Remington 700 Etronx Instruction Manual

							TO REMOVE THE BOLT ASSEMBLY:
WARNING:
Check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no cartridges in the firearm.
NEVERattempt to remove the bolt assembly on a loaded firearm.
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Turn the key switch to the 
OFF/DISABLED (O)position.
4. Raise the bolt handle.
5. Pull the bolt handle all the way back.
6. Push the bolt stop release. See Picture 8 on page 10.
7. As you push the bolt stop release, slide the bolt from the firearm.
Firearm Assembly and Disassembly
TO DISASSEMBLE:
WARNING: Check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no cartridges in the firearm.
NEVER attempt to assemble or disassemble the bolt assembly on a loaded firearm.
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Turn the key switch to the 
OFF/DISABLED (O)position.
4. Remove the bolt assembly. See instructions on this page.
5. Turn the rifle upside down.
6. Remove the screws from the trigger guard. See Picture 9.
7. Carefully lift the stock away from the action. 
TO ASSEMBLE:
1. Put the magazine into the magazine recess in the receiver.
2. With the trigger guard removed, replace the stock over the action, carefully aligning the action’s barrel lug
with the lug cut in the stock.
NOTE:To prevent damage to the mating electrical connectors when reassembling the stock to the action, it 
is very important to align the action’s barrel lug with the barrel lug cut in the stock and gently squeeze the
components together (light finger pressure only). Failure to align the barrel lug with the barrel lug cut in the
stock will misalign the connectors on the trigger assembly and the stock, possibly damaging the connectors. 
If more than finger pressure is required to squeeze the action and the stock together, it is an indication that 
the mating connectors are misaligned. Further pressure will damage the mating connectors.
3. Gently squeeze the action to the stock. The action is fully seated in the stock when the rear end of the
receiver is resting completely against the bedding block in the stock.
4. Assemble the trigger guard to the stock.
5. Replace and tighten trigger guard screws.
WARNING:Before you replace the bolt assembly, make sure the barrel is free of obstructions. 
6. Replace the bolt assembly. See instructions on pages 10 and 11.
The Trigger Assembly
Pulling the trigger fires the firearm.
WARNING:Never put your finger on the trigger unless, and until, you are going to fire the firearm.
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PICTURE 9 
						

							TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT:
The trigger of your Model 700™ EtronX™ rifle has been preset at the factory in conformity with industry
guidelines to have a trigger pull force of at least 3 pounds. However, for competition target shooters firing the
rifle from a secure stationary rest in a controlled environment, the trigger pull force can be adjusted downward
by the user or a qualified gunsmith using the procedure set forth below.
WARNING:Adjustment of the trigger pull force in this rifle below 3 pounds should only be made for a rifle to 
be used in competitive target shooting and fired from a secure stationary rest in a controlled environment. For
any other purpose, including use in the field, the trigger pull force on your rifle should 
NEVERbe reduced
below 3 pounds. Remember – regardless of the amount of trigger pull force, ALWAYSkeep the muzzle of your
rifle pointed in a safe direction to prevent injury or death caused by an unintended or accidental discharge.
WARNING:Only the trigger pull force is adjustable. For safety’s sake, NEVERmake adjustments or alterations
to any other parts of the trigger assembly or rifle.
TO ADJUST TRIGGER PULL FORCE:
WARNING:
With the safety mechanism in the S-SAFEposition, check the chamber and magazine of the rifle to
make sure there are no cartridges in the rifle. 
NEVERattempt to adjust the trigger pull force on a loaded rifle.
1. Disassemble the firearm. See instructions on page 11.
2. Remove the magazine from the magazine recess in the bottom of the receiver.
3. Insert 1/16” hex key wrench into the trigger adjustment screw. See Picture 10.
4. Turning the trigger pull adjusting screw counterclockwise will lighten the trigger pull force. Turning the
trigger pull adjusting screw clockwise will increase the trigger pull force.
5. Pull and release the trigger several times after each adjustment to
reseat the trigger pull force spring.
6. Check the trigger pull force with a force gauge or deadweight. An
audible click can be heard from the trigger assembly when the
trigger is pulled. The force measure when the click is heard is the
trigger pull force. 
7. Repeat step 6 several times to ensure the proper trigger pull
force is maintained.
WARNING:If proper trigger pull weight can not be maintained from pull to pull, then return the firearm to the
factory for service. Do not use your rifle if the trigger pull force can not be maintained. 
