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European American Armory Single Barrel Shotgun Izh18 Instructions Manual
European American Armory Single Barrel Shotgun Izh18 Instructions Manual
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1IZH18 SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN WARNING AND INSTRUCTION MANUALEuropean American Armory Corp. 3855 North U.S. Highway One Cocoa, Florida 32927 (407) 639-4842 www.eaacorp.com E-mail: [email protected] © Copyright EAA Corp. 9/98
2 EAA MODEL: IZH18 SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN WARNING AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS MODEL NUMBERBARREL LENGTHGAUGES IZH1826,28, 30,3212, 20,16,410,28 TYPEFINISH SINGLE BARRELBLUE SHOTGUN GENERAL INFORMATION: Weight (average) - 28 = 6.9 Lbs. Overall Length - 43, 45,47, 49, 51 FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS, this owner’s manual contains important warnings and safety procedures which must be understood BEFORE using this firearm. Read the entire manual and if you do not understand any part of it or the operation of your shotgun, stop and seek professional firearms instructions. You can get a copy of this manual from European American Armory Corp. on request. Record the serial number of your firearm: #___________________________________________________________ and a description of it: ____________________________________________________________ Make a copy of this manual, proof of purchase/sales record for safekeeping in a secure safe or fireproof container. Such proof is necessary if the firearm is stolen or for warranty repair. Before handling any firearm, make sure you know the safety procedures and most importantly, keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction. W A R N I N G **YOU RISK INJURY OR DEATH BY HANDLING THIS FIREARM** Before handling this firearm, read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual. Always keep this manual with the firearm. If you lend, give or sell this firearm, be sure the manual goes with it. If there is anything you do not understand, seek advice from someone qualified in safe handling of firearms. W A R N I N G *This firearm should always be transported unloaded in its case.*
3 Type Of Ammunition To Be Used: It is suggested that high quality commercially manufactured ammunition be used in this firearm. Some factory ammunition works better than others and you should stick with the brand you find works well in your shotgun. Avoid military surplus or hot loaded ammo. The use of reloaded, high pressure orhand loaded ammunition will void the warranty. N O T I C E SHOTGUNS ARE CLASSIFIED AS FIREARMS OR DANGEROUS WEAPONS and are sold by European American Armory Corporation with the specific understanding that we are not responsible in any manner what -so-ever for their safe handling or resale under local laws and regulations. European American Armory shall not be responsible in any manner whatsoever for malfunctioning of the firearm, for physical injury or for property damage resulting in whole or in part from (1) intentional or negligent discharge, (2) improper or careless handling, (3) unauthorized modifications and/or alteration to the internal/safety mechanisms, (4) defective, improper, high pressure, hand-loaded, or reloaded ammunition, (5) corrosion and/or lack of proper maintenance (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 European American Armory Corporation be liable for incidental or consequential damages, such as loss of use of property, commercial loss and loss of earnings or profits. Safety Procedures: 1. We recommend that you get competent firearms instruction in safe handling before using this firearm. Please ask your dealer. All guns are extremely dangerous if carelessly handled or used. Remember that the firearm user is the primary “safety” and to depend on any mechanical devices is to be only half safe. 2. This firearm will fire if a cartridge is in the chamber and the trigger is pulled and the safety is disengaged. 3. DO NOT LOAD THIS SHOTGUN UNTIL YOU UNDERSTAND HOW THIS SHOTGUN OPERATES. KEEP this shotgun unloaded at all times except when ready to fire and you are sure of your target. 4. ALWAYS carry this shotgun in a case or original box unloaded.5. NEVER point this shotgun at anything that is not your intended target even if this shotgun is unloaded. When loading, cleaning, unloading or handling, always be sure the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction and always keep your finger off the trigger.
