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MAVERICK ARMS, INC.

PUMP ACTION SHOTGUN

MODEL 88
OWNER'S MANUAL

SAFETY WARNINGS
IMPORTANT "SAFETY WARNINGS"--NOTE THE SYMBOL These safety warnings are for your protection as well as the safety of others. Disregarding information in this manual may result in serious injury or death.

STOP! DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOAD OR USE ANY FIREARM UNTIL

YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. lmproper use and handling is dangerous and could cause severe injury or death to you personally or those around you. All users of the firearm must become thoroughly familiar with the instructions in this
manual.
BE CERTAIN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL IS AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE

AND IS KEPT WITH THIS FREARM IF TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER PARTY. lf manual is lost or misplaced, write directly to Maverick for a free
replacement copy.
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 VOU. KEEP ALL FIRERMS AND AMMUITION OUT OF THE REACH OF CuuoneN. sroRE youn FIREARMS AND AMMUNITIoN SEPARATELY. NEVER STORE A LOADED FIREARM. NEVER LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM UNATTENDED. NEVER TBANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM IN A VEHICLE. Before handling your firearm, you should learn how it operates and how to maintain it. This-inbludes knowing its basic parts, how the manual safety and other safety features operate, how to safely open and close the actio and how to safly load and unload ammunition from the gun.

REMEMBER: A FIREARM'S MANUAL SAFEW IS A MECHANICAL DEVICE WHICH CAN NEVER REPLACE SAFE GUN HANDLING. SAFE GUN HANDLING DEPENDS ON YOU!

ALWAYS POINT THE MUZZLE OF YOUR FIREARM !N A SAFE DIRECTION, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE FIREARM IS LOADED OR UNLOADED. YOU SHOULD BECOME THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE FUNCTION AND OPEBATION OF THIS FIREARM AND THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH IT. ALWAYS TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT WERE LOADED. GIVE YOUR FIREARM TO SOMEONE WITH THE ACTION OP-EN (FOREARM FULLY REARWARD) AND SAFETY IN

THE "ON" (SAFE) pOStTtON AFTER yOU VERtFy THE

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UNLOADED. INSIST ON THE SAME PROCEDURE WHEN RECEIVNG A FIREARM FROM SOMEONE ELSE. NEVER LEAVE FIREARM LOADED IN ANY LOCATION AS AN ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE COULD CAUSE TNJURY DAMAGE OR DEATH. MOST |MPORTANT--LEARN THE LOCATION OF ALL THE SAFETY FEATURES OF YOUR FIREARM AND HOW
THEY OPERATE. You have a responsibility to obtain proper training on how to use and maintain your firearm. Certified and reputable safety ourses and instructions are offered by The National Rifle Association (NRA) as well as by state and local organizations. YOU ALSO HAVE A RESPONSIBILIW TO-KNOW AND OBEY ALL LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS GOVERNING THE USE, POSSESSION AND TRANSPORTATION OF FIREARMS. Use the correct ammunition referenced by the marking on the barrel.

ommended Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers lnstitute (SAAMI) standards for factory loaded ammunition. WE SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIM ANY RESPONSIB!LITY FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY WHAT.

Maverick firearms are designed, manufactured and proof tested to rec-

THE USE OF FAULTY, OR NON-STANDARD, OR "REMANUFAC. TURED" OR HAND-LOADED (RELOADED) AMMUNtTtON. ADDITIONALLY, WE DISCLAIM ANY RESPONS!BILITY FOR DAMAGE OR lNJURY WHICH RESULTS FROM ANY MODIFICATIONS OR CHANGES THAT ARE NOT A PART OF THE F!REARM AS DELIVERED FROM THE
FACTORY.

SOEVER OCCURRING IN CONNECTION WITH, OR AS A RESULT OF,

Learn how to clean your firearm thoroughly and make certain no oil, grease or other materials are blocking the barrel. Obstructions of any kind can cause personal injury and damage to the firearm. Practice proper firearms maintenance and safety. Make sure all exposed metal surfaces are coated with a thn film of oil,especially after being exposed to damp weather. (SEE PROPER SECTION OF THIS MANUAL FOR CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS). DO NOT PLUG 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 manualfor refamiliarization with the firearm. A thorough inspection should be performed before going into the field. Have your gun periodically checked by a qualified gunsmith.

