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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
7.62MM M24 SNIPER WEAPON SYSTEM (SWS) (NSN 1005-01-240-2136) (EIC: 4WV)
DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT CDISTRIBUTION – Distribution authorized to U.S. Government Agencies and theircontractors. This publication is required for administration and operational purposes, asdetermined 2 February 1987. Other requests for this document will be referred to ATTN:
AMSTA-LC-CIP-WT, TACOM-Rock Island, 1 Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL
61299-7630 .DESTRUCTION NOTICE – For unclassified, limited documents, destroy by any methodthat will prevent disclosure of contents or reconstruction of the document.
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WARNINGS
Always handle this rifle as if it were loaded and ready to fire.Keep it pointed in a safe direction, down range or towards the
impact area.
Keep the safety ON (to the rear in the “S” position) until you are readyto fire.
Always look into chamber before cleaning weapon to visuallydetermine it is unloaded.
Check bore and chamber for obstruction before loading andattempting to fire.
Be sure you have the proper ammunition for the rifle (7.62mm, .308Win., M118 Special Ball).
A hazardous condition may occur if parts or components areinterchanged between rifles. Some interchanging may effectzeroing and/or accuracy of the weapon.
Hearing damage may occur unless proper hearing protection isworn when firing the system.
Always observe the warnings in this manual, as they can save yourlife!
PIN: 066024-008
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Washington, D.C., 13 June 2003 OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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JOEL B. HUDSONA d m i n i s t r a t i v e A s s i s t a n t t o t h e
Secretary o f the Army 05188
DENNIS J. REMIERG e n e r a l , U n i t e d S t a t e s A r m y
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL7.62mm, M24 SNIPER WEAPON SYSTEM (SWS)
DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT C: Distribution authorized to U.S. Government Agencies and their contractors. Thispublication is required for administration and operational purposes, as determined 2 February 1987. Other requests forthis document will be referred to Director, U S. Army Armament and Chemical Acquisition and Logistics Activity, ATTN:AMSTA-AC-NML, Rock Island, IL 61299-7630.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL7.62MM M24 SNIPER WEAPON SYSTEM (SWS)
(NSN 1005-01-240-2136) (EIC: 4WV)
DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT C - Distribution authorized to U.S. Government Agenciesand their contractors. This publication is required for administration and operationalpurposes, as determined 2 February 1987. Other requests for this document will bereferred to ATTN: AMSTA-LC-CIP-WT, TACOM-Rock Island, 1 Rock Island Arsenal,Rock Island, IL 61299-7630.
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REPORTING ERRORS AND RECOMMENDING IMPROVEMENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGE
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTIONSection I General Information 1-1
II Equipment Description 1-4
CHAPTER 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSSection I Description 2-1
II Service Upon Receipt of Materiel 2-2 III Operations and Characteristics 2-3 IV Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) 2-11 V Operation Under Usual Conditions 2-19 VI Operation Under Unusual Conditions 2-34 VII Emergency Procedures 2-36
CHAPTER 3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSSection I Lubrication Instructions 3-1
II Troubleshooting Procedures 3-2 III Maintenance Procedures 3-5 IV Turn-In Procedures for Contractor Repair of M24 SWS 3-15
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PAGE
CHAPTER 4 AMMUNITION 4-1
APPENDIX A REFERENCES A-1
APPENDIX B DESCRIPTION OF TOOL USAGE B-1
APPENDIX C SNIPER WEAPON SYSTEM PARTS LIST C-1
APPENDIX D EXPENDABLE/DURABLE SUPPLIES & MATERIAL LIST D-1
APPENDIX E FABRICATED ITEM E-1
APPENDIX F CORROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (CPC) F-1
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Figure 1-1
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INTRODUCTION
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1-1. S C O P E
This manual contains instruct ions for the operat ion and maintenance of the M24 Sniper WeaponS y s t e m .
This manual is published for the purpose of ident ifying an authorized commercial manual for the
use of the personnel to whom this equipment is issued.
All maintenance for the M24 Sniper Weapon System (SWS) is operator level . Any deficiencies
that occur which the operator cannot correct wil l require the weapon and day optic sight be turned
in to the proper maintenance/supply channel for return to the contractor. (See Chapter 3 , Sect ion
IV, Turn-In Procedures for Contractor Repair of M24 SWS.)
1-2 . M A I N T E N A N C E F O R M S A N D R E C O R D S
Department of the Army forms and procedures used for equipment maintenance wil l be those
p r e s c r i be d by DA PAM 7 38 - 750 , The Ar m y M a i n t e na nc e M a n a g e m e n t Sys t e m ( TAM M S) .
1-3. R E P O R T I NG E Q U IP M E NT I M P RO V E M E NT R E C OM M E ND AT I O NS ( E I Rs )
l f your Sniper Weapon System needs improvement , let us know. Send us an EIR. You, the user,
are the only one who can tel l us what you don't l ike about your equipment . Let us know why you
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Report) . Mai l i t to us a t Commander, U.S. Army Armament , Munit ions and Chemical Command
ATTN: AMSMC-QAG, Rock Is land, IL 61299-6000. We wil l send you a reply.
1-4. N O M E N C L AT U R E C R O S S R E F E R E N C E L I S T
The nomenclatures are to be considered interchangeable wherever used throughout the manual.
Common O f f i c i a l
Day Optic Sight Scope
Day Optic Sight Dust Cover, Front Dus t Cover, Front
Day Optic Sight Dust Cover, Rear Dust Cover, Rear
Soft Rifle Carrying Case Case, Carrying, Weapon
1-5. DESTRUCTION OF MATERIEL TO PREVENT ENEMY USE.
Only your commanding officer can give the order to destroy material to prevent enemy use. Referto TM 750-244-7.
1-6. N U C L E A R , B I O L O G I C A L A N D C H E M I C A L ( N B C ) D E C O N T A M I N A T I O N
General procedures can be found in FM 3-87 and FM 3-5.
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1-7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Ammunition - 7.62mm, 308 Win., M118 Special BallBarrel rifling - 5 radial with 1 turn in 11.2 inches
Muzzle velocity - Approx. 2,600 feet per second
Maximum effective range - 800 meters
Overall length (butt to muzzle) - 43 inches
Magazine capacity - 5 rounds in 7.62mm
Rifle weight with sling - 12.1 Ibs. nominal
Day optic sight magnification - 10 power with adjustable focus
Day optic sight weight with rings - 1.75 Ibs. nominalDay optic sight with case (including metallic (iron) sights):
Weight - 4.5 Ibs.
Dimensions - 18" x 7" x 4 3/4"
Combat weight (rifle with sling, day optic sight, and full magazine) -14.25 Ibs.
Deployment ki t wi th case :
Weight - 3.5 Ibs.
Dimens ions - 51" x 7" x 3 1/4"
Sniper Weapon System:Total Weight - 64 Ibs.
Dimensions - 51" x 18" x 13 3/4"
Bipod (optional) weight - .7 Ibs. nominal
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(a) MAJOR ASSEMBLIES
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION I. DESCRIPTION
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2-1. DESCRIPTION :
The M24 Sniper Weapon System rifle is a 7.62mm bolt action 6-shot repeating rifle.
2-2. THE SYSTEM . The system consists of the rifle, day optic sight, metallic (iron) sights, bipod
(optional), deployment kit, cleaning kit (rifle and optic), soft rifle carrying case, optic case, system case,
and opera tors manual .
