MC-4 RAM AIR FREE-FALL PERSONNEL PARACHUTE SYSTEM SERVICE UPON RECEIPT

TM 10-1670-287-23&P 0004 00 MC-4 RAM AIR FREE-FALL PERSONNEL PARACHUTE SYSTEM SERVICE UPON RECEIPT 0004 00-1 THIS TASK COVERS: Overview Initial Receipt Receipt of Used Parachute After-Use Receipt INITIAL SETUP: Tools Needle, Tacking (Item 29, WP 0063 00) Materials/Parts Tape, Lacing and Tying (Item 33, WP 0076 00) Personnel Required 92R (10) Parachute Rigger Equipment Condition All equipment shall be serviceable and ready for use. OVERVIEW This chapter contains information necessary to maintain the MC-4 Ram Air Free-Fall Personnel Parachute, on the Unit and Direct Support (DS) maintenance levels, in accordance with the Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC) for the equipment. It includes the following: Common Tools and Equipment. For authorized common tools and equipment, refer to the Modified Table of Organization and Equipment or Table of Distribution and Allowances (MTOE/TDA) applicable to your unit. Special Tools, TMDE, and Support Equipment. A repair parts and special tools list (RPSTL) is included in WP 0064 00 of this manual. Tools or equipment that must be fabricated are listed in WP 0077 00 of this manual. Repair Parts. Repair parts are listed and illustrated in WP 0065 00 through WP 0072 00 of this manual. INITIAL RECEIPT The following describes the procedures for processing parachutes upon initial receipt. General Procedures for Air Delivery Equipment. When air delivery equipment is initially procured from a supply source and issued to a using unit, the item(s) will be unpacked from the shipping container(s) and inspected by a qualified parachute rigger (MOS 92R). The inspection preformed will be a technical/ rigger-type inspection and will be conducted as outlined in the Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) procedures. Upon completion of the inspection, the item(s) will be tagged as prescribed in DA PAM 738-751. Serviceable equipment may then be entered either into storage or into use in airdrop operations, as applicable. An unserviceable item will be held and reported, in accordance with DA PAM 738-750/ MCO 4855.10B. Inspection Personnel. Personnel other than parachute rigger personnel may assist in the unpacking process of initially received parachutes as directed by the local air delivery equipment maintenance officer. However, the parachute maintenance officer ensures that the entire unpacking effort is conducted under the direct supervision of a qualified rigger (92R) in accordance with AR 750-32.