Traditions Vortek Ultralight User Manual

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If the primer fires but the main charge does not:
1. Remove the primer while keeping the barrel pointed in a

safe direction. using a cleaning pick, verify that the hole in

the breech plug is clear of any obstruction.

2. Tap the butt pad of the rifle with your hand to direct the

powder into the ignition channel. If you are using pellets

this process will not help.

3. Verify that propellant was loaded under your projectile by

running the ramrod down the muzzle and observing the

measure marks on your ramrod. use extreme caution to

always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

4. Check for any mechanical defects in the breech area. If

your gun has repeatedly failed to fire, you will need to

unload the rifle. See Section XIV. At this point a beginning

shooter should seek assistance from an experienced

shooter. Never leave an unfired charge in the barrel.

5. After verifying the above directions reprime the

muzzleloader and fire.

XIII. REMOVING ThE PROJEcTILE ANd ThE chARGE:

Method 1
1. Make sure the muzzle of the barrel is pointed in a safe

direction at all times.

2. Open the action and carefully remove the primer from the

breech plug.

3. using your fingers, rotate the Accelerator Breech Plug

Counter Clockwise. Depending on the amount of shooting

done you may have to use your spanner wrench loosen the

breech plug.

4. Insert a ramrod into the muzzle and push the load out of the

rear of the barrel.

5. Clean and wipe all surfaces of loose fouling and debris.

XII. hANGFIRES & MISFIRES

Hangfire
A hangfire is a delayed ignition. The primer fires when the

trigger is pulled and the main charge fires a brief moment

later. There are many reasons that hangfires occur. If you are

experiencing hangfires, there are possible causes that you need

to evaluate. Verify the following:
1. Verify that the primer is the correct size and properly fitted

onto the nipple.

2. Inspect that the ignition channel is clear of obstructions.
3. Verify that the proper propellant is being used and that

it is the proper granulation and is free from moisture,

contamination and oils.

4. Check the condition of the primers and propellant powder.

For hunting situations, it is a wise practice to use fresh

primers and powder. use a fresh load for each day’s hunting.

Misfire
A misfire is a failure of either the primer or the main charge to

ignite. This could be a very hazardous situation. Extreme caution
should be exercised when dealing with a misfire.
Rarely is a misfire the fault of the rifle. Generally, it can be

attributed to a problem with the propellant or primer.
Should your gun fail to fire for any reason, keep the muzzle
pointed at your down-range target for at least one minute with
the action closed. By doing so, you make sure you are prepared

for the chance of a delayed ignition.
If the percussion cap/primer did not fire:
1. Check to make certain that a primer was installed and is still

securely positioned on nipple.

2. Verify that the striker face is free of debris.
3. Try a new primer.