Carbine 6850 Operator's Manual

ARMY TM 9-1005-319-10AIR FORCE TO.11W3-55-41NAVY SW 370-BUJ-OPl-010Supersedes copy dated August 1986.See page i for details.OPERATOR’S MANUALFORRIFLE,

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont)CHAPTER 3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)Inspection InstructionsLubrication InstructionsReassembly InstructionsWP Sequence No.

TROUBLESHOOTlNG PROCEDURESTHIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS: Troubleshooting0012 00INlTlAL SETUP: OperatorMALFUNCTIONWon't FireTable 1. TROUBLESHOOTINGTES

MALFUNCTIONBolt Won'tUnlockWon’t FeedDouble FeedTable 1. TROUBLESHOOTlNG (Cont)TEST OR INSPECTlONDirty or burred bolt.Dirty or corroded ammo.Dirt

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES (Cont) 0012 00MALFUNCTlONDouble FeedWon't ChamberWon't lockWon't ExtractTable 1. TROUBLESHOOTlNG (Cont)TEST

Table 1. TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont)MALFUNCTIONWon't ExtractShort RecoilTEST OR INSPECTIONRestricted movement of boltcarrier group.Dirty or corroded a

TROUBLESHOOTlNG PROCEDURES (Cont)Table 1. TROUBLESHOOTlNG (Cont)0012 00MALFUNCTIONShort Recoil(cont)Bolt Fails to LockAfter Last RoundSelector LeverBi

Table 1. TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont)MALFUNCTIONBolt Carrier‘Hung Up’TEST OR INSPECTlONWARNINGKeep clear of muzzle.Round jammed between boltand charging han

CHAPTER 3MAINTENANCE lNSTRUCTlONS

DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS0013 00WARNINGTo be considered SAFE before DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS,cleaning, inspecting, transporting, or storing, the weapon

CHAPTER 1lNTRODUCTION

DlSASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS (Cont) 0013 005.6.NOTEThe round handguards are identical and can be interchanged (top orbottom).Install the handguards using

7.8.9.Push receiver pivot pin as far as it will go.Separate upper and lower receivers.CAUTIONDo not fully remove the round nuts from the threaded stud

DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0013 0010. Pull back charging handle andbolt carrier.11. Remove bolt carrier and bolt.0013 00-4

12. Remove charging handle.13. Remove firing pin retaining pin.0013 00-5

DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0013 0014. Push in bolt assembly to lockedposition.0013 00-615. Drop firing pin out rear of boltcarrier.

16. Remove bolt cam pin.17. Remove bolt assembly fromcarrier.0013 00-7

DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS (Cont) 0013 00NOTEDisassemble using steps 18-23 only when dirty or damaged.Press rear of extractor to check spring function.

NOTEDo not separate springassembly from extractor.19. Remove extractor and spring20. Press in buffer, depress retainer,assembly.and release buffer.001

DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0013 0021. Remove buffer and actionspring.CARBINE ONLY22. Fully extend buttstock assembly.0013 00-10

23. Grasp the lock release leverin the area of the retaining nut,pull downward, and slidebuttstock to the rear toseparate the buttstockassembly from t

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS0014 00WARNINGBefore cleaning be sure to clear the weapon.GENERALNOTEWherever the term CLP or the words lube or lubricant are cit

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0014 00GENERAL (Cont)4. Cleaning materials (swabs, pipe cleaners, and CLP) are expendable itemsthat are available from sup

This is how you do it:1. Attach three rod sections together.2.Swab out the bore with a patchmoistened with CLP or rifle borecleaner (RBC).3. Attach th

CLEANING INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0014 00BORE (Cont)4. Point muzzle down. Hold the upper receiver inone hand while inserting the end of the rod withoutthe b

8.Send a patch through the bore once in a while to help clean out the crudthat the brush is getting loose.Replace the bore brush with the rod tip (pat

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0014 00UPPER RECEIVER - (Cont)e. Install chamber brush on cleaning rod. Dip in CLP and insert in chamberand locking lugs.

