Remington 105 CTI User Manual

Owner’s

Manual

Instruction Book for:

Model 105 CTi

Autoloading Shotguns

IMPORT ANT!

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS BOOK BEFORE USING THE FIREARM.

Some Illustrations May Depict Cosmetic Differences

page 2 ........the ten commandments of

page 7 ........important parts of the firearm

page 10 ......how to load and unload

page 13 ......lubrication and maintenance

page 20

firearm safety

......how to obtain parts and service

A Tradition of Performance and Safety.

In 1816 Eliphalet Remington was confident he could make a flintlock that was as good or better than any he could buy. His confidence was well founded. The barrel he handcrafted set a new standard for firearm accuracy and spawned generations of products that have made Remington certainly hallmarks of Remington firearms, one factor ultimately drives their performance. Safety. Eliphalet Remington never lost sight of the fact that his rifles were potentially lethal and could kill someone if handled improperly. And after more than 180 years the same holds true for any firearm, including your new Remington. Eliphalet Remington’s first flintlock launched a proud tradition of accuracy and responsibility.

Safety is Critical to Performance.

A superbly crafted gun is only as good as the hands that hold it. You can never be too careful. Shooting accidents are often caused by careless oversights such as failing to control the direction of the muzzle, failing to fully engage the safety, leaving ammunition in the chamber or using improper loads. These oversights can result in the destruction of life, limb or property. There’s no calling back a bullet once it’s been fired, so it’s critical that you know the principles of safe gun handling and storage before you ever take your new Remington firearm out of the box.

The proper use and performance of your firearm depends on correct assembly and maintenance, so it’s critical that you familiarize yourself with the information in this instruction book. Even if you’re a veteran shooter with a collection of Remington firearms, take the time to read this literature. Not all firearms are the same. That means the first step in safe handling is to learn the features and requirements of your new Remington.

The Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety should be etched in your memory forever. Let them govern your action wherever and whenever you’re involved with firearms. In the field. On the range. Or in your home. Please take the time to review and understand these rules.

Arms America’s leading gunmaker. While performance and style are

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS OF FIREARM SAFETY

Eliphalet Remington’s first

flintlock launched a proud tradition

of accuracy & responsibility

1st COMMANDMENT

Always Keep the Muzzle Pointed in a Safe Direction.

This is the most important gun safety rule. A safe direction is one in which an accidental discharge will not cause injury to yourself or others. Never allow your gun to point at anything you don’t intend to shoot. Be especially careful when you’re loading or unloading. Treat every gun as if it were loaded. And make it a habit to know where the muzzle is pointed at all times, even when your firearm is unloaded. No one will be injured by an accidental discharge if you keep your firearm pointed in a safe direction. It’s as simple as that.

2nd COMMANDMENT

Firearms Should be Unloaded When Not Actually in Use.

Load your firearm only when you’re in the field or on the target range and ready to fire. Never let a loaded gun out of your sight or out of your hands. Unload it as soon as you’re finished shooting – before you bring it into your car, camp or home. Remember, unloading your firearm means unloading it completely, so there is no ammunition in the chamber or in the magazine. Before handling a firearm or passing it to someone else, visu-

check the chamber

ally gun’s action open when not in use. Never assume a gun is unloaded even if you were the last person to use it. Always check for yourself.

, receiver and magazine to be certain they do not contain ammunition. Always keep the

Let common sense rule when you carry a loaded gun. If you’re in a situation that could risk accidental discharge – such as crossing a fence, wading through a stream or climbing a tree – always unload your gun. Never pull or push a loaded firearm toward yourself or another person. And never carry a loaded gun in a scabbard, detached holster or gun case.

Certain firearms (including some Remington®rifles and shotguns) are equipped with internal secu- rity devices to prevent unauthorized use. In addition, some firearms owners use external devices, such as cable locks and trigger blocks, for the same purpose. Even if you use such a device, you should still keep your firearm unloaded when stored or not in use. And using internal or external devices cannot substitute, however, for securing your firearms and ammunition in a separate, locked location.

Safe storage of firearms is just as critical as safe handling. Never store guns loaded. Be

Firearms should be stored in a secure place where children cannot access them. A gun safe is an ideal

way to secure your firearm.

sure to keep your firearms in a secure place where unauthorized persons cannot get their hands on them without your knowledge.

