T-10C/T-10D TROOP BACK PARACHUTE ASSEMBLY SERVICE UPON RECEIPT

TM 10-1670-293-23&P 0003 00 T-10C/T-10D TROOP BACK PARACHUTE ASSEMBLY SERVICE UPON RECEIPT 0003 00-1 THIS TASK COVERS: � Overview � Initial Receipt � Receipt of Used Parachute � After-Use Receipt INITIAL SETUP: Materials/Parts Tape Lacing and Tying (Item 35, WP 0053 00) Tools Needle, Tacking (Item 20, WP 0039 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 T-10C/T-10D Troop Back Parachute, on the unit and direct support maintenance levels, in accordance with the Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC) for the equipment. It includes the following: 1. Procedures for processing a new or used parachute assembly upon receipt. 2. Assembly of components prior to packing. 3. Preventive maintenance procedures to ensure continued serviceability of all components. 4. As required inspections and maintenance procedures performed prior to packing, such as shakeout and airing, and cleaning and drying, and acidity and salt-water contamination tests. 5. Detailed packing procedure. 6. Repair methods and repair, or replacement, procedures for all components of the parachute assembly. 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 office. However, the maintenance officer will ensure the entire unpacking effort is conducted under the direct supervision of a qualified rigger (MOS 92R).