Crosman GF357 - Manual

Model GF357
Airsoft Revolver
OWNER’S MANUAL
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS AIRGUN
Crosman Corporation
7629 Routes 5 & 20
Bloomfield, NY 14469
United States of America
www.crosman.com
1-800-724-7486
Made in Taiwan. GF357-515
This is not a toy. Adult supervision is required. Misuse may cause serious injury, particu-
larly to the eye. Eye protection must be worn by the user and any person in range. May be dangerous up to
100 yds. Read the owner’s manual before using.
Do not brandish or display this airsoft gun in public – it may confuse people and may be a
crime. Police and others may think it is a firearm. Do not change the coloration and markings to make it look
more like a firearm. That is dangerous and may be a crime.
This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer and
birth defects (and other reproductive harms).
YOU AND OTHERS WITH YOU SHOULD ALWAYS WEAR SHOOTING GLASSES TO PROTECT YOUR EYES.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
THIS AIRSOFT GUN IS INTENDED FOR USE BY THOSE 16 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER.
BUYER AND USER HAVE THE DUTY TO OBEYALL LAWS ABOUT THE USE AND
OWNERSHIP OF THIS AIRSOFT GUN
Please read this owner’s manual completely. Remember to treat this airsoft gun with the same respect you would a
firearm. Always carefully follow the safety instructions found in this owner’s manual and keep this manual in a safe
place for future use.
If you have any questions regarding your new airsoft gun, please contact Crosman Customer Service at:
1-800-724-7486, 585-657-6161 or www.crosman.com.
1. Learning the Parts of Your New Airsoft Gun
Learning the names of the parts of your new airsoft gun will help you to understand your owner’s manual. Use this
manual to increase your enjoyment of this airsoft gun.
A. Rear sight
B. Barrel
C. Front sight
D. Muzzle
E. Swing out cylinder
F. Trigger
G. Trigger guard
H. Grip
I. Cylinder release button
and Safety (Fig. 2)
J. Ejector rod
K. Hammer
L. Speedloader
2. Operating the Safety
A. To Put the Airsoft Gun “ON SAFE:”
• Locate the Cylinder Release Button and Safety on the
left side of the airsoft gun.
IMPORTANT the airsoft gun can only be put on Safe
when the Hammer is NOT cocked.
• First ensure the gun is pointing in a safe direction and
the Hammer is NOT cocked, then slide the Cylinder
Release Button and Safety toward the “S” or rear of
the gun. (Fig. 2).
• The safety is not “ON SAFE” unless it is pushed all the
way to the rear.
Like all mechanical devices, an airsoft gun safety can fail.
Even when the safety is “ON SAFE”, you should continue
to handle the airsoft gun safely.
NEVER point the airsoft gun at any person. NEVER point the airsoft gun at anything you do not intend to shoot.
B. To Take the Airsoft gun “OFF SAFE”:
• Push the Cylinder Release Button and Safety forward and toward the “F” for “OFF SAFE”.
• When the airgun is “OFF SAFE” it can be fired.
3. Loading and Unloading Pellets
A. Loading the Airgun
• The cylinder is the round metal portion of the airsoft gun with holes in it (cham-
bers) which holds the cartridges in a circular pattern. This airsoft gun Cylinder
holds six cartridges.
• While pointing the airsoft gun in a safe direction, press down on the Cylinder
Release Button and swing open the Cylinder.
• Remove the Cartridges using the Ejector Rod. Place a 6mm BB into the open tip
of the Cartridge. Ensure the BB fits snuggly into the top of the Cartridge.
• Place the loaded Cartridge, into the Cylinder Chamber (opening). The BB (or
smallest) end of the Cartridge goes in first. (Fig.3)
• Swing the Cylinder back into the airsoft gun frame until it snaps into place (Fig 3).
IMPORTANT: To avoid jams, ensure the airsoft BB is level or slightly below the rim of
the Cartridge opening.
CAUTION: Use .6mm BBs ONLY. NEVER REUSE BBs. USE OF ANY OTHER AMMUNITION CAN CAUSE INJURY
TO YOU OR DAMAGE TO THE AIRSOFT GUN.
B. Unloading the Airgun
• Make sure the airsoft gun is pointed in a SAFE DIRECTION.
• Press down on the Cylinder Release Button and Swing open the Cylinder.
• Remove the Cartridges using the Ejector Rod. The Cartridges will easily drop into your open palm or container.
IMPORTANT: Never use sharp metal tools to remove Cartridges.
• Check to make sure the barrel is completely unloaded by pointing the muzzle toward an object with a light
background and looking through the breech. If there is a BB in the barrel, push the BB out of the muzzle end of
the barrel using a ramrod of the proper size (not included).
