Specifications

TM 05539-IN
0021 00-1/(0021 00-2 Blank)
PREPARATION FOR STORAGE AND SHIPMENT 0021 00
STORAGE PROCEDURES
WARNING
• DO NOT store the weapon with live ammunition in either the chamber or magazine.
• Always assume every weapon is loaded until it is determined through visual and physical inspection that
it is not. Procedures for clearing/unloading the weapon are outlined in WP 0012 00.
• Failure to follow these warnings may cause injury or death to personnel.
1. Stored for Extended Periods
. When the weapon is to be stored for an extended period (greater than 90 days), follow
the procedures outlined in MCO P4450.7, Preparation for Storage. Ensure the weapon is thoroughly cleaned as outlined
in TM 05539-OR_.
2. Storage Procedures
.
a. Ensure the chamber and magazine do not contain live ammunition.
b. Inspect the bore and chamber and apply a medium coat of CLP.
c. Apply a light coat of CLP to all other metal surfaces of the weapon to provide extra lubrication and corrosion pro-
tection. Ensure the CLP does not come in contact with the telescope.
SHIPPING PROCEDURES
1. Depot Level Maintenance
. Weapons requiring Depot Maintenance will be shipped to Weapons Training Battalion,
Quantico, VA 22134, in accordance with the following procedures and in accordance with MCO P4610.19, Report of
Transportation Discrepancies in Shipment and MCO 8020.1, Handling Transportation, Storage, Reclassification and
Disposal of Class V (W) Material.
WARNING
Under NO circumstances should live ammunition be shipped with the weapon, either in the shipping
box, magazine, or chamber. Failure to follow this warning may cause injury or death to personnel.
2. Shipping Procedures
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a. Ensure no ammunition is present in the weapon by following the clearing procedures found in WP 0012 00.
b. Complete NAVMC 1018 tag in accordance with TM 4700-15/1_ and detail the required maintenance action as
thoroughly as possible.
c. Clean the weapon by following the procedures outlined in TM 05539-OR_.
d. Place the weapon in its carrying case, with its Supply System Responsibility Items (SSRI) and Stock List (SL-3)
and place it in a shipping box. Fill the shipping box with cushioning material. Close the box and seal all seams and
joints with tape or caulk.
e. Mark the box in accordance with MIL-STD-129, Military Standard, Marking for Shipment and Storage.
Ship through U.S. Registered Mail, Return Receipt Requested. Address the shipment to:
Commanding Officer
Weapons Training Battalion
Marine Corps Combat Development Center
27251 Garand Road
Quantico, VA 22134-5036
Attn: Precision Weapons Section
f. When repairs are complete, the weapon system will be returned to Marine Corps Logistics Bases Albany, GA or
Barstow, CA, to be placed in stock.
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