Owner’s Manual 2011

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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.
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 and bolt can be removed if the action becomes excessively
dirty or wet. If this occurs, disassemble the action for a complete cleaning
as explained in the following sections. The trigger group and bolt assembly
of the SLP shotgun are designed to be removed in the field without
special tools.
Disassembly of the action involves the removal of the bolt assembly and the
trigger group. Disassembly beyond this point should only be performed by a
qualified gunsmith.
24.1. REMOVING THE TRIGGER GROUP
1. Make sure the firearm is completely unloaded and the “safety” is in the
on safe position.
2. Under most circumstances, remove the barrel, gas piston, piston sleeve
and piston sleeve spring as explained previously.
3. Place the bolt in the forward position by holding the operating handle
and depressing the carrier release button.
23.2. CLEANING THE GAS SYSTEM
1. Remove the gas piston, piston sleeve spring and piston sleeve from the
magazine tube as explained in “Disassembly” on page 36.
2. Spray the magazine tube, gas piston and piston sleeve with gun solvent
and brush them thoroughly with a nylon brush to remove any deposits.
It will be easier to remove the piston sleeve spring to clean the interior
of the piston sleeve. Spray the inside of the gas piston with solvent. A
green Scotch-Brite
®
kitchen scrub pad works best for removal of heavy
carbon fouling on the tube and inside the gas piston. Do not remove
the spring inside of the piston. Never use a steel brush on any of the
gas system components.
3. Complete the cleaning of the gas system by applying a very light film
of oil to all parts for protection and lubrication.
23.3. PERIODIC LUBRICATION
The metal parts of a firearm should receive a light film of oil after the
firearm has been exposed to weather or handling.
Occasionally, a drop of lightweight gun oil may be placed inside the receiver
on the rails on which the bolt slides, and on the surface of the magazine
tube, where the gas piston slides. This will help relieve friction and ensure
smooth operation.
If the firearm has been exposed to excessive dust, dirt, mud or water, the
principal working parts (including the gas system) should be wiped clean
and lubricated with a light film of quality, lightweight gun oil.
24. REMOVAL OF THE TRIGGER GROUP AND BOLT ASSEMBLIES
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