M16-Series Rifle, M4/M4A1
Carbine:
Firing Stoppage? Try C-SPORTS!
Presented by:PS Magazine Date:Published Feb 18, 2021
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Normal Productivity
C-SPORTS
The complete procedures for both immediate and remedial action are in WP 0005 in TM 9-1005-319-10
Confirm
Slap
Pull
Observe
Release
Tap
Squeeze
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Confirm
that the selector is set to the AUTO, SEMI or BURST detent prior to the other steps of SPORTS immediate action procedures.
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Slap
Slap upward on magazine to make sure it’s properly seated.
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Pull charging handle all the way to the rear.
Pull
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Observe
Observe for ejection of case or cartridge.
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Release the charging handle.
Release
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Tap
Tap the forward assist.
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Squeeze
Squeeze trigger and weapon should fire.
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More about this procedure can be found in TACOM Safety of Use (SOU) message 18-005, DTG: 231057Z Apr 18.
https://www.psmagazine.army.mil
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