NOTEGas tubes will discolor from heat Do not attempt to remove dis-coloration.Use a worn out bore brush to perform the following step. Thisprocedure r

CLEANING INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0014 00BOLT CARRIER ASSEMBLY - Clean with CLP:a. Clean carbon and oil from firing pin,firing pin recess and all surfaces o

NOTEUse well worn bore brush only.d. Carbon deposits and dirt fromlocking lugse. Areas behind bolt ring and underlip of extractor0014 00-9

GENERAL INFORMATION0001 00SCOPEThis manual provides operation and maintenance instructions for the M16A2,M16A3, M16A4 Rifles, M4 and M4A1 Carbines. Th

CLEANING lNSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0014 00LOWER RECEIVER AND BUTTSTOCK ASSEMBLY.CAUTIONDo not use wire brush or any type of abrasive material to cleanaluminu

d. Clean buffer assembly, spring, and inside lower receiver and buffertube with swab dipped in CLP. Wipe dry.0014 00-11

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0014 00EJECTORa. Place a few drops of CLParound the ejector to form apuddle.0014 00-12

b. Take a fired or dummy case and placeit under the Iip of the tractor. With arocking motion, press the case downagainst the ejector. Since the ejecto

CLEANING INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)BUTTSTOCK AND PISTOL GRIP0014 00Buttstock may be used forstorage of cleaning gear.END OF TASK0014 00-14/15 blank

lNSPECTlON INSTRUCTIONSINSPECT BEFORE LUBRICATING -UPPER RECEIVER AND BARREL ASSEMBLYWARNING0015 00DO NOT interchange bolts between weapons.1.Inspect

INSPECTlON INSTRUCTlONS0015 000015 00-1

INSPECTION INSTRUCTlONS0015 00INSPECT BEFORE LUBRlCATlNG -(Cont)BOLT AND BOLT CARRIER ASSEMBLY1.Inspect bolt cam pin (1) for cracking or chipping.2. I

INSPECTlON lNSTRUCTlONS0015 000015 00-3

GENERAL INFORMATION (Cont)0001 00MAINTENANCE FORMS AND PROCEDURESDepartment of the Army forms and procedures used for equipment maintenancewill be tho

lNSPECTlON INSTRUCTlONS0015 00lNSPECT BEFORE LUBRICATING - (Cont)LOWER RECElVER AND BUTTSTOCK ASSEMBLY1.Inspect buffer (1) for cracks or damage.2. Ins

INSPECTlON INSTRUCTlONS0015 00END OF TASK0015 00-5/6 blank

LUBRlCATION INSTRUCTIONSCLP - CLEANER, LUBRICANT AND PRESERVATIVE0016 00Use CLP as follows:a. Always shake bottle well before use.b.Place a few drops

LUBRlCATlON INSTRUCTlONS (Cont) 0016 00NOTEWherever the term CLP or the words lube or lubricant are cited in thisTM, it is to be interpreted to mean t

LUBE GUIDEUnder all but the coldest Arctic conditions, CLP or LSA are the lubricants to useon your weapon.Remember to remove excessive lubricant from

LUBRlCATlON INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0016 00LUBRlCATlNG UPPER RECElVERLightly lube inside of upper receiver, bore andchamber, outer surfaces of barrel and f

LUBRlCATlNG PROCEDURES FOR M4, M4A1 AND M16A4UPPER RECEIVER AND CARRYING HANDLE1. Apply a drop or two of lubricant to both threaded studs.2. Lightly l

LUBRlCATlNG INSTRUCTlONS (Cont) 0016 00BOLT CARRIER ASSEMBLYLightly lubricate firing pin and firing pin recess in bolt1. Place one drop CLP in carrier

3.Lightly lube charging handle and inner and outer surfaces of bolt carrier.Generously lube slide and cam pin area of bolt carrier.0016 00-7

CORROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (CPC) (Cont)While corrosion is typically associated with rusting metal, it can also includedeterioration of other mat

LUBRICATING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0016 00LUBRlCATlNG LOWER RECEIVER ASSEMBLY1. Lightly lube inside buffer tube.2. Generously lube takedown and pivot pins

