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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-
Non repairable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at the level of
maintenance shown in third position of SMR Code.
O-
Repairable item. When not economically repairable, condemn and dispose of the item at unit or AVUM
level.
F-
Repairable item. When uneconomically repairable, condemn and dispose of the item at the direct
support or AVIM level.
H-
Repairable item. When uneconomically repairable, condemn and dispose of the item at the general
support level.
D-
Repairable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot. Condemnation and
disposal of item not authorized below depot level.
L-
Repairable 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. 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 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, but go ahead and use it or furnish it as
the replacement part.
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