TM 9-1095-201-15D E P A R T M E N T O F T H E A R M Y T E C H N I C A L M A N U A L

O P E R A T O R , O R G A N I Z A T I O N A L , F I E L D

A N D D E P O T M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L

G R O U N D S I G N A L P R O J E C T O R

M 1 A 1 ; H A N D P Y R O T E C H N I C

P R O J E C T O R M 9 ; A N D

P Y R O T E C H N I C P I S T O L A N - M 8

W I T H P Y R O T E C H N I C P I S T O L

M O U N T M 1

HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYNOVEMBER 1962

Change in Force: C2TM 9-1095-201-15

CHANGE

No. 2

C2

HEADQUARTERSDEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

Washington, DC 30 September 1991

OPERATOR, ORGANIZATIONAL, FIELD AND DEPOT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

GROUND SIGNAL PROJECTOR M1A1 (1095-00-731-2570) (EIC: 4WK);HAND PYROTECHNIC PROJECTOR M9 AND

PYROTECHNIC PISTOL AN-M8 WITHPYROTECHNIC PISTOL MOUNT M1 (1095-00-726-5657) (EIC: 4MP)

TM 9-1095-201-15, 13 NOVEMBER 1962, is changed as follows:

1. The Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9 is no longer supported. Disregard allmaterials in this technical manual pertaining to the M9 Hand PyrotechnicProjector.

2 . Page 10, paragraph 18, item c (1) through (3) is changed to read (1) “Wearissue gloves, eye protection, ear plugs and helmet. (2) If worn, disconnectlanyard from pistol. (3) Open barrel of pistol. (4) Insert signal into barrel,with primer end toward firing pin. (5) Close barrel. (6) Fire at an angle ofapproximately 45 degrees. (7) Squeeze back the trigger until the pistol fires.(8) Exercise extreme care when firing through trees or similar obstructions.(9) When the aircraft parachute flare M9A1 is to be fired, hold the pistolfirmly with both hands. The weight and design of this flare causes extremerecoi l when f ired.”

3 . Page 11, paragraph 19 item a (1) through (3) is changed to read (1) “Ifmis f i re , wait 2 seconds and pull trigger again. (2) I f s t i l l mis f i re , keepprojector pointed as before and wait 30 seconds. (3) Manually remove signalfrom projector. (4) Examine the signal for primer indentation due to firingpin. (5) If no indentation exists, the firing mechanism may be defective: seetable IV, Troubleshooting. (6) If indentation exists, place tape on primer end.(7) Place misfired/DUD round in safe area/pit and dispose of in appropriatemanner as prescribed by local range and safety SOPs. (8) If DUDs, do nottouch; mark locations and notify explosive ordnance detachment (EOD).”

4. Page 11, paragraph 19 item c (1) through (4) is changed to read (1) “Ifmis f i re , wait 2 seconds and pull trigger again. (2) I f s t i l l mis f i re , keeppistol pointed as before and wait 30 seconds. (3) Manually remove signal fromp i s to l . (4) Except for the M9A1 aircraft parachute flare, examine the signalfor primer indentation due to “firing pin. (5) If no indentation exists, thefiring mechanism may be defective: see table IV, Troubleshooting. (6) If M9A1misfire or if indentation exists, place tape on primer end. (7) Place misfired/DUD round in safe area/pit and dispose of in appropriate manner as prescribed bylocal range and safety SOPs. (8) If DUDs, do not touch; mark locations andnotify explosive ordnance detachment (EOD).”

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TM 9-1095-201-15C 2

5 . Add the folowing paragraphs in chapter 3, section II, paragraph 29 beforethe first paragraph. “wherever the term Cleaner Lubricant and Preservative(CLP) or the words 'lubricant', 'lube', 'LSA', 'LAW' or 'oil' are cited in thisTM, interpret to mean CLP, LSA or LAW can be utilized asfollowing constraints must be adhered to:

a. Under all but the coldest arctic conditions, LSAlubricants to use on your weapon. Either may be used atever, do not use both on the same weapon at the same time.

applicable. The

or CLP are the-10°F and above. How-

b. LAW is the lubricant to use during cold arctic conditions, +10°F andbelow.

c. Any of the lubricants may be used from -10°F to +10°F.

d. Do not mix lubricants on the same weapon. The weapon must be thorough-ly cleaned during, change from one lubricant to another. Dry Cleaning Solvent(SD) is recommended for cleaning during change from one lubricant to another.

Rifle Bore Cleaner (RBC) may be used to remove carbon buildup in the bore andother portions of the weapon.”

6. Add “Appendix IV Expendable Supplies and Materials List (ESML)” and includethe fol lowing:

Item Level National Descript ion U/MNo. Stock

Number

1 c 1005-00-242-5687 Bottle, Assembly E ACyl indr ica l(19204) 8448444

2 c 6850-00-224-6656 Cleaning Compound, Rifle OZBore: small arms borecleaning solution (RBC)2-02 (59.15-m1) bottle(81349) MIL-C-372

3 c 9150-00-292-9689

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c 9150-00-935-6597c 9150-00-889-3522

Lubricating Oil, Weapons: QT(LAW) 1-qt (.95-1) can(81349) MIL-L-14107

Lubricating Oil, Weapons:(LSA), semifluid2-02 (59.15-ml) plastic bt OZ4-02 (118.3-ml) bt OZ(81349) MIL-L-46000

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By Order of the Secretary of the Army:

GORDON R. SULLIVANGeneral, United States Army

Chief of StaffOfficial:

PATRICIA P. HICKERSONBrigadier General, United States Army

The Adjutant General

DISTRIBUTION:

To be distributed in accordance with DA Form 12-40-E, (Block 0899),Unit, Direct and General Support Maintenance requirements forTM 9-1005-201-15.

PIN: 026692-002

Technical Manual

*TM 9-1095-201-15

HEADQUARTERS,DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

No. 9-1095-201-15 WASHINGTON 25, D. C., 13 November 1962

GROUND SIGNAL PROJECTOR M1A1; HAND

PYROTECHNIC PROJECTOR M9; AND PYROTECHNIC

PISTOL AN-M8 WITH PYROTECHNIC PISTOL MOUNT M1

C H A P T E R 1 .S e c t i o n I .

II.C H A P T E R 2 .

S e c t i o n I .II.

III.IV.

C H A P T E R 3 .S e c t i o n I .

II.III .IV.

C H A P T E R 4 .S e c t i o n I .

II.C H A P T E R 5 .

S e c t i o n I .II.

III.IV.

C H A P T E R 6 .C H A P T E R 7 .C H A P T E R 8 .C H A P T E R 9 .A P P E N D I X I .

II.III.

INDEX . . . . . .

INTRODUCTIONGeneral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Description and data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSService upon receipt of materiel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Operation under usual conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Operation under unusual conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSRepair parts, tools, special tools, and equipment . . . . . . . . . . , . .Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Preventive-maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .INSPECTIONSGeneral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inspection procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRGround signal projector M1A1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hand pyrotechnic projector M9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8 with pyrotechnic pistol mount Ml . . . . . .Maintenance under unusual conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FINAL INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AMMUNITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DESTRUCTION OF MATERIEL TO PREVENT ENEMY USE . . . . .SHIPMENT AND STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

P a r a g r a p h s

1-34-7

8,910-1314-2122-24

25-2829,3031-3536,37

38-4041-44

45-4849-5253-5657,5859,6061-6869,7071-73

P a g e s

2-45,6

89

9-1111,12

1313

14-1617

1819,20

21,2222,2324-27

2930

31-373840

REFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42MAINTENANCE ALLOCATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44BASIC ISSUE ITEMS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

*This manual supersedes TM 9-2018/TO 39A-20 -2, 8 February 1954 including Cl, 28 October 1957; TM 9-1290,18 March 1943; ORD 7&8, SNL B-40, 17 January 1957; ORD 7&8, SNL B-38/TO 11W2-9-3-34, 2 October 1956; andORD 7-8, SNL B-33/TO 11W2-9-2-24, 16 November 1956.

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Figure 1.

Figure 2.

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Section I. GENERAL

1. Scopea. This manual contains instructions, signal projector M1A1 (fig. 1), hand pyro-

information, and guidance of personnel technic projector M9 (fig. 2), and pyro-responsible for operation, organizational, technic pistol AN-M8 with pyrotechnicfield, and depot maintenance of the ground pistol mount M1 (figs. 3 and 4).

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Figure 3.

b. This manual contains a descriptionof and procedures for disassembly, in-spection, repair, and assembly of the aboveitems. Appendix I contains a list of currentreferences, including supply manuals,forms, technical manuals, and other avail-able publications applicable to the ma-teriel. Appendix II contains the mainte-nance allocation chart which indicates theechelon to perform maintenance. AppendixIII contains a list of basic issue items.

c. TM 9-1095-201-25P contains a listof repair parts and special tools which arerequired by personnel performing organ-izational, field, and depot maintenance onthe weapons.

d. Any errors or omissions will be for-warded on DA Form 2028, direct to theCommanding General, Headquarters, U.S.Army Weapons Command, Rock IslandArsenal, Rock Island, Illinois, ATTN:AMSWE-SMM.

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Figure 4.

e. This manual differs from TM 9-2018/T.O. 39A-20-2, dated 8 February 1954,as follows:

(1) Adds information on depot mainte-nance.

(2) Revises information as indicated:(a) Preventive maintenance.(b) Operation.(c) Troubleshooting.(d) Inspection.(e) Organizational maintenance.(f) Field maintenance.

(3) Deletes reference to lubricationchart.

2. Maintenance Allocationa. Operator Maintenance. The pre-

scribed maintenance to be performed bythe operator will apply as reflected in theoperator-maintenance (first echelon) col-umn of the maintenance allocation chart(app. II). In all cases where the nature ofthe repair, modification, or adjustment isbeyond the scope or facilities of the oper-ator, the items will be moved to the echelonindicated in the allocation chart for thetype of repairs required.

b. Organizational Maintenance. T h eprescribed maintenance to be performedby maintenance personnel of the using or-

ganization will apply as reflected in theorganizational-maintenance (second ech-elon) column of the maintenance allocationchart (app. II). In all cases where the na-ture of the repair, modification, or ad-justment is beyond the scope or facilitiesof the. using organization, the supportingOrdnance maintenance unit should be in-formed so that trained personnel with suit-able tools and equipment may providenecessary repairs.

c. Field and Depot Maintenance. T h eprescribed maintenance to be performedby field or depot maintenance personnel,will apply as reflected in the fourth or fifthechelon column of the maintenance alloca-tion chart (app. II). The repair parts arelisted and may be requisitioned from TM9-1095-201-25P.

3. Forms, Records, and Reportsa . G e n e r a l . Responsibility for the

proper execution of forms, records, andreports rests upon the officers of all unitsmaintaining this equipment. However, thevalue of accurate records must be fullyappreciated by all persons responsible fortheir compilation, maintenance, and use.Records, reports, and authorized formsare normally utilized to indicate the type,quantity, and condition of materiel to beinspected, to be repaired or to be used inrepair. Properly executed forms conveyauthorization and serve as records for re-pair or replacement of materiel in thehands of troops and for delivery of materielrequiring further repair to Ordnanceshops, arsenals, depots, etc. The forms,records, and reports determine the workrequired, the progress of the work withinthe shops, and the status of the materielafter repair.

b. Authorized Forms. The forms gen-erally applicable to units operating ormaintaining this materiel are listed in ap-pendix I. For instructions on use of theseforms, refer to FM 9-3 and 9-4. For alisting of all forms, refer to DA Pam 310-2.

c. Field Reports of Accidents.(1) Injury to personnel or damage to

materiel. The reports necessaryto comply with the requirements ofthe Army safe ty program are

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(2)

prescribed in detail in AR 385-40.These reports are required when-ever accidents involving injury topersonnel or damage to materieloccur.Ammunition. Whenever an acci-dent or malfunction of ammunitionoccurs, firing of the remainder ofthe lot which malfunctions will beimmediately discontinued. In addi-

quired in (1) above, details of theaccident or malfunction will be re-ported as prescribed in AR 700-1300-8.

d. Report of Unsatisfactory Equipmentor Materials. Any deficiencies detectedin the equipment covered herein, whichoccur under the circumstances indicatedin AR 700-38, should be reported immedi-ately in accordance with the applicable in-

tion to any applicable reports re- strictions in cited

Section II. DESCRIPTION AND DATA

4. Descriptiona. Ground Signal Projector M1A1 (fig.

1). This unit is a light-weight, heavy-duty,mechanically supported ground projector.It is single-loading, manually fired, andis used to project the M27 high burst rang-ing ground signal.

b. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9 (fig.2). This equipment is a small, compact,lightweight, hand-supported and hand-op-erated projector used in signaling fromaircraft to aircraft, aircraft to ground,and ground unit to ground unit. The unitis single-loading.

c. Pyrotechnic Pistol AN-M8 with Pyro-technic Pistol Mount Ml (fig. 3).

