Manual

Note: The inside of the barrel and inside of front

half of the gas cylinder come into direct contact

with the combustion gases and are also submitted

to friction;

they consequently require more care

and attention. Other components are protected

against oxidising by phosphating (parts of the

mechanism and receiver) and the piston and gas

plug are hard chromed.

Precaution after firing

To be on the safe side, particularly in hot cli-

mates, and to make subsequent cleaning of barrel

and gas cylinder easier, the user is strongly advised

to take the following preventive measure:

Immediately ofter firing, before leaving the

firing range or scene of manceuvres, clean barrel

and gas cylinder by wiping with a rag steeped in

special oil (Rifle bore oil).

This precaution has the effect

of:-

Neutralising the harmful effect of any fouling

caused by residue of powder gases;

Preventing the formation of carbon deposits in

the gas cylinder ond gas block;

Allowing the usual cleaning operations to be

postponed for at least 24 hours, without

causing any damage.

Within 48 hours of carrying out this precaution,

the rifle should be completely cleaned as indicated

in paragraphs 2 and 3.