rossi revolver User Guide

Owner’s Manual

for Rossi Revolvers

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR FIREARM

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The Rossi Revolver is equipped with the exclusive
“Taurus Security System.” The system is designed
to preclude use of the revolver when the
mechanism is engaged. It consists of an integral
mechanism located in the hammer.

When properly activated by use of the key, it
prevents the functioning of the revolver. The
engagement of the mechanism can only be done
utilizing a special key that fits the activation pin.

Engagement (Secure)

To activate the system, it is necessary to insert the
key into the activation pin and turn it clockwise until
a “click” is felt or heard (Fig. 1a). In this position, the
revolver’s mechanism is locked and the pin
protrudes above the surface of the hammer (Fig.
1b).

Disengagement (Ready-to-Fire)

To place the revolver in a firing condition, you must
insert the key in the security mechanism pin and turn
the key counter-clockwise (Fig. 2a). In this position
the top of the pin is in the same plane with the
hammer (Fig. 2b). The revolver is now ready to fire.

WARNING:

All handguns must be kept out of the reach of
children or persons not authorized to use them.
Ammunition should be kept separated from the
handgun. Never fully rely on any safety or security
mechanism. It is not a substitute for safe and
cautious gun handling. No safety or security
mechanism, however positive or well designed,
should be totally trusted. Like all mechanical
devices, the safety or security system is subject to
breakage or malfunction and can be adversely
affected by wear, abuse, dirt, corrosion, incorrect
assembly, improper adjustment, repair, or lack of
maintenance.

Moreover, there is no such thing as a safety which is
“childproof” or which can completely prevent
accidental discharge from improper usage,
carelessness or “horseplay”.

Fig. 1A

Fig. 1B

Fig. 2A

Fig. 2B

ROSSI REVOLVER WITH THE TAURUS SECURITY SYSTEM™

Owner’s Manual

for Rossi Revolvers

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR FIREARM

ALWAYS KEEP THE BARREL POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION.

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This Booklet

The safety warnings in this booklet are important. By understanding the
dangers inherent in the use of any firearm, and by taking the precautions
described herein, you can enjoy complete safety in the use of your Rossi
revolver. Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in serious injury
to you or others, as well as severe damage to the firearm or other
property.

Dangerous Weapons

Revolvers are classified as firearms or dangerous weapons and are sold by
us with the specific understanding that we are not responsible in any
manner whatsoever for their improper or negligent handling or resale
under local laws and regulations.

Rossi and/or Braztech shall not be responsible in any manner whatsoever
for malfunctioning of the firearm, or for physical injury or property
damage, resulting in whole or in part from (1) criminal or negligent
discharge, (2) improper or careless handling, (3) unauthorized
modifications, (4) defective, improper hand-loaded, or reloaded
ammunition, (5) neglect, or (6) 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 Rossi and/or Braztech
be liable for incidental or consequential damages, such as loss of use of
property, commercial loss and loss of earnings or profits.

Warning

Securing your firearm may inhibit access to it in a defense situation and
result in injury or death.

Warning

Failure to properly secure a firearm may result in injury or death.

Safety Warnings

Not Just For Beginners

Regardless of your familiarity or experience with firearms, don’t assume that
you have no need to study this manual.

The safe handling of firearms requires specialized training, discipline and
caution. Firearms, by their nature and intended function, are deadly
instruments. Accidental death or serious injury can result if they are handled
improperly or carelessly.

Firearms rarely cause accidents. Firearms accidents almost always are caused
by a failure to obey the basic rules of firearm safety. Unfortunately,
experienced shooters are found to violate these rules as frequently as
beginners. Thus the basics of safe firearms handling cannot be repeated too
often. Read, re-read and memorize the basic principles of firearms safety until
they become second nature: habits that you don’t forget.

If you have any question about your knowledge or ability to use this or any
other firearm with complete safety you should seek supervised instruction.
Personalized instruction is often available from firearm dealers, firearm clubs,
state hunter safety programs or police departments in the United States. If
none of these sources is accessible, write to the National Rifle Association,
11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 or at www.nra.org. They will assist
you.

A person with a firearm in his possession has a full-time responsibility. He
must know how to keep and use his firearm safely, and then must always take
the precautions necessary - all of them. He cannot guess; he cannot forget.
This responsibility is his alone. It cannot be passed off to someone else.

Remember: no firearm can be made accident-proof. A firearm is just a
machine, with no judgment of its own. It responds to your actions, whether
wise or foolish. The only truly effective safety device is the mind of a cautious
shooter who never forgets that a moment’s carelessness can produce
permanent tragedy.

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Firearms Are Not all Alike

Many makes and models of firearms might LOOK nearly the same. However,
they differ widely in design and operation, and in the location and function of
various controls.

