Owner’s Manual 2009

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If the chamber is empty, release the slide.
Ensure that the magazine is empty and insert it into the
handgrip.
If the magazine is not empty, unload it as described in § 4.7.
If necessary, also unload the spare magazines.
Decock the cocked hammer as described in § 4.8.
Initial cleaning
It is mandatory to clean your Five-seveN
®
before using it for
the first time, and after every subsequent use.
Carry out the cleaning procedure of § 5.4.1 ‘Cleaning and
lubrication before firing’ in order to remove any
preservation lubricant.
For law enforcement and military personnel, refer to the
procedures of your department.
If the pistol contains hardened grease or other substances that you
cannot remove, have the weapon checked by your dealer /
departmental armorer.
Keep your finger away from the trigger while loading,
unloading or removing the magazine.
Only touch the trigger when you are ready to shoot or when
decocking the hammer as described in § 4.8.