Anschutz 64 R - Manual (Page 4)

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Warning:
This rifle can be dangerous if it is not used
correctly or if this instruction leaflet is not
observed. The privilege of ownership and
safe use of your rifle carries a personal
responsibility that no one should take
lightly. Rifle accidents would not occur if
the following rules of shooting safety were
observed.
The Ten Commandments of Firearms
Safety
•Learn the mechanical and handling
characteristics of the firearm you are using.
•Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe
direction.
•Firearms should be unloaded when not
in use.
•Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions
before using.
•Be sure of your target before you shoot.
•Wear shooting glasses and ear protection
when you shoot.
•Never climb a tree or fence with a loaded
firearm.
•Don’t shoot at a hard surface or at water.
•Never transport a loaded firearm.
•Avoid alcoholic beverages or drugs
when shooting or handling a gun.
Please note:
There is no substitute for personal
responsibility and common sense in the
handling, use and storage of firearms.
Securely store your unloaded guns away
from access by children or unauthorized
adults.
General handling of rifles
1. Treat every rifle as though it was loa-
ded. Do not take anyone’s word or
automatically assume it is not loaded.
Check your rifle personally each time you
handle it. The safe and courteous way to
carry a rifle when you are with others is to
leave the bolt open so that they can easily
see that the rifle cannot be fired. Make sure
that the rifle is not loaded when you stop
shooting. Make sure your rifle is unloaded
before every transport. Never pick up your
rifle with your finger on the trigger or the
trigger guard.
2. Whenever you pick up your rifle, point
the muzzle at the ground. Always point the
muzzle of the barrel in a safe direction.
Never pull a rifle towards you by the
muzzle.
3. Only use your rifle in approved shooting
ranges. Shoot your rifle only under good
visibility and daylight conditions. If you use
your rifle in an indoors range, make sure it
is adequately ventilated. Make sure that
there is a safe bullet trap which can be seen
from all sides and that there is no one in
the vicinity of your target. Be absolutely
sure of a safe backstop and target. Never
fire at a hard, smooth surface or water.