Traditions Evolution Thunderbolt Tracker - Manual (Page 14)

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14. Always be mindful of where the safety lever is set and routinely
verify its setting. Never solely rely on any rifle’s safety. It is prudent
to always treat every gun as if it were loaded and ready to fire. A
firearm’s safety is a mechanical device which can fail.
15. Always disable your muzzleloader by carefully removing the
percussion cap or primer and unloading the barrel when immediate
shooting is not planned.
16. Never install a percussion cap or primer on the nipple before the
gun is loaded. When loaded, a bump or unintentional pressure could
result in the discharge of the firearm resulting in a serious accident.
17. Never leave a loaded firearm unattended.
18. Never climb, jump or move abruptly while carrying any
loaded firearm.
19. Never transport a loaded firearm nor shoot one from within a
vehicle.
20. Always store the powder, gun and percussion caps or primers
in separate locked places. Always keep all firearms and ammunition
components secured and separate away from children. Never store a
loaded gun.
21. In the event of a misfire, assume the gun could fire at any
moment. Keep gun pointed down range with the bolt closed. Wait at
least one minute before recapping, repriming, or removing the load
from the barrel.
22. Never load a muzzleloading firearm indoors. Only load your
firearm in a location where it is safe to shoot.
23. Be certain that anyone firing this muzzleloader understands and
is willing to follow the instructions and precautions in this manual
and the fundamentals of safe firearm handling.
24. Always make certain that the safety is fully set in the most
rearward “Safe” (S) position when installing percussion caps or
primers.
25. Never shoot at a hard, flat surface or the surface of water.
26. Make sure you have a safe and secure backstop of proper
thickness and density necessary to capture the projectiles.
Take time now to acquaint yourself with your new Traditions
Muzzleloader. If you have any questions regarding your muzzleloader
after reviewing this information, please contact theTraditions Customer
Service Department for assistance.
1-860-388-4656.