User Manual Series 1780 Models Issue 07/2012
Contents 1 Components / Terminology................................. 3 10 Removing / inserting the bolt.......................... 15 2 Introduction............................................................. 4 10.1 Removing.............................................................15 10.2 Inserting...............................................................16 3 Key to Symbols....................................................... 4 11 Bolt..........................................................
1 Components / Terminology [1] [14] [8] [2] [3] [4] [9] [5] [6] [7] [11] [16] [10] [17] [13] [12] [9] [8] [1] Stock [10] Magazine [2] Bolt handle [11] Magazine holder [3] Bolt [12] Trigger guard [4] Safety catch [13] Trigger [5] Receiver [14] Butt plate [6] Ejection port [15] Muzzle [7] Barrel [16] Rear sight [8] Sling swivel eyelet [17] Insert/aperture [9] Chequering Fig.
2 Introduction 3 Key to Symbols Dear hunting enthusiast, In this user manual, the following symbols are used to distinguish between general information and particularly important information: It's important to be able to rely on the quality of a hunting rifle: 3.1 for example, exact and ever-consistent shooting performance. With an ANSCHÜTZ barrel and the detailed, well-engineered design of our bolt, you are guaranteed gunsmithing of the finest calibre.
4 General handling of firearms $$ A firearm must only ever be used for its designated purpose. Firearms are dangerous objects requiring the utmost care in their storage and use. The following safety and warning instructions must be observed without exception! $$ Firearms owners are responsible for ensuring that their firearm is at no time, $ and especially when absent, within reach of or accessible to children or other unauthorised persons. $$ Firearms must not be handed over to unauthorised persons.
4.2 Shooting $$ Any firearm must be treated as if it were loaded. $$ Never pick up a firearm by the trigger. Warning! $$ Shooting galleries must be adequately ventilated. Danger to life and cause of physical damage! $$ Any bullet trap in the shooting gallery must be completely safe and visible. Aiming the rifle at people and objects. hh When the rifle is not in use, keep the muzzle pointing in a safe direction.
4.6 $$ The specified capacity of the magazines must not be exceeded. Ear and eye protection $$ Life-threatening injuries and physical damage can be caused by the use of incorrect ammunition, dirt in the barrel or incorrect cartridge components. Note! $$ Only original ANSCHÜTZ parts may be used. 4.3 For your own safety, approved hearing and eye . protection should be used when shooting! Shooting without safety equipment can result in . damage to the hearing and sight.
6 Intended use 7 Liability It must only be used on shoots and on shooting ranges (for sporting and hunting disciplines) and may only be used by persons who hold the appropriate firearms permit. ANSCHÜTZ will accept no liability or claims for compensation for damage of any kind arising from: yy yy yy yy yy yy yy yy Note! A firearm must only ever be used for its designated purpose.
8 Loading / unloading 8.1 Caution! Physical damage! Loading After it is unlocked, the magazine can fall out of the magazine well by itself. hh Hold a hand below the magazine when unlocking it. $$ Only load the rifle immediately before use. XX Slide the magazine holder [11] forwards (in the direction of the arrow). XX Place the cartridge, base first, centrally onto the loading spring and, using the cartridge, push the loading spring down and slide into the magazine (see arrows). [10] [11] Fig.
99 The magazine is loaded when the base of the cartridge is resting against the rear wall of the magazine. Warning! Danger to life! Incorrect calibre in the magazine. hh Only use the calibre specified on the barrel of the rifle. XX With the bolt closed, insert the magazine into the rifle (in the direction of the arrow) until you feel it engages. Fig.4 Magazine loaded $$ Only original ANSCHÜTZ magazines may be used. $$ The specified capacity of the magazines must not be exceeded.
XX Pivot the bolt handle [2] upwards (in the direction of the arrow). XX Close the breech [3] (direction of arrow). [2] [3] Fig.8 Closing the breech Fig.6 Pivoting the bolt handle upwards 99 The firing pin is cocked. 99 Closing the breech pushes a cartridge from the loaded magazine into the cartridge chamber. XX Open the breech [3] (direction of arrow). XX Pivot the bolt handle [2] downwards (direction of arrow). [2] [3] Fig.7 Opening the breech Fig.
8.2 Warning! Unloading XX Pivot the bolt handle [2] upwards (in the direction of the arrow). Danger to life! Unintentional discharge as a result of a loaded, unsecured rifle. hh Keep the muzzle of the firearm pointing in a safe direction. hh Engage the safety catch after loading the rifle. [2] 99 The rifle is fully loaded. XX Engage the safety catch (see Chapter 9). Fig.10 Pivoting the bolt handle upwards Warning! XX Open the breech [3] (direction of arrow).
