NAVAIR 17-15-50.4, JOINT OIL ANALYSIS PROGRAM MANUAL (VOLUME IV): LABORATORY ANALYTICAL METHODOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT CRITERIA (NON-AERONAUTICAL) (01-SEP-2011) [(ARMY) TM 38-301-4 (AIR FORCE) T.O. 33-1-37-4 (COAST GUARD) CGTO 33-1-37-4]

NAVAIR 17-15-50.4, JOINT OIL ANALYSIS PROGRAM MANUAL (VOLUME IV): LABORATORY ANALYTICAL METHODOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT CRITERIA (NON-AERONAUTICAL) (01-SEP-2011) [(ARMY) TM 38-301-4 (AIR FORCE) T.O. 33-1-37-4 (COAST GUARD) CGTO 33-1-37-4]., Volume IV presents the methodology for evaluating analyses of samples from non-aeronautical equipment. The methodology enables an evaluator to identify wear-metals present in the sample and their probable sources, to judge equipment condition, and to make recommendations, which influence maintenance and operational decisions. Following these recommendations can enhance safety and equipment reliability and contribute to more effective and economic maintenance practices. Test procedures are contained in Volume II. he provisions of this manual apply to all activities of the Departments of the Army, Navy, and the Air Force participating in the Joint Analysis Program (JOAP) and analyzing nonaeronautical samples. They also apply to the laboratories operating under contract or mutual assistance agreements therewith. Detailed procedures for manual changes are contained in Volume I. Detailed procedures for manual changes are contained in Volume I.