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1. DIFFERENT SHADE OF LIPSTICK WOULD HELP HEY ARE 4 LIC LOOK THAT E oa OLD 2 2 YOU FEELIN ALL RIGHTZ 74 TACOM HAS NOTICED THAT GETTING THE MAYBE Aral eS Pp SOME MORTAR PULLOVER GAGE MEASUREMENT WRONG YOU OUGHTA MEASUREMENTS POSTED ON CAN EITHER REDUCE TRY SOME dA 17 THE TULSA WEBSITE HAVE NOT THE LIFE OF THE TUBE DECAF mS 7 BEEN CONSISTENT WITH THE OR THE LIVES OF THE e Lot of AGE OF THE MORTAR TUBE MORTAR CREW Pay close attention to the measurement If it seems too high or low for the age and condition of the tube measure again If the measurement still seems off get help from your supervisor Sometimes if you accidentally bump the gage before you pull it out of the tube you ll get a false reading Follow the inspection criteria in TM 9 1000 202 14 and the pullover gage procedures in TM 9 4933 258 13 amp P If you have any doubts about the measurements contact your local TACOM LAR or one of the equipment specialists listed at https tulsa tacom army mil guncard index cfm If you believe the measurements are accurate record them on the mortar s DA Form 2408 4 and at the TULSA site above If you have any mortar questions you can call the mortar experts at DSN 786 1224 586 282 1224 or email usarmydetroit tacom mbx ilsc mortar systems mail mil PS 730 35 SEP 13 MK 19 Machine Gun Don t use CLP ever2. CONTRACT NO Point Of Contact POC Information _ UIC Press Submit Point Of Contact Information if STATE COUNTRY CODE _____ uer 7 i ZIP n ALSO zan Click on DODAAC ence Coordinator or Submit Query 22 POC to retrieve POC LI IP i CODES information Ni Lamm lt lt DODAAC Query Options DODAAC search can be used to search for DODAACS using different criteria The most common queries are 1 Identify a specific Known DODAAC For general DODAAC information including a DODAAC POC DODAAC coordinator or unit POC 2 DODAAC search by UlC Identifies all DODAACs associated with a unit or within a UIC series Attention GOOD NEWS NOW 3 THE ARMY CAN FIND PBOs Please PBOS ANYWHERE E check that the Ww POC info for the PBO role 10 in PBUSE is current for your unit s UIC DODAAC If this info is missing or outdated others who urgently need to contact your unit cannot do so WHAT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT DODAACS OR THE UNIT SEARCH FUNCTION WHAT SHOULD I For UlC related issues email AW THAT S ANOTHER EASY ONE CONTACT LOGSA For DODAAC and routing identifier code RIC related issues email PS 730 Packaging
3. 5 Bldg 3303 TR Redstone Arsenal AL 35898 Or email to GERALD O KEEFE half mast us army mil or Ts Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army usarmy redstone logsa mbx psmag mail mil Internet address 1318601 https www logsa army mil psmag pshome cfm PS The Preventive Maintenance Monthly ISSN 0475 2953 is published monthly by the Department of the Army Redstone Arsenal AL 35898 Periodical postage is paid at the Huntsville AL post office and at additional mailing offices Postmaster Send address changes to PS The Preventive Maintenance Monthly USAMC LOGSA AMXLS GP Bldg 3303 Redstone Arsenal AL 35898 fo IR HAN A EAE Age WHY P you THE PROBLEM 15 YOU GUYS ARE STOP WHAT S DRIVING ME WITH MY EXTERNAL THE PROBLEM STORAGE BASKETS IN THE WRONG POSITION NOW THEY RE DAMAGED 2 LM T LT I I EL la 5 the Paladin is one tough customer But using the external stowage baskets when they re in the wrong position can put your Paladin out of sorts in a hurry Some Soldiers are loading gear in the external stowage baskets while they re in the transport position The stowage baskets can t bear any weight while in that position SO NEVER DRIVE OR IF YOU PO YOU LL QE FIRE YOUR PALADIN S GUN CAUSE SOME OR LOAD AND USE THE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO BASKETS WHILE THEY RE IN THE BASKETS AND THE TRANSPORT POSITION THEIR HINGES storage basket in transport
4. 1216 SMALL UNMANNED GROUND VEHICLE BUT NOW YOU CAN GET NEW ONES WITH DIFFERENT STORAGE CAPACITIES you have tried to order the aircraft flash card NSN 1680 01 494 9172 and not having any luck try no more It s obsolete Three new NSNs with different memory capacities are available for use as the integrated vehicle health management system IVHMS data transfer memory unit DTMU The new NSNs are now called personal computer memory cards Here is a list of card NSNs with storage capacity and part numbers NSN 7025 01 Storage Capacity P N 590 8759 128MB SG9PC128SME1I 590 8773 256MB SG9PC256SME I 590 8593 512 SG9PC512SME2I new memory cards are handled exactly Memory like before When you do crew changes or card at the end of each mission day you remove comes the card from the DTU DTS The card is inthree then loaded into the IVHMS ground station storage and downloaded The aircraft health and capacities vibration trend data can then be reviewed The IVHMS constantly monitors and records components such as caution advisory warning panel engine fire indicating system engine chip detectors and power train chip detectors It also monitors the health of the aircraft gearboxes as well as airframe rotor system vibrations E a E i 1 T BN 4 y ul T 3 ig t h 7 LJ
5. MILITARY PACKAGES MUST BE ABLE TO SURVIVE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING ROUGH HANDLING AND SEVERE STORAGE 6 DISCREPANCY REPORTS 50 IT S IMPORTANT THAT THOSE PACKAGES MEET THE STANDARDS SET FOR THEM THE FOLLOWING LISTS ARE EXAMPLES OF PACKAGING PROBLEMS THAT MAY REQUIRE YOU TO FILE A SUPPLY DISCREPANCY REPORT SDR USE THESE TIPS WHEN CHECKING INCOMING PRODUCTS FOR PROBLEMS AS GUIDELINES FOR REPORTING ANY PACKAGING DEVIATIONS OR OMISSIONS Preservation Problems Preservation inadequate Item corroded Material contaminated Cushioning inadequate Wrong materials used Too much preservative used Wrong number of items in unit container Packing Problems Deficiencies in the following areas Container m Closure m Strapping Cushioning Blocking e Skids left off amp Excessive packing Marking Problems Wrong national stock number NSN Electrostatic discharge ESD symbol used label or marking incorrect or missing Wrong item description listed e Radio frequency identification RFID tag missing or incorrectly labeled P311 P317 Heat treated wood markings P215 Incorrect quantity on unit container Wrong unit of issue Method date of packaging incorrect or missing Wood packing materials stamped with Contract number wrong or missing do not meet guidelines PS 730 54 SEP 13 IF YOU SUS
6. Hands off the safety wire securing the two nuts in the bolt If the safety wire is cut the screws start working loose and then the bolt malfunctions If the nuts are missing their safety wire report it Lubing to remember When you are lubing with LSAT or GMD give extra attention to the feed pawls the cocking lever rails the pivot posts on the primary drive lever and the bolt assembly If just one of those doesn t get enough lube you ll have trouble firing Wipe vertical Bolt nuts cam clean safety and lube it wired Pay attention to cocking lever rails when Help with cleaning The chamber is the worst carbon collector If you don t get out all the carbon the chamber will become pitted and the barrel eventually will have to be replaced To clean the chamber soak your bore brush in RBC and run it through the muzzle into the chamber Do this again and again until the brush stops pulling out carbon If you can t clean out all the carbon your armorer is authorized to use dry cleaning solvent But he needs to be careful not to dip the bolt ogive plunger or sear in solvent They have sealed components with grease inside Ogive Instead clean these parts with a S ie plunger e rag or brush dipped in solvent END Use RBC and bore brush to clean chamber sese MO BANES CERT PARAS WELL THIS Dear Editor IS CERTAINLY YOUR NEW Pages 50 53 in PS 721 Dec 12 GOOD NEWS EE
7. SDR procedures are found in Defense Logistics Manual DLM 4000 25 Volume 2 Supply Standards and Procedures Chapter 17 Supply Discrepancy Reporting You can find the pub here http www2 dla mil j 6 dimso eLibrary Manuals dlm dlm_pubs asp For SDR FAQs info and links go to http www landandmaritime dla mil Offices Packaging PkgSDRS asp Additional SDR training can be found at http www2 dla mil j 6 dImso eA pplications Training websdr WebSDR_Training ppt The primary method for submitting a packaging SDR 15 via WebSDR https www2 transactionservices dla mil websdr home asp MORE WebSDR requires CAC access Submit a System Access Authorization Request SAAR to register WebSDR is a web based entry method It automatically tracks SDR response information and also allows you to upload supporting documentation like pictures Army users submitting SDRs for Army action activities source of supply must follow the instructions in the link named THIS ARMY GUIDANCE Begin by selecting New under Submit an SDR from the left side of the screen WebSDR will guide you through each step including selecting the packaging discrepancy code s You may enter a maximum of three discrepancy codes Until electronic reporting is available for everyone you can also submit SDRs using a hard copy SF 364 Report of Discrepancy The form is available at http www gsa gov portal forms download 116282 Put Renan in the REMARKS Se
