Winchester Repeating Arms X Pump (SXP) - Manual (Page 4)

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While it is a good idea to “test” your firearm’s
mechanical “safety” periodically for proper function,
never test the “safety” while your firearm is loaded or
pointed in an unsafe direction.
3 whenever you handle any FirearM, or hand it
to soMeone, always oPen the aCtion
iMMediately and visually CheCK the FirearM’s
ChaMber to MaKe Certain that the FirearM is
CoMPletely unloaded.
Make certain the firearm does not inadvertently
contain any ammunition. Remember, merely
removing the magazine does not mean the chamber
is unloaded. Always keep the chamber empty and
the “safety” in the on safe position unless shooting
is imminent.
4 always wear ear and eye ProteCtion
when shooting.
Unprotected, repeated exposure to gunfire can cause
hearing damage. Wear hearing protection (shooting
ear plugs or muffs) to guard against such damage.
Wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes from flying
particles. Allow proper distance (eye relief) between
a scope and your eye when firing a scoped pistol,
rifle or shotgun. Do not use unorthodox shooting
methods that could cause the rearward travel of the
slide or bolt of a firearm to contact your eyes, face or
hands. Always keep a safe distance between the
muzzle of your firearm and any persons nearby, as
muzzle blast, debris and ejecting shells could inflict
serious injury.
Always wear eye protection when disassembling and
cleaning any firearm to prevent the possibility of
springs, spring-tensioned parts, solvents or other
agents from contacting your eyes.
5 KeeP all FirearMs unloaded during
transPort, even when stored in a holster,
gun Case, sCabbard or other Container.
6 droPPing or jarring a loaded FirearM Can
Cause aCCidental disCharge.
This can occur even with the “safety” in the on safe
position. Be extremely careful while hunting or during
any shooting activity to avoid dropping any firearm.
7 hunting FroM elevated surFaCes suCh as
treestands is dangerous.
Doing so may increase the risk of mishandling a
firearm. The following rules should always be observed
by you and those you hunt with. Always make certain
that the stand being used is safe and stable. Always
make certain that 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. Remember, a loaded firearm may
discharge when dropped, even with the “safety” in the
on safe position.