(1)

(2)

(3)

The pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8 (fig.4) is a single shot, double action,breech-loading-type pistol, usedfor the same purposes as the pro-jector M9 (b above) and utilizes thesame signals. In addition, the pistolAN-M8 is used to project the para-chute aircraft flare M9A1.The pyrotechnic pistol mount Ml(fig. 5) is used as a holder for theAN-M8 pistol. The mount is pro-vided with four symmetrically placedhelical springs, which absorb therecoil shock and a cushioning gas-ket, to absorb the counterrecoil.The cover is provided for use whenthe pistol is removed from themount.A canvas holder (an article of AirForce supply) for both the pistoland appropriate number of aircraftsignals, is supplied and securely

attached to

regulation:

the airplane at or nearthe pistol mount location. Thisholder is held in position by a suit-able bracket or shelf (provided bythe airplane manufacturer) whichis equipped with the necessary snapfasteners for attaching the holder.The pistol is carried in the holder,as shown in figure 6.

5. Differences Between ModelsThe projector M9 and the pistol AN-M8

serve the same purpose, i.e., signalingand/or production of illumination for mili-tary operations. The projector M1A1 isused for field artillery training purposesonly. It projects a high bursting signal thatproduces a smoke puff, at the top of itsascent, simulating an exploding shell.

6. Nameplate and Serial Numbera. Ground Signal Projector M1A1. This

unit has no nameplate or serial numberaffixed to it or stamped in it.

b. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9. Thename and model number of the projectorare stamped in the breech plate (fig. 7).The serial number is stamped on the latchassembly.

c. Pyrotechnic Pistol AN-M8 with Pyro-technic Pistol Mount M1. The name andmodel number of the pistol AN-M8 arestamped in the right-hand frame plate (fig.4). The serial number is stamped on theback of the frame. No name or serial num-ber is stamped on the mount Ml.

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Figure 5.

Figure 6.

7. Tabulated Dataa. Ground SignalWeight (w/support)

Projector M1A1- - - - - - - 12.67 lb

Length (w/o support and spike) -- 15-3/4 in.Length (w/support w/o spike) - 49 in.Length (w/support and spike) - 57-1/2 in.Bore:

Diameter -------------------------------- 1.636 in.Length ------------------------------------- 11-5/8 in.Associated equipment------------ lanyard

b. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9.Weight -------------------------------------------- 1 lbLength (overall) ------------------------------- 8 in.Length of barrel ---------------------------------- 6 in.Diameter of bore --------------------------- 1.575 in.

c. Pyrotechnic Pistol AN-M8 with Pyro-technic Pistol Mount M1.

(1) Pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8.

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Figure 7.

Weight -----------------------------2.13 lb (2) Pyrotechnic pistol mount M1.Length (overall) ---------------- 8 in. Weight ---------------------------- 1.12 lbLength of barrel ----------------- 4-1/8 in.Diameter of bore ---------------- 1.580 in. d. Ammunition. For information on am- Trigger pull --------------------- 5 to 8 1b munition, see table V.

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CHAPTER 2

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Section I. SERVICE UPON

8. Generala. When a new or reconditioned projec-

tor MlAl, hand projector M9, pistol AN-M8 with pistol mount Ml is received, it isthe responsibility of the officer in chargeto determine whether the materiel has beenproperly prepared for service by the sup-plying organization and to be sure it is incondition to perform its function.

b. All repair parts, tools, and equip-ment will be checked with the listing inappendix III, this manual, and TM 9-1095-201-25P.

c. A record will be made of all missingparts, tools, and equipment and of any mal-functions. Deficiencies will be correctedas quickly as possible.

d. The materiel should be cleaned andprepared for service in accordance withinstructions in paragraph 9.

9. Servicesa. Unpacking.

(1) Ground signal projector M1A1.(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

Check identification label of theissue pack (nomenclature andstock number).Remove tape from closure seamof fiber can container.Remove wrapped projector fromcontainer.Remove each projector from VC1bag.

(2) Hand pyrotechnic projector M9.(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

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Check identification label of theissue pack (nomenclature andstock number).Remove tape from closure seamof fiber board carton.Remove wrapped projector fromcarton.Remove each projector fromgreaseproof barr ier mater ia lVCI bag.

RECEIPT OF MATERIEL

(3) Pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8 withpyrotechnic pistol mount Ml.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

Check identification label of theissue pack (nomenclature andstock number).Remove tape from closure seamof fiber board carton.Open carton and remove wrappedpistol and mount from the sup-ports within the carton.Remove pistol and mount fromgreaseproof barier material.

b. Cleaning.(1) Ground signal projector M1A1.

(a)

(b)

(c)

Remove excess preservat ivewith wiping cloths.Immerse the projector in dry-cleaning solvent or volatile min-eral spirits.Dry projector thoroughly beforelubricating.

(2) Hand pyrotechnic projector M9.(a) R e m o v e excess preservative

with wiping cloths.(b) Immerse the projector in dry-

cleaning solvent or volatile min-eral spirits.

(c) Dry projector thoroughly beforelubricating.

(3) Pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8 withpyrotechnic pistol mount M1.

(a) R e m o v e excess preservativewith wiping cloths.

(b) Immerse the pistol and mount indry-cleaning solvent or volatilemineral spirits and, with a brush,remove the preservative fromthe interior and exterior sur-faces.

(c) Dry pistol and mount thoroughlybefore lubricating.

c. Lubrication. Check lubrication of theprojector MlAl, projector M9, pistol AN-M8 and mount Ml, and lubricate as neces-sary (pars. 29 and 30).

d. Inspection.(1) Ground signal projector M1A1.

(a) Check the 1ever assembly andmake certain that it operates(fig. 1).

(b) Check complete assembly (pars.45-48) .

(2) Hand pyrotechnic projector M9.(a) Check operation of all controls

(fig. 7).

Section Il.

10. GeneraIThis section describes, locates, and il-

lustrates the various controls providedfor the operation and maintenance of theprojector MlAl, projector M9, and pistolAN-M8 with mount Ml.

11. Ground Signal Projector M1A1

The lever assembly is the only controlon this projector. The improvised lanyardis attached to the ring on the lever assem-bly (fig. 1) which enables the projector tobe operated from a safe distance.

12. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9a. Knob. The knob (fig. 7), which is lo-

cated at the rear of the projector, containsthe firing pin. Depression of the knobcauses the firing pin to strike the signalpr imer .

b. Clip. The purpose of the clip (fig. 7)is to prevent accidental depression of theknob and firing of the projector. The clipis shown in the SAFE position in figure 2.To prevent loss, the clip is attached to thelatch pin with a chain.

(b) Check complete assembly (pars.49-52).

(3) Pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8 withpyrotechnic pistol mount M1.

(a) Check operation of controls (fig.3).

(b) Check complete assembly (pars.53-56) .

CONTROLS

c. Latch Assembly. The latch assembly(fig. 7) is fitted with a plunger that snapsinto the catch which is welded to the bar-rel. The purpose of this arrangement is tokeep the breech closed. Pu11ing up ont h e l a t c h a s s e m b l y w i l l c a u s e t h eplunger to disengage and the breechto open.

13. Pyrotechnic Pistol AN-M8 withPyrotechnic Pistol Mount M1

a. Lock. The lock (fig. 3) is used to lockor open the breech. Pulling up on the lockwill cause it to disengage from the frame,permitting the frame to swing downward,thereby opening the breech. When theframe is pulled upward, it closes thebreech and engages the lock.

b. Latch. The latch (fig. 3) is located infront of the lock and assists in locking thepistol into the mount.

c. Trigger. The trigger (fig. 3) is lo-cated within the trigger guard. The pistolis a double-action type, retracting the trig-ger cocks the hammer against spring ten-sion and releases the hammer at a speci-fied point to strike the firing pin.

Section Ill. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

14. General 15. Preparation for UseThis section contains instructions for the a. Ground Signal Projector M1A1.

operation of the ground projector MlAl, (1) The projector can be fired with orhand projector M9, and pistol AN-M8 with without the spike attached.pistol mount Ml, under conditions of mod- (2) Force spike (fig. 1) into the grounderate temperatures and humidity. Instruc- at the desired angle.tions for operation under unusual condi- (3) Pull on lanyard until the lever as-tions are covered in paragraphs 22, 23, sembly is pulled down.and 24. b. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9.

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(1)

(2)

(3)

Remove clip (fig. 2) from SAFEposition.Disengage latch assembly and openbreech (fig. 7).Replace clip into SAFE position(fig. 2).

c . p y r o t e c h n i c Pistol AN-M8 withPyrotechnic Pistol Mount M1.

(1) Press up on knurled side of lock(fig. 3) and open breech.

(2) Close the breech.(3) Press back trigger and dry fire

weapon.(4) When pistol is installed in the

pistol mount Ml, this is accom-plished in (a) through (d).

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

Remove the mount cover frommount.Hold the pistol in position, so thatthe lugs on the barrel line up withthe slots in the mount.Push the pistol into the mount asfar as it will go.Rotate the pistol one-eighth turn,or 45 degrees, until the mountlatch on the pistol barrel snapsinto one of the slots on the mount.

16. Service Before FiringPerform the before firing operations in

table II, Operators Preventive-Main-tenance Services.

17. Loadinga. Ground Signal Projector M1A1.

Slowly insert the signal into the barrel,primer end first.

b. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9.(1) With projector open, insert signal

through breech end.(2) Make certain that the ejector pro-

truding from breech end of the bar-rel engages the rim of the signal.

(3) Close the breech and engage thelatch plunger in the barrel catch.

c . Pyrotechnic Pis to l AN-M8 wi thPyrotechnic Pistol Mount M1.

(1)

(2)

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Open the breech by pressing up-ward on the breech lock.I n s e r t s i g n a l i n t o t h e b a r r e lthrough the breech, primer endlast.

(3) Snap the breech closed.(4) The aircraft parachute flare M9A1

must be loaded through the muzzle.(a) Insert the flare through the muz-

zle.(b)

(c)

Stop when ejector engages thegroove.The parachute flare M9A1 willnot pass through the mount M1,therefore, it must be fired free-hand.

18. Firinga. Ground Signal Projector M1A1.

(1)

(2)

(3)

Sit, kneel, or lie so that head iswell below and behind projectormuzzle.Firmly grasp lower part of pro-jector body with one hand and snaplanyard down sharply with theother.Exercise extreme care when firingthrough trees or similarly inflam-mable obstructions.

b. Hand pyrotechnic Projector M9.(1)

(2) Direct projector away from faceand o ther personnel in a rea .

(3)

(4)

Hold projector barrel firmly in one

Pull safety spring from SAFE po-sition.Strike hand knob sharply with palmof other hand.

N o t e . F i r i n g c a n b e a c c o m p l i s h e d b ystr iking the hand knob against some r igido b j e c t .

(5) Exercise extreme care when firingthrough trees or other obstruc-tions.

c . Pyrotechnic Pis to l AN-M8 wi thPyrotechnic Pistol Mount M1.

(1)

(2)

(3)

Squeeze back the trigger until thepistol fires.Exercise extreme care when firingthrough trees or similar obstruc-tions.When the aircraft parachute flareM9A1 is to be fired, hold thepistol firmly with both hands.The weight and design of thisflare causes extreme recoil whenfired.

19. Misfirea. Ground Signal Projector M1A1.

(1)

(2)

(3)

If signal fails to fire, make twomore attempts to fire. If signalstill fails to fire, unload theweapon.Examine the signal for primer in-dentation due to firing pin. If in-dentation exists, dispose of signaland load projector with a new sig-nal.If no indentation exists, the firingmechanism may be defective; seetable IV, Troubleshooting.

b. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9.(1)

(2)

(3)

If signal fails to fire, make twomore attempts to fire. If signalstill fails to fire, unload theweapon.Examine the signal for primer in-dentation due to firing pin. If in-dentation exists, dispose of signaland load projector with a new sig-nal.If no indentation exists, the firingmechanism may be defective; seetable IV, Troubleshooting.

c . Pyrotechnic Pis to l AN-M8 wi thPyrotechnic Pistol Mount M1.

(1)

(2)

If signal fails to fire, make twomore attempts to fire. If signalstill fails to fire, unload theweapon.In the case of the aircraft parachuteflare M9A1, after two attempts to

(3)

(4)

fire, unload the pistol and disposeof the flare quickly and safely.For signals other than the M9A1,examine the signal for primer in-dentation due to firing pin. If in-dentation exists, dispose of signaland load pistol with a new signal.If no indentation exists, the firingmechanism may be defective; seetable IV, Troubleshooting.

20. Service During FiringPerform the ''during firing" operations

in table II. Operators Preventive-Mainte-nance Services.

