SMOKE AND ILLUMINATION SIGNAL - TM-55-1680-349-100018

TM 55-1680-349-10

end of the signal can be seen at a distance of two to three miles at

an altitude of 3000 feet. To activate and illumination signal

proceed as follows:

WARNING

Do not attempt to ignite both ends of signal at the same time

a. Remove the paper or plastic cap from either the smoke or

illumination end of the signal, as applicable

b. Grasp the signal firmly with one hand and hold the signal

close to the chest in a horizontal position with each end of the

signal pointed away from the body

c. Insert the index finger of your free hand into the pull ring

which shall break the soldered end of the cap free If the soldered

cap does not release, bring the pull ring down over the rim of the

can and press down with the heel of your hand, using the ring as a

lever to break the seal.

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