Technical data

TM 9-1005-319-23&P

WARNING SUMMARY

This warning summary contains general safety warning and hazardous materials warnings that must be

understood and applied during operation and maintenance of this equipment. All warnings in this technical

manual pertain to both the rifles and the carbines unless otherwise specified. Failure to observe these

precautions could result in serious injury or death to personnel. Also included are explanations of safety

and hazardous materials icons used within the technical manual.

FIRST AID

For first aid information, refer to FM 4-25.11, First Aid. Air Force users will refer to Air Force Manual

AFMAN 44-163(I), First Aid Manual.

EXPLANATION OF SAFETY WARNING ICONS

EXPLOSION - rapidly expanding symbol shows that the material may explode if subjected

to high temperatures, sources of ignition, or high pressure.

EYE PROTECTION - person with goggles shows that the material will injure the eyes.

FLYING PARTICLES - arrows bouncing off face shows that particles flying through the air

will harm face.

WEAPON FIRE - weapon could accidentally discharge causing serious injury or death.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS DESCRIPTION

WARNING

To avoid injury to eyes, use care when removing and installing spring-loaded parts.

WARNING

WEAPON FIRE

Before starting an inspection, be sure to clear the weapon. Do not pull the trigger until the weapon has been

cleared. Inspect the chamber to ensure that it is empty and no ammunition is in position to be chambered.

The lock plate prevents the selector lever from being placed in BURST and will be installed at the discretion

of the unit commander. It is mandatory for use in civil disturbance (riot control).