Owner's Manual

CZ 999 / CZ 40 Pistol Manual
© 2012 Century International Arms, Inc.
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WARNING!
Excessive use of cleaning solvents or lubricants can adversely affect
your pistol's functioning. Wipe the inside of the barrel dry before firing and ensure
that it is free of obstructions.
WARNING!
Some cleaning solvents produce hazardous vapors. Read and follow
the solvent manufacturer’s cautions found on the product’s package.
WARNING!
Handling ammunition and cleaning firearms results in exposure to
lead and other substances that can pose health risks. Wash your hands and face
after firing your pistol or after cleaning it.
WARNING!
This firearm should be checked periodically for worn or damaged
parts by a competent gunsmith. This will help ensure its safe functioning and a long
service life.
1. Obtain a quality pistol cleaning kit and thoroughly review the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Follow the pistol disassembly procedures. (See page 11.)
3. To clean the barrel, select the correct caliber cleaning brush and attach it to a cleaning rod.
Note: Always clean the barrel from the chamber end to the muzzle.
4. Dampen the brush with gun cleaning solvent and then push the brush through the barrel
several times.
5. Remove the brush and attach a correctly sized cloth cleaning patch to the cleaning rod and
push it through the barrel several times to remove loosened fouling.
6. Repeat this process with the brush and cleaning patches until a final patch comes out clean
after swabbing the bore. Lightly oil the bore.
7. Remove shooting residue from the pistol's action parts and outer surfaces by wiping them
with a soft cloth dabbed in gun cleaning solvent. Then be sure to remove all excess solvent and
dry them.
8. Finally, wipe down all outer surfaces with a soft cloth dipped in a good quality gun oil.
WARNING!
There may be sharp edges on parts of the firearm. Keep your fingers
protected by wearing a pair of protective gloves when cleaning.
WARNING!
You should wear eye protection, such as shooting glasses or goggles,
when cleaning this pistol to protect your eyes from tensioned parts, such as springs,
that could become dislodged during the cleaning procedures.
Cleaning Intervals
Always clean your pistol as soon as possible after firing to prevent buildup of shooting residue
and to prevent corrosion from beginning. To maintain your pistol in good working order, it should
be cleaned regularly even if it has not been fired. If you live in a low-humidity area, this may mean
doing a full clean once or twice a year; but if you live in a high-humidity area, it may be necessary
to clean your pistol as often as once a week. Note: In freezing weather (below 32° F. or 0° C.),
the use of a dry lubricant (instead of oil) for lubrication may work better.
Storage
Your pistol should be thoroughly cleaned and lightly lubricated before being put away for storage.
A light coating of good quality gun oil should be applied to all exposed surfaces. Remove all
excess lubrication and use a cleaning rod and cleaning patch to make sure that the bore (the
inside of the barrel) is dry and free of obstructions when you remove your pistol from storage