European American Armory Single Barrel Shotgun Izh18 Instructions Manual

							11 Decocking procedure - Make sure the shotgun is pointed in a safe direction.
Depress the locking lever / cocking lever (Fig 13), disengage the safety, with
the hand still depressing the cocking lever reach with one finger and slowlypull the trigger and slowly release the cocking lever. -Warning- Do notrelease the lever rapidly once you have pulled the trigger or the gun coulddischarge if there is a live cartridge in the chamber. The cocking indicator
(Fig 14) will move down into the receiver if you have preformed this operation
correctly, re-engage the safety. - Warning- When decocking the shotgun if
you pull the lever to far the action will break open since this lever is a dual
purpose lever. If this happen close the action. Practice the decocking
procedure so that you learn how to decock the shotgun with out breaking
open the action.
This shotgun has a unique feature called a cocking lever / locking lever. We
feel that you should always use this feature to it’s maximum benefit. Thus
if you have loaded the shotgun and are not ready to fire we suggest you
decock the gun by following the above procedure. If you have decocked
the shotgun and wish to recock the gun with out opening the action,
depress the decocking lever until the cocking indicator has moved fully
above the receiver surface(note: slowly release the cocking handle and
cocking indicator should remain above the receiver surface) and make
sure the safeties is still engaged safety until you are ready to fire. Please
practice the decocking and cocking procedure with a dummy round or
with a spent cartridge. If the cocking indicator does not move up or down
unload the gun and have a competent gunsmith review the shotgun or
return it to EAA for service. Remember the cocking indicator is just an
indicator, the best safety is you!!!!!!!!
There is no excuse for not being careful.....
W A R N I N G
Never load a cartridge into the chamber until
you are ready to fire the shotgun...
To Fire Shotgun:
W A R N I N G
Do not disengage the trigger block safety until the shotgun is pointed in a safe
direction and you are ready to fire.
If a cartridge does not fire and the trigger has been pulled and the trigger block
safety is disengaged...Stop! and do the following: a) Make sure the gun is
pointed in a safe direction b) Engage the trigger block safety c) Wait 60
seconds d) Follow the instruction below for unloading the shotgun.
If during firing the sound of any cartridge is noticeably softer or louder than the
previous cartridge fired, Stop! Do not load another cartridge or fire another
cartridge and do the following:a) Make sure the gun is pointed in a safe 
						

							12 direction b) Engage the trigger block safety c) Follow the instruction below for
unloading the shotgun d) With the shotgun unloaded visually inspect the
shotgun for barrel blockage or damage and inspect the mechanical portion
and receiver of the shotgun for damage before continuing.
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND  ALL WARNINGS IN
THIS MANUAL BEFORE FIRING SHOTGUN, MAKE SURE
YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE SHOOTING AT
There is no excuse for not being careful.....
1)  Make sure the gun is pointed in a safe direction and that you are wearing
ear and eye protection and keep fingers away from triggers.
2)  Engage trigger block safety if not already engaged
3)  Disengage the safety and begin firing only when you are ready to fire and
the shotgun is pointed in a safe direction to be fired. At this point the shotgun
will fire if the trigger is pulled.
To Unload Shotgun:
1)  Make sure the gun is pointed in safe
direction and the trigger block safety is
engaged and the hammers are lowered.
There is no excuse for not being careful.....
2)  Fig 12:  After completing step one
completely...depress the cocking lever until
the action breaks open.
3)  Then fully open the action and remove the
shell.
4) Fig 8:  Visually check that the barrel is free
of obstructions and then close the shotgun
action.
5)  We suggest that you remove the hammer
spring compression by following decocking procedure.
6)  Engage the trigger block safety after the shotgun action is closed
To Disassemble The Shotgun:
1) Make sure the shotgun is unloaded (FOLLOW UNLOADING
INSTRUCTIONS) and pointed in a safe direction.
2)  Make sure the trigger block safety is engaged.
3)  Remove the forend from the barrel by pulling out the lever in the lower center
of the forend and removing the forend in a downward out ward swing motion.
Never force the forend off the barrel and receiver. 
						

