Explanation of INTERVAL column of PMCS chart

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c. Explanation of INTERVAL column of PMCS chart

BEFORE OPERATION Do your Before (B) PMCS to be sure the radio

set is ready to use.

DURING

Do your During (D) PMCS while you operate

your modem, to help spot small problems

before they become big problems.

Do your Monthly (M) PMCS to insure that the

MONTHLY

modem is functioning properly.

NOTE

ALL PMCS must be done as regularly scheduled and

also under the following conditions:

Before the modem is used on a mission.

When the modem is first installed.

When the modem is re-installed after being

removed for any reason.

You are operating the modem for the first time.

d. Explanation of EQUIPMENT IS NOT READY IF: column of PMCS

chart.

This column tells the condition under which the equipment car

not perform the assigned mission requirements.

e. Explanation of ITEM TO BE INSPECTED PROCEDURE column of

PMCS chart.

This column specifies the item to be inspected and

the procedures to perform the required checks and

services. Carefully follow these instructions. If tools

are needed, or the chart instructions tell you tools are

needed, get organizational maintenance to do the

necessary work.

NOTE

If any portion of your modem fails to operate, refer

to chapter 3 under troubleshooting for possible

problems. Report any malfunctions or failures on

the proper DA Form 2404 (page 2-10) or, refer to

DA Pam 738-750.

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