Walther Colt M4 Instruction Manual
SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
USAFront Sight
M4 / M16
Self loading rifle
Cal. .22L.R.
Handguards
Muzzle
Handguards
Rear Receiver PinCompensator
Carry Handle
Ejection Port Cover
Magazine
GripTrigger Buttstock Latch
Buttstock
Safety
Charging Handle
Upper Receiver
Lower Receiver
Rear Sight
Magazine Release
Trigger Guard READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS IN THIS
MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM.
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MADE BY CARL WALTHER
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CONTENTS
No. Contents Page
Identification 1
Safety Rules 3 - 11
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Safety Operating Instructions 12
2
Inspection 13
3
Loading the Firearm 14
4
Insertion of the first Cartridge 14 - 15
5
Firing 15
6
Decocking the Hammer 15-16
7
Firearm with empty Magazine 16
8
Unloading 16
9
Clearing Misfires 17
10 Settings - Sights, Stock, Bolt Speed 17 - 19
11 Mounting a telescopic Sight 19
12
Field stripping the Firearm 19 - 20
13
Cleaning 20
14 Storage 20
15
Repair 21
16 Warranty 21 - 22
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Technical Data 23
18
Exploded view / Parts 24 - 25
19
Variants / Accessories 26 - 27
Contact back
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YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIY
SAFETY IS YOUR NUMBER ONE RESPONSIBILITY!
AT HOME, IN THE FIELD, AT THE RANGE, OR ANYWHERE, THE FIRST CONCERN OF EVERY FIREARM OWNER SHOULD BE SAFETY. APPLY THE
FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES IN EVERY SITUATION, WITH ANY KIND OF FIREARM.
YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL OF THESE SAFETY RULES TO ENSURE THE SAFE USE OF YOUR FIREARM
SAFE GUN HANDLING IS YOUR PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY!
SAFE USE OF A FIREARM IS YOUR PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL OF THESE BASIC SAFETY RULES MAY
RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS. YOU ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT SAFETY DEVICE WHEN IT COMES TO
THE USE OF YOUR FIREARM. CARL WALTHER GMBH AND UMAREX USA WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT RESULTS FROM:
(1) THE CRIMINAL OR NEGLIGENT USE OF THIS FIREARM;
(2) A DISREGARD OF THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS;
(3) IMPROPER OR CARELESS HANDLING OF THIS FIREARM;
(4) THE USE OF NON-STANDARD, DEFECTIVE, IMPROPER OR RELOADED AMMUNITION; OR
(5) IMPROPER OR NEGLIGENT MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIR TO THE FIREARM.
YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY
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- SAFE GUN HANDLING IS YOUR PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY at all times.
Firearms are dangerous and can cause serious injury or death if they are misused or used inappropriately. Safety must be the first
consideration of anyone who owns or handles firearms.
- YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR FIREARM SAFETY AT ALL TIMES.
You must undertake full-time responsibility for your firearm`s safety and security. You must protect yourself and all
others against injury or death from misuse of the firearm
- SAFE FIREARM STORAGE IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
You must secure firearms safely from children and unauthorized users. A lock has been provided for use with this firearm.
Never assume that the use of this lock is sufficient to safely secure your firearm. You must always evaluate your personal situation and
employ the security system(s) that meet your needs and prevent children and unauthorized user from gaining access to your firearm.
- Accidents are the result of violating the rules of safe gun handling and common sense.
- For your safety and the safety of others, NEVER RELY ON MECHANICAL FEATURES ALONE.
Only your safe gun handling habits will ensure the safe use of the firearm.
This is your responsibility.
- NEVER KEEP AMMUNITION IN THE SAME LOCATION AS THE FIREARM.
Store in a separate and secure place.
- DO NOT ALTER, MODIFY OR REPLACE ANY OF THE PARTS OF THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF YOUR
FIREARM
All work must be performed by a qualified gunsmith. If you do otherwise, improper functioning may occur
and serious injury may result.
- NEVER MANIPULATE, ADJUST OR CHANGE ANY OF THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF
YOUR FIREARM
including the firing pin, sear, or drawbar. Improper manipulation of any internal component may
affect the safety and reliability of your firearm and may cause serious injury.
YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIY
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YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY
- READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR FIREARM
WARNING: THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE BASIC FIREARM SAFETY RULES MAY RESULT IN AN UNINTENDED DISCHARGE WHICH
COULD CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND OTHERS.
- BEFORE HANDLING ANY FIREARM, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATION.
Not all firearms are the same. Familiarize yourself with the mechanical features of any firearm you intend to use. If you
feel uncertain about any operational aspects of your firearm, please contact Umarex USA before proceeding with its operation.
- ALWAYS SAFELY STORE AND SECURE YOUR FIREARM.
Safe and secure storage of your firearm is one of the most important responsibilities of firearm ownership.
It is a full-time responsibility. You must always secure your firearm and ammunition separately so that they are not
accessible to children or other unauthorized persons. (See Safe Storage Instructions in this manual).
- ALWAYS KEEP YOUR FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION.
Never point at anyone or anything you do not intend to shoot whether or not the firearm is loaded. This is particulary important
when loading, unloading, or field stripping the gun. ALWAYS control the direction of the muzzle.
- NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGER ON THE TRIGGER OR INSIDE THE TRIGGER GUARD UNLESS YOU INTEND TO
FIRE. Ensure that other objects do not touch the trigger.
- ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS BEYOND IT.
Always be sure of where the bullet will strike and shoot only where there is a safe backstop free of obstructions, water
or other surfaces which can cause ricochets. Think of what the bullet may hit if it misses the target or ricochets. Do not fire into the sky.
- NEVER DISASSEMBLE YOUR FIREARM OR MANIPULATE THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF YOUR FIREARM
beyond the field stripping procedure outlined in this manual. Improper disassembly or manipulation of your
firearm may be dangerous and can lead to serious injury or death.
- NEVER CARRY OR STORE A FIREARM with the hammer or striker in the cocked position.
- NEVER ALLOW YOUR FIREARM TO BE USED BY INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE NOT READ OR DO NOT UNDERSTAND THESE FIREARM
SAFETY RULES
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- BE SURE ALL ACCESSORIES, SUCH AS HOLSTERS AND GRIPS, ARE COMPATIBLE
with the firearm and that the accessories do not interfere with the safe operation.
- ALWAYS USE THE CORRECT AMMUNITION FOR YOUR PARTICULAR FIREARM
as indicated by the marking on the barrel or receiver. Never use non-standard, reloaded, or “handloaded” ammunition which has
not been subjected to internal ballistic pressure testing.
- ALWAYS HAVE ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead
and other substances known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and other serious physical injury. Review the
warning and labels for all ammunition and cleaning products carefully.
- NEVER USE ALCOHOL OR DRUGS BEFORE OR WHILE SHOOTING.
Do not use your firearm if you are on any medication which impairs, even slightly, your mental physical ability.
- ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION SPECIFIED FOR FIREARM USE
every time you discharge your firearm. Make sure others in the vicinity of where you will be shooting wear protection as well.
- NEVER ALLOW ANY ALTERATION OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS IN YOUR FIREARM UNLESS
PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED GUNSMITH.
If you do otherwise, improper functioning of your firearm may occur and serious injury or
death may result.
- NEVER CROSS OBSTACLES SUCH AS FENCES OR STREAMS WITH A LOADED FIREARM.
- Firearm safety training is available. Contact your dealer, law enforcement agency, local sportman`s club, or the NRA for availability.
- APPROPRIATE USE FOR YOUR FIREARM MEANS USING YOUR FIREARM FOR LEGAL PURPOSES.
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YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY
SAFE STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION
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WARNING:
SAFE AND SECURE STORAGE OF YOUR FIREARM IS ONE OF THE
MOST IMPORTANT RULES OF FIREARM SAFETY. YOUR FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS.
- You must always secure your firearm and ammunition separately so that they are not
accessible to children or other unauthorized persons.
- Safe and secure storage and transportation of your firearm is your responsibility.
It is a full-time responsibility.
