Browning Cynergy Shotgun Owners Manual

							STANDARD INVECTOR
™
(28 GA. & .410)
Rim Notches  Pattern With Lead Shot Pattern With Steel ShotI Full FullIII Modified Imp. ModifiedIIII Imp. Cylinder Modified
1
IIIII Skeet Modified
1
No Notches Cylinder Imp. Cylinder1When more than one choke designation is listed for a given steel shot pattern, use the
more open choke listed for high velocity, larger shot size steel shot loads.INVECTOR-PLUS
™
(20 GA. &  12 GA.)
Rim Notches  Pattern With Lead Shot Pattern With Steel ShotKnurled X-Full Turkey **IFull*II Imp. Modified Full
1
III Modified Full
1
IIII Imp. Cylinder ModifiedIIIII Skeet Imp. CylinderNo Notches Cylinder Cylinder
*Not for use with steel shot. Using an over-tight choke constriction with steel shot will
result in an ineffective, “blown” pattern.
**Extra Full Special with knurled rim and no rim code. Do not use with steel shot.1When more than one choke designation is listed for a given steel shot pattern, use the
more open choke listed for high velocity, larger shot size steel shot loads.CAUTION: DO NOT USE STANDARD INVECTOR
™CHOKE TUBES IN BARRELS
MARKED INVECTOR-PLUS
™. DO NOT USE INVECTOR-PLUS CHOKE TUBES IN
BARRELS MARKED INVECTOR. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL OF THE ABOVE
WARNINGS CAN DAMAGE YOUR GUN AND CAUSE INJURY TO YOURSELF
AND OTHERS.
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INVECTOR
™CHOKE TUBE CODE
To identify individual Standard Invector and Invector-Plus tubes,
refer to the abbreviated indications on the side of the tube, or use the 
identification mark(s) located on the top rim of each tube (Figure 10).INVECTOR
™TUBE SELECTION
To help you choose the correct choke tube for each hunting and
shooting situation, all Browning Invector choke tubes are inscribed on
the side with the patterns they produce with both lead and steel shot.
Each Invector tube also has notches in the top rim of the tube. These 
notches are a code to allow you to determine the choke designation
while the tube is installed. Rim notches refer specifically to lead shot.
You will need to use the chart below to cross-reference from lead to
steel, and determine the appropriate tubes for your ammunition and
hunting/shooting situation.
Several tubes are supplied with your Browning shotgun. The tubes
listed are also available as accessories. Remember, Invector-Plus 
and standard Invector tubes are not interchangeable (Figure 10B).
Invector-Plus tubes are for Browning guns with back-bored barrels
only. Before removing/installing tubes, or reading the rim notch code,
make sure your shotgun is fully unloaded.
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FIGURE 10CylinderFull
Imp. ModifiedModifiedImp. Cylinder
Skeet
FIGURE 10B
A — Invector-Plus
™choke tube
B — Standard Invector™
choke tubeA
B
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CLEANING SUGGESTIONSYour Cynergy Over and Under Shotgun will function better and more 
reliably over a longer period of time if it is properly maintained and
kept clean.BEFORE PERFORMING ANY CLEANING PROCEDURES, ALWAYS MAKE 
CERTAIN THERE ARE NO SHELLS IN THE CHAMBERS.You should clean your Cynergy after every day of shooting, and more
often if it becomes excessively dirty. A minimum cleaning includes
wiping down the action and oiling/greasing key parts. Most regular
maintenance will also include cleaning the barrels. If you encounter a
function problem (tight action when closing, etc.), be sure to give
your gun a thorough cleaning to see if it solves the problem before
seeking the services of a Browning Recommended Service Center or
the Browning Service Facility in Arnold, Missouri or a competent 
gunsmith.
A light cleaning means oiling and wiping down. It can be 
accomplished with the barrels still attached. A full cleaning requires
that you remove the barrels and forearm. To clean your firearm,
proceed with the following:CLEANING PROCEDURES1
BE CERTAIN YOUR GUN’S CHAMBERS ARE UNLOADED. ALWAYS WEAR
PROTECTIVE SAFETY GLASSES DURING ALL ASSEMBLY, DISASSEMBLY
AND CLEANING PROCEDURES. KEEP AMMUNITION AWAY FROM THE
CLEANING AREA. DO NOT TEST THE FUNCTION OF YOUR FIREARM 
WITH LIVE AMMUNITION.
2 Remove the barrels and forearm from the receiver as explained 
previously.
3 Using a shotgun cleaning rod with a tip and patch large enough for 
a snug fit in the bores, insert the rod and lightly oiled patch in the
breech end of the barrels and run back and forth several times in
each barrel.4 Inspect the bores from both ends for leading and plastic residue.
