Operators Safety & Instruction Manual

CARE AND CLEANING [cont]

TROPICAL CONDITIONS

• Inspect, strip, clean and lubricate the firearm more frequently, at least once a day.

• After handling, wipe the firearm down with an oily cloth to remove perspiration, which will accelerate

corrosion.

HOT DRY CONDITIONS

• Clean and lubricate the firearm more frequently.

ARCTIC CONDITIONS

• Clean the firearm and lubricate sparingly.

• Cycle the firearm frequently to prevent the mechanism from freezing up.

• Protect firearm with a cover when it is kept outside and during periods of non-use.

• If firearm is moved indoors, clean and lubricate thoroughly to remove condensation.

OPERATING - ARCTIC CONDITIONS

When operating in Arctic or Cold conditions the trigger guard may be opened to obtain easier access to the

trigger while wearing thick or arctic mittens or gloves.

• Depress the trigger guard plunger [1] and rotate the guard downward against the pistol grip.

(See figure pg. 21)

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