Manual

3
General Rules For The
Safe Use And Handling
Of The Encore Pistol
Follow the rules for use and handling of the Encore Pistol. Failure to
follow these rules may cause injury and/or death to the shooter or
bystanders and damage to property.
1 If you are unfamiliar with firearms seek professional instruction.
Qualified organizations such as local gun clubs, the National Rifle Associa-
tion and State Hunter Safety programs offer courses which teach safe gun
handling and proper hunting procedure. Those who are unfamiliar with
firearms should seek guidance from an instructor who is qualified by one of
these organizations.
2 Always point the muzzle of your Encore downrange. The possibility
of accidental discharge is a constant danger when using a firearm. If the
muzzle is pointed downrange, away from yourself, other people, domestic
animals or property, then there can be no injury or damage from an acciden-
tal discharge.
3 Never load your Encore until you are ready to fire it. If your Encore
is not loaded until you are ready to fire and you are directing your full con-
centration to it and the target then there can be no accidental discharge of
the pistol. Never transport or carry a loaded Encore in a vehicle. Never hand
a loaded Encore to another person. Never store a loaded Encore in your
home. Never cr
oss a fence, climb a tr
ee, jump a ditch or engage in any activ-
ity which distracts your attention while holding or carrying a loaded Encore.
Never attempt to clean a loaded Encore.
4 Be physically fit and mentally alert when using your Encore. The use
of your Encor
e involves forceful physical actions which require strength and