Winchester Repeating Arms Wildcat - Manual (Page 3)

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8. Keep the barrel, chamber and action free of rust.
Rust in the barrel and chamber can cause excessive
pressures resulting in serious injury. A rusted, pitted
or eroded barrel should be replaced.
9. Use hearing protection to prevent ear damage
from repeated exposure to gunfire.
10. Always use proper shooting glasses to prevent
eye injury from flying particles.
11. Never carry a loaded firearm in a motor vehicle or
carry one into a dwelling. Always carefully unload
the firearm before entering a motor vehicle, a dwelling
or an area such as a camp. Always point firearms in a
safe direction while loading or unloading to prevent
serious injury in case of an accidental discharge. Never
load your firearm in a house or in a vehicle.
12. Never shoot at a hard, flat surface or at the surface of
water, to avoid a ricochet and possible serious personal
injury to yourself or a bystander.
13. Store firearms in a clean, dry place out of reach of
children and separated from stored ammunition.
14. Never alter any parts of your firearm. Any alterations
or adjustments that may become necessary to the
operating mechanism should be performed by a
qualified gunsmith.
15. Hunting from elevated surfaces, such as tree stands, is
dangerous. Doing so may increase the risk of handling
any firearm. Always make certain that the stand being
used is safe, sturdy and stable. Always make certain
your firearm is unloaded when it is being taken up and
down from the stand. Always make certain that your
firearm is not dropped from the stand or dropped while
it is being taken up or down from the stand.
16. Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning
firearms or handling ammunition may result in exposure
to lead and other substances known to cause birth
defects, reproductive harm and other serious physical
injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash
hands thoroughly after exposure.
G ENERAL D ESCRIPTION
The Winchester Wildcat is a bolt-action rifle capable of
excellent accuracy. The Wildcat is ready for many years of
service, plinking at the range or hunting small game. Study
this owner’s manual carefully to be sure you have covered
all information about your new rifle.
Refer to Figure 1 for general part descriptions regarding
your new rifle. You must become familiar with all part
names listed before proceeding with the rest of the
instructions in this owner’s manual.
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