TM 9-2330-267-14&P4-65. CARE OF EQUIPMENT IN ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE.a. MaintenanceServices.After equipment has been placed in administrative storage, inspect, service, andexercise as specified herein.b. Inspection. Inspection will usually be visual and must consist of at least a walk-around examination of allequipment to detect any deficiencies. Inspect equipment in open storage weekly and equipment in covered storagemonthly. Inspect all equipment immediately after any severe storm or environmental change. The following areexamples of things to look for during a visual inspection:(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)Low or flat tires.Condition of preservatives, seals, and wraps.Torn, frayed, or split canvas covers and tops.Corrosion or other deterioration.Missing or damaged parts.Water in compartments.Any other readily recognizable shortcomings or deficiencies.c. Repair During Administrative Storage. Keep equipment in an optimum state of readiness. Accomplishthe 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 trailer to towing vehicle and drive for _at least 25 mi (40 km). Make several right and left 90° turns. Make several hard braking stops without skidding. Performthe 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 willbe conducted in accordance with Table 4-3. Lubricate in accordance with instructions in Chapter 3, Section 1.(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 Form2407. After exercising, restore the preservation to the original condition. Replenish lubricants used during exercisingand note the amount on DA Form 2408.Table 4-3. Exercise Schedule.Weeks24681012141618202224PMCSxxScheduled ServicesxxxxxMajor Exercisexe. Rotation. Rotate items in accordance with any rotational plan that will keep equipment in an operationalcondition and reduce the maintenance effort.4-66. PROCEDURES FOR COMMON COMPONENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.a. Tires. Visually inspect tires during each walk-around inspection. This inspection includes checking with atire gage. Inflate repair, or replace as necessary those tires found to be low, damaged, or excessively worn. Markinflated and repaired tires with chalk for checking at the next inspection.4-124
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