MIL-DTL-81927C(AS)
(2) Alternatively, a tolerance window may be used to indicate a range and the preferred
value. A measurement or adjustment factor (rising, drooping, flat, etc.) may be
added if appropriate (example, [2.5 2.6 3.5] rising).
h. Weights and measures. Weights and measures shall be in U.S. standard units and speed,
distance, and meter readings as indicated on the equipment. Conversion to U.S.
standards shall follow in parentheses if the equipment is designed and manufactured to
the metric system. Metric values are not required unless the equipment is designed and
manufactured to the metric system.
i. Temperature readings. Temperature readings shall be given as indicated on the
equipment. General temperature readings should be given in degrees Fahrenheit with
Celsius in parentheses.
j. Verb list. NAVAIR 00-25-700 lists preferred verbs commonly used in technical manuals
to promote clear understanding of the intent of a command or descriptive sentence. Each
verb listed is defined in terms of one or more meanings associated with operation and
maintenance of the end item and components. A simple sentence is included for each
usage. Where necessary, notes are included.
k. Writing guides. Detailed information on the above writing styles is contained in
NAVAIR 00-25-700.
l. Capitalization and punctuation. Detailed information on capitalization and punctuation is
contained in the U.S. Government Printing Office Style Manual, Library of Congress
publication Z 253.U58
m. Removal and installation procedures. Removal and installation procedures shall be
complete. Instructions such as "Reverse removal procedure," shall not be used. If a
removal or installation procedure is obvious, the primary step shall be given as a
command but the details shall not be required; for example: "remove attaching bolts," is
sufficient when the method of removal will be obvious to the technician.
n. Simple tasks. A simple task should not be illustrated or described in detail if a brief
statement would suffice. A simple task that is almost self explanatory but requires an
illustration for clarification should not be detailed. The primary step should be stated
with reference to the illustration. Minimum information should be presented to ensure
the step is clear and sufficient for its purpose.
3.4.2 Abbreviations. The use of abbreviations or acronyms not listed in OPNAVINST
4790.2 shall be held to a minimum, and each shall be defined the first time it appears in each
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