TM 9-2330-389-14&P
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CARE OF EQUIPMENT IN ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE (Con't).
(4) Corrosion or other deterioration.
(5) Missing or damaged parts.
(6) Water in compartments.
(7) Any other readily recognizable shortcomings or deficiencies.
c.
Repair During Administrative Storage. Keep equipment in an optimum state of readiness. Accomplish the
required services and repairs as expeditiously as possible. Whenever possible, perform all maintenance on-
site.
d.
Exercising. Exercise equipment in accordance with Table 4-4 and the following instructions:
(1) Vehicle Major Exercise . Depreserve equipment by removing only that material restricting exercise.
Close all drains, remove blocks, and perform all before-operation checks. Couple trailer to towing
vehicle and drive for at least 25 miles (40 kilometers). Make several right and left 90° turns. Make
several hard braking stops without skidding. Perform the following during exercising when it is
convenient; operate all other functional components and perform all during- and after-operation checks.
2)
Scheduled Service. Scheduled services will include inspection per subparagraph b above and will be
conducted in accordance with Table 4-4. Lubricate in accordance with instructions in Chapter 3, Section
I.
3)
Corrective Action. Immediately take action to correct shortcomings and deficiencies noted. Record
inspection and exercise results on DA Form 2404. Record and report all maintenance actions on DA
Form 2407. After exercising, restore the preservation to the original condition. Replenish lubricants used
during exercising and note the amount on DA Form 2408.
Table 4-4. Exercise Schedule.
Weeks
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
PMCS
X
X
Scheduled Services
X
X
X
X
X
Major Exercise
X
e.
Rotation. Rotate items in accordance with any rotational plan that will keep equipment in an operational
condition and reduce the maintenance effort.
4-37.
PROCEDURES FOR COMMON COMPONENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.
a.
Tires. Visually inspect tires during each walk-around inspection. This inspection includes checking with a tire
gage. Inflate, repair, or replace as necessary those tires found to be low, damaged, or excessively worn.
Mark inflated and repaired tires with chalk for checking at the next inspection.
b.
Air Lines and Air Reservoir. Drain air lines and air reservoir of condensation and leave draincock open.
Attach a caution tag, annotated to provide for closing of draincock when equipment is exercised. Place tag in
a conspicuous location.
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