8. SEE GENERAL WE KEEP OUR 22 And remember Dry firing causes just as much wear and tear as firing live ammo So whether live firing or dry firing you have to clean and lube like it says in TMs 9 1015 252 10 and 9 1015 260 10 Don t forget to do pre fire checks including the breech firing pin operational check and never fire guns that fail these checks If you do have a failure contact TACOM s light towed artillery team at usarmy detroit tacom mbx 105mm howitzer team 9 mail mil M777A2 Towed Howitzer SPANG SPAD not cleaning and lubing your M119A2 M119A3 howitzers like you re YOUR 77742 supposed to can lead to an accidental discharge And that s definitely not good ie 0 6 72 Howitzer components wear out under CHECK THE E cL SPRING SPADE the best of circumstances Worn breech assembly components can cause the fir ing pin to protrude past the face of the breechblock If that happens the gun can fire when you close the breech even with the safety levers on ASSEMBLY Cai x gt breechblock components to prevent wear The two springs NSNs 5360 99 278 3735 and 5360 99 507 2838 that P ee make up the assembly aren t covered in the TM but might be added to PMCS in the future But not cleaning and greasing the spring
9. i t LA E E 1 j 2 pi EC ur ES 3 FIT pm 9 A ret lal CAMCN aii Li n hy 2 p 1 d 7 d va E a FW is 1 E F D 4 44 E 2 We ALN od ww j xm 4 d jl m m ie il A FEW MINUTES CLIMB THE LATER STAIRS HMM CONTROL SIGNAL ISN T COMING THROUGH CLEARLY THIS MISSION SHOULD BE BREEZE WOW CUR ROBOT DOESN T LOOK 50 GOOD A FEW WORDS ABOUT PMCS THAT LL HELP YOU AND OUR BROTHER ROBOT OVER THERE T EVER GET THIS RKING AGAIN e SOME PMCS ROBOT Wo AND IT S 6 Mom Too 35 LOOKS LIKE YOU AND SEP 13 DID MATTER OF FACT YEP LONG T BOTH OF US CAN SHARE AS YOU DONT OFF THE CAFFEINE MIND A LITTLE SAID THAT HELP THAT IS _ z coupa sworn YOU ROBOTS JUST SPOKE TO ME SST ENOUGH CHIT CHAT YEAH LET S GET DOWN TO SOME PM BASICS CHECK CAREFULLY FOR VISUALLY INSPECT THE CHASSIS CRACKS AND OTHER DAMAGE ASSEMBLY FOR CRACKS OR OTHER OBVIOUS DAMAGE MAKE SURE THAT BOTH BATTERY LATCHING MECHANISMS ARE OPERATING SMOOTHLY LOOK AT THE P om USB CABLE ON THE HEADS UP
10. BATTERY DRAIN NO LONGER A PAIN HERE ARE THREE WAYS TO STOP NEEDLESS BATTERY REPLACEMENT ANP I M REALLY LIKIN ALL THREE In our unit most of the skid loaders had the yellow top Optima batteries Problem is they continually discharged At first we thought the discharge was caused by the power switch being left in the ON position But a little checking with an amp meter revealed a constant drain on the batteries by the skid loader s on board devices These batteries are very high quality but even they cannot stand a constant drain by the loader s electrical system A discharged battery leads to sulfated plates Over time the battery can no longer be charged and has to be replaced The end result is way too many dead batteries in these skid loaders And the cycle continues Here are three ways to stop needless battery replacement 1 Start the skid loader weekly and run it for an hour 2 For longer term storage disconnect the battery cable 3 Every other week plug a charger into the vehicle s NATO receptacle and fuly charge the battery set The ProHD ie an approved charger for the SATS and comes with NSN 6130 01 S00 3401 Editor s note Thanks for the heads up CW3 CR Tom Pigorsh Ft Carson CO HAVE YOU THE THE MOVE 16 BEING MAVE AS A COST CUTTING MEASURE THE COST OF JET A FUEL LESS THAN JET 1 WHICH IS WHAT JP 8 TYPI CALLY BASED ON WI
11. FY13 Chapter 11 will cover CMDP in detai Ip Soldiers back in the motor AROUND LA MA pools Supervisor and staff duties spelled out Logistical problems identified and fixed Maintenance practices and policies simplified standardized and enforced across the board Just as important as knowing what CMDP is you should also understand what it isn t CMDP won t replace Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Teams MAIT Command Maintenance Evaluation and Training Teams COMET or Inspector General IG inspections Instead CMDP is a daily informal program using requirements checklists The checklists help commanders with oversight and make maintenance a command priority again Formal unit evaluations will still take place Brigade and smaller active units will be evaluated semi annually and Army National Guard ARNG and reserve component RC units annually Army commands Army service component commands and direct reporting units will make formal evaluations on their next lower commands division and or corps annually for active Army and bi annually for ARNG and RC CMDP will also recognize and reward excellence in those units that excel in maintenance For more details about CMDP see ALARACT 326 2012 The Army keeps an online database in AKO of ALARACTs going back to 1990 Folders are filed by year Check it out at https www us army mil suite page 550282 OF COURSE PS WILL BE WITH YOU ALL THE WAY WITH THE LATE
12. Ic and thermal properties plus they use different screen connections And ULCANS employs X a shape disrupter instead of a batten spreader Fx 1 E A When ready to order ULCANS use these NSNs which bring both the screens and support systems Woodland general purpose radar scattering NSN 1080 01 457 2956 Woodland general purpose radar transparent NSN 1080 01 475 0697 Desert general purpose radar scattering NSN 1080 01 475 0696 Desert general purpose radar transparent NSN 1080 01 475 0694 As of yet there is no ULCANS snow camouflage Limited quantities of LCSS radar scattering snow camouflages are available IV NSN 1080 01 266 1826 and the older Type Il NSN 1080 00 103 1233 For more ULCANS part numbers and NSNs see Appendix C of TM 5 1080 250 128P It s i at the ETM website https www logsa army mil etms a PS 730 AA SEP 13 5 30 The kit also comes with adhesive for applying the polyester patches 45 BATTERY LIFE CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE WELL I M GETTING READY fa TO PUT YOU GUYS OUT TO EN ARE YOUR DO YOUR THING I JUST BATTERIES NEED TO ASK YOU FIRST E GOOD Inu 5 SS C MON GUYS THIS IS IMPORTANT SOLDIER YOU NEEP CHECK US SENSORS EACH AND EVERY ONE BEFORE You P DON T BOTHER TO RECOVER GROUND SENSORS IN THE FIELD 1 your unit has received an
13. You THINK YOU RE GOING WHADAY A MEAN WE HAVE A MISSIONS Approved Bradley Headset NOT ONLY THE CVC 15 AUTHO RIZED FOR BRADLEY CREWMEN riding around in a noisy Bradley can be tough on your hearing if you re wearing the wrong headset You gotta protect your hearing just as carefully as you protect your vehicle and gear That s why the Bose Triport tactical communication head set NSN 5965 01 521 0941 is not approved for the Bradley It s designed to be worn under the ACH and won t provide enough hearing protection Like it says in TM 9 2350 294 10 1 the only helmet approved for the Bradley is the CVC with automatic noise reduction It protects you from loud noises up to 115 decibels The CVC is designed specifically for armored combat vehicles It also provides ballistic protection and lets you talk to each other over the intercom So always use the CVC Bose Triport tactical communications headset is NOT authorized for Bradley CVC with automatic noise reduction protects you from hearing loss Your hearing is way too important to trust to any ol headset PS 730 7 SEP 13 M2 M3 Series Bradleys IF YOU ADJUST MY CARGO HATCH SHIMS IT LL KEEP THE DUST OUT MAN I JUST HAD THIS UNIFORM CLEANED CARGO HATCH SHIM KEEP ELEMENTS OUT Lon sometimes the cargo hatch seal doesn t always keep dust
