Vortex Optics RAZOR HD 5-20X50 RIFLESCOPE — First Focal Plane User Manual

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Maintenance

The Vortex Razor riflescope requires very little
routine maintenance other than periodically cleaning
the exterior lenses. The exterior of the scope may be
cleaned by wiping with a soft, dry cloth.

Cleaning

• Be sure to blow away any dust or grit on the lenses
prior to wiping the surfaces.
• Using your breath, or a very small amount of water or
pure alcohol, can help remove stubborn things like dried
water spots.

All components of the Vortex Razor HD are permanently
lubricated, so no additional lubricant should be applied. If
possible, avoid exposing your Vortex riflescope to direct
sunlight or any very hot location for long periods of time.

Lubrication

Troubleshooting

Please check the following items prior to returning a
riflescope for service.

When cleaning the lenses, be sure to use products that are
specifically designed for use on coated optical lenses.

Many times, problems thought to be with the scope are
actually mount problems. Verify use of correct base and
rings for the rifle and that these are correctly oriented and
tightened. The scope should not twist or move in the rings.

Insufficient windage or elevation adjustment range can indicate
an incorrect base, alignment problems with mount holes
drilled in base or rifle’s receiver, or alignment problems with
barrel and receiver.

If the rifle is failing to group well, there are several things to
easily check:
• Be sure the rifle’s action is bedded correctly, and all
mounting screws are properly tightened.
• The rifle’s barrel and action should be clean and free
of excessive oil or copper fouling.
• Also, some rifle/ammunition combinations simply
don’t work well together—try shooting different
ammunition and see if accuracy improves.
• Over torquing rings.

Note: Other than to remove the turret caps, do not attempt to
disassemble any components of the riflescope. Disassembling
of riflescope may void warranty.