MIL-DTL-81218C(AS)
intermediate level and depot level are major, the depot level procedures shall be covered in
separate WPs.
3.4.3 Special processes. Text shall include special processes or procedures required under
extreme temperature and humidity conditions within the limits established by the design
specification for the equipment covered. Text shall also include direction of rotation (CW/CCW)
for torquing/turning with or without a torque adapter (multiplier). Left-hand thread bolts shall be
noted for each usage When applicable, provisions shall be included for the recoverability of
precious metals.
3.4.4 Illustrations and diagrams. Illustrations shall be prepared in accordance with
MIL-DTL-81927 (see 3.1.4). Complex systems shall be illustrated schematically or by block
diagrams to the extent necessary for the technician to understand their operation. Cutaway
illustrations shall not be prepared unless essential for illustrating the type of function described.
Points of adjustment, including measurements, required tolerances, and methods for obtaining
measurements, shall appear on illustrations of critical functioning systems requiring adjustment or
rigging. Unusual operations such as those used in checking fit, shimming, clearances, and
gearlash shall be illustrated when required for clarity.
3.4.4.1 Procedural illustrations. Procedural illustrations supplement the text by clarifying
procedures which are complex, of a special nature, or are not obvious. These illustrations shall be
included as necessary.
3.4.4.2 Exploded views. Exploded views shall be used if required to illustrate disassembly
and assembly instructions. If exploded views are prepared, index numbers and a nomenclature list
or legend keyed to the index numbers shall be included to identify each part. If the engine cannot
be adequately illustrated by a single exploded view, separate subassembly exploded views may be
included in sequence. In certain instances, exploded views prepared for the IPB can be used with
minor modification. Index numbers shall be reassigned to coincide with the procedural text.
3.4.5 Support equipment required lists. The support equipment required lists shall be
prepared in accordance with MIL-DTL-81927 (see 3.1.4).
3.4.6 Materials required lists. The materials requirements lists shall be prepared in
accordance with MIL-DTL-81927 (see 3.1.4).
3.5 Technical content - detailed.
3.5.1 Alphabetical index. In addition to the requirements of MIL-DTL-81927 (see 3.1.4),
the alphabetical index for intermediate maintenance manuals shall include identification of tasks
applicable to each degree of intermediate maintenance. A subheading "Maintenance Allocation"
and three columns identified "1st", "2nd", and "3rd" for each degree of intermediate maintenance
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