SPECIAL INFORMATION. - TM-5-3610-254-24P0012

TM 5-3610-254-24P C01

b. PART NUMBER INDEX. Part numbers in this index are listed by part number in ascending alphanumeric

sequence (i.e., vertical arrangement of letter and number combination which places the first letter or digit of each group

in order A through Z, followed by the numbers 0 through 9 and each following letter or digit in like order).

(1) FSCM column. The Federal Supply Code for Manufacturer (FSCM) is a 5-digit numeric code used to

identify the manufacturer, distributor, or Government agency, etc., that supplies the item.

(2)

PART NUMBER column. Indicates the primary number used by the manufacturer (individual, firm,

corporation, or Government activity), which controls the design and characteristics of the item by means of

its engineering drawings, specifications standards, and inspection requirements to identify an item or range

of items.

(3) STOCK NUMBER column. This column lists the NSN for the associated part number and manufacturer

identified in the PART NUMBER and FSCM columns to the left.

(4) FIG. column. This column lists the number of the figure where the item is identified/located in Sections II

(5) ITEM column. The item number is that number assigned to the item as it appears in the figure referenced in

adjacent figure number column.

5. SPECIAL INFORMATION.

a. USABLE ON CODE. The usable on code appears in the lower left corner of the Description column heading.

Usable on codes are shown as "UOC: ....."in the Description Column (justified left) on the first line applicable item

description/nomenclature. Uncoded items are applicable to all models.

b. ASSOCIATED PUBLICATIONS. The publication listed below pertains to Editorial and Photomechanical Shelter

and its components.

Publication

Short Title

TM 5-3610-254-14

Editorial and Photomechanical Shelter, Component of Printing Plant

6. HOW TO LOCATE REPAIR PARTS.

a. When National Stock Number or Part Number is NOT Known.

(1) First. Using the table of contents, determine the assembly group or subassembly group to which the item

belongs. This is necessary since figures are prepared for assembly groups and subassembly groups, and

listings are divided into the same groups.

(2) Second. Find the figure covering the assembly group or subassembly group to which the item belongs.

(3) Third. Identify the item on the figure and note the item number.

(4) Fourth. Refer to the Repair Parts List for the figure to find the part number for the item number noted on the

figure.

(5) Fifth. Refer to the Part Number Index to find the NSN, if assigned.