Winchester Repeating Arms X3 Shotgun - Manual (Page 12)

o peration oF the “S aFetY ”
always KeeP the “saFety” in the on saFe Position
unless shooting is iMMinent. always KeeP the
MuZZle Pointed in a saFe direction. Failure to
Follow these warnings could result in serious
injury or death.
The cross bolt “safety” is designed to prevent the trigger
from being pulled when in the on safe position. The
“safety” is located at the rear of the trigger guard. In the
off safe position, a red warning band is visible on the
“safety” button on the left side of the trigger guard. It is
essential that you become very familiar with the feel, look
and operation of the “safety” on this shotgun before
attempting to load and shoot.
The “safety” on this shotgun is reversible for right- or left-
handed operation. It comes from the factory in the right-
handed position. Verify the installation of your firearm’s
“safety.” Instructions in this owner’s manual are for the
“safety” installed in the right-handed position.
To place the firearm on safe, press the “safety” button to
the right (Figure 5). To move the “safety” to the off safe
or fire position, press the “safety” button to the left. This
exposes the red warning band on the “safety” button
(Figure 6).
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The shotgun is also shown disassembled to the extent
necessary in order to follow instructions contained in this
book (Figure 2, page 7). Figure 3 (pages 8-9) covers the
general features and benefits of the shotgun’s design.
Throughout this owner’s manual the term “action” refers
to the mechanism of this shotgun which loads and secures
the shell in the chamber.
S erial n umber
The serial number is located on the left side of the
receiver, just above the trigger guard. Record the serial
number at the front of this book for future reference.
i nitial c leaning anD o iling
NOTICE! Please taKe note oF the Following
inForMation beFore cleaning your FirearM.
c leaning p artS W ith S pecial F iniSheS
Be especially careful when cleaning firearms with
camouflage, Dura-Touch ® Armor Coating and other
special finishes. Always prevent these surfaces from coming
in contact with cleaning solvents, barrel scrubbers and
other strong chemicals. It is preferable to clean these
surfaces with a light gun oil containing no solvents or with
a damp cloth and mild dish soap (be sure to keep water out
of the action). When cleaning your firearm’s bore and
action, protect the external finishes from any contact with
chemicals used. Also, avoid any contact between external
finishes and other strong chemicals like those found in
DEET-containing insect repellents, sunscreens, etc.
Damage to camouflage, Dura-Touch and other finishes
caused by chemicals is irreversible and not repairable.
wear eye Protection when asseMbling and
disasseMbling your shotgun to Prevent sPrings,
sPring-loaded Parts, solvents or other agents
FroM contacting your eyes, resulting in injury.
Some metal parts of your new firearm have been coated at
the factory with a rust preventative compound. Before
using your firearm, clean the anti-rust compound from the
inside of the barrel, receiver, bolt mechanism and the
action/chamber areas. A high quality, lightweight gun oil
should be used to remove this compound and to give your
new firearm its first lubrication. Clean the barrel using a
cleaning rod and patch as explained under “Cleaning and
Maintenance Suggestions” found on page 29 in this
owner’s manual. Before beginning assembly of your firearm
you should first wipe the mechanism clean and apply a few
drops of quality oil on the indicated surfaces (Figure 4,
page 11). Avoid applying too much oil. Only a light film is
necessary. Excessive oil should be wiped off, especially in
cold weather.
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FIGURE 5
The “safety” shown in the
on safe position. The “safety” shown in the
off safe position.
FIGURE 6 FIGURE 4
Oil the bolt rails inside the receiver
lightly at these points.