ADJUSTABLE REAR SIGHTNOTEMake a note of how far you move the sight so it can be returned tothe original position at completion of this task.1. Use one

LUBRICATING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0016 00ADJUSTABLE REAR SIGHT (Cont)2. Elevation Screw Shaft. Also lube from inside the upper receiver as follows:a.For

AFTER LUBING REAR SIGHT1.Reset your correct zero windage and your battlesight zero.2.Notice the rear sight comes down when the “3” is aligned with the

REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS0017 001. Grasp the lock release lever inthe area of the retaining nut andpull to reinstall the buttstockassembly onto the lowe

REASSEMBLY lNSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0017 00NOTEBe sure not to lose extractor spring and rubber insert.3. The large end of extractor Spring4. Insert extracto

5. Install extractor pin.NOTEStagger ring gaps to stop gas loss.0017 00-3

REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0017 00WARNINGDon't switch bolts between6. Slide bolt into bolt carrier.7.WARNINGBe sure the cam pin isinstalled in

8. Drop in and seat firing pin.9. Pull bolt out.0017 00-5

GENERAL INFORMATION (Cont)0001 00REPORTING EQUIPMENT IMPROVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS (EIR)You can help improve this manual. if you find any mistakes or if

REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0017 0010. Insert firing pin retaining pin.NOTEFiring pin should not fall outwhen bolt carrier assembly isturned upside

11. Insert charging handle part way.12. Slide in bolt carrier assembly.0017 00-7

REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0017 0013.Push charging handle and bolt carrier assembly together into upper receiveruntil fully seated.0017 00-8

M4, M4A1, AND M16A4CAUTIONShould the round nuts and the clamping bar be inadvertently removed, theclamping bar must be reinstalled on the threaded stu

REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0017 0014. The carrying handle assemblyshould be reinstalled with thefront stud centered into theforward notch in the fr

15. Join upper and lower receivers.16. Engage receiver pivot pin.0017 00-11

REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTlONS (Cont) 0017 00CAUTIONSelector lever must be on SAFE or SEMI before closing upper receiver.17. Close upper and lower receiver a

18. Place the weapon on the buttstock and press downon the slip ring with both hands.19. Have your partner install one handguard on topand the other o

REASSEMBLY lNSTRUCTlONS (Cont)0017 00MAGAZINE DISASSEMBLYWARNINGWhen disassembling, turn magazine away from face, springis under compression.1. Releas

3. Jiggle spring and follower toremove.4. Inspect feeder lips for damage. Ifdamaged or bent, replacemagazine.NOTEDo not remove follower from spring.00

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION0002 00EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURESM16A2/M16A3Caliber...5.56 m

REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (Cont)0017 00MAGAZINE REASSEMBLYNOTEIf the spring comes loose from the follower, turn in the pieces.DO NOT try to fixit yourse

CHAPTER 4M4 AND M5 ADAPTER RAILS

INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF ADAPTER RAILS0018 00LOWER ADAPTER RAILWARNINGTo be considered SAFE before disassembly, cleaning, inspecting,transporting,

INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF ADAPTERRAILS (Cont)0018 00LOWER ADAPTER RAIL (Cont)1.2.3.Remove the lower adapter rail in the same manneras a standard low

4. The recoil slots of each rail are sequentially numbered within the recoil slotsthemselves. The recoil slots of the top rail have a “T” prefix while

INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL ADAPTER RAILS (Cont)0018 00ADAPTER RAIL COVERSM5 Covers0018 004M4 covers

1. Several different lengths of rail covers are provided with the standardadapter rail systems. For ease of reference, they should be referred to byth

INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF THE ADAPTERRAILS (Cont) 1800 00ADAPTER RAIL COVERS (Cont)3. To cover the side and bottom quadrants, install the rail cover

ADAPTER RAILS MAINTENANCE0019 00CLEANINGNOTEAll adapter rail covers are interchangeable between rifle and carbine.The rail covers perform two primary

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION (Cont)0002 00EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES (Cont)M16A4Caliber.. ...

