Owner’s Manual 2016

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Before each shooting sequence, ALWAYS check the barrel for
obstructions and ensure that it is dry and clean.
Completely unload the carbine, ensure that there is no round in the
chamber and then, after having cleaned its bore, glance down the
barrel in order to ensure that it is free of any obstruction.
Take into account that the smallest obstruction can dangerously
increase pressures.
6. CLEANING AND LUBRICATION
The frequency at which the FN PS90
®
Carbine should be cleaned
and lubricated depends on the ammunition used, the weather and
shooting conditions and other external factors.
When using normal ammunition under normal conditions, it is a
good rule to clean and lubricate the carbine after every use or, in
case of intensive shooting, after each 2000 rounds : correct
maintenance will enhance the longevity of your carbine.
Excessively dirty ammunition may require more frequent cleaning and too
much dirt can affect the functioning of even the finest firearm.
It is important to keep your carbine clean and correctly lubricated !
Do not use too much lubricant as this could cause the build-up of dirt, grit
or powder residue which could affect the functioning of the carbine.
For more information about the recommended lubricants, refer to
‘Lubricants and solvents’ in § 9.
Before cleaning the FN PS90
®
Carbine, ALWAYS ensure that it
is unloaded (also refer to § 4.5).
Keep the ammunition away from the cleaning site and never
test the mechanical function of your carbine with live
ammunition.
Before handling the FN PS90
®
Carbine, ensure to be
familiar with the safety information given in chapter 1 of this
owner’s manual.
Never use hydrocarbons, trichlorethylene nor ammonia :
they could cause damage to your carbine !
The FN PS90
®
Carbine only requires minimal lubrication.
Excessive lubrication of the firearm or the presence of a
lubricant inside the magazine or the hammer group will
have an unfavourable effect on the reliability of the
firearm and the longevity of the parts.