browning BAR SHORTTRAC, LONGTRAC RIFLE User Guide

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BAR SHORTTRAC/

LONGTRAC RIFLE

OWNER’S MANUAL

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING A BROWNING BAR SHORTTRAC OR LONGTRAC RIFLE

The BAR ShortTrac and LongTrac rifles incorporate the very finest in materials and craftsmanship. From the receiver and stock, to the gas-operated action — you can see and feel traditional Browning Belgian craftsmanship. The BAR ShortTrac and LongTrac rifles have been designed with innovative features and unique styling that result in improved performance and operating convenience. With just reasonable care, your BAR ShortTrac or LongTrac should provide you with many years of pleasure and dependable service.

Please feel free to write us immediately if you have any observations regarding its performance and operation.

SERVICE OR REPAIR

If your firearm should require service or repairs, we suggest you first contact a local recommended Browning Firearms Service Center. Contact your Browning sporting goods dealer or call our Service Department for the address of the Service Center nearest you. Otherwise, you may send your firearm directly to our own Service Department. For technical questions about your firearm or service call our Service Department.

Browning Service Department 3005 Arnold Tenbrook Road Arnold, MO 63010-9406 Phone: (800) 322-4626

Canadian Customers call or write:

Browning Canada Sports Ltd./Ltee. 5583 Chemin St-François St-Laurent, Quebec H4S 1W6 Phone: (514) 333-7261

When returning your firearm for servicing, you must do the following:

1. Be sure it is completely unloaded.

2. Package it securely in a cardboard container.

3. Enclose a letter with your firearm that clearly describes the trouble experienced, the ammunition used and the repairs desired. Also include your name and a phone number where you can be reached.

4. If convenient, send a copy of the letter to us separately.

5. Never return ammunition with your firearm. It is against postal and most commerce regulations.

If you have any questions about this manual or about any other Browning products, call or write our Consumer Information Department:

Browning Consumer Information One Browning Place Morgan, UT 84050 Phone: (801) 876-2711

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR FIREARMS SAFETY

As a gun owner, you accept a set of demanding responsibilities. How seriously you take these responsibilities can be the difference between life and death.

There is no excuse for careless or abusive handling of any firearm. At all times handle your rifle and any other firearm with intense respect for its power and potential danger.

PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE CAUTIONS, PROPER HANDLING PROCEDURES AND INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR NEW FIREARM.

ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE OF YOUR RIFLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION

Never point any firearm at anything you do not intend to shoot. Be extremely alert and aware of all persons and property within the range of your ammunition.

NEVER RELY TOTALLY ON YOUR RIFLE’S MECHANICAL “SAFETY” DEVICE.

The word “safety” describes a gun’s trigger block mechanism, sear block mechanism, hammer block mechanism or firing pin block mechanism. These mechanical devices are designed to place your gun in a SAFER status. No guarantee can be made that the gun will not fire even if the “safety” is in the “on safe” position. See “Operation of the Safety” on page 9 for instructions on operation of this gun’s “safety.”

LIKE ANY MECHANICAL DEVICE, A “SAFETY” CAN SOMETIMES FAIL; IT CAN BE JARRED OR INADVERTENTLY MANIPULATED INTO AN UNSAFE CONDITION.

handling and are no excuse for pointing your rifle’s muzzle in an unsafe direction.

While it is a good idea to “test” your rifle’s mechanical “safeties” periodically for proper function,

YOUR RIFLE IS LOADED OR POINTED IN AN UNSAFE DIRECTION!

even though you are certain the rifle is unloaded.

Mechanical “safeties” merely aid safe gun

NEVER TEST THE “SAFETY” WHILE

Safe gun handling does not stop with your gun’s mechanical “safety” devices — it starts there. Always treat this rifle with the respect due a loaded, ready-to-fire firearm.

WHENEVER YOU HANDLE A FIREARM, OR HAND IT TO SOMEONE, ALWAYS OPEN THE ACTION IMMEDIATELY. VISUALLY CHECK YOUR RIFLE’S CHAMBER, FEED MECHANISM AND MAGAZINE.