8. Reassemble the firearm. See instructions on page 11.
WARNING:Be sure to note if you have adjusted the trigger pull force below 3 pounds when you store your
rifle for any period of time. If you expect at any time to loan or sell your Model 700 EtronX rifle or to use the
rifle for anything other than competition target shooting from a secure, stationary rest in a controlled 
environment, you should readjust the trigger pull force to at least 3 pounds.
The Barrel
The inside of the barrel must be clean and free of obstructions.
WARNING:Check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no cartridges in the firearm.
I.  TO CHECK THE INSIDE OF THE BARREL:
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Turn the key switch to the 
OFF/DISABLED (O)position.
4. Raise the bolt handle.
5. Pull the bolt all the way back.
6. Remove any ammunition from the chamber or magazine. See page 14.
7. Remove the bolt. See page 11.
8. Look through the inside of the barrel from the chamber end to the muzzle. See Picture 1 on page 7.
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							II.  TO REMOVE OBJECT FROM INSIDE THE BARREL:
1. Use the correct size cleaning rod. 
2. Push the cleaning rod from the chamber end all the way through the barrel, until the rod comes 
out of the muzzle.
3. If an object can not be easily pushed out of the barrel with a cleaning rod, return the firearm to the factory
or a REMINGTON
®RECOMMENDED GUNSMITH.
WARNING: NEVERtry to remove an object from the barrel by loading another cartridge and firing. This may
cause the barrel to burst or a cartridge case to rupture and cause serious injury or death.
III.  TO CLEAN THE BARREL, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOWN ON PAGE 15.
To Load the Firearm
Before loading the firearm, make sure the inside of the barrel is free of dirt or other obstructions.
I.  TO LOAD ONE CARTRIDGE ONLY:
WARNING:
Use Remington ETRONX™ ammunition ONLY. Always check the cartridge for the correct caliber
before loading the firearm.
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Turn the key switch to the 
OFF/DISABLED (O)position.
4. Raise the bolt handle.
5. Pull the bolt handle all the way back.
6. Put one cartridge of the correct caliber on the magazine 
follower or in the chamber. See Picture 11.
7. Slide the bolt handle forward, then push the bolt handle down to lock the cartridge into the chamber.
THE FIREARM IS NOW LOADED.
8. Turn the key switch to the ON/ENABLED (I)position.
9. To fire the firearm, put the safety mechanism in the 
F-FIREposition. The LEDwill turn ONsolid when the
firearm is ready to fire.
THE FIREARM IS READY TO FIRE.
NOTE: If the firearm is not fired within approximately 30 minutes, the system will put itself into a low power
consumption mode. To reactivate the system:
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Move the safety mechanism to the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Put the safety mechanism to the 
F-FIREposition.
4. When the 
LEDturns ONsolid, THE FIREARM IS AGAIN READY TO FIRE.
II.  TO LOAD THE CHAMBER MAGAZINE:
WARNING:
Use Remington ETRONX ammunition ONLY. Always
check the cartridge for the correct caliber before loading the firearm.
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Turn the key switch to the 
OFF/DISABLED (O)position.
4. Raise the bolt handle. 
5. Pull the bolt handle all the way back. 
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PICTURE 11
SPECIAL NOTICEModel 700 .220 SWIFT LOADING INSTRUCTIONS
Unlike other cartridges which are chambered
in the Model 700, the .220 SWIFT 
is a semi-rimmed cartridge. Therefore, 
to ensure proper feeding, make sure 
that the rim of the top cartridge is 
aheadof the rim of the cartridge below.
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							6. Push four cartridges of the correct caliber, one at a time, into the magazine. If the firearm is a magnum, you
can only load three cartridges. If the firearm is a .17, .222 or .223 caliber, the magazine will hold five car-
tridges. Keep the bullets aligned toward the chamber. See Picture 11 on page 13.
7. Put one cartridge into the chamber.
8. Use your fingers to push the cartridges in the magazine all the way down. Slowly slide the colt assembly
forward, so that the bolt slides over the top of the cartridges in the magazine. 
9. Push the bolt handle down.
THE CHAMBER AND MAGAZINE ARE NOW FULLY LOADED.
10. Turn the key switch to the ON/ENABLED (I)position. 
11. To fire the firearm, put the safety mechanism in the 
F-FIREposition.
12. When the 
LEDturns ONsolid, THE FIREARM IS READY TO FIRE.
NOTE:
If the firearm is not fired within approximately 30 minutes, the system will put itself into a low power
consumption mode. To reactivate the system:
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Move the safety mechanism to the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Put the safety mechanism to the 
F-FIREposition.
4. When the 
LEDturns ONsolid. THE FIREARM IS AGAIN READY TO FIRE.
