SIG SAUER 1911 .22LR - Manual (Page 42)

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WARNING
The recoil springs are compressed. Guard the recoil springs and guide with
your thumb to control the release of spring tension. Uncontrolled release
can cause injury. Wear eye protection.
8.3 Pistol Assembly
1. Check the inside of the pistol and remove all foreign objects.
2. Turnover the slide and insert the barrel.
3. Place the recoil spring on the recoil spring guide. Place the recoil spring
guide assembly into the slide.
(Special Note: Some models may use a recoil spring with one end
smaller than the opposite end. Place the small end of the spring on the
spring guide rod first.)
4. Put the recoil spring plug from the front onto the recoil spring and press
it into the slide.
5. Slide the barrel bushing on the barrel and turn clockwise.
6. Put the barrel bushing from the front on the recoil spring guide and
ensure by twisting the barrel bushing.
7. Push the slide on the gun. The holes for the fixing pin and the stop must
match.
8. First insert the barrel fixing pin.
9. Insert the slide stop, but do not puncture fully re-fix the screw on the
right side of the pistol.
10. Cock the hammer and return the slide up to the marking on the lower
edge of the slide. Press the slide stop up to the stop.
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