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.

NEVER CLIMB OR JUMP OVER AN OBSTACLE WITH A LOADED GUN. NEVER PULL A GUN TOWARD YOU BY THE MUZZLE. NEVER SHOOT TOWARDS A FLAT HARD SURFACE OR WATER. ALWAYS BE SURE YOUR BACKSTOP IS ADEQUATE. SAFETY AND SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING IS EVERY SHOOTER'S RESPONSIBILITY. TREAT ALL FIREARMS AS !F THEY ARE LOADED. CHAMBER LIVE ROUNDS ONLY WHEN READY TO FIRE AT A KNOWN, SAFE TARGET.

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WHEN HANDLING YOUR FIREARM, NEVER ALLOW HAND OR ANY

OBJECT TO TOUCH THE TRIGGER. ALWAYS KEEP THEMUTZLE OF THE GUN POINTED IN A SAFE DIREC. TtoN. THE SAFEW SHOULD ALWAYS BE N THE "ON',(SAFE) POSITION. IT IS A MECHANICAL DEVICE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED AS AN EXCUSE FOR CARELESS HANDLING OR UNSAFE PRACTICES.

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SCOPE INSTALLATION--Due to the heavy recoil of a shotgun, be careful to maintain an adequate distance between the rear of the scope and your face at alltimes.
Make sure you read, understand and follow the National Rifle Association's gun safety rules that are Iisted at the end of this manual.

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FOREARM

MAGAZINE TUBE
SAFETY BUTTON STOCK

TRIGGER GUARD

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itoPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand this entire manual and its safety warnings before firing the shotgun.

SAFETY

The safety button on the Model 88 shotgun is located at the front of the

trigger gard (Fig. 2) and should always be in the "ON" ("SAFE") position except when the gun is to be fired.

The safety is set in the "ON" ("SAFE") position by pushing the button from the left side (side opposite the ejection port) so that it moves all the way to the right. The button must always be pushed f ully to the right until it moves no further to be in the "ON" ("SAFE") position.
Moving the safety button fully to the left will put the safety in the "OFF" ("FlRE") position. WARNING: The safety button is designed to function only as described above and should not be reversed. Do not attempt to remove or reverse the button. Doing so will result in an unsafe condition which can cause

serious injury or death. The safety button is marked with a red ring for training purposes as a reminder ihat moving it to the left with red showing is the "FlRE" position, moving it all the way to the right with red not showing is the "SAFE"
position.

For safe gun handling, learn the feel of the positive "ON" and "OFF" positions of the safety.
DO NOT TOUCH THE TRIGGER WHILE MOVING THE SAFETY BUTTON.

WARNING: THE SHOTGUN WILL FIRE WHEN THE TRIGGER IS PULLED AND THE RED BAND MARKING !S SHOWING.

MARKING

Fig.2
ACTION RELEASE CONTROL
The action lock lever is located on the left side of the trigger housing just rearward of the trigger guard.

The action lock lever allows the action to be unlocked and opened for inspection or unloading tuithsutpulling the trigger. The action may be opened by depressing the lever and pulling t forearm rearwardirg. g).

NorE: During firing, the action unlocks automatically after the hammer falls and the action can be cycled without depressingthe action lock lever.

ACTION LOCKLEVER
DEPRESS TO UNLOCK

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BARREL ASSEMBLY

cAUTloN: Never forcibly close the action or pull trigger while barrel is
removed as damage could result to the firearm.
To facilitate shipping, some models are packaged with the barrel remeved.

To install the barrel in the receiver, proceed as follows:

Visually inspect the inside of the barrel to make certain it is free of any obstructions, excessive oil or grease before installation. lf you are unable to remove all obstructions, bring the gun to a qualified gunsmith or return it to Maverick. Failure to do so may result in gun damage and/or personal injury when the shotgun is fired.

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lf your shotgun includes a heat shield, read the separate installation instructions which begin on page 18 of this manual. Note the caution that the barrel must be fully seated into the receiver before the heat shield is positioned to be tightened.
MOVE THE SAFETY BUTTON, TO THE 'ON" (SAFE) POSITION (FIG. 2).

