Manual

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tic follower will be visible in the feed
throat. The inner magazine tube MUST
be locked in place to unload the rifle.
•WARNING: Completely open and fully
close the bolt several more times to be
certain that the chamber and feed
mechanism are empty.
For models with a clip magazine, with
the bolt still open, remove the magazine,
and do not reinsert it until you are ready
to shoot again. Finally, inspect interior of
receiver visually. Leave the bolt in the
open position.
What to do if Rifle Fails to Fire
Misfires
If you squeeze the trigger and the car-
tridge does not fire, remain in the shoot-
ing position and count to 10. Then oper-
ate the bolt to eject the misfired cartridge
from the gun.
Underpowered Shot
An underpowered shot is unusual if the
ammunition is fresh, clean, and factory
loaded. However, if you hear an unusual
sound or low report, you should stop
immediately and proceed as follows:
•WARNING: Because the bullet may
actually still be in the barrel, you must
unload completely and then, with the
bolt removed (See G, page 5), use a
cleaning rod from the breech end to see
if there is any obstruction. If there is, it
should be removed by a qualified gun-
smith. Otherwise, personal injury or
damage could result. Do not remove
bolt prior to ensuring rifle is unloaded.
•WARNING: Do not attempt to load
another cartridge until you have ensured
that the barrel and chamber are clear.
Sighting
All models have receivers grooved for
telescope sight rings and scopes. Heavy
barrel varmint models do not have open
sights and require a scope. If you would
like to have open sights installed, see a
competent gunsmith.
Models with open sights were pre-sight-
ed at the factory. However, due to indi-
vidual sighting characteristics, minor
adjustments may be necessary.
Always ensure the rifle is pointed in a safe
direction. Put the rifle on SAFE and open
the bolt before making any sight changes.
Rear Sight Adjustment Rule
To make corrections, always remember
to move the rear sight in the direction in
which you wish to move the center of the
group. That is, if you are shooting low,
raise the rear sight. If you are shooting to
the right, move the rear sight to the left.
For Models Equipped With
Adjustable Open Rear Sights
Horizontal Correction (Windage)
Windage adjustments to the rear sight
can be made by gently tapping the dove-
tail portion of the rear sight in the
desired direction.
To move the point of impact to the left,
move the rear sight base to the left. To
move the point of impact to the right,
move the rear sight base to the right.
Vertical Correction (Elevation)
To raise the point of impact, raise the
rear sight. To lower the point of impact,
lower the rear sight. The sight can be
raised and lowered by moving the
stepped elevator forward and back with
your thumb.