Weapon Cleaning In Adverse Climates

Question 1

Hot, dry, sandy conditions

Answer 1

• Liberally oil inside, dry wipe outside using OX24
• Muzzle Cover, Dust Cover and Sight cover fitted whilst not in use
• Fill magazine with 25 rounds to allow for build up of sand
• At the local commanders discretion - make ready

Question 2

Hot, wet conditions

Answer 2

• Heavily oil outside and inside using OX24
• Change SUSAT for iron sights
• Watch for the rapid return of rust and remove

Question 3

Extreme sub-temperature

Answer 3

• Liberally oil inside and outside using OX24
• Watch for the build up of snow and remove
• Avoid breathing on the sights and side of the weapon
• Check for rust regularly
• Watch for working parts sticking/freezing
• use stove naptha to defrost working parts

Question 4

Marine environment

Answer 4

In all areas involving salt water, care must be taken to remove all traces before lubrication and after cleaning as salt is corrosive.