Remington 597 Magnum Instruction Manual

To Unload The Firearm
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
3. Pull the magazine latch rearward and remove the magazine from 
the firearm.
4. Pull the operating handle rearward to remove the cartridge remaining in
the chamber. Visually check the chamber to make sure it is empty.
5. Holding the magazine separate and apart from the firearm, slide the top cartridge forward and out of the
magazine. Repeat until the magazine is completely empty....

LUBRICATION:
Over-lubrication shouldbe avoided at all times. A light application of Rem™ Oil helps to prevent rusting. See note below.
WARNING!
Excessive use of a non-recommended lubricant could adversely affect the
function and safe operation of your rifle. Failure to properly maintain your rifle can not
only damage your rifle, it can expose you and others to unnecessary risks of personal
injury or death.
When the firearm is to be stored, it should be carefully cleaned and thoroughly oiled. Outside...

NOTE:The action has two (2) major parts, the receiver assembly
and the housing assembly.
7. Tap out assembly pin from either side. See Picture 13.
8. Rotate the housing downward, pivoting around front of housing,
slowly separating the housing from the receiver. See Picture 13.
To Clean The Receiver/Barrel Assembly
WARNING! Excessive use of a non-recommended lubricant
could adversely affect the function and safe operation of your rifle.
1. Remove two guide rail screws from rear of receiver.
2. Cycle bolt...

7. Position the posts of the magazine box bottom into the last coil of the magazine spring.
8. Push the magazine box bottom onto the magazine box until the bottom snaps into place.
WARNING!After each use, follow the lubrication and maintenance directions in this instruction book. If the
firearm is immersed in water, it must be thoroughly cleaned and lubricated as soon as possible. In case of salt-
water immersion, first flush all parts with fresh water, then dry, clean and lubricate the firearm. If the...

How to Obtain Parts and Service From Remington®Arms Co. 
TO ORDER PARTS:
Many Remington®Dealers and Authorized Repair Centers carry a full line of parts. Please check with them first
before ordering parts.
To expedite your PARTS order or request REPAIR SERVICE visit our web site at www.remington.com. Detailed
instructions are provided along with parts and/or service order forms. You may also reach Remington by calling
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MODEL 597™/MODEL 597 Magnum
Autoloading Rifle 

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MODEL 597™
1 Receiver (Restricted)
2 Trigger Housing Assembly
3 Barrel Assembly
4 Bolt (Restricted)
5 Bolt Guide Rail (2)
6 Guide Rail Screws (2)
7 Action Springs (2)
8 Magazine Box Assembly
9 Assembly Pin
10 Bolt Buffer 
11 Pivot Pin
12 Ejector
13 Hold-Open Pin
14 Hold-Open
15 Hold-Open Spring
16 Firing Pin
17 Firing Pin Spring
18 Firing Pin Retaining Pin
19 Extractor Spring
20 Extractor Plunger
21 Extractor
22 Barrel Clamp
23 Barrel Clamp Screw
24 Receiver Plug Screw (3)
25 Bolt Handle
26 Front...

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Model _________________ Serial # ________________  Date Purchased ______________
Purchased From ___________________________ Price Paid _________________________
Remember to complete and return the Firearm Warranty Registration Card in order to 
obtain full benefit of your Limited Two Year Firearm Warranty.
A WORD ON THE MAINTENANCE AND CARE OF YOUR REMINGTON FIREARM
Don’t Alter or Modify Your Gun and Have it Serviced Regularly.
Your firearm hasbeen designed to operate according to certain factory...

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Firearm Maintenance Record 

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