							13 4)  With the barrel and receiver supported with one hand depress the locking lever
fully and tip the barrel down until it disengages from the receiver. Check the barrel
for damage and blockage after removal.
There is no excuse for not being careful.....
MANUFACTURER’S WARNING
This firearm was manufactured to properly perform with the original parts as
designed.  It is your duty to make sure any parts you buy are correctly installed
and that neither replacements nor originals are altered or changed.  Your gun
is a complex tool with many parts that must relate correctly to other parts for
safe and accurate operation.  Putting a gun together wrong or with modified
parts can result in a damaged gun, injury or death to you or others through
malfunction.   Always let a qualified gunsmith work on your gun or at least,
check any work not performed by a gunsmith.  Firearms safety is your primary
concern. THE GUN OWNER MUST ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR
THE CORRECT REASSEMBLY AND FUNCTIONING OF THE FIREARM
AFTER ANY DISASSEMBLY OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS.
Cleaning And Maintenance Of Shotgun:
A)  Follow procedures for unloading shotgun as described previously
B)  Follow procedures for disassembly of shotgun as described previously
C)  Materials needed to clean this shotgun are: a cleaning rod, cotton bore
patches, brass bore brush, powder solvent, a small soft brush and good quality
gun oil.
WARNING: Lead or lead compounds are known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, reproductive toxicity, and other serious physical
injury.  Those who clean firearms should take protective measures to avoid
contact or exposure to such chemicals.
There is no excuse for not being careful.....
D)  Using the bore brush with powder solvent scrub the barrel and chamber to
remove any powder and lead residue in the bore.  Always and lastly, swab with
cotton patch with gun oil to coat and protect the bore and chambers from rust
and corrosion.
E)  Any powder fowling on the firing wall, barrel, etc. can be easily cleaned with
a brush and powder solvent.
F)  All external surfaces should be wiped down with a light coat of rust
preventative.  Avoid using too much oil as dust and/or debris can get trapped
in the oil creating a gum that in time will cause misfires.
G)  CAUTION in using solvents in gun bore cleaning.  Prolonged or excess
contact with finish or bluing can damage the gun’s finish.  Be sure to wipe away
all excess solvent and then lubricate with oil. 
						

							14 H)  A gun should be cleaned after firing.  In addition, external parts should be wiped
with an oiled cloth after handling.  A light oil is ordinarily all that is necessary in
cleaning if the gun has not been fired or fired very little.  If a gun is used frequently,
it must be cleaned after each firing and regularly serviced by a professional
gunsmith.  If the gun has been stored, remove all excess oil and/or grease before
firing.  Always check to be sure that no cleaning patch or other obstruction remains
in the bore or chambers before firing.
  DANGER -- AMMUNITION WARNING
Firearms may be damaged and serious injury or death to the shooter or
bystander may result from any condition which contributes to the generation of
excessive pressure or uncontrolled release of gas within the firearm.  Such
adverse conditions can be caused by bore or chamber obstruction, propellant
powder overloads or by defective, incorrect or improperly loaded and
assembled cartridge components.  Even the strongest firearm can be blown up
as a result of excessive pressure.  It is extremely dangerous to use a cartridge
whose pressure is greater than that developed by cartridges loaded to industry
standards.
AMMUNITION (CARTRIDGES) NOTICE
We specifically disclaim responsibility for any damage, injury or death
occurring in connection with or as the result of the use of European American
Armory shotguns of faulty, non-standard, remanufactured, hand loaded or
reloaded ammunition, used cartridges or cartridges other than factory
cartridges for which the firearm was originally chambered.
LUBRICATION WARNING
Firing a shotgun with oil, grease or any other material even partially obstructing
the bore may result in damage to the shotgun and injury to the shooter and
those nearby.  Do not spray or apply lubricants directly on ammunition.  If the
powder charge of a cartridge is affected by the lubricant, it may not be ignited,
but the energy from the primer may be sufficient to push the bullet into the bore
where it may become lodged.  Firing a subsequent bullet into the obstructed
bore will damage the shotgun and may cause injury to the shooter and those
nearby.  Use lubricants properly.  You are responsible for the proper care and
maintenance of your firearm and ammunition.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
This European American Armory Corp. firearms is warranted to the
original retail customer for One Year from date of purchase against defects in
material and workmanship.  All parts and labor or replacement at our option
are covered. Wood Stock and Wood Forend are not covered by the One Year
Warranty. The warranty on the wood stock and forend is 60 days from purchase
and only covers manufactured and material defects.
Transportation to and from our repair facilities, government fees, 
						