XX Slide the magazine holder [11] forwards (in the direction of the arrow). XX Close the breech [3] (direction of arrow). [10] [3] [11] Fig.13 Closing the breech Fig.12 Sliding the magazine holder forwards XX Pull the trigger [13] (in the direction of the arrow) and, in the same movement, carefully push the bolt handle [2] downwards. 99 The magazine [10] is unlocked and can now be removed. XX Withdraw the magazine [10] from the magazine recess by hand.
9 Safety catch XX Pivot the bolt handle [2] downwards (direction of arrow). Note! The safety catch can only be engaged/released when the rifle is cocked. The general "Engage/Release" procedure is described in the following. [2] 9.1 Engaging the safety catch Fig.16 Pivoting the bolt handle downwards XX Close the breech [3] (direction of arrow). 99 The rifle is cocked and locked. XX Pull back the safety catch [4] (in the direction of the arrow). [4] [3] Fig.15 Closing the breech Fig.
9.2 10 Removing / inserting the bolt Releasing the safety catch XX Move the safety catch [4] into the firing position (direction of arrow). 10.1 Removing XX Push the releasing lever [z] and, at the same time, pull the bolt [3] out of the receiver [5]. [4] [z] [5] Fig.18 Sliding the safety catch forwards (releasing) 99 The rifle is cocked and the safety catch is released. Fig.
11 Bolt 10.2 Inserting XX Cock the bolt (see Chapter 11). 11.1 Dismantling the bolt XX Place the bolt [3] on the receiver [5] (guide slot pointing downwards) and slide the bolt [3] forwards until it engages (in the direction of the arrow). XX Remove the bolt (see Chapter 10). XX Uncock the bolt (turn the bolt with respect to the cap [x] until the firing pin uncocks). [5] [x] [3] Fig.20 Inserting the bolt Fig.21 Uncocking the bolt 99 The bolt is inserted.
XX Withdraw the firing pin [s] and spring [f]. 11.2 Cocking the bolt XX The bolt [3] is uncocked. [f] [s] [3] Fig. 23 Withdrawing the firing pin and spring 99 The bolt is now dismantled and can be cleaned. Fig.25 Bolt uncocked XX First fix the bolt [3] to the bolt nut [5]. [3] Fig.26 Inserting the bolt Fig.24 Dismantled bolt XX To reassemble, carry out these steps in reverse.
12 Trigger XX Turn the bolt handle [2] downwards clockwise until the bolt [3] is cocked (you will hear a sound as it engages). [3] Description Trigger assembly 5780 D: [2] 1 13 11 2 12 8 A 3 Fig.27 Pivoting the bolt handle downwards 10 B 9 99 The bolt [3] is cocked. 7 5 4 6 C 1 Trigger stud [3] Fig.28 Bolt cocked Note! ANSCHÜTZ recommends having the headspace checked by an authorized gunsmith at regular intervals.
12.1 Trigger weight setting: 12.3 Setting two stage trigger: • Turning the setting screw C in a clockwise direction increases the trigger weight. • Please follow the instructions „Single stage trigger setting“ to the end. • Turning the trigger screw C in a counter-clockwise direction reduces the trigger weight. • T hen turn the setting screw B in a counter-clockwise direction until you can no longer detect two stage when actuating the cocked trigger. • The factory setting is 1,200 g.
13 Adjusting the rear sight and insert/aperture 14 Maintenance/cleaning Warning! 13.1 Windage of the rear sight Danger to life! XX Release the hexagonal socket screw. Danger to life from loaded firearm. hh Ensure that the rifle is unloaded before use or during maintenance and cleaning work. XX Move the rear sight to the right or left. XX Re-tighten the hexagon socket screw. Note! After each use of the rifle, apply a thin film of oil . to the steel parts and thoroughly clean the barrel. Fig.
14.1 Cleaning the barrel XX Pull a woolen swab through the barrel several times to dry it. If the barrel is only slightly dirty, use a plastic brush to clean it. XX Oil the plastic brush lightly and push it through the barrel from the chamber end using a clean cleaning rod. Note! It is essential to re-oil the barrel after using . ammonia-containing cleaning agents, to avoid . the risk of corrosion. Fig.
15 Optical sights 14.2 Maintenance intervals Note! Note! Pay attention to the instructions supplied with . the cleaner. Operating and maintenance instructions can . be found in the respective manufacturer's . documentation.
17 Technical data Weight 3.2 kg Length 109 cm Calibre .308 Win.; .30-06; 8x57 IS; 9.3x62 Barrel 56 cm Magazine capacity 5 rounds Trigger type Single stage trigger 5780 D; set to 1,200 g, setting range 600–1,800 g; can be set to two stage trigger Breech type Rotary cylinder bolt (with two-row six-lug breech; 2x3) 18 Disposal The disposal of the rifle must be carried out and certified by a specialist dealer or gunsmith.
20 Shooting Performance 21 Guarantee The shooting precision of a rifle depends on several factors. One very important factor in this respect is the ammunition. Not every barrel shoots with the same efficiency. Considerable performance differences are apparent with each ammunition type. <<< WARRANT Y >>> 1.
