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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CZ-USA Shotguns

Before handling the firearm read this manual carefully and observe the following safety instructions.

Improper and careless handling of the firearm 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 firearm 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 firearm carefully at the time of
purchase to ensure that it is unloaded and undamaged.

This instruction manual should always accompany the firearm and that even in the case of its loan or sale.

CONTENTS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15
THE SHOTGUNS DESCRIPTION AND
TERMINOLOGY 17
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 18

Ammunition 18

Loading of the Shotgun 18

Reloading During Shooting 19

Unloading of the Shotgun 19

The Safety and its Operation 19

Changing the Magazine Tube Capacity 20

Sight Adjustment 20

Scope 20

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Choke Tubes 21

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 22

Stripping for Cleaning - Disassembly 22
Shotgun Assembly 22
Cleaning the Rifle 23
Cleaning the Barrel Bore and the Cartridge
Chamber 23
Cleaning of Other Rifle Parts 23
Preserving 24

Waste Management 24
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 25
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS 26

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

2. Never point your firearm 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 firearm is not loaded before laying it down, or handing it to another person.

5. Always store your firearm unloaded with the striking mechanism released.

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

7. Never leave a loaded firearm unattended.

8. Prior to loading the firearm make sure that barrel bore, chamber, and action are clean and clear of obstructions. Clean a dirtied
firearm immediately so that it will function properly and safely.

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

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

11. Always wear safety glasses and ear protection during shooting whenever possible.

12. Always keep the safety on when the firearm is loaded with cartridge in the chamber, until you are ready to fire. Keep firearm pointed
in a safe direction when disengaging the 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.

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

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

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

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 non-existent, have the firearm examined by a competent
gunsmith.

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

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

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

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

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THE SHOTGUNS DESCRIPTION AND TERMINOLOGY

The CZ-USA shotguns with barrels configuration made as double barrelled over and under, side-by-side and single barrelled semi­automatic shotgun are designed for hunting and shooting sports when used with ammunition of 12 or 20 gauge conforming to CIP
regulations (International Proof Commission for Firearms and Ammunition) or SAAMI (Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’
Institute Inc. of the United States). These shotguns can be shot with shells containing lead and also steel pellets. Markings of the firearm,
gauge and cartridge chamber length are stated on the side of barrel sleeve.

The O/U shotguns line includes following models, i.e. Mallard, Redhead, Woodcock, Canvasback and Sporting. The Ringneck model
is made as side-by-side (SxS) shotgun. The model supplied under designation of the CZ 712 is designed as a semi-automatic shotgun.

The parts and components of these firearms’ barrelled action are made of high-grade construction steel. The surface is protected by
alkaline oxidation. The gunstock and forend are made of walnut wood and their gripping surfaces are provided with checkerings.

Characteristic features of all versions are:

- comfortable grip and balance in either hand

- the firearm is well-balanced and consequently quick and easy to aim

- good results at instinctive shooting (without aiming)

- low trigger pull weight

- high accuracy of fire

- long service life

- high reliability

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