							15 damage caused by failure to perform normal maintenance, sales outside the
United States, damage due to use of high velocity, high pressure, reloaded or
other nonstandard ammunition, or any unauthorized repair, modification,
misuse, abuse,  or alteration of the product is not covered by this Limited
Warranty.
Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year from
date of original retail purchase.  Consequential or incidental damages and/or
expenses, or any other expenses are not covered by this warranty.
To obtain warranty performance send your firearm with proof of retail purchase,
freight prepaid to:
European American Armory Corp.
3855 North U.S. Highway One
Cocoa, Florida 32927
W A R N I N G
Altering or modifying parts and/or internal safeties is dangerous and will void
the warranty.  This shotgun was manufactured to perform properly with the
original parts as designed.  It is your duty to make sure any parts you buy are
made for this firearm and are installed correctly and that neither the
replacements nor originals are altered or changed.  Your gun is a complex
precision tool with many parts that must relate correctly to other parts in order
for proper and safe operation.  Putting a gun together wrong or with incorrect
or modified parts can result in a damaged gun, danger, and injury or death to
you and others through malfunction.  Always have a qualified gunsmith work on
your gun or at least check any work not performed by a gunsmith.
YOUR OWNERS’ MANUAL
Always keep this manual with your firearm.  Make sure you understand all
the warnings, operation instructions and safety procedures.  When you lend,
give or sell the firearm, be sure this manual goes with it.  You can get a copy
of this manual from European American Armory on request.
ALL PARTS ORDERS ARE SUBJECT TO A $10.00 CHARGE FOR SHIPPING
AND HANDLING.  Please state Model, Caliber, Serial Number, and Finish
Color when ordering.  For parts, information and service contact: European
American Armory Corp., 3855 North U.S. Highway One, Cocoa, Florida
32927  Phone: (407) 639-4842. 
						

							16 PARTS LIST1.barrel with hook
2.sling swivel base
3.sling swivel ring
4.pin
5.front sight
6.extractor pin
7.extractor
8.forend
9.forend nut
10.hinge screw
11.forend hinge
12.hinge screw
13.hinge screw
14.spring
15.catch housing
16.forend catch
17.pin
18.forend bushing
19.receiverFig. 1 - IZH18 Exploded View
20.hinge pin
21.firing pin dowel
22.firing pin spring
23.firing pin
24.locking lever pin
25.locking lever
26.locking lever spring
27.locking lever spring pin
28.indicator
29.hammer
30.hammer pin
31.sear
32.trigger
33.trigger pin
34.trigger psring
35.trigger spring screw
36.safety
37.pusher
38.base plate39.locking lever detent
spring
40.locking lever detent
41.locking lever detent pin
42.trigger guard
43.trigger guard screw
44.stock
45.screw
46.washer
47.butt plate
48.woodscrew
49.woodscrew
50.stock sling swivel base
51.indicator spring
52.mainspring 
						

							17 PARTS LIST
Fig. 1 - IZH18
1.barrel with hook
2.extractor spring
3.extractor
4.extractor pin
5.pin retainer
6.plunger
7.plunger spring
8.extractor sear
9.extractor sear pin
10.supporting pin
11.base plate
12.receiverScrew in Chokes Symbols / Markings (This is an option not all IZH18
shotguns have this feature)
The end of the chokes are marked with slashes to determine choke
/- Full
//- Improved Modified
///- Modified
////- Improved Cylinder
Cl- Cylinder
Make sure that you fully install the choke tube before you fire the shotgun. The
chokes are right hand thread. Make sure that you do not cross thread the
chokes and after use remove the choke tube and clean the choke tube threads
and location in the barrel where the choke tube thread into.