Beretta AL391 Urika Teknys User Manual
Urika
AL 391
Teknys
Manuale di Istruzione
Instruction Manual
Mode d’Emploi
ENGLISH
Illustrations on pages 8, 9, 32, 33, 34, 35
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE FIREARM.
KEEP ALWAYS THIS MANUAL WITH YOUR FIREARM. INCLUDE IT WITH THE
GUN WHEN IT CHANGES OWNERSHIP OR WHEN IT IS LOANED OR
PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON.
NOTICE: The Manufacturer and/or its Local Official Distributors assume no
responsibility for product malfunction or for physical injury or property damage
resulting in whole or in part from criminal or negligent use of the product,
improper or careless handling, unauthorized modifications, use of defective,
improper, hand-loaded, reloaded or remanufactured ammunition*, customer
abuse or neglect of the product, or other influences beyond manufacturer’s
direct and immediate control.
* See paragraph “Ammunition”
WARNING: ALL FIREARMS HAVE LETHAL POTENTIAL. READ THE BASIC
SAFETY RULES CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND THEM FULLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS FIREARM.
In addition to the Basic Safety Rules, there are other Safety Rules pertaining to the
loading, unloading, disassembly, assembly and use of this firearm located throughout
this manual.
WARNING: READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING
THIS FIREARM. MAKE SURE THAT ANY PERSON USING OR HAVING
ACCESS TO THIS FIREARM READS AND UNDERSTANDS ALL OF THIS
MANUAL PRIOR TO USE OR ACCESS.
NOTICE: As the interchangeable barrel of this shotgun has a serial number
different from that stamped on the receiver, it may be necessary, when
referring to the gun, to specify also the serial number of the barrel/s.
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CONTENTS
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BASIC SAFETY RULES 4
NOMENCLATURE 8
DESCRIPTION 10
TECHNICAL FEATURES AND DATA 12
OPERATION 12
AMMUNITION 14
DISASSEMBLY 17
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BERETTA MOBILCHOKE
TUBES 18
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20
REASSEMBLY 22
SPECIAL MAINTENANCE 24
MAGAZINE CAPACITY 26
STOCK DROP AND CAST MODIFICATION 26
REPLACEMENT OF RECOIL PAD 28
REVERSIBLE SAFETY BUTTON 29
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REPLACEMENT OF TRUGLO
FRONT SIGHT
LUMINOUS INSERT 29
WARRANTY AND EXTENSION OF THE WARRANTY
REPAIR PERIOD 30
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BASIC SAFETY RULES
1.
NEVER POINT A FIREARM AT SOMETHING THAT IS NOT SAFE TO SHOOT.
1.
Never let the muzzle of a
firearm point at any part of
your body or at another
person. This is especially
important when loading or
unloading the firearm.
When you are shooting at
a target, know what is
behind it. Some bullets
can travel over a mile. If
you miss your target or if
the bullet penetrates the
target, it is your responsibility to ensure that the shot does not cause unintended
injury or damage.
2. ALWAYS TREAT A FIREARM AS IF IT WERE
LOADED.
2. Never assume that a firearm is unloaded. The
only certain way to ensure that a firearm has
the chamber empty is to open the chamber
and visually examine the inside to see if a
round is present. Removing the magazine will
not guarantee that a firearm is unloaded or
cannot fire. Shotguns and rifles can be checked
by cycling or removing all rounds and by then
opening and inspecting the chamber and the magazine tube for any remaining rounds.
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3. STORE YOUR FIREARM SO THAT CHILDREN CANNOT GAIN ACCESS
TO IT.
3. It is your responsibility to insure that children under the age of 18 or other
unauthorized persons do not gain access to your firearm. To reduce the risk of
accidents involving children, unload your firearm, lock it and store the ammunition in a separate locked location. Please note that devices intended to
prevent accidents - for example, cable locks, chamber plugs, etc, - may not prevent use or misuse of your firearm by a determined person. Steel gun safes may
be more appropriate to reduce the likelihood of intentional misuse of a firearm by
an unauthorized child or person.
