Kimber 1911 Instructions Manual

							
WARNING

BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM, READ AND

FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. 
						

							
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warning
 ........................................................

Main
 Features
 and
 Tech
 Info
 ............................

Rules
 of
 Safety................................................

Lead
 Warning
 ................................................

Safety
 Features
 ..............................................

Series
 II
 Models
 ..............................................

Ammunition....................................................

Loading..........................................................

Unloading
 ......................................................

Break-in
 Period
 ..............................................

Firing
 ............................................................

Disassembly....................................................

Assembly........................................................

Cleaning & Lubrication....................................

Warranty
 Information
 ......................................

Instructions
 for
 Warranty
 Repairs
 ....................

Spare
 Parts
 ....................................................

Custom
 Shop
 ..................................................

Parts
 Illustration
 ............................................

Parts
 List........................................................ 
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WARNING:

This product is classified as a lethal weapon.

Failure to read and properly execute the

instructions and warnings in this manual could

result in serious injury, death or damage to

property.

Do not attempt to practice loading or unloading

with live ammunition without a thorough

understanding of the safe operation of this

pistol.

Always treat a firearm as if it were fully loaded.

Always store and carry this product empty, with

the hammer forward on an empty chamber.

Failure to do so could result in an unintentional

discharge.

Keep out of reach of children.

When you squeeze the trigger, you must expect

the pistol to fire and take full responsibility for

your actions.

Read through the entire manual before

attempting to use this product.

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MAIN FEATURES

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Caliber: .45 ACP & 40 S&W

Barrel Length: 5

Overall Length: 8.5

Weight Unloaded: 38 oz.

Frame: Steel or Stainless Steel

Magazine Capacity: 7, 8, 10

Finish: Blue or Stainless

Sights: (Rear) Fixed or Adjustable

(Front) Fixed

SPRING REPLACEMENT CHART

ALL FULL SIZE 5 MODELS

Recoil Spring: 16 Ib., change every 1500-1800

rounds.

Firing Pin Spring: HD, change every 5000

rounds.

Mainspring: 21 Ib., change every 5000 rounds.

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RULES OF SAFETY

NOTICE: Kimber Mfg., Inc. shall not be responsible

for any death, physical injury or property damage

that is the result of the proper or improper use of

this product.

1. Always treat this and any other firearm as if it

were loaded.

2. Never point this or any other firearm at

anything you do not intend to shoot. Keep

muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

3. Never take anyones word that a firearm is

unloaded. Clear it yourself with finger off the

trigger and the muzzle pointed in a safe

direction. Remove the magazine, lock the slide

open and visually check to ensure that no

round is chambered.

4. Always make sure the pistol is unloaded and

the slide is latched open before laying it down

or handing it to someone else.

5. Safe Carrying Condition: Never carry this pistol

cocked, loaded and ready to fire as this practice

could easily result in an unintentional discharge.

Do not carry a loaded gun with a live round in

the chamber while walking, running or crossing

any obstacle, where there is any possibility of

slipping or falling as this could lead to a

possible unintentional discharge.

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6. Always make sure that this firearm is in top

working condition and that no internal parts

have been damaged as a result of corrosion,

improper maintenance or dropping. If evidence

of these conditions exist,have them inspected

by a competent gunsmith prior to use.

7. Never leave a loaded pistol unattended.

8. Make sure that your backstop is adequate to

stop your bullets prior to shooting.

9. Make sure all other shooters and bystanders

are well away from the ejection port. Empty

cases are ejected under force and may

cause injury if someone is struck.

10. Obey all range rules at all times.

11. Always wear adequate hearing and eye

protection when using any firearm.

12. While on the range, be sure to carry this pistol

cleared, with slide locked open and muzzle

pointed in a safe direction until ready to shoot.

13. Always ensure that barrel and action are clear

of obstructions. Shooting a blocked firearm

can result in serious injury, death and damage

to the weapon.

14. Never drink alcoholic beverages or take drugs

prior to or during shooting or handling of this or

any other firearm.

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15. Seek a doctors advice if you are taking

medicine prior to engaging in any shooting

activity.

16. Keep safety on when pistol is loaded and

cocked until ready to fire. Immediately unload

and clear this pistol when shooting sequence

has been completed.

17. Never shoot at any hard or flat surface, such as

rock or water. The resulting ricochets could

result in physical injury, death or property

damage.

18. Never put your finger in the trigger guard until

you are ready to fire.

19. Always make sure pistol is unloaded before

cleaning.

20. Never force a jammed action. This could cause

a round to explode resulting in physical injury

and damage to the pistol.

21. If firearm fails to fire when trigger is pulled, as

a result of slow primer ignition (hangfire), keep

muzzle pointed downrange for a minimum of

30 seconds. If the round does not fire, remove

the magazine, clear the weapon and examine

the ejected, unfired cartridge. If the indent

from the firing pin is off center, light or absent,

take the pistol to a competent gunsmith. If the

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indent appears normal compared to other

rounds, assume a faulty round, separate from

other cartridges, reload and continue shooting.

22. Never use this pistol in any manner other than

that for which it was specifically intended.

23. Never indulge in horseplay while holding any

firearm.

LEAD WARNING

Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas,

cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may

result in exposure to lead and other chemicals

known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm,

cancer, and other serious physical injury. Have

adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands

thoroughly after exposure.

SAFETY FEATURES

This Kimber firearm is equipped with several

safety features which, if properly employed, can

minimize the danger of accidental discharge.

NOTE: Never rely on mechanical safeties to

overcome improper maintenance or unsafe

handling practices. Always point the muzzle in a

safe direction.

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TRIGGER GUARD

The trigger guard is a loop of metal that surrounds

the trigger, protecting it from damage or accidental

discharge.

SAFETY LOCK OR THUMB SAFETY

The thumb safety is located on the left side of the

frame immediately forward of the hammer. To

operate, pull slide to its most rearward position

and release. Then push the thumb safety upward

until it fully engages the slide lock notch. The

slide is thereby prevented from moving rearward

and an internal cam surface engages the sear

preventing the hammer from moving forward. The

slide lock safety cannot be engaged unless the

hammer is fully cocked and the slide is fully

forward. To disengage, move safety fully

downward until it is completely down.

GRIP SAFETY

The grip safety is located on the upper rear portion

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