SIG SAUER SIG 551-A1 User Manual

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OWNERS MANUAL: HANDLING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM; DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL.

This instruction manual should always accompany this firearm and be transferred with it upon ownership, or when the firearm is loaned or presented to another person.

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State-By-State Warnings

Certain states require, by law, that their own specified warning notices, in larger-than-normal type be conspicuously included by the manufacturer, distributor, or retail dealer with firearms sold in that state. SIG SAUER sells its products in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Because our products may be sold in these states, we include the following:

CALIFORNIA: WARNING

“Children are attracted to and can operate firearms that can cause severe injuries or death. Prevent child access by always keeping guns locked away and unloaded when not in use. If you keep a loaded firearm where a child obtains and improperly uses it, you may be fined or sent to prison.”

ADVERTENCIA

“A los niños atraen las amas de fuego y las pueden hacer funcionar. Ellos pueden causarse lesions graves y la muerte. Evite que los niños tengan accesso a las armas de fuego guardándolas siepre con llave y descargadas cuando no las esté utilizando. Si usted tiene una arma de fuego cargada en un lugar en que un niño tiene accesso a ella y la usa indebidamente, le pueden dar una multa o enviarlo a la carcel.”

CONNECTICUT:

“UNLAWFUL STORAGE OF A LOADED FIREARM MAY RESULT IN IMPRISONMENT OR FINE.”

FLORIDA:

“IT IS UNLAWFUL, AND PUNISHABLE BY IMPRISONMENT AND FINE, FOR ANY ADULT TO STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM IN ANY PLACE WITHIN THE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE OR TO KNOWINGLY SELL OR OTHERWISE TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OR POSSESSION OF A FIREARM TO A MINOR OR A PERSON OF UNSOUND MIND.”

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MAINE:

“ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD IS A CRIME. IF YOU LEAVE A FIREARM AND AMMUNITION WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD, YOU MAY BE SUBJECT TO FINE, IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH. KEEP FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION SEPARATE. KEEP FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION LOCKED UP. USE TRIGGER LOCKS.”

MARYLAND:

“WARNING: Children can operate firearms which may cause death or serious injury. It is a crime to store or leave a loaded firearm in any location where an individual knew or should have known that an unsupervised minor would gain access to the firearm. Store your firearm responsibly!”

MASSACHUSETTS:

“WARNING FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS ATTORNEY GENERAL: This handgun is not equipped with a device that fully blocks use by unauthorized users. More than 200,000 firearms like this one are stolen from their owners every year in the United States. In addition, there are more than a thousand suicides each year by younger children and teenagers who get access to firearms. Hundreds more die from accidental discharge. It is likely that many more children sustain serious wounds, or inflict such wounds accidentally on others. In order to limit the chance of such misuse, it is imperative that you keep this weapon locked in a secure place and take other steps necessary to limit the possibility of theft or accident. Failure to take reasonable preventative steps may result in innocent lives being lost, and in some circumstances may result in your liability for these deaths.”

“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR KEEP A FIREARM, RIFLE, SHOTGUN OR MACHINE GUN IN ANY PLACE UNLESS THAT WEAPON IS EQUIPPED WITH A TAMPER RESISTANT SAFETY DEVICE OR IS STORED OR KEPT IN A SECURELY LOCKED CONTAINER.”

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NEW JERSEY:

“IT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR.”

NEW YORK CITY, NY:

“THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCK IS ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE FIREARMS STORAGE. FOR INCREASED SAFETY, FIREARMS SHOULD BE STORED UNLOADED AND LOCKED IN A LOCATION THAT IS BOTH SEPARATE FROM THEIR AMMUNITION AND INACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN AND OTHER UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS.”

NORTH CAROLINA:

Any person who resides in the same premises as a minor, owns or possesses a firearm, and stores or leaves the firearm

(i) in a condition that the firearm can be discharged and (ii) in a manner that the person knew or should have known that an unsupervised minor would be able to gain access to the firearm, is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor if a minor gains access to the firearm without the lawful permission of the minor’s parents or a person having charge of the minor and the minor:

(1)Possesses it in violation of G.S. 14-269.2(b)

(2)Exhibits it in a public place in a careless, angry, or threatening manner;

(3)Causes personal injury or death with it not in self defense; or

(4)Uses it in the commission of a crime.

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TEXAS:

“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE, TRANSPORT, OR ABANDON AN UNSECURED FIREARM IN A PLACE WHERE CHILDREN ARE LIKELY TO BE AND CAN OBTAIN ACCESS TO THE FIREARM.”

WISCONSIN:

“IF YOU LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN THE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BE FINED OR IMPRISONED OR BOTH IF THE CHILD IMPROPERLY DISCHARGES, POSSESSES, OR EXHIBITS THE FIREARM.”

