Manual

MAGAZINE INSPECTION AND CARE

Check the magazine frequently. The rotor must move freely and have adequate

tension so that each cartridge is quickly raised to the feeding position. At the

time of manufacture, proper rotor tension is set in the .22 caliber magazines by

rotating the magazine cap nut until the r

otor stops turning. Then the nut is

turned an additional 1 1/4 turns beyond the ‘stop’ position. The .44 magnum

magazine is automatically tensioned (rotor wound 1 1/2 turns) if properly

assembled.

To test the rotor tension, load one cartridge into the magazine and then firmly

press against the side of the cartridge case. Remove your finger quickly. The

cartridge should instantly and fully move in to the feeding position. If it does

not, the magazine should be cleaned. If cleaning does not restore proper rotor

tension, do not use the magazine. (NOTE: After testing, remove the test

cartridge).

When cleaning is necessary, use a solvent that will not rust the metal

components or adversely affect the plastic magazine box. After the magazine has

been soaked in solvent to loosen foreign matter, be certain to shake it vigorously

(with the loading opening away from you) to remove solvent or residue from

within the magazine.

After cleaning, always check to be certain that rotor movement and tension are

correct, and that no solvent or debris remain. Do not disassemble the magazine.

Improper reassembly or improper tensioning of the rotor spring can cause a

potentially dangerous malfunction. If you experience a problem with the

magazine, don’t use it. Get a new one.

Exploded view of the

magazine components.

This illustration is

included to show the

relationship and names of

the magazine components.

As noted in the text above,

the magazine should not

be disassembled. The .22

Magnum, .17 HMR, and

.44 magnum magazines

are slightly different in

dimension but are similar

in concept and operation.

DAMAGED, NON-STANDARD, OR IMPROPERLY

ASSEMBLED MAGAZINES SHOULD NOT BE USED.

THEY CAN CAUSE THE RIFLE TO MALFUNCTION.

Magazine Components

(.22LR Shown)