Kimber Full-Size 1911 Pistols - Manual (Page 3)

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 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.
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.
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