Browning X-Bolt Owners Manual - Page 14

conjunction with the top-tang "safety" and allows the bolt to be operated to unload a cartridge from the chamber with the "safety" in the on safe position. To unload the chamber with the "safety" in the on safe position, simply press the bolt unlock button down and rotate the bolt upward, then draw it completely rearward. Initial Cleaning NOTICE! PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE CLEANING YOUR FIREARM. C l e a n i n g P a r t s w i t h Sp e c i a l F i n i s h e s Be especially careful when cleaning guns with camouflage, Dura-Touch® Armor Coating and other special finishes. Always prevent these surfaces from coming in contact with cleaning solvents, barrel scrubbers and other strong chemicals. It is preferable to clean these surfaces with a light gun oil containing no solvents, or with a damp cloth and mild dish soap (be sure to keep water out of the action). When cleaning your firearm's bore and action, protect the external finishes from any contact with chemicals used. Also, avoid any contact between external finishes and other strong chemicals like those found in DEET-containing insect repellents, sunscreens, etc. Damage to camouflage, Dura-Touch and other finishes caused by chemicals is irreversible and not repairable. Cleaning Various exposed metal parts of your new firearm have been coated at the factory with a rust preventative compound. A fine, light gun oil is ideal for removing this compound and for giving your new firearm its first lubrication. Before shooting your firearm, clean the anti-rust compound from the inside of the barrel, receiver and the action/ chamber areas. Clean the barrel using a cleaning rod and patch as explained under "Cleaning and Maintenance Suggestions" on page 23. If your X-Bolt rifle is to be stored, it is acceptable to leave the rust preventative compound on the rifle and keep it in its original packaging. 12