Winchester Repeating Arms X Rifle - Manual (Page 4)

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN
A SAFE DIRECTION. USE THE CORRECT AMMUNITION
REFERENCED BY THE INSCRIPTION ON THE BARREL.
BEFORE LOADING YOUR GUN BE SURE ALL GREASE
AND OIL HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM THE BARREL
AND CHAMBER, AND THERE ARE NO OBSTRUCTIONS.
G ENERAL O PERATION
This is a gas-operated, autoloading repeating rifle. With
cartridges in the magazine and the chamber, and the
safety in the “off safe” position, the rifle will fire a single
cartridge with each successive pull of the trigger until the
magazine and chamber are empty. With a magazine in
place, when the last cartridge has been fired, the bolt will
be held in its rearward, or open position. This facilitates
speedy and convenient reloading (“Loading,” on page 9).
Prior to using live ammunition, familiarize yourself
thoroughly with these operating instructions. Get
accustomed to the feel of your new gun and know the
forces required to operate the action. Learn how to pull
the trigger and, above all, know the location and operation
of the safety. Procedures for disassembly and operation of
various components are outlined in the sections in this
owner’s manual. Please read and study them thoroughly.
T ERMINOLOGY AND D ESCRIPTIONS
Descriptions in this owner’s manual generally refer to the
firearm in the horizontal position. That is, in the normal
firing position. For example, the muzzle is forward or front;
the buttstock is rearward or rear; the trigger is downward
or underneath; the sights are upward or on top. For general
parts terminology, refer to Figure 1. Figure 2 covers the
general features and benefits of the rifle’s design.
2 3
7. Before firing, clean any grease or oil out of the chamber
and the barrel with a cleaning rod and patch. Grease
or heavy accumulation of oil can cause excessive
pressures and result in serious personal injury.
8. Keep the barrel, chamber and action free of rust.
Rust in the barrel and chamber can cause excessive
pressures resulting in serious injury. A rusted, pitted
or eroded barrel should be replaced.
9. Use hearing protection to prevent ear damage
from repeated exposure to gunfire.
10. Always use proper shooting glasses to prevent
eye injury from flying particles.
11. Never carry a loaded firearm in a motor vehicle or
into a dwelling. Always carefully unload the firearm
before entering a motor vehicle, a dwelling or an area
such as a camp. Always point firearms in a safe
direction while loading or unloading to prevent
serious injury in case of an accidental discharge. Never
load your firearm in a house or in a vehicle.
12. Never shoot at a hard, flat surface or at the surface of
water, to avoid a ricochet and possible serious personal
injury to yourself or a bystander.
13. Store firearms in a clean, dry place out of reach of
children and separated from stored ammunition.
14. Never alter any parts of your firearm. Any alterations
or adjustments that may become necessary to the
operating mechanism should be performed by a
qualified gunsmith.
15. Hunting from elevated surfaces, such as tree stands, is
dangerous. Doing so may increase the risk of handling
any firearm. Always make certain that the stand being
used is safe, sturdy and stable. Always make certain
your firearm is unloaded when it is being taken up and
down from the stand. Always make certain that your
firearm is not dropped from the stand or dropped while
it is being taken up or down from the stand.
16. Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning
firearms or handling ammunition may result in exposure
to lead and other substances known to cause birth
defects, reproductive harm and other serious physical
injury. Insure adequate ventilation at all times. Wash
hands thoroughly after every exposure.
G ENERAL D ESCRIPTION
The Super X ™ Rifle is an autoloader with styling and
features that place it above the competition. The reliable
gas-operated action reduces recoil for ultra-fast follow-up
shots. The heavy-duty multiple lug bolt provides tight lock-
up for a level of accuracy uncommon to autoloading rifles.
Refer to Figure 1 for general part descriptions regarding
your new rifle. You must become familiar with all part
names listed before proceeding with the rest of the
instructions in this owner’s manual.
FIGURE 1
Safety
Receiver Bolt Ejection Port
Magazine
Operating Handle
Trigger
Forearm
Muzzle Barrel
Magazine
Release
Recoil Pad
Trigger Guard Buttstock
(Continued on page 6.)