® A5 SHOTGUN OWNER’S MANUAL
Important operating instructions for: BROWNING A5® AUTOLOADING SHOTGUNS If you have any questions about your new firearm, this owner’s manual or other Browning products, contact: Browning Customer Service One Browning Place Morgan, UT 84050-9326 Phone: (800) 333-3288 browning.com Please use the space below to record information about your new firearm.
C O N T E N T S P A G E State Warning............................................................................................2 WARNING: You are Responsible for Firearms Safety............................2 General Description and Operation......................................................10 Nomenclature..........................................................................................10 Serial Number.........................................................................................
S TAT E WA R N I N G According to state law, California requires that firearm manufacturers, distributors and retailers include conspicuous, specific warnings with firearms sold in that state. Firearms must be handled responsibly and securely stored to prevent access by children and other unauthorized users. California has strict laws pertaining to firearms, and you may be fined or imprisoned if you fail to comply with them. Visit the Web site of the California Attorney General at https://oag.ca.
Please read and understand all of the cautions, warnings, notices, proper handling procedures and instructions outlined in this owner’s manual before using your new firearm. 1 ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE OF YOUR FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE CERTAIN IT IS UNLOADED. Never point any firearm at anything you do not intend to shoot. Be extremely alert and aware of all persons and property within the range of your ammunition.
3 WHENEVER YOU HANDLE ANY FIREARM, OR HAND IT TO SOMEONE, ALWAYS OPEN THE ACTION IMMEDIATELY AND VISUALLY CHECK THE FIREARM’S CHAMBER TO MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE FIREARM IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. Make certain the firearm does not inadvertently contain any ammunition. Remember, merely removing the magazine does not mean the chamber is unloaded. Always keep the chamber empty and the “safety” in the on safe position unless shooting is imminent. 4 ALWAYS WEAR EAR AND EYE PROTECTION WHEN SHOOTING.
HUNTING FROM ELEVATED SURFACES SUCH AS TREESTANDS IS DANGEROUS. Doing so may increase the risk of mishandling a firearm. The following rules should always be observed by you and those you hunt with. Always make certain that the stand being used is safe and stable. Always make certain that your firearm is unloaded when it is being taken up and down from the stand. Always make certain that your firearm is not dropped from the stand, or dropped while it is being taken up or down from the stand.
10 BE ALERT TO THE SIGNS OF AMMUNITION MALFUNCTION. IF YOU DETECT AN OFF SOUND OR LIGHT RECOIL WHEN A SHELL IS FIRED, DO NOT LOAD ANOTHER SHELL INTO THE CHAMBER. If your firearm fails to fire, keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction for a minimum of 30 seconds. Rotate the ejection area of the firearm away from you, carefully open the action and remove the shell from the chamber. If the primer is indented, the defective shell should be disposed of in a way that cannot cause harm.
assume no liability for incidents which occur through the use of shells of nonstandard dimensions or which develop pressures in excess of commercially available ammunition which has been loaded in accordance with standards established by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI).
20 BE CERTAIN YOUR FIREARM IS UNLOADED BEFORE CLEANING. Because so many firearm accidents occur when a firearm is being cleaned, special and extreme care should be taken to be sure your firearm is unloaded before disassembly, cleaning and reassembly. Keep ammunition away from the cleaning location. Never test the mechanical function of any firearm with live ammunition. 21 TEACH AND SUPERVISE FIREARMS SAFETY TO ALL MEMBERS OF YOUR FAMILY, ESPECIALLY TO CHILDREN AND NON-SHOOTERS.
25 DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, ALTER THE TRIGGER, “SAFETY” OR OTHER PARTS OF THE FIRING MECHANISM OF THIS OR ANY OTHER FIREARM EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. We reserve the right to refuse service on firearms that have been altered, added to or substantially changed. Removal of metal from the barrel, or modifications of the firing mechanism and/or operating parts may lead to a refusal of service on such firearms.
FIGURE 1 Buttstock Receiver Bolt Latch “Safety” Recoil Pad Bolt Handle Trigger Rib Barrel Front Sight Muzzle Forearm Magazine Cap Bolt Release Button G E N E R A L D E S C R I P T I O N A N D O P E R AT I O N The Browning A5 is a recoil-operated autoloading shotgun capable of quickly firing up to five shells (with the three-shot adaptor removed, using 2¾" loads), one shell at a time, with each successive pull of the trigger.
