TM 9-2330-203-14&P
4-58. CARE OF EQUIPMENT IN ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE.
a.
Maintenance Services. After equipment has been placed in administrative storage, inspect, service, and
exercise as specified herein.
b.
Inspection. Inspection will usually be visual and must consist of at least a walk-around examination of all
equipment to detect any deficiencies. Inspect equipment in open storage weekly and equipment in covered storage
monthly. Inspect all equipment immediately after any severe storm or environmental change. The following are examples
of things to look for during a visual inspection:
(1)
Low or flat tires.
(2)
(3)
Torn, frayed, or split canvas covers and tops.
(4)
(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 4-3 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 dolly to towing vehicle and drive for at
least 25 mi (40 km). Make several right and left 900 turns. Make several hard braking stops without skidding. Do the
following during exercising when it Is convenient: operate all other functional components and perform all during- and
after-operation checks.
(2) Scheduled Services. Scheduled services will include inspection per paragraph 4-58b and will be
(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.
e.
Rotation. Rotate items in accordance with any rotational plan that will keep equipment in an operational
condition and reduce the maintenance effort.
Table 4-3. 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
4-59. 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 found to be low, damaged, or excessively worn. Mark inflated and
repaired tires with chalk for checking at the next inspection.
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