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2-5. EQUIPMENT IS NOT READY/AVAILABLE IF: PROCEDURES. This column tells you when and
why your equipment cannot be used.
NOTE
The terms ready/available and mission capable refer to the same status: Equip-
ment is on hand and is able to perform its combat mission. (See DA PAM 738-750.)
Table 2-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
B—Before Operation
D–During Operation
A—After Operation
W–Weekly
M–Monthly
S–Semiannually
Item to be Inspected
Equipment Is
Item
Interval
Procedure
Not Ready/
No.
B
D A w M
S
Available If
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TOPOGRAPHIC SUPPORT SYSTEM
Parts are damaged or
PRESS SECTION PRINTING PRESS.
missing.
Visually inspect entire Printing Press,
moving in 360-degree circle around Print-
ing Press from feeder table, to ensure all
areas are free of tools, rags, and foreign
materials. Ensure all red thumbscrews are
unlocked. Check for proper oil level at com-
pressor. Rotate oil filter valve two to three
times. Check for tampering or damage
Wiring is frayed or
since last inspection. Inspect visible wiring
electrical components
and electrical components for damage.
Audibly inspect. Operate Printing Press
are damaged. There
for three revolutions by inching forward
are unusual sounds
(grinding, humming
and listening for unusual sounds.
noises, etc.).
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