FIGURE 2 Barrel Barrel Extension Barrel Bracket Bolt Handle Forearm Magazine Cap Slide Assembly Magazine Spring Receiver Buttstock Recoil Pad Trigger Group Magazine Follower Trigger Group Pins Magazine Spring Retainer Three-Shot Adaptor (Plug) in the space provided at the front of this owner's manual for future reference. INITIAL CLEANING PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE CLEANING YOUR FIREARM.
C L E ANI NG FIGURE 3 Various exposed metal parts of your new firearm have been coated at the factory with a rust preventative compound. Before assembling your shotgun, clean the anti-rust compound from the inside of the barrel, receiver and the action/chamber areas. A highquality lightweight gun oil is ideal Lightly lubricate the slide assembly rails inside for removing this compound, and for the receiver. giving your new firearm its first lubrication.
FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5 The “safety” shown in the on safe position. The “safety” shown in the off safe position. DO NOT DEPEND ON THE RED COLOR ALONE TO INDICATE YOUR FIREARM’S SAFETY STATUS. TIME, EXPOSURE TO THE ELEMENTS, AND THE ABRASIVE ACTION OF CLEANING AGENTS CAN ERASE IT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. The “safety” can be reversed from right- to left-handed by a qualified gunsmith.
A S S E M B LY ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. BEFORE STARTING ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES, VISUALLY INSPECT THE CHAMBER AND MAGAZINE TO BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THE FIREARM IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. The A5 shotgun is delivered in the box with the barrel removed from the receiver. Assemble the A5 according to the following procedures.
FIGURE 7 FIGURE 8 Angle the forearm onto the front of the barrel bracket and push the forearm forward. When the forearm is completely forward, snap the rear of it into position on the barrel. 5 Angle the front of the forearm over the barrel bracket slightly, then push the forearm completely onto the barrel bracket (Figure 7). When the forearm is completely on the barrel bracket, press the rear of the forearm into place on the barrel (Figure 8). DO NOT SQUEEZE THE OPEN REAR END OF A WOOD FOREARM.
D I S A S S E M B LY ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. BEFORE STARTING DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES, OPEN THE ACTION AND VISUALLY INSPECT THE CHAMBER AND MAGAZINE TO BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THE FIREARM IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. FIGURE 10 Press and hold the barrel down and install the magazine cap.
FIGURE 11 FIGURE 12 Remove the forearm using this method. Do not remove the forearm using this method. You may damage the forearm. WHEN REMOVING THE FOREARM DO NOT PULL THE REAR OF THE FOREARM MORE THAN 1" FROM THE BARREL, OR SLIDE THE FOREARM OFF THE REAR OF THE BARREL BEFORE PULLING IT AWAY FROM THE BARREL, YOU MAY DAMAGE THE FOREARM. WHEN REMOVING, DO NOT REMOVE THE FOREARM AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 12. DO NOT SQUEEZE THE OPEN REAR END OF A WOOD FOREARM. TOO MUCH PRESSURE COULD CAUSE THE WOOD TO SPLIT.
AMMUNITION DISCHARGING FIREARMS IN POORLY VENTILATED AREAS, CLEANING FIREARMS OR HANDLING AMMUNITION MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE TO LEAD AND OTHER SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS, REPRODUCTIVE HARM AND OTHER SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURY. HAVE ADEQUATE VENTILATION AT ALL TIMES. WASH HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER EXPOSURE. USE ONLY SHELLS OF THE CORRECT GAUGE AND LENGTH. THE GAUGE AND LENGTH OF THE CHAMBER IS INSCRIBED ON THE SIDE OF THE BARREL.
USING INCORRECT AMMUNITION MAY CAUSE YOUR FIREARM TO MALFUNCTION AND COULD SEVERELY DAMAGE YOUR FIREARM. ALWAYS TAKE CARE TO USE THE CORRECT AMMUNITION IN YOUR FIREARM. The most certain way to bulge or rupture a shotgun barrel is to load a smaller gauge shell into a larger gauge chamber. The smaller gauge shell will not fall completely through the barrel; its rim is caught by the front of a larger gauge chamber or at the larger gauge’s choke.
