Manual

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Safety Reference • Owner’s Manual • All Model 2011 Firearms
• Additional sources on firearms safety and instruction can be obtained
by writing to national organizations, such as the United States Practical
Shooting Association (USPSA - 903-A Metcalf Street, Sedro Woolley,
WA 98284, or the National Rifle Association (NRA - 11250 Waples Mill
Road, Washington, DC 22030, [phone]).
SAFE OWNERSHIP - GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• Be prepared - Firearm safety depends on proper preparation. Always
have the right gear and accessories available for handling a firearm. The
key to safe firearm handling is to protect yourself against distractions and
adverse conditions. Proper planning and equipment will allow you to
handle your firearm in a comfortable manner. And give you the ability to
focus on safety.
• Protect your hearing - Firearms produce high noise levels when
discharged. Protect your hearing from potentially harmful exposure with
an adequate sound attenuation product, such as ear plugs and/or ear
muffs. Unprotected exposure to loud noises can cause a loss of hearing
known to have a cumulative effect and can cause permanent hearing loss.
• Protect your eyes - Firearms as well as environmental conditions can
affect your eyes if not properly protected. Always protect your eyes with
impact-resistant glasses. Use corrective lenses if necessary to clearly see
your firearm and your target. Tinted lenses should only be used under
proper lighting conditions. Eye protection should provide adequate
protection against airborne debris, hot gases, powder blow-back, ejected
shell cartridges, dust, wind, sun glare, low limbs or any other condition
that could endanger yourself or others nearby.
• Protect your body - Wear adequate clothing to help protect your body
from injury. Your body should be protected from firearm discharge and
ejected shell cartridges, which are hot and could cause burns. Be certain
to wear comfortable, well-fit clothing appropriate to the season. Do not
wear clothing which causes discomfort or could impair the safe handling
of a firearm.