User manual REMINGTON 700

[. . . ] Owner's Manual Instruction Book for: Models 700, Seven & 710 Bolt Action Centerfire Rifles Centerfire Rifles Manual page 2 . . . . . . . . the ten commandments of firearm safety IMPORTANT! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS BOOK BEFORE USING THE FIREARM. page 7 . . . . . . . . important parts of the firearm page 9 . . . . . . . . how to load and unload page 12 . . . . . . lubrication and maintenance page 15 . . . . . . how to obtain parts and service 1 A Tradition of Performance and Safety. In 1816 Eliphalet Remington was confident he could make a flintlock that was as good or better than any he could buy. The barrel he handcrafted set a new standard for firearm accuracy and spawned generations of products that have made Remington® Arms America's leading gunmaker. While performance and style are certainly hallmarks of Remington firearms, one factor ultimately drives their performance. Eliphalet Remington never lost sight of the fact that his rifles were potentially lethal and could kill someone if handled improperly. [. . . ] Put the safety mechanism in the `S' position. Rotate the bolt stop counter-clockwise to the vertical position (Model 710 only). See Picture 8. 8 PICTURE 8 BOLT STOP (DOWN) PICTURE 9 4. Align the lugs on the bolt assembly with the receiver. Slide the bolt assembly into the receiver and push all the way in. Rotate the bolt stop clockwise until it snaps into place (horizontal) (Model 710TM only). To place the bolt assembly in closed position, push the bolt handle down. NOTE: The security system must be disengaged to close the bolt. Put the safety mechanism in the `S' position. Do not touch the trigger while moving the safety mechanism. Rotate bolt stop counter-clockwise to vertical position (Model 710 only). Push bolt stop release in trigger guard. See Picture 10 (Model SevenTM/Model 700TM only). Slide the bolt assembly from the firearm. PICTURE 10 LUGS BOLT STOP RELEASE The Trigger Assembly The trigger is adjusted at the factory. All adjustments to the trigger assembly and firing mechanism must be made by the factory or a REMINGTON® RECOMMENDED GUNSMITH. NEVER remove the trigger mechanism or make adjustments to the trigger or trigger assembly. NEVER put your finger on the trigger unless you are going to fire the firearm. The Barrel The inside of the barrel must be clean and free of obstructions. Put the safety mechanism in the `S' position. Remove any ammunition from the chamber or magazine. Look through the inside of the barrel from the chamber end to the muzzle. TO REMOVE OBJECT FROM INSIDE THE BARREL: 1. Push cleaning rod from the chamber end all the way through the barrel, until the rod comes out of the muzzle. [. . . ] · Remove all accessories from the firearm to prevent loss or damage. · Enclose a letter with the firearm detailing the model name or number of your firearm and serial number along with a full description of the problem. Be sure to include your full name and address (P. O. Box and Street Address), including zip code, daytime telephone number and e-mail address. [. . . ]