THREE-SHOT ADAPTOR (PLUG) ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. BEFORE REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE THREE-SHOT ADAPTOR (PLUG), COMPLETELY UNLOAD THE SHOTGUN. OPEN THE ACTION AND VISUALLY INSPECT THE CHAMBER, FEED MECHANISM AND MAGAZINE TO BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THE FIREARM IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
FIGURE 13 FIGURE 14 Use a key or small screwdriver to press in on the three-shot adaptor (plug), then rotate a quarter-turn. Remove the three-shot adaptor (plug). 2 Remove the magazine cap as explained previously. 3 The A5 features the TurnKey Magazine Plug which is quickly and easily removed by inserting a key or standard screwdriver into the slot in the end of the magazine tube.
FIGURE 15 NEVER ALLOW THE ACTION TO SLAM CLOSED BY PRESSING THE BOLT RELEASE BUTTON WITHOUT THE BARREL INSTALLED. IF THE SLIDE ASSEMBLY IS RELEASED FORWARD WITH THE BARREL REMOVED, THE BOLT HANDLE WILL STRIKE THE RECEIVER AND CAUSE DAMAGE. 2 Remove the magazine cap as explained previously. The three-shot adaptor (plug) shown secured in the magazine tube. 3 Insert the magazine three-shot adaptor (plug) into the slot in the end of the magazine tube.
S PE ED LO ADING FIGURE 16 1 If shooting is imminent, lock the slide assembly rearward by first sliding the bolt latch to the rear, then pulling the bolt handle fully to the rear as explained on page 13. Ensure the firearm is completely unloaded and the “safety” is in the on safe position. the shell into the bottom of the receiver 2 Insert a shell into the magazine Insert and push it fully forward into the magazine. (Figure 16). The shell will be automatically cycled from the magazine to the chamber.
2 Close the slide assembly by pressing the bolt release button. 3 Insert a shell of the proper gauge and length through the loading port at the bottom of the receiver up into the magazine, using your thumb to position it fully forward in the magazine tube (Figure 16, page 23). Make certain the rim of the shell engages the shell stop and is held fully inside the magazine tube. It will make an audible click when fully inserted. 4 If desired, continue loading the magazine until it is full.
3 If shooting is imminent, insert a shell of the proper gauge and length through the ejection port into the open breech (Figure 17). 4 Press the bolt release button to deliver the shell into the chamber. KEEP YOUR FINGERS CLEAR OF THE EJECTION PORT WHENEVER CLOSING THE ACTION WITH THE BOLT RELEASE BUTTON. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN INJURY. FIGURE 17 THE SHOTGUN IS NOW READY TO FIRE BY SIMPLY MOVING THE “SAFETY” TO THE OFF SAFE POSITION AND PULLING THE TRIGGER.
3 With a shell in the chamber, you need only move the “safety” to the off safe position to fire the shotgun. 4 When ready to fire, move the “safety” into the off safe position, take aim and squeeze the trigger. After a shell is fired, energy from the fired shell operates the slide assembly, ejects the fired shell, picks up a loaded shell from the magazine and automatically chambers it. You may continue to fire the shotgun until the magazine is empty by pulling the trigger to fire each shell.
ALWAYS INSPECT THE CHAMBER, BARREL, FEED MECHANISM AND MAGAZINE CAREFULLY AFTER UNLOADING TO BE SURE ALL LIVE SHELLS ARE CLEARED FROM THE FIREARM. S PE ED U NLO AD ING 1 Place the “safety” in the on safe position. 2 Pull rearward on the bolt handle to eject the shell from the chamber. Allow the bolt to close on the empty chamber. 3 Turn the shotgun over so the trigger guard is facing up, then push the carrier down with your finger as far as it will go.
Ensure the firearm is completely unloaded and the “safety” is in the on safe position. U N LOADING B Y CY CL ING THE A CTI ON 1 With the “safety” in the on safe position, slide the bolt latch to the rear, grasp the bolt handle and cycle the action. Repeat sliding the bolt latch to the rear and pulling the bolt handle rearward until all shells are transferred from the magazine to the chamber and then ejected. Lock the bolt assembly in the rearward, open position as explained previously.
