Browning Gold Fusion Shotgun Owners Manual

							cleaning requires removal of only the barrel from the receiver (cleaning the
barrel), and the removal of several gas system components. A complete
cleaning requires removal of the bolt and trigger group.PERIODIC OILING Ordinary good judgment will 
indicate that the metal parts of
a gun should receive a light film 
of oil after the gun has been
exposed to weather or handling.
Occasionally, a small drop of light
gun oil may be placed inside the
receiver on the rails on which the
bolt slides (See Figure 11), and on
the surface of the magazine tube.
This will help to relieve friction 
and ensure smooth operation.
If the gun has been exposed to a lot of dust, dirt, mud or water, the
principal working parts including the gas system, should be wiped
clean and lubricated with a light film of oil.Two containers of oil
have been provided with your Gold Fusion. Use the oil designated for
the mechanical mechanism on the working parts and metal finishes.
Use the oil indicated for the wood or stock to lightly wipe down the
wood stock and forearm. Do not interchange these two oils.DO NOT POUR LARGE QUANTITIES OF OIL INTO THE ACTION. EXCESS OIL
WILL RUN BACK INTO THE WOOD OF THE STOCK AND CAUSE SOFTENING
OF THE WOOD, WITH CONSEQUENTIAL LOOSENING OF THE STOCK.CLEANING THE BARREL1
BE CERTAIN YOUR SHOTGUN’S MAGAZINE, FEED MECHANISM AND 
CHAMBER ARE UNLOADED. PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE “ON SAFE”  
POSITION AND LOCK THE BOLT TO THE REAR. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE
SAFETY GLASSES DURING ALL DISASSEMBLY AND CLEANING PROCEDURES.
2 Remove the barrel so that it can be cleaned from the breech end 
(See “Disassembly” on  page  13).
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FIGURE 11Place a drop of light gun oil inside the receiver
on the rails.
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							3 Using a shotgun cleaning rod with tip and patch large enough for 
a snug fit in the bore, insert the rod and patch in the breech end of
the barrel and run back and forth through the bore several times.
Remove and wipe the Invector tube, threads and barrel threads with 
a brass or nylon brush and lightly oil.
4 Inspect the bore from both ends for leading by looking through the
bore toward light. Leading will appear as dull longitudinal streaks 
and is usually more predominant near the muzzle and just forward 
of the chamber.
5 A normal amount of leading can be expected with today’s high-
velocity loads and improved wads but this is not serious. If or when
leading should become heavy, it can be removed with a brass bore
brush. Make sure a choke tube is installed. Spray the bore or the bore
brush with a good powder solvent, and scrub the bore until leading is
removed. To prevent brass bristles from breaking off, the brush should
be pushed completely through the bore before being withdrawn.
6 After leading has been removed, the bore should be wiped dry 
with a clean patch, and then a lightly oiled patch run through it for
preservation.
7 Reassemble barrel and wipe all exposed metal surfaces with an 
oiled cloth making sure to wipe gun clean of all finger marks where
moisture will accumulate.
8 The barrel and action should be inspected to assure that all cleaning
patches have been removed and not inadvertently left in the barrel or
action.
9 The wood surfaces can also be lightly wiped with the oil provided or
they can be polished with any quality furniture wax (but not both).Do
not use the oil provided for mechanical mechanismsfor the wood.CLEANING THE ACTION AND TRIGGER GROUP 1  When the action becomes excessively dirty, remove the trigger group
and bolt assembly from the receiver as explained under “Full
Disassembly” on page 12. Clean with the oil provided for the 
mechanical mechanismor a gun solvent as necessary, using an old
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							toothbrush to loosen any caked-on grime. Wipe the receiver cavity
clean. Lightly oil the cavity  and wipe it dry. No further disassembly 
is required for cleaning.
2  Reassemble the trigger group, bolt assembly, gas system and the 
barrel to the receiver as explained previously. Then wipe all exposed
metal surfaces with an oiled cloth, making sure to wipe clean all 
finger marks where moisture will accumulate.
3  The barrel and action should be inspected to assure that all cleaning
patches have been removed and not inadvertently left in the barrel 
or action.
CLEANING THE GAS SYSTEM1  Remove the gas piston and piston sleeve from the magazine tube.
Spray the magazine tube with a good quality powder solvent and
wipe clean.
2  Spray the piston and piston sleeve with powder solvent and brush it
thoroughly to remove any deposits (an old toothbrush is ideal). Spray
the inside and wipe off any buildup. It will be easier to remove the
piston sleeve spring to clean the interior of the piston sleeve. NEVER
use a steel brush on any of the gas components.
3 Complete the cleaning of the gas system by applying a very light film
of oil (provided) to all parts for protection and lubrication.DO NOT TAKE YOUR GUN’S ACTION APART BEYOND WHAT IS EXPLAINED
IN THIS MANUAL.
This is a specialized, finely fitted mechanism; an
attempt to remove the inner mechanism may mar it for life. It is
unnecessary, and may do damage to the inner mechanism, to 
disassemble it for routine cleaning and oiling. Of course, misfortunes
(such as dropping your gun in water) require appropriate attention,
and in such circumstances we recommend you immediately take your
gun to a competent gunsmith.
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							SERVICE OR REPAIR If your firearm should require service or repairs, we suggest you
first contact a local recommended Browning Firearms Service
Center. Contact your Browning sporting goods dealer or call our
Service Department for the address of the Service Center nearest
you. Otherwise, you may send your firearm directly to our own
Service Department. For technical questions about your firearm or
service, contact:
Browning Service Department
One Browning Place
Arnold, Missouri 63010-9406
Phone 1-800-322-4626
Canadian Customers call or write:
Browning Canada Sports Ltd./Ltee,
5617 Chemin St-François
St-Laurent, Quebec H4S 1W6
Phone: (514) 333-7261
When returning your firearm for servicing, you must do the 
following:
1. Be sure it is completely unloaded.
2. Package it securely in a cardboard container.
3. Enclose a letter with your firearm that clearly describes the 
trouble experienced and the repairs desired.
4. If convenient, send a copy of the letter to us separately.
5. Never return ammunition with your firearm. It is against postal
and most commerce regulations.
If you have any questions about this manual or about any other
Browning products, call or write our Consumer Information
Department:
Browning Consumer Information
One Browning Place
Morgan Utah 84050
Phone: (801) 876-2711
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