4 6. NEVER assume any gun is unloaded. Before handling, check to make sure the chamber is empty. See unloading Instructions and then unload any ammunition. Make sure you know that this or any firearm is fully unloaded before displaying or handling it. When handling any firearm, keep your fingers away from the trigger at all times until you intend to fire. 7. WARNING: The actual firearm does not contain any lead; however, it does fire ammunition containing lead or lead compounds known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, reproductive toxicity, and other serious physical injury. Those who discharge a firearm, stand near someone who discharges a firearm or cleans firearms are hereby warned of the dangers presented by lead and lead compounds and should take protective health measures. Avoid exposure to lead while handling and wash your hands after contact. Proper air ventilation is absolutely necessary when shooting indoors. A M M U N I T I O N W A R N I N G Old, Hot-loaded and/or re-loaded ammunition may be dangerous. Because of the poor or nonexistent quality control standards among some companies or people who make reloaded ammunition and the dangers of overloads and under loads (squib loads) which may occur, we recommend that only good quality new factory ammunition be fired in our firearms. [If you prepare your own hand loads, do NOT exceed recommended pressures in line with those generated by standard factory loads as manufactured by Remington, Winchester, Federal, PMC or other reputable companies.] Old ammunition may not fire with sufficient force to expel the projectile from the barrel. READING THESE SAFETY RULES WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE Get instructions from a competent firearms instructor before using this or any firearm. Learn from a professional how to handle, load, unload, operate, fire and care for your gun. NEVER PLAY with your firearm. It is not a toy and can be a very dangerous weapon that can cause serious personal injury or death. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction. Treat every gun as if it is loaded...all the time. NEVER point any firearm (loaded or unloaded) at any person or anything you do not intend to shoot. Always keep your gun unloaded until ready to use and make sure that it is unloaded before cleaning. Keep your finger OFF the trigger until you are actually aiming at the target and ready to shoot. Learn to rest your finger outside of the trigger guard. Never rely on a gun’s “safety” to protect you from unsafe gun handling. A safety is only a mechanical device, not a substitute for common sense and gun safety procedures. Never leave a gun unattended or where it could fall and fire.
5 READING THESE SAFETY RULES WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE Store guns and ammunition separately beyond the reach of children. Make sure that they are properly secured so untrained individuals and children will be denied access to your guns and ammo. Test your gun’s operation and safeties only at a shooting range while the firearm is pointed in a safe direction. Know your target and what is beyond. Ask yourself what your bullet will hit if it misses the target or passes through the intended target. Remember, a fired projectile can travel over a mile (including a ricochet) and is capable of going through walls. Guns and alcohol or drugs do not mix. Don’t take any alcoholic beverages and/ or drugs before or during shooting activities. Never pull a gun toward you by the muzzle. Don’t climb a tree, cross a ditch or fence with a loaded gun. Always empty guns before entering a house, car, truck, boat, RV, camp or any building. When receiving a gun, always open the action and check to make sure the chamber is unloaded. NEVER accept anyone’s word that a gun is “unloaded” or “empty”. You should immediately open the action and check to make sure it is unloaded. Be careful with ALL ammunition. Even “blank” cartridges are deadly at close range due to the muzzle blast. Make sure your ammunition is in new and in good clean condition. Do NOT oil or grease ammo as this may damage the cartridge primer. Do NOT tamper with or alter the standard factory ammunition. Keep firearms unloaded when not actually in use. Load the gun only when on the range preparing to fire and unload it before leaving the range. Never put your hand over the muzzle of a gun. ALWAYS WEAR protective shooting glasses and hearing protection when using firearms. Spectators should be at least 10 feet behind and away from the shooter while the shooter is loading, shooting and unloading. Spectators should wear protection for hearing and sight loss and they should avoid distracting those shooting their firearms. Never drop your gun. If you do drop it, unload it and check it for proper function before using it again. Do NOT alter or modify your gun. Don’t try to change your gun’s trigger pull, because it may affect sear engagement and thereby cause accidental firing. Do NOT remove any internal safety or safety device on the firearm. Safety mechanisms are designed to protect you from injury or death.
