Instruction Manual

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SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Engage the safety mechanism in the “safe” position, pull the safety to its most
rearward position, covering the red indicator dot on the stock. (See Picture 8)
To place the safety mechanism
in the “fire” position, push the
safety fully forward, exposing
the red indicator dot on the
stock. The rifle is now ready to
fire by pulling the trigger.
(See Picture 9)
WARNING: Some of the metal parts of your rifle have had a rust preventative
compound applied at the factory to protect the metal during shipment. Before
shooting your rifle for the first time, you must clean the anti-rust compound from
the barrel, receiver, breech bolt mechanism, and the action/chamber areas. To
clean the barrel, refer to the Cleaning Instructions in this Owner’s Manual.
Z98 rifles are manufactured with either a hinged floor plate magazine or a
detachable box magazine.
Before loading your rifle for the first time, make sure (1) you have read and
understand all of the warnings and instructions in this Owner’s Manual, and (2)
you have removed all grease and oil from the barrel and chamber and any
obstructions from the barrel.
Loading a Rifle With a Hinged Floor Plate
WARNING: Make sure the ammo that you are using is the correct caliber
as identified on the receiver or barrel.
1. Keep the rifle pointed in a safe direction throughout the loading process.
2. Make sure the safety mechanism is engaged in the “safe” position.
3. Lift the bolt handle and pull the bolt all the way to the rear. (See Picture 10)
Picture 9Picture 8
“FIRE” Position“SAFE” Position
Picture 10
4. Place a cartridge in the receiver just forward of the bolt. Press the cartridge
downward with your thumb until it snaps into the magazine. (See Picture 11)