Depress the action lock lever (Fig. 3) and move the forearm rearuard until the front of the bolt is in the middle of the ejection port (Fig. 7). Slide the barrel into the receiver and tighten the takedown screw, finger tight only. Do NoT use pliers or a wrench to tighten the take down screw. A |ittle space between the magazine tube and the take down mount is normal (Fig.4).

CAUTION: Check to be certain that the barrel is fully seated into the
receiver by looking through the ejection port. The barrel extension must rest firmly aganst the corresponding cut in the top of the receiver as shown in Figure 4.

BARREL EXTENSION

SHOULDER
RECETVER

BARREL

SLIDU

TAKE DOWN MOUNT

EJECTOR

TANG

MAGAZINf,
TUBE

TAKE DOWN
SCREW

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MAGAZNE CAPACITY Total ammunition capacity (including one in the chamber) is six (6) 23/4" shells with 6 shot models. Capacity is reduced by one round when using S" shells in either model.

NOTE: Six shot models are shipped with a wooden dowel inserted in the magazine tube which limits magazine capacity to two (2) shells.
To remove the dowel, first follow the barrel removal procedure on page 8.

Point gun downward and shake it back and forth lightly untilthe dowel protrudes from the take down screw hole in the end of the magazine tube. A rubber "O" ring on the dowel prevents it from falling out accidentally. Grasp the dowel and pull it completely out.

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BEFORE LOADING, MOVE THE SAFEW BUTTON (Fig. 2) TO THE "ON" (SAFE) POSTTTON. During loading never allow fingers or any objects to contact the trigger. KEEP THE, MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AT ALL TIMES. Depress the action lock lever (Fig. 3) and open the action by pulling the forearm completely rearward. lnspect 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. a).) Failure to do so may result in gun damage and/or personal injury when the shotgun is fired. DO NOT LOAD 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.

EJECTION PORT

1ELEYATOR

Fig. S--Loading through the ejection port you lf 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 b insertd directly into the chamber or placed on top of the elevator. close the action bymoving the forearm conipletely forwrd.

THE SHOTGUN !S NOW LOADED! THE SAFETY BUTTON SHOULD BE N THE "ONu (SAFE) pOStTtON UNTTL READY FOR USE. KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AT ALL TIMES. LOADING MAGAZINE
Load the magazine tube by turning the shotoun so that the triooer ouard is facing up. Push the front nd of te shell in the masazine t6e uitil tfre rim of the shell snaps.past the cartridge stop. Never ttempt to exceed the magazine capacity (Fig. 6 & 9).

SHELL RIM

Fig.6

FIRING proper firing With the shotgun pointed in a safe direction and held in the position, ,r th safety to its "off" (fire).position. Pulling the trigger ihrough its full travel to the rear, will fire the shotgun.

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shotshell the actio btprll.g irre torearm rearward. Remove the misfired misfired the refire to attempt not Do ammunition. and segreJtironiother shell.

experienced....sToP FIRING! load or fire addipositio. (safe) "on" safety Utton io the r" .Do.not and. shotgun the unloaded you saiety hav after until tional shotshelli or bore' the chamber in ofstruction inrp".i"O it for possible dainage and/or competent a by gun examined the have mifres, recurring lf y'ou experiene
If a noticeable difference in sound or recoil is

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gunsmith. CYCLING THE ACTION forearm completely rearward' The spent To eject a shotshell case, pullthe 'will eject out of the rceiver through the ejection or unfired snoisfrel

"r port.

are Be sure that all observers are clear of the path of ejection' Empty cases injury' cause could thrown out with significant force and
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chamber a live shotshellfrom the magazine, push the forearm fully for-

ward. Remember when the magazine tube is toaded and the action is cycled,-a be charbered! Always keep the safety in the "on" (safe) position until you are actually ready to fire the shotgun'

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UNLOADING

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DURING UNLOADING, NEVER ALLOW FINGERS OR ANY OBJECT TO CONTACT THE TRtGden. KEEP THE MUzzLE POINTED lN A SAFE DIRECTION AT ALL TIMES. MOVE THE SAFETY BUTTON (FlG.

2) TO THE',ON" (SAFE) POSITION.