2-3. O P E R AT I N G F L E X I B I L I T I E S - This is a bol t ac t ion 6-shot repeat ing r i f le . The day
opt ic s ight can be removed and replaced eas i ly, and with less than 1/2 minute of Angle (MOA)
change in zero . However i t i s recommended tha t the day opt ic s ight be le f t on the r i f le . Meta l-
l ic ( i ron) s ights a re provided for a back-up s ight ing sys tem and can be quickly ins ta l led . The
stock has an adjustable butt plate to accommodate length of pull.
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e. Adjust stock as per instructions (see para 2-12).
f. Attach day optic sight to rifle and perform safety/function checks (see para 2-13 and 3-7).
9. Check zero of rifle with day optic sight (see para 2-22) .
h. Clean weapon (see para 3-5 )
i. Weapon is ready for service.
j. I f any defic iencies a re found, Army users submit an SF 368 (Qual i ty Defic iency Report)t o : C o m m a n d e r , U . S . A r m y A r m a m e n t , M u n i t i o n s a n d C h e m i c a l C o m m a n d , A T T N :
AMSMC-QAG, Rock Is land IL. 61299-6000.
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2 - 5 T H E S A F E T Y
a. The safety is located on the right rear side of the receiver and provides protection against
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b. To engage the safety, put the safety in
the “S” position (see Figure 2-1 ).
c. A lw ay s p ut th e s af et y i n t he “S ” P os i-
t i o n b e f o r e h a n d l i n g , l o a d i n g , o r u n l o a d i n g
the rifle.
d . W h en Yo u a r e r ead y t o f i r e t h e r i f l e an d
the sights are on target, put the safety in the
“F” position (se e Figure 2-2 ).
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a. Place weapon on safe (“S”).
W A R N I N G
If weapon does not go on safe (“S”) perform the following steps with extra
c a u t i o n .
b . L if t bol t ha nd le fu lly and pul l to the rea r; (Plac e wea pon on s afe i f unab le to in Step a. )
c. Inspect chamber for round.
d. Inspect magazine for a round. (lf a round is in the magazine, then press floorplate latch
and drop round out of magazine see figure 2-3).
e.
2 - 8
a.
b.
Close floorplate, weapon is clear.
T O R E M O V E B O LT A S S E M B LY
Perform the clearing procedures.
Push the bolt stop release up (see Figure2-3) .
c . A s y ou pu sh th e b ol t st op r el ea se , s li de
the bolt assembly from the rifle. 2 - 5
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b .
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T O I N S TA L L T H E B O LT A S S E M B LY
Point the rifle in a safe direction.
P u t t h e s a f e t y i n t h e “ S ” p o s i t i o n .
N O T E
Bolt must be cocked to be reinstalled.
See instructions para 3-6.
c . A lign the lugs on the bol t a ss embly w ith
the receiver (see Figure 2-4).
d . Slide the bolt assembly into the receiver
and push all the way in.
a. To lock the bolt assembly Into position, push the bolt handle down so that locking lugs on
the bolt are locked into the receiver.
2 - 1 0 T H E T R I G G E R A S S E M B LY
a. Pull ing the t r igger f i res the r i fle when the safe ty is in the “F” pos it ion.
b . The trigger is adjusted at the factory for a 2.5 Ibs. nominal trigger pull force.
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Figure 2-5
c. T he o per at or m ay i nc re ase t he t ri gg er
pull force up to a maximum force of 8 Ibs.
w i t h t h e 1 / 1 6 " K e y, S o c k e t H e a d S c r e w
p r o v i d e d i n t h e d e p l o y m e n t k i t . T o i n -
crease the t r igger pu l l , tu rn the ad just ingscrew clockwise (se e F igure 2 - 5) . Turn ing
t h e a d j u s t i n g s c r e w c o u n t e r c l o c k w i s e w i l l
decrease the t r igger pu l l to a min imum of
2 Ibs.
W A R N I N G
Never remove the t r igger mechan ism, o r make ad justments to the t r iggerassembly, excep t the t r igger pu l l fo rce ad justment descr ibed above.
2 - 1 1 T H E B A R R E L
a. T O ch eck
( 1 )(2)
(3)
the inside of the barrel:
Perform the clearing procedures (see para 2-7).Remove the bolt assembly (instructions on para 2- 8) .
Look through the inside of the barrel from the chamber and to the muzzle.
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b. To r e m ove a n ob j e c t f r om i n s i de t h e b a r r e l : ( d i r t , r e s i d u e f r o m c l e a n i ng pa t c h , e t c . )
(1 ) Use the cleaning rod.
( 2 ) Pus h t he c l e a n i ng r o d f r om t h e c ha m b e r e n d a l l t h e wa y t h r ough t he ba r r e l
unt i l the rod comes out the muzzle.( 3 ) Clean the barrel (fol lowing instruct ions para 3-5 ).
2 - 1 2 S T O C K A D J U S T M E N T
a. Th ic k wh ee l i s fo r a dju st i ng sh ou ld er
s tock. T h i n w h e e l i s f o r l o c k i n g s h o u l d e r
stock (se e Figure 2-6 ).
b. Tu r n t h i c k whe e l c l o c k wi s e t o l e n g t h -
en stock.
c. T u r n t h i c k w h e e l c o u n t e r c l o c k w i s e
to shorten stock.
d. To lock posi t ion of shoulder stock, turn thin wheel clockwise against thick wheel .
e . To un l oc k pos i t i on o f s ho u l d e r s t oc k , t u r n t h i n wh e e l c o un t e r c l o c kwi s e a wa y f r om t h i c k
w h e e l .
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WARNING
Be sure the mounting base is fastened securely to the rifle. Loose mount-
ing may cause the day optic sight and base mount assembly to come offthe rifle when firing, possibly injuring the shooter.
a. B ef or e mo un ti ng th e d ay op ti c si gh t, l ub ri ca te t he t hr ea ds of ea ch mo un ti ng nu t.
b. Insure smooth movement of each mounting nut and mount claw.
c. Inspect for burrs and fore ign mat ter be tween each mount ing r ing nut and mount c law.Burrs or foreign matter must be removed prior to mounting.
d . M ou nt th e d ay op ti c si gh t a nd ri ng s t o t he ba se (s ee Fi gu re s 2 -7 an d 2 -8 ).
N O T E
There are two (2) se ts of mount ing s lots . Se lec t the se t of s lo ts which
provide the proper eye re l ie f , Once a set of slots is chosen, the same set
should always be used in order for the system to retain zero.
Ensure mounting surface of base is free of dirt, oil or grease.
e. Set each ring bolt spline in the selected slot (see Figure 2-7).
f. Slide the rear mount claw against the base. Finger tighten the mounting ring nut.
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Figure 2-8
h.
C A U T I O N
Steps h . and i , shou ld be performedo n l y w h e n t h e d a y o p t i c s i g h t i sa t t ach ed / r ea t t ach ed o v er an ex t en d edp e r i o d ( m o r e t h a n 5 0 c y c l e s ) a n dr e z e r o i n g o f t h e s y s t e m c a n n o tb e a c c o m p l i s h e d t h r o u g h l i v e f i r -i n g .Ot h e rwi se u se t h e T-h an d l e t o r -q u e w r e n c h a s d e s c r i b e d i n s t e p s
j. th ro ug h l.
U t i l i z i n g t h e 1 / 2 ” c o m b i n a t i o n w r e n c h ,t i g h t e n t h e r e a r m o u n t i n g r i n g n u t 1 / 4 t u r n(i. e. rotate 90 degrees).
i. U t i l i z i n g t h e 1 / 2 ” c o m b i n a t i o n w r e n c h ,t i g h t e n t h e f r o n t m o u n t i n g r i n g n u t 1 / 4 t u r n(i. e. rotate 90 degrees).
