SHR 970 bolt-action rifle IMPORTANT: Do not discard. Keep this manual with your firearm. Upon change of ownership, transfer this manual with the firearm. OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING SIGARMS SHR 970 bolt-action rifle case SIGARMS Inc. Corporate Park Exeter, NH 03833 (603) 772-2302 Please read and understand this owner’s manual before taking your new SI GARMS rifle out of the box.
Firearms Safety is Your Responsibility Specifications - SIGARMS ® SHR 970 Rifle Rifles are classified as FIREARMS and are sold by SIGARMS™ with the specific understanding that SIGARMS is not responsible in any manner whatsoever for their improper handling, use, or resale under local laws and regulations.
Firearms Safety is Your Responsibility Specifications - SIGARMS ® SHR 970 Rifle Rifles are classified as FIREARMS and are sold by SIGARMS™ with the specific understanding that SIGARMS is not responsible in any manner whatsoever for their improper handling, use, or resale under local laws and regulations.
Important Rifle Components Stock Important The safest firearm is one that is fully unloaded. This means that the safety is in the center (load/unload) position, the action is open, and the chamber has been checked visually to insure that a cartridge is NOT present.
Important Rifle Components Stock Important The safest firearm is one that is fully unloaded. This means that the safety is in the center (load/unload) position, the action is open, and the chamber has been checked visually to insure that a cartridge is NOT present.
Ammunition (continued) General Description Manufactured by advanced, state-of-the-art production processes, the SIGARMS SHR 970 rifle is a modern, short throw, bolt-action rifle, with an internal extractor and ejector. The modern take-down design allows for quick and precise barrel replacement and enables the user to perform routine maintenance without special tools. ™ Principle Features SIGARMS SHR 970 • • • • • • • • • • Modern take-down design. Interchangeable barrel(s). 3 Position safety mechanism.
Ammunition (continued) General Description Manufactured by advanced, state-of-the-art production processes, the SIGARMS SHR 970 rifle is a modern, short throw, bolt-action rifle, with an internal extractor and ejector. The modern take-down design allows for quick and precise barrel replacement and enables the user to perform routine maintenance without special tools. ™ Principle Features SIGARMS SHR 970 • • • • • • • • • • Modern take-down design. Interchangeable barrel(s). 3 Position safety mechanism.
Operating the Three Position Safety Mechanism The safety: The SIGARMS™ SHR 970 rifle is equipped with a three position sliding safety. With the rifle completely unloaded, move the safety lever from position to position, to become familiar with the lever location and feel. WARNING REMEMBER that the safety mechanism is not a substitute for safe gun handling. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction even when the safety is engaged, to avoid serious injury to you or others.
Operating the Three Position Safety Mechanism The safety: The SIGARMS™ SHR 970 rifle is equipped with a three position sliding safety. With the rifle completely unloaded, move the safety lever from position to position, to become familiar with the lever location and feel. WARNING REMEMBER that the safety mechanism is not a substitute for safe gun handling. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction even when the safety is engaged, to avoid serious injury to you or others.
Assembling the bolt (continued) 4. Holding the rifle securely, with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, insert the bolt with the handle pointing straight up from the stock (12:00 o’clock position) and gently push the bolt into the receiver until it is past the bolt stop/release mechanism located on the left hand side of the rifle (See Figure 2A). Push the bolt fully forward and rotate the bolt handle downward to check engagement of the bolt. This completes bolt installation (See Figure 2B).
Assembling the bolt (continued) 4. Holding the rifle securely, with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, insert the bolt with the handle pointing straight up from the stock (12:00 o’clock position) and gently push the bolt into the receiver until it is past the bolt stop/release mechanism located on the left hand side of the rifle (See Figure 2A). Push the bolt fully forward and rotate the bolt handle downward to check engagement of the bolt. This completes bolt installation (See Figure 2B).
Unloading: The only way to be certain that a rifle is unloaded is to check it visually. Place the safety in the center position (See Figure 1B, page 8), open the bolt, remove the magazine and look in the chamber to make sure there is not a cartridge present. This is essential for your safety and the safety of others. Disassembly Before you disassemble the rifle, make sure that it is unloaded. Removing the bolt: 1. Make sure the rifle is unloaded. 2. Put the safety lever in the ter position.
Unloading: The only way to be certain that a rifle is unloaded is to check it visually. Place the safety in the center position (See Figure 1B, page 8), open the bolt, remove the magazine and look in the chamber to make sure there is not a cartridge present. This is essential for your safety and the safety of others. Disassembly Before you disassemble the rifle, make sure that it is unloaded. Removing the bolt: 1. Make sure the rifle is unloaded. 2. Put the safety lever in the ter position.
Normal Operation 1. Before attempting to shoot your SIGARMS™ SHR 970 be sure that it is correctly assembled and that there are no obstructions in the barrel. WARNING You should never point the muzzle at anything, unless you are planning to shoot, especially when you are loading and unloading the rifle. Muzzle direction could be the difference between LIFE and DEATH. position until you are ready to fire. When you are ready to fire push the safety fully forward to the “F” (FIRE) position. 9.
Normal Operation 1. Before attempting to shoot your SIGARMS™ SHR 970 be sure that it is correctly assembled and that there are no obstructions in the barrel. WARNING You should never point the muzzle at anything, unless you are planning to shoot, especially when you are loading and unloading the rifle. Muzzle direction could be the difference between LIFE and DEATH. position until you are ready to fire. When you are ready to fire push the safety fully forward to the “F” (FIRE) position. 9.
Cleaning and Lubrication (continued) Bolt and internal metal surfaces: 1. Use a small nylon bristle brush and soft clean cloth to thoroughly clean these areas. Lightly lubricate the bolt and internal metal surfaces before reassembling the rifle. External metal surfaces: 1. Lightly lubricate all external metal surfaces before reassembling the rifle. Wipe all external metal surfaces to remove any moisture or finger marks. Stock: 1.
Cleaning and Lubrication (continued) Bolt and internal metal surfaces: 1. Use a small nylon bristle brush and soft clean cloth to thoroughly clean these areas. Lightly lubricate the bolt and internal metal surfaces before reassembling the rifle. External metal surfaces: 1. Lightly lubricate all external metal surfaces before reassembling the rifle. Wipe all external metal surfaces to remove any moisture or finger marks. Stock: 1.
SIGARMS™ SHR 970, Parts List This instruction manual should always accompany this rifle and be transferred with it upon change of ownership. SIGARMS™ CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FUNCTIONING AND SAFETY OF ANY FIREARM WHICH HAS BEEN ALTERED OR CHANGED FROM THE ORIGINAL FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. Warranty Statement Based on the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, SIGARMS™ offers no express warranty on their product line. However, SIGARMS recognizes its obligations concerning service to owners of SIGARMS products.
SIGARMS™ SHR 970, Parts List This instruction manual should always accompany this rifle and be transferred with it upon change of ownership. SIGARMS™ CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FUNCTIONING AND SAFETY OF ANY FIREARM WHICH HAS BEEN ALTERED OR CHANGED FROM THE ORIGINAL FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. Warranty Statement Based on the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, SIGARMS™ offers no express warranty on their product line. However, SIGARMS recognizes its obligations concerning service to owners of SIGARMS products.
SHR 970 bolt-action rifle IMPORTANT: Do not discard. Keep this manual with your firearm. Upon change of ownership, transfer this manual with the firearm. OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING SIGARMS SHR 970 bolt-action rifle case SIGARMS Inc. Corporate Park Exeter, NH 03833 (603) 772-2302 Please read and understand this owner’s manual before taking your new SIG Arms rifle out of the box.
