SIG SAUER SIG556xi - Manual (Page 39)

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3.3 loading the magazine
1. ensure the magazine is the proper type and caliber for the rifle;
2. Hold the magazine vertically;
3. Place a round between the feed lips and press down - ensure the bullet is facing the front of the magazine; and
4. Place the next round on top of the previous round and repeat until the desired number of rounds are loaded.
3.4 changing the magazine
1. ensure the safety lever is in the “S” (Safe) position;
2. remove the magazine by depressing the magazine catch; on 556xi russian model, magazine can be released by pushing the
mag release lever forward to release magazine;
3. insert loaded magazine and check that it is properly seated.