Manual

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Before firing your STEYR pistol, run a clean patch through

the barrel, from the chamber end, using a cleaning rod. Repeat this

procedure until the patch comes out of the barrel with no gun oil or

cleaner-lubricant-preservative on it.

Always be sure that the barrel of your STEYR pistol is clear

of obstructions before firing it. Remove any obstructions before firing

your STEYR pistol so that it will function safely and correctly. Any ob-

struction in the barrel could prevent the pistol from firing properly and

result in death or serious personal injury and damage to the pistol.

In case of a failure to fire, continue to hold your STEYR

pistol pointed toward the target for at least 30 seconds. If a hangfire

(slow ignition) has occurred, the cartridge should fire within approxi-

mately 30 seconds. If the cartridge has not fired, remove the maga-

zine, eject the cartridge from the chamber and examine its primer. If

the firing pin indentation is light, off-center, or non-existent, have your

STEYR pistol examined by STEYR authorized personnel. If the firing

pin indentation on the primer appears normal (compared to similar

previously fired cartridges) the cartridge may be defective. Separate

the cartridge from other live ammunition and empty cases, reload your

STEYR pistol and resume firing. NOTE: Dispose of misfired cartridges

in accordance with the ammunition manufacturer’s instructions.

Never use your STEYR pistol if it fails to function properly,

and never force the slide closed on a jammed cartridge because it

could cause the cartridge to explode.

Never pull the trigger if the slide does not fully close to

prevent a possible out of battery firing. If this happens, unload the

pistol as described in Chapter 4, examine the round that was in the

chamber and check the chamber to ensure that there are no obstruc-

tions or debris in it.

CHAPTER 3: FIRING