Depress the action lock lever (Fig. 3) a! pullthe forearm rearward, slowly, until the live shotshell is compietty withdrawn and visible in the ejection port. Remove shotshell bY hand. Continue pulling the forearm rearward to release the next shotshell onto the elevator. Turn the shotgun so that the ejection port faces.downward to allow the released shothell to drop out through the ejection port.

Push the forearm completely fonrard. Turn the shotgun over so that the trigger guard is positioned upward and the gun remains pointed in a safe direction.

lnsert right thumb into the opening in the bottom of the receiver and depress the cartridge stop on the right side to release shotshells one at a time (Fig. 9). Repeat until all shotshells are removed from the magazine tube.
Depress the action lock lever and pullthe forearm completely rearward. Visually inspect chamber, elevator and magazine tube again to insure that no shotshells remain in the shotgun. Leave the action in the open, reanrard position and the safety button in the

"on" (safe) position. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY DISASSEMBLY. ASSEMBLY. OR CLEAN. ING PROCEDURE:

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MOVE THE SAFETY BUTTON TO THE .ON', (SAFE) pOStTtON (Flc. 2).

the action, check chamber, elevator and magazine tube to be certain the firearm is unloaded.
Keep the action open and muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

Wear eye protection. DISASSEM BLY/BARREL REMOVA L

Depresslhe action lock lever (Fg. 3) and open the action by sliding the forearm fully reanrard.
Move the forearm slowly forward from the fully rearward position untilthe front of the bolt is in the middle of the ejection port (Fig. 7). Loosen the take down screw by turning counterclockwise until the screw threads are completely disengaged frornthe end of the magazine tube (Fig. 7). Remove the barrel from the receiver with a gentle back-and-forth rotational

EJECTION PORT

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TUBE

TAKEDOWN
SCREW

Fig. 7.-Removal of barrel

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movement while pulling the barrel out of the receiver assembly.

TRIGGER HOUSING REMOVAL

Position the shotgun on a clean surface with the trigger guard upward. With a blunt object (no greater than 3/16' 4.76 mml diameter), push out the smal! diameter trigger housing retainer pin located on the side of the receiver, approximately-1 t2" (12.mfi belo'w the rear of the trigger guard (Fig.
8).

Remove the trigger housing assembly by lifting the rear portion upward first. The trigger housing assembly is a complex assembly and must not be disassembled. Disassembly should only be performed by the factory or a qualified gunsmith.

TRIGGER HOUSING LUGS RECEIVER SLOT

HOLE FOR TRIGGER HOUSING PIN

Fig.8
Do not pull the trigger and allow the hammer to fall when the trigger housing assembly is removed from the receiver. To do so may result in personal injury or damage to the assembly.

CAUTION: Before performing any further disassembly, take tme to study how the internal componenls are arranged inside the receiver. DISASSEMBLY OF INTERNAL RECEIVER COMPONENTS
Remove the cartridge interrupter from ejection port side and cartridge stop from opposite side. (lt may be necessary to tap the sides of the receiver lightly to release these parts) (Fig. 9).

CAUTION: Pay special attention to the position of the bolt, bolt slide and action slide bar assembly during this portion of the disassembly, as the parts must be in the same relationship during reassembly.
Move the forearm/action slide assembly reanrard so that the bolt assembly and bolt slide are three quarters of the way rearward. When the bottom of the bolt slide is aligned with the clearance cuts in the sides of the receiver, lift the bolt slide upward and out of the receiver (Fig. 10).

CARTRIDGE INTERRUPTER CARTRIDGE STOP

Fig.9

BOLT SLIDE

ACTION SLIDE BAR

Fig. 10--Bolt slide installation/removal

Remove the bolt assembly by sliding it forward and out of the receiver assembly through the barrel opening at the front of the receiver (Fig. 11-1). Pivot the front portion of the elevator upward out of the receiver (Fig. 11-2). Squeeze the two arms, which form the open end of the elevator assembly toiether sufiiciently to disengage and remove the elevator from the receiver (Fg. 11-3).

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RECEIVER

Fig. ll--Elevator removal Remove the forearm/action slide assembly by sliding it fonrard and off the magazine tube.

CUTION: Field disassembty is now completed! The shotgun shoutd not be disassembled further for routine cleaning or maintenance. Further disassembly should only be performed at the factory or by a qualified gunsmith.

