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Malfunction Cause Correction
Feed
No round fed into the chamber Magazine not properly inserted
or magazine is deformed or dirty
Insert magazine properly or change magazine
Bolt does not close easily or
completely
Rifle or cartridge is fouled (dirty)
or rifle is too heavily lubricated
Clean and lubricate rifle and/or replace the
ammunition
Incorrect ammunition Replace ammunition
Rifle requires service Return to SIG SAUER
Extraction/Ejection
After firing, the case stays in the
chamber or is jammed in the
ejection port
Insufficient recoil due to dirt Clean and lubricate the rifle
Light hold or limp wrist Solid grip, rigid hold
Low-powered ammunition Change ammunition
Rifle requires service Return to SIG SAUER
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