TM 9--2350--292--100068 00--6OPERATE M239 SMOKE GRENADE SYSTEM -- CONTINUED0068 00UNLOADINGWARNINGEnsure that arming switch is OFF (lamp not lit) before loading or unloading grenades fromdischarger. Failure to comply may result in injury or DEATH to personnel due to accidentaldischarge.Never place body in front of dischargers when loading or unloading grenades or whendischargers are loaded. Failure to comply may result in injury or DEATH to personnel due toaccidental discharge.1. Remove grenades (4) from discharger (3) by pulling grenade (4) out with hands.2. Return grenades (4) to metal ammunition storage boxes (6) on side of hull.3. Install canvas covers (2) over dischargers (3) to keep out debris.42633DUDS AND MISFIRES1. Misfire. A misfire is the failure of the grenade to be launched from discharger. When a misfire occurs, make twoadditional attempts to fire grenade in accordance with this work package. If grenade still remains, removegrenade in accordance with this work package and attempt to fire grenade from another discharger barrel. Ifgrenade still remains, treat as a dud.2. Duds. A dud is a grenade that has either failed to be launched from discharger or has been launched but failed toburst. Remove dud from discharger barrel and place dud in an empty storage box as referenced in TM9--1185--41 and dispose of in accordance with local Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). If a grenade has beenlaunched but failed to burst, mark location and handle in accordance with local Standard Operating Procedures(SOP).END OF TASK
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