TM 9-6150-228-13&P
(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
Application/Explanation
Z
-Nonrepairable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at the level of
maintenance shown in 3d position of SMR Code.
O
-Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the dem at 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 specialized repair
activity (SRO).
A
-Item requires special handling or condemnafion procedures because of specific reasons
(e.g.,predous metal content, high dollar value, critical material, or hazardous material).
Refer to appropriate manuals/directives for specific instructions.
c. CAGEC (Column (3)). The Commercial 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.
d. PART NUMBER (Column (4)). 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 Rem or range of items.
NOTE: When you use a NSN to requisition an Rem, the item you receive may have a different part number from the part
ordered.
e. DESCRIPTION AND USABLE ON CODE (UOC) (Column (5)). This column induces the following information.
(1) The Federal item name and, when required, a minimum description to identify the item.
(2) Spare/repair parts that make up assembled item are listed immediately following the assembled item line entry.
(3) Part numbers for bulk materials are referenced in this column in the line Rem entry for the item to be
manufactured/fabricated.
(4) The statement "END OF FIGURE" appears just below the last item description in Column 5 for given figure.
f. QTY (Column (6)). The QTY (quantity per figure column) indicates the quantity of the item used in the breakout
shown on the illustration figure, which is prepared for a functional group, subfunctional group, or an assembly. A “V”
appearing in this column in lieu of a quantity indicates that the quantity is variable and the quantity may vary from
application to application.
F-4
