Kimber Compact, Pro Carry, Ultra Carry Instructions Manual

							WARNING
BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM, READ AND
FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.
Operational Manual
Compact, Pro Carry
& Ultra Carry 
						

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Compact 
FRONT SIGHTSLIDEDISASSEMBLY NOTCH
REAR SIGHT
HAMMER
GRIP SAFETY
THUMB SAFETY
FRAME GRIP MAGAZINE CATCHTRIGGER TRIGGER GUARDSLIDE STOP SLIDE STOP NOTCHBARREL 
						

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Pro Carry 
FRONT SIGHTSLIDEDISASSEMBLY NOTCH
REAR SIGHT
HAMMER
GRIP SAFETY
THUMB SAFETY
FRAME GRIP MAGAZINE CATCHTRIGGER TRIGGER GUARDSLIDE STOP SLIDE STOP NOTCHBARREL 
						

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Ultra Carry 
FRONT SIGHT
SLIDEDISASSEMBLY NOTCH
REAR SIGHT
HAMMER
GRIP SAFETY
THUMB SAFETY
FRAME GRIP MAGAZINE CATCHTRIGGER TRIGGER GUARDSLIDE STOP SLIDE STOP NOTCHBARREL 
						

							TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Main Features and Tech Info  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Spring Replacement Chart  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Rules of Safety  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Lead Warning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Safety Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chamber Indicators  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Ammunition  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Loading  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Unloading  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Break-in Period  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Firing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Series II Models  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Disassembly  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29&32
Assembly  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Recoil Spring Replacement  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Cleaning & Lubrication  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Warranty Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Instructions for Warranty Repairs  . . . . . . . . . . .40
Spare Parts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Custom Shop  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Parts Illustration Compact  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Parts List Compact  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Parts Illustration Pro Carry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Parts List Pro Carry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Parts Illustration External Extractors  . . . . . . . .46
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							WARNING:
This product is classified as a lethal weapon.
Failure to read and properly execute the instruc-
tions 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 under-
standing 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 emptied 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 attempt-
ing to use this product.
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							MAIN FEATURES 
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Compact Pro Carry Ultra Carry
Available calibers:.45 ACP & .40 S&W & .38 Super (Pro only)
Barrel Length:4 4 3
Overall Length:7.7 7.7 6.9
Weight Unloaded:34 oz. Steel — 31 oz. Steel
28 oz. Alum. 28 oz. 25 oz. Alum.
Frame:Steel, Stainless Steel, or Aluminum
Magazine 
Capacity:77 7
Finish:Blue or Stainless
Sights: (Rear)Fixed Fixed Fixed
(Front)Fixed Fixed Fixed
SPRING REPLACEMENT CHART
Compact & Pro Models:
Recoil Spring: .45 ACP & 40 S&W/22 lbs., .38 Super/18 lbs.
CHANGE EVERY 800 rounds.
Firing Pin Spring:HD, CHANGE EVERY 5000 rounds.
Mainspring:23 lbs., CHANGE EVERY 5000 rounds.
Ultra Car
ry Models:
Recoil Spring: 18 lbs., CHANGE EVERY 1800 rounds.
Firing Pin Spring:HD, CHANGE EVERY 5000 rounds.
Mainspring:23 lbs., 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 anyone’s 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
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							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.
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.
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							13. Always ensure that barrel and action are clear
of obstructions. Shooting a blocked firearm can
result in serious injury or 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.
15. Seek a doctor’s 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 sur face, 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.
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