14. additional information Send your questions to tardec pol help us army mil THE WORD YOU VE BEEN HEARING ABOUT F 24 FUEL BEING USED IN AIRCRAFT IS GOOD BLADE 15 IT TRUE THAT F 24 FUEL 15 NOW APPROVED BY THE ARMY FOR F 24 FUEL FLAMMABLE MQ 1C GRAY EAGLES AUTHORIZED BY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION THERE NO AIRWORTH INESS CONCERNS ABOUT OPERATING ENGINES WITH 1 PROVIDED THOSE ENGINES ARE AUTHORIZED TO OPERATE WITH 8 AND JET A FUEL 779 LA E 1 a TMS YET O MAKE A NOTE UNTIL F 24 FUEL 16 NOT LISTED IN THE ALL AIRCRAFT TMS ARE UPDATED WHEN USING F 24 FUEL IN YOUR AIRCRAFT NOTE THAT THE FREEZING POINT IS 40 C VERSUS 47 C FOR 2 8 FUEL THE FUEL SPECIFICATION CHANGES REQUIRE NO WEIGHT AND BALANCE CALCULATIONS FOR AIRCRAFT WHEN USING F 24 INSTEAD OF 8 THERE ARE MIXING ISSUES WITH THE FUELS WE RE HEY WHAT THE HECK 6 GOING LOOKING ON UP THERE FOR TOOL THAT SLIPPED OUT OF HIS LOST IT SOME WHERE IN THE ROTOR HEAD NOW OUR PMCS IS GOING TO TAKE THAT MUCH LONGER p 2 WSs y mm maintenance can t be done without tools But it takes only one dropped tool to stop maintenance dead in its tracks For example w
15. and water out of your Bradley s troop compartment like it s supposed to That can mean an unpleasant ride for the Soldiers inside But there s an easy fix The cargo hatch has factory installed shims You l see them next to the release lever Get your mechanic to adjust the shims so that dust and water can t enter the troop compartment Thatl make for a k cleaner vehicle and much w and water out of troop compartment happier passengers ee EE The shim adjusting procedure is outlined starting on Page 4 18 of TM 9 2350 252 20 1 2 Apr 97 WP 0265 and 0266 in TM 9 2350 284 23 1 2 Mar 12 and WP 0368 in TM 9 2350 294 23 1 2 Nov 09 PS 730 8 a SEP 13 Sewer IKIE Avalide THAT S SWEET BUT ALL I REALLY WANT 16 A NEW SERVICE KIT Pa p Ip E AE oO 0 77 gt sey MECHANICS WHEN IT S TIME TO SHOW YOUR STRYKERS SOME MUCH NEEDED TLC USE THESE NSNS TO ORDER ANNUAL AND SEMI ANNUAL ENGINE SERVICE KITS Description NSN 4330 C7 semi annual service kit 20 007 4536 3126 semi annual service kit 20 007 0297 C7 annual service kit 20 007 4533 BE SURE TO BEND THOSE PINS AS ONE MECHANIC RECENTLY FOUND OUT THE HARD WAY COTTER PINS NOT PROPERLY BENT AROUND THEIR CASTELLATED NUTS ON THEIR EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SOME PRETTY NASTY CUTS OUCH Combat Vehicles 50 YOURSELF THE MECHA
16. cap off with your thumb If you pull it off the cap will eventually come off permanently Then the battery connector has no protection from the elements Same goes for the 2 earpiece connector Use your thumb to flip off its cap too IF you yank your head while wearing the earphones you can pull their wiring loose Attaching the cord s to your uniform can prevent that from happening Store the detector so that the front latch fits in the bag s slot That secures the detector in the bag and prevents it from shifting around To make the head fit in the bag tilt the head up and then push it back until it locks in place Then tilt the head back down flat Forcing the head straight into the bag can push the head out of alignment When you put the bag in the carrying case don t leave the bag s zipper at the 12 o clock position That makes it difficult to close the case Put the zipper to the side SSG lvan Cruz SSG George Dixon Ft Leonard Wood MO Editor s note I believe detected some excellent detector suggestions Thanks Sergeants By the way Soldiers can practice using their detector by signing out a sweep monitoring system SMS from their local TASC That saves you the trouble of going to actual training lanes PS 730 42 SEP 13 jTentage Repair Kits CHEER UP IT ONLY A 6 or later it s bound to happen SMALL TEAR Through normal wear your vinyl co
17. enter PORTAL PAGE DODAAC and in Business Area box enter FORCE App Warehouse OTHERWISE PICK GO TO APPLICATION FLIP Department of Defense Activity Address Code FLIP DODAAC FuP Filght information Publication FLIP DODAAC 100 allows users to retrieve data element DODAAC or spectic FLIP DODAACS FOLLOW THE SAME STEPS gt DODAAC query Double click on icon of choice for HOBIE search PRAO Ground S Rqmnts Eq Tracker FedLOG WebLIDB PSCC I DODAAC DODAAC FED Search Other Add bs Srvcs Other service DODAACs DODAACs Navy Marines GSA etc ONCE YOU ENTER DODAAC SEARCH MENU TYPE IN THE DODAAC SEARCH DODAAC OR UNIT IDENTIFICATION Enter a CODE OF THE UNIT YOu DODAAC WANT TO CONTACT ae then press Submit Query button ON THE DODAAC ADDRESS PAGE IN MANY CASES YOU LL GET THE LOOK FOR A TITLE LIKE PODAAC DODAAC COORDINATOR AND OR COORDINATOR OR PBO PBO NAME EMAIL ADPRESS AND CLICK ON THE HYPERLINK THERE PHONE NUMBER RAC l A e or WPOD DODAAC ADDRESS STATUS VALID LAST UPDATE 2012 06 12 FSN SPLC SC au BBP 2 Enter the tis 1 REQUESTER ID 6 characters REQUESTER ID DESC or search for CAGE DODAACs EXPE within UIC series first 4 characters
18. expendable unattended ground sensors E UGS system read this article carefully This applies to all E UGS configurations The E UGS comes with 55 ground sensors Each sensor contains one non rechargeable battery pack When you receive a sensor you won t know how much battery life is left That means you might position a ground sensor that has a short battery life Or you might think a powerless sensor is faulty Either Way your surveillance suffers INSTEAD POSITION NEW SENSORS THAT S THE FROM GROUND SENSORS How Much Battery Life Before you position a ground sensor find out how much life is left in the battery by running a system function test Press the mode button on the bottom of the sensor for 1 second If the battery indicator light blinks green four times it means the battery is fully charged If the light blinks green three times and red once the battery has a 75 percent charge Two green and two red blinks mean a 50 percent charge One green and three red blinks mean a 25 percent charge Run the test on each sensor when your unit receives the E UGS and again right before deploying the sensors The system function test is described in the user s manual which comes with the E UGS A fully charged battery can last 3 to 4 months It s recommended you replace the sensor if it shows a 50 percent charge or less EU
19. listed all the new parts available for the M2UO series machine guns But you pe neglected to mention that the M2HOB SAVE USA adjustable bipod assembly will be FEW BUCKS provided free through MWO 9 1005 313 50 3 Units don t need to order these parts They can check with the local coordinator to find out when 422 their M2HOBs will be converted Gerald Knipe TACOM LAR Ft Riley KS Editor s note The MWO will be done by SARET or at depot Armorers need to keep a copy of the adjustable bipod NSNs until they are added to TM 9 1005 313 23 amp P PS 730 38 SEP 13 A BIT OF TLC FOR YOUR NEW M4 JOINT CHEMICAL AGENT DETECTOR JCAD CAN MAKE DETECTING TROUBLE EASIER READ ON TO LEARN WHAT SS i When doing confidence checks do them in an environment with as little air movement as possible That means seeking protection from wind if you re outside and turning off fans inside The stiller the air the easier it is for the JCAD to read the sample HEY YOU REALLY DON T EXPECT ME TO SMELL THAT CONFIDENCE SAMPLE IN THIS WIND Remember that once you take a AP ANT confidence sample s dh DETECT ME out of its sealed bag its service life T 7 is 1 2 years tops KA BAG TWO If JCAD is having S YEARS AGO trouble reading a EM sample it may be Wy READY FOR because the sample RETIREMENT is old and needs to be replaced When JCAD i
20. position to prevent damage nee vil vi 4 PS 730 2 SEP 13 Only use the transport position for exactly that transport That s to make your Paladin narrow enough to ship on railcars trucks and ships Otherwise make sure the stowage basket is in the operational position A change has been submitted to clarify this issue in TM 9 2350 314 10 M777A2 Towed Howitzer YOu CAN STOP NOW YOU MAKING THOSE CAN ORDER BORESIGHTNG READY MADE TARGET BOARDS ONES FROM FROM SCRATCH tired of having to make your own target board for boresighting your M777A2 towed howitzer Well TACOM has heard you loud and clear You can now get a target board through the supply system with NSN 6920 01 616 6852 The new target boards make it a lot easier to adjust and confirm the boresights on your M777A2s That gives you more time for firing Order board with NSN 6920 01 616 6852 M119A2 A3 Towed Howitzers The following Pin straight headless NSN 5315 01 342 0442 AN AND LUBE 10 pp EVENT 000 breech assembly Hinge block breechblock NSN 1015 01 343 3354 e components are Bushing sleeve NSN 3120 01 342 6676 the prime suspects Bushing sleeve NSN 3120 01 342 6677 for wear that can Block slide NSN 1015 01 342 3754 cause firing pin Rod and follower assembly NSN 1015 01 349 6264 AS YOU CAN protrusion Lever breechblock cocking NSN 1015 01 340 7771