6 READING THESE SAFETY RULES WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE Do maintain and keep your gun clean. Keep in a dry place away from other metals and water. If your gun shows sign of corrosion or improper operation, have it serviced by a competent gunsmith. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction when loading and unloading your gun. Never point the muzzle at anyone. Never shoot at hard flat surfaces or water....bullets ricochet. If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, keep it pointed down range at the target for 60 seconds. Sometimes slow primer ignition will cause a “hang fire” and the cartridge will go off after a short pause. If it still fails to fire, keep muzzle pointed in safe direction and avoid exposure to the breech, as you attempt to unload your firearm. Never let water, snow, mud or other material enter the barrel. Always be sure the barrel is free of any obstruction. Since many ammunition identifications sound similar, be sure that you use only the correct ammunition for your gun. Do NOT use the wrong size or wrong strength ammunition in your firearm. Repeated and prolonged exposure to gunfire may cause toxic levels of lead in your body. High levels of lead in the blood may result in cancer, impotency, birth defects and other serious physical injury. When shooting indoors, make sure there is proper fresh air ventilation. Teach children: 1. NOT to touch guns, bullets, cartridges, shells, flares or any explosive device and 2. If they discovery such a dangerous item or weapon, they must immediately report its location to their parents, school teacher or police. Remember a firearm has the capability of taking your life or the life of someone else. Be careful with your firearm -- an accident is almost always the result of not following basic safety rules. HOME SAFETY IS PROBABLY YOUR BIGGEST CONCERN. We suggest a gun lock such as Master Gun Locks. They work on most firearms and are available in gun shops and sporting goods departments. For more information write: Master Gun Locks; Master Lock Company, P.O. Box 10367, Milwaukee. WI 53210. You have invested this much in your new firearm, now invest a little more in your family’s safety. USED FIREARMS - If you got your European American Armory firearm as a used gun, BEFORE USING IT you should unload it and check all its functions to be sure it works correctly. Firearms are sometimes altered to work incorrectly, or parts may be removed, lost or replaced with incorrect parts. First, unload it and check it yourself and then take it to a good gunsmith who knows European American Armory firearms, and have him examine it.
7 WRITE US concerning any items or circumstances which you don’t understand and which might relate to your safety and the operation of your firearm. W A R N I N G BEFORE LOADING or firing a shotgun, examine the bore and the firing chamber to be certain they are clean and free of any obstruction. Even a heavy coat of oil, grease, snow or water may result in damage to the firearm and injury to the shooter and/or persons near the firearm. A misfire or unusual sound upon firing is a signal to cease firing and to examine the chamber and bore. If there is any obstruction, clear the obstruction and clean the bore and chamber before firing. F I R I N G W A R N I N G When shooting, full eye and ear protection is mandatory at all times. Shooters and spectators must wear shooting glasses and sound suppressor to prevent eye injury and hearing loss. Vision loss and hearing impairment can occur with only one moment of non-protection. W A R N I N G Any bore obstruction, even if it is only partly blocked, may cause the gun to blow up if it is fired, or may cause damage to the gun such as a bulged barrel. To avoid injury or death to the shooter or bystanders, check the barrel before shooting or if a shot does not sound normal. W A R N I N G Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction! Never attempt to load or unload any firearm inside a vehicle, building or other confined space (except a properly constructed shooting range). Enclosed areas frequently offer no completely safe direction in which to point the firearm. If an accidental discharge occurs, there is great risk of injury or property damage. Before loading, always clean all, grease and oil from the bore and chamber, and check to be certain that no obstruction is in the barrel. Any foreign matter in the barrel could result in a bulged or burst barrel or other damage to the firearm and could cause serious injury to the shooter or to others. W A R N I N G If there is any reason to suspect that a bullet or projectile is obstructing the barrel, immediately unload the firearm (See Unloading Instructions) and check the chamber and the bore. A bullet may be lodged some distance down the barrel where it can not easily be seen. Check the bore by using a cleaning rod to pass through the barrel. If a blockage is in the bore, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SHOOT IT OUT WITH ANOTHER CARTRIDGE, OR BLOW IT OUT WITH A BLANK CARTRIDGE OR A CARTRIDGE FROM WHICH THE BULLET HAS BEEN REMOVED. SUCH TECHNIQUE(S) CAN GENERATE EXCESSIVE
8 PRESSURE, DAMAGE THE FIREARM AND CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. If the blockage can be removed with a cleaning rod, clean any unburned powder grains from the bore, chambers & mechanism before resuming shooting. If the blockage can not be dislodged by tapping it with a cleaning rod, take the firearm to a gunsmith. WARNING (Mechanical Malfunctions) STOP SHOOTING IMMEDIATELY AND UNLOAD YOUR FIREARM if your firearm develops: a mechanical malfunction; binding or stoppage; spitting powder/gas; a cartridge primer is punctured; a cartridge case is bulged or ruptured; or the sound on firing does not sound quite right. Do NOT try one more shot but unload your firearm and take it and the ammunition to a qualified gunsmith or send it back to EAA for examination. Do not assume that the shotgun is empty merely because you checked the chamber. You must also check the bore for any fired shot or wad jammed inside the barrel. EXTERNAL CONTROL PARTS: Trigger Block Safety: Located on the trigger, push button style. When the Red Ring is showing the shotgun will fire when the trigger is pulled!! Do not disengage safety unless you are ready to fire the shotgun. (Safety Engaged - The Red Ring covered and the trigger is blocked from full travel; Safety Disengaged - The Red Ring showing and the trigger has full travel...MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND HOW THE SAFETY WORKS BEFORE YOU LOAD OR USE THE SHOTGUN) Locking Lever/Cocking Lever: Located behind trigger guard, fully squeeze/ depress to break open barrel from receiver of shotgun. A partial squeeze / depress will decock firing mechanism or cock firing mechanism. Cocking Indicator: Located top back portion of receiver. If the indicator is protruding out of the receiver the firing mechanism is cocked, if the indicator is not protruding out of receiver the firing mechanism is not cocked. Trigger: Located in the trigger guard. If the safety is disengaged and hammer mechanism has been cocked and trigger is pulled to the rear the shotgun will discharge, if there is a live cartridge in the chamber. Forend: Located below barrels in front of receiver, locks barrel assembly into receiver, has a latch in the mid lower section that is used to lock and unlock forend.
