Traditions Turkey Pro Shotgun - Manual (Page 23)

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If the primer fires but the main charge does not:
1. Using a cleaning pick, verify that the hole in the nipple is clear of any
obstruction.
2. Tap the butt pad of the muzzleloader with your hand to direct powder
into the ignition channel. Recap, verify your target, and fire again.
3. Verify that propellant was loaded under your ball or bullet by running
the ramrod down the muzzle and observing the measure marks on
your ramrod. Use extreme caution to always keep the muzzle pointed
in a safe direction.
4. Check for any mechanical defects to the nipple, breech plug, bolt and
striker assembly or trigger.
If, after several attempts, your gun has repeatedly failed to fire, you
will need to unload the muzzleloader. At this point a beginning shooter
should seek assistance from an experienced shooter. Never leave an
unfired charge in the barrel.
REMOVING THE SHOT AND THE CHARGE:
1. Open the bolt and carefully remove the primer from the nipple.
2. Remove the bolt from the receiver.
3. Using the Breech Plug/Nipple Wrench, supplied with the
muzzleloader, remove the nipple and breech plug assembly from the
rear of the barrel.
4. Insert a ramrod into the muzzle and push the load out of the rear of the
barrel. Take care not to get water or powder into the trigger
mechanism.
5. Clean and wipe all surfaces of loose material.
6. Remember, when the powder dries, it will again be volatile. Dispose of
properly.
NOTE: It is also possible to drive the shot charge out the
muzzle. However, an extra long bench rod or a standard
ramrod with an extension will be needed to accommodate the
added length of the receiver.
SCOPE MOUNTING:
All Traditions In-Line muzzleloaders are drilled & tapped for
mounting a scope. To sight in your scope, please follow the scope
manufacturer's directions.