ADAPTER RAILS MAINTENANCE (Cont) 0019 00CLEANING (Cont)NOTEDo not apply lubricant to the plastic surfaces of the rail covers.1. Clean, inspect, and lu

5.In less adverse environments, lightly lubricate the upper and lower railassemblies and the retaining clips in the rail covers during normal weaponcl

ADAPTER RAIL ACCESSORY MOUNTINGPROCEDURES0020 00SIDE SLING ADAPTERThe standard side sling adapter, if installed, must be positioned so the slingswivel

ADAPTER RAIL ACCESSORY MOUNTINGPROCEDURES002 00TOP SLING - The top sling adapter is the primary sling to be used with the M4and M5 adapter rails.RIFLE

2. Use pliers to install clamp (3) on front sight base (4).0020 00-3

ADAPTER RAIL ACCESSORY MOUNTINGPROCEDURES0020 00TOP SLING - INSTALLATION (Cont)3. Attach sling (5) to topsling adapter strap (1)and to clamp (3).4. Ad

TOP SUNG - REMOVAL (Cont)1.Remove sling (1) fromclamp (2) and top slingadapter strap (3).0020 00-5

ADAPTER RAIL ACCESSORY MOUNTINGPROCEDURESTOP SLING - REMOVAL (Cont)0020 002. Use pliers to removeclamp (2) from frontsight base (4).0020 00-6

3. Untie top sling adapterstrap (3) and removefrom buttstock (5).4. Install sling.0020 00-7

M4/M4A1 CARBINECaliber...5.56 mmWeight...w/30 (loaded) round mag 7.5 lbLength...

ADAPTER RAIL ACCESSORY MOUNTINGPROCEDURESVERTICAL PISTOL GRIPNOTE0020 00The rail covers will lock only into the end slots of the rails.1.Detach the ra

3.For the rifle. first install a “9 rib” rail cover, next the vertical pistol grip andthen a “6 rib” rail cover. The pistol grip may be moved to the m

ADAPTER RAIL ACCESSORY MOUNTINGPROCEDURES0020 004. Unscrew the pistol grip lock to the point that the upper tip rests below theslotted surface of the

7.NOTEAssure the top of the pistol grip lock is aligned with arail slot or the top may be damaged. In addition, thepistol grip may come loose if the t

ADAPTER RAlL ACCESSORY MOUNTlNGPROCEDURES0020 00CLEANING & INSPECTlON OF THE VERTICAL PISTOL GRIP1. Clean, inspect and lubricate when the pistol g

4. Lightly lubricate the rail surfaces but not the pistol grip itself. The shaft andthreads of the pistol grip lock are self lubricating polymer and s

CHAPTER 5AMMUNITION

AMMUNITION0021 00AMMUNITION: 5.56MMWARNINGDO NOT FIRE:• Seriously corroded ammunition.• Dented cartridges• Cartridges with loose bullets.• Cartridges

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT C: Distribution authorized to U.S. Governmentagencies and their contractors. This publication is required for administrationand

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION (Cont)0002 00EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES (Cont)M4/M4A1 CARBINE (Cont)Sustained Rate of Fire12/15 rpmMa

APPENDIX AREFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

REFERENCESDEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY PAMPLETS AND FORMS0022 00DA PAM 738-750 . . . The Army Maintenance Management System(TAMMS)DA Form 2028 . . . . . . .

REFERENCES 0022 00TECHNICAL MANUALSSW 370-AE-MMI-010. . . . . . Unit and Direct Support MaintenanceManual forM203Grenade LauncherTM 3-4230-216-10. . .