• Close the airsoft pivoting the Cylinder back into the airsoft gun frame until it snaps into place (Fig 3).
4. Installing and Removing the CO
2
Cartridge
A. Installing a New CO
2
Cartridge
CO
2
cartridges may explode at temperatures above 120°F (48.9°C). Do not mutilate or
incinerate them. Do not expose them to heat or store CO
2
cartridges at temperatures above 120°F (48.9°C).
• Put the airsoft gun “ON SAFE” (see Section 2A).
• Make sure the airsoft gun is UNLOADED and POINTED IN A SAFE
DIRECTION.
• Holding the airsoft gun as shown, pivot the top of the grip back
then slide the grip straight back and remove (Fig. 4).
• Turn the piercing knob left until it is all the way down.
• Insert the new CO
2
cartridge into the airsoft gun with the small neck
of the CO
2
cartridge inserted first and up.
• Finger-tighten the cartridge piercing knob by turning it clockwise. If
you hear a hissing sound when piercing the gun, try tightening the
screw more.
• Line the grip up with the groove on the frame and slide the grip
forward to close.
• To make sure the cartridge has been pierced, point the airsoft gun
in a SAFE DIRECTION, take “OFF SAFE” (see Step 2B) and pull the trigger.
• If the airsoft gun does not make a popping noise after pulling the trigger, the CO
2
is not being discharged. In
that event put the airsoft gun “ON SAFE” (Step 2A), remove the grip and tighten a 1/4 turn. Replace the grip.
• Point the airsoft gun in a SAFE DIRECTION, take “OFF SAFE” (see Step 2B) and pull the trigger.
NOTE: We recommend the use of Crosman ® Powerlet ® CO
2
cartridges. They are made to fit your airsoft gun.
Other brands of CO
2
cartridges may not fit properly and if you force them into place it may result in injury to you or
damage to your airsoft gun. Never try to force any CO
2
cartridge into or out of place.
Do not store your airsoft gun with a CO
2
cartridge in it. If you know you will not be using your airsoft gun for an ex-
tended period of time, empty the CO
2
cartridge and remove it from the airsoft gun (Step 3B). This is very important
to remember, as it will prolong the longevity of your airsoft gun seals.
B. Removing CO
2
Cartridge
Keep hands away from escaping CO
2
gas. It can cause frostbite if allowed to come in
contact with skin. Always make sure the CO
2
cartridge is empty before attempting to remove it from the
airsoft gun by slowly turning the knob counter-clockwise all the way until you no longer hear the escape of
CO
2
gas.
Fig. 2
S
F
OPEN
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
• Make sure the airsoft gun is UNLOADED (section 4B) and pointed in a SAFE DIRECTION.
• Line the grip up with the groove on the frame and slide the grip forward to close.
• Use one hand to hold the airsoft gun at the top of the receiver, being sure not to cover the muzzle.
• Loosen the cartridge piercing knob by slowly turning it left (Fig. 4) allowing any remaining gas to escape.
• Drop out the CO
2
cartridge.
• Tighten the cartridge piercing knob enough so that the grip will pass over it.
• Slide the grip forward to close.
5. Using the Speedloader
• Place the cartridges into the speedloader tip up.
• Firmly hold the larger section of the speedloader (holding the cartridges), push the bottom up and twist the
knurled portion of the speedloader clockwise. This will lock the cartridges in place.
• While pointing the airsoft gun in a safe direction, press down on the Cylinder Release Button and swing open
the Cylinder.
• Align the cartridges in the speedloader with the cylinder holes. Tip the revolver barrel toward the ground
while in a safe direction. Gently slide the cartridges into the cylinder holes. The speedloader will release the
cartridges automatically.
6. Aiming and Firing Safely
• You and others with you should always wear eye protection designed for airsoft
to protect your eyes.
• Always point your airsoft gun in a SAFE DIRECTION.
• Do not shoot at hard surfaces or at the surface of water. The plastic BBs may
bounce off or ricochet and hit someone or something you had not intended to hit.
• DO NOT re-use plastic BBs because they could possibly cause damage to your
airsoft gun.
• Your airsoft gun is designed for target shooting and is suited for both indoor
and outdoor use. Always remember to place your target carefully. THINK about
what you will hit if you miss the target.
• Your airsoft gun is correctly aimed when the front sight blade is position exactly in the notch of the rear sight.
• The top of the front sight blade should be even with the top of the notch in the rear sight. The bulls-eye should
appear to rest on the top of the front sight (Fig. 5).
• When you are sure of your target and backstop, pull the trigger and fire.
7. Sight Adjustment
• The rear sight may be adjusted to shoot higher or lower (elevation). The rear sight may also be adjusted to
shoot right or left (windage).