21. Unloading

a. Ground Signal Projector M1A1.(1) Pull projector from the ground.(2) Invert projector.(3) Allow signal case to fall out on

ground.b. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9.

(1) Disengage the latch from the bar-rel catch.

(2) Open the breech.(3) Remove signal case from breech

end of barrel.c . Pyrotechnic Pis to l AN-M8 wi th

pyrotechnic Pistol Mount M1.(1) Open the breech by

the breech lock.(2) Pull the signal case

tol.

pushing up on

from the pis-

Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS

22. General Conditions guard against excessive wear of the work-a. In addition to the normal operating

procedures for usual conditions, specialinstructions for operating and servicingthe projectors under unusual conditionsare contained or referred to herein. Inaddition to the normal preventive-mainte-nance, service special care in cleaning andlubrication must be observed where ex-tremes of temperature, humidity, and at-mospheric conditions are present or antic-ipated. Proper cleaning, lubrication andstorage and handling of lubricants not onlyinsure operation and functioning but also

ing parts and deterioration of the materiel.b. See paragraph 30 for instructions on

lubrication under unusual conditions, pre-ventive-maintenance schedules in table IIIfor preventive-maintenance checks to bemade when materiel is subjected to unusualconditions, and paragraphs 31 through 35for preventive-maintenance services.

c. When chronic failure of materiel re-sults from subjection to extreme condi-tions, report of such chronic failure shouldb e m a d e i n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h p a r a -graph 3d.

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23. Operation in Cold Climatesa. In climates where the temperature is

consistently below freezing, it is neces-sary to prepare the materiel for cold-weather operation.

b. Exercise the various controls throughtheir entire range, at intervals as re-quired, to aid in keeping them from freez-ing in place and to reduce the effortrequired to operate them.

c. When materiel is not in use, pay par-ticular attention to protecting it with theproper covering making certain they aresecurely fastened so that snow and ice willbe kept from the operating parts. Provideas much protection as possible for all partsof the materiel and equipment.

d. See TM 9-207 for information on fol-lowing points:

Handling and storage of lubricants.Problems of cold-weather operation.Lubrication in preparation for and dur-ing cold-weather operation.Operation and maintenance in extremecold.

e. See FM 31-70 for additional informa-tion on basic cold weather operations.

24. Operation in Hot Climates

a. General.(1)

(2)

(3)

In hot climates, the film of oil nec-essary for operation and preserva-tion will dissipate quickly. Inspectmateriel frequently, paying partic-u l a r a t t e n t i o n t o a l l h i d d e nsurfaces, such as the bore, springsand spring seats, firing pin, andlike places, where corrosion mightoccur and not be quickly noticed.Perspiration from the hands is acontributing factor to rusting be-cause it contains acids and salts.After handling, clean, wipe dry, andrestore the oil film.For care, handling, and preserva-

tion of ammunition, see paragraph64.

b. Hot, Dry Climates.(1) When operating in hot climates

where sand and dust are likely toenter the bore and mechanism, themateriel should be wiped cleanmore frequently than usual, anddisassembled to the extent that allparts can have a thorough cleaning.

(2) Oiling should be kept to a minimum,as oil will collect dust which willcause wear of the working parts.It should be applied lightly and onlyto the surfaces or working parts showing signs of wear.

(3) Rapid temperature changes causea moisture condensation film to form on unpainted metal, resultingin rust. Immediately, when thismoisture film occurs on metalparts of the weapon, wipe brisklyuntil dry and coat with (PL special)general purpose lubricating oil toprevent rusting.

c. Hot, Damp, and Salty Atmosphere.(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

Inspect materiel frequently, whenoperating in hot, moist areas.When the materiel is active, cleanand lubricate the bore and exposedmetal surfaces more frequentlythan is prescribed for normalservice.Moist and salty atmospheres havea tendency to emulsify oils andgreases and destroy their rust-preventive qualities. Inspect allparts frequently for corrosion.Protect from elements as much ofthe t ime as f i r ing condi t ionspermit.When the materiel is inactive,cover surfaces with a film of (PLspecial) general purpose lubrica-ting oil. Keep protective coveringin place.

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Table I.

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CHAPTER 3

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Section I. REPAIR PARTS, TOOLS,

25. GeneralRepair parts, tools, and equipment are

issued to the using organization for oper-ating and maintaining the materiel. Toolsand equipment should not be used for pur-poses other than prescribed and, when notin use, should be properly stowed.

26. Repair PartsRepair parts are supplied to the using

organization for replacement when theybecome worn, broken, or otherwise un-serviceable. No repair parts are suppliedto first echelon. Repair parts supplied tosecond, third, fourth, and fifth echelonsare listed in TM 9-1095-201-25P.

27. Tools and Equipment

SPECIAL TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT

plication to this materiel are authorizedby tables of allowances (TA’s) and tablesof organization and equipment (TO&E‘s).

28. Special Tools and EquipmentNo tools or equipment specially designed

for first or second-echelon maintenanceare required for the materiel. The specialtool tabulated in table I is listed and au-thorized for issue in TM 9-1095-201-25P.

Tools and equipment having general ap-

Section Il. LUBRICATION

29. Lubrication Instructions

The lubrication procedures in a and bbelow are important; pay part icular at-tention to the specific points made regard-ing different parts of the projectors andp i s to l .

a. The procedures in (1) through (3) be-low should be followed in order to accom-plish effective lubrication and preserva-tion of the projectors, pistols, and theircomponent parts.

(1)

(2)

(3)

A l l p a r t s m u s t b e t h o r o u g h l ycleaned and dried before oiling.Lubrication should be careful andsparing. This is best accomplishedby using a lintless cloth that wasdipped in the lubricant and thencompletely wrung out.All excess oil should be wiped off.Excess oil attracts grit, sand, andother foreign matter that cause ex-cessive wear of the moving parts.

This resul ts in fai lures in f i r ingand other malfunctions.

b. The specific points in (1) through (3)below must be checked.

(1)

(2)

(3)

The ba r re l mus t be tho rough lycleaned after firing. Swab the bar-rel with a lintless cloth saturatedin (CR) cleaning compound solventrifle bore cleaner until the swabscome out clean.The f i r ing p in and su r round ingbreech a rea mus t be thorough lycleaned of any burned powder resi-due with (CR) cleaning compoundsolvent rifle bore cleaner.All moving parts must be disas-sembled after firing and thoroughlycleaned.

30. Lubrication Under Unusual Conditions

a. Service Intervals . Reduce se rv icein te rva l s , l ub r i ca te more f r equen t ly to

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compensate for abnormal or extreme con-ditions, such as high or low temperatures,prolonged periods of firing, continued fir-ing in sand or dust, or exposure to mois-ture. Any one of these operations or condi-tions may cause contamination and quicklydestroy the protective properties of thelubricant.

b. Extreme Cold-Weather Lubrication.Lubricate parts with weapons lubricatingoil (LAW) when temperature is below 0°F.

c. Extreme Hot-Weather Lubrication.Special lubricants will ordinarily not berequired at extreme high temperatures,as lubricants prescribed for temperatures

above 0°F provide adequate protection.However, more frequent servicing thanspecified in table II is necessary becausethe heat tends to dissipate the lubricants.

d. Lubrication for Humid and Salt-AirConditions. High humidity, moisture orsalt air contaminate lubricants, necessi-tating more frequent service than specifiedin table II.

e. Lubrication After Operation UnderSandy or Dusty Conditions. If prolongedfiring has occurred under dusty or sandyconditions, clean and inspect all lubricatedsurfaces for fouled lubricants. Lubricateas necessary.

Section III. PREVENTIVE-MAINTENANCE SERVICES

31.a.

GeneralResponsibility and Intervals. Preven-

tive-maintenance services are the respon-sibility of the using organization. Theseconsist of before-firing, during-firing,after-firing, daily, and weekly servicesperformed by the operator (first echelon),and the scheduled services to be per-formed at the weekly, bimonthly, andsemiannual intervals by the armorer ofthe using organization (second echelon).

b. Definition of Terms. The general in-spection of each item applies also to anysupporting member or connection and isgenerally a check to see whether the itemis in good condition, correctly assembled,secure, and not worn.

(1)

(2)

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The inspection for good conditionis usually an external visual in-spection to determine whether theunit is damaged beyond safe orserviceable limits. The term goodcondition is explained further bythe following: not bent or twisted,not chafed or burred, not brokenor cracked, not bare or frayed, notdented or collapsed, not torn or cut,not deteriorated.The inspection of a unit to see thatit is correctly assembled is usuallyan external visual inspection to seeif it is in its normal assembledposition in the materiel and func-

(3)

(4)

tions properly when manually op-erated.Inspection of a unit to determineif it is secure is usually an externalvisual examination or a check bywrench or hand for looseness. Suchan inspection must include anybrackets, lockwashers, locknuts,locking wire, or cotter pins used.By worn is meant worn beyondserviceable limits or to a pointlikely to result in failure if the unitis not replaced before the nextscheduled inspection.

32. Cleaning and Carea. General. Any special instructions for

cleaning and care of components are con-tained in the pertinent sections. Generalinstructions are given in b and c below.

b. Cleaning Instructions.(1)

(2)

Powder-fouled parts. Use (CR)cleaning compound solvent riflebore cleaner to clean all partswhich have been exposed to powderfouling during firing.

Note . This compound is not a lubricant .P a r t s w h i c h r e q u i r e L u b r i c a t i o n w i l l b ew i p e d d r y a n d o i l e d . DO n o t u s e d r y -c l e a n i n g s o l v e n t o r m i n e r a l s p i r i t s p a i n tt h i n n e r , b e c a u s e t h e s e s o l v e n t s w i l l n o tr ead i l y d i s so lve t he co r ro s ive s a l t s f r omp o w d e r a n d p r i m e r c o m p o s i t i o n s .

General usage. Use dry-cleaningsolvent or mineral spirits paint

thinner to clean or wash grease oroil from all parts of the weapon.

(3) Heavy accumulations. New mate-riel, and component parts receivedfrom storage for immediate usemay have heavy accumulations ofgrease or coatings of rust-preven-tive compound. This may be partlyby scraping with sticks or otherarticles which will not damageparts. Remove the residue withwaste, wiping cloths, or a brushsaturated with (CR) cleaning com-pound. After cleaning, rinse off anyremaining compound with coldwater. Dry and lubricate as speci-fied in paragraph 29. Apply a lightgrade of oil to all nonpainted metalsurfaces to prevent rusting.

c. General Precautions in Cleaning.(1) Dry-cleaning solvent and mineral

spirits paint thinner are flammableand should not be used near an openflame. Fire extinguishers shouldbe readily available when thesematerials are used. In addition,they evaporate quickly and have adrying effect on the skin. If usedwithout gloves, they may causecracks in the skin and, in the caseof some individuals, a mild irri-tation or inflammation. Use onlyin well-ventilated places.

(2) Avoid getting petroleum products,such as dry-cleaning solvent, min-eral spirits paint thinner, or lubri-cants on rubber parts as they willattack the rubber and destroy itscharacteristics.

(3) The use of Diesel fuel oil, gasoline,or benzene (benzol) for cleaningor the use of high-pressure wateror steam for cleaning the weaponis prohibited.

(4) Do not dilute (CR) cleaning com-pound solvent rifle bore cleaner.Do not add ant i f reeze . S torecleaners in a warm place, if prac-tical. Shake (CR) cleaning com-pound well before using.

33. Basic Preventive Maintenance The general preventive-maintenance

procedures outlined in a through e belowwill be observed in addition to those re-ferred to in table II. Special maintenanceof specific components of the materiel iscovered, when necessary, in the sectionspertaining to the components.

a. Rust, dirt, grit, gummed oil, andwater cause rapid deterioration of internalmechanism and outer unpainted surfaces.Particular care should be taken to keep allbearing surfaces clean and properly lubri-cated. Remove all traces of rust from un-painted bearing surfaces with crocus cloth,which is the coarsest abrasive to be usedb y t h e u s i n g o r g a n i z a t i o n f o r t h i spurpose.

b. Loose parts will be tightened andbroken parts replaced or repaired.

c. At least every 6 months, check if allmodifications have been applied. For a listof current modification work orders, seeDA Pam 310-4. No alteration or modifica-tion will be made except as authorized bymodification work orders.

d. Check equipment for completeness.Replace missing items and turn in for re-pair all damaged items. Use only tools thatare provided and see that they are service-able. After use, items must be thoroughlycleaned, coated with a film of oil, andstowed in their proper chests or toolrolls.

e. Inspect and service the weapon, asdescribed in paragraphs 40 through 42 atleast once every 6 months and after anyextended travel with the weapon, as thetactical situation permits.