C A U T I O NBe sure that T-handle torque wrench,has been certified/calibrated in accor-dance wi th TB 43-0196 .
j. U s i n g t h e T - h a n d l e t o r q u e w r e n c h .wh i ch i s p r ese t t o 6 5 i n . l b . , t i g h t en t h e r ea r
mount ing r ing nu t .
k. U s i n g t h e T - h a n d l e t o r q u e w r e n c h ,t i g h t en t h e f ro n t mo u n t i n g r i n g .
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l. Af t e r i n i t i a l 1 0 r o unds h a v e be e n f i r e d , r e t o r qu e t he r e a r t he n t he f r on t m oun t i ng r i ngnut .
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a. U ti li zi ng th e 1 /2 ” c om bi na ti on wr e nc h, lo os e n t h e f r on t m ou nt in g r in g n ut (r o ta te co u n-t e r c l oc kwi s e ) .
b. U ti li zi ng t he 1 /2 ” co mb in at io n wr e nc h, Io o se n th e re a r m ou nt in g ri ng n ut (r o ta te co u n-t e r c l oc kwi s e ) .
c. Rotate the day optic sight towards nuts.
d. Remove day optic sight.
S E CT ION IV. P RE VE NT IVE M AINT E NANCE CHE CKS AND S E RVICE S (P M CS )
2 - 1 5 G E N E R A L
W A R N I N G
Be f o r e s t a r t i ng a n i n s pe c t i o n p r oc e d u r e c l e a r t he we a pon . I n s pe c t t hechamber and magazine to ensure that they are empty. Do not keep l ivea m m u n i t i o n n e a r w o r k / m a i n t e n a n c e .
If Your Equipment Fails to Operate. Re f e r t o t r o u b l e s hoo t i ng i n Cha p t e r 3 . Re po r t a ny de f i -ciencies using the proper forms (sea DA PAM 738-750).
2 - 1 6 P MCS PROCEDURES
The PMCS l ists those required checks and services to be performed by personnel who operated theM24 Sniper Weapon System before and after use.
a. Before Operation. Perform your before (B) PMCS. This is a brief service to ensure theM24 SWS is ready for operat ion.
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Appendix C
c. Af te r Ope ra t ion . Perform your af te r (A) PMCS. This service should correc t , where pos-
sible, all operational deficiencies so the M24 SWS will be ready to operate when needed.
d. Not Ready/Available If Column. The PMCS table also lists those deficiencies which make
the M24 SWS not ready/avai lable . If these deficiencies are not correctable such deficiencies will
require tha t the comple te weapon sys tem be turned in to the proper maintenance/supply channel
for return to the contractor. (see Chapter 3, Section IV, Preparation For Shipment).
P R E V E N T I V E M A I N T E N A N C E C H E C K S A N D S E RV I C E S ( P M C S ) TA B L E
B=Before Operation D= During Operation A=After Operation
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para 3-5
para 3-6
P R E V E N T I V E M A I N T E N A N C E C H E C K S A N D S E RV I C E S ( P M C S ) TA B L E
B=Before Operation D= During Operation A= After Operation
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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS) TABLE
B=Before Operation D=During Operation A=After Operation
ItemNo.
5
6
2-14
7
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED Equipment is NOTProcedure READY/AVAILABLE IF:
BOLT OPERATION. Grasp bolt handle, lift upward and slidebolt to the rear. Operation should be smooth.
If operation is not smooth.
MAGAZINE FLOORPLATE. Push the floorplate latch to re-lease the floorplate. Open floorplate fully. Magazine springand follower should release from the magazine (See para 2-18).
If magazine spring and follower do not release.
DAY OPTIC SIGHT SYSTEM. Sight through the day opticsight; inspect for visual obstruction of target image, dust, dirt,pits or moisture on optical surfaces, loose or broken opticalelements.
These conditions are present and cannot be corrected throughcleaning procedures.
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para 2-13
para 3-5
para 3-7.
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B=Before Operation D=Du ri ng Op era t i o n A=After Operat i o n
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INTERVALITEM Equipment is notNO. B D A Item to be inspected procedure ready/available if:
10 • • Flash Bast Suppessora. Check for damaged o missing pads.
• • b. Assure tat the suppressor haspositive retention and lock ringremains (hand) tight.
Suppressor does not maintain positive retention.
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Figure 2-9
Figure 2-10
2 - 1 7 I N S P E C T I O N
N O T E
This r i f le should be inspected before
a n d a f t e r f i r i n g b y t h e o p e r a t o r .
a. Check to ensure the bore and chamber
are clean and free of dirt or other objects (see
para 2-11 and 3-5).
b. Check guard screws for proper torqueof 65 in . lbs . us ing T-handle torque wrench(see Figure 2-9).
c. Check day opt i c s i ght mount i ng nutsfor proper torque of 65 in . Ibs . (se a Figure
2-10) .
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Figure 2-12
Figure 2-11
A N D M A G A Z I N E F O L L O W E R
a. Push the floorplate latch to release the
floorplate (see Figure 2-16) .
b. Op en t h e f l o o rp l a t e fu l l y.
c. Insert cleaning rod slotted tip between
sp r i n g l ea f a t t ach ed t o f l o o rp l a t e . L i f t a n d
p u l l mag az i n e sp r i n g an d fo l l o wer a s semb l y
t o ward r ea r o f f l o o rp l a t e ( see F i g u re 2 -11 ) .
d. Se pa ra te m aga zi ne sp ri ng f rom mag a-zine fo l lower.
2 - 1 9 T O A S S E M B L E M A G A Z I N E S P R I N G
A N D M A G A Z I N E F O L L O W E R
a. C o m pr e s s ma g a z i n e sp r i n g t o d e t e r -
mine longest magazine spring leg (see Figure
2-12 ).
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Figure 2-14
Figure 2-13
g g p g g
under tabs on magazine fo l lower and s l ide
forward un t i l l eg snaps in to posi t ion . Ensure
l e g i s s e a t e d u n d e r t h e m a g a z i n e f o l l o w e r
tabs (se e Figure 2-13 ).
c. Al ign shor t magazine spr ing leg wi th
tabs on f loorp late (see F igure 2 -14) . S l idemagazine spr ing and fo l lower assembly in to
f loorp late un t i l assembly snaps in to posi t ion .
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WARNING
WARNING
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a.
b.
c.
S E C TI O N V. O P E R AT I O N U ND E R U S U AL C O N D I TI O N S
T O L O A D T H E R I F L E
P o i n t t h e r i f l e
P u t t h e s a f e t y
i n a s a f e d i r e c t i o n .
in the "S" position.
Raise the bolt handle.
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i.
j .
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a.
b .
c.
d.
e.
c h a m b e r.
f . Remove the cartridge from the rifle.
9. P u t y o u r h a n d u n d e r t h e f l o o r p l a t e .
Before firing the rifle, put the safety in the "F" position.
T HE RIF L E IS RE ADY TO F IRE
Squeezing the trigger will fire the rifle.
T O U N L O A D T H E R I F L E
Point the muzzle in a safe direction.
Make sure the safety is in the "S" position.
Raise the bolt handle.
Put one hand over the top ejection port.
S l o wl y p u l l t h e b o l t h an d l e b ack wi t h y o u r o t h e r h an d t o r emo v e t h e ca r t r i d g e f ro m t h e
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Figure 2-17
Figure 2-16
h . P u s h t h e f l o o r p l a t e l a t c h t o r e l e a s e
the floorplate (see Figure 2-16 ).