Please check with your licensed retailer, state police, or local police for additional warnings, which may be required by local law or regulation. Such regulations change constantly, and local authorities are in the best position to advise you on such legal matters.

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WARNING - LOCKING DEVICES

This firearm was originally sold with a keyoperated locking device. While it can help provide secure storage for your unloaded firearm, any locking device can fail. All guns are designed to fire if they are loaded and the trigger is pulled. Therefore, never install the locking device inside the trigger guard or in any way that makes it possible to pull the trigger! Do not leave the keys in the lock.

The ultimate responsibility for secure storage of any firearm must depend upon its owner and his or her individual circumstances. Firearms should be stored unloaded, in a secure location, separate from their ammunition.

NEVER INSTALL THE LOCKING DEVICE

INSIDE THE TRIGGER GUARD

To maximize effectiveness and reduce the chances of malfunction or damage to a firearm, ALWAYS refer to the locking device’s manufacturer directions for installation and removal of the device.

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FIREARMS SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

This owner’s manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and care for your SIG SAUER® pistol properly.

Only when you are certain that you fully understand this manual and can properly carry out its instructions, should you practice loading and firing your firearm with live ammunition. Having a gun in your possession is a full-time job; you cannot guess and you cannot forget. You must know how to use your firearm safely.

If you have any doubts about your ability to handle or use this firearm safely, you should seek supervised instruction. The Sig Sauer Academy™ provides all levels of firearms safety and skill training, from beginner to expert.

For more information contact:

www.sigsaueracademy.com • [phone]

Main campus:	Epping, New Hampshire
Satellite Facilities:	Range 82, Midland, VA
	NRA Whittington Center, Raton, NM
	SAFETY MUST BE THE FIRST AND CONSTANT CONSIDERATION OF
	EVERY PERSON WHO HANDLES FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION.

For more information about safety, responsible firearms ownership, and shooting sports, contact: National Rifle

Association (NRA) of America, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030-7400 • 1-800-672-3888 • www.nra.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Topic					Page
Locking Device .					6
General Safety Information and Mechanical Characteristics . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	. .	14
1.0 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 14
1.1. Protect Your Eyes And Ears .					15
2.0 Mechanical Characteristics and Weapon Theory. . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	.15
2.1. Weapon Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	.15
2.1.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 15
2.1.2 Barrel With Receiver And Gas System. . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 16
2.1.3 Bolt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 17
2.1.4 Hand Guards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 18
2.1.5 Trigger Casing Assembly And Butt Stock. . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 19
2.1.6 Butt Stock Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	. .	21
2.1.7 Trigger Guard Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 22
2.1.8 Gas Valve Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 23
2.1.9 Sights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	. .	25
2.1.10 Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	. .	29

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Topic						Page
Operation of Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .		. 29
Operation of Safety in Select Fire Version . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	31
The Bolt Catch Lever .						35
Ammunition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 36
To Load and Fire (With Magazine) . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 40
3.0 Handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 40
3.1	Important Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	40
3.2	Loading The Rifle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .		. 41
3.3	Loading The Magazine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	42
3.4	Changing the Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	42
3.5	Reloading .					43
4.0 Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	. 44
4.1	General Weapon Function of the 551-A1. . . . . . . .	. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	44
4.1.1 Ready to Fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	.44
4.1.2 Discharging the Shot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .		. 46
4.1.3 Unlocking and Recoil of Bolt. . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . .	. .	. .	.	47

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					Topic																						Page
						4.1.4 Bolt Advance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .														. . . . . . . . . . . . .							. 50
						4.2 Trigger Functions .																					51
						4.2.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .														. . . . . . . . . . . . .							. 51
						4.2.2 Trigger Safe Position “S”. . . . . . . . . . .														. . . . . . . . . . . . .							.51
						4.2.3 Semiautomatic Fire.																					51
						4.2.4 3-Round Burst Control System .																					53
						4.2.5 Full Auto Fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .														. . . . . . . . . . . . .							.56
					To Unload Magazine and Rifle . . . . . . . . . . . . .															. . . . . . . . . . . .							. 59
					5.0 Unloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .															. . . . . . . . . . . . .							60
						To Extract and Eject a Chambered Cartridge. . . . . .														. . . . . . . . . . . . .							61
						To Clear a Malfunction (“Jam”) . . . . . . . . . . .														. . . . . . . . . . . .							. 62
					6.0 Procedures In Case Of Malfunction. . . . . . . . . . . . . .															. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .							62
						To Minimize Malfunctions (“Jams”) . . . . . . . . .														. . . . . . . . . . . . .							. 64
						To Disassemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .														. . . . . . . . . . . . .							65
					7.0 Field Strip Disassembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . .															. . . . . . . . . . . . .							65
						7.1 Reassembly .																					72
						7.2 Function Check .																					75
					Magazine Inspection and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . .															. . . . . . . . . . . .							. 78