34. Schedule of Preventive Maintenancea. Purpose. To insure mechanical effi-

ciency, it is necessary that the materielbe systematically inspected at regular in-tervals, so defects may be discovered andcorrected before they result in seriousdamage or failure. Certain scheduledmaintenance services or unsatisfactoryoperating characteristics beyond the scopeof the operators to correct must be re-ported at the earliest opportunity to thedesignated individual in authority.

b. Schedule. The items and pointsinspected and serviced are listed inII.

to betable

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Table II.

Table III.

35. Preventive Maintenance by Armorer of the preventive-maintenance services

a. Service by the armorer includes asystematic check to see that all operatorspreventive maintenance has been properlyperformed at the prescribed intervals andthat the materiel is in the best possibleoperating condition. The services set forthin table III are to be performed or super-vised by the armorer at the designatedintervals, in addition to any maintenancerequired as a result of the checks andservices by the operator. The frequency

prescribed is considered a minimum re-quirement for operation of materiel underusual conditions. Under unusual operatingconditions, such as extreme temperatures,mud, dust or sand, extremely moist orsalty atmosphere, or in rain or snow, itwill be necessary to perform the mainte-nance services more frequently.

b. The operator should have the materielin a clean condition for scheduled mainte-nance service by the armorer.

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Table IV.

Section IV. TROUBLESHOOTING

36. ScopeThis section contains troub1eshoot-

ing information and tests for locatingand correcting some of the troubleswhich may develop in the materiel .T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g i s t h e s y s t e m a t i cstudy of trouble signs, testing to de-t e r m i n e t h e d e f e c t i v e c o m p o n e n t s ,and applying corrective action. Eachma1functsion is followed by probablecauses and sugges ted procedures tobe followed.

37. TroubleshootingTable IV is intended as a guide in trou-

bleshooting for all levels of maintenance.This table does not cover all possible mal-functions that may occur. Only the morecommon malfunctions are listed. The cor-rective actions are governed by the scopeof the leaders or officers and correctionsmay or may not be made at the using levelby the leaders or officers depending on theavailability of tools required and the supplyof parts available to the using unit.

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CHAPTER 4

INSPECTIONS

Section I.

38. ScopeThis chapter provides specific instruc-

tions for the inspection by Ordnance main-tenance personnel of materiel in the handsof troops in the field, in Ordnance shops,and in alerted units scheduled for overseaduty. Troubleshooting information is in-corporated wherever applicable as a nor-mal phase of inspection.

39. Purpose of InspectionInspections are made for the purpose of

(1) determining the condition of an item asto serviceability, (2) recognizing condi-tions that would cause failure, (3) assuringproper application of maintenance policiesat prescribed levels, and (4) determiningthe ability of a unit to accomplish its main-tenance and supply missions.

40. Categories of InspectionIn general, three categories of inspection

are performed by Ordnance field mainte-nance personnel.

a. Inspection of Materiel in the Handsof Troops in the Field.

(1) Spot-check inspection. This is aninspection performed on a percent-age of materiel in order to ascer-tain the adequacy and effectivenessof organizational maintenance andsupply. Included within this scopeis inspection of equipment to detectincipient failures before unserv-iceability occurs; inspection to as-certain the availability and use oftechnical and supply manuals andlubrication orders; inspection todetermine the accuracy of records,authorized levels of equipment andsupplies, practice of supply econ-omy, preservation, and safekeep-ing of tools, availability of repairparts and supplies; and knowledge

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GENERAL

(2)

of the proper procedures for req-usitioning supplies and equipmentand followup thereon.Command maintenance. Commandmaintenance inspections will beperformed at least annually. Thepurpose of the inspection is to as-certain the serviceability of equip-ment, to predict maintenance andsupply requirements, and to deter-mine the adequacy of facilities andeffectiveness of procedures. In-formation obtained during the in-spection should indicate futurerequirements for depot mainte-nance and for replacement, as wellas disclose immediate needs formaintenance and application ofmodification work orders. Duringinspection, correction of deficien-ties will be made on spot whenpractical. For additional informa-tion relative to these inspectionsand the forms to be used therewith,refer to AR 750-8.

b. Ordnance Shop Inspection.(1)

(2)

(3)

Initial inspection. This is an in-spection of materiel received inOrdnance shops for the purpose ofdetermining the degree of repairand parts requirement. This in-cludes determination of modifica-tion work orders to be applied.In-process inspection. This isperformed in the process of re-pairing the materiel, to insure thatall parts conform to the prescribedrepair standards, that the work-manship is in accordance with ap-proved methods and procedures,and that deficiencies not disclosedby the initial inspection are foundand corrected.Final inspection. This is an ac-ceptance inspection performed by

a final inspector after repair has to insure that such materiel will not be-been completed, to insure that the come unserviceable or worn out in a rela-materiel is acceptable for return tively short time. It prescribes a higherto user or storage. percentage of remaining usable life in

c. Preembarkation Inspection. This in- serviceable materielspection is conducted on materiel in need beyond minimumalerted units scheduled for oversea duty

Section Il. INSPECTION PROCEDURES

41. GeneralWarning: Before starting an inspection,

be sure the weapon is clean. Do not actuatethe trigger or firing mechanism until theweapon has been cleared. Inspect thechamber to insure that it is empty. Avoidhaving live ammunition in the vicinity ofwork area.

a. Check to see that the weapon has beencleaned of grease, excessive oil, dirt, orforeign matter which might interfere withproper functioning or obscure the truecondition of the parts.

b. Make an overall inspection of theweapon for general appearance, condition,

42. Inspection of Materiel in theHands of Troops in the Field

Refer to TM 9-1100 and AR 750-8 forresponsibilities and fundamental duties ofinspecting personnel, the necessary noticeand preparations to be made, forms to beused, and general procedures and methodsto be followed by inspectors. In the courseof this inspection, the inspector will ac-complish the following:

a. Determine serviceability, i .e. , thedegree of serviceability, completeness,and readiness for immediate use, withspecial reference to safe and proper func-tioning of the materiel. If the materiel isfound unserviceable or incipient failuresare disclosed, the deficiencies will be cor-rected on the spot or advice given as tocorrective measures when applicable, orthe materiel will be tagged and deliveredto Ordnance maintenance personnel forrepair.

b. Determine causes of mechanical andfunctional difficulties that troops may be

to meet a specificserviceability.

experiencing and check for apparent re-sults of lack of knowledge, misinforma-tion, neglect, improper handling and stor-age, security, and preservation.

c. See that all authorized modificationshave been applied, that no unauthorizedalterations have been made, and that nowork beyond the authorized scope of theunit is being attempted. Check DA Pam310-4 and current MWO files for any mod-ification work orders printed after the dateof this manual.

d. Instruct the using personnel in properpreventive-maintenance procedures (par.33).

e. Check on completeness of the organ-izational maintenance allowances and pro-cedures for obtaining replenishments.

f. Inspect lettering on nameplates forlegibility.

g. Note general appearance. Check ex-terior of materiel for missing or brokenpar ts .

h. Check storage conditions of generalsupplies.

i. Initiate a thorough report on materielon “deadline,“ with reasons therefor, forfurther appropriate action.

j. Report to the responsible officer anycarelessness, negligence, unauthorizedmodifications, or tampering. This reportshould be accompanied by recommenda-tions for correcting the unsatisfactorycondition.

43. Ordnance Shop Inspectionsa. Initial Inspection. In addition to ma-

terial covered in paragraphs 41 and 42, theinitial inspection will determine the causeof unserviceability, extent of required re-pairs, and estimate of parts required.

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Table IV, Troubleshooting is provided tohelp determine malfunction. If the requiredrepair is determined to be beyond the scopeof field maintenance personnel, the mater-iel will be tagged and delivered to rebuildorganizations (depot maintenance). Formalfunctions and corrections pertinent tothe using personnel, see table I, OperatorsPreventive-Maintenance Services.

b. In-Process Inspection. Detailed in-structions for in-process inspection of themateriel are contained in the maintenanceand repair chapter together with the appli-cable repair instructions.

c. Final Inspection. Detailed instruc-tions for final inspection of materiel arecontained in paragraphs 59 and 60.

44. Preembarkation Inspections of Materielin Units Alerted far Oversea Movement

a. General. Materiel destined for over-sea movement must be inspected for serv-iceability as described in paragraph 40.Serviceable materiel will also meet thestandards set forth in TB ORD 385.

b. Spare Parts and Equipment. Whenshipped overseas the weapons must be ac-companied by a complete set of spare partsand equipment as normally issued. Allparts and equipment must be examinedf o r s e r v i c e a b i l i t y . R e p l a c e a n y d e - fective items. It is not normally nec-e s s a r y t o i n s p e c t i t e m s i n s e a l e dpackages.

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Figure 8.

CHAPTER 5

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

Section I. GROUND SIGNAL PROJECTOR M1A1

45. GeneraI

a. The ground signal projector (fig. 8)consists of a long tubular body, a breechassembly, and a spike. The breech assem-bly contains the moving parts of the unit.The barrel is threaded into the breech.

b. One end of the body is flared for sup-port on the ground. A spike is provided toaid in the support of the unit on soft ter-rain. The spike is threaded into the flaredportion of the body, point outward, and isthrust into the ground up to the flared por-tion of the body. When on hard ground, thespike is not used and is stored by screwingit point first into the flared portion of thebody.

c. The breech assembly houses the fir-ing mechanism. The unit is fired by pulling

down on a lanyard. The lanyard is securedto the lever assembly. One end of leverassembly is inserted through an opening inthe breech and into the striker, then se-cured with pin and cotter pin. The firingpin is threaded into the striker and thestriker is assembled into the breech; thebarrel is assembled to the breech. Pullingdown on the lanyard causes the strikerwith firing pin to move upward, thus caus-ing the firing pin to be forced through aclearance hole in the breech and into theprimer of the signal within the barrel.

d. Detonation of the pyrotechnic pro-duces propellent gases which force thestriker and firing pin back to the originalposition. When the projector is held verti-cally, the weight of the striker is sufficientto pull it down to its original position.

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Figure 9.

Disassembly (fig. 8)46.

a .b .c .d .

Place body in a vise and remove spike.Remove breech assembly from body.Remove barrel from breech.Remove cotter pin; push pin and re-

move the lever assembly.e. Turn breech on end and remove

striker and firing pin.

47. RepairMaintenance consists of cleaning, lubri-

cating, and stoning of parts, when neces-sary, to insure smooth dependable opera-tion. Inspect parts for excess wear andserviceability. If inspection reveals un-serviceable parts, remove and replace.

48. Assemblya. Install Firing Pin and Striker (fig. 9).

(1) Insert firing pin into the striker.

(2)

(3)

Insert assembled striker and pin,with firing pin leading, into smallend of breech.Aline slot in striker with slot inthe breech.

b. Install Breech Assembly (fig. 8).(1) Insert lever into striker slot.(2) Aline hole in lever with holes in

breech and insert pin.(3) Insert cotter pin into pivot pin and

secure.(4) Depress lever and check operation

of firing pin.c. Install Barrel, Body, and spike (fig. 8).

(1) Assemble barrel to breech andtighten.

(2) Assemble body to the breech as-sembly.

(3) Assemble spike, pointed end first,into flared end of body.

Section Il. HAND PYROTECHNIC PROJECTOR M9

49. Generala. Hand Pyrotechnic Projector M9. This

is a small hand-operated and hand-sup-ported projector that consists of a barrelassembly, breech assembly, latch assem-bly, and firing pin assembly (fig. 10).

b. Barrel Assembly. The barre l as-sembly is the main portion of the projector.

It contains a pin and barrel. The barrel iswelded and riveted and has a spring andejector housing located on the rear portionof the barrel. It also has a locking hookcentrally located on the barrel.

c. Breech Assembly. The breech as-sembly is located within the rear sectionof the projector. The breech assembly

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Figure 10.

b. Breech Assembly. Remove pin which. . .connects latch assembly to breech andremove breech assembly.

c. Firing Pin Assembly. Remove set-screw from the firing pin nut. Loosenfiring pin nut, using a 5/8-inch open-endwrench, and remove firing pin assemblyand spring. Remove plate.

51. Maintenance and RepairMaintenance consists of cleaning and lu-

bricating. Inspect parts for excess wearand serviceability. If inspection revealsunserviceable parts, remove and replace.

52. Assembly

a. Firing Pin Assembly. Install springover firing pin and in firing pin nut. Place

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consists of a breech and guide, and isconnected to the barrel with a plate, pin,and link. It is connected to the firing as-sembly and secured by the guide.

d. Latch Assembly. The latch assemblyis installed to the breech and secured witha latch pin. The latch assembly consistsof latch, retainer, plunger, and spring.

e. Firing Pin Assembly. The firing pinassembly is installed to the breech assem-bly and located at the rear of the projector.The firing pin assembly consists of a knob,nut, and pin.

50. Disassemblya. Barrel Assembly. With the latch as-

sembly in an unlocked position, removepin. Remove the ejector and spring fromhousing on the barrel.

