Manual

USE caution to avoid dropping a loaded firearm. Dropping the

firearm may cause an accidental discharge even if the safety is in the

“Safe” position. Be extremely careful while hunting or during any other

activity to avoid dropping any firearm. An accidental discharge could

result in serious injury, or death.

TAKE EVERY PRECAUTION to prevent unsafe firearms han-

dling practices around yourself and others. If you witness any unsafe

gun handling practices by other shooters, politely suggest safe proce-

dures for future use.

NEVER DISCHARGE a firearm near flammable material. Flame

and sparks erupt from the firearm when discharged. They could start a

fire or cause flammable liquids and gases to explode.

NEVER SHOOT at a hard surface such as a rock, or a liquid

surface such as water. A projectile may ricochet and travel in any direc-

tion to strike you, or an object you cannot see, causing injury, death or

damage to property.

NEVER WALK, CLIMB OR FOLLOW a companion with your

firearm loaded. When walking, climbing or following a companion,

MAKE SURE the chamber of the firearm is empty, and the safety is in

the “Safe” position.

ALWAYS instruct children to respect firearms. If your children

shoot, teach them or have them trained by a qualified instructor to treat

and use firearms properly, and always supervise them closely.

NEVER abuse your firearm by using it for any purpose other

than shooting.

NEVER fire your firearm near an animal unless it is trained to

accept the noise. An animal’s startled reaction could injure it or cause

an accident.

READ, UNDERSTAND, AND PRACTICE all safety procedures

and warnings in this manual. READ, UNDERSTAND AND PRACTICE

all safety procedures and warnings on commercial ammunition cartons

and containers. It is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to collect, understand

and practice the most up-to-date safe handling procedures for your

firearm. NEITHER MERKEL nor GSI, INC. are responsible for injury,

death or damage to property resulting from either intentional or acciden-

tal discharge of this firearm, or from its function when used for purposes