LUBRICATION
:
Over-lubrication should be avoided at all times. A light application of Rem™ Oil helps to prevent rusting. See note below.
WARNING!
Excessive use of a non-recommended lubricant could adversely affect the
function and safe operation of your rifle. Failure to properly maintain your rifle can not
only damage your rifle, it can expose you and others to unnecessary risks of personal
injury or death.
When the firearm is to be stored, it should be carefully cleaned and thoroughly oiled. Outside
metal surfaces should be wiped with Rem™ Oil occasionally.
When the firearm is to be reused, all excess lubrication must be removed. The chamber and bore must be thoroughly swabbed clean and dry.
For safe and dependable operation of your rifle, the chamber and action must be cleaned periodically.
To Clean the Barrel
WARNING! Visually check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no cartridges in the firearm.
1. Point the rifle in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
3. Pull the operating handle rearward to engage last shot hold-open.
4. Pull the magazine latch rearward and remove the magazine from the firearm. Visually inspect chamber and
action to make sure rifle is completely unloaded.
5. Use the instructions and equipment provided in a good cleaning kit such as Remington
®
Sportsman™
Cleaning Kits. For recommendations, see your dealer or Remington Authorized Gunsmith.
6. Attach cleaning patch saturated with Brite Bore™ to cleaning rod tip.
7. Pass patch through bore several times to remove loose residue and fouling.
8. Select the correct caliber cleaning brush and attach the brush to the cleaning rod.
9. Spray bore brush with Brite Bore.
10. Push the cleaning rod through the barrel several times.
11. Remove the brush from the rod, attach tip with cleaning patch and push through the bore.
12. Repeat several times, using a new cleaning patch each time until the patch is clean.
13. Push a clean patch saturated with Rem™ Oil through the barrel.
14. Push a clean dry patch through the barrel to remove excess lubricant.
15. Apply a light application of Rem™ Oil to the outside of the barrel with a soft clean cloth.
WARNING! After cleaning, make sure the barrel is free of obstructions.
To Disassemble The Firearm For Cleaning
CAUTION: The Model 597™ or Model 597 Magnum rifle should not be disassembled beyond what is described
in this instruction book, except by the factory or a REMINGTON
®
RECOMMENDED GUNSMITH.
WARNING! Unload before cleaning. Visually check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no
cartridges in the firearm. Always wear eye protection when disassembling and reassembling the firearm.
1. Put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
2. Pull the operating handle rearward to engage last shot hold-open.
3. Pull the magazine latch rearward and remove the magazine from
the firearm. Visually check the chamber and action again to make
sure the rifle is completely unloaded.
4. Pull rearward on operating handle and release the bolt forward.
5. Remove the front and rear takedown screws, using a 1/8" Allen Wrench. See Picture 12.
6. Lift and remove the action from the stock.
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PICTURE 12