• Turn screw on the top of the rear sight (Fig. 6) clockwise to move point of impact up. Turn screw counter
clockwise to move point of impact down.
• Turn the screw on the side of the rear sight (Fig. 6) clockwise to move the point of impact to the right. Turn
screw counterclockwise to move the point of impact to the left.
8. Maintaining Your Airsoft gun
• Putting ONE drop of Crosman 0241 Pellgunoil ® on the tip of every CO
2
cylinder will help to maintain your airsoft
gun. DO NOT use petroleum distillate based oil or solvent and DO NOT over-oil as this can cause damage to
your airsoft gun.
• DO NOT MODIFY OR ALTER YOUR AIRSOFT GUN. Attempts to modify the airsoft gun in any way inconsistent
with this manual may make your airsoft gun unsafe to use, cause serious injury, especially to the eye and will
void the warranty.
• If you drop your airsoft gun, visually check to see that it works properly before you use it again.
• If anything seems changed, like a shorter or weaker trigger pull, this may mean worn out or broken parts. Call
Crosman customer service for assistance before using your airsoft gun again.
8. Reviewing Safety
• Do not ever point the airsoft rifle at any person. Do not ever point the airsoft rifle at anything you do not intend
to shoot.
• Always treat the airsoft rifle as though it is loaded and with the same respect you would a firearm.
• Always aim in a SAFE DIRECTION. Always keep the muzzle of the airsoft rifle pointed in a SAFE DIRECTION.
• Always keep the airsoft rifle “ON SAFE” until you are ready to shoot in a SAFE DIRECTION.
• Always check to see if the airsoft rifle is “ON SAFE” and unloaded when getting it from another person or from
storage.
• Always keep your finger off the trigger and out of the trigger guard until ready to shoot.
• If your reading or prescription glasses are not safety glasses make sure you wear eye protection over your
regular glasses.
• Use 6 mm plastic BBs only.
• Do not shoot at hard surfaces or at the surface of water. The plastic BBs may bounce off or ricochet and hit
someone or something you had not intended to hit. If the plastic BBs should happen to hit a hard surface, DO
NOT reuse those plastic BBs because they could cause possible damage to your airsoft rifle.
• Replace the backstop if it becomes worn. Place the backstop in a location that will be safe should the back-
stop fail.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or tamper with your airsoft rifle. Call Customer Service at Crosman Corporation
for repair.
• Do not put the airsoft rifle away loaded. Make sure ALL of the plastic BBs are unloaded from the airsoft rifle
(See Step 3.2).
• Always store this airsoft rifle in a secure location.
SPECIFICATIONS
Mechanism Double-action Revolver Velocity Up to 400 fps
Sights
Front: Fixed Blade
Rear: Full Adjustable
Length 12 inches
Caliber/Ammunition 6 mm Plastic BB Safety Safety
Capacity Six Cartridges hold one BB each Weight 2 lb 3.1 oz
Power Source 12 gram CO
2
cartridge
PERFORMANCE: Many factors can affect velocity, including brand of projectile, type of projectile and barrel condition.
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.
Our friendly customer service representatives will be glad to help. You can get answers to frequently asked
questions at www.crosman.com or you can contact us directly at 1-800-7AIRGUN (1-800-724-7486)
CUSTOMER SERVICE
If your airsoft gun is not functioning, we recommend that you call Crosman Corporation Customer service at
1-800-724-7486 or 585-657-6161. (International customers should contact their distributor.) DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO DISASSEMBLE IT! If you take it apart you probably will not be able to reassemble it correctly. Crosman as-
sumes no warranty responsibility under such circumstances.
For optimum performance use Crosman ammunition only. These include CROSMAN, COPPERHEAD, and
BENJAMIN.
Using other than Crosman branded ammunition may cause your product to malfunction and may void your warranty.
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
This product is warranted to the retail consumer for 90 days from date of retail purchase against defects in material
and workmanship and is transferable.
WHAT IS COVERED
Replacement parts and labor. Transportation charges to consumer for repaired product.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Transportation charges to Crosman for product. Damages caused by abuse, modification or failure to perform
normal maintenance. Any other expense. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, OR INCIDEN-
TAL EXPENSES, INCLUDING DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
WARRANTY CLAIMS
USA Customers: Attach your name, address, description of problem, phone number and copy of sales receipt to
product. Package and return to Crosman Corporation, Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469.
International Customers: Please return product to your nearest distributor. If you do not know your distributor,
please call 585-657-6161 and ask for our International Department for assistance.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO 30 DAYS FROM DATE OF RETAIL PURCHASE.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
To the extent any provision of this warranty is prohibited by federal, state, or municipal law which cannot be pre-
empted, it shall not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
CROSMAN is a registered trademark of Crosman Corporation in the United States.