BARRELS THREADED FOR INVECTOR-PLUS OR STANDARD INVECTOR TUBES. DO NOT USE BROWNING INVECTOR-DS, STANDARD INVECTOR OR INVECTOR-PLUS CHOKE TUBES IN ANY SHOTGUN BARRELS NOT SUPPLIED BY BROWNING. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER CHOKING DEVICE IN ANY SHOTGUN BARREL SUPPLIED BY BROWNING. USE ONLY THE APPROPRIATE GAUGE OF INVECTOR-DS CHOKE TUBE IN THIS SHOTGUN. DO NOT FIRE THIS SHOTGUN WITHOUT THE CORRECT CHOKE TUBE INSTALLED. DAMAGE MAY RESULT TO THE THREADS INSIDE THE BARREL.
choke tube: On the side of the tube, and indicated with an abbreviation in the colored band. The constriction of flush fit choke tubes is indicated twice on the choke tube: On the side of the tube, and indicated with a “notch” code on the top rim of the tube. The included choke tube T-Wrench is used to remove and install choke tubes.
FIGURE 20 O NE NOT CH TWO X TWO NOT CH ES TWO N O TC HES THREE N O TC HES F O UR X FOU R NO T CH ES FOU R NOT CH ES FIV E N O TC HES N O N O TC HES RIM N OT CH ES * PATTERN WITH LEAD S HO T PATTERN WITH S TEEL S HO T I FUL L * II X I I LIG HT FUL L EXT RA FUL L ** II I MP. MODIFIED FUL L ** III MODIFIED IMP. MODIFIED** IIII X IIII LI GHT MODIFIED IMP. MODIFIED IIII I MP. CYL INDER MODIFIED IIIII SKEET IMP.
2 Use the choke tube T-Wrench to loosen the tube, turning it counterclockwise (Figure 21). Finger-twist the tube the rest of the way out of the barrel. USE ONLY THE INVECTOR-DS T-WRENCH SUPPLIED WITH YOUR SHOTGUN TO INSTALL AND REMOVE INVECTOR-DS CHOKE TUBES. USING ANY OTHER WRENCH MAY DAMAGE THE THREADS IN THE BARREL. FIGURE 21 Use the choke tube T-Wrench to remove and install the choke tube in the barrel. C HOKE T UBE INSTAL L ATION 1 Place the “safety” in the on safe position.
CHOKE TUBE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SAFETY GUIDELINES PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED. FIGURE 22 ADJUSTING LENGTH OF PULL The buttstock can be adjusted for length of pull by adding or removing spacers (available separately) to the rear of the stock. One ¼" and one ½" thick ⁄ " and ⁄ " stock spacers are included. spacers are included with the A5 (Figure 22). A maximum of ¾" of spacers can be added with the screws provided to extend length of pull.
FIGURE 23 FIGURE 24 Insert a screwdriver into the holes in the recoil pad. Install or remove stock spacers to achieve correct length of pull. the screw counterclockwise until the screw is completely loose from the stock. When both screws are free, remove the recoil pad. 2 Add or subtract spacers to fit your firearm to your specifications (Figure 24). After making an adjustment hold the shotgun to your shoulder to determine if the new length feels comfortable.
Six shims are included with your new shotgun (Figure 25). The shims fit between the buttstock and receiver, allowing customized adjustments to the comb and heel. Each shim is labeled/stamped for a specific amount of adjustment. The neutral shim, No. 2, is already installed on your shotgun. FIGURE 25 Drop at comb is defined as the place Cast and drop adjustment shims. Shim 2 is on the comb that your cheek rests when taking aim. If drop at comb is installed on your shotgun and is not shown.
facing the end of the buttstock, and it will cast the stock to the left. These shims with their respective stamps are further clarified here: • Shim 1R1L raises the comb approximately 1/16", and the heel approximately 1/8" and will adjust the cast on or cast off approximately 1/8". • Shim 2R2L adds the same amount of cast to the stock as shim 1R1L with neutral drop like shim 2.
FIGURE 27 FIGURE 28 Use a socket wrench to remove the stock bolt. Install the shim between the stock and receiver. 4 Use a ½" socket wrench to remove the stock bolt nut and stock bolt washer. (Figure 27). 5 Completely remove the buttstock from the receiver, along with the existing shim, and install the shim you have selected (Figure 28). Make certain you have the proper shim installed and in position before reattaching the buttstock and recoil pad.
