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Never “ride” the charging handle forward. Let it slide forward at full speed.
TIGHT MAGAZINE: The cartridges in a fully loaded magazine can be packed tight and
require firm upward pressure to assure that the magazine catch holds the magazine. It’s
always easiest to insert the magazine when the bolt is locked to the rear. In addition,
using the charging handle to release the bolt provides more energy for chambering.
4.3. FIRING
Aim at the target. Set the safety to FIRE, grip the rifle firmly, and pull the trigger straight
to the rear, increasing the pressure until the shot fires. Note: Gripping the rifle loosely
when firing can cause the shooter to fire two shots (the second as the trigger strikes the
shooter’s trigger finger during counter-recoil.) This is a shooter error, not a rifle
malfunction.
Keep the safety on SAFE until you are ready to shoot. Unload and clear your rifle
before leaving the firing position.
CAUTION!
DO NOT REVERSE THE STEPS IN CLEARING YOUR RIFLE. IF YOU CLEAR
THE CHAMBER BEFORE REMOVING THE MAGAZINE, YOU MAY
REMOVE ONE CARTRIDGE THEN IMMEDIATELY CHAMBER ANOTHER
FROM THE MAGAZINE! THE RIFLE WILL STILL BE LOADED!
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