TM 3-4240-241-12
CHAPTER 4
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT
carrier or at the actual site of use. In either case, the
50. New Equipment
unpacking should take place as close as possible to the
a. General. Upon receipt of equipment, inspect for
point of installation.
completeness and satisfactory operating condition.
Note. Keep top. sides, and ends of crate (6) for
Report. any damage on 1)1) Form 6 and place the
equipment. in a serviceable condition as soon as
further use in recrating the equipment. The crate
practicable.
base (5) may be kept for use as a skid.
b. Unpacking. After the crate has been opened
(fig. 18) the equipment can be unpacked either on the
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Wood pieces
4
Cartons (accessories)
2
Shipping block
5
Crate base
3
Steel straps
6
Crate
Figure 18. Crating and blocking.
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