21. 1 Although the L91s cost more than alkaline AA batteries they out perform the alkalines hands down The L91 lithium batteries Are 37 percent lighter than M EN LOC Pei TN alkaline batteries f a ae V E ER e Last up to seven times longer 22 Perform at temperatures as Y 5 60 B BELOW 15 low as 40 F DEOS E Ace EO J e Withstand high ad temperatures After 12 years of storage at 104 F the L91 batteries keep 80 percent of their capacity 5 hou Alkaline batteries last less than 2 hours at that temperature 49 SEP 13 Logistics Management HEY CLOE HOW I FIND THE POC FOR ANOTHER ARMY UNIT I REALLY TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THESE GUYS LOGSA S LIW HAS A SEARCH FUNCTION THAT CAN DO THAT FOR THE ARMY OTHER SERVICES VM ue How to Find PBO and D Coordinator POCs IN FACT IT S EVEN EASIER TO WITH THE REDESIGNED SCOOT COMMUNICATE WITH DEPARTMENT OF LOGISTICS INFORMATION OVER I LL DEFENSE ACTIVITY ADDRESS CODE WAREHOUSE LIW YOu SHOW YOU DODAAC COORDINATORS AND UNIT CAN SET UP A SIMPLE HOW TO PROPERTY BOOK OFFICERS PBOS ONE BUTTON SEARCH DO IT DAAC IF YOU DON T ALREADY HAVE AN LIW ACCOUNT YOU LL NEED COMPLETE A ONE TIME SYSTEM ACCESS REQUEST SAR AWESOME Fuss HERE S THANKS 2 AFTER THAT YOU CAN LOGIN USING your CAC Note
22. AY PN 6 100 800 373 6729 http www penray com FLEETGUARD PN CC26C2 800 22FILTER http www cumminsfiltration com DETROIT DIESEL POWER TRAC 23522774 800 445 1980 http www detroitdiesel com HERE ARE A FEW COMMERCIAL OPTIONS FOR YOU TO CONSIDER Dear Half Mast We recently ordered the antifreeze test Kit NSN GG30 01 011 5S039 that you told us about on Page 2O of PS 685 Dec O9 This same NSN is also found on Page of TB 750 651 Use of Antifreeze Multi Engine Type Cleaning Compounds and Test Kit in Engine Cooling Systems But we found out it doesn t work on the new propylene glycol antifreeze that we are using Army wicle Can we use the test kit that comes with part number 311519 instead It s from the same manufacturer DIRECTIONS FOR USE ACCEPTABLE LEVELS ARE PROVIDED ON THE TEST STRIP CONTAINERS Mr D G IN Wheeled Vehicles HEY PAY WE DON T The tires on vehicles that sit on a hard surface or in the hot sun for weeks and months ATTENTION TO WANT TO BE at a time can wear out from ozone damage heat and age THIS ONE H RETIRED dco This wear appears as cracks in the tire s sidewall Once those cracks get down to the inner cords or belts the tire is no longer usable To get the most life from your tires wash them with soap and water keep them properly inflated and use an approved rubber preservative to reduce cracking NSN 8030 01 282 5626 gets a gallo
23. CLP should never be used on the MK 19 It is not strong enough to withstand the heat the MK 19 produces and will actually gum up the gun s moving parts And it can degrade the grease that s in the MK 19 s bearings The best lube choice is LSAT NSN 9150 00 940 0323 gets 8 ounces and NSN 9150 01 109 7793 brings 1 pound GMD is the other choice NSN 9150 00 935 4018 gets 14 oz tube and NSN 9150 00 223 4004 a 6 2 Ib can WHAT A BIG DIFFERENCE PM MAKES Coe NN eem LEAVE LEAVE AND NEVER COME BACK WE DON T GET ALONG ANP WE NEVER WILL WE RE WHAT YOUR MK 19 But remember you can t interchange lubes Stick with one If you do need to switch to a different one completely wipe off the old lube first Mixing lubes weakens them When you go to the field take the LSAT or GMD with you They won t do much good sitting in the arms room THE MK 19 MACHINE GUN WILL STAY ON TARGET IF YOU TARGET IT WITH THIS PM EMT VW T y j a A NUS Disassembly don ts When you take your MK 19 apart don t be rough It s easy to damage things like the roller bearings on top of the bolt or the vertical cam assembly If you touch the vertical cam wipe it clean ASAP The oil in your skin can cause rust in the cam and then it s ruined If the cam has pits nicks or aluminum buildup that can t be removed with crocus cloth it needs to be replaced
24. DISPLAY UNIT YOU LL FIND ONE ON EACH SIDE OF THE BATTERY BAY CHECK FOR NICKS CUTS OR EXPOSED WIRING EYEBALL THE SET OF BOGIE WHEELS REPLACE EACH SIDE OF THE ROBOT FOR EXCESSIVE L STRIPS IF NECESSARY 50 WHAT I DO IF I FIND ANY OE THOA YOU LL NEED TO SEND _ THE SUGV HIGHER LEVEL MAINTENANCE TO BE CHECKED OUT COURSE YOU LL WANT TO jen THROUGH THE TM EFORE YOU HEAD OUT WOW you I LL WORK YOUR NEXT MISSION GUYS HAVE HARD TO PROVIDE THE SIGNAL 7 GIVEN ME A THE MAINTENANCE I GOT WHILE a L4 LOT TO THINK ___ YOU NEED TRYING TO k 3 ENTER THE BUILDING WAS THE ANTENNA FOR THE OPERATOR CONTROL UNIT 5 9 OCU GoT DAMAGED THERE S THE Mi WHEN IT WAS CAUGHT CULPRIT 7 BETWEEN THE STORAGE UNIT S LID AND BOTTOM IT S NO WONDER THE 9 TRANSMISSION SIGNAL WAS GARBLED WHEN WE CAN T HEAR YOU THAT S NOT GOOD lt THE OCU ANTENNA 2 IT S REAL EASY TO LEAVE THE tA NEEDS TO BE TUCKED ANTENNA STICKING OUT THE is Zach CAREFULLY INSIDE p STORAGE UNIT ESPECIALLY ae UHHH WHO YOU a gt THE STORAGE UNIT IF YOU RE IN A HURRY p TALKIN JUST BEEN GETTING AN EARFUL ABOUT PM FROM THESE LITTLE ROBOTS FELLAS spy Some E d THING Mortars HMMM OKAY WHA 4 LOOKS LIKE THE SHUT YOUR MEASUREMENT 7 I WOULD EXPECT FROM A FOUR YEAR OLD MORTAR TUBE
25. Depending on your existing LIW permissions you may also need to submit a SAR to access some applications for the first time PS 730 50 SEP 13 EVERYONE SO YOUR PORTAL PAGE MUST NOW WILL VARY DEPENDING ON y i CUSTOMIZE THE APPLICATION BUTTONS 25 THEIR LIW YOU PICK TO DISPLAY PORTAL 22 MN IF YOU DON T ALREADY HAVE THE DODAAC SEARCH BUTTON ON YOUR PORTAL PAGE GO TO APP WAREHOUSE THEN CHOOSE Logistics Information Ware DOVAAC SEARCH FROM THE LIST L ws un Welcome to LIW m 4 Example of customized LIW portal NONARMY EDLO 3 29 RE accessing the LIW I App Warehouse DODAAC FEDLOG FedLOG WebLIDB Packaging can select applications for use and or Other Address Rqamnts Svo Sys 3 create a shortcut to those applications In this example several applications were added to include various DODAAC search applications To select applications click on the App Warehouse App Warehouse Quick Hits App Warehouse feyword Search E Business Area Application Category Filter DODAAC once INS 1 D MEET CHOOSE CREATE SHORTCUT Department of Defense Activity Address Code Other Services searen d JE YOLI THINK YOU MIGHT USE To quickly find FORCE applications required for IT MORE THAN ONCE WANT THE BUTTON ON YOUR DODAAC searches in Keyword Search box
26. E CLEANERS ARE COMMONPLACE THESE DAYS AND THEY RE GOING GREEN TOO 50 IF YOU NEED A HAND WIPE FOR CLEANING AVIATION OR MISSILE EQUIPMENT USE WHAT S IN YOUR TMS MIL PRF 22405 CLEANER HANP WIPE FOR AVIATION ANP MISSILE SYSTEM METALLIC SUBSTRATES LOW OR EXEMPT VOC WILL HAVE PRODUCTS COMING IN THE FUTURE HERE ARE SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE ABOUT THE NEW SPECIFICATION TAE 2 WHAT e The specification covers P SPECIFICATION hand wipe cleaners with AND COVER no hazardous air pollutants 7 MISSILE SYSTEMS HAP and either a low LM ARE HAND content of volatile organic WIRES compounds VOCs or a VOC that s been okayed for use on aviation and Hand wipe cleaner can be missile systems The used on metal substrates only cleaner also meets federal for all aviation and missile clean air regulations equipment First the cleaning compounds covered by MIL PRF 32405 THIS SPECIFICATIONZ MR are intended for hand wipe cleaning of metallic substrates prior to painting metal surface treatment non structural sealant application and adhesive bonding Second cleaners approved for MIL PRF 32405 MR are not intended for cleaning prior to die penetrant inspection DPI unless specifically approved for DPI by an authorized technical authority Third cleaners in MIL PRF 32405 MR should only be used when included in approved DOD maintenance
27. ERGEANT A MASTER CHEF OR A MASTER MECHANIC The Army s Transportation School at Ft Lee VA now offers a Master Driver Trainer Qualification Course MDTQC The 90 hour course 80 hours resident training and 10 hours online is open to staff sergeants and sergeants first class from all Army components in the 88M motor transport operator MOS Soldiers who graduate receive the additional skill identifier ASI of M9 It s important to note that MDTQC is not the same as local master driver programs offered at posts camps stations or installations The only way to obtain the Army s new 9 ASI 15 to graduate from the MDTQC at Ft Lee Army master driver trainers are subject matter experts who can advise command ers and units on how to develop and run an effective and safe driver s training program They are responsible for developing standardized unit training programs in Operator safety Risk management Accident avoidance field expedients vehicle recovery Operating material handling equipment MHE Convoy operations and security route classification planning organizing Securing loads Driver s training aids devices simulators and simulations TADSS integration MDTQC is listed the Army Training Requirements and Resources System ATTRS Visit https www atrrs army mil In the course catalog search for Course 8C F45 553 ASIM9 The report date for the first MDTQC class is 27 Oct 2013 at Ft Lee The Transportation Sc
