Mossberg FLEX System Shotguns - Manual (Page 2)

PART N0. 100848 REV. A 2
As the owner of a firearm, you must undertake the full-time responsibility
of safe firearms handling for your own safety and the safety of those
around you:
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Keep all firearms and ammunition out of the reach of children.
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Store your firearms and ammunition separately.
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Never store a loaded firearm.
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Never leave a loaded firearm unattended.
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Never transport a loaded firearm in a vehicle.
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Unload your firearm when you have stopped shooting and when
you have to climb a tree, fence, cross a slippery surface or have
to transport it in a vehicle.
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Do not load your firearm before you are in a place where it is safe
to shoot, and keep your finger off the trigger until you are on
target and have decided to fire.
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Never shoot at water, rocks or any hard surfaces. Bullets may
glance off such surfaces and cause injuries.
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Do not use alcohol or drugs before or while handling firearms.
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Do not touch the trigger while the safety button is being engaged
or disengaged.
Always point the muzzle of your firearm in a safe direction, regardless of
whether the firearm is loaded or unloaded. You should become thoroughly
familiar with the function and operation of this firearm and the instructions
supplied with it.
Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded. Give your firearm to someone
with the action open (bolt fully rearward), and the safety button fully to the
“ON” (SAFE) position, after you verify the firearm is unloaded. Insist on the
same procedure when receiving a firearm from someone else. Learn the
location of all the safety features of your firearm and how they operate.
Wear eye and ear protection when shooting. Shooting without proper ear
protection can cause hearing damage. The use of eye protection during
any type of shooting is important to protect your vision.
When using a firearm with mounted optics, maintain an adequate distance
between the rear of the scope and your face at all times. Be certain the
scope installation does not interfere with access to, or the proper
functioning of the safety button.
We specifically disclaim any responsibility for damage or injury
whatsoever occurring in connection with, or as a result of, the use of
faulty, or non-commercially manufactured, or remanufactured or
hand-loaded (reloaded) ammunition. Additionally, we disclaim any
responsibility for damage or injury which results from any
modifications or changes that are not a part of the firearm as
delivered from the factory.
Learn to clean your firearm thoroughly and make certain no oil, grease or
other materials are blocking the barrel. Obstructions of any kind can cause
damage to the firearm resulting in personal injury.
Practice proper firearm maintenance and safety. Make sure all exposed metal
surfaces are coated with a thin film of oil, especially after being exposed to damp
weather. (See the proper section of this manual for cleaning instructions.) Do not
plug the barrel or store in a fabric-lined case, which will absorb lubricants from the
firearm. Before using after storage, follow complete instructions stated in this
manual for re-familiarization with the firearm. A thorough inspection and function
test should be performed before going into the field. Have your firearm periodically
checked by a qualified gunsmith.