Take special care if there are children around. Children are fascinated by guns. It’s a natural curiosity that can have tragic consequences when not properly supervised. Store your firearms in a locked gun safe or some other location that physically bars a child from gaining access.

Ammunition should be stored and locked in a location separate from your firearm. Never leave an unsecured firearm or ammunition in a closet, dresser drawer or under the bed. Remember, it is your responsibility to make sure that children and others unfamiliar with firearms cannot get access to your firearm and ammunition.

3rd COMMANDMENT

Don’t Rely on Your Gun’s Safety.

Treat every gun as if it can fire at any time, whether or not there’s pressure on the trigger. Your firearm has been carefully designed to maximize performance and safety. However, because a gun’s safety is a mechanical device, it could fail.

Human error is a more likely reason for a gun safety to fail. By mistake, you may think the safety is on when it really isn’t. Or the safety may have been disengaged without your knowledge. Or you could think your gun is unloaded when there’s actually a cartridge or shell in it. A mechanical safety is not a substitute for common sense. It’s merely a supplement to your proper handling of a firearm.

Never touch the trigger on a firearm until you are ready to shoot. Keep your fingers away from the trigger when you’re loading or unloading. And don’t pull the trigger when the safety is engaged or positioned between safe and fire.

Before using your gun, read this instruction book to understand the exact location and operation of your firearm’s safety. Even when the safety is on, maintain control of your loaded firearm and control the direction of the muzzle. In other words, don’t rely on your safety to justify careless handling. If your firearm’s internal mechanisms are broken or have been altered, your firearm may fire even when the safety is on. Remember, you and your safe gun handling practices are your gun’s best safety.

4th COMMANDMENT

Be Sure of Your Target and What’s Beyond It.

You can’t stop a shot in mid-air, so never fire unless you know exactly where your shot is going and what it will strike. Never fire at a sound, a movement or a patch of color. A hunter in camouflage can easily you pull the trigger be absolutely sure of your target and what’ behind it. Make sure the shot has a backstop such as a hillside or dense material like sand. Remember, bullets can travel great distances with tremendous velocity. Know how far your shot will go if you miss your target or the bullet ricochets.

be mistaken for a target by an impulsive shooter

. Before

5th COMMANDMENT

Use Proper Ammunition.

Every firearm is designed to use a certain caliber or gauge of ammunition. Using the wrong ammunition, mixing ammunition or using improperly reloaded ammunition can cause serious personal injury or death. And it only takes one cartridge or shotshell of the incorrect caliber or gauge, or which has been improperly reloaded, to destroy your firearm. It’s your responsibility to make sure the ammunition you use exactly matches the caliber or gauge of your gun. Refer to this instruction book to find out the specific requirements of your firearm. Always read and heed the instructions on ammunition boxes.

Confusing shells or cartridges can cause serious personal injury or death and destroy your firearm. Examine your shells or cartridges closely and use only the precise caliber or gauge for your specific firearm. For example, suppose you accidentally loaded a 20 ga. shell into a 12 ga. shotgun. Because the 20 ga. shell is too small for the chamber, the 20 ga. shell could travel down the barrel and get lodged in the bore. If you then loaded a standard 12 ga. shell behind it and fired, the 12 ga. shot will slam into the lodged 20 ga. shell and may cause the barrel to explode right in your hand. This is commonly called a 12/20 burst, and it can kill you.

Check all ammunition before you load it to make sure it matches your gun’s requirements. Every Remington cartridge and shell is head-stamped with its caliber or gauge for easy identification. Likewise, you’ll find the caliber or gauge of your new Remington firearm imprinted on the barrel.

Reloading Requires Extra Diligence.

If you’re an ammunition reloader, you are responsible for personally assuring that the loads and components of your reloaded ammunition meet your gun’s factory-tested standards. Never use ammunition which has been reloaded by someone else!

Many shooters handload as a hobby or to save money on commercial, factory-made ammunition. However, it requires a thorough knowledge of reloading procedures and a deep respect for the explosive potential of gunpowder.

