TM 5-4310-346-34P
e.
In the parts list, some items are indented to show that they are a component, or components, of the item under
which they are indented.
5. How to Locate Repair Parts.
a.
When National Stock Number or Part Number is Unknown:
(1)
Using the table of contents, determine the assembly group within which the repair part belongs. This is
necessary since illustrations are prepared for assembly groups, and listings are divided into the same groups.
(2)
Find the illustration covering the assembly group to which the repair part belongs.
(3)
Identify the repair part on the illustration and note the illustration figure number and item number of the
repair part.
(4)
Using the repair parts listing, find the assembly group to which the repair part belongs and locate the
illustration figure and item number noted on the illustration.
b.
When National Stock Number or Part Number is Known:
(1)
First. Using the Index of National Stock Numbers, find the pertinent National stock number or part number.
This index is in NIIN sequence followed by a list of part numbers in alphanumeric sequence, cross-referenced to the
illustration figure number and item number.
(2)
Second. After finding the figure and item number, locate the figure and item number in the repair parts list.
6. Abbreviations.
Abbreviations
Explanation
ASSY
assembly
AUX
auxiliary
BHD
bulkhead
COMPE
compressor
DIA
diameter
ENG
engine
EXT
exterior
FIL
filister
GFE
government furnished equipment
GND
ground
HEX
hexagon
HD
head
HR
hour
HSG
housing
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