Traditions Vortek StrikerFire - Manual (Page 44)

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IMPORTANT: Perform a function test as described earlier in this
manual to confirm your rifle is fully operational and reassembly was
correctly completed.
NOTE: Store your rifle in a cool, dry, secured area. Storage in a gun
case should be avoided as it may hasten condensation and corrosion.
During long periods of storage, periodically check for signs of pitting or
rusting on the surface and in the barrel bore.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON BREECH PLUGS
The standard breech plug on the Vortek Strikerfire™ is the Accelerator
Breech Plug™ which is equipped to use a standard 209 shotgun
primer for the ignition. The 209 primer area is built directly into the
Accelerator Breech Plug™. The Vortek Strikerfire™ Northwest
Magnum comes equipped with a two-piece breech plug that is
designed to use a musket cap. Regardless of which breech plug your
rifle has you should remove the breech plug and clean the threads of
both the breech plug and inside of the barrel. You must lubricate the
thread of the breech plug with Traditions™ breech plug grease before
you install it back into the barrel. This will help prevent the breech plug
from getting stuck inside the barrel after shooting.
Note: Breech plugs and nipples will wear out over time and should be
replaced periodically. We recommend that you purchase at least one
extra breech plug or nipple for emergencies in the field or at the range.
We recommend that you replace your breech plug after every year and
nipples after every hunting season.
Removal of the Breech Plug:
For standard models with the Accelerator Breech Plug™:
1. Using your fingers rotate the breech plug counter clockwise to
remove from the barrel. The Accelerator Breech Plug™ removes in
just 3 full rotations from the barrel.
2. Inspect the o-ring to be sure it is not worn or damaged. If so remove
and replace with a new one.
For Northwest Magnum model rifle with two-piece breech plug:
Removal of the Nipple:
1. Make sure that the musket nipple is not capped or primed.
2. Push the barrel catch lever to open the action and expose the nipple
and breech plug.
3. Insert the smaller end of the breech plug wrench over the musket
nipple and make sure it is seated fully.
4. Insert the handle into the hole at the rear of the breech plug wrench
and unscrew the musket nipple counter clockwise.