Winchester Repeating Arms Wildcat - Manual (Page 7)

S ERIAL N UMBER
The serial number is located on the left side of the receiver,
forward of the ejection port. Record the serial number at
the front of this owner’s manual for future reference.
I NITIAL C LEANING /O ILING
Some metal parts of your new Wildcat rifle have been
coated at the factory with a rust preventative compound.
Before first using your Wildcat, a high-quality, light gun
oil should be used to remove this compound and to give
your new gun its first lubrication. Wipe the action and bolt
clean and apply a few drops of quality oil on the bolt guide
lug and guide rails. Clean the barrel using a cleaning rod
and patch as explained under “Cleaning and Maintenance
Suggestions” found on page 14 of this owner’s manual.
It is recommended that the “Cleaning and Maintenance
Suggestions” be followed before each oiling.
If your new Wildcat is to be stored for an extended period
of time, it is permissible to leave the rust preventative
compound in place and keep your Wildcat in its box for
maximum protection during long-term storage.
A MMUNITION
The Winchester Wildcat rifle must only be used with 22
Long Rifle rimfire ammunition as designated on the barrel.
Do not shoot 22 Short or 22 Long ammunition, blanks or
bird shot cartridges. Always read the ammunition label
and any enclosures with the ammunition to assure that the
ammunition is appropriate or that there is no restriction
for its use with your firearm. We can assume no
responsibility for incidents which occur through the
use of cartridges of nonstandard dimension or those
developing pressures in excess of SAAMI (Sporting
Arms and Ammunition Manufacturer’s Institute)
established standards.
Winchester ammunition is always an excellent choice
for your new Winchester rifle, delivering the unmatched
performance and dependability you want.
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.
O PERATION OF THE S AFETY
The safety is located just forward of the trigger guard,
on the right side of the rifle.
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