Manual

firing pin. If the firing pin did not strike the primer the gun

has malfunctioned and may need service. (See page 28 for

instructions on returning a firearm to USFA for service.

Safe Loading Procedure

If you are sure that your have the specific type of

ammunition for your firearm, you may begin the safe

loading procedure.

• Point the barrel downward. ALWAYS keep your fingers

away from the trigger guard and trigger when loading a

firearm.

• The tubular magazine is loaded through the port on the

right side of the receiver.

• When loading your Lightning Rifle you must hear a

positive “click” each time a round is loaded in the

magazine tube. This insures a positive receiving of the

cartridge into the magazine tube.