Manual

Figure 4 - Disconnectable Ejectors
EJECTORS
Most Merkel Over and Under Shotguns are equipped with discon-
nectable automatic ejectors. The ejector springs on these models can be
easily deactivated to convert the shotgun from its normal automatic
ejector operation to that of extractors by turning two small slot headed
screws that are located inside the forearm assembly (See Figure 4 ).
When the action is opened in the extractor mode of operation spent
shotshell casings are elevated above the chamber for removal by hand
rather than being automatically ejected from the chambers.
To change the ejector operation mode to that of extractor operation,
open the action and unload any ammunition that might be in the cham-
ber. Remove the forearm from the barrel assembly. The ejectors springs
are disengaged by turning the two small slot headed screws located inside
the forearm assembly ninety degrees clockwise with a small slot headed
screwdriver. In this position, the slotted screw heads are perpendicular
to the axis of the barrel.
To change the shotgun back to ejector operation simply rotate the screws
ninety degrees counterclockwise. In this position the slotted screw heads
are parallel with the axis of the barrel. When set for automatic ejector
operation, Be careful to position the breech away from your face when
unloading the shotgun to avoid being hit by ejected spent shotshell
cases.
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Ejector
Selector Screws
Ejectors On
Ejectors Off