T h e m a g a z i n e s p r i n g a n d f o l l o w e r w i l l b e
released from the magazine.
i. Remove the released cartridges.
i . P u s h i n t h e m a g a z i n e f o l l o w e r , t h e n
close the floorplate.
2 - 2 2 T H E D AY O P T I C S I G H T
a. F O C U S I N G T H E E Y E P I E C E
N O T E
F o c u s i n g t h e e y e p i e c e s h o u l d b e
d o n e a f t e r m o u n t i n g t h e d a y o p t i c
s ight .
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(1 ) Unscrew the eyepiece to back i t away from the lock r ing. (See Figure 2-17) . Do
NOT at tempt to loosen the lock r ing f i rs t ; i t wi l l automatica l ly be loose when Y O U b a c k
away the eyepiece (no tools are needed).
(2) Decide whether to screw out the eyepiece or to screw in the eyepiece . Make your
decis ion based upon this logic : I f you tend to hold th ings away from yourse lf in order to
see them clearer (or did before you wore glasses), perform Step 3 by unscrewing the eye-
piece, If you tend to hold things closer to your eyes in order to see them clearer (or did
before you wore glasses), perform Step 3 by screwing in the eyepiece. If it is determined
that the eyepiece must be turned in, be sure to turn the lock ring in prior to the eyepiece
being turned in.
(3) Turn the eyepiece several turns so as to move it at least one/eighth of an inch. It will
take this much change to achieve any measurable effect on the focus.
(4) Look through the day optic sight at the sky or a blank wall and check to see if the
reticle appears sharp and crisp.
(5) Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until focus is achieved. Then lock up the eyepiece by turning
the lock ring to the eyepiece.
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Figure 2-18
N O T E
Adjustment dials are located under adjustment dust covers.
The Key, Socket Head Screw to be used is 1/16".2 - 2 4
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(1) The elevation dials are calibrated for the ballistic trajectory of a specific bullet with aspecific initial velocity, under standard conditions, at sea level.
(2) The dial marked "7.62" is for the 7.62mm, M118 Special Ball ammunition.
(3) To adjust the day optic sight, the following procedures should be used: Ignoring the rangemarkings on the dials, adjust the windage and elevation dials as needed to precisely zero the riflefor optimum performance on the target selected, (one click on the elevation dial represents 1 min-
ute of angle, one click on the windage dial represents 1/2 minute of angle). When the day opticsight is precisely zeroed with the weapon on this target, loosen the set screws holding the dials,and turn the elevation dial to locate the numeral corresponding to the target range over the indexline. Retighten the set screws. Turn the windage dial until "0" is under the index line. Retightenthe set screws.
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Once the rifle has been zeroed at a specific range and the elevation dial
set to this range, alI other range markings should be considered approx-
imate.
(4) The Mil Dot Reticle is a duplex style reticle having thick outer sections and thin center sec-
tions. Superimposed on the thin center section of the reticles is a series of dots, (4 each side of the
canter and 4 above and below the center that are spaced 1 mil apart, and 1 mil from both the
center and the start of the thick section of the reticle. This spacing allows the user to make very
accurate estimates of target range, assuming there is an object of known size (estimate) in the
fie ld of v iew. For example , a human targe t could be assumed to be about 6’ ta l l , which equals
1.83 meters, or at 500 maters, 3.65 dots high (nominally, about 3.5 dots high). Another example
would be a 1 meter ta rge t a t 1000 meters range would be the he ight be tween two dots or thewidth between two dots. Basically, given a good estimation of the objects size, it is possible to
accurately determine the target range using the mil dot system.
(5) Once the elevation dial is set to a selected range, other than that used to zero the weapon,
minor adjus tments may s t i l l be reqired to be prec ise ly on ta rge t . Range markings other than
that used to zero the weapon are approximate and should be used only as a guide.
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Figure 2-19
Figure 2-20
Figure 2-21
N O T E
The focus adjus tment is the dia l as v iewed
from the rear. (See Figure 2-19) . It has
l i m i t i n g s t o p s w i t h t h e t w o e x t r e m e
pos i t ions s y m b o l i z e d b y t h e i n f i n i t y
m a r k a n d t h e l a r g e s t d o t ( s e e F i g u r e
2-20). T h e p u r p o s e o f t h i s a d j u s t m e n t
i s t o k e e p t h e t a r g e t i n f o c u s . I f t h e
target is close, the dial will be set ata p o s i t i o n i n t h e r e g i o n o f t h e l a rg e s t
d o t ( a s r e f e r e n c e d b y t h e w h i t e l i n e o n
the index sleeve).
2 - 2 3 M E TA L L I C ( I R O N ) S I G H T S
a. H O W T O I N S T A L L M E T A L L I C
( I R O N ) S I G H T S
(1) A l i g n t h e f r o n t s i g h t a n d f r o n t
sight base. (See Figure 2-21 ).
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( 2 ) S l i d e t h e f r o n t s i g h t o v e r t h e b a s e .(See Figure 2-22 ).
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Figure 2-22
Figure 2-23
C A U T I O N
B e f o r e s e c u r i n g f r o n t s i g h t , e n s u r e
f r o n t s i g h t s c r e w i s e n g a g e d i n t h ec u t o u t p o r t i o n o f t h e s i g h t b a s e .
( 3 ) T i g h t e n t h e s c r e w s l o w l y t o e n s u r e t h a t
the screw seats into the cut out portion of thesight base. (see Figure 2-21).
( 4 ) R e m o v e o n e o r t h e t h r e e s e t s c r e w s
from the rear s ight base loca ted on the le f t
rear of the receiver. (se e Figure 2-23 ).
N O T E
Opera tor des i red eye re l ie f wi l l de ter-mine which se t screw wil l be removed.
( 5 ) A l i g n t h e r e a r s i g h t w i t h t h e r e a r s i g h t
base , taking care to use the hole which wil lprovide the opera tor des i red eye re l ie f . (see
Figure 2-23 ).
(6) Tighten the screw to secure the rearslight to the base.
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( 1 ) A d j u s t m e n t s a r e 1 / 4 M O A ( M i n u t e o f A n g l e ) . One MOA equals approximate ly 1" a t 100
yards, 6" at 600 yards, etc. There are twelve 1/4 MOA equalling 3 MOA adjustment in each knob
r e v o l u t i o n . Tota l e levat ion adjus tment is 60 MOA (600" a t 1 ,000 yards) and to ta l windage ad-
ju st me nt is 36 MO A (3 60” at 1, 000 ya rd s) .
( 2 ) Tu r n i n g t h e e l e v a t i o n k n o b i n t h e d i r e c t i o n m a r k e d " U P " r a i s e s t h e P o i n t o f I m p a c t
(P. O. I.) end turning the windage knob in the direction marked "R" moves the P.O.I. to the right.
(3) Adjus tment sca les a re of the vernier type . Each graduat ion on the top sca le equal 3 MOA.
Each graduation on the opposing bottom scale equals 1 MOA.
(4) To use, note the point at which graduations on both the top and bottom scales are aligned.
(5 ) Count the number of fu l l 3 MOA graduat ions from "O" on the top sca le to "O" on the
bottom scale. Add this figure to the number of 1 MOA graduations from "O" on the bottom scale
to the point where the two graduations are aligned. Two examples are shown. (See Figure 2-24).
(6) After zeroing the s ight to the r i f le a t the preferred range , loosen the e levat ion and windage
indicator plate screws with the Key, Socket Head Screw provided. Align the "O" on the plate withthe "O" on the sight body. Retighten the plate screws. Now, loosen the spring tension screws and
the set screws in each knob and align the "O" of the knob with the reference line on the sight.
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Figure 2-24A A )).
Figure 2-24A B)) .