- YOU SHOULD ALWAYS SECURE YOUR FIREARM IN A MANNER THAT WILL
PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS. ALWAYS STORE YOUR FIREARM
UNLOADED.
Your firearm and ammunition should be stored separately and in a manner
inaccessible to children and unauthorized persons.
- ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN THAT YOUR FIREARM IS SAFELY SECURED IN A MANNER SO AS TO PREVENT
UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO THE FIREARM. CARL WALTHER HAS PROVIDED A LOCK FOR THIS PURPOSE.
Please read and follow the instructions for the use of this lock. There are other alternative locks and
safe storage containers available in the marketplace which may be appropriate for your particular needs.
Consult your local gunshop, hardware store or local police department for guidance on the variety of other safe storage
devices or practices which may be appropriate for your particular needs. By purchasing this firearm you have taken
on the responsibility of safely securing the firearm at all times and preventing its unauthorized use. Never assume that
the use of only a lock is sufficient to safely secure your firearm. It is your personal responsibility to select and use
whatever measure or practices that will best enable you to be absolutely certain that your firearm is secure at all times.
You are responsible to determine witch devices or practices are appropriate
for the safe storage of your firearm and your ammunition.
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NEVER LOCK A LOADED FIREARM AND NEVER LOAD A LOCKED FIREARM
- NEVER ASSUME THAT A ``HIDING`` PLACE IS A SECURE STORAGE METHOD.
Others may be aware of your storage location or come upon it by chance. It is your personal responsibility to use common sense when
storing and securing your firearm and ammunition and to always make sure that it is not accessible to children or other unauthorized
persons. Always make sure your firearm is unloaded before storing.
- ALWAYS FOLLOW THE LAW!!
You must be familiar with all local, state, and federal laws regarding the safe discharge, storage and transportation of your firearm.
Failure to know and follow the law may result in unauthorized access or use of your firearm by another. Obey all laws relating to the
storage and transportation of firearms. Your local police department or gunshop will furnish you with available information
on storing and/or transporting a firearm legally.
- NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM.
When transporting your firearm, be sure it is unloaded and the cylinder or action is open.
- YOUR FIREARM IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Protect your firearm from theft or misuse by untrained or unqualified individuals.
PREPARATION FOR FIRING
THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE FIREARM SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS.
- ALWAYS WEAR ADEQUATE AND PROPER EAR PROTECTION SPECIFIED
FOR FIREARM USE to prevent permanent damage to your hearing. Make sure others who are nearby are wearing ear protection as well.
- ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES SPECIFIED FOR FIREARM USE, whether indoors or out. Safety glasses should protect
your eyes from the firing flash and particles associated with the discharge of ammunition. Failure to do so creates a risk of
personal injury from particle or debris spitting or ricochets.
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YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIY
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YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY
- NEVER SHOOT AT HARD SURFACES, WATER OR UP INTO THE SKY.
Always select a place to shoot that has a safe backstop and is free from obstruction and water surfaces which cause
ricochets.
- ALWAYS BE AWARE OF PEOPLE AROUND YOU so that persons cannot accidentally walk into the line of fire.
- ALWAYS POSITION THE SHOOTER SO THAT ALL OTHERS ARE OUT OF THE LINE OF FIRE
and are not within an area where they may be struck by ricochets, or by ejected cases from other types of firearms.
- ALWAYS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER PARTS OF YOUR BODY AWAY FROM THE MUZZLE AND AWAY FROM THE FIREARM BOLT AND
EJECTION PORT.
- ALWAYS BE ALERT AND ALWAYS FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OF FIRING RANGE OFFICER.
- ALWAYS BE SURE THAT ALL ACTIONS OF FIREARMS ARE OPEN, THAT CHAMBERS ARE CLEAR
OF AMMUNITION, MAGAZINES ARE REMOVED, AND THE FIREARM IS POINTING IN A SAFE DIRECTION.
- ALWAYS BE ALERT.
Never shoot if you are tired, cold or impaired in any way.
- ALWAYS TREAT YOUR FIREARM AS IF IT WERE LOADED.
- NEVER USE ALCOHOL OR DRUGS BEFORE OR WHILE SHOOTING.
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