Manual
4
NEVER store ammunition with a firearm.
In
order to avoid damage during transport, the rifle
should always be transported
in
the original packing carton or
in
a commercially available carrying case.
ALWAYS keep the muzzle ofyour rifle pointed
in
a safe
direction. NEVER point any firearm at anything you do not
intend to shoot. Stay alert and be aware of
all
persons and
property within shooting range.
NEVER give a loaded firearm to another person. Al-
ways open the action and inspectthe chamberfor ammunition,
and unload any firearm before giving the firearm to another
person for inspection. Always unload firearms after use to
prevent the occurrence of
an
accidental discharge.
KEEP the barrel, chamber and bore free of
all
obstruc-
tions. Firing a firearm with a barrel, chamber or bore obstruc-
tion can cause damage and injury to both the firearm and the
shooter, and could result
in
death. Keep the barrel, chamber
and bore free and clean of mud, snow, cleaning patches, or
any other materials which may clog the barrel.
NEVER drink alcohol or take medications while hand-
ling a firearm. Responsible firearm handling requires a state of
mental alertness.
ALWAYS seek a doctor's advice if you are taking
medication to be sure you are fit to shoot and handle a firearm
safely.
DO NOT totally and blindly rely
on
the mechanical
safety devices
on
any firearm.