Leupold Vari X Series Instructions Manual

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EFR 
SCOPES AND THE ADJUSTABLE OBJECTIVE
Leupold EFR (Extended Focus Range) Scopes can eliminate parallax for
distances as short as 10 meters. Unlike conventional adjustable objective
scopes, the focus ring on EFR models rotates more than 360°. It is important
to pay special attention when adjusting these scopes.
1.
Turn the focus ring counterclockwise (when viewing though the
eyepiece) until it stops.
2.
Turn the focus ring clockwise until the “10m” mark aligns with the
indicator mark on the bell of the scope.
3.
From this point, all readings of the focus ring are in numerical order when
the ring is turned clockwise from the shooting position.
4.
Adjust the ring as you would a standard adjustable objective model.
SIDE FOCUS ADJUSTMENT SCOPES
The Leupold side focus adjustment design allows the parallax setting to 
be adjusted with minimal effort or disturbance of the shooting position. No
numbers indicating distance appear on the dial as all adjustment is judged 
by the image itself. 
						

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To eliminate parallax in side focus adjustment scopes, follow these steps:
1.
The reticle should be clear (focused) before turning the side focus adjustment
dial. If it is not, follow the instructions under “Focusing the Reticle.”
2.
With the firearm in a stable position,
look through the scope, concentrating
on the center aiming point of the 
reticle. Move your head slightly up
and down. The aiming point should
remain in exactly the same position
against the target; if it moves, turn 
the side focus adjustment dial until 
it becomes stable.
INSTALLING A LENS SHADE
Lens Shades are available as an option for most Leupold adjustable
objective and side focus scopes. These thread directly into the objective ring.
Side Focus Adjustment 
						

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LENSES
Leupold scope lenses are coated to reduce light reflections and light scattering
thus increasing light transmission through the scope. They should be cleaned as
carefully as you would a camera lens. For optimal cleaning, use the Leupold
ScopeSmith Lens Cleaning System. Begin by using the brush to whisk away dust,
followed by the microfiber cleaning tip, which is impregnated with a special 
non-liquid cleaning compound, to clean the glass. If you don’t have a ScopeSmith
Lens Cleaning System, use a standard lens brush to remove dust and then pure
alcohol, high-grade glass cleaner, or pure water on a cotton swab.
W
INDAGE
/ ELEVATION ADJUSTMENTS
These adjustments are permanently lubricated. There is no need to lubricate
them. Keep the turret caps on, except when adjusting, to keep out dust and dirt. 
(It’s worth noting that, unlike competitive brands, Leupold scopes are waterproof
even without the caps in place.) 
						

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EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT
This adjustment is permanently lubricated. There is no need to lubricate
it. The eyepiece can be rotated as far as it will go in either direction. It will
not detach from the scope because of an internal lock ring.
SEALS
Leupold scopes are sealed from within by several methods, including 
O-rings. All seals are permanent and require no maintenance. 
SCOPE EXTERIOR
Leupold scopes are made of rugged 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum alloy.
No maintenance of any kind is required; simply wipe off any dirt or fingerprints
that accumulate with a clean, dry cloth.POWER SELECTOR RING
(ON VARIABLE POWER SCOPES
)
No lubrication is ever required on the power selector ring. DO NOT LOOSEN
OR REMOVE THE HEX-HEAD SCREW IN THE POWER SELECTOR RING.
ADJUSTABLE OBJECTIVE
/SIDE FOCUS DIAL
No lubrication is required. 
						

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TROUBLE SHOOTING TIPS
Before you ship a scope back to the factory for service or repair, please check the
following items to make sure that the problem is really with the scope and not the
rifle or mount system.
1. 
Check the mount. Make sure the scope is mounted securely to the rifle. Try,
with bare hands only, to twist the scope in the rings or see if anything moves
when you jiggle it. If there is any movement, retighten the mounting system
according to mounting instructions.
2.
Make sure the action of your rifle is properly bedded in the stock, and that 
all receiver screws are tight and have been tightened in the sequence 
recommended by the manufacturer. A loosely fitted stock can cause changes 
to the point-of-impact.
3.
When test firing a rifle to check the point-of-impact relative to windage and
elevation adjustments, be sure to fire from a solid bench with sandbags 
supporting the forearm and buttstock.
4.
Be sure to use factory-loaded ammunition of the same bullet type, weight, 
and preferably, lot number. If one type of ammunition does not shoot well, 
try another brand or bullet weight.
5.
Be certain that both the barrel and chamber are clean. Heavy factory grease 
on a new rifle and copper fouling on an older one can diminish the accuracy 
of the firearm. 
						

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If your Leupold Golden Ring scope fails to perform in any way, you may
return it directly to the factory (or one of our international service centers)
for service. It is not necessary for your dealer to ship the scope to Leupold;
however, they can be very helpful in determining if factory service is necessary.
Please follow these shipping instructions:
1.
Remove the rings and any other accessories from the scope.
2. 
Record the serial number of the scope and keep it for your records.
3. 
Include a note with your name, address, telephone number, e-mail, 
and a description of the problem.
4.
Pack the scope in its original box (if you have it), as this is the safest
shipping container. Wrap the package securely using filament strapping
tape on the outside.
5.
Ship the scope by parcel or mail service (insured, if possible) to one 
of the following addresses: 
						

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By Mail:
Leupold Product Service
Post Office Box 688
Beaverton, OR 97075-0688
USA In the United States:
Parcel Service:
Leupold Product Service
14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway   
Beaverton, OR 97006-5791   
USA 
Outside the United States:
Canada:Jim Korth Agencies Ltd., 103 Stockton Point, Box 490
Okotoks, AB TOL 1TO CANADA
Germany: Harold Ros, Coburger Strasse 71, 98673 Eisfeld GERMANY
Sweden: AB Småländska Vapen, Attn: Mr. Jan-Olof Swanteson
Riksvagen 15, 36044 Ingelstad SWEDEN
Our Product Service information telephone number is (503) 526-1400.
They can also be contacted through our web site at www.leupold.com. 
						