Make certain that they do not inadvertently contain any ammunition. Always keep the chamber empty and the “safety” in the “on safe” position unless shooting is imminent.

DO NOT TRANSPORT ANY LOADED FIREARM.

Keep all firearms unloaded during transport whether stored in a gun case, scabbard or other container.

HUNTING FROM ELEVATED SURFACES SUCH AS TREE STANDS IS DANGEROUS.

Doing so may increase the risk of handling a firearm. The following rules should always be observed by you and those you hunt with: Always make certain that the stand being used is safe and stable. Always make certain that your firearm is unloaded when it is being taken up and down from the stand. Always make certain that your firearm is not dropped from the stand, or dropped while it is being taken up or down from the stand. Remember, a loaded firearm may discharge when dropped.

BEWARE OF BARREL OBSTRUCTIONS.

For the safety of your gun, yourself and others. Mud, snow, and an infinite variety of other objects may inadvertently lodge in a barrel bore. It takes only one small obstruction to cause dangerously increased pressures that may damage your gun and cause injury to yourself and to others.

BEFORE CHECKING FOR A BARREL OBSTRUCTION, BE CERTAIN NO LIVE ROUND IS IN THE CHAMBER AND THAT THE MAGAZINE IS REMOVED AND FEED MECHANISMS ARE COMPLETELY EMPTY. PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE “ON SAFE” POSITION.

After assuring yourself that the rifle is completely empty, again, open the action and look through the barrel to be sure it is clear of any obstruction. If an obstruction is seen, no matter how small it may be, clean the bore with a cleaning rod and

patch as described in “Cleaning and Maintenance Suggestions” on page 21. Before the first firing, clean the bore with a cleaning rod and patch, and wipe away any anti-rust compounds in the action/chamber areas.

ALWAYS UNLOAD YOUR RIFLE WHEN NOT IN USE.

As a safety precaution, it is preferable to disassemble your gun for storage. Store your gun and ammunition separately — well beyond the reach of children. Take all safeguards to ensure your rifle does not become available to untrained, inexperienced or unwelcome hands.

USE THE PROPER AMMUNITION.

The barrel and action of this rifle have been made with substantial safety margins over the pressures developed by established American commercial loads. Nevertheless, Browning assumes no liability for incidents which occur through the use of cartridges of nonstandard dimensions which develop pressures in excess of commercially available ammunition which has been loaded in accordance with standards established by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI).

HORNADAY LIGHT MAGNUM AMMUNITION SHOULD NOT BE USED IN A SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE SUCH AS THE BAR. IT MAY DAMAGE THE FIREARM.

BE ALERT TO THE SIGNS OF AMMUNITION MALFUNCTION. IF YOU DETECT AN OFF SOUND OR LIGHT RECOIL WHEN A CARTRIDGE IS FIRED, DO NOT CONTINUE TO FIRE OR LOAD ANOTHER CARTRIDGE INTO THE CHAMBER.

Immediately place the “safety” in the “on safe” position, open the action and clear the chamber. Remove all cartridges from the magazine. With the action open, glance down the barrel to make sure that an obstruction does not remain in the barrel. If there is an obstruction, completely clear the barrel before loading and firing again. Failure to follow these instructions can cause extensive damage to your gun and possible serious injury to yourself and others.

Make sure of adequate ventilation in the area that you discharge a firearm. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure to ammunition or cleaning a firearm.

Lead exposure can be obtained from discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms or handling ammunition. Lead is a substance that has been known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm and other serious injury.

NEVER INSERT A CARTRIDGE OF THE INCORRECT CALIBER IN ANY RIFLE.

The caliber of your rifle is marked on the barrel. Store all cartridges of different calibers in completely separate and well-marked containers. Never store cartridges of mixed calibers in a common container or in your pockets.

EXAMINE EVERY CARTRIDGE YOU PUT IN YOUR GUN. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU AND TO OTHERS.

DO NOT SNAP THE FIRING PIN ON AN EMPTY CHAMBER — THE CHAMBER MAY NOT BE EMPTY!

