Mossberg Silver Reserve Serie Side/Side - Manual (Page 11)

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If the firearm is to be stored for a long period of time it should be thoroughly
cleaned and oiled. Do not plug the barrel or store the firearm in a fabric-lined case
that will absorb lubricant from the firearm.
The barrel and forearm assemblies can be removed from the stock/receiver
assembly and the stock can be removed from the receiver assembly, but further
disassembly should be performed by the manufacturer, Mossberg International
and/or a qualified gunsmith only.
Camo guns: Caution should be exercised to avoid exposure of camouflage pattern
to strong solvents.
FUNCTION TESTING
After performing any work on your firearm such as cleaning or disassembly
and assembly, check your firearm for proper functioning before loading or
firing live ammunition.
Visually and physically check to be sure the firearm is completely unloaded,
and keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction at all times.
Move the safety button fully rearward to the “ON” (SAFE) position (Fig. 1).
Open and close the firearm several times to check for free movement of the
barrel assembly. Close the firearm and leave the safety button fully rearward in
the “ON” (SAFE) position. Pull the trigger fully rearward. The hammer should not
fall (NO FIRE).
Remove your finger from the trigger. Move the safety button fully forward to the
“OFF” (FIRE) position. The hammer should not fall (NO FIRE).
Leave the safety button fully forward in the “OFF” (FIRE) position. Pull the trigger
fully rearward. The hammer should fall (FIRE). Release the trigger and pull the
trigger fully rearward again. The second hammer should fall (FIRE).
IF YOUR FIREARM DOES NOT PERFORM AS DESCRIBED IN ANY OF
THE PREVIOUS STEPS, CONTACT THE FACTORY AUTHORIZED
PRODUCT SERVICE CENTER IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
USE THE FIREARM.
Firearms are complex mechanisms. Any modification, alteration, or
improper fitting of parts may result in a dangerous malfunction, damage to
the firearm and injury to the shooter and/or other persons. The firearm’s
owner is responsible for the correct re-assembly and functioning of the
firearm after any disassembly or replacement of parts.
If you do not understand any of the information in this manual or
have any questions, contact the Product Service Center or a
qualified gunsmith.
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