CLEANING

With proper care, your Maverick shotgun will provide you with years of dependable service. lt should be inspected and cleaned periodically to insure that it remains in good condition. Clean your firearm as soon as possible after use. This is especially important if your firearm has been
exposed to moisture.
Use the instructions and equipment provided in a quality gun cleaning kit. All metal parts should be cleaned with gun solvent and lightly lubricated with

gun oil.

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Over lubrication should be avoided. Use only lubricants specifically designed for firearms. Avoid the use of abrasives which may damage the metalfinish.
Make sure the barrel is free of obstructions and excessive lubricant after cleaning.

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tTRIGGER HOUSING
The trigger housing is a complex assembly and should not be disassembled. Clean.as a complete assembly with gun solvent and lightly tubricate with gun oil.

ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY OF INTERNAL RECEIVER COMPONENTS Place the receiver with the trigger housing opening upward on a clean surface.

slide the forearm assembly onto the magazine tube while guiding the action slide bar into the corresponding cuts in the front of the reciver (Fis. 12).

RECEIYER

MAGAZINE TUBE

FOREARM

ACTION SLIDE BAR

Fig.12
Assemble the elevator by squeezing the arms together sufficiently to position them in the receiver so that the buttons on the elevator frt into the corresponding (114" 16.4 mm])diameter holes in the reoeiver (Fig.11). Pivot the elevator so that the fonrard portion of the elevator is even with the outside edge of the cavity in the receiver. lnsert the rear of the bolt assembl with its bolt lock downwards toward the front inside top of the receiver, into the barrel opening of the receiver. Depress the ejector (located in the side of the receiver opposite the ejection port) to allow the bolt assembly to slide fully rearward into the receiver. The eiector must fit into the corresponding slot in the bolt (Fig. 11). Push the elevator down until it rests against the bolt.

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Position the rear of the bolt assembly even with the rear of the clearance cuts in the sides of the receiver (Fig. 13-B).

Position action bar so the notch on the bar is even with the cut on the inside receiver wall (Fig. 13-A).
The bolt slide should be positioned with the hook end downward and toward the front of the receiver (Fig. 13-1).

Assemble the bolt slide, hook end first, lowering the front (hook end) of the bolt slide so that it hooks into the corresponding cut on the bottom of the bolt lock and action bar stot (Fig. 13-1).
CLEARANCE ACTION SLIDE BAR

RECEIVER

ACTION SLIDE BAR

BOLT SLIDE

BOLT

BOLT

LOCK

RECEIVER

Fig. 13-1
Hold the bolt slide dorrrn and pull the forearm assembly fonrard. The bolt and bolt slide should move freely in their cuts in the rebeiver. lf parts do not slide easily--Do NoT FoROE-disassemble and reassemble, paying attention to the relationship of the bolt, bolt slide and action slide bar.

Position the cartridgq gtop and cartridge interrupter in their proper ptaces on the inside walls of the recelver (F9. g).

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The hooks must face inward toward the center of the cavity away from the receiver walls. TRGGER HOUSING ASSEMBLY NSTALLATION

NOTE: Hammer must be in the fully-cocked position to allow the trigger

housing to be inserted in the receiver. Hold the cartridge stop and cartridge interrupter in place firmly against the receiver walls with onb hand and grasp the trigger housing assembly with the other (Fg. 9). lnsert the lugs, on each side of the front corner of the trigger housing into the slots on ach side of the receiver (Fig. 14-1), then bring the rear of the housing assembly down and into position (Fig. 1a-2). DO NOT FORCE! Align the trigger pin hole in the housing assembly with those in the receiver. nsrt trigger housing pin and push in fully untilflush with the side of the receiver (Fig. 1a).

TRIGGER HOUSING LUGS RECEIVER SLOT

TRIGGER HOUSING PIN HOLE

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lf the trigger housing does not fit into place easily, check that all internal trigger husing pins are flush with the side of the housing and that the cartridg interrupter and cartridge stop are posioned properly.
NOTE:
FUNCTON TESTING

AFTER PERFORMING ANY WORK ON YOUR FIREARM SUCH AS oLEANING, DISASSEMBLY OR INSTALLATION OF AN ACCESSORY RE-

CHECK YOUR GUN FOR PROPER FUNCTIONING BEFORE FIRING ANY LIVE AMMUNITION. Be sure the firearm is completely unloaded and pointed in a safe direction at all times.

