Instruction Manual

Thank you for choosing the Hatsan Gladius PCP air rifle!
Always use caution when operating this rifle. Learn and obey the laws of your local municipality, state, and/or coun-
try. Demonstrate responsibility while using this air rifle. Please read this manual completely before handling
or shooting your air gun. It is the sole responsibility of the user to operate this air gun properly and safely.
Warning!
1. Each Hatsan PCP air rifle contains pressurized air and should only be dismantled
by a competent gunsmith. Do not attempt to dismantle the rifle if the rifle is
partially or fully charged, except for removal and replacement of the air cylinder.
Otherwise serious damage/injury/death may be caused to you or others. The air
rifle may also become damaged. Never shoot the rifle when the air cylinder is
removed or empty as this may damage your rifle. Never attempt to dismantle the
air cylinder parts or air gauge when the air cylinder is fully or partially charged.
Serious injury/death/damage may result if these instructions are ignored because
pressurized air is in the air cylinder.
2. Use only factory manufactured pellets that are no longer than the thickness of
the rifle’s magazine. Do not use BB ammunition with your rifle.
3. Hatsan PCP air rifles are designed specifically for use with dry compressed air. NO
OTHER GAS OR GAS COMBINATION CAN BE USED.
The rifle may be filled from a diver’s bottle, a suitable compressor, or by using a hand
pump specifically made to fill pre-charged air guns. MAXIMUM SAFE WORKING PRES-
SURE (SWP) : 200 BAR.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The Hatsan Gladius rifle is not equipped with open sights, so a rail-mounted optic is recommended for use.
Before using your new air rifle check that it is fully charged and abide the following basic safety rules:
Basic Safety Rules:
1. Treat every rifle as if it is loaded.
2. Never point the rifle at anyone, or allow anyone to point a rifle at you, even if you know it is not loaded.
3. Do not brandish or display this product in public – as it may confuse people and could be mistaken as a firearm.
4. Always carry the rifle so that the direction of the muzzle is under control, even if you stumble.
5. Always be sure of your target and what lies behind it before firing your rifle – this product may be dangerous up
to 650 yards.
6. Beware of targets that tend to cause ricochets.
7. Never leave a loaded rifle unattended.
8. It is compulsory that eye & ear protection is worn when charging the cylinder and when shooting.
9. This is a high-powered airgun for use by those 16 years of age or older.