Winchester Repeating Arms X Pump (SXP) - Manual (Page 9)

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Prior to using live ammunition, familiarize yourself
thoroughly with the operating instructions in this
owner’s manual. Get accustomed to the feel of your new
firearm and know the forces required to operate the
action. Learn how to pull the trigger and, above all, know
the location and operation of the “safety.” Procedures for
disassembly and operation of various components are
outlined later in this owner’s manual. Please read and
study them thoroughly.
n omenclAture
In conventional firearm terminology the position and
movement of firearm parts are described as they occur
with the firearm horizontal and in the normal firing
position: i.e., the muzzle is forward or in front; the
buttstock is rearward or to the rear; the trigger is
downward or underneath; the rib is upward or on top.
For general parts nomenclature, refer to Figure 1, page 6.
The Super X Pump is also shown disassembled to the
extent necessary in order to follow the instructions
contained in this owner’s manual (Figure 11, page 26).
Figure 2, on pages 8 and 9, covers the general features and
benefits of the Super X Pump design.
Throughout this owner’s manual the “action” refers to the
mechanism of this shotgun which loads and secures the
shells 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.
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