MIL-DTL-13714F
3.6 Painting, marking and data plates.
3.6.1 Painting. The exterior and interior of trailer and component assemblies and parts
which require painting shall be prepared and painted in accordance with the manufacturer's
standard practice (see 4.5.2). The exterior color shall be in accordance with FED-STD-595 for
the appropriate military service as specified by the procuring activity (see 6.2).
3.6.2 Rustproofing. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2), the vehicle shall be rustproofed
in accordance with best commercial practices. If tropical rustproofing is required, it shall be as
specified in the contract (see 4.5.2 and 6.2).
3.6.3 Identification marking. Identification and marking (see 6.2), shall be permanent and
legible. Marking shall be applied to a nameplate attached to the trailer by screws, bolts, or rivets
in a conspicuous protected location. The nameplate shall be made of a material suitable to
withstand environmental conditions expected with the trailer. The trailer nameplate shall include,
as a minimum, the following information:
a.
Size (or weight).
b.
National stock number (NSN).
c.
Military part number.
d.
Manufacturer's serial number.
e.
Manufacturer's name or identification code (CAGE).
f.
Contractor or order number.
g.
Date of manufacture.
3.7 Servicing and adjustment. Prior to acceptance of trailers by the Government, the
contractor shall adjust and service each trailer for immediate operational use, including the
following (see 6.2): adjust brake system, check electrical system, inflate all tires, balance all
wheels and tires, and completely lubricate trailer and all running gear with grades of lubricants
specified for climatic conditions for the area to which the trailer is to be shipped (see 4.5.2).
3.8 Workmanship. Workmanship shall be of such quality as to assure that the trailer and
its components are free of defects that compromise, limit or reduce the capability of the trailer in
the performance of its intended use. In addition, to general appearance, the defects listed in
table IV shall be considered to be cause for failure (see 4.5.2).
4. VERIFICATION
4.1 Classification of inspection. The inspection requirements specified herein are
classified as follows:
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