CHAPTER 17: PREPARATION FOR STORAGE AND SHIPMENT TM 9-2350-256-2017-5 RECEIVING INSPECTIONImmediately upon receipt of the vehicle for storage, inspect and service the vehicle as prescribed. Perform a systematicinspection. Replace or repair all missing or broken parts. If repairs are beyond the scope of the unit and materiel will beinactivated for an appreciable length of time, place materiel in limited storage and attach tags specifying the repairsneeded. The report of these conditions will be submitted by the unit commander for action by an ordnance maintenanceunit.When materiel is inactivated for a limited time (not to exceed 90 days), it will be processed in accordance with TM 740-90-1.Prepare a DD Form 6 for all shipments received in a damaged or otherwise unsatisfactory condition due to deficiencies inpreservation, packaging, marking, handling, loading, or storage, and for apparently excessive preservation.The preferred storage site for vehicles is in dry, covered sheds. When it is necessary to store materiel outdoors, protect itagainst the elements as prescribed in TM 743-200.17-6 INSPECTION DURING STORAGEPerform a visual inspection periodically to determine general condition. If corrosion is found, remove it and clean, paint,and treat vehicle with the prescribed preservatives.NOTETouchup painting will be in accordance with TM 43-0139.17-7 REMOVAL FROM LIMITED STORAGEIf a vehicle is not shipped or issued upon expiration of the limited storage period, process as applicable in accordancewith MIL-R-62220.If a vehicle to be shipped will reach its destination within the limited storage period, it need not be reprocessed whenremoved from storage, unless necessary because of anticipated in-transit weather conditions.When the vehicle is to be placed into service, immediately deprocess in accordance with instructions on DD Form 1397.17-8 LOADINGCAUTIONThe height and width of a vehicle, when prepared for rail transportation, must notexceed the limitations prescribed for particular railroad lines. Wheneverpossible, local transportation officers must be consulted about the limitations ofthe particular railroad lines to be used for the movement in order to avoiddelays, dangerous conditions, and damage to equipment.When a vehicle is shipped by rail, every precaution must be taken to see that it is properly loaded, blocked, and securelyfastened to flatcar floor.Inspect flatcar prior to loading and see that it is in a suitable condition to carry loads safely.Prepare flatcar for loading by removing debris, previous blocking, nails, and other obstructions. Inspect flatcar for loose orbroken floor planks. If found unsatisfactory, reject car for use.17-2
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