The versatility of your new shotgun can be extended with an extra barrel. A5 shotgun barrels are interchangeable within a given gauge and chamber length. No special fitting is required. However, some important restrictions must be observed: • Never use a barrel with a 3½" chamber on a shotgun designed for barrels with a 3" chamber. • Never use a barrel with a 3" chamber on a shotgun designed for barrels with a 3½" chamber. • Never use any other barrel from any other manufacturer on your shotgun.
BEFORE PERFORMING CLEANING PROCEDURES, PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. OPEN THE ACTION AND MAKE CERTAIN YOUR SHOTGUN IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN DISASSEMBLING AND CLEANING YOUR SHOTGUN TO PREVENT SPRINGS, SPRING-LOADED PARTS, SOLVENTS OR OTHER AGENTS FROM CONTACTING YOUR EYES, RESULTING IN INJURY. KEEP ALL AMMUNITION AWAY FROM THE CLEANING AREA.
1 Place the “safety” in the on safe position. Open the action and inspect the chamber and magazine to make certain they do not contain any shells. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. 2 Remove the forearm and barrel as explained under “Disassembly” on pages 16-17. 3 Using a shotgun cleaning rod with tip and patch large enough for a snug fit in the bore, insert the rod and a lightly oiled patch in the breech end of the barrel and run back and forth through the bore several times.
7 Reassemble the shotgun and wipe all exposed metal surfaces with an oiled cloth making sure to wipe away all finger marks where moisture could accumulate. 8 Inspect the barrel and chamber. Remove any cleaning patches or debris that remain. 9 Lightly oil your firearm at the points described under “Periodic Oiling” below. Regular, light oiling is extremely important to the durability and reliable operation of your shotgun.
WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN DISASSEMBLING AND CLEANING YOUR SHOTGUN TO PREVENT SPRINGS, SPRING-LOADED PARTS, SOLVENTS OR OTHER AGENTS FROM CONTACTING YOUR EYES, RESULTING IN INJURY. KEEP ALL AMMUNITION AWAY FROM THE CLEANING AREA. NEVER TEST THE MECHANICAL FUNCTION OF YOUR SHOTGUN WITH LIVE AMMUNITION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. The trigger group can be removed if the action becomes excessively dirty or wet.
FIGURE 29 FIGURE 30 Push the trigger group pins through the receiver. Lift the trigger group out of the receiver. 4 Perform any cleaning of the parts and receiver cavity as necessary. We suggest cleaning the trigger group with a quality aerosol gun solvent. Allow it to dry and then very lightly oil the moving parts. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE TRIGGER GROUP BEYOND THIS POINT. RE I N STALLATION OF THE TR IGGE R G ROUP 1 Make sure the slide assembly is in the forward position.
cleaning as explained in the following sections. The slide assembly of your A5 shotgun is designed to be removed in the field, without special tools. Disassembly of the action involves the removal of the slide assembly and the trigger group. Disassembly beyond this point should only be performed by a qualified gunsmith. BEFORE REMOVING THE SLIDE ASSEMBLY, PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. OPEN THE ACTION AND MAKE CERTAIN YOUR SHOTGUN IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED.
FIGURE 31 FIGURE 32 Pull outward to remove the bolt handle. Slide the bolt forward and out of the receiver. NEVER ALLOW THE ACTION TO SLAM CLOSED BY PRESSING THE BOLT RELEASE BUTTON WITHOUT THE BARREL INSTALLED. IF THE SLIDE ASSEMBLY IS RELEASED FORWARD WITH THE BARREL REMOVED, THE BOLT HANDLE WILL STRIKE THE RECEIVER AND CAUSE DAMAGE. 4 Remove the bolt handle by pulling the bolt handle outward (Figure 31). 5 Slide the slide assembly forward and out of the receiver (Figure 32).
FIGURE 33 Firing Pin Retaining Pin Recoil Spring Slide Assembly Bolt Slide Link Firing Pin Spring Firing Pin Unlocking Pin The Type A slide assembly shown disassembled for cleaning. DI S ASSEM BLING/R E ASSE MB L IN G TH E SLI DE A SSE MB LY IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THIS PROCEDURE BE PERFORMED BY A COMPETENT GUNSMITH. SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO PERFORM THIS PROCEDURE, STRICTLY ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING STEPS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR SHOTGUN OR POSSIBLE INJURY.
