Manual

TO MINIMIZE MALFUNCTIONS (“JAMS”)

Most malfunctions are caused by improper or damaged magazines, incorrect

ammunition, or poor maintenance.

1. If it appears that the gun and magazine are not at fault and that the jam was

caused by the type of cartridge being used, then try another type.

2. If changing to another type or brand of cartridges does not at once eliminate

malfunctioning, then the following steps should be taken:

a. Make certain the gun and the magazine are unloaded and that the safety

is “on”. Remember, the magazine should be removed first, then check the

chamber and be certain it and the magazine-well are clear of cartridges.

b. Thoroughly clean the magazine (See “Magazine Inspection and Care”,

pp. 21 & 22) and bolt mechanism, paying particular attention to removing

accumulated grease. Use a bristle brush and solvent to remove grease and

fouling from the bolt face, the extractor, the chamber, and the feed ramp.

(See the “Care and Cleaning” section of this manual for detailed cleaning

instructions).

c. Check to see that the magazine rotor spring tension is adequate.

d. Check the magazine throat to be certain they are free of nicks and burrs

and are not deformed.

e. Remove excess oil and solvent from all cleaned components, load the

magazine, and try the firearm again. As always, proceed slowly. Be certain

bystanders are not close and that you are wearing eye and hearing

protection and that your face is a safe distance from the rifle so that any

discharge resulting from a jammed cartridge will not injure anyone.

If the above procedures do not result in a smooth and reliably functioning

firearm, don’t use the gun. The rifle can be returned directly to our Newport,

New Hampshire Product Service Department for repair. See the Service and Parts

Policy section (p. 27) of this manual for packing and shipping information.

Another precaution: When using any firearm chambered for rimfire cartridges,

form the habit of examining fired cartridge cases. If they have bulged heads or

frequently show splits on any part of the case, the rifle or pistol should be

returned to the factory for inspection.