Browning A-Bolt Shotgun Owners Manual - Page 17

We can assume no responsibility for incidents which occur through the use of shells of nonstandard dimension or those developing pressures in excess of SAAMI (Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute) established standards. A-Bolt Shotguns feature a 3" chamber and will shoot all factory 2¾" and 3" slug loads. Ma g a z i n e Capa c i t y The A-Bolt Shotgun utilizes a detachable box magazine attached to a hinged floorplate. The capacity of the magazine is two shells. Another shell may be carried in the chamber, providing a total capacity of three shells. Remember, total capacity includes an additional shell which can be loaded in the chamber in addition to a full magazine. Loading When loading your shotgun Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, Always place the "sAFETY" IN THE ON SAFE position and keep your fingers away from the trigger. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious injury or death. Do not carry your shotgun with a shell in the chamber to avoid accidental discharge. when firing is no longer imminent, make sure the "safety" is in the on safe position and unload the chamber. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious injury or death. LO A DING THE M A G A ZINE d e ta c h e d f r o m t h e f l o o r p l at e 1 Close the bolt and place the "safety" in the on safe position. 2 Press the magazine release in front of the trigger guard and allow the hinged floorplate-magazine unit to swing downward (Figure 7, page 16). 15