To Unload the Firearm
WARNING:Unload your firearm whenever you are not shooting.
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Turn the key switch to the 
OFF/DISABLED (O)position.
4. Raise the bolt handle. 
5. Put one hand over the top of the ejection port.
6. Slowly pull the bolt handle back with your other hand to
remove the cartridge from the chamber.
7. Hold cartridge and remove it from the firearm.
8. Put your hand under the floor plate.
9. Push the floor plate latch to release the floor plate. See
Picture 12. The magazine spring and follower will be released from the magazine.
10. Remove released cartridges.
11. Push in the magazine follower, then close the floor plate.
WARNING:Check the chamber and the magazine to make sure there are no cartridges in the firearm.
Lubrication and Maintenance
Over-lubricationshould be avoided at all times. Remington®recommends the use of Rem™ Oil. Other oils and
lubricants may have conductive properties  that may interfere with the operations of the firearm. A thin coat of
Rem™ Oil helps to prevent rusting. See note below.
When the firearm is to be stored, it should be cleaned and thoroughly oiled. While in storage, outside surfaces
should be occasionally wiped with a light coat of Rem™ Oil. Remington also recommends that
the battery be removed from the firearm when the firearm is stored for extended periods of time
(see instructions on page 10).
When the firearm is to be used again after storage, all excess lubrication must be removed.
The chamber and bore must be thoroughly wiped dry. Reinstall the battery in the firearm (see
instructions on page 10).
NOTE:Remington Rem™ Oil is available from your local dealer. If your dealer is out of stock, ask them to
order Rem™ Oil from their Remington distributor.
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PICTURE 12 
						

							TO CLEAN THE BARREL:
WARNING:
Check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no cartridges in the firearm. Never try to
clean a loaded firearm.
NOTE:Remington®recommends that chlorinated solvents NOTbe used to clean this firearm.
1. Use the equipment provided in a good cleaning kit. For recommendations, see your 
Remington Authorized Gunsmith.
2. Point the muzzle of the firearm in a safe direction.
3. Put the safety mechanism in the 
S-SAFEposition.
4. Turn the key to the 
OFF/DISABLED (O)position.
5. Remove the bolt assembly. See instructions on page 11.
6. Select the proper caliber cleaning brush and attach the brush to the cleaning rod. 
7. Put the cleaning brush into the gun cleaning solvent.
NOTE:The barrel should lay horizontally with the ejection port facing down during cleaning. Always clean the
barrel from the chamber end to the muzzle.
8. Push the cleaning brush through the barrel several times.
9. Remove brush from rod, attach tip with cleaning patch and push through the bore.
10. Repeat several times using a new cleaning patch each time, until the patch is not dirty.
11. Push a clean patch saturated with Rem™ Oil through the barrel.
12. Push a clean, dry patch through the barrel to remove excess lubricant.
13. Apply a thin coat of Rem™ Oil to the outside of the barrel with a soft cleaning cloth.
14. After cleaning the barrel, clean the receiver and the trigger assembly.
WARNING:This firearm should be checked periodically by Remington Arms Company, Inc. or a 
REMINGTON RECOMMENDED GUNSMITH. This will ensure proper inspection and any necessary 
replacement of worn or damaged parts.
TO CLEAN THE RECEIVER AND TRIGGER ASSEMBLY:
WARNING:
Check the chamber and the magazine to make sure there are no 
cartridges in the firearm.
1. Disassemble the firearm. See instructions on page 11.
NOTE:Clean the receiver and trigger assembly as a unit with Rem™ Oil.
2. Spray the receiver and the one point of the trigger assembly with Rem™ Oil.
See Picture 13. Let stand for 15 minutes. Spray again to wash off the compo-
nents. Shake off any excess lubricant.
WARNING:Excessive use of a non-recommended lubricant could adversely affect the function and 
safe operation of your firearm.
TO ASSEMBLE: 
1. Reassemble the firearm. See instructions on page 11.
WARNING:After cleaning the trigger assembly, check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no car-
tridges in the firearm. Pull the trigger. A click will be heard or felt when the trigger is pulled. If no click is heard or
felt when the trigger is pulled, return the firearm to the factory or a REMINGTON RECOMMENDED GUNSMITH.
CLEANING FREQUENCY:
1. Before and after long-term storage.
2. When the rifle has been subjected to adverse conditions such as shooting in the rain, snow, sleet or saltwater areas.
3. When the rifle is exposed to dirty conditions such as lying on the ground outdoors, being dropped in the mud, etc.
NOTE:While the stainless steel versions of the Model 700™ Rifle have been designed and manufactured to provide
improved corrosion protection, only proper care will keep your firearm in good operating condition and maintain
the appearance. After extensive use, the protective coating on plated parts may be worn sufficiently to reduce 
corrosion protection. Such worn parts should be replaced to assure the integrity of the corrosion protection.
