Traditions Turkey Pro Shotgun - Manual (Page 17)

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4. Pyrodex® & Triple 7 is intended to be used on a volume-to-volume
basis. It burns cleaner and produces less fouling build up than black
powder.
PROPELLANT RECOMMENDATIONS
• 12 gauge shotguns:
2f/ffg (course granulation) black powder, Pyrodex RS, Pyrodex Select,
or Triple 7 is recommended for use in Traditions muzzleloading
shotguns. Pyrodex or Triple 7 pellets are not recommended.
• Revolvers, pistols and .38 caliber (and under) rifles:
3f/fffg (standard granulation) black powder, Pyrodex P, .44/.45
Pellets or Triple 7 3F. Not recommended for Traditions muzzleloading
shotguns.
• Store all propellants according to the manufacturer's instructions
listed on each container. Local fire regulations should also be followed.
CAUTION: Never smoke while loading, shooting or handling
propellants.Always follow the manufacturer's safety
precautions as listed on the propellant container.
PREPARING TO LOAD THE PROPELLANT:
1. Wear eye and ear protection.
2. Check to make sure nipple is securely tightened into breech plug. If
necessary, tighten with correct size nipple wrench.
3. Make certain the gun is unloaded.
a. Move the safety into the "on" or "safe" position.
b. Insert the ramrod into the barrel, when it is touching the top of the
breech plug it should be approximately flush with the barrel. Use a
knife or scoring tool to mark the spot on the ramrod where the end
of barrel and rod meet. This will be your “unloaded” reference
mark.
Note: The ramrod could be slightly higher or lower. You should
hear a metallic sound as the brass loading or cleaning jag makes
contact with the breech plug.
Note: The muzzleloading shotgun uses a synthetic loading tip
and so you may not hear the metallic sound when placing the rod
down the barrel.