Code
Definition
TM 5-6115-629-14&P
D
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support
item is the depot level.
USAF - Depot, Mobile Depot, and Specialized Repair Activity.
USA – Depot, Mobile Depot, and Specialized Repair Activity.
Code
Application/Explanation
L
Repair restricted to designated Specialized Repair Activity.
Z
Nonreparable. No repair is authorized.
B
No repair is authorized. The item may be reconditioned by adjusting,
lubricating, etc., at the user level. No parts or special tools are
procured for the maintenance of this item.
(3) Uniform Recoverability Codes applicable to all Military Services:
GENERAL: Recoverability Codes are assigned to support items to indicate the disposition action on
unserviceable items. The recoverability code is entered in the fifth position of the uniform SMR Code
Format as follows:
Recoverability
Codes
Definition
Z
Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose at
the level indicated in column 3.
O
Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and
dispose at unit level.
F
Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and
dispose at the following intermediate levels:
USAF - Intermediate (*)
USA – Direct Support (*)
H
Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and
dispose at the following levels:
USAF – Intermediate (*)
USA – General Support (*)
(*) NOTE
D-5
For USAF programs and the USA Safeguard Program, Code F will be used to
denote intermediate maintenance. On joint programs, use of either Code F or
H by the joining Service will denote intermediate level of USAF and the USA
Safeguard Program.
