Manual

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Trigger – e trigger is a single stage trigger set between 5.5-9 lbs in semi-auto and automatic
auto-setting.
Charging Handle – e M6 is equipped with a non-reciprocating top charging handle
identical to that of the M4/M16 allowing the user to charge the weapon with either his/her
dominant or non-dominant hand. e charging handle is grasped with the index and middle
fingers on either side. On pulling, the charging handle latch will automatically disengage from
the receiver. Always pull the charging handle completely to the rear as far as it will go and let
go of it. Never ride the charging handle forward.
Forward Assist – e forward assist is a button located on the right side of the upper receiver
of your M6. e intended function of the forward assist is to force the bolt closed (locked)
in case the weapon fails to go into battery. e forward assist should only be employed in an
emergency situation. Forcing a round to chamber can cause a worse failure, injury and possible
damage to the rifle depending on the reason the round failed to chamber. It is always safer
to unload the cartridge that failed to feed and inspect it for damage and dispose of it. e
forward assist may be tapped after manually loading the rifle to ensure the bolt is in battery.
e forward assist may also be used after “press checking” the rifle to ensure it is loaded.
Bolt Catch –
e bolt catch can be manually activated to hold the bolt to the rear. e bolt
catch is positioned is positioned on the left hand side of the lower receiver. To apply the bolt
catch, the user retracts the bolt as far as it will go to the rear using the charging handle and
pushes the lower portion of the bolt catch until it engages. e bolt catch will automatically
engage when an empty magazine is in the weapon, and the user retracts the bolt. To disengage
the bolt catch, apply pressure to the serrated upper half of the bolt catch. is will allow the
bolt carrier to travel forward into battery.
CAUTION: Disengaging the bolt catch with a loaded magazine in place will load the
weapon.
Front Sight Latch (sight lock button, M6A3 only). e front sight latch unlocks the front
sight from the folding position allowing it to be deployed. e same button allows you to
unlock it from the deployed position to fold it and lock it down.
Rear Sight Adjustment Controls – Refer to manufacturer’s instructions on adjusting your
particular rear sight.
Magazine Release – e magazine release is on the right side of the lower receiver in alignment
with your trigger finger. Pressing the magazine release will allow the magazine to drop free of
the weapon.
CAUTION: Removing the magazine does not make the weapon safe; refer to clearing
instructions to remove the live round from the chamber. All M6 carbines will fire with the
magazine removed.