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(.AFE) posrrroN (FrG. 2).

Depress and hold the action lock lever (Fig. 3). Open and close the action several times to check for free movement of the action assembly. Close the action and leave the safe{y in the "on" (safe) position. Pull the trigger rearward fully. The hammer should not fall (No Fire).

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Remove your finger from the trigger. Move the safety to the "off" (fire) position. The hammer should not fall (No Fire).

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teave the safety in the "off" (fire) position.

Pullthe trigger rearward. The hammer should fall (Fire).
Open the action by moving the forearm fully rearward. Move the safety to the "on" (safe) position.

OF THE ABOVE STEPS, CONTACT

IF YOUR FIREARM DOES NOT PERFORM AS DESCRIBED IN ANY MAVERICK ARMS, INC.
IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE FIREARM.

SIGHT ADJUSTMENT. RIFLE SIGHT BARRELS BEFORE MAKING ANY SIGHT ADJUSTMENTS:

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MOVE SAFETY BUTTON TO THE "ON" (SAFE) POSITION. Open the action, check chamber, elevator and magazine tube to be certain

firearm is unloaded.
Keep action open and muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Elevation may be adjusted by loosening the small screw in the center of the rear sight. This will allow the sight blade to be moved upward or downward as required. Windage may be adjusted by moving the rear sight base to the left or right in the dove tail slot in the barrel. Place a wooden dowel or other object that will not damage the finish, against the side of the sight base. Tap the dowel with a hammer until the desired sight location is achieved.

Remember: Move the rear sight in the same direction you would like the shot to move. For example, if the point of impact is low and left at the point of aim...move the rear sight upward and to the right.

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BEFORE PERFORMING ANY DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES ALWAYS: MOVE SAFETY BUTTON TO THE "ON',(SAFE) POS|TTON (FtG. 2). Open the action, check chamber and magazine to be certain the firearm is unloaded. Keep action open and muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Should your firearm require service that necessitates return to our factory or a warranty gun repair station, kindly follow these instructions. BE SURE,GUN IS NOT LOADED

returned from the factory. Maverick Arms, lnc. cannot ensure

returning gun in same carton.

Please do not ship in a gun case, or in a special containerthat must be

that your stock is adequately wrapped to protect it from dents and

When shipping your gun, broken down into two or more pieces, make sure

scratches by the barrel, action or other parts that might shift in the carton during shipping. Maverick Arms, lnc. will not be responsible for any damage to guns during shipment to the factory. Please do not send gun accessories, such as sling straps, quick release
swivels, telescopes, mounts or other equipment to th factory with the gun. Briefly state the reason you are returning the firearm. When ordering replacement parts, please provide:

1. Model number 2. Serial number 3. Gauge 4. Finish (i.e., Blue, Camo, etc.) 5. Part name 6. Part reference number as indicated

on exploded view drawing

lnclude your complete return address (not a P.O. Box number) and phone number where you can be reached during normal business hours.

IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ANY OF THE MATERIAL IN THIS MANUAL OR HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACTA QUALIFIED GUNSMITH OR MAVERICK ARMS, INC. DIRECTLY.
FIREARMS ARE COMPLICATED MECHANISMS. ANY MODIFICATION, ALTERATIONS, OR IMPROPER FITTING OF PARTS MAY RESULT IN A DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION. DAMAGE TO THE FIREARM AND INJUHY TO THE SHOOTER AND OTHER PERSONS. THE GUN OWNER MUST ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CORRECT REASSEMBLY AND FUNCTIONING OF THE FIREARM AFTER ANY D]SASSEMBLY OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS.

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PARTS LIST
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1,1o. Description
Recoil pad screw Recoil pad

Item

No.

