Maintain an M240B Machine Gun Reviews
Inspect the Receiver Assembly
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&pageText=To properly inspect the receiver assembly, you must check:&
&label1=Rear sight&
&label2=Cocking handle&
&label3=Ejection port cover&
&label4=Bipod&
&label5=Accessory-mounting rail&
&label6=Barrel locking latch&
&poptext1=Ensure rear sight is securely mounted and operates properly.&
&poptext2=Ensure cocking handle operates properly by pulling it to the rear and allowing it to slowly return forward, making sure the slide does not bind.&
&poptext3=Check for damaged or missing ejection port cover, spring, and pin. Check for proper operation of ejection port cover.&
&poptext4=Lower and raise bipod legs to ensure they move freely. Check bipod legs for cracks, or for twisted or incomplete assembly.&
&poptext5=Check accessory-mounting rail for nicks or burrs that may prevent proper attachment of optional sighting devices.&
&poptext6=Check barrel locking latch and cover detent for proper spring tension.&