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What is the first step in loading a self-loading rifle or carbine?
What should you do after pulling the cocking lever all the way back while loading a self-loading rifle or carbine?
What is the purpose of step 3 in unloading a self-loading rifle or carbine?
What should you check after pulling the cocking lever back while unloading a self-loading rifle or carbine?
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What is the final step in unloading a self-loading rifle or carbine?
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When should you squeeze the trigger to release the internal hammer while unloading a self-loading rifle or carbine?
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What is the primary purpose of step 2 in unloading a self-loading rifle or carbine?
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Why is it essential to maintain a safe direction during step 5 of unloading a self-loading rifle or carbine?
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What should you do immediately after pulling the cocking lever back in step 5?
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Why is it necessary to place the safety catch in the safe position in step 7?
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What should be your primary concern during the entire unloading process?
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Study Notes
Loading a Self-Loading Rifle or Carbine
- Identify a safe direction to avoid accidental discharge.
- Point the rifle in the safe direction with your finger off the trigger to prevent accidental firing.
- Attach a loaded magazine to the rifle using your support hand.
- Place the safety catch on "fire" to allow the cocking lever to be pulled forward.
- Place your hand on the cocking lever and pull it all the way back with your finger off the trigger, keeping the muzzle in a safe direction.
- Allow the cocking lever to spring forward on its own without assisting it.
Unloading a Self-Loading Rifle or Carbine
- Identify a safe direction to avoid accidental discharge.
- Point the rifle in a safe direction and remove the magazine with your finger off the trigger.
- Place the safety catch on "fire" to allow the cocking lever to be pulled back.
- Place an open hand on the cocking lever and pull it back to check the chamber and magazine well.
- Check the chamber and magazine well for any remaining rounds while maintaining a safe direction and keeping your finger off the trigger.
- With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, squeeze the trigger to release the internal hammer.
- Place the safety catch in the "safe" position to complete the unloading process.
Unloading a Self-Loading Rifle or Carbine
- Identify a safe direction to ensure the rifle is pointed away from people and objects
- Remove the magazine while keeping the rifle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger
- Engage the safety catch to allow the cocking lever to be pulled back
- Place an open hand on the cocking lever to maintain control
- Pull the cocking lever back and inspect the chamber and magazine well, ensuring the rifle is still pointed in a safe direction and finger remains off the trigger
- Squeeze the trigger to release the internal hammer, with the muzzle still pointed in a safe direction
- Engage the safety catch in the safe position to confirm the rifle is unloaded
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Description
Learn the steps to safely load a self-loading rifle or carbine, including identifying a safe direction, attaching a magazine, and cocking the lever. Essential knowledge for firearm users.