Plastic residue is often left in the bores from the shot cups in modern
shotshells. Leading and plastic residue will appear as longitudinal
streaks and are usually more predominant near the muzzles and just
forward of the chambers. A normal amount of either is common and
is not serious.
5 If leading or plastic residue seems excessive you can remove it by
brushing the bores with a brass brush. Make certain there is a choke
tube installed. Soak the brush or spray the bore with a powder solvent
first. Scrub until clean. To prevent bristles from breaking off, push the
brush fully through each time before pulling it back through.
6 After all leading and residues have been removed, run a clean, dry
patch through the bores. Follow this with a final lightly oiled patch.
7 Wipe all metal surfaces of the receiver, forearm and barrels with a
clean rag. Then lightly oil your gun at the points described in Step 2
under “Assembly” on page 10. Regular, light oiling is extremely 
important to the durability and reliable operation of your shotgun.
Remember, the broad, polished, finely fitted surfaces of the receiver
and forearm mechanisms (the barrel lugs, MonoLock Hinge surfaces
ejector cams and locking pin surfaces) must always have a thin film of
oil. Use a quality oil like Browning Oil for this purpose. Do not over
oil the action. Excess oil can run into the wood of the stock causing
softening, with consequential loosening of the stock.
8 Inspect the barrels and chambers 
TO BE CERTAIN NO PATCHES HAVE
INADVERTENTLY BEEN LEFT IN THEM.Remove any that remain.
9 The wood surfaces can also be wiped with Browning Oil or they 
can be polished with any quality furniture wax (but not both).
No maintenance is required for the composite stock and forearm.
It can be wiped down with an oily rag if desired.
10 It is very important that the chambers of your shotgun be cleaned
thoroughly and promptly after shooting plastic shotshells.
DO NOT
LEAVE DISCHARGED (EMPTY) SHELLS IN THE CHAMBERS FOR ANY
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							thickness of each pad, and each spacer is 
1⁄4 thick. Call the Parts 
Dept. number above for ordering any of these extra accessories.
Two hidden screw slits are located at each end of the recoil pad.
Locate these entry holes by gently probing in the areas shown in
Figure 11. When the access holes are located, place a small amount 
of petroleum jelly on the tip of a Phillips screwdriver to avoid 
damage to the recoil pad and engage the hidden screw. Turn 
counterclockwise until the screw is completely loose from the 
stock. When both screws are free, remove the pad. The new pad 
will come with its own screws in the pad.
Before you attach the new pad or spacers, it is a good idea to 
hold the shotgun to your shoulder to determine if the new length 
feels comfortable for you.
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION, WITH THE
“SAFETY” ON. MAKE CERTAIN THERE ARE NO SHELLS IN THE BARRELS.Place the spacer(s) (if any) next to the buttstock. Start the screws
through the pad and spacer into the holes in the stock (Figure 12).
Remember that the optional pads come in 
1⁄2 increments to shorten 
or lengthen your pull. Spacers are 
1⁄4 thick and are available to be 
used with the recoil pads, if needed.
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LENGTH OF TIME.
The chemical composition of many plastic shells
contains moisture which can “sweat” out of the shell and onto the
chamber surface, and possibly cause corrosion and rust.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO TAKE YOUR CYNERGY APART FURTHER THAN
EXPLAINED IN THIS MANUAL.This is a specialized, finely fitted mechanism. You may permanently
mar it by attempting to disassemble the inner mechanism assemblies.
If further disassembly for service or cleaning is required, take your
gun to a Browning recommended Service Center, a competent 
gunsmith, or send it to our Arnold, Missouri Service Facility as
explained under “Service or Repair.”CHANGING RECOIL PADS AND 
ADJUSTING COMB BEFORE changing any recoil pads or combs,
ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN
THERE ARE NO SHELLS IN THE CHAMBERS.
Make certain the “safety”
is in the “on safe” position. Follow all safety guidelines mentioned 
in this manual.
You can easily make exact length of pull and comb adjustments to
your Cynergy shotgun to fit your shooting style. These features aid in
comfortable shooting and quicker target acquisition for better scores.
Using a spacer with any of the recoil pads allows you to adjust the
length of pull from 13
3⁄4 to 15 in 
1⁄4 increments.
Only the Cynergy Sporting Composite models have an adjustable
comb section that can be removed to change your drop, cast on and
cast off.
Extra recoil pads, spacers and combs can be purchased by calling our
Parts Dept. at 1-800-322-4626, or by contacting your Browning dealer.
CHANGING RECOIL PADSAll Cynergy models are fit from the factory with the standard pad,
which provides a 14
1⁄4 length of pull. There is a 
1⁄2 difference in the
FIGURE 11Locate the entry holes in the end of the 
recoil pad.
