Vortex Optics RAZOR HD 5-20X50 RIFLESCOPE — First Focal Plane User Manual
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Maintenance
The Vortex Razor riflescope requires very little 
routine maintenance other than periodically cleaning 
the exterior lenses. The exterior of the scope may be 
cleaned by wiping with a soft, dry cloth.
Cleaning
• Be sure to blow away any dust or grit on the lenses 
prior to wiping the surfaces. 
• Using your breath, or a very small amount of water or 
pure alcohol, can help remove stubborn things like dried 
water spots.
All components of the Vortex Razor HD are permanently 
lubricated, so no additional lubricant should be applied. If 
possible, avoid exposing your Vortex riflescope to direct 
sunlight or any very hot location for long periods of time.
Lubrication
Troubleshooting
Please check the following items prior to returning a 
riflescope for service.
When cleaning the lenses, be sure to use products that are 
specifically designed for use on coated optical lenses.
Many times, problems thought to be with the scope are 
actually mount problems. Verify use of correct base and 
rings for the rifle and that these are correctly oriented and 
tightened. The scope should not twist or move in the rings.
Insufficient windage or elevation adjustment range can indicate 
an incorrect base, alignment problems with mount holes 
drilled in base or rifle’s receiver, or alignment problems with 
barrel and receiver. 
If the rifle is failing to group well, there are several things to 
easily check:
• Be sure the rifle’s action is bedded correctly, and all 
mounting screws are properly tightened. 
• The rifle’s barrel and action should be clean and free 
of excessive oil or copper fouling. 
• Also, some rifle/ammunition combinations simply 
don’t work well together—try shooting different 
ammunition and see if accuracy improves.
• Over torquing rings.
Note: Other than to remove the turret caps, do not attempt to 
disassemble any components of the riflescope. Disassembling 
of riflescope may void warranty.