FIGURE 34 FIGURE 35 Push the firing pin retaining pin out. Remove the firing pin retaining pin. 3 Insert a small punch into the hole in the bottom of the slide assembly (Figure 34) and press the firing pin retaining pin out the top of the slide assembly. Remove the pin (Figure 35). 4 Carefully release the pressure on the firing pin and firing pin spring. Remove the firing pin and firing pin spring (Figure 36).
FIGURE 38 FIGURE 39 Insert the bolt as shown. Install the unlocking pin as shown. The hole must align with the firing pin. Clean the parts of the slide as necessary using a quality aerosol gun solvent. Allow the parts to dry and then lightly oil the parts. TYPE A REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1 Insert the recoil spring into the front of the slide assembly. 2 Insert the bolt into the front of the slide assembly (Figure 38). Be sure the extractor is on the right side of the bolt slide.
FIGURE 41 Slide Assembly Recoil Spring Bolt Slide Link Firing Pin Retaining Roll Pin Unlocking Pin Firing Pin The Type B slide assembly shown disassembled for cleaning. IMPORTANT: Do not push the rear end of the firing pin into the slide assembly opening beyond a position that is flush. IMPORTANT: Do not force the firing pin into the opening. If the firing pin will not easily go into the slide assembly, the hole in the unlocking pin may need to be aligned.
with parts labeled for reference. Follow the instructions in this section to disassemble the slide assembly. FIGURE 42 1 Remove the slide assembly as explained previously. 2 Place the bolt, bottom side up, on an armorer's block or a block of wood. Align the roll pin hole with the hole in the armorer's Tap out the firing pin retaining roll pin. block or on the edge of the block of wood.
FIGURE 43 FIGURE 44 Push in the firing pin until it exits the bolt face and contacts your finger. Tap the firing pin retaining roll pin into the slide assembly. 4 Insert the firing pin into the opening at the rear of the slide assembly. To get the firing pin to the correct depth prior to installing the firing pin retaining roll pin, first place the bolt in the rear most position in the bolt slide. Next, place your finger on the face of the bolt, covering the hole the firing pin extends from.
IF THE FIRING PIN PROTRUDES FROM THE BOLT FACE WITHOUT BEING PRESSED FROM THE REAR, THE FIRING PIN HAS BEEN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED. IMMEDIATELY DISASSEMBLE THE SLIDE ASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLE IT FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS SECTION. IF THE BOLT IS INSTALLED IN THE SHOTGUN WITH THE FIRING PIN IMPROPERLY PROTRUDING FROM THE BOLT FACE AND THE CHAMBER IS LOADED, THE SHOTGUN WILL FIRE WHEN THE BOLT IS RELEASED TO THE FORWARD POSITION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
trigger group and slide assembly from the receiver as explained under “Removal of the Trigger Group” (pages 41-43) and “Maintenance of the Slide Assembly” (pages 43-51). Clean with a gun solvent as necessary. Use a nylon brush to loosen caked-on grime. Wipe the receiver cavity clean. Lightly oil the cavity and wipe it dry. No further disassembly is required for cleaning.
IMPORTANT: Before loosening the buttstock to lubricate the action tube and spring, the trigger group should be in position in the receiver. This aligns the buttstock and makes assembly easier. 1 Remove the recoil pad and buttstock as explained previously. 2 Place a few drops of high-quality lightweight gun oil in the opening in the rear of the action tube (Figure 46). DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE ACTION SPRING FROM THE ACTION TUBE.
SPECIALIZED, FINELY FITTED MECHANISM. YOU MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE IT BY ATTEMPTING TO DISASSEMBLE THE INNER MECHANISM ASSEMBLIES. IF FURTHER DISASSEMBLY FOR SERVICE OR CLEANING IS REQUIRED, TAKE YOUR FIREARM TO A QUALIFIED GUNSMITH, OR CONTACT OUR ARNOLD, MISSOURI SERVICE FACILITY AS EXPLAINED UNDER “SERVICE OR REPAIR” ON PAGE 56. MAINTENANCE OF OIL FINISH STOCKS Keeping the oil-finished wood surface on your firearm looking its best requires only a small amount of maintenance.
SERVICE OR REPAIR If your firearm should require service or repairs, we suggest you first contact a local recommended Browning Firearms Service Center. To locate a service center visit browning.com, contact our Customer Service Department or your Browning firearms dealer for the address of the Service Center nearest you. Otherwise, you may send your firearm directly to our Service Department in Arnold, Missouri.
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