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CVA OPTIMA ELITE BREAK-ACTION RIFLE

WARRANTY BOOK

A. Introduction to Break-action Rifles and Shotguns ............................... 3

B. Getting Started ...................................................................................... 3

C. Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety ................................................ 4

D. Safety Considerations For Both Muzzleloaders and Centerfires .......... 4

E. Specific Cautions for Safe Use of CVA In-Line Muzzleloaders .......... 5

F. Basic Accessories for a Muzzleloader .................................................. 6

G. Propellants ............................................................................................ 7

H. Projectiles ............................................................................................. 7

I. Recommended Loading Data ............................................................... 8

J. Loading and Shooting CVA Muzzleloading Rifles .............................. 9

K. Loading and Shooting CVA Muzzleloading Shotguns ....................... 10

L. Ignition System ................................................................................... 12

M. Safety System ..................................................................................... 12

N. Break-Action Disassembly/ Assembly for

Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................................. 12

O. Pulling a Charge ................................................................................. 13

P. Loading and Firing the CVA Optima Elite Centerfire Rifle and

Shotgun ............................................................................................... 14

Q. Sight Adjustments ............................................................................... 14

R. Scope Mounting.................................................................................. 14

S. Voluntary Recall ................................................................................. 15

T. Service & Repair ................................................................................ 15

U. Ordering Instructions for Replacement Parts ..................................... 15

V. Limited Lifetime Warranty ................................................................. 16

Optima Elite Warranty Book 8/5/05, 2:04 PM1

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Summary of content (27 pages)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS CVA OPTIMA ELITE BREAK-ACTION RIFLE WARRANTY BOOK A. Introduction to Break-action Rifles and Shotguns ............................... 3 B. Getting Started ...................................................................................... 3 C. Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety ................................................ 4 D. Safety Considerations For Both Muzzleloaders and Centerfires .......... 4 E. Specific Cautions for Safe Use of CVA In-Line Muzzleloaders .......... 5 F.
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Ambidextrous Monte Carlo Cheek Piece Sling Swivel Stud 2 Optima Elite Warranty Book 2 Black 8/5/05, 2:04 PM
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WARNING: THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL IS CRITICAL FOR THE PROPER USE AND CARE OF YOUR FIREARM. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOAD OR FIRE YOUR FIREARM UNTIL YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INFORMATION DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. The CVA Optima Elite rifle utilizes a unique frame and barrel assembly that allows for quick and easy conversion from a muzzleloading rifle or shotgun to a number of popular centerfire calibers. This makes the Optima Elite one of the most versatile firearms that you can buy.
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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOAD OR FIRE YOUR FIREARM UNTIL YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INFORMATION DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. CVA strongly urges you to carefully read this manual from front to back, paying special attention to the safety notices that are printed in red. NOTE: If you sell, trade or give this firearm to any other person, this owner’s manual must accompany the firearm. Replacement books are available from CVA, or online at the company’s web-site www.cva.com.
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4. Remove the breechplug using the provided tool. Apply CVA breechplug grease or high temperature anti-seize compound to the breech plug threads. (Muzzleloaders only) 5. Clean the shipping grease from the inside and outside of the barrel. 6. Replace the breech plug. Turn it in only until it is snug, do not over tighten. (Muzzleloaders only) 7. Understand all terminology and procedures prior to loading or firing. 8. Get any and all questions and doubts answered prior to loading or firing.
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CAREFULLY READ THIS SECTION AS THE SAFETY CONCERNS ARE APPLICABLE TO BOTH MUZZLELOADERS AND CENTERFIRE GUNS.
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4. All powder storage containers and primers/caps should be kept well away from the shooting area. Sparks from shooting could cause accidental ignition of these materials. Follow manufacturer’s instructions regarding long-term storage of these products. 5. Use only blackpowder or approved blackpowder substitutes in your muzzleloading firearms. If you have any questions regarding approved blackpowder substitutes call, write or e-mail CVA Customer Service.
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NEVER USE MODERN SMOKELESS POWDER IN ANY MUZZLELOADER. The use of any amount of smokeless powder in a muzzleloader, by itself or in mixture with backpowder or approved substitutes, will create dangerously high pressures which may, upon ignition, result in severe injury or death to the shooter or bystanders.
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the user from the need to use the special safety precautions and good judgment unique to all muzzleloading firearms. When handled properly, a muzzleloader is a safe and enjoyable firearm for shooting and hunting. But, if abused, harmful consequences can result. Treat any muzzleloading firearm with the full respect due any firearm. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR FIREARM SAFETY! As a gun owner, you must accept a set of demanding responsibilities.
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Treat any muzzleloading firearm with the full respect due any firearm.