FIGURE 12Start the screws through the pad into the 
holes in the stock (shown with 
1⁄4”spacer).
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							THE BROWNING TRIPLE TRIGGER
™SYSTEM
This information will explain how to remove, to replace and to adjust
the trigger shoes in the Triple Trigger
™System, unique to Browning
Sporting models.
The Triple Trigger System has three different gold finished trigger
shoes with different surfaces: wide with checkered surface, wide with
smooth surface and narrow with smooth surface. Each trigger shoe is
adjustable to three positions for length of pull. Please heed all safety
warnings, cautions and procedures found in this manual.
REMOVING THE TRIGGERBEFORE YOU BEGIN TO REMOVE THE TRIGGER, OPEN THE ACTION TO
ENSURE THAT THERE ARE NO ROUNDS IN EITHER CHAMBER.All Cynergy Sporting models are supplied with three different styles 
of trigger shoes. To remove the trigger shoe, loosen the center screw
with a 
5⁄64 Allen wrench (Figure 15). Loosen the screw so that the 
trigger shoe slides easily on the trigger plate. Keep the screw threaded
at least one thread into the trigger plate so the screw is not lost.
Slide the trigger shoe forward to the end of the trigger plate. Press the
rearward end of the trigger plate down with your finger and gently
slide the trigger shoe off the trigger plate.
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NOTE: Optional recoil pads for the Cynergy wood model will not fit
on the composite stock model. The pads made for the composite
model will not fit wood stock models. Make certain you select the
right recoil pad for your stock and desired length of pull.CHANGING THE COMB AND COMB HEIGHTThe adjustable comb is available only on Cynergy Composite stock
models. These models come with a neutral comb (no cast on or off ),
and is in the center or neutral position. Two optional combs with cast
on or off are available from your Browning dealer. They completely
replace your present comb, and are adjustable in height as well.
To replace the comb, simply tap out the pin with a 
1⁄8punch or drift
pin, from either side (Figure 13). Slide the comb forwardoff the ribs
and off the stock. The new comb fits and adjusts the same way your
original comb does. It has ridges that mate with the grooves in the
stock. Each ridge represents 
1⁄8 in height (Figure 14). Slide the new
comb in place, fitting it in the proper ridges to your desired comb
height. Shoulder the shotgun and check your comb position before
inserting the pin. When you have determined the correct height,
insert the pin. This will secure the comb in place.
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FIGURE 13To remove the comb, tap out the pin with a
punch or drift pin, then slide the comb forward
off the ribs.
FIGURE 14Adjust the comb by sliding it in the proper
ridges for the desired comb height. Each ridge
on the comb represents 
1⁄8 in height.
FIGURE 15Remove the center trigger screw with an Allen
wrench.
FIGURE 16Select the length of pull by lining up the notch
on the right side of the trigger shoe with one
of the three notches on the right side of the
trigger plate.
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To replace the trigger shoe, press the rearward end of the trigger 
plate and slide the trigger shoe down the side grooves of the plate.CHANGING THE LENGTH OF PULLWith the trigger shoe loosely on the trigger plate, select the length 
of pull by lining up the notch on the right side of the trigger shoe 
with one of the three notches on the right side of the trigger plate
(Figure 16). Make sure you line up the notches so you do not mar 
the trigger plate.
Use an Allen wrench to tighten the screw on the trigger. Be certain 
the trigger shoe is secure before firing, and periodically check 
the shoe for any looseness as part of your cleaning and general 
maintenance procedures.
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NOTES
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							SERVICE OR REPAIR 
If your firearm should require service or repairs, we suggest you
first contact a local recommended Browning Firearms Service
Center. Contact your Browning sporting goods dealer or call our
Service Department for the address of the Service Center nearest
you. Otherwise, you may send your firearm directly to our own
Service Department. For technical questions about your firearm or
service, contact:
Browning Service Department
One Browning Place
Arnold, MO 63010-9406
Phone: 1-800-322-4626
Canadian customers call or write:
Browning Canada Sports Ltd./Ltee.
5583 Chemin St-François
St-Laurent, Quebec H4S 1W6
Phone: (514) 333-7261
When returning your firearm for servicing, you must do the 
following:
1. Be sure it is completely unloaded.
2. Package it securely in a cardboard container.
3. Enclose a letter with your firearm that clearly describes the 
trouble experienced and the repairs desired.
4. If convenient, send a copy of the letter to us separately.
5. Never return ammunition with your firearm. It is against postal,
and most commerce regulations.
If you have any questions about this manual or about any other
Browning products, call or write our Consumer Information
Department:
Browning Consumer Information
One Browning Place
Morgan, UT 84050
Phone: (801) 876-2711
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