Figure 11.

plate over firing pin guide and place ejectorlink between the groove in plate and breech.Insert firing pin through firing pin guide.Install firing pin nut on firing pin guideand secure with a 5/8-inch open-endwrench. Install setscrew into firing pin nutand secure.

b. Latch Assembly. Aline the holes in

Section III. PYROTECHNIC PISTOL AN-M8

53. Generala. Pyrotechnic Pistol with Pyrotechnic

Pistol Mount. The pyrotechnic pistol withpyrotechnic pistol mount consists of apistol and pistol mount (fig. 3).

b. Pyrotechnic Pistol Mount. The pyro-technic pistol mount (fig. 5) is used as aholder for the pistol. The pistol is retainedin the mount by lugs on the muzzle end ofthe barrel. The mount is provided with foursymmetrically p1aced helical springswhich absord the recoil shock. There is acushioning gasket located within the mountwhich absorbs the counterrecoil when thepistol is fired. The cover is provided foruse when the pistol is removed from themount.

c. Pyrotechnic Pistol. The pyrotechnicpistol (fig. 11) is a double-action, single-loading pistol used for projecting flaresor signaling between troops, from groundtroops to aircraft, from aircraft to air-craft, or from aircraft to ground troops.The pistol consists basically of two groups,the barrel group and the frame group.

d. Barrel Group. The barrel group (fig.12) consists of a pin, latch, lock, springs,and barrel assembly.

e. Frame Group. The frame group (fig.13) houses the firing pin, safety, springs,hammer, pawl, slide, and bearing. Whenthe trigger is depressed, the slide movesforward. The pawl is pinned to the slideand is spring loaded to keep the nose of thepawl raised. As the slide moves forward,the pawl engages and rotates the hammerrearward against the action of the spring.The projecting part of the pawl engagesthe bearing at a critical point, which actsto depress the pawl and release the ham-

latch assembly with the holes in breechand insert pin.

c. Barrel Assembly. Assemble the ejec-tor and spring into the housing, located onthe rear section of the barrel. Snap thelink open and insert prongs through thehousing and into the ejector.

WITH PYROTECHNIC PISTOL MOUNT M1

mer to strike the firing pin. When thetrigger is released, the slide is forcedback, because of the action of the spring.The pawl is depressed when it passesunder the hammer. The projection on theforward end of the slide prohibits thehammer from contacting the firing pin,when the trigger is partially depressedand released. The safety is spring loadedand is forced against the hammer. Whenthe breech is closed, the hammer moves

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Figure 13.Figure 12.

rearward and the safety is depressed bythe lock.

54. DisassemblyNote . The i tems below refer to f igure 12 unless

o t h e r w i s e i n d i c a t e d .

a. Barrel Group (fig. 12).(1)

(2)

Remove pin 5299527 with a driftpin.

Note . Be careful not to al low springs tofly out of the housing.

Pull latch 6257649 and lock 6257641rearward, slowly out of housing onthe barrel.Separate latch, spring 5299536,lock, and spring 5295821.Remove pin 5299525, with smalldrift pin, remove spring 5299533(fig. 11) and bearing 5153136 frombarrel assembly 6257646.

b. Frame Group.Note . The i tems below refer to f igure 11.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

N o t e .

Remove screw MS35243-34 fromunder side of guard 5261053.Remove screw 5299528 from rightside of pistol below the barrel.Remove stud 5299542 from left sideof pistol and the trigger guard.Drive out pin 5299526 with a smalldrift pin.Remove barrel group from thef r a m e g r o u p a n d l i f t e j e c t o r6257652 off the frame group.For further disassembly of frame group the

items below, refer to f igure 14.

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(10)

(11)

(12)

(13)

(14)

(15)

Remove screw 5299529 from theright side of the pistol grip; re-move nut 5295823 from the left sideof the pistol grip. Remove right-and left-hand grips.Remove three screws MS35243-34and screw 5299545 from plate6257648 on the right side of frameassembly. Lift off plate and liner6257642.Remove screw 5299548 from underside of frame near the trigger andremove spring 5299530.Remove spring 5299535, hammer6257657, safety 6257644, and spring5299537. Keep safety and springtogether, if possible, and removebearing 7268077.Turn the frame over and removescrews MS35243-34 from the plate6257653.Remove plate with liner 7268094and disassemble liner from plate.Remove slide 7268078 from spring5299538 by pulling the notched endof the slide upward and away fromthe spring.Apply pressure to spring and re-move.Remove pin 5299532 with a smalldrift pin. Turn frame over and re-move pawl 6257643 from slide andremove spring 5299539.Push trigger upward into frameuntil pin 5295834 is visible. Remove

25

Figure 14.

pin, with a small drift pin, and re-move trigger 6257654.

(16) Remove slide 7268078.Note . The i tems below refer to f igure 15 unless

o t h e r w i s e i n d i c a t e d .

(17) Remove firing pin as follows:(a) Remove setscrew 5295822.

(b)

(c)

(d)

Remove retainer 5295820, usingwrench 6131778 (fig. 16).Remove spring 5299534 and fir-ing pin 5299549.Remove bushing 5299543, by un-screwing it from the frame.

55. Maintenance and Repair poses, inspect the pistol as described inMaintenance of the pyrotechnic pistol a, b, and c below.

and mount will be limited to that required a. Before inspection is started, clearby cleaning operations described in para- the pistol of live ammunition (par. 41) andgraphs 33, 34, and 35 and by lubrication thoroughly clean (par. 32) to removeoperations described in paragraphs 29 and foul ing, d i r t , rus t , or o ther fore ign30. Inspection is for the purpose of deter- matter.mining the condition of the pistol and b. Inspection of the assembled pistol andwhether repairs and adjustments are re- mount consists of visual and functioningquired to insure its serviceability. When inspections. Inspections are made on thedisassembling the pistol for cleaning pur- barrel group, frame group, and mount.

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Figure 15.

Figure 16.

c. If inspection reveals that parts or as-semblies are unserviceable, remove andreplace.

56. Assemblya. Frame Group.N o t e . T h e i t e m s l i s t e d b e l o w i n s u b p a r a g r a p h s

(1) through (3) refer to figure 17.

(1)

(2)

(3)

N o t e .

Place slide 7267078 into the frame,until the pin hole in its nose isvisible above the trigger keywayin the frame.Insert trigger 6257654 in keywayand aline the upper hole with thehole in the slide.Install pin 5295824 in position andpull trigger down into operatingposition.T h e i t e m s l i s t e d b e l o w i n s u b p a r a g r a p h s

(4) through (7) refer to f igure 14 unless otherwisei n d i c a t e d .

(4) Place spring 5299539 in position,above the pin hole in the middle ofthe slide 7268078. Hold the springin position, with the left hand, andplace pawl 6257643 on slide andspring. Aline pin holes in the pawlwith the holes in the slide and in-

(5)

stall pin 5299532 making certainthat spring rests above the pin.The spring should maintain raisedposition of the pawl.Install folded end of spring 5299538in notch, located in handle of frame,with slotted end of spring forcedagainst the rear of the frame. In-stall notched end of slide intonotched end of spring.

2 7

Figure 17.

Figure 18.

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(10)

N o t e .

Install left-hand frame plate lineron the back plate. Turn frame overand assemble back plate and linerto frame, fitting the slide betweenthe two hooked back plate guides.Secure the back plate with threescrews MS35243-34 to the frame.Install bearing 7268077 on the fixedpin located below pawl 6257643.Install spring 5299537 in safety6257644, so that the spring exten-sion is at the bottom of spring coil(fig. 18). Install safety with springon pin located in upper right-handside of frame (fig. 13). Pull backthe safety and test for spring action;make certain that spring extensionpresses against the frame for sup-port.Pivot safety out of position, installhammer on fixed pivot pin. Manipu-late trigger; make certain that thepawl engages the hammer.Install hammer spring on pin lo-cated in the upper section of frame.T h e i t e m s l i s t e d b e l o w i n s u b p a r a g r a p h s

Install guard on frame. Aline thetwo large holes in guard with largehole in frame. Install stud 5299542

(11) through (14) refer to figure 14.

(11)

(12)

(13)

(14)

Install spring 5299530 in framekeyway, the raised part of spring isfacing the hinge stud hole, and se-cured in place with screw 5299548.Install the liner 6257642 and plate6257648 to frame, and secure withthree machine screws MS35243-34.Aline hole in trigger with the holesin the right and left-hand plates andinstall screw 5299545.Install right and left-hand grips inproper position and secure in placewi th screw 5299529 and nut5295823.

N o t e . T h e i t e m s l i s t e d b e l o w i n s u b p a r a g r a p h s(15) through (18) refer to figure 11.

(15)

(16)

Install ejector 6257652 and spring5299533 on the frame above thetrigger, wit h the pin clearanceholes in ejector legs and eye ofspring forward.Install barrel group on the frame.Aline holes in frame, ejector,spring, and barrel. Install pin5299526 in holes until flush on bothsides with the plates. Check and

(17)

(18)

make certain that barrel group

from left side of projector and se-cure with screw 5299528.Install screw MS35243-34 whichsecures trigger guard on undersideof frame,.

b. Barrel Group.Note . The i t ems l i s t ed be low r e f e r t o f i gu re 19

u n l e s s o t h e r w i s e i n d i c a t e d .

(1) Install spring 5299536 in latch6257649 and place unknurled sec-tion of lock 6257641 in latch key-way.

(2) Install spring 5295821 in latch key-way,lock,

between the latchwith the notched

and breechspring leg

2 8

Figure 19.

forward. Carefully install the (3)group into welded housing onthe barrel.

Install pin 5299527 (fig. 12) throughhousing and breech lock; the pin isflush with sides of housing.

Section IV. MAINTENANCE UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS

57. Extreme Cold-Weather Maintenance occur and will be accelerated in areas of

Refer to TM 9-207 for general informa-tion pertaining to the preparation, oper-ation, and maintenance of Ordnance mate-riel under conditions of extreme cold (0°to -65° F.).

58. Extreme Hot-Weather Maintenancea. In hot, damp climate, corrosive action

on all parts of the projector or pistol will

high humidity and during the rainy season.Evidence will appear in the form of ruston metal surfaces.

b. Protect unfinished exposed metal sur-faces with general purpose (PL special)lubricating oil.

c. Make frequent inspections of inactiveweapons. Remove corrosion from exteriorsurfaces with crocus cloth and apply aprotective coating of oil.

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CHAPTER 6FINAL INSPECTION

59. General 60. Specific Inspection Procedures

Final inspection, to insure that the mate-riel is complete and serviceable, is per-formed after the materiel has been re-paired and assemb1ed in Ordnancemaintenance shops for return to user.Final acceptance will depend largely uponthe care exercised during repair proce-dures. Therefore, it is imperative that thein-process inspections in paragraph 42b(2)be performed carefully during repair.

a. Visual. Visually inspect the materielfor missing, bent, or otherwise damagedcomponents. Determine that applicablemodification work orders (MWO’s) havebeen completed.

b. Function. Hand function (cycle) mate-riel through the normal operations, todetermine that materiel functions prop-erly.

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CHAPTER 7

AMMUNIT ION

61. GeneralAmmunition for use in pyrotechnic pis-

tols and projectors is issued in the form ofcomplete rounds of fixed ammunition. Acomplete round consists of all the ammuni-tion components required to fire the pistolor projector once. The complete roundconsists of a primer, a delay element,propelling charge, and a pyrotechniccharge, all contained in a cartridge case.The term “fixed,” used in connection withammunition fired from pyrotechnic dis-chargers, signifies the propelling chargeis fixed (not adjustable) and that the roundis loaded into the discharger as a unit.

62. Classificationa. Dependent upon use or the effect pro-

duced, ammunition fired from pyrotechnicdischargers is classified as aircraft il-lamination signals, aircraft parachuteflares, and projectile air burst simulators.

b. Aircraft illumination signals (fig. 20)were originally intended for signaling fromaircraft-to-aircraft or from aircraft-to-ground. The use of ground projectors alsopermits their use by ground troops. Thesignals are manufactured to produce, uponfiring, a single colored star or two starsof the same or different colors. The doublestar signals are also available with a tracerelement of the same color as one of thestars. The colors of stars and tracers aregreen, red, and yellow. Early models ofthe signals (without “A1” suffix designa-tions) are available and are assembledinside of a paper case with a brass head;other models (with “A1’’ suffix designa-tions) are assembled inside of an allaluminum one-piece or two-piece case.Some of these signals, with brass headsand aluminum cases, may be encountered.Later models “A2” suffix designations)are of one-piece rimmed-case construe-tion with a steel closing cap.

c. The projectile airburst simulatorM27 (fig. 21) is used in training to simulate

the high burst of artillery projectiles, andproduces a smoke puff at the top of itsrise of approximately 650 feet.

d. The aircraft parachute flare M9A1(fig. 22) is intended for aerial reconnais-sance. Upon firing, the flare case is pro-jected from the pistol and, after a 2.5-second delay, ignited candle and para-chute are expelled from the case.

e. The projectile air burst simulatorM74 (fig. 20) is intended primarily forumpires, to simulate air burst of artilleryfire for training troops. Simulators ofearlier manufacture have an aluminumbody and brass base; simulators of latermanufacture have an all aluminum case.