RELATED PUBLICATIONSDOD 4160.21-M-1...Defense Demilitarization ManualSI-1300-15/2B. . . . . . . Procedure for Requesting Disposition for Class V (

APPENDIX BCOMPONENTS OF END ITEM,BASIC ISSUE ITEMS LISTS,ADDlTlONAL AUTHORIZED LISTSANDEXPENDABLE/DURABLE SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS LISTS

COMPONENTS OF END ITEM0023 00SCOPEThese work packages lists Components of End Item (COEI) and Basic IssueItems (Bll) for the M16 series rifles and M4

COMPONENTS OF END lTEM (Cont)GENERAL (Cont)0023 00Bll. These essential items required to place the M16 series rifles and M4 seriescarbines in operatio

Column (3) - Description, CAGEC, and Part Number. Identifies the Federalname (in all capitol letters) followed by a minimum description when needed.Th

COMPONENTS OF END ITEM0023 001005-00-921-5004(6)QTYRQR1111005-01-21645701005-01-368-9852END OF TASK(1)(2)(3)ILLUSNATIONALDESCRIPTION, CAGEC,NO.STOCK N

BASIC ISSUE ITEMS0024 00(1)ILLUSNO.(2)NATIONALSTOCKNUMBER(3) (4) (5)(6)DESCRIPTION, CAGEC, ANDQTYPARTNUMBERUOC U/MRQRTM 9-1005-319-10EA1END OF TASK002

ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZED LISTS 0025 00SCOPEThis work package lists additional items you are authorized for the support of theM16 series rifles and M4 ser

ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZED LISTS (Cont)0025 00EXPLANATION OF COLUMNS IN AAL (Cont)Column (2) - Description, Commercial and Government Entity Code (CAGE).an

(1)(2)(3) (4(5)NATIONALDESCRIPTION, CAGEC, AND PARTQTYSTOCK NUMBER1005-00-193-33061005-00-118-61921005-01-361-8308NUMBERBAG, PROTECTIVE:for 30 round m

ADDITIONAL AUTHORlZED LIST (Cont)0025 00(1)(2)NATIONAL DESCRIPTlON, CAGEC, ANDSTOCK NUMBERPART NUMBER1005-00-903-1296BRUSH, CLEANING, SMALL ARMS:bore1

(1)(2) (3)(4) (5)NATIONALDESCRIPTION, CAGEC, ANDQTYSTOCK NUMBER1005-00-403-58048465-00-781-95641005-01-113-03211005-00-921-50041005-00-233-9031PART NU

LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS0003 000003 00-0Figure 1-1. M16A2 and M16A3 Rifle.

ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZED LIST (Cont)0025 00(1)NATIONALSTOCK NUMBER1005-00-050-63571005-00-937-22501005-00-406-1570(2)(3)DESCRIPTION, CAGEC,AND PART NUMBE

(1)NATIONALSTOCK NUMBER1005-00-017-97011005-01-227-1739(2)DESCRIPTION, CAGEC, ANDPART NUMBERMTOE AUTHORIZED ITEMSBAYONET - KNIFE M7W/SCABBARD(19204) 8

EXPENDABLE/DURABLE SUPPLIES ANDMATERIALS LISTSINTRODUCTION0026 00SCOPEThis work package lists expendable and durable items that you will need tooperat

EXPENDABLE/DURABLE SUPPLIES ANDMATERIALS LISTS (Cont)0026 00EXPLANATION OF COLUMNS IN THE EXPENDABLE/DURABLE ITEMS LIST(Cont)Column (2) - Level. This

ITEMNUMBER1(1)234(2)LEVELCCCC(3)(5)NATIONALSTOCK NUMBERPART NUMBERU/M(4)DESCRIPTION. CAGEC, AND9150-01-102-14739920-00-292-99466850-00-224-66561005-00

EXPENDABLE/DURABLE SUPPLES ANDWATERlALS LIST (Cont)0026 00(1)ITEMNUMBER567O6850-00-281-1985C9150-00-292-9689C9150-00-935-6597(4)(3)(4)LEVELNATIONALDES

(1)ITEMNUMBER8910(2)LEVELCCCEND OF TASK(3)NATIONALSTOCK NUMBER9150-00-889-35227920-00-205-17111005-00-912-4248(4)(5)DESCRIPTION, CAGEC,AND PART NUMBER

By Order of the Secretary of the Army:GARY G. BISHOPColonel, united states ArmyChief of StaffJOEL B. HUDSONAdministrative Assistant to theSecretary of

123456CHARGING HANDLE ASSEMBLY. Provides initial charging of theweapon. The charging handle locks in the forward position duringsustained fire to prev

LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS0003 00Figure 1-2. M16A4, M4 and M4A1 Carbine0003 00-2

1234567CHARGING HANDLE ASSEMBLY.Provides initial charging of the weapon.The charging handle locks in the forward position during sustained fire to pre

PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION0004 00NOTEMagazine may be inserted with bolt assembly open closed.1. Place selector lever on SAFE.2.Insert loaded cartridges m

7.Gas from the burning propellant pushes the projectile along the barrel of theweapon.8. The rifling in the barrel causes the projectile to rotate whi

CHAPTER 2OPERATING lNSTRUCTlONS

WARNINGBefore starting an inspection, be sure to clear the weapon.Do notsqueeze the trigger until the weapon has been cleared. Inspect thechamber to e

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DESCRIPTION AND USE OF CONTROLS AND FEATURES0005 00RIGHT VIEW.1.ELEVATION KNOB. Allows operator to adjust sights for range changes.2.WINDAGE KNOB. Al

Figure 2-1. Right Side View0005 00-3

DESCRIPTION AND USE OF CONTROLS ANDFEATURES (Cont)0005 00LEFT VIEW1.COMPENSATOR. Prevents the muzzle of the weapon from rising duringfiring.2.CARRYING

END OF TASKFigure 2-2. Left Side View.0005 00-5/6 blank

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES(PMCS)0006 00GENERALTo ensure the readiness of your weapon, perform the preventive maintenanceprocedures in

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES(PMCS) (Cont)0006 00Man-Hour Column. This column indicates the man-hours required to completethe required pr

THIS WORK PACKAGE COVERS:PMCS checks and servicesINlTlAL SETUP:OperatorWARNINGBefore starting an inspection, be sure to clear the weapon. DO NOT squee

WARNING (Cont)If your weapon stops firing with a live round in the chamber of a hotbarrel, remove the round fast. However, if you cannot remove it wit

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES(PMCS) (Cont)0006 00WARNINGBefore starting an inspection, be sure to clear the weapon (WP 001300-1). Do not

Item234IntervalBeforeBefore/DuringBeforeMan-HourItem To BeChecked OrServicedProcedureUpperCheck for barrelReceiver -losseness (using handBarrelpressur

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES(PMCS) (Cont)0006 00Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and ServicesItemIntervalItem To BeChecked OrServi

60006 00-7ItemInterval5(cont)BeforeItem To BeMan-Checked OrHourServicedVisualinspection ofWeaponEquipment NotProcedureReady/Available If;magazine catc

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVlCES(PMCS) (Cont)0006 00Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Servicesltem78IntervalDuringDuringMan-HourIte

Item To BeEquipment NotMan-checked orReady/AvailableItemIntervalHour ServicedProcedureIf:9AfterMaintenance Disassemble weaponIf parts areof weapon(WP

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT0007 00M15A2/M23 BLANK FIRING ATTACHMENT (BFA)WARNINGBefore installation, be sure to clear the weapon.Use only blank M200 wit

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT (Cont) 0007 00M15A2/M23 BLANK FlRlNG ATTACHMENT (BFA) (Cont)CAUTIONDo not use tools to tighten attachment. HANDS ONLY.NOTEAf

WARNINGBe installation, be sure to clear the weapon.TOP SUNG ADAPTER1. Remove weapon sling from weapon.2. Work adapter sling through swivel and throug

WARNING (Cont)Sustained rate of fire should never be exceeded except undercircumstances of extreme urgency.Exceeding the sustained rate of fire can re

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT (Cont) 0007 003. Work buckle under and then throughloop.4. Attach clamp.5. Attach rifle sling to top sling adapter.END OF TA

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS0008 00CLEARING WEAPONWARNINGTO be considered SAFE before disassembly, cleaning, inspecting,transporting, or storing,

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)0008 00CLEARING WEAPON (Cont)3. To lock bolt open, pull charging4. Check receiver and chamber tohandle rearwar

CLEARING WEAPON (Cont)5. With selector lever pointingtoward SAFE, allow bolt to gofoward by pressing upperportion of bolt catch.0008 00-3