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Figure 2-24A
j u s t t o u c h e s t h e da yd . S c r e w t h e E M A t o t h e d a y o p t i c s i g h t u n t i l t h e l o c k r i n g ( 1 ) ,
s i g h t , l e a v i n g t h e w h i t e i n d i c a t o r m a r k ( 2 ) o n t h e E M A i n t h e ' u p ' p o s i t i o n
( F i g u r e 2 - 2 4 B ) . H o l d t h e E M A i n t h i s p o s i t i o n a n d h a n d t i g h t e n t h e l o c k r i n g a g a i n s t
t h e d a y s i g h t t o l o c k t h e E M A i n p l a c e . T h e w h i t e i n d i c a t o r m a r k m u s t a l w a y s b e i n
t h e ' t o p ' p o s i t i o n w h e n t h e E M A i s r e m o v e d a n d r e a t t a c h e d t o t h e d a y o p t i c s i g h t .
I n t h i s p o s i t i o n , t h e l a s e r f i l t e r i s t i l t e d d o w n w a r d d i r e c t i n g m o s t s u n l i g h t r e f l e c t i o n s
t o w a r d t h e g r o u n d , r e d u c i n g t h e p o s s i b i l i t y o f b e i n g d e t e c t e d w h e n v i e w i n g t a r g e t s i n
t h e g e n e r a l d i r e c t i o n o f t h e s u n .
C h a n g e 4 2-31.1
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Figure 2-24B
e . T h e E M A m a y o f f s e t t h e o r i g i n a l p o i n t o f i m p a c t b y a m a x i m u m o f o n e m i n u t e o f
a n g l e . F i r e t h e w e a p o n t o d e t e r m i n e a n y c h a n g e i n t h e o r i g i n a l p o i n t o f i m p a c t
c a u s e d b y t h e E M A . A p p r o x i m a t l e y o n e c l i c k i n e l e v a t i o n a n d / o r t w o c l i c k s i n
w i n d a g e a d j u s t m e n t m a y b e r e q u i r e d t o r e t u r n n e w p o i n t o f i m p a c t t o o r i g i n a l p o i n t
of a im.
f . R e c o r d t h e o f f s e t ( n u m b e r o f c l i c k s ) i n e l e v a t i o n a n d w i n d a g e n e c e s s a r y t o m o v e
t h e p o i n t o f a i m t o t h e o r i g i n a l p o i n t o f i m p a c t .
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To make this offset repeatable when the EMA is removed and reattached, the whiteindicator line on the EMA must always be placed and held in the ‘up’ or ‘top’ position
while the lock ring is tightened against the day sight.
CAUTION
Do not change the original zero position of the elevation and windage knobs byloosening the knob set screws (unless otherwise instructed), as this will cause
excessive wear on the elevation and windage shafts.
g. The eyepiece focus and parallax may require adjustment. Check the day sightfor eyepiece focus and parallax. Correct if required.
h. The weapon is now ready for use. All elevation and windage knob indicationmarks must be offset by the number of clicks determined in Step e, page 2-31.2, toobtain original weapon performance.
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a. After EMA has been removed, reverse the windage and elevation settingsrecorded in Step e, page 2-31.2, return the weapon to original zero. Check
eyepiece focus and parallax, if required.
b. Each time the EMA is attached, the offsetrecorded in Step f, page 2-31.2, will beidentical when the white indicator mark in the EMA is in the 'up' or 'top' position.
C A U T I O N
Use soft tissue paper to cover both ends of the EMA laser filter when removed fromthe optic to prevent damage.
N O T E
Remove the foam cutaway (3) from the day optic sight case to store theEMA laser filter when removed from the optic. The sunshade shall
be stored in the deployment kit case.
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Figure 2-24C
2-31.5C h a n g e 4
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I t ll ti f th fl h/bl t ff t th igi l i t f i t d i f t
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Installation of the flash/blast suppressor may offset the original point of impact upward a maximum of twominutes of angle.
Flash/blast suppressors are not interchangeable among weapons without determining the offset in originalpoint of impact.
9. Installation of the flash/blast suppressor may cause a vertical shift upward in the original point of impact up to twominutes of angle. Weapon zero must be verified at the intended ranges of operational engagement.
10. Record the offset (number of clicks) in elevation to move the point of aim to the actual point of impact at thevarious ranges.
CAUTION
Do not change the original zero position of the elevation knob by loosening the knob set screw; this willcause excessive wear on the elevation shaft.
11. The weapon is now ready for use. The elevation setting must be offset by the number of clicks determined in step10.
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FLASH /BLAST SUPPRESSOR STORAGE.
Store the flash/blast suppressor in the area indicated
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Store the flash/blast suppressor in the area indicated.
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(3)
(4)
Position bipod mounting base against stock and turn set screw clockwise finger tight.
U i i t t l ( l tt d d i 5/32” k k t h d i t
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(4)
(5)
b.
(1)
(2)(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
c.
Using appropriate tool (slotted screw driver, 5/32” key, socket head screw, coin, etc.turn set screw clockwise 1/4 turn.
Remove in reverse order.
NOTE
Set screw should always be kept tight, check occasionally.
BIPOD LEG ADJUSTMENT
Grasp bipod leg and pull downward away from barrel.
Turn friction lock counterclockwise (see figure 2-25). Grasp foot of bipod leg and pull out.Turn friction lock clockwise until tight.
Repeat for other bipod leg.
Retract legs by turning friction lock counterclockwise to loosen.
Push in on release. Leg will retract. (See Figure 2-25).
Fold leg up.
Repeat for other bipod leg.
BIPOD MAINTENANCEWipe steel parts occasionally with an oily rag. Do not use oil on leather pads on bipod base (SeeFigure 2-25) . 2-33
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S E C T I O N V I . O P E R AT I O N U N D E R U N U S U A L C O N D I T I O N S
C A U T I O N
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I f e x t e n s i ve c o r r o s i o n i s f ou n d a n d
c l e a n i ng d oe s no t s o l ve t h e p r ob l e m ,
t u r n t he c om pl e t e we a pon s y s t e m i nt o t h e p r o p e r m a i n t e n a n c e / s u p p l y
c ha n n e l t o r r e t u r n t o t he c on t r a c t o r.
(See Chapter 3 , Sect ion IV, Prepara-
t i on Fo r Sh i pm e n t ) .
N O T E
U n u s u a l c o n d i t i o n s a r e d e f i n e d a s
a ny c ond i t i on r e q u i r i ng s pe c i a l m a i n -
tenance of the r i f le.
P e r f o r m t h e m a i n t e n a n c e o u t l i n e d
f o r t h e c l i m a t e t h a t m o s t a p p l i e s
t o y o u r o p e r a t i o n a l a r e a . R e f e r
t o p a g e 3 - 1 f o r l ub r i c a t i on i n s t r u c -
t ions .
2 - 2 5 E X T R E M E C O L D
a. W h en o pe r a ti n g r i fl e In e xt r em e ly c ol d cl i ma t e s, cl e an a nd lu b r ic a te t he r if l e i n si d e a t
room temperature, i f possible.
2 - 3 4
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When opera t ing in c l imates where the tempera ture is be low -25 degrees
Fahrenhei t , the f i r ing pin assembly should be s t r ipped of a l l lubrica t ion.
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b . App ly a l ight c oa t of Lubri c an t Arc ti c We apon (LAW) to a l l funct ional par t s.
c. To prevent freezing, keep the rifle covered when moving from a warm to a cold area. This
will allow gradual cooling.
d. Always keep the rifle dry.
e. Keep ammunit ion dry; mois ture wil l cause malfunct ions . Do not lubrica te the ammunit ion.
f. Always keep snow out of the bore of the barre l . I f snow should ge t in to the bore , c lean
the bore before firing using a swab and cleaning rod.
