TM-9-1290-262-24&P Technical Manual for M2A2 Aiming Circle Download
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ARMY TM 9-1290-262-24&P MARINE CORPS TM 00476C-24&P AIR FORCE TO 49A7-3-72/74 2-9. STORAGE SITE. Select the best available site for administrative storage. Separate stored equipment from equipment in use. Conspicuously mark the area “Administrative Storage.” Covered space is preferred. 2-10. STORAGE PLAN. Store equipment so as to provide maximum protection from the elements and to provide access for inspection and maintenance. Anticipate removal or deployment problems and take suitable precautions. 2-11. MAINTENANCE SERVICES AND INSPECTION. Prior to storage, perform the next scheduled preventive maintenance service (monthly, quarterly, or semiannually). Inspect and approve equipment prior to storage. Do not place equipment in storage in NMC condition. 2-12. CORRECTIONS OF SHORTCOMINGS AND DEFICIENCIES. Correct all shortcomings and deficiencies prior to storage, or obtain a deferment from the approving authority for uncorrected shortcomings. 2-13. GENERAL CLEANING, PAINTING, AND PRESERVATION. a. Clean the equipment of dirt, grease, and other contaminants IAW this manual. NOTE Air circulation under draped covers reduces deterioration from moisture and heat. b. Sunlight, heat, moisture (humidity), and dirt accelerate deterioration. Install all covers authorized for the equipment. Close and secure all openings except those required for venting and draining. Seal openings to prevent entry of rain, snow, or dust. Place equipment and provide blocking or framing to allow for ventilation and that may rust, rot, or mildew. c. For further information and instructions 43-0139. water drainage. Support cover away from surfaces regarding corrosion prevention and control, refer to TM 2-14. PREPARATION OF FIRE CONTROL INSTRUMENTS. Thoroughly clean and dry fire control instruments and coat unpainted surfaces with grease (item 6, appx D). b. Wrap all optical glass with lens paper (item 7, appx D) and fasten with tape. c. Store all instruments on racks or in cases or protect with covers. 2-15. CARE OF EQUIPMENT IN ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE. a. Maintenance Services. After equipment has been placed in administrative storage, suspend all regularly scheduled preventive maintenance services and inspect 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 observe any deficiencies that may have occurred. Inspect equipment in open storage weekly and that in covered storage monthly. 2-10