9 Directions For Assembly Of Shotgun: 1) Fig 1: When you open the box of your new IZH18 shotgun the barrel and forend is separated from the main portion of the shotgun. To attach the barrel and forend first remove the plastic bags or wrapping covering the parts. Then remove the forend from the barrel by pulling out the lever in the lower mid section of the forend and tipping the forend out and away from the barrel while pulling the lever out. Never force the forend off the barrel. Check to make sure that the barrel is free of foreign matter by looking down the barrel (no blockage what-so-ever) 2) Fig 2: Now fully squeeze / depress the locking lever and hold. 3) Fig 3: Engage the lower locking lug located on the lower portion of the barrel with the receiver. The half round cut out on the lower locking lug fits around the round bar in the forward lower portion of the slot in the receiver. With the barrel engaged into the receiver you should be able to swing the barrel up into the locked position, release the locking lever and the locking lever should move back to the fully locked position. 4) Fig 4: With the barrel locked into the receiver pull the forearm latch out and place the forend on receiver. With an upward swing motion lock the forend onto the barrel. Do not force the forend into it’s locked position on the barrel. Sometimes it is necessary to push the latch into it’s final flat position, never force the latch into position. 5) Warning... Never fire the gun unless the barrel is locked into position on the receiver and the forend is locked into the receiver and barrel. 6) Fig 5: Make sure the trigger block safety is engaged after completion of assembly. (Red ring covered)
10 To Load Shotgun: 1) Fig 7: Make sure the shotgun is pointed in a safe direction at all times, the trigger block safety is engaged, and never allow fingers or objects to contact trigger. Warning *** Do not load shotgun until you are ready to fire 2) Do not disengage the safety until you are ready to fire. 3) Make sure the ammo that you are using is the correct size and gauge. The barrel is marked with the gauge and chamber size, barrels marked 3 will also use 2 3/4 or 3 shot shells. Barrels marked with 2 3/4 will not accept 3 shot shells. 4) Fig 8: Visually inspect the chambers and barrel for obstructions by breaking open the shotgun by depressing the locking lever and tipping the barrel down. The chamber and barrel should be free of oil or grease or obstructions. 5) Fig 9&10: After inspection load the correct type of shot shell into the chambers making sure that the shells are flush with the extractor, then close the action by swinging the barrel up until it locks into the receiver and the locking latch should move to it’s fully locked position. If the locking lever does not move to the fully locked position break open the action again and check to see if the shot shell is fully seated in the chamber. If the shell is fully seated then re-close the action. If the shot shell is not fully seated check the chamber for blockage and check the shell for deformation and retry closing the action once more. If the shell is the correct type and the chamber is not blocked and the shell is not deformed and the locking lever does not move to it’s fully locked position unload the gun (follow unloading instructions) and have a competent gunsmith look at the gun or return the gun back to E.A.A. Corp. for review. Do not force the shot gun closed. WARNING Once you open the shotgun action with the forearm installed the internal hammers are cocked and under spring tension. We suggest that you do not keep, carry or store the gun with the hammer springs under compression. See decocking procedure.