Manual

SIG 556 Operators Manual 36 P/N 1511203 VER 12.7.2
when being operated by hand, the extracted cartridge can be
“ejected” into the magazine area instead of outside the rifle.
(Remember that the magazine should be removed prior to
unloading the chamber.)
2. Thoroughly clean the chamber and the extractor as often as
necessary to prevent accumulation of grease and dirt.
3. If an empty magazine is in the rifle when the bolt is being hand
retracted to extract a cartridge, the cartridge may drop on top of
the magazine. Then, when the bolt goes forward, the cartridge
will be chambered again! Always remove the magazine before
clearing the chamber, and visually ensure that no cartridges
remain in the gun.
TO CLEAR A MALFUNCTION (“JAM”)
6.0. Procedures In Case Of Malfunction
Should the rifle fail to fire, perform the following actions:
• Cycle the bolt; and
• Continue firing.
If the weapon does not fire after cycling the bolt:
• Insert a fresh magazine;
• Cycle the bolt; and
• Continue firing.
If the weapon still does not fire:
• Put safety lever in the “S” (SAFE) position;
• Remove magazine;
• Lock the bolt to the rear;
• Ensure the chamber is clear of all ammunition and foreign
matter (visual & physical check);
• Turn gas valve on Position 2 when weapon is heavily
fouled;
• Insert fresh magazine;
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