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Safety Reference • Owner’s Manual • All Model 2011 Firearms
HANDGUN MAINTENANCE - GENERAL CARE
The STI semi-automatic model handguns must be clean and properly
lubricated to function reliably and maintain optimum performance and
accuracy. Proper maintenance can provide smooth operation, minimize
the wear of parts, and prevent malfunctions.
Periodic maintenance of this family of STI handguns involve cleaning
and lubrication whenever any of the following conditions exist:
1. Before firing you STI handgun for the first time.
2. After disassembling the firearm. Disassembly removes lubrication
from the moving parts and requires that you properly apply a high-
quality lubricant intended for semi-automatic handguns upon reas-
sembly.
3. After shooting the firearm. Clean and lubricate the handgun to
prevent corrosion and reduce friction on moving parts caused by
powder deposits that accumulate during shooting.
4. Before and after storing the handgun for more that a month. Firearms
which have been stored for long periods of time accumulate deposits
of dust, dirt and sometimes rust and other corrosive actions caused
by the environment.
5. After the handgun becomes wet or dirty. Excessive moisture of dirt
within the firearm and around it can create obstructions, causing an
unsafe shooting condition.
WARNING!
Always empty a firearm before cleaning. Be certain to remove the
magazine and any ammunition in the firearm’s chamber before
cleaning. Note: STI model handguns must be checked first by remov-
ing that magazine from the firearm to prevent a round from entering
the chamber.