63. Identificationa. General. Ammunition and ammuni-

tion components are completely identifiedby the painting and marking (including anammunition lot number) on the ammunitionitems and on all original packing con-tainers; refer to figures 20 through 23.

b. Model. To identify a particular de-sign, a model designation is assigned atthe time the item is classified as anadopted type. This model designation be-comes an essential part of the standardnomenclature and is included in the mark-ing on the item. The present system ofmodel designation for a standard item con-sists of the letter “M’’ followed by anArabic numeral, for example, “M9.” Mod-ifications are indicated by adding the letter“A” and the appropriate Arabic numeral.Thus, “M9A1” indicates the first modifica-tion of an item for which the original modeldesignation was “M9.” Items standardizedfor use by both Army and Navy are desig-nated by ‘‘AN” preceding the model desig-nation.

c. Ammunition Lot Number. When am-munition is manufactured, an ammunitionlot number, which becomes an essentialpart of the marking, is assigned in ac-cordance with pertinent specifications.

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Figure 20.

32

Figure 21.

The lot number is stamped or marked onevery loaded complete round and on allpacking containers. It is required for allpurposes of record, including reports oncondition, functioning, or accident, inwhich ammunition may be involved. In anyone lot of ammunition, the componentsused in the assembly are manufacturedunder as nearly identical conditions aspracticable.

d. Painting. The ammunition describedherein is coated with a colorless lacquer.In addition to the lacquer, aircraft illu-mination signals have colored bands orcolored bands of letters painted aroundthe case, in colors corresponding to thestars and tracer assembled within. Toprovide a ready means of identification,the closing disk on the projectile air burstsimulator M27 is painted white.

e. Marking.(1) On the body (stenciled unless other-

wise indicated):Descriptive nomenclature includ-

ing model number.Ammunition lot number including

the loader’s initials or symbol(stamped on aircraft parachuteflare).

Month and year of manufacture(stamped on aircraft parachuteflare).

(2)

(3)

Ordnance insignia (stamped on air-craft parachute flare).

“TR” or colored band of letters(“T”) on aircraft illuminationsignals containing a tracer.

On the base of the aircraft para-chute flare case (stamped unlessotherwise indicated):Ammunition lot number including

loader’s initials or symbol.Month and year of manufacture.Model number (stenciled).On the head of aircraft illuminationsignals (stenciled):Color of star or stars (paper-cased

signals only).Model number (aluminum-cased

signals only).

64. Care, Handling, and PreservationWarning: Pyrotechnics must be handled

with appropriate care at all times. Theexplosive elements in primers and expell-ing charges are particularly sensitive toundue shock and high temperature. Boxescontaining pyrotechnics should not bedropped, thrown, tumbled, or dragged.

a. Ammunition is packed to withstandconditions ordinarily encountered in thefield. Care must be observed to keep pack-ings from becoming broken or damaged.All broken packings must be repaired

33

Figure 22.

34

Figure 23.

immediately and careful attention given tothe transfer of all marking to the new parts.

b. Since pyrotechnics are adversely af-fected by moisture and high temperature,due consideration should be given as indi-cated in (1) and (2) below.

(1) Do not break the moisture-resist-ant seal until the pyrotechnic is tobe used.

(2) Store pyrotechnics in a dry, well-ventilated place, out of the directrays of the sun, and protectedagainst excessive or variable tem-peratures.

c. Do not attempt to disassemble thecomplete round or any of its components.

d. Before loading into the discharger,

the round should be free of sand, mud,moisture, frost, snow, ice, oil, grease,and any foreign matter.

e. Do not handle duds, as they are ex-tremely dangerous. They will not be movedor touched but will be destroyed in placein accordance with TM 9-1903.

65. Authorized RoundsThe ammunition authorized for use in the

pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8, hand pyrotech-nic projector M9, and ground signal pro-jector M1A1 is listed in table V. Standardnomenclature, which is used in the listing,completely identifies the ammunition, ex-cept for ammunition lot number.

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Table V. Authorized RoundsComplete round

Standard nomenclatureBurning time

Weight Length (see)Candlepower (8ppr0X)

FOR PROJECTOR, SIGN MIA13UND

3.82“. AB“..5.053.85

FOR,3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

3.85

L, G

0.42ECHl2.110.34QIE 10.35

0.35

0.39

0.35

0.39

0.39

0.2’7

0.26

0.32

0.40

0.38

0.38

0.38

0.39

0.39

SIMULATOR, PRCMECTILE AIR BURST: M27----------FOR PISTOL, PYRC

FLARE, AIRCRAFT: parachute, M9A1 ----------------SIMULATOR, PROJECTILE AIR BURST: M74 or M74A1

FOR PISTOL, PYROTECHNIC : AN-M8 ANDSIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT: double star,

Instantaneous Smoke cloud only.-M860 to 70InstantaneousWROTECHNICloi3

loi3

loi3

10+3

loi3

10+3

10+3

loi3

10+3

T,2.5t04Star, 3 to 4.5

T,2.5t04Star, 3t04.5T,2.5t04Star, 3t04.5

T,2.5t04Star, 3 to 4.53t04.5

3t04.5

60M600M (flash) (smoke cloud), HAND: M925M (each star)

AN-M37 series, red-red.SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:

AN-M38 series, yelow-yellow.SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:

AN-M39 series, green-green.SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCWFT:

AN-M40 series, red-yellow.SIGNAL , ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:

AN-M41 series, red-green.SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:

AN-M42 series, green-yellow.SIGNAL , ILLUMINATION, AIRCIUFT :

AN-M43 series, red.SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:

AN-M44 series, yellow.SIGNAL , ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:

AN-M45 series, green.SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:

yellow tracer, red-yellow star.

double star,

double star,

double star,

double star,

double star,

single star,

single star,

single star,

AN-M53 series,

AN-M54 series,

AN-M55 series,

AN-M56 series,

AN-M57 series,

AN-M58 series,

20M (each star)

20M (each star)

25M (R star)20M (Y star)25M (R star)20M (G star)25M (G star)20M (Y star)25M

25M

25M

T, 30MR star, 48MY star, 36MT, 25MStar, ea 48MT, 25MG star, 20MR star, 48MT, 30MStar, ea 20MStar, ea 48M

SIGNAL , ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:green tracer, red-red star.

SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:green tracer, green-red star.

SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION, AIRCR4FT:green tracer, green-green star.

SIGNAL , ILLUMINATION, AIRCRAFT:red tracer, red-ned star.

SIGNAL, ILLUMINATION , AIRCWFT :red tracer, green-red star.

G star, 28MR star, 48M

approx. - approximate sec - secondG - greenM – thousandR - red

T - tracerY - yellow

66. Preparation for Firing prevent injury to personnel or damage to materiel.

a. Rounds should be free of foreignmatter, sand, mud, moisture, frost, snow,ice, or grease when being loaded into theweapon.

b. Rounds with cracked, dented, or de-formed cases or loose closing tops shouldnot be fired.

c. In discharging signals freehand (with-out pistol mount) from aircraft, or fromthe ground, care will be exercised to aimso that no damage results to the aircraftor friendly ground troops.

d. Overhead cover should be provided

After removal from packing materials,rounds of ammunition for the weaponsdescribed herein are ready for firing.Rounds prepared for firing but not firedwill be returned to their original condi-tion and packings and be appropriatelymarked. Such rounds will be used first insubsequent firings, in order that stocks ofopened packings may be kept to a minimum.

67. Precautions in FiringThe precautions

should be closelyin a through h b e l o wobserved, in order to

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when firing. When discharging the weaponfree hand (without pistol mount), the firer'sbody should be below the level of the muzzleof the pistol or projector.

e. When firing projectile air burstsimulators over the heads of troops, theweapon should not be aimed at an ele-vation of less than 45 degrees to insuresufficient height of burst. Personnelshould not face toward the point of burstof the simulator.

f. Due to the powerful recoil, two handsshould be used when firing the aircraftparachute flare M9A1. Never fire thisflare from a grounded aircraft.

g. Misfires will be handled in accord-ante with paragraph 19 and AR 385-63.

h. Appropriate precautions should beobserved when firing in wooded or otherareas containing objects in the line of fire.In such firing, injury to the firer oradjacent personne1 may result shouldthe signa1 or flare strike a branch,overhead wires, or other object thatwould prevent its normal flight andfunction.

68. Packing and Markinga. Packing.

(1) The types and quantities of signalsand flares packed in wooden boxes,as well as pertinent data, are shownin table VI.

(2) Complete data are published in SM9-5-1370.

b. Marking. The information in (1)through (10) below is marked in black onpacking boxes of pyrotechnics (fig. 23).

(1)

(2)

(3)(4)

(5)

(6)(7)

(8)(9)

(l0)

Interstate Commerce Commission(ICC) shipping name.Federal Stock Number and Depart-ment of Defense Ammunition Code.Ammunition lot number.Gross weight of packing box andcontents.Cubical displacement of packingb o x .Date loaded.Quantity and descriptive nomen-clature of packed items.Ordnance insignia.Name and address of box manu-facturer and date manufactured.Inspector's stamp.

Table VI. Ammunition Packing Data

Item

Aircraft parachute flare ----

Aircraft illumination signals

Simulators ----------------

Packing

7/mtl cntr, 2 cntr (14 flare)/wdn bx ------l/fbr cntr M102, 25 cntr (25 flare)/wdn bx10/ctn, 8 ctn (80 signal)/wdn bx ---------12/ctn, 6 ctn (72 signal)/wdn bx ---------12 ctn, 12 ctn (144 signal)/wdn bx --------10/wax dipped wtrprf ctn, 10 ctn (100

simulators)/wdn bx.10fiax dipped wtrprf ctn, 8 ctn (80

simulators)/wdn bx.2/t%r cntr M73, 50 cntr (100 simulators)/

Wdn bx.

bx – box mtl — metal

Dimensions(in)

17-1/4 X 17-3/8 X 9-1/4 --19-1/2 X 15-3/8 X 16-1/820 X 11-1/2 X 12-1/8 -----15-5/8 X 13-5/8 X 12-5/828-1/8 X 13-5/8 X 12-5/823-7/8 X 11-1/4 X 11-3/4

20-5/8 X 12-1/8 X 11-1/2

23-5/8 X 9-7/8 X 12-5/8 --

volume(,.” it)

1.592.781.601.542.781.81

1.65

1.66

Weight(lb)

49.799.757.157.892.964.3

48.9

70.7

cntr — container wdn — woodenCtn — carton wtrprf — waterprooffbr — fiber,

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CHAPTER 8DESTRUCTION OF MATERIEL TO PREVENT ENEMY USE

69. Generala. Destruction of the ground signal pro-

jector MlAl, pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8,or hand pyrotechnic projector M9, whensubject to capture or abandonment in thecombat zone, will be undertaken by theusing army only when, in the judgementof the unit commander concerned, suchaction is necessary in accordance withorder of or policy established by the armycommander. When the projector or pistolis in the possession of Ordnance mainte-nance personnel or in storage, destructionwill be in accordance with FM 9-1 andapplicable portions of the information inb, c, and d below.

b. The information that follows is forguidance only. Certain of the proceduresdescribed require the use of explosivesand incendiary grenades, which normallymay not be authorized items of issue to theusing organization. The issue of these andrelated materials and the conditions underwhich destruction will be effected arecommand decisions in each case, accord-ing to the tactical situation. Of the severalmeans of destruction, those most generallyapplicable are:

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

Mechanical. Requires axe, pickmattock, sledge, crowbar, or sim-ilar implement.Burning. Requires gasoline, oil,incendiary grenades , or o therf l a m m a b l e s ,Demolition. 1Requires suitable ex-plosives or ammunition.Gunfire. 1Includes artillery, ma-chine guns, rifles using rifle gre-nades, and launchers using antitankrockets. Under some circum-stances, hand grenades may beused.Disposal. Requires burying in theground, dumping in the streams or

marshes, or scattering so widelyas to preclude recovery of essen-tial parts.

