Winchester Repeating Arms 94 Top Tang Safety (Historic Manual) - Manual (Page 16)

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When the hammer is in the cocked position, the hammer
stop/safety should be in the “on” position (with the “S”
showing) unless firing is imminent.
A SSEMBLY / DISASSEMBLY
Your Model 94 comes fully assembled in the box (except
for the installation of the scope and mounts included
with some special models). No assembly to the rifle itself
is required. No disassembly is required for normal
maintenance.
If your Model 94 requires disassembly for any reason
(such as requiring extra cleaning after being dropped in
water) it should be performed by a competent gunsmith,
by one of our Authorized Repair Centers, or by our
service facility.
I NSTALLING A S COPE
These instructions apply to Model 94s that have been
drilled and tapped at the factory.
Be sure to follow the
instructions provided with your mounts and scope
provided by their manufacturer(s).
Be sure to adjust the scope forward or backward to
achieve the proper eye relief (eye relief is the distance
your eye must be from the rear lens of the scope to bring
the entire field of view into focus).
Proper eye relief is
extremely important with heavier calibers. To prevent
injury resulting from the rim of a scope hitting your
forehead, follow all instructions concerning eye relief
provided with your scope.
Important: If you are using a scope, you may consider
using a hammer extension. Refer to the instructions on
mounting a hammer extension later in this manual.
G ENERAL O PERATION
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
Prior to using live ammunition, it is essential that you
familiarize yourself thoroughly with these operating
instructions. Get accustomed to the feel of your new gun.
• Know the forces required to operate the action.
• Know what forces are required to pull the trigger.
• ABOVE ALL, KNOW HOW TO PLACE THE
HAMMER INTO THE SAFETY (REBOUND)
POSITION AND THE MANUAL HAMMER
STOP/SAFETY INTO THE “ON” POSITION.
Throughout this manual the “action” refers to the
mechanism of a firearm which loads and secures the
cartridge in the chamber. If the action resists closing, do
not force it. Small pieces of grit or other obstructions can
make it difficult to close the action. Make sure all surfaces
are clean if any unusual resistance is felt. However,
remember that this is a finely fitted action purposely
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