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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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(3) Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes are assigned to items to indicate the disposition action on unserviceable
items. The recoverability code is entered in the fifth position of the SMR Code as follows:
Recoverability
Codes
Definition
Z
- Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at the category of
maintenance shown in 3d position of SMR Code.
O
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at organi-
zational or aviation unit category.
F
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the direct
support or aviation intermediate category.
H
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the
general support category.
D
- Reparable item. When beyond lower category repair capability, return to depot. Condemnation
and disposal of item not authorized below depot category.
L
- Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below specialized repair activity.
A
- Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because of specific reasons (i.e.,
precious metal content, high dollar value, critical material, or hazardous material). Refer to
appropriate manuals/directives for specific instructions.
c. NATIONAL STOCK NUMBER (Column (3)).
Lists the National stock number (NSN) assigned to the item. Use the NSN
for requests/requisitions.
d.
FSCM (Column (4)).
The Federal Supply Code for Manufacturer (FSCM) is a 5-digit numeric code which is used to
identify the manufacturer, distributor, or Government agency, etc., that supplies the item.
e.
PART NUMBER (Column (5)).
Indicates the primary number used by the manufacturer (individual, company, firm,
corporation, or Government activity), which controls the design and characteristics of the item by means of its engineering
drawings, specifications standards, and inspection requirements to identify an item or range of items.
C-5
NOTE
When you use an NSN to requisition an item, the item you receive may have a different part number from the part
ordered, but go ahead and use or furnish it as the replacement part.
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