4. NEVER SHOOT AT WATER OR AT A HARD
SURFACE.
4. Shooting at the surface of water or at a rock or
other hard surface increases the chance of ricochets or fragmentation of the bullet or shot, which
can result in the projectile striking an unintended or
peripheral target.
5. KNOW THE SAFETY FEATURES OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING,
BUT REMEMBER: SAFETY DEVICES ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR SAFE
HANDLING PROCEDURES.
5. Never rely solely on a safety device to prevent an accident. It is imperative that
you know and use the safety features of the particular firearm you are handling,
but accidents can best be prevented by following the safe handling procedures
described in these safety rules and elsewhere in the product manual. To further
familiarize yourself with the proper use of this or other firearms, take a Firearms
Safety Course taught by an expert in firearms use and safety procedures.
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6. PROPERLY MAINTAIN YOUR FIREARM.
1.
Store and carry your firearm so that dirt or lint does
not accumulate in the working parts. Clean and oil
your firearm, following the instructions provided in this
manual, after each use to prevent corrosion, damage
to the barrel or accumulation of impurities which can
prevent use of the gun in an emergency. Always
check the barrel prior to loading to ensure that it is
clean and free from obstructions. Firing against an
obstruction can rupture the barrel and injure
yourself or others nearby.
1.
In case you hear an unusual noise when shooting,
stop firing immediately, engage the manual safety
and unload the firearm. Make sure the chamber and the barrel are free from any
obstruction or possible bullet blocked inside the barrel due to defective or improper ammunition.
7. USE PROPER AMMUNITION.
1.
Only use factory-loaded, new ammunition manufactured to industry specifications: CIP (Europe and elsewhere), SAAMI (U.S.A.). Be certain that each round
you use is in the proper caliber or gauge and type for the particular firearm. The
caliber or gauge of the firearm is clearly marked on the barrels of shotguns and
on the slide or barrel of pistols. The use of reloaded or remanufactured ammunition can increase the likelihood of excessive cartridge pressures, casehead ruptures or other defects in the ammunition which can cause damage to your firearm
and injury to yourself or others nearby.
8.
ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLASSES AND EARPLUGS WHEN
SHOOTING.
8.
The chance that gas, gunpowder or metal fragments
will blow back and injure a shooter who is firing a gun
is rare, but the injury that can be sustained in such circumstances is severe, including the possible loss of
eyesight. A shooter must always wear impact resistant shooting glasses when firing any firearm.
Earplugs help reduce the chance of hearing damage
from shooting.
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9. NEVER CLIMB A TREE, FENCE OR
OBSTRUCTION WITH A LOADED FIREARM.
9. Open and empty the chamber of your firearm and
engage the manual safety before climbing or descending a tree or before climbing a fence or jumping over a ditch or obstruction. Never pull or push
a loaded firearm toward yourself or another person.
10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR
JUDGMENT OR REFLEX IMPAIRING
MEDICATION WHEN SHOOTING.
10. Do not drink and shoot. If you take medication that
can impair motor reactions or judgment, do not
handle a firearm while you are under the influence
of the medication.
11. NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM.
11. Unload a firearm before putting it in a vehicle
(chamber empty, magazine empty). Hunters and
target shooters should load their firearm only at
their destination. If you carry a firearm for self-protection, leaving the chamber unloaded can reduce
the chance of accidental discharge.
12. LEAD WARNING.
12. Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms or handling
ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and other serious physical injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.