Description Firing pin spring

Elevator ass'y

32
33

2 3 4 5 6 7

Stock bolt Stock bolt washer

Stock

34
35

36
37 38

Bolt slide Cartridge stop Cart. inter. ass'y

Mainspring

Trigger housing pin Stock bolt lock washer

Receiver

9 10
11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21

BB'l ass'y Bead sight Middle sight Vent. rib

T.D. screw ass'y Magazine tube Magazine tube spring Magazine follower Action slide tube ass'y Forearm Action Slide tube nut Ejector screw Ejector Bolt lock Bolt lock pin Firing pin Ret. pin

39 40
41

42 43 44
45

Mainspring plunger Mainspring guide Trigger pin Action lock pin Safety button
Hammer pin Sear pin Hammer
Sear spring Sear

Mainspring guide pin

46 47 48 49 50
51

Disconnector

Action lock lever

Trigger Trigger spring Trigger Housing Pin Ret. SPring Mainspring retaining pn Action lock hammer spring Action lock disconnector spring Trigger housing ass'y Disconnector spring Trigger housing Bolt ass'y
Q.D. stud (rear) Q.D. stud (front)

22

52 53

23 24
25

54
55

26
27 28

Ext. Ret. pin - L.H. Extractor - L.H. Extractor - R.H. Bolt Firing pin Firing pin washer
Ext. spring

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57 58 59

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31

60
61

62

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ALUXAY FOTNT THE MUZZLE !N A SAFE

DIRECTION. Whether.you are shooting or simply handling your gun,

never point the muzzle at your self or at others. Common sense

should dictate which direction is safest depending on your

location and arious other conditions. Generally speaking, t is safest to have the gun pointed upward or toward the ground.

Be absolutely sure you have rdentified your target wthout any doubt. Of equal importarice, be aware of the area beyond your target. Ths means observing your prospective area of fire before you shoot. Never fire in a direction where there are people or any other potential for mishap. lt's simple: Think first. Shoot second.

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a natural tendency to place your trigger finger on the trigger when holding a gun. Avoid it! That's what trgger guards are made for - lo enable you to hold the gun comfortably with your finger OFF the trigger.

WEAR EYEAND EAR PROTECTION AS

AFMOFMA_E.
Guns are loud. They can also emt debris and hol gases that could cause eye iniury. For these reasons, safety glasses and ear protectors are recommended apparel.

U{NLREADYTO USE. Whenever you pick up any gun, immediately open the action and chsck to see that the chamber s unloaded. lf the gun has a magazine, make sure it's empty. lf you do not know how to open the gun's acton, leave it alone or-get help from someone who is knowledgeable.
Belore handling a gun, you should learn how it operates. This includes knowing ts basic parts, how to safely open and close the action ad how to safely remove any mmunition from the gun or magazine if loaded. Remember, a gun's mechancal safety device is never foolproof. The safety device can never replace safe gun handling.

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KEEP THE ACTION OPEN AND GUN UNLOADED

ALCOHOT OR DRUGSW|TH SHOOTING. Alcohol, as wll as,any other substance likely to mpair normal mental or phycal functons of the body, should not be used before or while handling or shooting lirearms.

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10.

BE AUUARE THAT CTRCUMSTANCES MAY

APARTICULAR SUATPN.
The basic rules listed above for safe handling and shooting may need to be supplemented with other rules. For example, different types of ranges such as a pstol or a shotgun skeet range may have specific rules that must be learned and followed. Remembe, whether in the home, at the range, br n the field, YOU ARE RESPONSIBTE FOR GUN SAFEW.

5.

8E SURE YOUR GUN AND Ai,IUIUNITION ARE COMPATIBLE.

Only cartridges or shells designed for a particular gun can be lired safely in that gun. Most guns have their cartridge or shell type stamped on the barrel. Ammunition can be identified by information printed on the box and stamped on each cartridge. Do not fire the gun if there is any question about the compability of the gun and ammuntion.

D0 YIUR PAHT: IEEP SH00Tlt{G ASAFE SPOHT

6.

CARRY ONLY ONE GAUGE/CAUBER OF AMMUilMOil WHEN SH(x)flNG. Smaller ammunition can be accidentally placed in a gun

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THE NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION
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chamberdesigned for larger ammuniton, creating an obstruction and a very hazardous situation. Remove unfired ammuni-

tion from elothing when you're through shooting in order to avoid accidentally mixing different ammunition the next tme
you go shooting.

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MAVERICK ARMS, INC.

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