Mossberg International 81 Bolt Action - Manual (Page 13)

FUNCTION TESTING
AFTER PERFORMING ANY WORK ON YOUR FIREARM SUCH AS
CLEANING, DISASSEMBLY OR INSTALLATION OF AN ACCESSORY:
a. Move the safety button fully to the right to the “ON” (SAFE) position
and keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
b. Remove magazine, open the action, and visually and physically check
the chamber and inside the receiver, to be certain the firearm is
unloaded.
Open and close the bolt several times to check for free movement of the action
assembly, making sure the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction.
Close the bolt and leave the safety button in the “ON” (SAFE) position. Pull the trigger fully
rearward. The firing pin should not release.
Remove your finger from the trigger. Move the safety button fully left to the “OFF” (FIRE)
position. The firing pin should not release.
For firing pin cocked and released positions see Fig.4a.
Leave the safety button in the “OFF” (FIRE) position. Make certain the firearm is pointed
in a safe direction. Pull the trigger rearward. The firing pin should release.
When you have completed the function testing , open the action and move the safety
button fully to the right to the “ON” (SAFE) position.
IF YOUR FIREARM DOES NOT PERFORM AS DESCRIBED IN ANY OF THE
PREVIOUS STEPS, CONTACT THE FACTORY AUTHORIZED PRODUCT
SERVICE CENTER IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE
FIREARM.
Firearms are complicated mechanisms. Any modification, alterations, or improper fitting
of parts may result in a dangerous malfunction, damage to the firearm and injury to the
shooter and other persons. The firearm’s owner must accept full responsibility for the
correct reassembly and functioning of the firearm after any disassembly or replacement
of parts.
PRECAUTIONS AND CARE WITH YOUR RIFLE
When you store your rifle, make sure that the magazine and the chamber are empty. Keep
the bolt open. We strongly urge you to use the lock shipped with this firearm.
Handling leaves moisture prints that can cause metal parts to rust. Abrupt changes in
temperature cause condensation and moisture. Wipe the barrel and other metal parts
with light oil after handling. The trigger guard will not rust as it is made of aluminum
die castings. However, the painted surface must be well cared for in order to avoid
scratches.
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