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PICTURE 13 
						

							WARNING:After each use, follow the lubrication and maintenance directions in this instruction book. If the
firearm is immersed, it must be thoroughly cleaned, dried and lubricated as soon as possible. To dry the stock,
remove the action from the stock and remove the recoil pad and battery from the stock butt. Allow any water
remaining in the stock to drain. Make sure the battery compartment and blindmate connectors are completely
clean and dry before reinstalling the battery, recoil pad and action. In case of saltwater immersion, first flush
all parts with freshwater, then dry, clean and lubricate the firearm. If the firearm does not function properly,
return the firearm to the factory. Failure to obey this warning may lead to firearm malfunctions which could
result in serious personal injury or death to you or others.
Instructions for Cleaning the Bolt Assembly
TO DISASSEMBLE THE BOLT ASSEMBLY:
WARNING:
Check the chamber and magazine to make sure there
are no cartridges in the firearm.
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the 
S-SAFEposition.
3. Turn the key switch to the 
OFF/DISABLED (O)position.
4. Remove the bolt assembly from the firearm. See instructions 
on page 11. 
5. Pull rearward on the bolt plug detent with your thumb. 
See Picture 14.
6. The bolt plug is attached to the bolt with left-handed threads.
Rotate the bolt plug clockwise and unscrew it from the bolt.
7. Slide the firing pin assembly from the bolt.
8. Pull the firing pin contact assembly rearward off of the firing 
pin insulator from the end of the firing pin. See Picture 15.
9. Clean all parts with gun-cleaning solvent. Dry with a clean cloth.
NOTE:Remington®recommends that chlorinated solvents NOTbe used to clean this firearm.
10. Apply a thin coat of Rem™ Oil.
TO ASSEMBLE: 
WARNING:
Check the chamber and the magazine to make sure there are cartridges in the firearm. 
NEVERattempt to assemble the bolt assembly on a loaded firearm. 
1. Put the firing pin contact assembly on the firing pin with the exposed
portion of the contact pointing toward the rear of the firing pin. Make
sure the firing pin insulator is still attached to the firing pin. See
Picture 15.
2. Slide the firing pin assembly into the rear of the bolt, slipping the
firing pin contact into the slot in the rear of the bolt. See Picture 16.
3. Insert the bolt plug into the rear of the bolt. Turn counterclockwise
to tighten until the bolt plug detent snaps into the small notch at
the rear of the bolt. See Picture 17. The bolt is now assembled.
NOTE:If the bolt plug is turned past the small notch, the bolt plug
will hit the receiver when the bolt is assembled to the firearm.
4. Assemble the bolt assembly into the firearm. See instructions
on page 10.
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PICTURE 14
PICTURE 15
PICTURE 16
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							How to Obtain Parts and Service From Remington.®
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
our toll free customer service number, 1-800-243-9700, Mon.-Fri., 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Eastern time. 
1. Fax completed order form (obtainable from the Web site) to 1-336-548-7801.
2. To order by phone without the order form call 1-877-ETRONX1.
Please have the following information ready before you call.
• Firearm model and serial number.
• Part description and quantity. Part descriptions can be found on the parts listing page in this manual.
• Your complete mailing address (P.O. Box and street address), including zip code, day-time telephone 
number and e-mail address.
• Method of payment: MasterCard, VISA, Amex or Discover card number and expiration date. Prepayment
may be made by check or money order. A quote may be made to you over the phone. (Sorry, no C.O.D.s.)
WARNING:USE ONLY REMINGTON ETRONX PARTS IN REMINGTON ETRONX FIREARMS.
NOTE:SOME PARTS MAY BE RESTRICTED. See parts list for details. Owner’s manuals/instruction books may
be requested via our Web site at www.remington.com or by calling 1-877-ETRONX1.
REPAIR SERVICES
1. To obtain repair information on your Model 700™ EtronX™ firearm, visit our Web site at www.remington.com
and select “Support” from “Obtaining Service.”
Print the “Repair Order” provided and package with the firearm. 
• Record the serial number of your firearm before sending it to us.
• Pack your firearm for safety and to prevent further damage in shipping and handling. Preferably, ship in
a firearm box.
• Remove all accessories from the firearm to prevent loss or damage.
• Enclose a letter with the firearm detailing the serial number along with a full description of the problem.