Study this manual thoroughly. Educate yourself on the characteristics and
operation of your particular firearm before attempting to handle it. Do not
permit others to handle it - unless they also have done so.

You should have an instruction manual for every firearm you own. If you do
not, write the manufacturer and obtain one. Most manufacturers will gladly
send you one free. If for any reason a manual is not available, visit your
public library. Many books have been published which contain detailed
information on obsolete or discontinued firearms.

Your knowledge can prevent injuries.

Rossi firearms are designed and made to offer maximum safety
when correctly used. However, as with any other weapon, it is not
foolproof, and may become very dangerous if the following basic
recommendations are not RIGIDLY observed:

Attention

1. DANGER: Never, never-ever point any firearm, loaded or unloaded, at
anything you do not intend to shoot.

2. WARNING: Always treat every firearm as if it were loaded.

3. NOTICE: Get instruction from a competent firearms instructor before
using any firearm.

4. SAFETY FIRST: The safety is only a mechanical device, not a substitute for
common sense.

5. WARNING: Keep your finger off the trigger until you are actually aiming at
the target ready to shoot.

6. WARNING: Be certain the firearm is unloaded before cleaning.

7. WARNING: Always empty firearms before entering a place where there
are people.

8. SAFETY FIRST: Never leave a loaded firearm unattended.

9. SAFETY FIRST: Store firearms and ammunition separately beyond the
reach of children.

10. WARNING: Don’t test the safety by pulling the trigger while the safety is on
unless you are absolutely sure the firearm is empty and you are pointing
away from everyone.

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11. SAFETY FIRST: Be sure of your target and backstop before you shoot.

12. SAFETY FIRST: Firearms and alcohol or drugs don’t mix.

13. WARNING: Never pull a firearm towards you by the muzzle. Don’t climb a
tree or cross a fence with a loaded firearm.

14. DANGER: Load and unload with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

15. SAFETY FIRST: If a firearm fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, keep it
pointed at the target for at least 30 seconds. Sometimes slow primer
ignition will cause a “hang” fire and the cartridge will go off after a short
pause.

16. SAFETY FIRST: Never shoot at hard flat surfaces or water, bullet may
ricochet.

17. DANGER: When receiving a firearm always check that it is unloaded
(open cylinder and inspect all chambers), even if you saw it done
previously.

18. DANGER: Never put your hand over the muzzle of a firearm.

19. DANGER: Check ammunition to be sure it is the right size and caliber,
and that it is not dented.

20. SAFETY FIRST: Use a proper holster and draw only if you intend to shoot.

21. NOTICE: Never cock the firearm until you are ready to shoot.

22. SAFETY FIRST: Dry firing is bad for this firearm, whether the hammer
block is engaged or not.

23. DANGER: WHILE HANDLING ANY FIREARM, NEVER ALLOW IT TO POINT
AT ANY PART OF YOUR BODY OR AT ANOTHER PERSON. NO HARM
SHOULD RESULT IF YOU OBEY THIS RULE, EVEN IF AN ACCIDENTAL
DISCHARGE OCCURS.

24. CAUTION: If there is any reason to suspect that a bullet is obstructing the
barrel, immediately unload the firearm and look through the bore. It is
not sufficient to merely look in the chamber.

25. SAFETY FIRST: Treat this firearm as a precision instrument.

26. WARNING: Old or reloaded ammunition may be dangerous. We
recommend against using it.

27. WARNING: Never carry any handgun in your pocket, purse or waist-band.
Use a pistol case or proper holster with safety flap or strap.

28. DANGER: Don’t try to change your firearm’s trigger pull, because
alteration of trigger pull usually affects sear engagement and may cause
accidental discharge.

29. SAFETY FIRST: Write to us concerning any items or circumstances which
might relate to your safety and the operation of our products.

30. DANGER: Never engage a gun lock on a loaded firearm.

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Warning

Rossi revolvers are manufactured to perform properly with the original
parts as designed. It is your duty to make sure any parts you buy are
installed correctly and that neither replacements nor originals are altered
or changed. Your firearm is a complex tool with many parts that must
relate correctly to other parts. Putting a firearm together wrong or with
modified parts can result in a damaged firearm, danger and injury or
death to you and others through malfunction. Always have a qualified
gunsmith work on your firearm.

Danger:Protect Your Eyes and Ears

Always wear adequate shooting glasses

and ear plugs or “ear muff” type
protectors whenever you are shooting.

Always make certain that persons close

to you are similarly protected.

Unprotected eyes may be injured by
powder, gas, carbon residue,
lubricant, metallic particles or similar
debris which may emanate occasionally from any firearm in normal use.

Without ear protection, repeated exposure to shooting noise may lead to
cumulative, permanent hearing loss.