TM 5-3610-257-14
b.
Check the equipment against the packing list to see if shipment is complete. Report all discrepancies in
accordance with the instructions of DA Pam 738-750.
(1)
Inventory section against Components of End Item and Basic Issue Items Lists (Appendix C).
(2)
Inventory expendable supplies contained in section as shown in Appendix E.
(3)
Conduct operational checks on equipment in accordance with the chapters in this manual when operators
are available and power can be safely provided to the section.
c.
Check to see whether the equipment has been modified.
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ORGANIZATIONAL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES.
a.
PMCS are designed to keep the equipment in good working condition by performing certain tests, inspections, and
services. The intervals provide you, the organizational technician, with time schedules that determine when to perform
specified tasks.
b.
Item number column. Item numbers are assigned in chronological ascending sequence regardless of interval
designation. These numbers are used for your "TM Number" column on DA Form 2404, Equipment Inspection and
Maintenance Worksheet, in recording the results of PMCS.
c.
Interval column. This column determines the time period designated to perform your PMCS.
d.
Item to be inspected and procedures column. This column lists functional groups and their respective assemblies
and subassemblies as shown in the Maintenance Allocation Chart (Appendix B). The appropriate check or service
procedure follows the specific item to be inspected.
e.
Preventive maintenance checks and services for the air conditioners are contained in TM 5-4120-367-14.
f.
List of tools and materials required for PMCS is as follows:
Item
Quantity
Vacuum Cleaner
1 ea
8 in. Adjustable Wrench
1 ea
Cross Tip Screwdriver
1 ea
Flat Tip Screwdriver
1 ea
Spring Scale
1 ea
Padlock
1 ea
Flashlight
1 ea
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