ceska zbrojovka CZ 85 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CZ 85

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Before handling the pistol read this manual carefully and observe the

following safety instructions.

Improper and careless handling of the pistol could result in unintentional
discharge and could cause injury, death or damage to property. The same
consequences can be caused by unauthorized modifications or adjustments,
corrosion, or use of non-standard or damaged ammunition. In these cases the
manufacturer shall not be responsible in any manner whatsoever for the resultant
consequences. Before leaving the factory this pistol was tested, carefully
inspected, and packed. CZ cannot accept responsibility for product handling
while in transit, or upon leaving the factory. Therefore, please examine this pistol
carefully at the time of purchase to ensure that it is unloaded and undamaged.

This instruction manual should always accompany this pistol even in the
case of the loan or sale of the pistol.

CONTENTS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
PISTOL DESCRIPTION AND TERMINOLOGY 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6

Ammunition 6

Removal of the Magazine 6

Magazine Loading 6

Pistol Loading 6

Reloading During Shooting 6

Unloading the Pistol 7

Engaging the Safety Mode 7

Decocking 7

Loaded Chamber Indicator 8

Sight Adjustment 8
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 8

Stripping for Cleaning - Disassembly 8

Firing Pin Disassembly 9

Magazine Disassembly 9

Cleaning the Pistol 9

Cleaning the Barrel Bore and the Cartridge Chamber 10

Cleaning of Other Pistol Parts 10

Preserving 10

Waste Management 10
LIST OF PARTS 11
TROUBLESHOOTING, CAUSES AND REMEDIES 12
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 13
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS 13

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Always follow the safety instructions for your safety and the safety of others.

1. Always handle your pistol as if it were loaded.

2. Never point your pistol at anything you do not intend to shoot.

3. Never take anyone's word that a gun is unloaded.

4. Always make sure that your pistol is not loaded before laying it down, or handing it to
another person.

5. Always keep and carry your pistol empty, with the hammer forward except when you
intend to shoot.

6. Never abuse your pistol by using it for any purpose other than shooting.

7. Never leave the pistol cocked and ready to fire unattended.

8. Before loading your pistol be sure that the barrel bore, chamber, and action are clean
and clear of obstructions. After shooting, clean the dirtied pistol as soon as possible.

9. Always use only clean, dry, original high quality commercially manufactured
ammunition, which is appropriate to the caliber of your pistol.

10. Never drink alcoholic beverages or take drugs before or during shooting.

11. Always wear safety glasses and ear protection when shooting.

12. Always keep the safety on when the pistol is loaded and cocked, until you are ready
to fire. Keep your pistol pointed in a safe direction when disengaging the manual
safety.

13. Always keep clear and keep others clear of the ejection port.

14. Never squeeze the trigger or put your finger in the trigger guard until you are aiming
at a target and ready to shoot.

15. Always be absolutely sure of your target, and the area behind it, before you squeeze
the trigger. A bullet could travel through or past your target up to several hundred
meters.

16. Never shoot at a hard surface such as rock, or a liquid surface such as water.

17. Never fire your pistol near an animal unless it is trained to accept the noise.

18. Never indulge in "horseplay" while holding your pistol.

19. Failure to fire: In case of failure to fire hold the firearm keeping it pointed towards the
target, or a safe open area and wait 30 seconds. If a hangfire (slow ignition) has
occurred, the cartridge will fire within 30 seconds. If the cartridge does not fire, eject
the cartridge and examine it. If the firing pin indent on the cartridge is light, or non­existent, have the firearm examined by a competent gunsmith.

20. Always make sure your pistol is not loaded before cleaning, storing or travelling.

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21. Always keep and store your pistol and ammunition in separate locked receptacles out
of reach and sight of children and untrained people.

22. Never alter any parts of your pistol as the safety and proper function of your pistol
could be seriously compromised.

23. Always be aware that corrosion, use of damaged ammunition, dropping the pistol on
hard surfaces or other "coarse treatment" could cause damage you may not see. If
something like this happens allow the pistol to be examined and tested by a
competent gunsmith.

PISTOL DESCRIPTION AND TERMINOLOGY

The names of basic pistol parts used in this Instruction Manual are presented in Fig. 1
on the inner side of the left-hand cover. Nomenclature of all CZ 85 parts are presented in
the section List of Parts.

The CZ 85 pistol is a semi-automatic handgun with locked breech. It is produced in
several versions. Characteristic features of all versions are:

- A universal handgun for both left-handers and right-handers

- Selective SA/DA firing mechanism operation

- Large capacity double-column magazine

- Comfortable grip and balance in either hand

- Good results at instinctive shooting (without aiming)

- Low trigger pull weight

- High accuracy of fire

- Long service life

- High reliability, even with various types of cartridges

- The slide stays open after the last cartridge has been fired

- Suitable for Combat shooting

- The sights are fitted with a three-dot illuminating system for better aiming in poor
visibility conditions. The COMBAT version features an adjustable rear sight by
means of the micrometer screws.

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Manual

Versions Operation

CZ 85 B
CZ 85 BD
CZ 85 COMBAT

* Loaded chamber indicator supplied on special order only

Comments:

SA/DA yes no yes yes
SA/DA no yes yes yes
SA/DA yes no yes no

Safety

Decocking

Device

Safety

Stop on

Hammer

Firing Pin

Safety

Loaded
Chamber
Indicator

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*
*

SA (Single Action)

The trigger mechanism operates in a single action mode of fire. The hammer is cocked
manually and then after pressing the trigger the pistol is fired. The trigger travel is short, and
pull weight is low. After each discharge the hammer remains cocked.

DA (Double Action)

The trigger mechanism operates in a double action mode of fire. The hammer is
cocked, released and the pistol fired by one pull of the trigger. The trigger travel is longer,
and trigger pull weight is higher than at SA mode of fire.

Decocking

Serves for the lowering of the hammer from the cocked position to the hammer safety
notch position. There is no necessity to manipulate the trigger and hammer manually. This
device is especially useful when a cartridge is loaded in the chamber. In this state, when the
hammer is decocked, the pistol is safe for all normal handling and yet is ready for immediate
use.

Firing Pin Safety

The firing pin safety keeps the firing pin blocked until the trigger is pulled. This safety
device minimizes the risk of accidental discharge through mishandling such as when a
loaded pistol is dropped.

Safety Stop on the Hammer

A half-cock safety notch is on the hammer so as to prevent it from striking the firing pin
when the hammer is manually cocked, and a thumb could slip. When the hammer is on the
safety stop, it is not leaning against the firing pin stop, but its position is further back.

Note

:

The CZ 85 COMBAT version uses a trigger incorporating an adjusting screw (located
on its upper part) for overtravel regulation. The screw has been set by the manufacturers to
its optimum position and secured by an adhesive. If you change the setting, check the
trigger mechanism operation carefully and secure it again with an adhesive.