28. GS Base Station 55 Sensors The E UGS consists of one base station kit and one sensor kit For more E UGS information and technical support go to the Applied Research Associates ARA Inc website http eugs ara com You may also contact PM Ground Sensors Michael D Joines at DSN 654 3295 703 704 3295 or email michael d joines ctr mail mil PS 730 47 SEP 13 HERE ARE SOME EXAMPLES OF EQUIPMENT THAT USE THE 291 LITHIUM BATTERIES CAN PERFORM AT LOW TEMPERATURES L91 Battery is Lightweight Long lasting YEAH WE RE 27 LAST LONGER V AN PVS 14 monocular night vision device NSN 5855 01 432 0524 WE RE LOIS WE CAN HANDLE JUST ABOUT ANYTHING SAND WITH STAND HIGH TEMPS LIGHTER V AN PEQ 2A infrared illuminator NSN 5855 01 447 8992 V AN PAQ 4C infrared aiming light NSN 5855 01 398 4315 V AN PVS 7D night vision goggles NSN 5855 01 422 5413 V AN PVS 5C night vision goggles NSN 5855 01 228 0936 V AN PAS 13D V 2 and V 3 thermal weapon sight NSN 5855 01 524 4313 medium or NSN 5855 01 524 4314 heavy When you move out on patrol you re carrying lots of gear powered by batteries And that gear can soon drain the energy out of ordinary commercial batteries especially in freezing temperatures That s why you should use L91 non rechargeable lithium iron disulfide AA batteries NSN 6135 01 333 610
29. Issue 730 September 2013 GO GET EM BUDDY LET US KNOW WHAT S WHAT BECAUSE OF YOUR GOOD PM I VE GOT YOUR BACKS AND YOUR FRONTS CSM Corner 1 YOUR BUSINESS RYO IN WHEN I START MY HMMWV EQUIPMENT I HEAR RATTLING NEAR THE READINESS FRONT OF THE ENGINE BUT WE NEED TO DO BETTER T frag W i SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING S LOOSE gt 4 itm drive it shoot But high equipment readiness rates are 224 it wear it it or attainable only when commanders platoon gt 3 communicate with it leaders and sergeants and maintenance gt So who maintains it officers make it a priority The Army answer is a lot is Starting the Command Maintenance of people Discipline Program CMDP because all Ge Operators whose Soldiers have a role in equipment combat l lives often depend on readiness You can read about the CMDP E equipment working on Pages 58 59 of this issue a e right must do preventive Leaders should insist that PMCS E maintenance checks and scheduled services are performed lt 1 correctly Leader inspections of P lt Motor pool and aircraft maintenance activities ensure that gt 3 mechanics armorers maintenance discipline is effective e communications and I ask my fellow NCOs this question CBRN NCOs Do y
30. NICS WORKING ON YOUR VEHICLE A FAVOR THOSE COTTER PINS COMPLETELY AROUND THE NUTS 50 THERE AREN T ANY SHARP EDGES POKING OUT EVERYONE S HANDS WILL THANK YOU Bend pins completely around nuts so no sharp edges poke out SEP 13 Improperly bent cotter i pins can cause nasty cuts PS 730 5 234554 m RET ri ir 5 YOU MEAN OUR CONVOY ISN T READY TO GO er rt 4442 ee COS LJ r LL Farm xs se 1 p it as us yet Bow and then we get email from units looking for convoy flags and signs We can almost hear even by email the frantic last minute panic caused by a failure to plan To nip the mad dash in the bud some units find it helpful to prepare a convoy ready kit Then they can grab the bag as they head out the door The key is getting and keeping it together before duty calls If you want to put together a convoy kit and have it ready for the road here are ideas for what to put in it Non Deployment Convoy Package Item NSN 6545 01 532 4962 mission dependent Water N A Tape 2 in x 60 yd 7510 00 266 5016 PS 730 10 SEP 13 a Wo Vial I M SURE GLAD OUR UNIT PREPARED ANP GOT OUR CONVOY KIT TOGETHER FOR THIS TRIP LIKE THOSE GUYS BACK AT POST Dd De
31. NOW M gu 4 Heads Up on IFF Antenna PILOTS IF YOU RE WEARING YOUR HGU 56 P HELMET AS YOU WALK AROUND YOUR KIOWA WARRIOR PERFORMING A PRE FLIGHT INSPECTION EF If you need to duck under the tail boom stay clear of the identification friend or foe IFF antenna If your helmet smacks into the antenna your Kiowa could be unidentifiable The IFF antenna can be easily damaged or broken if you bend or bump it That makes your aircraft partially mission capable It may be OK for flying under normal circumstances at home base but not for tactical situations In a hostile environment the aircraft is NMC until the IFF antenna gets repaired As part of your pre flight checks place your hand on the bottom near the antenna to block yourself from bumping into it as your duck underneath the tail boom Think of it this way ducking under the tail boom near the antenna is a good way to practice your limbo skills Just stay under the tail boom and out of the antenna s way PS 730 25 Steer helmet clear of IFF antenna when ducking under tail boom SEP 13 UH 60A L M and HH 60A L M ISN I VE TRIEP ORDERING A NEW DIDN T YOU AIRCRAFT FLASH CARD BUT I THAT OLD END UP GETTING NOTHING CARP S OUT you READY GET THIS BABY ROLLIN HOOAH OUR FIRST MISSION WITH A ROBOT ANP I GET TO OPERATE THE
32. PECT IMPROPER PACKAGING CHECK YOUR ITEM S PACKAGING CODES IN LIW https liw logsa army mil SEARCH UNDER PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS IF YOU CAN T FIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS IN LIW TRY FED LOG Welcome to LIW 770 RIC DODAAC NONARMY EDLO WEBLIDE CHL SEARCH DODAAC REQ Sets Kits Price Chl DODAAC DODAAC FEDLOG FedLOG WebLIDB Packaging Outfits Form Search Other Address Rqmnts Que GRND E LOGS GRND EQ VRF 3 EQ TRK PS NSN LIN Ground Magazine DODIC i Eq Verifier Qry Tracker Submit a packaging SDR if The cost of using the right packaging exceeds 100 or the value of the item shipment or package exceeds 2 500 The discrepancy involves hazardous material where a hazardous condition could result The discrepancy results in damaged material that may endanger people or impair combat or deployment operations HERE S A SAMPLE SCENARIO A SHIPMENT OF CIRCUIT CARDS ARRIVES AT YOUR UNIT HOWEVER THE PACKAGING MATERIAL DOES NOT CONFORM TO MIL B 81705 BARRIER MATERIALS FLEXIBLE ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PROTECTIVE HEAT SEALABLE ESP PROTECTIVE PACKAGING THE MARKINGS SPECIFIED IN MIL STD 129 MILITARY MARKING FOR SHIPMENT ANP STORAGE ARE ALSO MISSING ON THE UNIT PACK THE ESTIMATED COST OF REPACKAGING IS GREATER THAN 100 THE CIRCUIT CARDS WHICH ARE WORTH MORE THAN 2 500 ARE USED IN AVIONICS ARE CRITICAL SAFETY ITEMS IN THIS CASE A PACKAGING SDR MUST BE SUBMITTED
33. SN 1055 00 021 3909 and LIN L45250 turn them in now They re obsolete Ship them to DODAAC W562RP RIC BA4 DLA Disposition Services Anniston Anniston Army Depot 7 Frankford Ave Bldg 282 Anniston AL 36201 4199 MRAP annual Service Kits Semiannual services are no longer required for any of the MaxxPro variants so make a note in the vehicle TMs until they re updated However PMCS and annual services are still required So get the annual service kit for the M1224 MaxxPro base model with NSN 2990 01 570 3792 Use NSN 2990 01 578 9655 to get an annual service kit for these MRAP variants M1234 Plus M1234A1 Plus ambulance M1235 Dash M1235A1 Dash DXM and M1235A2 Dash DXM ambulance ATP 4 0 6 Offers LIS Support A new Army Techniques Publication ATP 4 0 6 Techniques for Sustainment Information Systems Support was released in April 2013 This ATP from the Combined Arms Support Command CASCOM Enterprise System Directorate ESD covers field level support for Logistics Information Systems LIS Download the ATP from the milSuite forum https www milsuite mil book thread 100201 or at http armypubs army mil doctrine DR_pubs dr_a pdf atp4_0x6 pdf PS 730 60 SEP 13 SNAG THE PACKAGING BULLETIN AMC s Packaging Bulletin gives a snapshot of what s happening around the Army packaging community You ll also learn about the latest in packaging testing development and new materials To subscribe email you
