Figure 3-17.—Inspecting firing lanyard

Figure 3-16.—Removing stowage sleeve. Figure 3-17.—Inspecting firing lanyard. figure 3-16. Inspect the firing lanyard for proper stowage, as shown in figure 3-17. In this inspection you may find that the firing lanyard has been pulled out of the stowage sleeve, or it may have been improperly stowed. To restow the firng lanyard, cut a piece of Type I nylon cord 30 inches long. This will aid you in stowing the lanyard. Measure 7 inches from the sewn loop at the top of the firing lanyard and make a mark. This mark will leave you 7 inches of slack between the sewn loop and the stowage sleeve. Form a bight the length of the stowage sleeve in the firing lanyard, and by using the Type I cord and a bodkin, pull the firing lanyard into the stowage sleeve, stopping at the bottom of the sleeve. (See figures 3-18 and 3-19). Figure 3-18.—Stowage sleeve and firing lanyard. Figure 3-19.—Stowing firing lanyard. 3 - 9