USE OF THE MAINTENANCE ALLOCATION CHART.

TM55-1730-215-13 & P

(1) Skills available.

(2) Time required.

(3) Tools and test equipment required and/or available.

b. Only the lowest level of maintenance authorized to perform a

maintenance function is indicated. If the lowest level of maintenance

cannot perform all tasks of any single maintenance function (e.g. ,

test, repair), then the higher maintenance level(s) that can accomplish

additional tasks will also be indicated.

c. A maintenance function assigned to a maintenance level will

automatically be authorized to be performed at any higher maintenance

level.

d. A maintenance function that cannot be performed at the assigned

level of maintenance for any reason may be evacuated to the next higher

maintenance organization. Higher maintenance levels will perform the

maintenance functions of lower maintenance levels when required or

directed by the appropriate commander.

e. The assignment of a maintenance function will not be construed as

authorization to carry the associated repair parts in stock. Authority

to requisition, stock, or otherwise secure necessary repair parts will

be as specified in the repair parts and special tools list appendix.

f. Normally there will be no deviation from the assigned level of

maintenance. In cases of operational necessity, maintenance functions

assigned to a maintenance level may, on a one-time basis and at the

request of the lower maintenance level, be specifically authorized by

the maintenance officer of the level of maintenance to which the

function is assigned. The special tools, equipment, etc., required by

the lower level of maintenance to perform this function will be

furnished by the maintenance level to which the function is assigned.

This transfer of a maintenance function to a lower maintenance level

does not relieve the higher maintenance level of the responsibility of

the function.

The higher level of maintenance has the authority to determine:

(1) If the lower level is capable of performing the work.

(2) If the lower level will require assistance or technical supervision and on-site

inspection.

(3) If the authorization will be granted.

g. Organizational through depot maintenance of the US Army

Electronics Command equipment will be performed by designated US Army

Electronics Command personnel.

h. Changes to the MAC will be based on continuing evaluation and

analysis by responsible technical personnel and on reports received

from field activities.

B-3. DEFINITIONS.

a. INSPECT. To determine serviceability of an item by comparing its

physical, mechanical and electrical characteristics with established

standards.

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