Treat every gun with the respect due

a loaded gun, even though you are certain the gun is unloaded.

KEEP YOUR FINGERS AWAY FROM THE TRIGGER WHILE UNLOADING,

AND LOADING, UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO SHOOT.

BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND BACKSTOP.

Particularly during low light periods. Know the range of your ammunition. Never shoot at water or hard objects.

ALWAYS UNLOAD YOUR RIFLE’S CHAMBER BEFORE CROSSING A FENCE, CLIMBING A TREE, JUMPING A DITCH OR NEGOTIATING OTHER OBSTACLES.

Never place your loaded rifle on or against a fence,

tree, car, or other similar object.

WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION WHEN SHOOTING.

Unpr otected, repeated exposure to gunfire can cause hearing damage. Wear ear protectors (shooting ear plugs or muffs) to guard against such damage. Wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes from flying particles. Allow proper distance (eye relief) between the scope and

your eye when firing a scoped rifle or shotgun. Always keep a safe distance between the muzzle of your firearm and any persons nearby, as muzzle blast, debris and ejecting cartridges could inflict serious injury. Also, wear eye protection when disassembling and cleaning your firearm to prevent the possibility of springs, spring-tensioned parts, solvents or other agents from contacting your eyes.

DROPPING OR JARRING A LOADED GUN CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE

even with the “safety” in the “on safe” position. Be extremely careful while hunting or during any shooting activity, to avoid dropping any firearm.

IF YOUR RIFLE FAILS TO FIRE, KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION.

Hold this position for a minimum of 30 seconds. Carefully open the action and remove the cartridge. If the primer is indented, the cartridge should be disposed of in a way that cannot cause harm. If the primer is not indented, your firearm should be examined by a qualified gunsmith and the cause of the malfunction should be corrected before further use.

BE DEFENSIVE AND ON GUARD AGAINST UNSAFE GUN HANDLING AROUND YOU AND OTHERS.

Don’t be timid when it comes to gun safety. If you observe other shooters violating any of these safety precautions, politely suggest safer handling practices.

BE CERTAIN YOUR RIFLE IS UNLOADED BEFORE CLEANING.

Because so many gun accidents occur when a firearm is being cleaned, special and extreme care should be taken to be sure your gun is unloaded before disassembly, cleaning and reassembly. Keep ammunition away from the cleaning location. Never test the mechanical function of any firearm with live ammunition.

SUPERVISE AND TEACH FIREARMS SAFETY TO ALL MEMBERS OF YOUR FAMILY, ESPECIALLY TO CHILDREN AND NON-SHOOTERS.

Closely supervise newcomers to the shooting sports. Encourage enrollment in hunting/shooting safety courses.

NEVER DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR TAKE ANY TYPE OF DRUGS BEFORE OR DURING SHOOTING.

dangerously impaired, making your gun handling unsafe to you and to others.

READ AND HEED ALL WARNINGS

ammunition boxes and with all accessories that you install on your firearm. It is your responsibility to secure the most up-to-date information on the safe handling procedures of your Browning gun. We assume no liability for incidents which occur when unsafe or improper gun accessories or ammunition combinations are used.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE — AVOID UNAUTHORIZED SERVICING.

rifle is a mechanical device which will not last forever, and as such, is subject to wear and requires periodic inspection, adjustment, and service. Browning firearms should be serviced by a Browning Recommended Service Center or by our Service Facility in Arnold, Missouri. We cannot assume any responsibility for injuries suffered or caused by unauthorized servicing, alterations or modifications of Browning firearms.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE ON FIREARMS THAT HAVE BEEN ALTERED, ADDED TO OR SUBSTANTIALLY CHANGED.

metal from barrel(s), or modifications of the firing mechanism and/or operating parts may lead to our refusal of service on such firearms. We will charge the owner for parts and labor to return the firearm to original Browning specifications.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, ALTER THE TRIGGER, “SAFETY” OR PARTS OF THE FIRING MECHANISM OF THIS OR ANY OTHER FIREARM. FAILURE TO OBEY THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS.

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