TM 10-6640-238-13
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e.
Procedures. Provides Inspection criteria for each item. Repair or adjustments must be performed before the
MBPL can be put into operation. Unit maintenance must perform the work, if tools are not available or
instructed by the procedure.
f.
Not Fully Mission Capable If:. Defines what makes the equipment not ready to perform the mission.
2-4.
LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS FOR OPERATOR PMCS.
It is necessary to know how fluid leakage affects the status of equipment. The following are types/classes of leakage an
operator needs to know to be able to determine the status of the MBPL.
CAUTION
Equipment operation is allowable with minor leakage (Class I or II). The fluid capacity
in the item/system being Inspected/Inspected shall be considered. When in doubt, notify
supervisor.
When operating with Class I or Class II leaks, continue to Inspect fluid levels as required
in PMCS.
Class III leaks should be reported immediately to supervisor or unit maintenance.
a.
Leakage. Leakage definitions for operator/crew PMCS shall be classified as follows:
Class I
Seepage of fluid (as indicated by wetness or discoloration) not great enough to form drops.
Class II
Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops but not enough to cause drops to drip from item being
Inspected/Inspected.
Class III
Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops that fall from the item being Inspected/Inspected.
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