Firearms are designed, manufactured and proof-tested to standards based on factory-loaded ammunition. Handloaded or reloaded ammunition that deviates, either intentionally or accidentally, from load or component recommendations can be very dangerous.

Reloaders must observe all possible safety precautions and practices related to the proper handling of explosives. Whether you’re a seasoned reloader or just starting out, you should study the subject, watch reloading demonstrations and talk to experienced reloaders.

The first rule of reloading is to always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the components you’re using. They’ll tell you to follow certain guidelines. Namely:

1. Don’t mix or substitute powders or primers.

2. Don’t use unknown or substandard components.

3. Use only suitable components that have been factory-tested by reputable ammunition, powder and bullet manufacturers.

4. Always be sure to use the manufacturer’s recommended recipe when reloading.

Not following these guidelines could result in severe injury to yourself or severe damage to your firearm. Dangerously high pressure and explosions can result from an overcharge of powder or other deviations from established reloading guidelines. Be very careful. The process of reloading exposes you to environmentally hazardous material. Lead, which is known to cause cancer and birth defects, is the most common substance in bullets and shot. It is important to handle lead bullets and shot with extreme care. Work only in a wellventilated area and always wash your hands after exposure and before eating. Never smoke while reloading.

Primers and powders are also highly toxic and flammable. So after reloading be sure to clean up all materials from your work area. Don’t leave primer or powder spills anywhere on the floor or bench top. Dispose of all waste material in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Finally, when reloading or handloading concentrate on what you’re doing at all times. Do not be distracted by talking to others, listening to the radio or watching TV while reloading. Never reload after consuming alcoholic beverages or drugs of any kind. You are working with extremely hazardous materials and you can’t risk even a few seconds of distraction. Remember for the performance and safety of your reloaded ammunition.

, if you reload, you are the ammunition manufacturer and you are responsible

6th COMMANDMENT

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If Your Gun Fails to Fire When the Trigger is Pulled, Handle With Care.

If for some reason the ammunition doesn’t fire when you pull the trigger, stop and remember the 1st Commandment of Firearm Safety – always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Keep your face away from the breech, then put the safety on, carefully open the action, unload the firearm and dispose of the cartridge safely. Remember that anytime there’s a shell in the chamber, your gun is loaded and ready to use. Even if you tried to shoot and your gun didn’t fire, treat your firearm as if it could still discharge.

7th COMMANDMENT

Always Wear Eye and Ear Protection When Shooting.

Your sight and hearing risk injury from shooting and should be protected at all times. Wear protective shooting glasses to guard against falling shot, clay target chips, powder residue, ruptured cartridge cases and even twigs and branches in the field. Also be sure to wear eye protection when you’re disassembling or cleaning a gun so that tensioned parts (like springs) and cleaning solvents don’t come in contact with your eyes. Continued exposure to shooting noise can permanently damage your hearing. On the range, where shooting volume is the loudest, be sure to use the maximum protection of a headset. And learn to use ear protection in the field, especially in confined locations like duck blinds.

8th COMMANDMENT

Be Sure the Barrel is Clear of Obstructions Before Shooting.

Before loading your gun, open the action and make sure there’s no ammunition in the chamber or magazine. Check the barrel for any obstructions or debris. Even a small amount of snow, mud, excess lubricant or grease in the bore can dangerously increase pressure and cause the barrel to bulge or burst when firing. Use a cleaning rod and patch to wipe away anti-rust compounds or any other residues or obstructions in the barrel. Never try to shoot out an obstruction by loading another shell and firing!

When firing, rely on your instincts. If the noise or recoil of your firearm seems weak, stop everything, unload your firearm and be sure nothing is lodged in the barrel. Remember the 12/20 burst? That’s what can happen when the barrel is obstructed. So always be sure you’re using the correct ammunition in your firearm and that it’s free of obstructions.

9th COMMANDMENT

Don’t Alter or Modify Your Gun and Have it Serviced Regularly.

Your firearm has been designed to operate according to certain factory specifications. You’ll jeopardize your safety and that of others around you by attempting to alter its trigger, mechanical safety or other mechanisms. So never alter or modify your firearm in any way.