34. ST GREATEST MAINTENANCE ADVICE INSTRUCTIONS ANP TIPS PS 730 59 SEP 13 D7R II Dozer PMCS Error Operators forget about using the blade float indicator mentioned in PMCS Step 26 of TM 5 2410 241 10 That indicator is an option only on commercial D7R dozers not the military version Make a note until the 10 TM is updated How to Find LOGSA s MMDF The Logistics Support Activity LOGSA keeps the Maintenance Master Data File MMDF the Logistics Information Warehouse LIW Here s how to find it First go to LIW at https liw logsa army mil After you sign in click on App Warehouse In the Application Category drop down list pick MMDF Click Create Shortcut for the LIW RSRCS app This adds an LIW RSRCS icon to your LIW portal From then on picking that icon gives you a list of LIW resources including the MMDF For MMDF help email usarmy redstone logsa mbx mmdf mail mil New Sentinel ETM Coming A new Sentinel IETM will soon be hitting the field But if you don t update your pubs account you won t get it Update your DA Form 12 series at https dol hqda pentagon mil ptclick index aspx Enter EM 0096 TM 9 1430 SENTINEL IDN 323475 and the number of copies you ll need The new IETM uses the IADS format instead of the previous AIMSS format For information on how to use IADS go to https iads redstone army mil Turn in M202 Rocket Launcher If you still have M202 rocket launchers N
35. TH THAT IN MIND LET S TAKE A LOOK AT SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE NEW FUEL YEP AND I VE GOT HEY YOU A LOT OF HEARD QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS ABOUT IT THE DEFENSE FUEL SUPPLY POINT DFSP IN CHARLESTON 5 WAS RECENTLY CONVERTED FROM 2 8 TO JET FT STEWART HUNTER ARMY AIR FIELD GA WERE THE ARMY S FIRST LOCATIONS TO USE JET A FUEL WITH MILITARY A FUEL WITH MILITARY ADDITIVES OTHERS WILL ADDITIVES ALSO KNOWN BE ADDED AS ARMY Ae F 24 POSTS ARE CONVERTED 0 What s the main difference between JP 8 and Jet A fuel A Jet A is the primary kerosene based fuel used by CONUS commercial airlines It s governed by ASTM D1655 the standard specification for aviation turbine fuels Jet A is similar to JP 8 except that it doesn t contain the additive package required for JP 8 static dissipater SDA fuel system icing inhibitor FSII and corrosion inhibitor lubricity improver The Army approved Jet A but only with the military additives that are in JP 8 Q So what should we call Jet A with military additives A During a recent NATO fuels and lubricants working group meeting a new NATO code was issued for Jet A with military additives F 24 Simply put 24 is Jet A plus the military additives 5 1745 FSII 5 1747 and SDA It has a slightly different freezing point of 40 C compared to 47 C for JP 8 What s the difference between JP 8 and F 24 A The main differe
36. TIME YOU NEED GET THE RIGS ROLLING YOU WON T BE SCRAMBLING mM USE DIELECTRIC GREASE ON CONNECTORS WHEN REPLACING LIGHT BULB WIRING HARNESSES ON YOUR 872 4 SEMITRAILER FIRST PUT A DAB OF DIELECTRIC GREASE NSN 2850 00 880 7616 ON THE CONNECTORS THEN THE CONNECTORS WILL COME APAKT EASIER NEXT TIME WITH LESS CHANCE OF DAMAGE Lubed connectors easier to pull apart APPLYING THE GREASE DOESN T STOP THE CURRENT FLOW EITHER JUST PUT GREASE AROUNP THE CONNECTORS JUST THE CONNECTOR LIP THERE S A NOTE IN WP 0055 00 11 OF TM 9 2330 331 14 amp P REMINPING YOU TO THIS THIS ADVICE ALSO APPLIES TO OTHER TACTICAL VEHICLES Too Few Bolts BUSTED CYLINDER HEAD 2N FW T QC 6 LANAI HEY WHAT A d ARE YOU DOING NOT TIL YOU INSTALL ALL FOUR BOLTS IN MY ENGINE LIFT BRACKET TWO ARE MISSING d Mechanics make sure that all the bolts are installed in the engine lift brackets when pulling a CAT engine from an FMTV Lifting an engine with any bolts missing puts way too much stress and pressure on the remaining bolts Eventually one or more of the bolts that mount the bracket to the engine s cylinder head l will shear or strip out putting Soldiers at risk Replacing a damaged cylinder head is expensive So here are a couple tips to keep in mind about the lifting brackets When you remove the engine make
37. ated polyester tent gets tears and WELL SEEMS LIKE THIS WITH THIS a TENTAGE holes Then when it rains your tent REPAIR WHOA becomes a leaky faucet You must WHERE 212 CAN FIX THIS YOU COME AND PREVENT make repairs while tears are still small SOME MAJOR DAMAGE EROM before major damage sets in OCCURRING 2 Order the updated tentage repair Ex Kit NSN 8340 00 262 5767 The cotton duck canvas sheets that once 23 came with the repair kit are no longer available The Army has replaced the canvas with 60 in wide vinyl coated M polyester sheets for field repairs The sheets come in green and tan You can s order them separately if you don t want the entire kit The unit of issue is Sheet 5 8305 01 repairs 238 0342 while 238 8076 tears are still small now most Army units should be seeing the new improved camouflage system ULCANS ultra lightweight camouflage net system ULCANS is a step up from the old LCSS lightweight camouflage screen system and lightweight camouflage support system ULCANS is resistant to fire mold and mildew It has an anti snag design and is easier and quicker to set up and tear down The switch from LCSS to ULCANS can t be done piecemeal You can t replace LCSS L components with ULCANS components ULCANS and LCSS screens have different radar 421
38. can damage the yoke FACTORS E Put the strap between the second and FREE FOR YOU SS 4 third locks That prevents the strap from sliding around Dear Half Mast Dear Sergeant First Class G Y a E l 4 Tighten yoke strap hand tight between When the M41 protection Averaging fit factors doesn t produce a amm A second and third cam locks 2 valid result The correct way to compute the overall fit factor why isn t overall fit factor is to calculate the average the result the average of penetration the fit factor divided into 1 and the individual exercise fit then convert it to a fit factor factors PATS does this automatically 2 2 M V as SEC G Y to save you the trouble When you rest the detector on the ground put the search head flat so the yoke is not left lying on the ground where it can be more easily damaged Battery Basics Don t pull off the battery lid e top from the top That can break the lanyard that holds the top to the box Gently lift off the lid from its front Remember the battery case cord stretches no more than 2 1 2 feet IF you pull it farther it can tear the cord s wiring IF you re going to put the detector on the ground first remove the battery case from your pocket so you don t accidentally yank f on the cord AAS 27 O 4 DON T FORGET 24 REMOVE THE aue BATTERY CASE e FROM YOUR Just flip the J1 battery connector
39. ction YOUR DETAILEP REMARKS CAN HELP ARMY INVESTIGATORS FIGURE OUT THE ROOT CAUSE OF PACKAGING PROBLEMS GENERIC REMARKS SUCH AS INADEQUATE PRESERVATION AREN T SPECIFIC ENOUGH COST INVESTIGATORS EXTRA POSSIBLY KEEP THEM TIME TRACKING DOWN FROM HAPPENING MORE DETAILED AGAIN INFORMATION 2 Material received nonconforming to MIL B 81705 ESD packaging EXAMPLE OF Item received in packages IEA THE CIRCUIT per chipboard carton then item CARDS IN placed in plastic bag omitted 2 all MIL STD 129 markings on COULD unit pack Request disposition instructions Before submitting the information in WebSDR you can list two email addresses to receive a distribution copy WebSDR input reports will trigger eee creation of a distribution copy as proof RIGHT of the SDR submission Keep these VX PACKAGING SDRs in pdf or Microsoft Word digital format After submission use WebSDR to update follow up on or cancel the SDR Remember the purpose of an SDR is to determine the cause of the problem take corrective action and keep it from happening again WEBSDR 16 A TOOL THAT HELPS MAKE SURE FUTURE If you have any SDR or packaging related questions email LOGSA PSCC at toby pt us army mil Driver ieinear E et sr ie HEY WHAT DID YOU BUDDY I ALWAYS WANTED TO BE A MASTER DRIVER TRAINER NOW I CAN BE GREW UP S
40. hen you re working in areas of your aircraft with moving parts like the rotor section or the engine or drive shaft areas hold on to those tools tightly A dropped tool can short out electrical components damage a drive shaft or worse Dropping or losing a tool in areas of moving parts could mean spending hour upon hour trying to find and retrieve the tool Not only will you be unable to perform aircraft run ups you may have to tear down parts of the aircraft to access a hard to reach area where the tool landed The warning couldn t be more obvious Hold on to your tools during maintenance Your life the aircrew s lives and the life of your aircraft depend on it Course there s always the chance you might drop or forget a tool and not notice it That s why you should inventory your tool box before the start and end of every job no matter how routine or how many times you have done it in the past PS 730 21 SEP 13 NEW SPEC FOR AVIATION AND MISSILESHAND SWIPE CLEANER SERGEANT BLADE FOUND THIS GREAT NEW WIPE CLEANER AT THE LOCAL HARDWARE STORE Lepr ON THE NEW SPECIFICATION OR HAND WIPE CLEANERS IS OUT BUT THERE ARE NO APPROVED PRODUCTS YET THEY RE COMING KEEPING THE ENVIRONMENT CLEAN IS AN ONGOING EFFORT FOR THE ARMY AS IT CONTINUES TO GO GREENER AND CLEANER 7 h x WIP
