TM 9-2350-230-12, C10
TABLE 3-4.1. LOADING, LAUNCHING, AND UNLOADING MISSILES IN 152MM GUN-LAUNCHER - Continued
STEP
PROCEDURE
FIG/ITEM
IMMEDIATE ACTION IN CASE OF FAILURE TO LAUNCH - Continued
30
Open breech electrically or manually (steps 18 and 20).
31
Depress detent release handle located at forward edge of loading tray
bracket and hold in depressed position.
32
Grasp guided missile and slide rearward onto loading tray.
DO NOT TOUCH MISSILE FIRING CONNECTOR OR DIAPHRAGM.
33
Release detent release. Remove missile from weapon.
34
In combat situations, dispose of missile immediately.
In non-combat situations, cover the aft end of the missile with 2 layers
of aluminum foil, extended over the rim of the aft cap, and secure the
foil. Tag the missile with the following caution: "Misfired Missile
Handle With Caution;" place missile in missile container; tag outside
of container with the same caution, and evacuate through normal
35
Before resuming firing procedure after misfire, check firing mechanism
contact and clean if necessary to assure proper operation.
36
Report misfires, hangfires, and other missile malfunctions in accordance
with unit safety standard operating procedures.
AFTER FIRING
37
Place SAFE/READY switch on loader's control box in SAFE position.
38
Close breech electrically or manually.
39
Turn fire control selector to OFF position.
40
Turn TURRET CONTROL POWER switch off as system is no longer
required and engage turret traverse lock.
41
42
Turn turret ventilating fan off when vehicle is clear of fumes.
43
Close bore scavenger shut-off valve.
44
Perform after-operation preventive-maintenance checks and services
45
Clean and lubricate gun-launcher in accordance with table 5-8. 1.
46
Insert plug in gun-launcher muzzle to prevent entry of rain, dust, or
debris.
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