TM-9-1040-267-20-P
LAUNCHER, GRENADE, SMOKE: SCREENING, RP, M243; RP, M257; RP, M259
TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST)
FEBRUARY 1984
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SECTION VI. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT
2-11. SECURITY PROCEDURES.
The launchers are non-sensitive items
and may be stored or shipped, using standard storage and transportation
handling procedures.
2-12. PRESERVATION, PACKAGING, PACKING, MARKING, AND
SHIPPING REQUIREMENTS.
Prior to being installed on the armored
vehicles, the launchers will be stored in their original shipping containers,
using the same preservation and packing materials described in Section II.
Service Upon Receipt.
2-13. PRESERVATION MATERIALS.
No special preservation materials
are required for storage or shipment of the launcher.
2-14. TYPE OF STORAGE.
Usually, the launchers will require only short
term storage of 1 to 45 days before being installed on the armored vehicles.
This equipment will be placed in administrative storage (TM 740-90-1) where it
can be readied for mission performance within 24 hours. The administrative
storage site should protect the launchers from the elements and allow access
for visual inspection. No special storage facilities are needed.
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