Traditions Vortek Ultralight - Manual (Page 12)

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V. MAKE SURE ThAT ThE MUzzLELOAdER
IS UNLOAdEd BEFORE PROcEEdING.
To check if the muzzleloader is unloaded, remove the ramrod,
unscrew the jag and re-attach at the opposite end of the jag. Place
the ramrod down the barrel. The ramrod should sit 3/4” below the
muzzle. You should also be able to hear a metallic sound of the jag
hitting the face of the breech plug. If your ramrod extends beyond
the muzzle or you do not hear a metallic sound you will need to
disassemble the muzzleloader and remove the obstruction before
proceeding. Refer to the Section VII & VIII.
BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MUZZLELOADER,
CLEAN & LUBRICATE IT!
These are brief instructions on what to do before you use your
muzzleloader for the first time. Please review the Disassembly
instructions inside for the complete set of instructions. When you
first remove the new muzzleloader from the box there will be some
manufacturing oils and grease for shipping purposes. These residues
need to be removed so that the muzzleloader will function properly.
warning:
Make sure the firearm is unloaded with the safety in the “on” position.
Refer to Section VI for safety operation.
1. Remove ramrod from the thimbles.
2. With action closed, unscrew the forend
and remove.
3. Remove the barrel from the receiver
by pushing the action release button
in. When the barrel starts to open lift
the barrel out of the receiver. unscrew
and remove breech plug by using the
breech plug wrench supplied with
the muzzleloader and clean all items
with hot, soapy water or muzzleloader
bore solvent. This will remove any
manufacturing residue that may be on
the inside or outside of the barrel.
4. Dry all of the parts completely.
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IV. LIMITEd LIFETIME MEchANIcAL WARRANTY
Traditions will warrant this muzzleloading firearm (or parts in a kit to
be built) to be free of mechanical defects in materials or craftmanship for the
life of the firearm, while in the possession of the original owner except
wooden stocks. Traditions will repair or replace, at its own option, product or
parts which are returned at owner’s expense to the Traditions Customer Service
Department. A full explanation of the specific problem must accompany the
returned item. Call 860-388-4656 to obtain a factory issued Return Merchandise
Authorization number.
Firearms packaged and shipped improperly
are not covered under warranty if damage occurs.
This warranty shall remain in force unless any of the following are determined by
the Traditions Customer Service Department:
1. use of any propellant other than black powder, Pyrodex ® or Triple 7 ® .
2. use of any powder charge in excess of those recommended in this booklet.
3. use of any plastic patching material with round balls.
4. Modification of internal parts as they were shipped from the factory.
5. A lack of proper maintenance and thorough cleaning is evident such as rust.
6. Customer abuse.
Shipping Address:
Traditions Performance Firearms
1375 Boston Post Rd. • P.O. Box 776
Old Saybrook, CT 06475-0776
Tel. 860-388-4656
Fax. 860-388-4657
Website: www.traditionsfirearms.com
e-mail: [email protected]
If you are unsure how to package your firearm for return, ask your service
representative when obtaining your RMA#
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