Heckler&Koch HK45 COMPACT TACTICAL - Manual (Page 26)

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HK LOCK-OUT DEVICE
HK45 and HK45 Compact pistols are equipped with a patented HK Lock-Out™
device unless otherwise specified by the agency or contract. This component
replaces the grip panel in the frame and when engaged locks the handgun’s
action by blocking any movement of the trigger, the hammer, and the slide. The
handgun is locked and can not fire until unlocked. The Lock-Out control plate is
accessible through the pistol’s magazine well (see Figure 35).
Figure 35
Turning the key clockwise 1/4 turn locks the action, turning it counter-
clockwise unlocks the action
Clear the pistol and dry fire it prior to activating the Lock-Out device. Use the
two pronged key supplied with the pistol to lock or unlock the pistol as desired.
When the holes on the Lock-Out Device are horizon-tally positioned the pistol is
locked and can not be fired (see Figure 36).
Figure 36
Locked position
When the holes on the Lock-Out Device are vertically positioned the pistol is
unlocked and can be fired (see Figure 37).
Figure 37
Unlocked/fire position
HK45 & HK45 Compact
WARNING: The HK Lock-Out Device is not a substitute for safe gun
handling practices. Never point the muzzle of the pistol in an unsafe
direction (at yourself or others). When the Lock-Out Device is placed in the
locked position the slide is locked in the closed position and can not be
moved! Forcing the slide rearward while the gun is in this locked position
will damage the pistol.
For more information contact HK Customer Service at 706) 568-1906.
Accessories
Sets of integral MIL STD 1913 (Picatinny) rails are molded into the polymer
frame dust cover of the HK45 and HK45C for mounting lights, laser aimers,
and other accessories, allowing a wide variety of lights, laser aimers, and
accessories to be added by simply sliding them onto the open rail system.
Figure 38
Mounting accessory light on HK45 Picatinny rail
Follow the instructions of the manufacturer for installing, operating, and
removing accessories from the mounting rails. Always ensure the HK45 is
“clear” and unloaded before installing or removing accessories. Slide the
accessory onto the rails until it locks into the locking slot located on the bottom
of frame.
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