Like any mechanical device, a firearm is subject to wear. It must be maintained and periodically serviced to assure optimum safety and performance. Only a qualified service facility should service, repair or modify your Remington your instruction book for instructions on how to send your firearm to the factor for the location of the nearest Remington Authorized Service Center.

Proper cleaning and lubrication are also important to firearm maintenance and are

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necessar sure that your gun is completely unloaded. And always clean the barrel from the chamber end to the muzzle when possible.

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Make it a practice to clean your bore ever and after long-term storage and no less than once a year. It’s also important to clean your gun whenever it’s been exposed to adverse conditions such as rain, dirt, mud, snow, sleet or saltwater.

For safe and dependable operation of your firearm, all parts of your gun must be properly cleaned and lubricated. Periodically inspect the internal workings of your firearm to be sure they’re clean and free of rust, unwanted dirt and debris.

Use recommended lubricants on your gun and do not over-lubricate. Excessive use of a non-recommended lubricant could adversely affect the function and safe operation of your firearm. Remember, you are responsible for the proper care and maintenance of your firearm. Failure to properly maintain your firearm can not only damage or ruin your firearm, it can expose you and others to unnecessary risks of personal injury or death.

Remington®has a wide range of firearm care products and resources for best results when cleaning your gun. Everything from solvents and lubricants to rods and patches. They’re all available from your Remington dealer.

10th COMMANDMENT

y time you’re going to shoot. Be sure to clean your entire gun before

Learn the Mechanics and Handling Characteristics of Your Firearm.

Not all guns are alike. They have different mechanical characteristics that dictate how you should carry and handle them. Anyone who plans to use a firearm should first become totally familiar with the type of firearm it is and the safe handling procedures for loading, unloading, carrying, shooting and storing it.

Before you even unpack your new Remington firearm, read this instruction book from cover to cover and familiarize yourself with the different component parts of the gun. Then read, understand and follow the Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety in this book.

WARNING!

firearms or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead, a substance known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, cancer and other serious physical injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.

Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning

SHOOT SOBER!!

There’s one other rule that must be followed when handling firearms. In fact, respect for this rule is necessary in order to effectively practice the Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety. The rule is: SHOOT SOBER! Guns and alcohol or drugs make a deadly combination. Never consume anything that would mildly impair your judgment or physical coordination when you’re using a firearm. A staggering percentage of the shooting accidents that occur every year involve alcohol or drugs. Be smart. Always shoot sober and stay alive.

WARNING!

bystander and damage to property. Do not use a firearm until you fully understand and practice the Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety. If you have any questions about the safe use of a Remington firearm, write to us at Remington Arms Company, Inc., Consumer Service, P.O. Box 700, Madison, NC 27025-0700, or call us at 1-800-243-9700.

DON’T KEEP THIS TO YOURSELF.

Now that you’re a gun owner you have the obligation to help ensure that shooting sports are safe for everyone – participants and bystanders alike. You can do that by practicing these principles of firearm safety and passing them on to others – especially new shooters. Set an example for beginners. Be a guide to their safe entry into the exciting world of shooting sports. Invest your time and patience for the love of the sport and for its future. After all, it’s your love of the sport that led you to buy a new Remington.

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Remington®Model 105 CTi™Autoloading Shotgun

Congratulations on your choice of a Remington.®With proper care, it should give you many years of dependable use and enjoyment. For best results, we recommend that you use Remington Ammunition – the ammunition used in factory testing your firearm against our exacting function and performance standards.

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This picture shows the main parts of the REMINGTON MODEL

PICTURE 1

The picture will aid in understanding the instructions in this manual. See page 12 for instructions on changing choke tubes.

105 CTi

AUTOLOADING SHOTGUN.

Stock

Receiver

Safety Mechanism

Ejection/Loading Port

Trigger

General Operation

The Remington Model 105 CTi™ is a gas-operated, autoloading shotgun. It is capable of firing multiple shots in rapid succession with each pull of the trigger. At the start of the firing cycle when a chambered shotshell (Picture 2) is discharged, the high pressure gas from behind the shot charge passes through two ports in the barrel, into the gas cylinder. The high-pressure gas forces the action sleeve and the bolt rearward, operating the action. As the

Carrier

Bolt Slide

Fore-end

Carrier

PICTURE 4

Barrel

Magazine Cap

Spent Shell

Front Sight

Muzzle

PICTURE 1

Bolt Slide

After the shell is ejected, the carrier moves the new shell released from the magazine (Picture 5) and places it in front of the bolt. Completing the cycle, the bolt moves forward chambering the new shell. See Picture 2. Once the last shell has been discharged, the bolt assembly locks in the open position.