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NOMENCLATURE
A Receiver
A1 Trigger
A2 Reversible safety button
A3 Trigger plate retaining pin
A4 Breech bolt release-button
A5 Carrier
A6 Carrier stop push-button
A7 Loading gate
A8 Breech bolt
A9 Cocking handle
A10 Extractor
A11 Breech bolt slide
A12 Connecting rod
A13 Locking block
A14 Firing pin
A15 Ejection port
A16 Cut-off
B Barrel
B1 Barrel tang
B2 Gas cylinder
B3 Piston
B4 Exhaust valve assembly
B5 Valve assembly locking nut and
counter-nut
C Stock
C1 Interchangeable butt plate
C2 Stock swivel
C3 Drop/cast spacers
D Fore-end
D1 Fore-end flange with exhaust port
E Magazine tube
F Magazine tube cap with shaft
G Operating rod with sleeve
H Front swivel
I Fore-end cap
L 1-round magazine capacity
reducer plug
M Valve hook wrenches
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DESCRIPTION
The AL391 Urika/Teknys semi-automatic shotgun, 12 and 20 gauge, comes with the
following features:
STREAMLINED RECEIVER DESIGN
The skilfully rounded shape of the receiver promotes instinctive and quick target
acquisition. The matted anti-glare black-finish of the upper and lower parts of the
receiver highlight the bright finish of the sides to confer to the Beretta AL391
Urika/Teknys a new appearance and distinctive character.
GAS OPERATION SYSTEM WITH EXHAUST VALVE
The unique gas operation system, with gas cylinder and self cleaning piston, is
provided with a self-cleaning exhaust valve which automatically expels the excess
gas of the most powerful cartridges: The result is that the shotgun, without any
adjustment , fires everything from the light 24 gr. (7/8 oz.) loads to the powerful 57
gr. (2 oz.) 3” Magnum 12 ga. shotshells.
The exhaust valve assembly remains attached to the gas cylinder, thus allowing easy
and quick disassembly and reassembly of the shotgun.
RECOIL DAMPER
The elastic recoil damper reduces stress from the impact of the breech bolt on the
receiver and absorbs part of the vibrations normally transmitted to the shooter.
TRIGGER PLATE
The high strength fiber-glass reinforced technopolymer trigger plate offers many
advantages: Self-cleaning property, high absorption of vibrations and more comfort
to the touch in cold weather conditions. The large opening of the trigger guard allows
the use of gloves.
CUT-OFF DEVICE
The cut-off control is positioned on the left side of the receiver: It can be engaged
when the breech bolt is positioned in the closed position with the use of one hand. If
the cut-off is accidentally left engaged, automatic reloading after the first shot will
disengage it.
REVERSIBLE SAFETY BUTTON
The cross-bolt safety button can be assembled for standard right-hand use or
reversed for left-hand use.
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STOCK
The stock is designed to accept either a plastic butt-plate or a rubber recoil pad without any adjustment. By assembling rubber recoil pads of different thickness, one can
modify the length of pull.
X-TRA WOOD STOCK
The AL391 Teknys boasts a semi-gloss X-Tra Wood finish on stock and fore-end.
This unique finish, featuring strong grain lines, enhances the elegant wood of the
stock and the fore-end.
The X-Tra Wood finish is 50% more weatherproof than traditional varnishing.
GEL•TEK RECOIL PAD
The AL391 Teknys is supplied with the Beretta Gel•Tek recoil pad. Its advanced
technology construction consists of a soft yet scratch resistant and durable polymer
shell and a recoil-absorbing silicone gel core. This non-toxic and inert gel distributes
the recoil effect over the entire pad surface, reducing the felt recoil to the shooter.
The gel is unaltered by time and temperature.
STOCK DROP AND CAST SPACERS
The design of the fiber-glass reinforced technopolymer receiver - stock spacer and
of the stock metal plate allows one to adjust the stock drop and cast by simply modifying their assembly position. Different stock drop and cast dimensions can be
obtained using the extra set of spacers supplied.
ACCESSORIES
The AL391 Urika/Teknys is supplied with a modern design case and a complement
of accessories: 1-round magazine capacity reducer plug, spare recoil pad, stock
drop and cast spacers, grip cap (wood stock field models only), fiber optic luminous
insert for Truglo®front sight (AL391 Teknys), stock swivels (field models only), 25 ml.
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Beretta Gun Oil, valve hook wrenches and, for Mobilchoke
versions, a set of 5
choke tubes with special spanner.
NOTICE: The AL391 Urika/Teknys barrels are not interchangeable with those
of former models (AL 390, A 390 ST, A 304 etc.)
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