Instruction Manual

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protection for hearing and sight loss and they should avoid distracting those
shooting their shotguns.
Never drop your gun. If you do drop it, unload it and check it for proper function
before using it again.
Do NOT alter or modify your gun. Don’t try to change your gun’s trigger pull,
because it may affect sear engagement and thereby cause accidental firing.
Do NOT remove any internal safety or safety device on the shotgun. Safety
mechanisms are designed to protect you from injury or death.
Do maintain and keep your gun clean. Keep in a dry place away from other
metals and water. If your gun shows sign of corrosion or improper operation,
have it serviced by a competent gunsmith.
Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction when loading and unloading your
gun. Never point the muzzle at anyone.
Never shoot at hard flat surfaces or water....bullets ricochet.
If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, keep it pointed down range at
the target for 60 seconds. Sometimes slow primer ignition will cause a “hang
fire” and the cartridge will go off after a short pause. If it still fails to fire, keep
the muzzle pointed in safe direction and avoid exposure to the breech, as you
attempt to unload your shotgun.
Never let water, snow, mud or other material enter the barrel. Always be sure
the barrel is free of any obstruction.
Since many ammunition identifications sound similar, be sure that you use only
the correct ammunition for your gun. Do NOT use the wrong size or wrong
strength ammunition in your shotgun.
Repeated and prolonged exposure to gunfire may cause toxic levels of lead in
your body. High levels of lead in the blood may result cancer, impotency, birth
defects and other serious physical injury. When shooting indoors, make sure
there is proper fresh air ventilation.
Teach children: 1. NOT to touch guns, bullets, cartridges, shells, flares or any
explosive device and 2. If they discovery such a dangerous item or weapon,
they must immediately report its location to their parents, school teacher and
police.
Remember a shotgun has the capability of taking your life or the life of
someone else. Be careful with your shotgun -- an accident is almost always
the result of not following basic safety rules.
HOME SAFETY IS PROBABLY YOUR BIGGEST CONCERN. We suggest a
gun lock such as Master Gun Locks. They work on most shotguns and are
available in gun shops and sporting goods departments. For more information
write: Master Gun Locks; Master Lock Company, P.O. Box 10367, Milwaukee.