EAA IZH-43KH Instruction Manual

EAA MODEL

Armory Corp. 402 Richard

Road Rockledge, FL. 32955

IZH43KH SIDE-BY-SIDE

COCKING HAMMER

SHOTGUN

WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

European American Armory Corp.

3855 North U.S. Highway 1

Cocoa, Florida 32926

[phone]

www.eaacorp.com

E-mail: [e-mail]

© Copyright 2004

EAA MODEL:

IZH43KH SIDE-BY-SIDE

COCKING HAMMER SHOTGUN

WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL NUMBER BARREL LENGTH GAUGE

IZH43KH 20" 12

TYPE FINISH

SIDE-BY-SIDE BLUE / NICKEL

SHOTGUN CASE COLOR

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Weight (average) - 20" = 6.3 Lbs

Overall Length - 35.8"

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS, this owner’s manual
contains important warnings, instructions and safety procedures which must be
understood BEFORE using this firearm. Read the ENTIRE MANUAL and if you
do not understand any part of it or the operation of your shotgun, stop and seek
professional firearms instructions. You can get a copy of this manual from
European American Armory Corp. upon request.

Record the serial number of your firearm (located under the top lever):
# ___________________________________________________________

and a description of it:

____________________________________________________________

Make a copy of this manual, proof of purchase/sales record for safekeeping in a
secure safe or fireproof container. Such proof is necessary if the firearm is
damaged, stolen or sent in for warranty repair.

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W A R N I N G !

**YOU RISK PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH BY HANDLING THIS FIREARM**

Before handling any firearm, make sure you know the safety procedures and
most importantly, keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction.

Before handling this firearm, read, understand and follow the instructions in this
manual. Always keep this manual with the firearm. If you lend, give or sell this
firearm, be sure the manual goes with it. If there is anything you do not understand,
seek advice from someone qualified in safe handling of firearms. You must ALWAYS
obey the following warnings, instructions and safety procedures:

1. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

2. Firearms should be unloaded and secured when not actually in use.

3. Don’t rely on your firearm’s safety.

4. Be sure of your target and what’s beyond it.

5. Use only proper ammunition matching the precise gauge of your specific
shotgun.

6. If your shotgun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle with care.

7. Always wear ear and eye protection when shooting.

8. Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting.

9. Don’t alter or modify your firearm and have it serviced regularly.

10. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of your shotgun.

11. Shoot sober!

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Type Of Ammunition To Be Used

It is suggested that high quality commercially manufactured ammunition be used
in this firearm. Avoid military surplus or old ammunition as it may not fire with
sufficient force to expel the projectile or wad from the barrel. The use of reloaded,

high pressure or hand-loaded ammunition can be dangerous and will
void the warranty.

LEAD WARNING: The actual firearm does not contain any lead; however, it does

fire ammunition which contains lead or lead compounds known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, reproductive toxicity, and other serious
physical injury. Those who discharge a firearm, stand near someone who
discharges a firearm or clean firearms are hereby warned of the dangers presented
by lead and lead compounds and should take protective health measures. Avoid
exposure to lead while handling and wash your hands after contact. Proper air
ventilation is absolutely necessary when shooting indoors.

N O T I C E

SHOTGUNS ARE CLASSIFIED AS FIREARMS OR DANGEROUS WEAPONS

and are sold by European American Armory Corp. with the specific understanding
that we are not responsible in any manner whatsoever for their safe handling or
resale under local laws and regulations.

European American Armory Corp. shall not be responsible in any manner
whatsoever for malfunctioning of the firearm, for physical injury or for property
damage resulting in whole or in part from (1) intentional or negligent discharge,
(2) improper or careless handling, (3) unauthorized modification and/or
alteration of the internal/safety mechanisms, (4) defective, improper, high
pressure, hand-loaded, or reloaded ammunition, (5) corrosion and/or lack of
proper maintenance (6) neglect, or (7) other influences beyond our direct and
immediate control. This limitation applies regardless of whether liability is
asserted on the basis of contract, negligence or strict liability (including any
failure to warn). Under no circumstance shall European American Armory
Corp. be liable for incidental or consequential damages, such as loss of use
of property, commercial loss and loss of earnings or profits.

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FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE YOUR

LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE

Get competent firearms instruction in safe handling before using this firearm.
Please ask your dealer for names of qualified instructors near you. All guns are
extremely dangerous if carelessly handled or used. Remember that the firearm
user is the primary “safety” and that reliance on any mechanical safety device
should never replace safe handling procedures.

This firearm WILL FIRE if a cartridge is in the chamber and the trigger is pulled
while the safety is disengaged.

DO NOT LOAD THIS SHOTGUN UNTIL YOU UNDERSTAND HOW IT
OPERATES. KEEP this shotgun unloaded at all times except when you are

ready to fire and are sure of your target.

ALWAYS carry this shotgun in a case or original box unloaded.
NEVER point this shotgun at anything that is not your intended target even if

the shotgun is unloaded. When loading, unloading, cleaning or handling,
always be sure the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction and always keep
your finger off the trigger.

NEVER assume any gun is unloaded. Before handling, check to make sure the
chamber is empty. See Unloading Instructions. Make sure you know that this or
any firearm is fully unloaded before displaying or handling it. When handling any
firearm, keep your fingers away from the trigger at all times until you intend to fire.

Get instructions from a competent firearms instructor before using this or any
firearm. Learn from a professional how to handle, load, unload, operate, fire and
care for your gun.

NEVER PLAY with your firearm. It is not a toy and can be a very dangerous
weapon that can cause serious personal injury or death.

Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction. Treat every gun as if it is
loaded...all the time. NEVER point any firearm (loaded or unloaded) at any person
or anything you do not intend to shoot. Always keep your gun unloaded until
ready to use and make sure that it is unloaded before cleaning.

Keep your finger OFF the trigger until you are actually aiming at the target and
ready to shoot. Learn to rest your finger outside of the trigger guard.

Never rely on a gun’s “safety” to protect you from unsafe gun handling. A safety is
only a mechanical device, not a substitute for using common sense and following
gun safety procedures.

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FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE YOUR

LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE

Never leave a gun unattended or where it could fall.
Store guns and ammunition separately beyond the reach of children. Make sure

that they are properly secured so untrained individuals and children will be denied
access to your guns and ammunition.

Test your gun’s operation and safeties only at a shooting range while the firearm
is pointed in a safe direction.

Know your target and what is beyond. Ask yourself what your projectile will hit if
it misses the target or passes through the intended target. Remember, a fired
projectile can travel over a mile (including a ricochet) and is capable of going
through walls. Never shoot at hard flat surfaces or water . . . shot will ricochet.

Guns and alcohol or drugs do not mix. Don’t take any alcoholic beverages and/or
drugs before or during shooting activities.

Never pull a gun toward you by the muzzle. Don’t climb a tree, cross a ditch or
fence with a loaded gun.

Always empty guns before entering a house, car, truck, boat, RV, camp or
any building.

When receiving a gun, always open the action and check to make sure the
chamber is unloaded.

NEVER accept anyone’s word that a gun is “unloaded” or “empty.” You should
immediately open the action and check to make sure it is unloaded.

Be careful with ALL ammunition. Even “blank” cartridges are deadly at close
range due to the muzzle blast. Make sure your ammunition is new and in good
clean condition. Do NOT oil or grease ammunition as this may damage the
cartridge primer. Do NOT tamper with or alter the standard factory ammunition.

Keep firearms unloaded when not actually in use. Load the gun only when on the
range preparing to fire and unload it before leaving the range.

Never put your hand over the muzzle of a gun.
ALWAYS WEAR protective shooting glasses and hearing protection when

using firearms.

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FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE YOUR

LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE

Spectators should be at least 10 feet behind and away from the shooter while the
shooter is loading, shooting and unloading. Spectators should wear ear and eye
protection and they should avoid distracting those shooting their firearms.

Never drop your gun. If you do drop it, unload it and check it for proper function
before using it again.

Do NOT alter or modify your gun. Don’t try to change your gun’s trigger pull,
because it may affect sear engagement and thereby cause accidental firing.

Do NOT remove any internal safety or safety device on the firearm. Safety
mechanisms are designed to help protect you from personal injury or death.

Properly maintain and keep your gun clean. Keep it in a dry place away from
other metals and water. If your gun shows sign of corrosion or improper operation,
have it serviced by a competent gunsmith.

Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction when loading and unloading your
gun. Never point the muzzle at anyone.

If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, keep it pointed down range at the
target for 60 seconds. Sometimes slow primer ignition will cause a “hang fire” and
the cartridge will go off after a short pause. If it still fails to fire, keep muzzle
pointed in safe direction and avoid exposure to the breech as you attempt to
unload your firearm.

Never let water, snow, mud or other material enter the barrel. Always be sure the
barrel is free of any obstruction.

Use the correct ammunition for your firearm. Do NOT use the wrong size or
wrong strength ammunition in your firearm.

Teach children: 1. NOT to touch guns, bullets, cartridges, shells, flares or
any explosive device and 2. That if they discover such a dangerous item or
weapon they must immediately report its location to their parents, school
teacher or police.

Remember a firearm has the capability of taking your life or the life of someone
else. Be careful with your firearm - an accident is almost always the result of not
following basic safety rules.

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Use the Security Lock Provided with your Shotgun

This shotgun comes with a security lock to assist in
protecting against unauthorized use. See Picture
A. The shotgun must be unloaded when the security
lock is in place on the shotgun. WARNING: Using
the security lock cannot substitute for securing your
firearm and ammunition in separate, locked locations.

The security lock operates as follows:

1. To open the Trigger

Lock put the Key into
the notches of the
Trigger Lock Nut and
unscrew it counter­clockwise. See

Figures 1 and 2.

Figure 1

Remove the Trigger Lock Screw.

2. To install the Trigger Lock on a side-by-side

shotgun put the Trigger Lock over the trigger guard
with the larger end of the Trigger Lock shroud
pointing toward the muzzle. Then place the
Trigger Lock Screw through the cross-slotted
hole on the side of the Trigger Lock shroud. See

Figure 3.

3. Screw the Trigger Lock Nut on the Trigger Lock

Screw (clockwise) and tighten the nut with the
key. DO NOT TIGHTEN THE NUT TOO TIGHT
OR YOU COULD DAMAGE THE LOCK SCREW.
See Figure 4.

Picture A

Figure 2

Figure 3

4. To remove the Trigger Lock, unscrew the Trigger

Lock Nut with the key and detach the Trigger

Figure 4

Lock Screw. See Figure 5.

W A R N I N G

Always store the key to the security lock: (1) in a
separate location away from the shotgun; (2) in a
secure location unknown and not accessible to
others, especially children. Whether you secure your
firearms by using the supplied security lock, a gun
lock or safe or some other mechanism, it is YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY to store your firearms in such a manner that children and
other unauthorized persons cannot gain access to them.

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Figure 5