41. hool plans to train about 72 students a year with class size averaging 14 students For more information about MDTQC contact Jeffrey Skinner DSN 539 1955 804 765 1955 or email jeffrey e skinner civ mail mil PS 730 57 SEP 13 Maintenance Management I HEARD THAT NAH I HEARD AHHHHH YER IT S CMDP STANDS FOR IT MEANS COVER BOTH WRONG OBVIOUS romans VU BUT KNOW LOT BUT I CAN T FIND ANY Does THAT MEAN Cupp StanDS rog OF THINGS DIMPLED POTATOES ONLY IF IT S CHINCHILLAS MAKE THAT CMDP GOING TC DARLING PETS BUT SIYT7 NOW WILL REGULAR IDAHO FROST DURING I CAN T FIND ANY LET US TELL THE NIGHT YOU WHAT POTATOES PLACE THAT SELLS WHAT ABOUT ON CHINCHILLAS IT 757 HOT DAY IT S COMMON SENSE THAT GOOD 12 wf ZOM INES MAINTENANCE orn IMPROVES COMBAT WOA N READINESS Ss T TO BE DONE e T ISN T THE MOST OF US SAME AS KNOW THIS FACT A 2 DOING 1 One way the Army plans to tackle growing maintenance problems is by setting up the Command Maintenance Discipline Program CMDP The goal is to make maintenance a priority at all levels To do so CMDP stresses a return to traditional maintenance programs and practices CMDP goes into effect with the next update of DA Pam 750 1 Commanders Maintenance Handbook The estimated release date for the revised publication is the 4th quarter of
42. n of the preservative Follow the instructions for use on the label Commercial products that put a shine on the tire are not authorized They don t preserve the tires and they certainly don t help with your vehicle s camouflage So use only an authorized preservative and leave the commercial products alone PS 730 15 SER 13 THRIFTY TROUBLESHOOTING TRICK AHH ANOTHER WONDERFUL JBLM WASHINGTON WHAT UP GOMEZ AND THE OTHER ONE LOSES POWER UNDER HEAVY LOADS AND WHEN GOING UP STEEP HILLS OUR TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTED THERE MIGHT BE A PROBLEM WITH THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE HEY WE JUST FIXED A COUPLE OF TRUCKS WITH THOSE SAME PROBLEMS BUT A BAD FUEL FILTER CAN CAUSE THIS TYPE OF TROUBLE TOO 50 WE CHANGED OUT THE FUEL FILTER TO SEE WHAT WOULD HAPPEN PROBLEM WENT 50 MAYBE YEAH BUT IT S A LOT YOU NEVER CHEAPER TO YOU SHOULD KNOW WHEN CHANGE OUT CHECK THE FUEL DIRTY FUEL A FUEL FILTER FILTER BEFORE OR A PIECE OF THAN TO REPLACE DOING OTHER CRUD MIGHT ELECTRONIC TROUBLE CLOG IT UP COMPONENTS SHOOTING I GUESS IT WOULDN T HURT TRY THAT TRICK WITH TIGHTER BUDGETS IT MAKES SENSE TO TRY TO SAVE A THE FUEL FILTERS CAN GET DIRTY EVEN WITH REGULAR SERVICING LX La p Compact Skid Loader
43. nce is cost JP 8 and F 24 are completely interchangeable fuels for all CONUS operations TARDEC ground AMRDEC aviation and AMCOM have all approved the conversion to F 24 For more information on aviation use of F 24 check out AMCOM GEN MIM 13 001 at https upw jtdi mil After logging in with your CAC click the AGSE tab Click Safety under the AGSE Browse column then Maintenance Information Message MIM Next click on FY 2013 Finally click GEN MIM 13 001 in the table on the top center of the page In locations where arctic temperatures are expected DLA Energy will continue to provide JP 8 to prevent fuel freezing problems Q Will I notice changes to installation facilities and vehicles INSTALLATION FIXED FACILITIES AND SOME EQUIPMENT USING F 24 WILL BEAR NEW MARKINGS TO REFLECT F 24 HOWEVER UNITS WILL MAINTAIN ACCOUNTABILITY RECORDS AS 8 J Since JP 8 will remain the main fuel for OCONUS operations deployable tactical vehicles and equipment will keep their current JP 8 markings You may also see this marking on installation fixed F 24 facilities and storage distribution equipment JET FUEL Q Does F 24 need to be tested more often A F 24 may or may not be produced with an anti oxidant F 24 without an anti oxidant could degrade during long term storage The Army Petroleum Center APC will monitor all product testing and stock rotation requirements However field testing requirements will not change Need
44. nything further 49 1 2 Trailer Elbow Pipe Get the 90 degree elbow pipe for the faucet on your M149A1 A2 water trailer with NSN 4730 00 253 5765 M149A1 and early configuration M149A2 or NSN 4730 01 433 2623 current configuration M149A2 NSN 4730 00 221 4997 which is shown as Item 16 in Fig 28 of TM 9 2330 267 14 amp P Jul 91 brings a 45 degree elbow pipe that won t work Make a note until these NSNs appear in the new TM 9 2330 367 13 amp P which is scheduled for print in the near future DISTRIBUTION To be distributed in accordance with the initial distribution number IDN 340312 requirements for TB 43 PS Series Jf now Would You Stake Your Life the Condition of Your Equipment m ao RH 4
45. ou know the maintenance condition gt 3 gt 3 others perform unit of the equipment assigned to your A level maintenance and Soldiers It is your business and it lt troubleshooting requires continuing attention TB 43 PS 730 The Preventive Maintenance Monthly is an official publication THE of the Department of the Army providing information for all Soldiers assigned PREVENTIVE to combat and combat support units and all Soldiers with unit maintenance and supply duties All information published has been reviewed and approved MAINTENANCE by the agency responsible for the equipment publication or policy discussed Application of the information is optional with the user Masculine pronouns may MONTHLY refer to both genders The use of product or company names does not constitute endorsement of those products services or companies by the U S Army The use of non DoD hyperlinks along with their content does not constitute d by DoD or DA Neither DoD DA ditorial 1 50 730 2013 ond cannot vouch for conent on nonbop wenste 945274 COMBAT VEHICLES PEEL SMALL ARMS Paladin External Stowage Basket Placement Mortar Pullover Gage Measurements M777A2 Towed Howitzer Target Boards MK 19 Machine Gun Maintenance Tips M119A2 A3 Towed Howitzer Cleaning Lubing M240 Series Machine Gun MWO M777A2 Towed Howitzer Spring Blade Assembly M777A2 Towed Howitzer Firing Pin PM Bradley Requires CVC Helmet Head
46. ployment Convoy Package Item Escalation of force kit A D 00 000 0001 contents and supplier LIN 001EOF varies depending on See unit 4 or supply location and need sergeant for guidance mission dependent Water N A Grapplinghook 4prong_ 6545 01 532 4962 1240 00 160 0440 Flashlight x 2 6230 01 291 7531 Tape 2 in x 60 yd 7510 00 266 5016 Tough box black 200 series lock 8115 01 562 4555 550 cord 700 yd 4020 00 240 2146 There are no NSNs for water grappling hooks or convoy signs You ll have to source those items locally ATP 4 11 Army Motor Transport Operations also has helpful info Download the ATP at http armypubs army mil doctrine DR_pubs dr_a pdf atp4_11 pdf PS 730 11 IB gt You can also order CONVOY FOLLOWS PN CONF8X50HA CONVOY AHEAD PN CONA16X50HA CONVOY COMMANDER PN CONC8X50HA CONVOY COMMANDER PN CONC16X50HA Enter the part numbers given for the signs above in the search box to find them on the UNICOR website at http www unicor gov Other helpful things units might include in a convoy kit are a parts inventory list and photos a convoy brief including a strip map a convoy commander s checklist and 9 MEDEVAC and SALUTE reports ALSO CONSIDER ADDING THE KIT TO THE OFFICIAL UNIT INVENTORY SO IT MUST BE CHECKED OUT RETURNED 222 AFTER EACH USE AND SY WW STAYS INTACT gt THEN THE NEXT
47. r request to eric j cowan6 civ mail mil You can request access to past issues of the Packaging Bulletin by visiting https collab aep army mil sites Packaging_Bulletin default aspx FMTV Torque Rod zal Kit Page 61 of PS 726 May 13 listed NSN 2510 01 499 5596 for the FMTV s torque rod seal kit with tool That NSN is now a correct M26 Decon Fuel Can Position If you go by some of the illustrations throughout TM 3 4230 238 10 and 23 amp P on positioning the M26 s fuel can you could end up with a fire That position allows the metal braided fuel lines to touch the burner melt their rubber interior and leak The fuel can should be installed so that its fuel lid is on the opposite side of the burner to keep the fuel lines from touching the burner terminal item Get the Questions Contact TACOM s Emily Santiago at DSN 786 1702 kit with NSN 2510 01 586 282 1702 or email emily e santiago2 civ mail mil 525 7576 RepLace M26 STICKER The M26 decon s item unique identification IUID sticker isn t durable enough to last as long as the M26 TACOM is replacing the sticker with an IUID plate To get plates for your M26s follow the instructions in MAM 13 034 which you can find at https tulsa tacom army mil Include POC and phone number installation shipping address and the M26 serial numbers MWO 3 4230 238 23 gives instructions on how to install the plate If you ve already responded to MAM 13 034 you don t need to do a