Be sure to include your full name and address (P.O. Box and street address), including zip code, day-
time telephone number and e-mail address.
• Ship your firearm by either United Parcel Service (UPS) or Parcel Post (US Post Office). Remington is not
responsible for damage or loss during shipment, so you may elect to purchase insurance from your carrier.
Ship to:
Remington Arms Company, Inc.
Arms Service Department ETRONX
14 Hoefler Ave.
Ilion, NY 13357
• EtronX firearms sent to Remington Arms Co. Inc., will be given priority attention in order to provide you
with the most effective and efficient service possible.
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WARNING!DO NOT SEND LIVE OR SPENT SHELLS IN YOUR FIREARM OR IN
THE SAME BOX WITH THE FIREARM. THIS IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW.
IF YOU FEEL YOU MUST SEND SPENT SHELLS, PLEASE SEND THEM IN A
SEPARATE PACKAGE AND INCLUDE NAME, ADDRESS (WITH ZIP CODE),
TELEPHONE NUMBER, MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR FIREARM. 
						

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MODEL 700™ETRONX™
Bolt Action Centerfire Rifle 
						

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1 Barrel Assembly (Restricted)
2 Battery
3 Bolt Assembly (Restricted)
4 Bolt Plug Assembly (Restricted)
5 Bolt Stop (Restricted)
6 Bolt Stop Pin (Restricted)
7 Bolt Stop Spring (Restricted)
8 Ejector
9 Ejector Pin
10 Ejector Spring
11 Extractor
12 Firing Pin Assembly (Restricted)
13 Firing Pin Contact Assembly
14 Firing Pin Insulator
15 Floor Plate Latch
16 Floor Plate Latch Pin
17 Floor Plate Latch Spring
18 Floor Plate Pivot Pin
19 Front Guard Screw
20 Grounding Screw
21 Magazine
22 Magazine Follower
23 Magazine Spring
24 Rear Guard Screw
25 Receiver Plug Screw
26 Recoil Pad (Restricted)
27 Recoil Pad Screw
28 Sear Pin (Restricted)
29 Stock Assembly (Restricted)
30 Swivel Screw (2)
31 Trigger Assembly (Restricted)
32 Trigger Guard Assembly
VIEW 
#PART NAME
MODEL 700™ETRONX™
Bolt Action Centerfire Rifle
PARTS LIST 
						

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WARNING:Before troubleshooting, check the chamber and the
magazine to make sure there are no cartridges in the firearm.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
LEDflashes 1 time. • Low battery voltage. • Replace battery.
LEDflashes 2 times.  • Battery is dead. • Replace battery.
LEDflashes 3 times. • Key switch in the OFF/DISABLED (0)• Move safety mechanism from F-FIRE 
position when safety mechanism movedback to S-SAFE. Turn key switch to
from the 
S-SAFEto F-FIREposition.ON/ENABLE (I). Then move the safety
mechanism back to the F-FIREposition.
LEDflashes 4 times. • Trigger pulled when safety mechanism • Cycle safety mechanism from F-FIRE
was moved from S-SAFEto F-FIRE.to S-SAFE and then back to F-FIRE
with your finger off the trigger. 
• Check for and relieve any binding of 
the trigger between mating components
such as trigger guard.
• Trigger switch is damaged. Factory 
service is required.
LEDflashes 5 times.  • Battery was installed with the safety  • Cycle safety mechanism from F-FIRE
mechanism in the F-FIREposition. to S-SAFEand then back to F-FIRE
with your finger off the trigger.
LEDflashes 6, 7, 8, 9,  • Malfunction in the on-board  • Factory service is required. Do not
10 or 11 times. electronics.  attempt to use your firearm. Please 
note the number of flashes in the letter
of explanation accompanying the
firearm when it is returned for service.
Cartridge chambered   • Safety mechanism in 
S-SAFEposition. • Move safety mechanism to 
but LEDdoes notF-FIREposition.
illuminate.
• No battery in the firearm. • Unload the firearm following the
instructions on page 14. Install the 
battery following the instructions on 
page 10.
• Firing pin not touching the primer. • Firing pin is bound rearward. Unload
the firearm following the instructions 
on page 14. Disassemble the bolt 
following the instructions on page 16 
and verify the firing pin moves freely. 
If it does not, contact Remington
®for 
service, noting the condition in the 
letter of explanation accompanying the
firearm when it is returned for service.
• Cartridge’s primer contact is mis-
aligned with the firing pin. Replace 
with a new cartridge.
• Cartridge’s primer contact is obstructed.
Replace with a new cartridge.