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)0008 00OPERATIONWARNINGWith the bolt carriers assembly locked to the rear or in its forward position,if the wea

b. SEMI. Weapon will fire one roundeach time the trigger is pulled.c. BURST. Weapon will fire athree-round burst each timethe trigger is pulled.0008 0

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIlONS (Cont)OPERATION (Cont)0008 00d. AUTO (M4A1 and M16A3 only).Weapon will continue to fire aslong as the trigger is pul

NOTEMagazine may be loaded with bolt assembly open or closed.2. Loading for Semiauto Fire and Chambering a Round.a. With hammer cocked, placeselector

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)0008 000PERATION (Cont)c. Push upward until magazinecatch engages and holdsmagazine.d. Tap upward to make sure

WARNINGYour weapon is now loaded. Ensure it is pointed in a SAFE direction.e. Depress upper portion of boltf. Tap forward assist to ensurecatch. Bolt

WARNING (Cont)DO NOT FIRE:Seriously corroded ammunition.Dented cartridges.Cartridges with loose bullets.cartridges exposed to extreme heat (135°) unti

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)OPERATION (Cont)0008 00g. Chambering a round from thebolt closed position; withmagazine inserted, pull charging

CAUTIONNever ‘ride’ the charginghandle. Let it go forward onits own.i. Tap forward assist to ensurebolt is fully forward andlocked.0008 00-11

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS0008 00OPERATION (Cont)NOTEIf weapon is not to be fired immediately, dose ejection port cover.3. THREE-ROUND BURST CON

b.To guarantee a three-round burst the first time you pull the trigger,follow these steps:(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)WARNINGStart with a clear weapon.Place select

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)OPERATION (Cont)0008 00(6) Slide the charging handle all theway forward.(7) Place selector on SAFE.0008 00-14

(8) Insert and seat a loadedmagazine.(9) Push on the upper potionof the bolt catch to allow thebolt to go forward.0008 00-15

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITlONS (Cont)0008 00OPERATION (Cont)WARNINGYour weapon is now loaded.Ensure it is pointed in a safe direction.(10) Placing t

IMMEDIATE ACTION - If your weapon stops firing, perform the followingimmediate actions:WARNINGIf a noticeable difference in sound or recoil is experie

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDlTlONS (Cont)0008 00IMMEDIATE ACTION (Cont)WARNINGDo not load with a hot chamber.2.Pull charging handle all the way backback

3. If cartridge or case is ejected orchamber is clear, Releasecharging handle to feed newround. Don’t ride the charginghandle forward.4. TAP forward a

TECHNICAL MANUALNO. 9-1005-319-10*TM 9-1005-318-10TO 11W35-5-41SW 370-BU-OPI-010HEADQUARTERSDEPARTMENTS OF THE ARMY,AIR FORCE, AND NAVYWashington D.C.

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)REMEDIAL ACTIONWARNING0008 00If your weapon stops firing with a live round in the chamber of a hotbarrel, remov

BULLET STUCK IN BOREWARNINGIf an audible ‘POP’ or reduced RECOIL is experienced during firing,immediately CEASE FIRE.DO NOT APPLY IMMEDIATE ACTION.1.

OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDlTlONS (Cont)0008 00BULLET STUCK IN BORE (Cont)3. Place the selector lever on the"SAFE"’ position.4. Visually insp

LOADING MAGAZlNENOTEThe magazine may be loadedquickly using ten-round stripperclips and the magazine fillerfound in each bandoleer.1.With the magazine

OPERATlON UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)LOADING MAGAZINE (Cont)0008 002.Remove the empty stripper dip whileholding the magazine filler in place.3. Repe

OPERATlONS UNDER UNUSUAL CONDlTIONS0009 00NOTERemoval of the muzzle cap prior to firing is recommended. Place it inyour pocket for future use. However

OPERATIONS UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)0009 00EXTREME COLD CLIMATE - ARCTIC (Cont)NOTEUnder extreme cold conditions, a small amount of CLP on movin

d.Unload and hand function the weapon every 30 minutes to help preventfreezing of functional parts.e.Do not lay a warm weapon directly in snow or ice.