2 - 2 6 H O T D R Y C L I M AT E S
Dust and sand can get into rifle and cause malfunctions and excessive wear on component contactsurfaces during firing. Keep the rifle covered when possible. Use CLP/LSA sparingly.
2 - 2 7 H E AV Y R A I N A N D F O R D I N G O P E R AT I O N S - A L L C L I M AT E S
a. Per fo rm ma in te na nc e in a cc orda nc e w ith c l ea ning proc edures in para 3-5 and apply a thincoat of CLP/LSA. Do not lubrica te ammunit ion.
b. Al ways attempt to keep r ifl e dry.
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c . Always drain any water from barre l pr ior to f ir ing. Dry the bore with a swab and c leaning
rod.
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2 - 2 8 H O T, W E T C L I M AT E S
a. Perform maintenance more frequent ly. Inspect hidden surfaces for corrosion. If corrosion
is found, clean and Iubricate with CLP/LSA.
b . To he l p p r ev en t co r ro s io n, r em ov e ha nd pr i nt s wi t h a c l ot h. D ry o ff a nd t he n lu br i ca te
the r i f le .
c . C he c k am m un i ti o n an d ma ga zi n e fr eq ue nt l y fo r c or r os i on . I f ne c es s ar y, cl e an a mm un i ti o n
with a dry c loth . Do not lubrica te ammunit ion.
S E C T I O N V I l . E M E R G E N C Y P R O C E D U R E S
2 - 2 9 I M M E D I AT E A C T I O N
a. Immedia te ac t ion is the prompt ac t ion taken by the user to correc t a s toppage . The pro-
cedure for applying immedia te ac t ion should become ins t inc t ive to the user, wi thout the user
attempting to discover the cause. It is important that the user apply immediate action Instinctively
to correct a stoppage.
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W A R N I N G
Du r i ng t he f o l l o wi ng p r o c e du r e s a l wa y s k e e p t ha r i f l e po i n t e d i n a s a f e
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Du r i ng t he f o l l o wi ng p r o c e du r e s a l wa y s k e e p t ha r i f l e po i n t e d i n a s a f e
d i r e c t i o n .
b. W he n t he b o l t i s f u l l y f o r wa r d a n d t h e ha nd l e i s do wn a nd t he r i f l e f a i l s t o f i r e , a pp l y
immediate action as follows:
( 1 ) Sque e z e t he t r i gge r a g a i n .
(2 ) I f t he r i f l e d oe s n o t f i r e , r e t r a c t t h e b o l t t o e j e c t t he c a r t r i dge S l i de bo l t f o r wa r d
t o c ha m be r a n o t he r r oun d .
( 3) Squeeze the trigger.
(4 ) If the r i f le st i l l does not f i re, clear the r i f le and replace the ammunit ion.
(5 ) C o n t i n u e t o a p p l y i m m e d i a t e a c t i o n . I f t h e r i f l e s t i l l doe s no t f i r e , c l e a r / un l oa d
r i f l e .
(6 ) If the r i f le does not f i re af ter the applicat ion of immediate act ion, a detai led inspec-t i on s ho u l d b e m a d e t o d e t e r m i n e t he c a us e o f t h e s t o p pa ge ( s e e Tr oub l e s hoo t i ng P r oc e -
dures, para 3-3 ).2 - 3 7 / ( 2 - 3 8 b l a n k )
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e Ensure spare firing pin assembly found in the deployment kit has a thin coat of lubricant
CLP/LSA/LAW, a t a l l t imes .
3 - 2 G E N E R A L
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Perform Before and After Opera t ions PMCS if you are the ass igned opera tor and the weapon has
been stored in an arms room and not used for a period of 90 days, or you have been issued theweapon for the first time (see para 2-16) .
N O T E
An inac t ive weapon is a weapon, whether ass igned or not ass igned to an
individual , tha t is s tored in an arms room for a period of 90 days . Clean-
ing (PMCS) of an inac t ive weapon wil l be performed every 90 days . This
wil l ensure proper inspect ion in terva ls to safeguard agains t corros ion and
detec t worn or damaged parts which may require replacement .
S E C T I O N I I . T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G P R O C E D U R E S
3-3 . T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
This manual cannot l is t a l l malfunct ions tha t may occur, nor a l l causes and correc t ive ac t ions .
If a malfunct ion is not correc table , turn the comple te weapon sys tem in to the proper mainten-
a n c e / s u p p l y c h a n n e l f o r r e t u r n t o t h e c o n t r a c t o r . (See Chapter 3, Section lV, Preparation ForS h i p m e n t ) .
3 - 2
W A R N I N GBefore performing any of the t rouble shoot ing procedures , make sure the
ri f le is c lear /unloadad.
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M A L F U N C T I O N
1 . FA I L T O F I R E
C A U S E
a. Safe ty in “S” Pos i t ion.
C O R R E C T I O N
a . M o v e s a f e t y t o “ F ” p o -
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2 . B O LT B I N D S
b. Defec t ive ammo.
c . Fir ing pin damaged.
d . Fir ing pin binds .
e . Short f i r ing pin protrus ion.
f . Fir ing control out of ad-
j u s t m e n t .
g . Trigger out of adjus tment .
h. Trigger does not retract. i. Trigger binds on trigger guard. j. Firing pin does not remain in
the cocked position with bolt
closed.
a. Guard screw protrudes into
bolt track.
b. Scope base screw protrudes
into bolt track.
s i t ion.
b . Ejec t round.
c. Change firing pin assembly.
d. Change firing pin assembly,
e. Change firing pin assembly.
f . Turn the comple te weapon
sys tem in to the proper main-
t e n a n c e / s u p p l y c h a n n e l f o r
re turn to the contrac tor.
g. Same as f. above.
h. Same as f. above.
i. Same as f. above.
j. Sa me as f. abov e.
a . Turn the comple te weapon
sys tem in to the proper main-
t e n a n c e / s u p p l y c h a n n e l f o r
return to the contractor.
b. Same as a. above.
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M A L F U N C T I O N C O R R E C T I O N
3 . FA I L T O F E E D
C A U S E
a. Bol t overr ide car t r idge . a . S e a t c a r t r i d g e f u l l y r e a r -
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5 . FA I L T O E X T R A C T
3 - 4
b. Cartridge stems chamber.
c . Magazine in backwards .
d. Weak or broken magazine
spring.
a . Broken e jec tor.
b . Fouled e jec tor p lunger.
a . Broken extrac tor.
g yward in magazine.b . P u l l b o l t f u l l y r e a r w a r d .R e m o v e s t e m m e d c a r t r i d g e
f r o m e j e c t i o n p o r t a r e a . R e -p o s i t i o n c a r t r i d g e f u l l y i nthe magazine.c . R e m o v e m a g a z i n e s p r i n g
a n d r e i n s t a l l w i t h l o n g l e gin fol lower.d . Replace spring
a . Turn the comple te weaponsys tem in to the proper main-t e n a n c e / s u p p l y c h a n n e l f o rre turn to the contrac tor.
b . I n s p e c t a n d c l e a n b o l tf a c e , I f m a l f u n c t i o n c o n t -inues, refer to a. above.a . Turn the comple te weaponsys tem in to the proper main-t e n a n c e / s u p p l y c h a n n e l f o rreturn to the contractor.
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3 - 4 . D I S A S S E M B LY ( F I E L D S T R I P P I N G ) .