48. s can lead to rusty results The springs will eventually break and have to be replaced Thats easy to prevent During routine maintenance just remove the housing and give both springs a good cleaning and a light coat of WTR Worn components can cause firing pin to protrude past breech block face PS 730 BECAUSE YOU HAVEN T DONE PM ON MY Ad FIRING PIN YOU GOING C proper firing pin maintenance is crucial to making sure your M777A2 howitzers keep throwing rounds down range Just follow these easy steps so your howitzer goes Boom instead of Click 1 Clean and remove corrosion from the firing pin retainer spring and cavity with CLP NSN 9150 01 054 6453 and crocus cloth NSN 5350 00 268 3116 2 Remove excess CLP with a clean wiping rag NSN 7920 00 205 1711 3 If there s burring in the cavity remove it with a hand file 4 Replace the firing pin if the tip is deformed bent or broken Replace the retainer if it s kinked or deformed and replace the spring if it s kinked or broken Replace Far Deformed bent iz firing pin firing can cause pin misfires A new and improved firing pin 15 in the works that will eliminate the retainer and improve reliability deformed retainers And if your M777A2 does go Click instead of Boom when it shouldn t follow the Misfire and Checkfire Procedures in Chapter 2 of TM 9 1025 215 10 PS 730 6 SERAS LISTEN UP CVC The ONLY WHERE
49. s ready for storage follow these steps AN PSS 14 Mine Detector Make sure the detector is turned OFF Ensure the sieve pack remains installed SELECT THESE with the rain cap fully closed in the detector in the fully closed Remove the batteries from the battery position This keeps the sieve pack in _ 7 7 OR tray and install the tray in the fully good condition and makes sure JCAD closed position starts properly the next time you power E SUGGESTIONS Install battery tray without Make sure sieve pack is in fully batteries ___ closed position for storage j coop SAVE YOUR LIFE AND THE LIVES OF YOUR BUDDIES Dear Editor M41 PATS A Through teaching Soldiers how to get GAHR WHY I LL the most out of their AN PSS 14 mine oe 5 OF THE INDIVIDUAL A A AZUL IJ detectors we ve come up with these FIT FACTORS CFA Le C Ay suggestions p A 3 Careful with the Yoke A YOU DON T Ly A broken yoke means the detector 25 7 S NEED TO has to be sent to depot for repair PO THAN e Yokes are usually broken because of aay Ue improper storage When you strap the P AU CALCULATE WC yoke in the storage bag tighten the THE Strap Aara tight only IF you force the MASK FIT Strap tighter you
50. set UE CBRN M2 M3 Series Bradley Cargo Hatch Seal Stryker Service Kits Now Available M4 Joint Chemical Agent Detector Info Combat Vehicles Cotter Pin Safety M41 PATS Mask Fit Factors TACTICAL VEHICLES 10 SOLDIER SUPPORT Convoy Kits 10 12 AN PSS 14 Mine Detector Tips M872A4 Semitrailer Light Bulb Wiring Harnesses 12 ULCANS NSNs FMTV Engine Lift Bracket Bolts 13 Tentage Repair Kit Tactical Vehicle Antifreeze Test Strips 14 15 Rubber Preservative for Tires A4 Fuel Filter Troubleshooting Compact Skid Loader Battery Drain JP 8 F 24 Fuel Comparison E UGS Battery Life Check L91 Battery Preferred ee AVIATION F 24 Fuel Now Approved for Aircraft Tool Use Precautions Locating PBO DODAAC Coordinator POCs Hand Wipe Cleaner Specifications Supply Discrepancy Reports Maintenance Platform Load Testing Master Driver Trainer Course Now Offered OH 58D IFF Antenna Safety Reminder Command Maintenance Discipline UH 60A L M HH 60A L M Memory Flash Cards 26 Program Coming ROBOTICS 27 When Robots Talk 27 34 5 Post Scripts You are invited to send PS your TRC By order of the Secretary of the Army procedures questions on maintenance and supply problems and questions or comments on material published in PS RAYMOND T ODIERNO Just write to General United States Army Chief of Staff MSG Half Mast Official PS the Preventive Maintenance Monthly LOGSA
51. sure you follow the engine assembly replacement work packages in TM 9 2320 333 14 amp P and TM 9 2320 391 14 amp P Pay special attention EE 2 ELE to Steps 23 and 24 al ware lift bracket e Make sure the lift bracket s two i gt oe bottom bolts get reinstalled if they ve been removed needs all four bolts before pulling engine With all the bolts in place the engine lift bracket can do its job The end results are safer shop practices and no downtime or rebuild costs PS 730 13 SEP 13 MR D G IV THE ANTIFREEZE EXPERTS AT RDECOM TARDEC DON T RECOMMEND THAT OPTION THE SHORT ANSWER IS NO THE TEST STRIP THAT COMES WITH NSN 6850 01 154 3653 ALS0 MENTIONED IN THAT 25 THAT S BECAUSE ARTICLE HAPPENED TO ALL you WHY ARE THE TEST KIT 15 NOT Guvez YOU ALL DOESN T TEST FOR COMPLIANT FRO ZEN SUPPLEMENTAL COOLANT ADDITIVE 6CA LEVELS THE TEST STRIPS YOU USED DON T WORK ON PROPYLENE GLYCOL ANTIFREEZE THERE IS NO NSN AVAILABLE FOR TEST STRIPS THAT MEETS CLD A A 51461C TYPE II NITRITE STANDARDS FOR ANTIFREEZE TESTING THAT S REQUIREMENT FOR CID A A S14G1C II COMPLIANCE YOU NEED A COMMERCIAL ENGINE COOLANT TEST STRIP THAT FOLLOWS CID A A 51461 II GUIDANCE AND TESTS FOR NITRITE CONCENTRATION UNIVERSAL FREEZE POINT OF ETHYLENE GLYCOL PROPYLENE GLYCOL PENR
52. technical publications MIL PRF 32405 MR does not replace or supercede any other specification Any solvent approved by the specification will be free of hazardous air pollutants HAPs You can find the specification on the DLA ASSIST quick search website http quicksearch dla mil To get full access to the DLA ASSIST online database for viewing DOD documents you must first register for an ASSIST Online user account at https assist dla mil Registration data is used by DLA Document Services in Philadelphia to establish the correct type of account and to manage subscriptions If you have questions about the new specification the ASSIST online database lists the current POC at the Army Research Laboratory Specifications and Standards Office Contact Richard Squillacioti at 410 306 0786 email richard j squillacioti civ mail mil C MON PACK IT IN GUYS WE VE GOT LOAD TESTING TO Do YEAH LET S PUT SOME WEIGHT ON IT HOW MUCH CAN THE 4 555 ae PLATFORM STAND Mechanics there s a lot of chatter about whether or not load testing is required for the low level maintenance platform NSN 1730 00 269 8283 Some say it s required while others say it s not Here s the final answer from the aviation ground support equipment AGSE headshed that puts this issue to rest Load test certification is required by Para 3 and 4 of TB 43 0142 for all main
53. tenance platforms Make sure you keep a record of maintenance inspections on a DD Form 314 The bottom line is that lifting devices like maintenance platforms must have an initial load test certification document from the manufacturer or one from a repair activity when the equipment is new extensively repaired or altered The low level maintenance platform does not have TM support so if you need to do repairs you can check out Page 22 of PS 709 Dec 11 for all the parts https www logsa army mil psmag archives PS2011 709 709 22 pdf As part of your PM make sure you stencil MAX WEIGHT FOLDED 500 LBS and 750 LBS MAX WEIGHT UNFOLDED on the sides of the platform Put reflective tape on the platform so it can be seen during night maintenance If you have questions about AGSE equipment you can contact their help ticket website https agse peoavn army mil You can also get additional information about ground support and aviation assets from https upw jtdi mil We told you on Page 26 of PS 705 Aug 11 that safety is the first priority when using maintenance platforms Check out the article for a quick refresher https www logsa army mil psmag archives PS2011 705 705 26 pdf Low level platform has no TM support but must be load tested HEY WATCH THAT IFF YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED beets LAST TIME o F 3 74 am A AW DON T WORRY I VE GOT MAD LIMBO SKILLS
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