Mossberg Maverick 8 and 9 - Manual (Page 7)

If you wish to load the firearm with the maximum number of shells, or fire single shots,
load the first shell through the ejection port located on the right side of the receiver (Fig.
5). The shell can be inserted directly into the chamber or placed on top of the elevator.
Close the action by moving the forearm completely forward. Be sure to leave the safety
“ON” until you are ready to shoot.
The shotgun is now loaded! The safety button should be in the “ON” (SAFE)
position until you are on target and have actually decided to fire. Keep the
muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times, and your fingers and any other
objects away from the trigger area.
loaDing magaZine
Load the magazine tube by turning the shotgun so that the trigger guard is facing up
and the action is closed. Push the front end of the shell into the magazine tube until
the rim of the shell snaps past the cartridge stop (Fig. 6 & 9). Never attempt to exceed
the magazine capacity.
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Inspect the chamber and bore of the barrel for any obstruction, excessive oil or
grease. The chamber is the rear portion of the barrel which contains the cartridge
(Fig. 4). Obstructions of any kind may result in damage to the firearm and/or
serious personal injury to the shooter or those nearby when the firearm is fired.
Do not load shotgun until ready for use! Unload shotgun when shooting has been
completed! The safety button should always be in the “ON” (SAFE) position whether
the firearm is loaded or not.
Check to be certain that the ammunition selected is the same type of cartridge as
designated on the left side of the barrel.
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