C A U T I O N
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C A U T I O N
Dry f i r ing of the r i f le is only to be done in conjunct ion with PMCS (para
2-16) and safety/function checks (para. 3-7 ) and/or during training.
a. TAKEDOW N PR OC EDUR E: (F ie ld S t r ipp ing )
( 1 ) C L E A R T H E W E A P O N+
W A R N I N G
check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no cart r idges
in the rifle.
(2) Point the rifle in a safe direction.
(3) Put the safety In the "S" position.
( 4 ) R e m o v e t h e b o l t a s s e m b l y.
3 - 5
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Figure 3-2
3-5.
3-6
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(4) Attach the bore brush to the cleaning rod.
(5 ) Appiy gun cleaning solvent to the bore brush (se e Appendix D) .
N O T E
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B a r r e l s h o u l d l a y h o r i z o n t a l l y w i t h m u z z l e s l i g h t l y d o w n w a r d w i t h t h e
e jec t ion port fac ing down during c leaning. Always c lean the barre l f romthe chamber end to the muzzle.
(6) Push and withdraw the bore brush comple te ly through the barre l severa l t imes .
(7) Remove brush from rod, a t tach t ip with swab, and push comple te ly through the
bore.
(8) Repeat severa l t imes , us ing a new c leaning swab each t ime, unt i l the swab is notd i r t y.
(9) Wipe the ins ide of magazine and rece iver with a c loth dampened with gun c leaning
solvent and wipe dry.
(10) Dust and wipe external portions of rifle with a clean cloth (for dust and dirt).
(11 ) Wipe and Iubricate adjustable butt plate straw shaft and both wheels (see Figure 2-6)with CLP/LSA (see Appendix D) .
3 - 8 (12) Lubrica te as per lubrica t ion, para 3-1 .
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b.1 TO TOUCH UP EXTERIOR FINISH
(1) Use sol id f i lm lubricant for minor touch up of miss ing exter ior f in ish .
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Figure 3-4
( 2 ) A p p l y s o l i d f i l m l u b r i c a n t i n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h i n s t r u c t i o n s p r o v i d e d o n
m a n u f a c t u r e r ’s c o n t a i n e r .
c . T H E B O L T A S S E M B L Y
Vigorous ly c lean the bol t face with a smal l
c l e a n i n g b r u s h d a m p e n e d w i t h g u n c l e a n i n g
solvent (see Figure 3-4 ) . Wipe bol t assembly
clean and dry.
d. TRIGGER ASSEMBLY
( 1) R em ov e r ec ei ve r a nd b ar re l a s-sembly from the stock assembly (seepara 3-4 ).
CAUTION
Do not remove the trigger assembly from the receiver and barrel assembly.
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(2) Place the safety to the fire position.
(3 ) Pull the trigger to the rear.
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(4) Purge dir t end moisture from the t r igger assembly with CLP or alcohol.
NOTEIf alcohol is used the trigger assembly must be lubricated.
(5) Lubrica te t r igger assembly as needed.
( 6) Place a drop or two of the appropriate Iubrication to each side of the sear with thetrigger pulled to the rear. Dry fire to work lubrication into the trigger action.
(7) Place a drop of lubrication under the bolt stop release.
(8) Reassemble the receiver and barrel assembly to the stock assembly (see para 3-4) .
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Figure 3-5
TM 9-1005-306-10
NOTE
Be sure bolt is in the cocked position.
(2) Place bolt in vertical positionwith bol t handle to the top . (See
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Figure 3-6
Figure 3-5) .
(3) Place sear notch, on firing pin
head, against a hard surface and pulldownward on bolt handle, compress-ing the spring. (See Figure 3-6) .
(4) Firing pin head will be pushedabove bolt plug. While raised, a slot
in the firing pin head can be observed.
(5) Place an object into slot (iden-tification tag, dime, etc.).
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(6) Screw firing pin assembly out of T M 9 - 1 0 0 5 - 3 0 6 - 1 0
b o l t a s s e m b l y b y t u r n i n g c o u n t e r
c lockwise .
( 7 ) S e e F i g u r e 3 - 7 . To r e m o v e o b -
j e c t f r o m s l o t , p l a c e f i r i n g p i n i n t o
3/16" hole dri l led through a block of
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Figure 3-7
Figure 3-8
3/16 hole dr i l led through a block of
w o o d ( f a b r i c a t e d i t e m , s e e A p p e n d i x
E) .
W A R N I N GBolt p lug wil l be under spring ten-
s ion. Release s lowly to prevent Pos-
sible injury to personnel.
(8) Grasp bol t p lug and press down-
ward, compress ing spring (see Figure
3-8). Object will fall from slot.
b. F I R I N G P I N A S S E M B LY R E P L A C E -
M E N T
( 1 ) S e e F i g u r e 3 - 8 . P l a c e f i r i n g p i n
assembly in vert ica l pos i t ion with bol t
plug to the top.
3-11
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C. R E M O VA L A N D R E P L A C E M E N T O F D AY O P T I C S I G H T W I N D A G E , E L E VAT I O N
A N D F O C U S D I A L S
C A U T I O N
C b k i h
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Care must be taken not to over tighten set screws.
(1) R E M O V A L
( a ) Mark or note Iocation of setting on focus, windage, and elevation dials before
loosening set screws.
(b) Loosen set screws and remove dial from adjusting post.
{ 2 ) R E P L A C E M E N T
(a ) Place focus , windage , end e levat ion dia l on proper adjus t ing pos t and a l ign with
noted or marked loca t ion.
( b ) T i g h t e n s e t s c r e w s .
N O T E
White dots on focus dial will be toward rear of day optic sight.
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3- 7 SAFETY/FUNCTION CHECKW A R N I N G
Befo re p e r fo rmi n g t h e sa f e t y / fu n c t i o n ch eck , mak e su re t h e r i f l e i s c l ea r /
un loaded .
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a. I f t h e l i s t ed sa f e t y / f u n c t i o n ch eck s p e r fo rm as i n d i ca t ed , r i f l e i s mi s s i o n r ead y. I f t h ech eck s d o n o t p e r fo rm as i n d i ca t ed , t u rn t h e co mp l e t e weap o n sy s t em i n t o t h e p ro p er ma i n t en -
an ce / su p p l y ch an n e l fo r r e t u rn t o t h e co n t r ac t o r. (S ee Ch ap t e r 3 , S ec t i o n IV, P rep e ra t i o n F o r
S h i p m e n t ) .
b. With the bolt closed and the firing pin in the most forward position, safety will not go to
safe position.
c. Pull upon the bolt handle to cock rifle. Pull bolt to the rear.
d. Close the bolt.
e. Put safety In safe posit ion,
f . P ul l t ri gg er . F ir in g p in he ad wi ll no t m ov e f or wa rd .
g,Put Safety in fire position.
h . P ul l tr i gg e r. F ir i ng pi n h ead wi ll mov e fo rward . Acl i ck sh o ul d b e h ea rd.
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3 - 8 . S T O R A G E
a. When rifle is to be stored in the system case, ensure the chamber and magazine are free of
any rounds of ammunition and rifle is cleaned and lubricated as per instructions (see para 2-7 and
3-1).
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b. Ensure there is no l ive ammunit ion in the area .
c. The bolt will be in the closed position.
d. Pull the trigger to release spring tension on the firing pin spring.
N O T E
The preferred method of storage is in a vertical position with the barrel down.
