MIL-DTL-24784/4C(NAVY)
2.2.2 Other Government documents, drawings, and publications. The following other Government documents,
drawings, and publications form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified,
the issues of these documents are those cited in the solicitation or contract.
DEFENSE LOGISTICS INFORMATION SERVICE CATALOGING HANDBOOKS
H4/H8
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Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Codes
(Copies of this document are available from the Defense Logistics Information Service, Battle Creek Customer
Contact Center, 74 Washington Ave. N, Battle Creek, MI 49017-3084 or online at www.dlis.dla.mil/hseries.asp.)
2.3 Order of precedence. In the event of a conflict between the text of this document and the references cited
herein, (except for related specification sheets), the text of this document takes precedence. Nothing in this
document, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained.
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Development. A copy of the existing COTS manual shall be required as specified by the acquiring activity
for review [see Manuals Evaluation (Appendix A) and Acceptability Certification (Appendix B)] to determine
whether or not the manual proves acceptable or non-acceptable (see 6.2). An acceptable commercial manual shall
contain the data listed in the following subparagraphs, arranged in a sequence that provides continuity. If a manual
covers different models, series, or configurations of the equipment, the differences shall be clarified by the use of
different data sheets, errata sheets, change sheets, or be included in the text or table(s) in the manual. The manual
shall precisely reflect the hardware configuration of the equipment or system acquired by the Government. The
amount of data required shall be determined by the complexity or simplicity of the equipment and the usage
philosophy of the Government for a particular item of equipment. Usage philosophy includes installation plans,
maintenance concept, operational environment, and spare support approach. The manual shall consist of all data
required for operation and maintenance of the equipment or system as determined by the Government.
3.1.1 Style and format. The existing COTS manual shall meet the following requirements:
3.1.1.1 Comprehensibility and readability. The text and text-graphics combination of the manual shall be at the
level of understanding of the intended user. The reading grade level shall be that of the intended user.
3.1.1.2 Arrangement. The overall arrangement of content, even though vendor unique, shall be organized in a
manner sufficient to provide continuity of descriptions, processes, and procedures.
3.1.1.3 Legibility. The entire publication shall be clear and easily read on paper or on a display device. Text
shall be no smaller than 8-point (1 point = 1/72 inch). Parts lists shall be no smaller than 6-point. Lettering on
diagrams shall be no smaller than 6-point.
3.1.1.4 Size. Manuals size shall be no smaller than 4 by 5½ inches and no larger than 17 by 11 inches.
3.1.1.5 Safety. The manual shall include safety information that is consistent with the safety standards
established by Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) standards (see MIL-DTL-24784).
3.1.1.6 Dangers, warnings, cautions, notes. The manual shall contain dangers, warnings, cautions, and notes
similar to those specified in MIL-DTL-24784.
3.1.1.7 Federal environmental protection standards. Information concerning the use, transportation, handling,
storage, or disposal of fuel, toxic or hazardous substances, chemicals, ordnance, and munitions shall be clearly stated
and shall be consistent with Federal Environmental Protection Standards.
3.1.1.8 Illustrations. The manual shall contain illustrations similar to those specified in MIL-DTL-24784 to
support the text. The illustrations shall be integrated with the text or their location shall be referenced in the text.
3.1.1.9 Maintenance. The manual shall reflect the maintenance philosophy of the hardware as established by
the manufacturer, and the maintenance philosophy shall be such that it can be applied by the intended Government
user.
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