Take off the pressure.

In most engineer units, MICLICs spend much of the year sitting. If they're sitting and ignored by you, the MICLICS are not going to be ready to clear any mines when it comes time for action. Use this PM when your MICLICs are going to sit a spell:

Take off the pressure--If you leave the system pump pumped up, the pressure wears out the pump and it leaks. The pump must be replaced. When you're through operating, hit the release valve and raise and lower the launcher rail until the pressure gauge reads 0.

Lube it--A MICLIC that sits without lubrication is a MICLIC that is going to rust up. So pay attention to the lube chart on Page 3-1 in TM 9-1375-215-13&P and lube where and when it tells you to. Pay special attention to the two launcher rail supports. They need coatings of OHT. Weekly, raise and lower the launcher rail to make sure it still moves smoothly. Relube the supports if it doesn't.

Keep it covered--A MICLIC that sits uncovered in the rain can have all its lubricants washed away. Water can also get in the pump and ruin it. A cover from a 1 1/2-ton trailer works well, or you can have your canvas shop make a cover.

Store cables--There is no point leaving the cables out in the cold, heat, sun, and rain if the MICLIC isn't going to be used for weeks. That only shortens the life of cables that in some cases are worth big bucks. Remove the cables and store them inside or in the storage box. When cables are on the MICLIC, keep them hooked up or capped. That seals out water and dirt that will corrode pins and plug holes. If you're missing caps, cover the connectors with plastic bags and secure the bags with ties.