Kimber Model 8400 - Manual (Page 9)

Service Information
A. Safety
The safety lever is a traditional 3 position version of the Model 70 type, it allows
unloading from the safe position (see Fig. A2). When the safety is in the full
rearward position the bolt is locked and a cartridge cannot be removed (see
Fig. A3).
The safety lever is located at the right rear of the bolt. There are 3 positions
of the safety lever. Position 1 – the safety lever is fully forward. The rifle will
fire upon depressing the trigger! Position 2 – The safety lever is at half
forward position. The rifles safety is engaged, and the bolt is free to be
opened to unload or view the chamber. Position 3 – The safety lever is pulled
completely to the rear, the safety is on and the bolt is locked in position.
1. To engage the safety, pull the serrated lever fully to the rear (as pictured
in Fig. A3).
2. When you are prepared to fire, push the serrated lever fully to the forward
position (see photo A1). Note: The safety mechanism is fitted into position
before the rifle leaves the factory. You should see a red dot on the back of
the safety.
3. To unload the rifle or view the chamber of the rifle, you must first engage
the safety to the rear. Then, push the serrated lever forward to the half
way position (see Fig. A2). You may now safely open the bolt to inspect
or unload the rifle (see section: UNLOADING THE RIFLE).
CAUTION: The rifle should never
be carried with the safety lever in
Position 2. The lever may be
manipulated forward to the fire
position without the user knowing it.
POSITION 2 is only for Chamber
inspection and unloading of the
weapon.
WARNING: When the safety lever is in the forward position the rifle will fire.
Do not touch the trigger while moving the safety. Never pull the trigger when
the safety is in the “Safe” position. Even when the rifles safety is in the “safe”
position, always adhere to Safety procedures on pages 5 - 8.
No safety or mechanical device is a substitute
for careless handling of firearms. Even with the
safety on, never point the muzzle at anything
you do not intend to shoot.
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Safety-on (Safe)
Bolt locked
Position 3
A3
Safety-on (Safe)
Bolt Release
Position 2
A2
Safety-OFF (FIRE)
Position 1
A1