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Topic		Page
Care and Cleaning .		79
Transportation & Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	79
8.0 Sight Options.		81
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		82
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	84
9.0 Maintenance .		84
9.1 Cleaning.		85
Service and Parts Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	86
Shipping Firearms for Repair .		88
Ordering Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		90
10.0 Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. 91
10.1 SIG551-A1 Parts List.		92
SIG551-A1 Parts Diagram.		93
10.2 SIG551-A1 Select Fire Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	94
SIG551-A1 Select Fire Parts Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	95
The Basic Rules of Safe Firearms Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		96
Warranty Information .		97

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WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE

ARE FOUND WITHIN THIS MANUAL

Locking Devices	6	Loading	41
Alterations	13	Firing	44, 58
Sights	27	Unloading	60
Manual Safety	30, 34	Storage	80
Ammunition	36, 39	Parts Purchasers	87
Lead Exposure	39	Shipping	89
Handling	40, 58

OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL

FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.

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WARNING - ALTERATIONS

This product was designed to function properly in its original condition. Alterations can make it unsafe. Do not alter any part or add or substitute any parts or accessories not manufactured by SIG SAUER Inc.

DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

1.0 Safety Information

The safety warnings in this manual 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 rifle. 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. SIG SAUER Inc. shall not be responsible in any manner whatsoever for malfunctioning of the firearm, 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)corrosion;

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 SIG SAUER Inc. 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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1.1 Protect Your Eyes And Ears

Always wear safety glasses and ear plugs or “earmuff” 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.

2.0. Mechanical Characteristics and Weapon Theory

2.1 Weapon Description

2.1.1 General

The SIG551-A1 Rifle is a gas operated weapon with a rotary bolt mechanism capable of semi-automatic, three round burst or automatic operation. Semi-automatic means one round will fire each time the trigger is pulled until the magazine is emptied of ammunition. Three round burst means 3 rounds will fire whenever the trigger is depressed and held. Automatic means the rifle will continue to fire as long as the trigger is depressed or the magazine is emptied of ammunition. Releasing the trigger in three round burst or automatic fire mode will interrupt the firing cycle. The

rifle is chambered in 5.56mm NATO and is compatible with .223 Remington ammunition.

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2.1.2 Barrel With Receiver And Gas System

The barrel is mechanically mated to the receiver. The flash suppressor is screwed onto the muzzle end of the barrel which features a 0.5 x 28 TPI thread pattern. The gas block, which is fixed on the barrel, contains the gas port, locates the gas system (gas tube and operating rod), accepts the front sight and also serves as support for the hand guards. The receiver guides the bolt and bolt carrier, and houses the locking system. An accessory mounting rail is fixed to the upper part of the receiver, providing an attachment point for sighting systems and other accessories.

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2.1.3 Bolt

The bolt consists of two main parts:

•Bolt Carrier

•Bolt Head

a.Bolt Carrier: The bolt carrier guides the bolt head, controls the locking and unlocking by means of the cam, holds the operating rod, and cocks the hammer.

b.Bolt Head: The bolt head locks the bolt assembly, houses the firing pin and extractor and feeds the cartridges from the magazine to the chamber.

Bolt Carrier

Bolt HEAD

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2.1.4 Hand Guards

The hand guards protect the barrel and the gas system from damage and provide protection from burning. The integrated accessory mounting rails provide attachment points for various devices, such as lights, lasers, sights, and bipods.

	Polymer HanDguarD
			Pre-DrilleD For
			oPtional m1913 rail Kit

aluminum QuaD rail

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2.1.5 Trigger Casing Assembly and Butt Stock

The trigger casing assembly contains the internal components of the firing and safety mechanisms, bolt catch, magazine well, magazine release, and butt stock assembly.

The safety lever, located on both sides of the trigger casing, can be set to four positions (Auto or 2 position Semi-only): Position “S”: The weapon is locked in the safe position.

Position “F”: The weapon will fire semi auto.

Position “3”: The weapon fires 3-round burst. After each burst, the trigger must be released and then pulled again. Position “A”: The weapon fires in the full auto mode.

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leFt SiDe

SaFety leVerS
PreSSure		PiVot Pin
Point SCreW
				SaFety leVerS
Butt StoCK
	trigger
PiStol griP	trigger guarD	magaZine Well
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The trigger guard may be released from its normal position to make the trigger accessible for shooting with gloves. For safety reasons the trigger guard must not be released until just before firing the weapon, and after firing should be immediately returned to the normal (closed) position.

CAUTION: Be careful of accidental discharges when inserting gloved fingers into the trigger guard.

The SIG551-A1 rifle is equipped with a side folding stock, featuring integral sling attachment point and a rubber recoil pad.

Sling attaCHment

reCoil PaD

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2.1.6 Butt Stock Operation

StoCK latCH

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2.1.7 Trigger Guard Operation

1.The trigger guard opens to accommodate firing the rifle with gloves or mittens.