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All Leupold Golden Ring products are manufactured in the USA.
Equally important, they are made with your absolute satisfaction in mind.
That’s why we offer the Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee:  
If any Leupold Golden Ring product is found to have defects in materials
or workmanship, we will, at our option, repair or replace it. Free. 
Even if you are not the original owner. No warranty card required. No time 
limit applies.
LEUPOLD MAKES MORE THAN SCOPES
See our complete line of mounting systems, binoculars, spotting scopes,
and accessories at your nearest Leupold dealer.
For a free Leupold catalog, write to: Leupold & Stevens, Inc., P.O. Box 688,
Beaverton, OR 97075, call (503) 526-5195, or send us an e-mail through 
our web page at www.leupold.com. 
						

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RING, L AND DESIGN, LEUPOLD, LPS, MADE RIGHT, MADE HERE, MARK 4, MULTICOAT 4, PERFORMANCE
STARTS ON THE INSIDE, SCOPESMITH, THE HUNTER’S CLOSET, VARI-X, and WIND RIVER are registered
trademarks of Leupold & Stevens, Inc., Beaverton, Oregon. ADVANCED IMAGE OPTIMIZATION, GREEN RING,
QUICK RELEASE, and VX are trademarks of Leupold & Stevens, Inc., Beaverton, Oregon. Note: We reserve the right
to make design and/or material modificationswithout prior notice. Leupold products are manufactured under one or
more of the following patents: U.S.: 4,393,595; 4,395,096; 4,408,842; 4,643,542; 5,035,487; 5,231,535;
5,671,088; 5,866,048; 6,005,711 D347,411; D420,807; D421,286; D427,658. Foreign Patents: 374-359;
CA88472; CA1,253,381; DE69216763.3; DEM9304093.8; EP0540368; SE55201. The ARD (anti-reflection device)
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of Tenebraex Corp. Printed in the U.S.A. This publication may not be reprinted or otherwise reproduced without
the expressed written consent of Leupold & Stevens, Inc. Printed on recycled paper.
The Leupold package is made in part from recycled materials and is 100%
recyclable. This includes the black polypropylene supports, which are made
of an accepted recyclable material. Many Leupold owners keep their scope
boxes. If you have no use for yours, we encourage you to dispose of it
responsibly. The special cloth surrounding your new scope was designed to
be reusable; consider making it part of your regular gun care kit. 
						

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Prière de lire ce manuel en entier avant de monter la lunette de pointage.
Attention :Toujours vérifier et sassurer que larme à feu est déchargée avant dy entreprendre un travail.
Présentation de la lunette
La lunette de pointage Leupold consiste en 4 pièces principales :
1.La lentille de lobjectif (ou lentille avant), essentielle à lobtention dune image visuelle supérieure. 
2.Le réticule, souvent appelé disque de visée, procurant le point de mire. 
3.Les lentilles internes de redressement de limage. 
4.La lentille oculaire (ou simplement loculaire) qui fonctionne avec les autres lentilles pour grossir limage, fournir le
dégagement oculaire correct et effectuer les corrections dioptriques. 
La lunette Leupold, montée et réglée correctement sur larme, a été testée afin dassurer des performances appréciables et
exceptionnelles. De bonnes performances dépendent dun montage solide de la lunette. 
Mise au point du réticule
REMARQUE :Tous les ajustements des lunettes à grossissement variable doivent être effectués selon le réglage de 
grossissement le plus élevé.
Fixer la lunette et larme sur un appui ferme. Pointer la lunette en direction dun objet de larrière-plan légèrement coloré.
La lunette se trouvant à environ 10 cm de lœil, le réticule doit apparaître distinctement et nettement ; sinon, il faut régler la
mise au point à laide de loculaire.
Si la lunette Leupold possède un oculaire doté dune bague de blocage, procéder comme suit :
1.Empoigner loculaire et le dégager de la bague de blocage. Lorsque la bague de blocage est débloquée de 
loculaire, la faire tourner vers la droite pour léloigner afin quelle ne gêne pas pendant le réglage.
2.Pour éloigner les divers éléments de soi afin de mieux les voir (c.-à-d., en cas de presbytie), faire tourner loculaire vers
la gauche de 3 ou 4 tours. Pour rapprocher les divers éléments de soi afin de mieux les voir (c.-à-d., en cas de myopie),
faire tourner loculaire vers la droite de 3 ou 4 tours.
3.En visant par la lunette dirigée vers le ciel, jeter quelques coups dœil au réticule. La mise au point du réticule doit
savérer quelque peu différente de celle du début. Continuer ce processus jusquà ce que le réticule apparaisse clair et net.
4.Lorsque limage du réticule est satisfaisante, faire tourner la bague de blocage de façon quelle appuie fermement 
sur loculaire.
Si la lunette Leupold possède un oculaire à mise au point rapide, procéder comme suit :
1.Les réglages se font tous à laide de la bague de loculaire.
2.Viser par la lunette en procédant par coups dœil rapides tout en mettant au point limage du réticule.
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