Instruction Manual
4. NEVER SHOOT AT WATER OR AT
A HARD SURFACE.
Shooting at the surface of water or at
a rock or other hard surface
increases the chance of ricochets or
fragmentation of the bullet or shot,
which can result in the projectile
striking an unintended or peripheral
target.
5. KNOW THE SAFETY FEATURES OF THE FIREARM YOU
ARE USING, BUT REMEMBER: SAFETY DEVICES ARE
NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR SAFE HANDLING
PROCEDURES.
Never rely solely on a safety device to prevent an accident.
It is imperative that you know and use the safety features of
the particular firearm you are handling, but accidents can
best be prevented by following the safe handling
procedures described in these safety rules and elsewhere in
the product manual. To further familiarize yourself with the
proper use of this or other firearms, take a Firearms Safety
Course taught by an expert in firearms use and safety
procedures.
6. PROPERLY MAINTAIN YOUR
FIREARM.
Store and carry your firearm so that
dirt or lint does not accumulate in
the working parts. Clean and oil
your firearm, following the
instructions provided in this
manual, after each use to prevent
corrosion, damage to the barrel or
accumulation of impurities which
can prevent use of the gun in an emergency. Always check
the bore and chamber(s) prior to loading to ensure that they
are clean and free from obstructions. Firing with an
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