Owner's Manual

Cleaning Intervals
Always clean your rifle as soon as possible after firing to prevent buildup of shooting residue and
to prevent corrosion from starting. To maintain your rifle 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 cleaning once or twice a year; but if you live in a high-humidity area, it may be
necessary to clean your rifle 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.
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 rifle to protect your eyes from tensioned parts, such as springs,
that could become dislodged during the cleaning procedures.
WARNING!
Excessive use of cleaning solvents or lubricants can adversely affect
your rifle'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 rifle 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.
Lubrication Warning
Firing a firearm with oil, grease or any other material even partially obstructing the
bore may result in damage to the firearm and injury to the shooter and those
nearby. Do not spray or apply lubricants directly on ammunition. If the powder
charge of a cartridge is affected by the lubricant, it may not be ignited, but the
energy from the primer may be sufficient to push the bullet into the bore where it
may become lodged. Firing a subsequent bullet into the obstructed bore will
damage the firearm and may cause injury to the shooter and those nearby. Use
lubricants properly. You are responsible for the proper care and maintenance of
your firearm and ammunition.
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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 rifle'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.