In general, destruction of essential parts,followed by burning will usually be suf-ficient to render the materiel useless.However, se1ection of the particularmethod of destruction requires imagina-tion and resourcefulness in the utilization of the facilities at hand under the existingconditions. Time is usually critical.

c. If destruction to prevent enemy use is resorted to, the materiel must be so badlydamaged that it cannot be restored to ausable condition in the combat zone eitherby repair or cannibalization. Adequatedestruction. requires that all parts essen-tial to the operation of the materiel, in-cluding essential spare parts, be destroyedor damaged beyond repair. However, whenlack of time and personnel prevents de-struction of all parts, priority is given tothe destruction of those parts most difficultto replace. Equally important, the sameessential parts must be destroyed on alllike materiel, so that the enemy cannotconstruct one complete unit from severaldamaged ones.

d. If destruction by demolition or gun-fire is directed, due consideration shouldbe given to the observance of appropriatesafety precautions.

70. Destruction of Ground Signal ProiectorM1A1, Pyrotechnic Pistol AN-M8, orHand Pyrotechnic Proiector M9

a. Method No. 1-by Mechanical Means.Using an axe, pick mattock, sledge, orother heavy implement, thoroughly smashthe projector or pistol. Elapsed time: about1 minute.

b. Method No. 2-by Burning. Place theprojector or pistol on a pile of combusti-ble. Pour gasoline over the combustible.

1Generally applicable only when the projector or pistol is to be destroyed in conjunction with other

equipment.

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Ignite and take cover. A hot fire is re- vapor. Carelessness in its use may resultquired to render the materiel useless. in painful burns.Elapsed time: about 3 minutes, c. Method No. 3 - by Disposal. Bury the

Caution: When igniting gasoline, due projector or pistol in a suitable hole orconsideration should be given to the highly throw it into a stream. Elapsed time: aboutinflammable nature of gasoline and its 2 minutes.

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CHAPTER 9

SHIPMENT AND STORAGE

71. Shipping Instructionsa. Responsibility. When shipping the

projector or pistol, the officer in chargeof preparing the shipment will be respon-sible for furnishing materiel in a service-able condition and properly processed forshipment, including the preparation ofArmy shipping documents.

b. Preparation for Shipment. Personnelwithdrawing the projector or pistol fromstorage for shipment must not removepreservatives other than to insure thatthe materiel is complete and serviceable.It is has been determined that preserva-tives are not adequate, they must be re-stored prior to shipment, as prescribedin paragraph 73.

c. Army Shipping Documents. prepareall Army shipping documents in accord-ance with AR 725-5.

72. Storage Instructionsa. General.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

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Prepare DD Form 6 for all ship-ments received in a damaged orotherwise unsatisfactory condition.Projectors or pistols received forstorage and already processed fordomestic shipment must not bereprocessed, un1ess inspectionperformed on receipt of materielreveals corrosion, deterioration,etc.Completely process projector orpistol upon receipt directly frommanufacturing facilities or whenpreservatives have been renderedin effective.Projector or pistol to be preparedfor limited storage must be givena limited technical inspection andprocessed as prescribed in para-graph 73. The results of the in-spection and classification will benoted by attaching tags indicatingany deficiencies.After inspection, replace or repair

(6)

all missing or broken parts. If re-pairs are beyond the scope of theunit and materiel will will be in-activated for an appreciable lengthof time, place materiel in limitedstorage and attach tags specifyingthe repairs needed. The reports ofthese conditions will be submittedby the unit commander for actionby an ordnance maintenance unit. When materiel is inactivated, itwill be processed in accordancewith paragraph 73.

b. Inspection During Storage. Performa visual inspection periodically to de-termine general conditions of materiel.If damage or corrosion is found on anypart, repair or reprocess as prescribedin paragraph 73.

c. Storage Site. The preferred storagesite is indoors.

73. Cleaning, Preservation, Packaging,and Packing Instructions

N o t e . P r i o r t o c l e a n i n g , d i s a s s e m b l e t h e g r i p s ,b a r r e l a s s e m b l y , a n d f r a m e a s s e m b l y .

a. Cleaning. Clean all surfaces by oneof the methods indicated in (1) through (3)below, whichever is applicable or avail-able at installation. It is of utmost import-ance that all parts be spotlessly cleanedprior to application of preservatives andpackaging.

(1) Dip-tank method (metal accesso-ries only). Place metal parts in ametal perforated basket and sub-merge and agitate for approxi-mately 1 minute in a tank contain-ing dry-cleaning solvent or volatilemineral spirits. Remove and sub-merge into a second tank contain-ing clean solvent. Agitate for about1 minute and remove. Submergeinto a third tank containing a sup-pressor or fingerprint removeroil (type A) to remove all acids.Remove and dry the parts thor-oughly with dry compressed air

(provided with special moisturef i l ter t raps) , infra-red lamps,heating oven, or by wiping the partwith clean lint-free cloths.

(2) Scrubbing method. Clean all partsby scrubbing with cloths soaked inthe solvent (1) above, by wipingwith clean, solvent-soaked cloths.When the solvent-soaked clothsused for the first scrubbing oper-ation become too dirty for furtheruse, discard them and use cleansolvent-soaked cloths. Clean clothsmust be soaked with clean solventfor the final wiping operation. Ap-ply fingerprint remover oil (typeA) and dry thoroughly as pre-scribed in (1) above.

(3) Vapor degreaser method (metal ac-cessories only). Tanks containinga heated solution of trichlorethyl-ene or perchloroethylene (type II)are used mostly for degreasingitems that are very greasy, oily,and grimy and not readily cleanedby the dip-tank method (1) above.Place parts in a metal perforatedbasket and submerge just below thevapors in the tank for about 2 or 3minutes until all the oil or greasemelts and runs off items in thebasket. Remove basket and applyfingerprint remover oil (type A) toitems and dry thoroughly as pre-scribed in (1) above.

Warning: Personnel operatingvapor degreasers are cautioned notto breathe the vapor fumes.

b. Preservation. Remove fingerprintsand apply a coat of oil (PL special), gen-eral purpose lubricating oil to the metalportion of the projector and pistol.

c. Packaging.(1) Ground signal projector M1A1.

(a) Put the projector in a type 1 bar-rier material bag and securewith heat.

(b) Put bag and contents into fibercan container.

(c) Assemble top to container andseal with tape.

(2) P y r o t e c h n i c p i s t o l A N - M 8with pyrotechnic pistol mountM1.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

Put each pistol and mount in atype 1 barrier material bag andsecure with heat.Cons t ruc t mount and p is to lsupports from corrugated fiber-board.Position supports in the corru-gated fiberboard carton andlocate the wrapped mount andpistol in the supports within thefiberboard box.Close carton and seal along theclosure seam with 3-inch Kraftgummed cloth tape or equal.

(3) Hand pyrotechnic projector M9.(a) Wrap each projector in barrier

material; secure with tape.(b) Insert wrapped projector into

barrier-type bag and seal withheat.

(c) Position the wrapped projectorin the fiberboard carton (fig. 26).

(d) Close carton and seal along theclosure seam with 3-inch Kraftgummed cloth tape or equal.

d. Packing Instructions.(1)

(2)

(3)

Ground signal projector M1A1.Pack in accordance with MIL-C-3955.Pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8 withpyrotechnic pistol mount M1. Packin accordance with MIL-P-3974and drawing F7267877.Hand pyrotechnic projector M9.Pack in accordance with MIL-P-20102A.

e. Marking Instructions. Standard andp r e c a u t i o n a r y m a r k i n g w i l l b e a p -plied to boxes as prescribed in TM 9-200.

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APPENDIX I

REFERENCES

1. Publication IndexesThe following indexes should be consulted frequently for the latest changes or revisions

of references given in this appendix and for new publications relating to materiel coveredin this manual.Index of Army Motion Pictures, Film Strips, Slides, and Phono DA Pam 108-1

Recordings.Military Publications:

Index of Administrative Publications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DA Pam 310-1Index of Blank Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DA Pam 310-2Index of Graphic Training Aids and Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DA Pam 310-5Index of Supply Manuals - Ordnance Corps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DA Pam 310-29Index of Technical Manuals, Technical Bulletins, Supply Bulletins, DA Pam 310-4

Lubrication Orders, and Modification Work Orders.Index of Training Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DA Pam 310-3

2. Supply ManualsThe following supply manuals of the Department of the Army supply manuals pertain

to this materiel:

a. Destruction to Prevent Enemy Use.Ammunition and Explosives: Land Mines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SM 9-5-1345Ammunition Explosives (Class 1370 Pyrotechnics) . . . . . . . . . . . SM 9-5-1370

b. GeneraI.Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ORD 1

c. Repair, Rebuild, and Supply.Organizational, Field and Depot Maintenance Repair Parts and TM 9-1095-201-25P

Special Tool List for M1A1 Ground Signal Projector, M9 HandPyrotechnic Projector, AN-M8 Pyrotechnic Pistol with Pyro-technic Pistol Mount M1.

Shop Set, Field Maintenance, Small Arms (5180-754-0664) . . . . . SM 9-4-5180-A18Shop Set, Field Maintenance, Small Arms, Post, Camp, and SM 9-4-5180-A28

Station, Set A (5180-348-7393).Tool Kit, Armorer's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SM 9-4-5180-A56Tool Kit, Small Arms Repairman’s (5180-357-7770) . . . . . . . . . . SM 9-4-5180-A57

3. FormsThe following forms pertain to this materiel.

DA Form 9-79, Parts Requisition.DA Form 9-80, Job Order File.DA Form 9-81, Exchange Part or Unit Identification Tag.DA Form 828, Job Time Ticket - Individual.DA Form 829, Rejection Memorandum.DA Form 2028, Recommended Changes to DA Technical Manual Parts Lists or Supply

Manual 7, 8, or 9.DA Form 2407, Unsatisfactory Equipment Report.DD Form 6, Report of Damaged or Improper Shipment.

4 2

4. Other Publications

The following explanatory publications contain information pertinent to this materieland associated equipment.

a. Ammunition.Ammunition, General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TM 9-1900Ammunition for Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TA 23-100Care, Handling, Preservation, and Destruction of Ammunition . . . . . . . . TM 9-1903Demolition Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TM 9-1946Disposal of Supplies and Equipment:

Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AR 755-140-1Explosives and Demolitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 5-25Safety:

Identification of Inert Ammunition and Ammunition Components . . . . . AR 385-65Regulations for Firing Ammunition for Training, Target Practice, and AR 385-63Combat.b. Chemical Attacks and Decontamination.

Chemical, Biological, and Radiological (CBR) Decontamination . . . . . . . . . TM 3-220Grenades and Pyrotechnics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 23-30Military Chemistry and Chemical Agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TM 3-215Small Unit Procedures in Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Warfare . . . . . FM 21-40

c. General.Dictionary of United States Army Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AR 320-5Logistics (General): Malfunctions Involving Ammunition and Explosives AR 700-1300-8Military Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FM 21-30 Military Terms, Abbreviations, and Symbols: Authorized Abbreviations AR 320-50

and Brevity Codes.Military training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 21-5Ordnance Direct Support Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 9-3Ordnance General and Depot Support Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 9-4Ordnance Service in the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. FM 9-1Safety: Accident Reporting and Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AR 385-40Techniques of Military Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 21-6

d. Inspection and Maintenance.Basic Cold Weather Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 31-70Cleaning and Black Finishing of Ferrous Metals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TM 9-1861Cleaning of Ordnance Materiel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TM 9-208-1Field Inspection and Serviceability Standards for Small Arms Materiel . . TB ORD 587Inspection of Ordnance Materiel in Hands of Troops. . . . . . . . . . . . . TM 91100Logistics (General): Unsatisfactory Equipment Report. . . . . . . . . . . . AR 700-38Maintenance of Supplies and Equipment: Command Maintenance Inspec- AR 750-8

tions.Materials Used for Cleaning, Preserving, Abrading, and Cementing Ord- TM 9-247

nance Materiel; and Related Materials Including Chemicals.Operation and Maintenance: General Signal Projector MlAl; Hand Pyre- TM 9-2018/

technic Projector M9; Pyrotechnic Pistol Mount Ml. TO 29A-20-2Operation and Maintenance of Ordnance Materiel in Extreme Cold TM 9-207

Weather 0° to -65° F.e. Shipment and Standby or Long Term Storage.

General Packaging Instructions for Ordnance General Supplies . . . . . . . . TM 9-200Issue of Supplies and Equipment: Preparation, Processing, and Documen-

tation for Requisitioning, Shipping, and Receiving.Standards for Oversea Shipment and Domestic Issue of Ordnance Materiel

Other Than Ammunition-and Army Aircraft.

AR 725-5

TB ORD 385

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APPENDIX II

MAINTENANCE ALLOCATION CHART

1. PurposeTo allocate specific maintenance operations to the proper echelon on the basis of time,

tools, and skills normally available to various echelons in combat situation and influencedby maintenance policy and sound maintenance practices as authorized in AR 750-6.

