Beretta Sako 85 Finnlight ST Sako 85 User Manual - Page 16

SAKO 85 RH OWNER'S MANUAL INDEX page Index 16 Handling the rifle 16 Identification 16 Storage 16 General information 16 Maintenance before use 16-17 Operation 17 Open sight adjustments 17 Mounting and using the SAKO scope mounts17-18 Magazine 18 Standard trigger mechanism 18-19 Single-set trigger mechanism 19 Bolt disassembly and reassembly 19 Cleaning after use 19 Cleaning the barrel 19 Maintenance of the stock 19 General information 20 Patents 20 Technical data 41 Exploded drawing 42 Spare parts 47-48 16 HANDLING THE RIFLE Prior to handling the rifle, familiarize yourself with all safety instructions presented in this manual. Always, when you pick up the rifle, open the bolt to check that it is unloaded. Always keep the muzzle of the barrel pointed in a safe direction, even when the rifle is unloaded. All firearms, even unloaded ones, should be handled carefully. Keep in mind that most accidents happen with guns that were believed to be unloaded. WARNING! Don't shoot unless you are absolutely sure of your target and what is beyond it. Remember that a bullet from this rifle can cause serious injury or damage even at a distance of 8 kilometers (5 miles). IDENTIFICATION You will find the model and serial number of the rifle stamped on the side of the receiver (Fig. 1), while the caliber is shown on the side of the barrel. CAUTION! Make sure you have ammunition of the correct caliber for your rifle. Use only high quality, factory manufactured ammunition. The bolt of your rifle is packed separately in the carton. The bolt has been carefully fitted by the factory to ensure the correct headspace. For safety reasons, do not interchange your bolt with a bolt from another rifle. To prevent mistakes, the three last digits of the rifle's serial number have been etched on the bolt (Fig. 2). STORAGE Always store your firearm absolutely unloaded in a secure, dry place, where it will not be damaged and where children and unauthorized persons cannot gain access to it. (Note! Rules depend on country.) Also, keep cartridges stored separately in a secure place. GENERAL INFORMATION The new generation SAKO Model 85 was developed to incorporate modern manufacturing technology while maintaining SAKO's tradition: genuine traditional craftsmanship. Special attention is paid to safety and reliability. All SAKO 85 rifles feature a safety mechanism that allows loading and unloading the rifle with the safety engaged. Additionally all models have controlled feed to ensure reliable cartridge feed to the chamber in all situations and a magazine release safety mechanism that prevents magazine releasing accidentally. The range also includes all-weather models made of stainless steel and composite stocks made with the latest technology. All models are supplied with detachable clip magazine. Ejection is achieved through the use of a reliable mechanical ejector. A strong, extended recoil lug is screwed on the foreend. Set triggers are available as an option on all models. MAINTENANCE BEFORE USE Before using your new rifle, remove the storage lubricant that is put on each rifle before it leaves the factory. - Clean excess oil from the bolt and breech area in the action. - Clean the excess oil from the chamber. Then remove the oil from the bore by pushing a dry patch through the barrel, from the breech end to the muzzle.