SIG SAUER 1911 .22LR - Manual (Page 23)

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4.3 Loading the pistol (ready to fire)
1. Point the pistol in a safe direction.
2. Insert a full magazine and ensure it is engaged.
3. Pull the slide back fully and release, allowing the slide to fly forward.
4. The pistol is cocked and ready for firing with Single-Action-trigger.
WARNING – LOADED PISTOL
THE PISTOL IS NOW LOADED AND READY TO FIRE.
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Never load or reload the gun in a vehicle, a room or another small area
(except a shooting range).
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Before loading always wipe off excess grease and oil and check to see if
there are any foreign objects/material in the barrel.
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Always keep the muzzle of the gun pointed in a safe direction.
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Do not put your finger on the trigger. Keep your finger outside the trigger
guard.
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Load the gun by inserting the magazine directly before firing.
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Never pull the hammer back by hand but with the slide to cock it and to
avoid an accidentally discharge.
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Never rely on safety mechanisms alone. Safety mechanisms are not a
substitute for careful, correct and secure handling of the gun.
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Never let a loaded gun out of your hand.
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