Manual

17
CLEANING THE EJECTOR…
The design of the Ejector makes its disassembly for cleaning somewhat impractical (i.e. we
don't recommend it). Make sure your Bushmaster ejects empty cases efficiently by following
these steps on a monthly basis (more frequently if firing blanks).
1.) Remove the Bolt from the Carrier (as described on previous pages). Hold it as shown with
the Ejector down and the Extractor up.
2.) Dribble a few drops of CLP around the Ejector to form a puddle.
3.) Take a fired or dummy case and place it under the lip of the Extractor. With a rocking motion,
press the case down against the Ejector. Since the Ejector is spring loaded, some resistance will
be felt. Press on the case until it stops against the bolt face. Ease off with your thumb slightly and
press down again. Repeat several times. Replace the CLP frequently. Once the spring action
of the Ejector is smooth and strong, dry off any excess.
EJECTOR
ROCK EMPTY CASE AGAINST
EJECTOR TO LUBRICATE
INSPECTION - Before Lubricating…
5.) Check the Extractor and Extractor Spring:
If the Extractor is chipped, or has broken
edges in the area of the lip that engages the
cartridge rim, it should be replaced. Check that
the rubber insert is inside the Extractor Spring.
1.) Check the Bolt: Look for cracks or
fractures, especially in the cam pin hole area.
Bolts with pitting that extends into the firing
pin hole should be replaced.
4.) Check the Cam Pin: If it is cracked, or
chipped, it should be replaced.
WARNING: IF THE CAM PIN IS MISSING,
DO NOT FIRE THE RIFLE - IT WILL
EXPLODE.
2.) Check the Firing Pin: If it is bent, cracked,
too blunted or too sharp, it should be replaced.
3.) Check the Firing Pin Retaining Pin: If it is
bent, or badly worn, it should be replaced.
18