According to [8] an RCM analysis basically provides answers to the following questions
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What are the functions and associated performance standards of the equipment in its present operating context?
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In what ways can it fail to full fill its functions?
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What is the cause of each functional failure?
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What happens when each failure occurs?
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In what way does each failure matter?
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What can be done to prevent each failure?
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What should be done if a suitable preventive task cannot be found?