Owner’s Manual 2007

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4 The recommended carrying position of your FNP-9 is with the
hammer in the decocked position.
In order to decock the hammer, proceed as described in Section 4.5.
For law enforcement and military personnel, refer to the procedures of
your department on carrying your pistol.
4 Whenever you handle your FNP-9, or hand it to someone, make
sure it is completely unloaded.
To fully unload your FNP-9, proceed as described in Section 4.8.
It is vital that, when unloading, you remove the magazine from your
pistol so that a cartridge is not automatically chambered when you
close the slide.
4 Do not transport your pistol loaded.
Keep it unloaded, whether stored in a holster, gun case, or
other container.
For law enforcement and military personnel, refer to the procedures of
your department on carrying a loaded pistol in your holster.
4 Beware of barrel obstructions.
When preparing to shoot your pistol, check for a barrel obstruction as
follows: First fully unload the pistol as described in Section 4.8.
Be certain no live cartridge is in the chamber!
Then glance down the barrel to be sure it is clear of any obstruction.
It takes only a small obstruction to dangerously increase pressures.
Before the first firing, clean the bore with a cleaning rod and rag,
and wipe away any anti-rust compounds in the chamber and around
the slide.