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CVA Lifetime Range Rod- Doubles as a range loading rod and a cleaning rod. Patch Jag- To retain the patch on the rifle. CVA Barrel Blaster™ Rust Prevent Patches- For the final protection of the bore. Also good for wiping down the outside of the gun to help prevent rust and corrosion. G.
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NEVER USE ANY AMOUNT OF MODERN SMOKELESS POWDER IN ANY MUZZLELOADER! Optima Elite Warranty Book 7 PANTONE 185 CVU 8/5/05, 2:04 PM
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2. 3. CONICAL BULLETS- These pure lead, prelubricated bullets are an economical choice and provide acceptable accuracy as well as good “knockdown” power. These bullets tend to foul the bore with both lead and residual lubricant. To maintain acceptable accuracy, the bore will have to be cleaned after each shot. CAUTION: Do not use conical lead bullets weighing more than 400 grains in your CVA rifle.
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150* 150* *WARNING: Optima Elite Warranty Book 8 PANTONE 185 CVU 8/5/05, 2:04 PM
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ignite the entire charge. Never fire these “Magnum” loads in any CVA in-line that does not fit this description, or in any side-lock rifle design. J. LOADING AND SHOOTING CVA IN-LINE RIFLES 1. Protect your eyesight and hearing by using approved, good quality shooting glasses and hearing protection devices. 2. Verify that the rifle is not already loaded by removing the breechplug and looking into the bore.
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Never fire these “Magnum” loads in any CVA in-line that does not fit this description, or in any side-lock rifle design.
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Picture 4 Picture 5 13. WITH THE GUN POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION and the hammer in the forward position, press the breeching lever and open the breech. Place a #209 primer into the breech plug (see picture 6) and close with a firm, snapping motion. THE GUN IS NOW LOADED. Picture 6 14. Take aim at the target and, with your finger off the trigger, cock the hammer. THE GUN IS NOW READY TO FIRE. 15. Squeeze the trigger to fire. 16. After firing, wait one minute to reload.
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WITH THE GUN POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION Optima Elite Warranty Book 10 PANTONE 185 CVU 8/5/05, 2:04 PM
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C. A. B. not acceptable due to the improper diameter of the pellet for the shotgun. Use of these pellets will result in an unsafe condition that may result in severe injury or death. 2. Brand, size, or composition of shot. Experimenting with different shot sizes and types is recommended. Each gun will show a preference that can only be determined by shooting. In our testing, #5 and #6 shot produced the densest and most consistent patterns.
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5. Push the over shot card down the barrel until it is firmly seated on top of the shot. Starting this card at an angle will aid in getting it down the barrel. Tearing the card about 1/4” inward from the edge will aid in letting air escape from the barrel and will also help to move the card out of the pattern when escaping the barrel. 6. If you are using a choke tube with an extreme restriction (super full or turkey choke) it may be necessary to remove the tube to perform steps 3-5.
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NO MECHANICAL SAFETY SHOULD EVER BE RELIED UPON TO TAKE THE PLACE OF SAFE GUN HANDLING! Optima Elite Warranty Book 12 PANTONE 185 CVU 8/5/05, 2:04 PM
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8. Use a solvent-soaked patch or a breech brush to clean the breech plug threads. (muzzleloader only) 9. Clean the outside of the barrel using a soft cloth and solvent. Pay special attention to the area between the barrel block and the foregrip lug on the bottom of the barrel. Corrosive gases are vented into this area upon firing. (muzzleloader only) IMPORTANT: LUBRICATE THE BREECH PLUG THREADS WITH BREECH PLUG GREASE OR ANTI-SEIZE BEFORE REINSTALLING. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. (muzzleloader only) 10.
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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THIS RIFLE IF ANY OF THE SAFETY FEATURES DO NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. SEND THE GUN TO CVA CUSTOMER SERVICE TO CORRECT ANY PROBLEM THAT YOU MAY FIND. USE OF AN IMPROPERLY WORKING GUN CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. ALWAYS STORE YOUR RIFLE UNLOADED IN A COOL, DRY PLACE. NEVER ATTEMPT TO PULL A CHARGE UNTIL THE POWDER HAS BEEN RENDERED INERT BY THOUROUGHLY SOAKING IN WATER.
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Removing a projectile is dangerous when there is a powder charge behind the projectile. The two accepted methods for doing this are to: (1) Use a CO2 discharger, available in most sporting goods stores that sell muzzleloaders, to blow the load out in a safe direction, and (2) With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, and the primer removed from the breech plug, remove the breech plug from the barrel. Empty the powder into a safe container.
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Follow the scope mount manufacturer’s recommended instructions when installing the mounts and rings. The use of Loctite™ thread-locking compound is optional but certainly not required. If you decide to use this material, use a low-strength grade and use it sparingly. Take care to assure that the front bell on the scope is not contacting the barrel. Make sure that the rear bell of the scope is an appropriate distance from your eye so that you are not struck by the scope during recoil. S.
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Example of a recalled serial number: 61-13-xxxxxx-95 All firearms must be unloaded and shipped via United Parcel Service (UPS).
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You can also purchase parts by phone with a major credit card by calling (770) 449-4687. When ordering you must have: 1. The model of the gun. 2. Part number or description 3. Caliber and type of gun (Flintlock, percussion, in-line, .30-06, etc) If the proper part identification is not possible, send the specific part in question to aid in identification. Discontinued items are subject to availability. CVA will reserve the right to make compatible substitutions when necessary.