Manual

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MUZZLE THREAD
T3 Tactical model features a threaded muzzle, which enables you to attach
the muzzle-brake or sound suppressor (where legal) to the rifle. Pitch of the
thread is M18x1. The rifle comes equipped with a standard muzzle-thread
protector sleeve. NOTE: The T3 Tactical accepts the same muzzle-brake as
the Sako TRG series rifles.
MUZZLE BRAKE
To attach the muzzle brake, unscrew the muzzle-thread protector sleeve and
screw in the muzzle brake clockwise as far as it will go. Then, you may need
to turn the muzzle brake counter-clockwise in order to position the brake
holes in the correct direction. The rifle’s tendency to “kick” to the side can in
fact be decreased by ensuring that the brake holes are turned in the direction
of the “kick.” Once you are satisfied with the alignment of the brake and the
holes, tighten the brake’s fastening screw with an 4mm Allen key.
To remove the muzzle brake, loosen the fastening screw and turn the brake
counter-clockwise until it comes free. When not using a muzzle brake, you
should always keep the muzzle-thread protector sleeve installed.
SOUND SUPPRESSOR
In countries that allow the use of sound suppressor, one can be easily and
quickly attached to T3 Tactical. To attach the sound suppressor, unscrew the
muzzle-thread protector sleeve or assembled muzzle brake and screw in the
sound suppressor by hand clockwise as far as it will go. The use of the Sako/
Tikka sound suppressor will allow the use of standard ammunition without a
change of zero. If more sound suppression is required, the use of subsonic
ammunition is recommended. Note! Subsonic ammunition travels at
much slower velocities and will require different sighting in.
CLEANING AFTER USE
Before commencing cleaning check that all cartridges have been removed
both from the magazine and chamber. Remove the bolt and push an oily
cleaning cloth through the bore after which the rifle can be stored in this con-
dition for a period of time. After thorough cleaning the barrel should be lightly
oiled. Clean the bolt as well as the other external metal parts lightly with an
oily cloth. Maintenance should not be neglected even in case of the “all-
weather” model made of stainless steel.
CLEANING THE BARREL
When cleaning the barrel always do as follows:
- Always push the cleaning/oiling patch from the breech end.
- Do not scrub the barrel, simply push the patch through the barrel and out
through the muzzle. Repeat as necessary.
- Use only absolutely straight and sturdy cleaning rods.
MAINTENANCE OF THE STOCK
1. Wood-stocked models. Your Tikka stock is resistant to warping and mois-
ture because of its oil or lacquered finish. Normally, it is only necessary to
wipe the stock dry after use and to ensure that the stock’s inner sections are
lightly oiled. If your Tikka has an oil finish, you should occasionally wipe its
stock with a good quality stock oil. If your Tikka’s lacquered finish becomes
damaged, we recommend that you consult a qualified gunsmith.
2. Synthetic-stocked models. The synthetic stock of your Tikka is resistant to
the elements and does not need any special maintenance.
BOLT DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
Generally, disassembling the bolt is not necessary. But if you have reason to
believe that oil may have penetrated the bolt, you should clean it in order to
retain its smooth operation. This is particularly important if you use the rifle in
cold or harsh weather.
In order to disassemble the bolt, please follow these steps:
1. Carefully check that the rifle is unloaded and remove the bolt from the rifle
by pressing the bolt-release lever on the left side of the receiver.
2. Remove the bolt shroud by turning it anti-clockwise until it stops and pulling
it away from the bolt.
3. Insert the tip of a screwdriver (approx. 3mm wide) into the gap between
the cocking piece and the bolt handle retainer bushing. IMPORTANT! Do not
remove the screwdriver tip from this location until you are ready to reassem-
ble the bolt shroud.
4. Disengage the firing pin assembly by turning the screwdriver counterclock-
wise (see fig. 15). Push the firing pin assembly forward until the locking cam
(E) of the handle retainer bushing touches the bolt’s rear surface.
5. Release the bolt handle from the bolt body. If the bolt handle feels stiff and
does not immediately pull out, you can tap it with a plastic mallet at the re-
ceiver end (arrow G).
6. Remove the firing pin assembly from the bolt.
The bolt should not require any further disassembly for cleaning purposes. In
order to reassemble the bolt after cleaning, reverse the order:
1. Push the firing pin assembly into place. Make sure that the bolt handle re-
tainer bushing is in the correct position, so that you can ease the bolt handle
back into place without obstruction.
2. Reassemble the bolt handle to the bolt body.
3. Re-engage the firing pin assembly by turning the screwdriver anti-clock-
wise as far as it will go. Make sure that the retainer bushing locks the handle.
4. Replace the bolt shroud by turning it clockwise until the cocking piece cam
stops in the notch (D) before the cocking slope (see fig. 2).