TM 55-1680-316-10
2-13. SMOKE AND ILLUMINATION SIGNAL
FLARE (Figures 1-3, 1-4, 1-5;
items 16.15 and 8)
WARNING
Do not attempt to ignite both ends of a signal at the
same time.
The smoke and illumination signal is a hand activated combination
day or night distress signal. One end of the signal device contains
orange smoke for daytime use and the opposite end (flare end)
contains a pyrotechnic compound for illumination during nighttime
use. The flare end of the signal can be identified by a series of
embossed projections 1/4 inch below the end cap. The average
burning time of the illumination signal is 18 seconds. When in use,
each end of the signal can be seen from a distance of two to three
miles at an altitude of 3000 feet. To activate the smoke and
illumination signal, proceed as follows:
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