OPERATIONS UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS (Cont) 0009 00HOT, WET CLIMATE -JUNGLENOTEUse CLP to clean and lube.1.Perform normal maintenance as outlined in th

HOT, DRY CLIMATE - DESERTNOTEHot, dry climates are usually areas containing blowing sand and fine dustDeserts can be hot during daylight hours and fre

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT C: Distribution authorized to U.S. Governmentagencies and their contractors. This publication is required for administrationand

OPERATIONS UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)0009 00HOT, DRY CLIMATE - DESERT (Cont)3. The use of overall weapon protection cover, muzzle cap, and spare

HEAVY RAIN AND FORDING OPERATIONS - ALL CLIMATES1. Perform maintenance in accordance with the appropriate climate conditions.2. Always attempt to keep

OPERATIONS UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)0009 00AFTER FORDlNGWARNINGDo not fire if water is presentin barrel.1. Remove muzzle cap.2. Point the muzzle

3. Pull charging handle 2 to 3 inches4. Release charging handle andrearward end allow water to drain.strike forward assist to seat roundend lock bolt.

OPERATIONS UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS (Cont)0009 00AFTER FORDING (Cont)5. Clear the drain hole in the stock with a pipecleaner and drain.AFTER SALT WATE

FUNCTlONAL CHECK0010 00WARNINGBefore starting functional check, be sure to clear the weapon. DO NOTsqueeze the trigger until the weapon has been clear

FUNCTIONAL CHECK (Cont)0010 00NOTESlow is defined as 1/4 to 1/2 the normal rate of bigger release.b.SEMI: Place selector lever onSEMI. Pull trigger. H

c. BURST (M16A2, M16A4 and M4 Only):M4 Only): Place selector lever onBURST. Charge weapon and squeezetrigger, hammer should fall. Holdtrigger to the r

FUNCTIONAL CHECK (Cont) 0010 00d. AUTO (M16A3 and M4A1 Only):Pull the charging handle to the rear,charging the weapon. Squeeze thetrigger; hammer shou

25 METER ZEROING PROCEDUREADJUSTABLE REAR SIGHT - Two apertures for range0011 00SHORT RANGE OR AT NIGHT -This “largeraperture is used for 0-200 meters

TABLE OF CONTENTSWP Sequence No.CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTlONGeneral Information0001 00Equipment Description0002 00Location And Description Of Major Componen

25 METER ZEROING PROCEDURE (Cont)0011 00BATTLESIGHT ZEROWhen battlesights are on your weapon:a The front sight past and rear sight windage knob are ad

BATTLESIGHT ZEROING ADJUSTMENTS1.During zeroing procedures, only the front sight post and windage knob areadjusted to move the strike of the bullet on

25 METER ZEROING PROCEDURE (Cont)0011 00FOR ELEVATION (per click)IMPACTDISTANCE0.9 cm (3/8 in.)25 meters (M16A2/M16A3/M16A4)3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)100 mete

FOR ELEVATION (per click)IMPACT1.2 cm (1/2 in.)4.8 cm (1 7/8 in.)9.6 cm (3 ¾ in.)FOR WlNDAGE KNOB (per click)IMPACT0.5 cm (3/16 in.)1.9 cm (3/4 in.)4.

25 METER ZEROING PROCEDURE (Cont)0011 00BATTLESIGHT ZEROING ADJUSTMENTS (Cont)To remember your correct battlesight zero windage, note location of wind

1.Position a 25 Meter Zero Target; NSN 6920-01-395-2949, 25 meters from thefiring line. The rifle target is on one side and the carbine target on the

25 METER ZEROING PROCEDURES (Cont) 0011 00BATTLESIGHT ZEROING ADJUSTMENTS (Cont)6.If your shot group is not in the center of the bull’s eye, use the s

10.If your group is centered, your weapon is now zeroed.RIFLES ONLY11.Rotate the rear sight elevation knob counterclockwise (down) one click tothe 300

TROUBLESHOOTlNG PROCEDURES0012 00INTRODUCTlONTable 1 lists common malfunctions that you may find with your equipment.Perform the tests, inspections, a