2.To open the trigger guard, depress the spring loaded pin on the front right and rotate downward.

3.When glove access is no longer required, rotate the trigger guard back into place, depressing the spring loaded pin and ensure the trigger guard is locked closed.

DePreSS

Button SWing

DoWnWarD

WARNING: Do not manipulate the trigger guard unless the rifle’s safety lever is on “S” (SAFE) and unloaded.

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2.1.8 Gas Valve Position

The gas volume required for the function of the SIG551-A1 rifle can be controlled by the gas valve. The gas valve has two positions:

a. Position 1 (Rib of gas valve in vertical position).

Under normal conditions, the gas valve should remain in Position 1. This will give the best all-around performance and function.

b. Position 2 (Rib of gas valve in the slanted position).

		PoS 2 - riB SlanteD
	PoS 1 - riB VertiCal
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When cycling or ejection problems are encountered due to heavy fouling, the gas valve can be moved to Position 2 by rotating clockwise as far as the stop. In this position, a larger gas volume is released against the operating rod. The need to use the gas valve in Position 2 is an indication that the rifle requires cleaning.

CAUTION: In the case of a hot or heavily fouled weapon, use a cartridge or auxiliary aid to prevent burns to your fingers.

CAUTION: Firing with the gas valve in Position 2 is an exception. As soon as normal function returns, the gas valve must be returned to Position 1. Continued operation with the gas valve in Position 2 will increase recoil and place unnecessary stress on the rifle. The rifle should be cleaned as soon as conditions permit.

WARNING: Always ensure the rifle is unloaded and clear of ammunition when manipulating the gas valve.

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2.1.9 Sights

The SIG551-A1 rifle features integrated accessory mounting rails on the upper receiver and hand guards. These rails may be used for attaching a variety of sighting systems, both optical and fixed. The accessory rails are compatible with all Picatinny standard mounting systems. Some models feature “emergency” flip up blade sights as a standard option. These sights are designed to provide a backup aiming solution in the event your optics should fail but are certainly capable of be used as the sole sighting system for the rifle.

Windage (left / right) adjustment:

Windage adjustments are made by rotating the front sight screw left or right. The adjustment screw head is located on the left side of the front sight assembly. Adjustments are made using a 4mm allen key, available at any hardware store.

-Rotate front sight screw right (clockwise) to move impact right.

-Rotate front sight screw left (counter-clockwise) to move impact left.

One full rotation of the front sight screw will move the impact of the rounds approximately 1” at 100 yards.

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Elevation (up / down) adjustment:

Elevation adjustments are made by raising or lowering the sight plate, inset on the back side of the rear sight blade.

-Loosen the phillips head screw

-Move the sight plate in the direction required for adjustment.

-Tighten the phillips head screw.

-Slide rear sight blade up to move impact up.

- Slide rear sight blade down to move impact down.

One mark of movement on the rear sight blade will move the impact of the rounds approximately 3/4” to 1” at 100 yards.

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WARNING - SIGHTS

Do not adjust or otherwise manipulate any sight system on the rifle without first confirming the magazine is removed, the rifle is on “SAFE” and fully unloaded.

Failure to heed this warning could result in unintentional discharge, resulting in injury or death.

UNLOAD RIFLE BEFORE MANIPULATING SIGHTS.

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Emergency sight deployment

The rifle’s emergency sight are normally stored in a “stowed” condition to protect them from damage and prevent interference with optical sighting systems.

To deploy the emergency sight for use, do the following:

1. Flip the rear sight blade into the “up” position. The rear sight blade is held in position by spring tension.

3. When the emergency sight is no longer required, rotate the rear sight blades to the stowed position.

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2.1.10 Magazine

The rifle ships with our Swiss transparent magazine. If more than one magazine is purchased, they can be attached together by integral clips built into the magazine body.

OPERATION OF SAFETY

The SIG551-A1 has a manual safety which is located on the left and right side of the trigger casing, just forward of the pistol grip and above the trigger. The safety levers may be operated from either side.

SaFety leVer (leFt & rigHt SiDe oF PiStol)

leFt SiDe VieW

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The safety is “ON” when the safety lever is in the “S” (SAFE) position and the trigger guard is closed. In this position, the rifle cannot be fired with a normal pull of the trigger.

The safety lever should always be in the “S” (SAFE) position except when the shooter is actually firing the rifle. The safety lever should be moved to the “S” (SAFE) position whenever the shooter ceases firing, even temporarily.

The safety is “OFF” when the safety lever is in the “F” (FIRE) position. When the safety lever is in the “F” (FIRE) position the rifle will fire in the semi-automatic mode each time the trigger is pulled until all the ammunition is expended.

MANUAL SAFETY ON

MANUAL SAFETY OFF

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