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GUN SAFETY RULES

Observe these rules of safe gun handling.

1. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Watch the muzzle at all time: never point a gun, accidentally

or intentionally, at any person or anything you do not intend to shoot. Identify the target before shooting; do not

shoot at sounds.

2. Always treat a gun as if it is loaded – it may be!

3. Keep your finger off the trigger while operating the action and at all other times until you are ready to shoot.

4. Keep the safety “on” or in the “safe” position at all times until you are ready to fire.

Do not rely on your gun’s safety, the safety on any gun is a mechanical device and is not intended as a substitute for

common sense or safe gun handling.

5. Learn how your gun functions and handles. If you do not thoroughly understand the proper use and care of your

gun, seek the advice of someone who is knowledgeable.

6. Do not alter or modify any part of the firearm.

7. Store guns unloaded, separate from any ammunition, and out of the reach of children.

8. Be sure the barrel is clear of any obstructions before loading. Make it a habit to check the barrel every time

before loading.

9. Be sure you have and use the proper ammunition. A 20 gauge shell will enter a 12gauge chamber far enough so

that a 12 gauge shell can be loaded behind it. Also, a 3 inch shell may fit into a 2 ¾ inch chamber, but the crimp at

the mouth of the shell will unfold into the forcing cone. If either of these things occur and you fire the gun, the gun

will explode, damaging the gun and possibly causing serious injury or death to you and those around you.

10. Wear protective shooting glasses and adequate ear protection when shooting.

11. Never climb or jump over anything, such as a tree, fence, or ditch, with a loaded gun. Open the barrel, remove

the shells and hand the gun to someone else or place it on the ground on the other side of the obstacle before

crossing it yourself. Do not lean a gun against a tree or other object; it could fall and possibly dis charge.

12. Do not shoot at a hard surface or at water. Bullet and shot can ricochet or bounce off and travel in unpredictable

directions with great velocity.

13. Never transport a loaded gun. DO not place a loaded gun into a vehicle. The gun should be unloaded and

placed into a case when not in use.

14. Never drink alcoholic beverages before or during shooting.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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GUN SAFETY RULES Observe these rules of safe gun handling. 1. A lways keep the mu zzle pointed in a safe direct ion. Watch the mu zzle at all t ime: never point a gun, accidentally or intentionally, at any person or anything you do not intend to shoot. Identify the target before shooting; do not shoot at sounds. 2. A lways treat a gun as if it is loaded – it may be! 3. Keep your finger off the trigger while operating the action and at all other times until you are ready to shoot. 4.
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INTORDUCTION TO TRIS TAR SPORTING ARMS For many years, TriStar has been import ing quality shotguns. Co mb ine the old world quality with modern technology, and you have TriStar Shotguns. We at TriStar thank you for the privilege of delivering a product to you that will provide you with years of pleasurable use. Happy shot gunning. INTRODUCTION TO YOUR S IDE B Y SIDE S HOTGUN Actions of all TriStar models are of the bo xlock design and are made of high grade steel for superior strength.
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ASSEMB LY The shotgun is packed in a cardboard bo x in two sub-assemblies; the action/stock assembly and the forend/barrel assembly. Make sure there are no shells in the chamber. 1. Remove all dirt and excess oil fro m gun, especially fro m the breech area, also barrel in terio r and ends. 2. Remove the forearm by pushing the forehand iron catch upwards, this allows the nose of the forearm to release.
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LOADING AND OPERATING YOUR S HOTGUN 1. Slide the safety, located on the tang of the receiver, toward the butt of the gun into the “safe” position (Photo 4). 2. Break the action open. 3. Check the barrels for any obstruction, including dirt and excess oil. CAUTION: Obstructions can increase barrel pressure sufficiently so that the barrel can exp lode when the gun is fired. This may result in serious injury or death to the shooter and others in the vicinity. 4.
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DISASS EMB LY 1. Make sure the gun is unloaded and no shells are in the chamber. 2. Close the action. Place the gun butt on your thigh and remove the forearm by pulling the forearm release latch or pressing the forearm release button. While pulling the nose of the forearm away fro m the barrels, slide the fo rearm forward until separated fro m the barrels. 3. Separate the barrels fro m the receiver by holding the stock of the gun in your right hand and the barrels in your left.
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US AGE OF CHOKE TUB ES The choke controls how open or tight the pattern of the shot will be. The chart below lists the chokes available (fro m open to tight), and the core spending marks that indicate the specific choke. Never fire your gun or run cleaning tools through a barrel that uses a choke tube without having a choke installed. The threads of the choke tube and the internal threads of the barrel should be cleaned after each use and before installation of the tube.
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Ship the firearm prepaid to: TriStar S porting Arms 1816 Linn St. North Kansas City, MO 64116 THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing a TriStar shotgun. We are sure this gun will bring you years of hunting and/or shooting pleasure. Your satisfaction is the key to our success. Please let us know if we can be or service and relay any observations about your guns performance or appearance. For your questions or comments please visit www.tristarsportingarms.
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SERVICE AGREEMENT AND LIMITED WARRANTY TriStar agrees to service its products free of charge for defects in materials and workmanship in accordance with the service agreement listed below. The obligation of TriStar under this agreement is limited to the repair or replacement of unserviceable parts and does not cover any incidental or consequential damages. Other than the express warranty contained herein, TriStar makes no war ranties, expressed or imp lied.