2. Explanation of ColumnsThe maintenance allocation chart designates overall responsibility for the maintenance

function on end item or assembly. Repair and/or overhaul of major assemblies is desig-nated by authority of the Army Commander representative, except for the specific repairsubfunctions listed in the maintenance allocation charts. Deviation from maintenanceoperations allocated in the maintenance allocation chart is authorized only upon approvalof the Army commander representative,

SERVICE To clean, to preserve, and to re-plenish lubricants.

INSPECT To verify serviceability and todetect incipient electrical or

mechanical failure by scrutiny.REPLACE To substitute serviceable as-

semblies, subassemblies, andparts for unserviceable com-ponents.

REPAIR To restore to a serviceable con-dition by replacing unservice-able parts, or by any other actionrequired utilizing tools, equip-ment and skills available, toinclude welding, grinding,riveting, straightening, adjust-ing, etc.

OVERHAUL To restore to a condition compa-

rable to new by disassemblingthe item to determine the con-dition of each of its componentparts and reassembling it usingserviceable, rebuilt, or new as-semblies, subassemblies, andparts.

SYMBOL “X” The symbol “X” placed in theappropriate column indicatesthe echelon responsible forperforming that particular main-tenance operation, but does notnecessarily indicate that repairwill be stocked at that level.Echelons higher than the ech-elon marked by “X’’ are au-thorized to perform the indi-cated operation.

(1) (2) (3)Echelons

Group No. Component and related operations

lst 2d 3dI

4th 5th

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1

2

3

4

5

Ground Signal Projector

Barrel 7312575:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------

Body assembly 7312571:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------

Breech assembly 7312572:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------

Lever firing pin striker 7312572:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------

Spike assembly 7312574:Service -----------------------Repair ----------------— ------Replace -----------------------

x----

x----

x----

x--------

x--------

M1A1 1095-731-2570

---

---

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x

x

x

xx

xx

(1) (2) (3)Echelons

Group NO. Component and related operations

Ist 2d 3d 4thI

5th

Had pyrotechnic projector M9 1095-726-5668

1

2

3

4

1

2

3

4

1

2

3

4

Barrel assembly 5645322:8ervice -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------Overhaul ----------------------

Breech assembly 5645323:%xwice -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------

Firing pin assembly 6284607:service -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------

Latch assembly 5645321:service -----------------------Repair ------------------------

x------------

x--------

x--------

x----

---------

------

------

---

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------

------

---

x--------

xx

xx

x

--------

Pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8with pyrotachrIic piatolmount Ml 1095-726-5657

pistol, PjWO@ChniC, AN-M87265820

Barrel assembly 6257646:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------

Frame assembly 6257658:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------

Latdr mount 6257649:8ervice -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------

Guard: trigger 5621053:8ervice -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------

Pyrotechnic Pistol Mount Ml 6261074

Cover assembly 6261075:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------

Sleeve recoil (Mf%Assy) 6257670:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------

Ring Connecting Round 5299564:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------

Chain: weldless 7161312:Service -----------------------Repair ------------------------Replace -----------------------

x----

x----

x--------

x--------

x--------

x----

x--------

x--------

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x

xx

xx

xx

x

xx

xx

xx

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APPENDIX III

BASIC ISSUE ITEMS LIST

Section I.

1. General

This appendix is a list of the basic issueitems that are required for stockage byfirst echelon. It includes accessories, at-tachments, and component assemblies withquantities thereof, which constitute themajor end item of equipment; and the firstechelon accessories, tools, supplies, spareassemblies, and repair parts accompany-ing the equipment, all of which constitutethe major end item for issue to users.

2. Explanation and Definitionsa. Source, Maintenance, and Recover-

ability Code. This column lists a code thatindicates the selection status and sourceof supply of the repair part or item, thelowest echelon capable of installing therepair part, and the recoverability aspectsof the repair part. An example of this codeis P, O, R. The P indicates that the itemis a mission stockage list repair part thatis procured and stocked on a nationalprogram basis, the O indicates that therepair part is authorized to first and sec-ond echelons, and the R indicates that therepair part is an expendable, recoverableitem. When repair parts supply respon-sibility has been assigned to a technicalservice other than Ordnance, the basicnumber of the supplying technical serviceis listed in the first position of the sourcecode, for example, 11 for a Signal Corpsitem. Refer to paragraph 3 for an explana-tion of all codes appearing in this manual.

b. Federal Stock Number. This columnlists the Federal stock number which hasbeen assigned by the Cataloging Division,Defense Logistics Services Center.

c. Description. This column lists theFederal item name (shown in capital let-ters) and any additional description re-quired for supply operations. The ab-

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PREFACE

breviation w/e (with equipment) when usedas a portion of the nomenclature indicatesthat the major item or major combinationincludes all armament, equipment, acces-sories, and repair parts issued with theitem. The technical service number is alsoincluded for reference.

d. Unit of Issue. This column lists theminimum quantity that will be supplied.Where the unit of issue is shown as ft, in,etc., such as for bulk materials, the requi-sition should indicate the exact amountthat is required.

e. Quantity Authorized. This columnlists the quantity of the listed item author-ized for stockage by first echelon.

f. Illustration. This column indicatesthe figure number of the illustration thatdepicts the item.

3. Explanation of Codesa. Technical Service Number. I t ems

not coded in this column are considered(9) Ordnance items.

Code Explanation12 Adjutant Generalb. Recoverability. When no code is in-

dicated in column 1(d), the item is expend-able and not recoverable.Code Explanation

R Indicates a repair part or assemblythat is expendable and recoverableand is economically repairableand, when available, is furnishedby supply on an exchange basis.

4. Suggestions and RecommendationsNotice of discrepancies and recommen-

dations for additions and deletions of repairparts and special tools should be forwardedon DA Form 2028 direct to CommandingGeneral, Headquarters, US Army WeaponsCommand, Rock Island Arsenal, RockIsland, Illinois, ATTN: AMSWE-SMM.

Section II.

TM 9-1095-201-25P

SM 9-5-1370

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INDEX

Paragraph Page15

ParagraphAccidents, field report of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3CAllocation, maintenance (See maintenance

allocation)Ammunition:

Authorized rounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care, handling, and preservation . . .Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packing and marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Precautions in firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preparation for firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ammunition, packing and marking (SeePacking and marking)

Ammunition packing data (table VI) . . . .Armorer, preventive maintenance by

(See Preventive maintenance byarmorer)

Assembly (See specific items)Authorized forma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Authorized rounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Basic preventive maintenance . . . . . . . . .Before firing, service (See Service be-

fore ,firing)Care, handling, and preservation of

ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Categories of Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Classification of ammunition . . . . . . . . . .Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cleaning instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cleaning, preservation, packaging, and

packing instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cold climates, operation in (See Opera-

tion in cold climates)Cold-weather lubrication, extreme . . . .Cold-weather maintenance, extreme

(See Maintenance under unusual condi-tions)

Conditions, general (See General condi-tions)

6564626163686766

68

3b6533

6440629b32

32b

73

30b

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-13Data, tabulated (See Tabulated data)Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Destruction of materiel to prevent

enemy use:Destruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Difference between models . . . . . . . . . . . .Disassembly (See specific items)During firing service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Equipment and tools (See Tools and

equipment)Equipment and tools, special (See

Special tools and equipment)Final inspection:

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Specific inspection procedures . . . .

Firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Firing, precautions in (See Precautions

in firing)Firing, preparation for (See Preparation

for firing)Forms, records, and reports . . . . . . . . . . . . .General conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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4

7069

5

20

596018

322

Page4

3533313131373636

37

43515

331831

81414

40

14

9

5

3838

5

11

303010

411

General precautions in cleaning . . . . . . . .Ground signal projector, MlAl:

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hand pyrotechnic projector, M9:Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Maintenance and repair . . . . . . . . .

Hot climates, operation in (See Opera-tion in hot climates)

Hot, damp, and salty atmosphere . . . . .Hot, dry climates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .Hot-weather lubrication, extreme . . . . .Hot-weather maintenance, extreme (See

Maintenance under unusual conditions)Humid and salt-air conditions, lubrica-

tion for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Identification of ammunition. . . . . . . . . Inspection, categories of (See Cate-

gories of inspection)Inspection, final (See Final inspection)Inspection, general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inspection of materiel in the hands of

troops in the field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inspection, Ordnance shop (See Ord-

nance shop inspection)Inspection, preembarkation (See Pre-

embarkation inspection)Inspection procedures:

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inspection of materiel in the hands of

troops in the field . . . . . . . . . . . .Ordnance shop inspections . . . . . .Preembarkation inspections of mate-

riel in units alerted for oversea movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Inspection, purpose of (See Purpose ofinspection)

Inspection, scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Instructions, cleaning, preservation,

packaging and packing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Instructions, cleaning (See Cleaning

instructions)Instructions, lubrication (See Lubrication

instructions)Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lubrication, extreme cold-weather (See

Extreme cold-weather lubrication)Lubrication, general . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lubrication instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lubrication under unusual conditions . . .Maintenance allocation . . . . . . . . . . . .

32c

48464547

52504951

24c24b30C

30d63

9d

40a

41

4243

44

38

73

1-717

9C2930

22222122

23232223

121214

1431

9

18

19

1919

20

18

40

2-610

81313

2 4Maintenance and repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .45-56Maintenance instructions. . . . . . . . . . . .25-37Maintenance under unusual conditions:

Extreme cold-weather maintenance 57Extreme hot-weather maintenance . . . . 58

Marking of ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68bMisfire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Nameplate and serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24

21-2713-17

29293711

58-12

Paragraph PageOperators preventive-maintenance

services (table II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 15Operation in cold climates . . . . . . . . . . 23 12Operation in hot climates . . . . . . . . . . 24 12Operation under sandy or dusty condi-

tions, lubrication after . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30e 14Operation under unusual conditions . . .. . 22-24 11-12Operation under usual conditions . . . . . . 14-21 9-11Ordnance shop inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packing and marking of ammunition . . . Packing of ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Precautions in cleaning (See General

precautions in cleaning)Precautions in firing . . . . . . . . . . . . .Preembarkation inspection . . . . . . . . . . . .Preparation for firing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Preparation for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Preventive maintenance, basic (See

basic preventive maintenance)Preventive maintenance, schedule of (See

Schedule of preventive maintenance)

40b 1868 37

68a 37

67 3640C 19

66 3615 9

Preventive maintenance services . . . . . . .31-37Preventive-maintenance services by

armorer (table III) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Purpose of inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Pyrotechnic pistol AN-M8 with pyro-

technic pistol mount Ml:Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Maintenance and repair . . . . . . . . . 55

Records, reports, and forms (see Forms, records, and reports)

Repair parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 26Reports, records, and forms (See

Forms, records, and reports)

14-17

1618

27252426

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Rounds, authorized (See Authorizedrounds)

Schedule of preventive maintenance . . . . . . . 34Scope of manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1Scope of troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Serial number (See Nameplate and serial

number)Service before firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Service during firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Service upon receipt of materiel. . . . . . . . . . . 8,9Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Services, preventive-maintenance (See

Preventive-maintenance services)Shipment and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71-73Shipping instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Special tools (table I) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Storage instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Tables:

Ammunition packing data (table VI) . . . . . .Authorized rounds (table V) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Operators preventive-maintenance serv-

ices (table II.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Preventive-maintenance services by

armorer (table III) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Special tools (table I) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Troubleshooting (table IV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tabulated data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Tools and equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Tools and equipment, special (See

Special tools and equipment)Troubleshooting (table IV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Unloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Unsatisfactory equipment or materials,

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By Order of Secretary of the Army:

Official:J. C. LAMBERT,Major General, United States Army,The Adjutant General.

Distribution:Active Army:

DCSLOG (1)CNGB (1)CofEngrs (1)TSG (1)CSigO (1)AMC, Det #l (ORD) (1)USA Ord CD Agcy (2)USCONARC (3)USA Mat Comd (5)ARADCOM (2)ARADCOM Rgn (2)OS Ma Comd (2) exceptUSAREUR (3)USARJ (3)

OS Base Comd (2)LOGCOMD (2)MDW (2)Armies (3)Corps (2)USA Corps (2)Div (2)Bde (2)

EARLE G. WHEELER,General, United States Army,Chief of Staff.

Regt/Gp/BG (2)Bn (2)Co/Btry (1) except

Ord Co (2)Instl (2)USA Msl Comd (2)USA Wpns Comd (2)USA Ammo Proc & Sup Agcy (2)GENDEP (OS) (1)Ord Sec, GENDEP (2)Ord Dep (OS) (2)Army Dep (2) except

Raritan ( 10)POE (1)Army Tml (1)OSA (1)Ord PG (10)Ord Arsenals (5)Springfield Armory (5)Ord Dist (2)Br Svc Sch (2) exceptUSA Ord Sch (50)

NG: State AG (3); Units - Same as Active Army except allowance is one copy to each unit,USAR: Same as Active Army except allowance is one copy to each unit.For explanation of abbreviations used, see AR 320-50.

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