Winchester Repeating Arms 94 Top Tang Safety (Historic Manual) - Manual (Page 26)

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bore diameter of your rifle. Make sure the patch is large
enough for a snug fit in the bore.
Insert the rod and patch into the barrel at the muzzle end
and run it back and forth several times. Use a crown
protector if possible. Be careful not to strike the crown of
the muzzle with the handle end of the rod. Damage to this
area can affect the accuracy of the rifle.
2. Inspect the chamber and bore for brass, copper and
powder fouling. A normal amount of powder residue can
be expected and is not serious. It can usually be removed
by repeating step one, using a patch saturated with
solvent. If or when fouling should become heavy, it can
be removed with a brass bore brush. Dip or spray the
brush with solvent and scrub the chamber and bore until
the fouling is removed. To prevent brass bristles from
breaking off, the brush should be pushed completely
through the bore before being withdrawn. If cast lead
bullets are used a lead solvent may be used as well to
fully clean the bore. Follow the instructions on all
solvents and cleaners.
3. After fouling has been removed the bore should be
wiped dry. Then pass a slightly oiled patch through the
bore, for preservation. A fine, light gun oil is recommended.
4. Wipe all exposed metal surfaces of the receiver, forearm
and barrel with a clean rag. Finger marks should be
removed because they provide a place where moisture can
accumulate. Any dried oil in the receiver area should also
be removed.
5. Lightly oil your gun at the points described under
“Oiling the Action” explained earlier in this manual. All
metal surfaces of the gun should receive a light film of oil
any time the rifle has been exposed to weather or
handling. Remember, the polished, finely fitted surfaces of
the receiver and action mechanisms must always have a
thin film of oil. Make sure that the surfaces of the breech
block, lever components and feed mechanism parts are
especially clean and lightly oiled with a high quality gun
oil. Do not use pure silicone or lanolin.
6. INSPECT THE BARREL AND CHAMBER TO
MAKE CERTAIN THAT NO PATCHES HAVE
BEEN INADVERTENTLY LEFT IN THEM.
REMOVE ANY THAT REMAIN.
7. Wipe all wood surfaces.
8. When transporting only, store your Model 94 in a
quality protective case to prevent scratches and dents.
Store in a dry place to prevent corrosion. Store away from
children.
MAKE SURE YOUR GUN IS UNLOADED
AND ALWAYS STORE AMMUNITION
SEPARATELY.
O THER C LEANING S UGGESTIONS :
• Never pour large quantities of oil into the receiver
or other parts. It can drain down to the wood and soften
it — and cause permanent damage and loosening of
the stock.
• After extended periods of heavy use, your gun should
be taken to one of our Authorized Repair Centers or a
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