S E C T I O N I V. T U R N - I N P R O C E D U R E S F O R
C O N T R A C T O R R E PA I R O F M 2 4 S W S
3 - 9 . P R E PA R AT I O N F O R S H I P M E N T
W A R N I N G
U N D E R N O C I R C U M S TA N C E S S H O U L D T H E W E A P O N B E S H I P P E D
W HILE IT STILL C ONTAINS LIVE AM M UNITION, EITHER IN THE
SHIPPING B OX OR IN THE W EAPON ITSELF.
a . Ensure that no ammunition is present in the weapon by following the procedures for clearingthe weapon found in para 2-7.
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b. Completely fill in DA Form 2407 in accordance with the instructions provided in DA PAM 738-
750 ent i t led ‘The Army Maintenance Management Sys tem’ (TAMMS). Deta i l the required
maintenance action as thoroughly as possible in block 15 of DA Form 2407.
c . Send one copy of ‘Receipt Copy 1‘ of DA Form 2407 and one copy of ‘U. S. Registered Mail,
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Return Receipt Requested’. The Return Receipt should only contain the description ‘M24’ and the
sys tem seria l number. Mai l to :
C o m m a n d e r
U.S. Army Armament , Munit ions and Chemical Command
AT T N : A M S M C - P C S - N B
Rock Is land, I l l inois 61299-6000
d . Place copies 2 through 5 of DA Form 2407 inside the shipping box.
N O T E
Ensure that the four (4) remaining copies of DA Form 2407 are inside the
shipping box before closing and sealing the box. Repairs cannot be made
unless the deficiency is identified on DA Form 2407.
e. Clean weapon by following the procedures for cleaning the weapon found in para 3-5.
N O T E
Do not perform steps 11 and 12 on page 3-8 for shipment of weapon.
f . Place weapon in the soft carrying case.
g. Clean day optic sight by following the procedures for cleaning the day optic sight in para 3-5d .
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N O T E
Ensure dust covers are installed on sight and are in the closed position.
h. Place day optic sight in carrying case and close case.
i. Place soft carrying case and day optic sight case in a shipping box (minimum dimension of
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ace so t ca y g case a d day opt c s g t case a s pp g bo ( u d e s o o
9 x 12 x 48 inches, see Appendixes A and D).
j. Fill shipping box with cushioning material (see Appendixes A and D).
k. Place copies 2 through 5 of DA Form 2407 in shipping box. A packing list (DD Form 1750)
shall be enclosed in the box. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT DA FORM 2407 BE FILLED IN
C O M P L E T E LY A N D S E N T O U T A C C O R D I N G T O I N S T R U C T I O N S .
l. Close the shipping box and sea l a l l seams and jo ints wi th tape (see Appendixes A and D). -
3- 10 . D O C U M E N T A T I O N F O R T U R N - INa. For CONUS uni ts and those OCONUS uni ts wi th access to U. S. Registered Mail Service for
both shipping and rece iving weapons :
(1) When it is determined that a SWS requires repair above operator level, notify the
ins ta l la t ion accountable property off icer.
(2) The installation accountable property officer will process a FTE (Report of Excess) and
an AOE (Requisition with Exception Data), in accordance with the Materiel Returns Program as
detailed in the Requisition Receipt and Issue System, Chapter 7, AR 725-50, 19 Oct 90.Exception data is serial number of SWS and document number of FTE.
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(3) AMCCOM wil l respond with a FTR(Reply to Report of Excess ) , d i rec t ing shipment to
Remington Arms Company, Inc .
(4) Shipments must be accomplished through the use of ‘U. S. Registered Mail, Return
Receipt Reques ted’ . The shipment mus t be addressed to :
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Remington Arms Company, Inc .
ATTN: Fabrica ted Products Department
14 Hoefler Avenue
Il ion, New York 13357-1816
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After the repair is completed, the items will be returned to the originating unit using the document
number from the AOE.
b. For OCONUS units without access to U. S. Registered Mail Service for both shipping and
rece iving weapons :
(1) The procedures for the units are the same as for CONUS units.
(2) AMCCOM will respond with a FTR directing shipment of the SWS using the Defense
Transporta t ion Service (DTS) which requires Category IV Transporta t ion Protec t ion Service (TPS)
in transit. The defective SWS is to be shipped to the following address:
XR Remington Arms Company, Inc .
ATTN: Fabrica ted Products Department
14 Hoefler AvenueIl ion, New York 13357-1816
D O D A A C : C M A H 2 W
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(3) Remington will return the repaired SWS back to the unit using DTS.
c . For urgent repair requirements, the following procedure can be used:
(1) The FTE and AOE may be phoned into AMCCOM, AMSMC-MMD-DC, DSN 793-4377.
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(1) The FTE and AOE may be phoned in to AMCCOM, AMSMC MMD DC, DSN 793 4377.
(2) Fax the above t ransac t ions to DSN 793-4485.
d. The above procedures will transfer the accountability of the SWS from the unit to the
wholesale system. The SWS will not be repaired and returned to the unit unless the above
procedures are fol lowed.
3 - 11 . D O D S M A L L A R M S S E R I A L I Z AT I O N P R O G R A M ( D O D S A S P )
Reportable under DODSASP in accordance with Chapter 4 , AR 710-3 ent i t led ‘Asse t and
Transac t ion Report ing Sys tem' . The DODAC to be used for shipment to Remington Arms
Company, Inc.. is ‘CMAH2W'.
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4-2 . A M M U N I T I O N W H I C H FA I L S T O F I R E .
Dispose of any ammunition which fails to firs according to authorized procedures.
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4-3. C AR E, H AN DL IN G, A ND P RE SE RVAT IO N.
a. Protec t ammunit ion from mud, sand, and water. If the ammunit ion ge ts wet or d i r ty,
wipe it off at once with a clean dry cloth. Wipe off light corrosion as soon as it is discovered.
Turn in heavily corroded cartridges.
b. D O no t e xpos e a mmuni tion to the d i rec t r a ys o f the s un . I f t he powde r i s ho t, e xce ss ive
pressure may develop when the rifle is fired.
c. Do not o i l or grease ammunit ion. Dus t and other abrasives tha t col lect on greasy ammuni-
t ion may cause damage to the opera t ing parts of the r i f le . Oi led cart r idges produce excess ive
chamber pressure.
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A P P E N D I X A
R E F E R E N C E S
A - 1 . S C O P E .
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This appendix l is ts a l l forms , f ie ld manuals , technica l manuals , tables , regula t ions , s tandards ,and miscellaneous publications referenced in this manual.
A - 2 . T E C H N I C A L M A N U A L S .
TM740-90-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Administrative Storage of Equipment
TM750-244-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . Procedures for Destruction of Equipment to Prevent Enemy UseTM9-1300-206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care and Storage of Ammunit ion
A - 3 . C O M M O N TA B L E O F A L L O WA N C E S ( C TA ) .
CTA8-100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Army Medica l Department Expendable /Durable I tems
CTA50-970 . . . . . . . . . . . .Expendable/Durable Items (except: Medical Class V, Repair Parts
and Hera ldic I tems)
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A - 4 . A R M Y R E G U L AT I O N S A N D PA M P H L E T S .
DA PAM 25-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cons olid ated ln dex of Ar my Publ icat ions an d Blank Forms
DA PAM 738-750, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Army Maintenance Management Sys tem (TAMMS)
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A - 5 . F I E L D M A N U A L S
FM 3-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..NBC ContaminationFM3-87 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nuclear, Biological end Chemical (NBC) Reconnaissance and
..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Decontaminat ion Opera t ions (How to Fight)
FM 21-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Aid for Soldiers
A - 6 . T R A I N I N G C I R C U L A R .
TC 23-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sniper Tra ining and Employment
A - 7 . F O R M S .
DA Form 2028 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms
SF368. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Quality Deficiency Report
DA Fo