TM 9-2330-389-14&P4-35.PREPARATION OF EQUIPMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE (Con’t).(2) Covered space is preferred.(3) Open site should be improved hard stand, if available. Unimproved sites should be firm, well drained,and free of excessive vegetation.b.StoragePlan.(1) Store equipment so as to provide maximum protection from the elements and to provide access forinspection, maintenance, and exercising. Anticipate removal or deployment problems and take suitableprecautions.(2) Take into consideration environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or cold; high humidity; blowingsand, dust, or loose debris; soft ground; mud; heavy snow; or any combination thereof, and takeadequate precautions.(3) Establish a fire plan and provide for adequate fire-fighting equipment and personnel.c.MaintenanceServiceandInspection.(1) Maintenance Service. Prior to storage, perform the next scheduled organizational PMCS.(2) Inspection. Inspect and approve the equipment prior to storage. Do not place equipment that isnonmission-capable in storage.d.AuxiliaryEquipmentandBasicIssueItems.(1) Process auxiliary equipment and Basic Issue Items simultaneously with the major item to which they areassigned.(2) If possible, store auxiliary equipment and Basic Issue Items with the major item.(3) If stored apart from the major item, mark auxiliary equipment and Basic Issue Items with tags indicatingthe major item, its registration or serial number and location, and store in protective-type closures. Inaddition, place a tag or list indicating the location of the removed items in a conspicuous place on themajor item.e.CorrectionofShortcomingsandDeficiencies. Correct all shortcomings and deficiencies prior to storage,or obtain a deferment from the approving authority.f.Lubrication. Lubricate equipment in accordance with instructions in Chapter 3, Section I.4-52
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