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Posted: 6/22/2006 6:24:54 PM EDT
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I was doing some reading and came across the M1 Garand TM-9-1005-222-12 which had some interesting info.A blast from the past that some might appreciate. "2-17.Operation in extreme heat,hot and dry climates. 1.The film of oil necessary for operation and preservation dissipates quickly in hot climates.Inspect the rifle,paying particular attention to all hidden surfaces such as bolt and bolt lug,operating rod and recess,cam surfaces and bolt locking recess in receiver,where corrosion might occur and not be quickly noticed. 2.Perspiration from the hands contributes to rusting because it contains acids and salts.After handling materiel,clean,wipe dry,and restore the oil film using PL special,general purpose lubricating oil. 3.Clean and oil the bore more frquently than usual. 4.Apply linseed oil to wooden parts to prevent drying. B.Hot,damp,and salty atmosphere. 1.See (1) and (2) above under hot,dry climates. 2.Inspect materiel frequently because of increased possibility of rust. 3.When material is active,clean and lubricate the bore and exposed metal surfaces more frequently than prescribed for normal service. 4.Moist and salty atmosphere tend to emulsify oils and greases and destroy their rust preventive qualities.Inspect all parts frequently for corrosion. 5.When materiel is inactive,cover metal surfaces with a film of PL special,general purpose lubricating oil. 6.Apply linseed oil to wooden parts to keep out moisture. 2-18.Operation in dusty or sandy areas. a.Clean and lubricate the materiel more frequently in sandy or dusty areas.Exercise particular care to keep sand out of mechanisms when carrying out inspecting and lubricating operations.Shield parts from flying sand with tarpaulins during disassembly and assembly operations. b.Before operating in sandy areas,remove lubricant from bolt,barrel and receiver,operating rod,and trigger housing assembly,as they will pick up sand and form an abrassive which will cause rapid wear.Dry surfaces wear less than surafces coated with lubricants contaminated with sand.Clean and lubricate all exposed parts after action is over. 2-19.Hand carried fording a.No special lubrication is required before fording. b.Protect from water splashes. c.If immersion does occur,proceed as directed in paragraph 2-20. 2-20.Maintenance after immersion. a.General.During hand carried fording,water seepage into bolt,trigger housing,receiver,and operating rod assembly will usually occur.It is advisable,therefore,that the service outlined below be accomplished on all weapons submerged in water as soon as practical to prevent damage to the weapon. b.Procedures. 1.After submersion in salt water,wash in clear water to remove corrosive salts. 2.Drain all trapped moisture and wipe dry. 3.Assemblies which require disassembly for proper lubrication must be disassembled,dried,and lubricated as soon as possible. |
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