2. PURPOSE: To provide proper guidance on clearing, disassembling, cleaning, lubricating, reassembling and conducting preventive maintenance checks and services on the M4 or M4A1. To use the army regulations and technical manual when conducting one of the above task
3. APPLICABILITY: This SOP applies to all 16 personnel assigned to 3rd Platoon, Charlie Company, 2-3 Brigade Special Troops Battalion.
4. RESPONSIBILITIES: Squad Leaders are responsible for their squad’s serviceability of their M4/M4A1 carbine and the ability for their squad to pass inspection by the platoon sergeant and arms room.
b) Every soldier are responsible to complete three copies of DA Form 2404 for each M4
c) Every soldier are responsible to turn in one copy to the armorer
d) Every soldier are responsible to keep one copy for yourself e)Squad Leaders are responsible to give a copy to the platoon sergeant
5. PROCEDURES: Weapons will be checked and cleared prior to disassembly of your weapon. When clearing your weapon, put your weapon on safe if not done so already, and have your battle buddy ensure that the firing chamber is clear.
a. When disassembling your weapon, follow procedures IAW TM 9-1005-319-10 for proper instructions. When disassembly is completed, keep all components in a centralized location so as to prevent misplacing weapon parts.
b. Clean each part with the required weapons cleaning kit provided to you by the Armor.
6. SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS: Any additional information needed to clarify procedures in the SOP or instructions that are not part of the procedures.