NXS ZeroStop Instructions
ZeroStop Instructions
The ZeroStop feature on the Nightforce riflescope allows you
to find your original elevation zero quickly and accurately in
less than ideal situations, especially if the zero is lost. You can
set the stop at any zero/range you prefer. You may quickly re-
turn to the zero point by moving the turret down (clockwise)
until you reach the stop point.
Follow the steps below to zero your rifle.
1. Loosen the two set screws on the elevation dial 1½ to 2 turns
from the locked position. See Figure 1.
Turret
Set Screws x 2
Figure 1
2. Lift the turret upward while turning it clockwise, to remove it
from the turret body. Due to the air tight seal created by the
O-ring inside, there may be slight resistance when removing
the turret. You should not feel any clicks when rotating the
turret. If the turret does not eventually move upward, check
to see that both set screws are backed out two full turns.
Note: Before proceeding to step 3, review the following cau-
tions:
• Do NOT remove the screws or the Clutch Assembly.
• Do NOT wipe off any of the grease found under the turret
or remove the O-rings. They are required for proper lubri-
cation and waterproof sealing.
• Do NOT allow foreign materials or moisture to accumulate
on the exposed turret body or inside the turret.
• Do NOT force the adjustment in the upward or downward
position. As soon as you feel resistance other than the nor-
mal clicks, stop turning to avoid damage to the mecha-
nism.
3. Loosen the four Allen head screws on the ZeroStop Clutch
Assembly 1½ to 2 turns counter clockwise. See Figure 2.
4. Bore sighting is recommended before you fire live ammuni-
tion. Test fire the rifle at the desired zero range using a prop-
erly fitted screwdriver to turn the elevation screw to make
Set Screw
x4
Turret
Body
Figure 2
elevation adjustments. Turn the elevation screw clock-
wise for downward and counter clockwise for up-
ward movement of the impact point. See Figure 3.
Elevation
Screw
ZeroStop
Clutch
Assembly
Figure 3
The Clutch Assembly should remain stationary, held clockwise
against the stop shoulder while adjusting the elevation screw
setting. See Figure 4. To avoid inadvertently removing grease
from the O-ring on the bottom section of the Clutch Assembly,
hold it by the topmost portion to prevent it from turning while
adjusting the elevation screw. Inserting the Allen wrench in
one of the four loosened Allen head screws can be helpful in
holding it in place without disturbing the grease. One full turn
of the elevation screw for M.O.A. turrets equals 10 M.O.A. and
each click equals ¼ M.O.A. of adjustment. One full turn of the
Milradian turret equals 5.0 mils with 0.1 mils per click.
Note: The riflescope is shipped from the factory with the ele-
vation set at the full down position. You may need to come up
several revolutions in order to reach your desired zero point.
If it is not in the factory position you may need to move up
or down to reach the zero point. You may wish to record the
number of clicks up from the fully down factory position for
future reference.

ZeroStop
Clutch
Assembly
Stop
Shoulder
Figure 4
5. (Optional Step) - Once satisfied with the zero, determine
how many down clicks to add below the zero point, if any
are desired. For example, if the rifle is zeroed at 100 yards you
may want an additional 1 M.O.A. or 0.3 Mils of depression be-
low the existing zero. This will allow you to adjust below your
normal zero if necessary. If the rifle is zeroed at 300 yards you
may want more depression capability. Determine what you
need for field use and turn the elevation screw down the de-
sired number of clicks from your zero point before locking
the Clutch Assembly.
CAUTION!
If the two turret set screws are over torqued, the turret may
become distorted (out of round). This can cause interference
in the movement of the turret. If this happens, loosen both set
screws two full turns then re-torque to the specified amount as
shown above.
of the Allen wrench to tighten the screws and only use your
thumb and finger to turn the wrench. See Figure 5.
7. If no additional down clicks were added in step 5, proceed
to step 8. If you did add additional down clicks rotate the
elevation screw along with the now locked in place Clutch
Assembly back up the number of clicks you moved it down
from your zero point. Record the number of clicks down you
added for future reference.
8. To reinstall the turret, center it on the turret body pressing
down lightly while turning the turret clockwise until it moves
into position. Keep downward pressure on the turret as it will
tend to move up due to the compressed air resistance cre-
ated by the O-ring seal. Align the “0” index mark on the en-
graved scale on the turret with the center line on the scope
body and tighten the two set screws to 60 inch ounces or
3.75 inch pounds. See Figure 1. If no calibrated torque driver
is available, hold the short end of the Allen wrench to tighten
the screws and only use your thumb and finger to turn the
wrench.
Your riflescope is now ready for use. If you change the load you
may need to go through the zeroing process again to adjust for
the new trajectory.
Please visit www.nightforceoptics.com for additional informa-
tion about your riflescope.

6. To lock the Clutch Assembly, rotate it clockwise until it is

tight against the stop shoulder. You should not feel any clicks
when doing this. While holding it in that position, tighten the
4 Allen head locking screws on the Clutch Assembly evenly
in an X pattern. Do not over tighten the screws. Tighten one
screw until you feel slight resistance then move to the next
screw in the pattern and do the same for all 4 screws. Once
all 4 have been tightened to that point, repeat for all 4 screws
using the same pattern, tightening them to 4 inch pounds.
If no calibrated torque driver is available, hold the short end

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Figure 5 NXS ZeroStop Instructions - Revision 25JAN2008