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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
CODE
APPLICATION/EXPLANATION
Z
Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item
at the level of maintenance shown in 3d position of SMR code.
0
Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of
the item at the unit or aviation unit level.
F
Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of
the item at the direct support or aviation intermediate level.
H
Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of
the item at the general support level.
D
Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot.
Condemnation and disposal of item not authorized below depot level.
L
Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below Special-
ized Repair Activity (SRA).
A
Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because of
specific reasons (e.g., precious metal content, high dollar value, critical
material, or hazardous material). Refer to appropriate manuals/directives
for specific instructions.
c. NSN (Column (3)). The National stock number for the item is listed in this column.
d. CAGEC (Column (4)). The Contractor and Government Entity Code (CAGEC) 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.
NOTE
When you use an NSN to requisition an item, the item you receive may have a different part
number from the part ordered. (The parts are interchangeable.)
f. DESCRIPTION AND USABLE ON CODE (UOC) (Column (6)). This column includes the following
information:
(1) The Federal item name and, when required, a minimum description to identify the item.
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