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CAUTION !..
RULES FOR SAFE GUN HANDLING WHEN UTILIZING A SLING
• Use only slings that will adequately support the firearm and safely control the muzzles direction
• If a sling is to be used, unload the firearm and practice pulling it on and off, moving with the firearm on
foot, in a vehicle (if legal in your application) or using in various firing positions
• If a sling is to be used with a vest, packs, etc., unload the firearm and practice pulling it on and off,
moving with the firearm on foot, in a vehicle (If legal in your application) or using in various firing
positions
• Always unload a firearm when installing, adjusting or removing a sling or similar item
YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES - SAFETY IS YOUR NUMBER ONE RESPONSIBILITY!
SAFE GUN HANDLING IS YOUR PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AT ALL TIMES. Firearms are dangerous
and can cause serious injury or death if they are misused. Safety must be the prime consideration of anyone
who owns or handles firearms. Accidents are the result of violating the rules of safe gun handling and common
sense. Firearms safety training is available. Contact your dealer, law enforcement agency, local sportsman’s
club, etc. for availability.
At home, in the field, at the range, or anywhere, the first concern of every firearm owner should be safety.
Apply the following safety rules in every situation, with any kind of firearm. If you feel uncertain about any
operational aspects of your firearm, please contact Lewis Machine & Tool Co. customer service (309)
732.9527 before proceeding with its operation.
YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL OF THESE SAFETY RULES TO ENSURE THE SAFE USE OF
YOUR FIREARM. THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE BASIC FIREARM SAFETY RULES MAY RESULT IN
AN UNINTENDED DISCHARGE WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO
YOU OR OTHERS.
ALWAYS KEEP YOUR FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. Never point a firearm at anyone or
anything you do not intend to shoot regardless of whether or not it is loaded. This is particularly important
when loading, unloading, or field stripping the gun. ALWAYS control the direction of the firearm.
ALWAYS TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT IS LOADED AND WILL FIRE IF THE TRIGGER IS PULLED.
Do not take anyone’s word that the firearm is unloaded – always check for yourself. Never pass your firearm to
another person until the action is open and you visually check that it is unloaded. Keep your firearm unloaded
and safely stored when not in use.
NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGER INSIDE THE TRIGGER GUARD OR ON THE TRIGGER UNLESS YOU
INTEND TO FIRE THE WEAPON. Ensure that other objects not touch the trigger.
ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS BEYOND IT. Always be sure of where the bullet will
strike and shoot only where there is a safe back stop free of obstructions, water or other surfaces which can
cause ricochets. Do not fire into the sky.
NEVER CROSS OBSTACLES SUCH AS FENCES OR STREAMS WITH A LOADED FIREARM.
FIREARM SECURITY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. You must secure firearms safely from children and
unauthorized users. Your firearm should always be kept unloaded and locked when not in use. A lock can be
purchased from several sources for this purpose. Never assume that the use of this lock is sufficient to safely
secure your firearm. You must always evaluate your personal situation and employ the security system(s) that
meets your needs and prevents children and unauthorized users from gaining access to your firearm.
APPROPRIATE USE FOR YOUR FIREARM MEANS USING YOUR FIREARM FOR LEGAL PURPOSES.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding
the use of your firearm.
NEVER RELY ON MECHANICAL FEATURES ALONE. Mechanical features may fail. Only your safe gun-
handling habits will ensure the safe use of your firearm. This is your responsibility.
ALWAYS SAFELY STORE AND SECURE YOUR FIREARM. Safe and secure storage of your firearm is one
of your most important responsibilities. It is a full-time responsibility. You must always secure your firearm and
ammunition separately so that they are not accessible to children and/or other unauthorized persons.