Carrier

Bolt Slide

PICTURE 2

bolt assembly moves rearward, it extracts the spent shell from the chamber and recocks the hammer. The rate controller (not shown) regulates the speed of the bolt. Once the bolt is fully open, the carrier sweeps downward (Picture 3) ejecting the spent shell out the ejection/loading port (Picture 4).

Carrier

PICTURE 3

Bolt Slide Chamber

Spent Shell

Magazine

PICTURE 5

Important Parts of the Firearm

Serial Number, Shotshell Gauge and Length

The serial number is located on the shooter’s left side of the receiver. The gauge and length of the shotshell for your shotgun is located on the shooter’ left side of the barrel.

WARNING! Only use the specified gauge and length shotshell ammunition specified for your shotgun, designated on the barrel. See “TO LOAD YOUR FIREARM” on Page 10.

The Safety Mechanism

The safety mechanism on the Model 105 CTi™ Shotgun provides protection against accidental or unintentional discharge under normal usage when properly engaged and in good working order.

The safety mechanism is not a substitute for following the rules of safe gun handling. The cross bolt type safety prevents the trigger from being pulled when engaged in the

To engage the safety mechanism for right handed guns, push the

the trigger, to the shooter’s right until the button stops and the the Picture 6.

Safety Mechanism “SAFE” Position

Always engage the safety mechanism by moving the safety button to the shooter’s right before handling, loading or unloading the firearm.

When you are ready to FIRE the firearm, disengage the safety mechanism by pushing the safety button to the shooter’s left until the button stops and the RED BAND IS VISIBLE. now disengaged the safety and the shotgun is ready to fire.

“ON” or “SAFE” position.

“safety button” located at the rear of

RED BAND CANNOT BE SEEN.

PICTURE 6

See Picture 7. You have

PICTURE 7

See

Never pull the trigger when the safety the

“ON” or “SAFE” position.

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pulled and the safety mechanism is in the “ “FIRE” position.

Even when the safety mechanism is engaged in the “ON” or “SAFE” position careless handling can cause the firearm to fire. See the

Firearm Safety

NOTE: If desired, a left-handed shooter may have the operation of the safety mechanism reversed by the factory or a REMINGTON AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

The firearm will fire when the trigger is

Ten Commandments of

on page 2.

mechanism is in

OFF” or

The Locking Device

This firearm was originally sold with a key operated locking device to assist the owner in protecting against unauthorized use. These are storage locking devices, and the firearm should be unloaded when stored or not in use. Use of a locking device cannot substitute securing your firearm and ammunition in separate locked locations. See the

Firearm Safety

THE LOCKING DEVICE PROVIDED DOES NOT ELIMINATE THE NEED FOR SAFE GUN HANDLING AND STORAGE, INCLUDING KEEPING THIS AND EVERY GUN UNLOADED AND LOCKED IN A SAFE PLACE WHEN NOT IN USE. READ AND FOLLOW THESE AND OTHER SAFETY RULES IN THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK. FAILURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND AND OBEY THESE RULES CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. SEE THE TEN COMMANDMENTS OF FIREARM SAFETY ON PAGE 2.

Keep your locking device engaged when your firearm is not in use. Keep the keys in a secure place, inaccessible to others. tion with your firearm, which should be kept unloaded and locked in a safe place.

on page 2.

DO NOT leave your keys or any ammuni-

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The Operating Handle And Bolt Release

The operating handle is used to pull the bolt rearward to open the action. The bolt release is used to release the bolt from the locked open position. See Picture 8.

Safety Mechanism “FIRE” Position

Do not touch the trigger while moving the safety button. Your fingers and all other objects should be kept outside the trigger guard and away from the trigger until you are actually ready to FIRE.

Operating Handle

Bolt Release

PICTURE 8

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