Century International Arms Instruction Manual

							12 Gauge Pump Shotgun
Instructional Manual 
						

							12 Gauge pump-action shotgun HL12-102 has the capability
of using standard 12-gauge shells and also has advantages
of elegant shape, long service and reliability. It is applicable
to hunting or sport shooting.  All parts of the pump shot-
gun are composed of high-quality material, among which
the barrel, trigger actuator, and actuator frame made of
alloy steel. NOTE: Do not use steel shot in this gun.  The
use of steel shot will damage the barrel and will void the
warranty.
The pump shotgun mainly consists of the following:
(1)  barrel
(2)  forend
(3)  receiver
(4)  bolt
(5)  follower
(6)  stock
(7)  stock bolt
(8)  washer
(9)  screws
(10) butt plate
(11) firing gear
(12) bolt frame 
For the purpose of giving aid to user to learn how to use
and maintain the gun now we shall herein introduce the
principal data, structural feature, method of firing, assem-
bling, disassembling and some cautions:
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Fig #1
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							PRINCIPAL DATA
Gauge 12
Chamber Length  2 ¾
Barrel Length (in) 29½
Chokes Available F(1/1), IM(3/4), M(1/2), IC(1/4)
Length of Pull (in) 14
Drop at Heel (in) 2½
Drop at Comb (in) 1½
Weight (lb) 7¼
Magazine Capacity (round) 5(One round in chamber)
Overall Length (in) 49
OPERATION
This HL-12-102 shotgun is a pump action firearm.  The
forend  slides along the magazine tube forwards and back-
wards and is connected to the bolt by the action bar.  After
firing, movement of the forend backwards, release the bolt,
extracting and ejecting the shell and cocks the hammer.
Forward movement of the forend thrusts a shell into the
chamber and locks the breech.  The gun is again ready to be
fired.  
Loading and ejection of the cartridges takes place through
the bottom of the receiver making this shotgun user friend-
ly for both left and right handed shooters.
Figure #2a
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							The safety is located behind the trigger for easy access.
Pushing the safety from the left to the right blocks the trig-
ger, pushing the safety from right to the left (red ring
exposed) the gun is in the fire position.  See figure #2a.
NOTE:
The shotgun must be cocked in order to apply the safety.
Never place the shotgun safety in the fire position until
you are sure of your target and are ready to fire.
A bolt release lever is located on the forward right side of
the triggerguard.  By depressing this lever down the bolt is
released.
This shotgun is equipped with interchangeable chokes. (Not
available HL12-102S Security Model). There are four chokes
supplied with this shotgun.  The full choke tube has been
installed at the factory.  A grooved marking system can be
found on the front of each tube which indicates the choke.
Full = 1 groove
Improved Modified =  2 grooves
Modified =   3 grooves
Improved Cylinder =  4 grooves
This system allows the shooter to readily see which choke is
installed with out removing it from the barrel.  To change
chokes:
1) Ensure the firearm is empty and the forend is in 
its rear most position.
2) Using the wrench supplied, turn out the choke 
counter clockwise and remove the tube. 
3) Inspect the choke tube you are about to insert in 
the barrel to ensure the threads are clean and free of 
burrs (a light coating of oil should be applied).
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							4)Insert the tube into the barrel and screw it clock
wise using only finger action 
(DO NOT CROSSTHREAD).
5) Once the choke tube is seated as far as possible 
using finger pressure use the wrench to snug it up - 
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
NOTE: Periodic lubrication of the choke tube threads is rec-
ommended.
Do not fire this shotgun without a choke installed.
Figure #2b
Figure #3
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							HOW TO FIRE
Fig #4
Loading: Push the safety button into the safe position.
Insert a cartridge into the magazine.  Move the forend
briskly backwards and forwards chambering the cartridge.
Load four cartridges into the magazine tube.  The unit is
fully loaded and now ready to fire.  Note:  Use lead shot
only. 
Fig #5
Firing:Push the safety button to the left-hand side (red
mark appears) then aim at the target and pull the trigger.
Ejection: After the gun fires.  Pull the forend back smartly.
This will eject the shell and recock the shotgun.
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							Chambering the Round: Sliding the forend forward will
cause a shell to be taken from the mag tube, inserted into
the chamber.  The shotgun is now ready for another shot.
Push safety to the safe position if you do not intend to fire
again.
ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING
The gun can be disassembled into 63 parts, the names of
them listed in table (2) and the assembling and disassem-
bling procedures shown in fig 6 (the dotted line indicates
the flow).
Disassembling: 
(1) Move the forend back so the bolt retracts fully.  Screw
out the locking nut (clockwise) so that the lug withdraws
from the hole which is situated in the upper barrel retainer.
Turn the barrel 90
O (ccw) and pull forward.  (2) With a
screwdriver, loosen two screws on the butt plate and screw
out the stock bolt, remove the stock.  (3) Unscrew the
screws on both sides of the receiver and pull inwards on the
connection shaft mounted on the receiver, then the firing
gear, follower, bolt frame, bolt etc can be withdrawn from
the rear side of the receiver.  Remove the right and left sears
and springs.  The gun is now completely disassembled.
Assembling:(1) First, fit the rear sear and its spring and
left sears.  Put the bolt (assy) and bolt frame (assy) together
then thrust them into the receiver from the rear.  Insert the
connection shaft into the relative hole of the cylinder, mount
the follower from the rear side of the receiver then tighten
the lock screw.  Put the firing gear (assy) into the receiver
and screw it in.  (2) Install the stock bolt with disk springs
and washers through the stock and screw in the end of the
firing gear, so as to bind the stock and receiver together
screw the butt plate on the stock.  (3) Insert the end of the 
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							barrel into the receiver then turn it 90O . Tighten the lock nut
(ccw) and the front convex part enters the hole of the upper
restrictor, make the upper restrictor tight in this condition.
All assembling work has been done.
SAFETY FIRST
Firearms can be dangerous and can cause serious injury or
death.  Proper and safe firearms handling is the responsibil-
ity of anyone who touches or uses a firearm.  Safety has to
be the primary consideration of anyone using a firearm.
When purchasing a firearm, you assume responsibility for
its safe use, storage, and transportation.  Particularly, it is
critical that firearms be kept from unauthorized use, and
this includes children.  Your responsibility also includes, but
is not limited to, the need to protect yourself and others
from injury resulting from the misuse or abuse of a firearm.
Treat firearms as though they are loaded.
Always be aware of where the muzzle is pointed.
Carry your firearm in a way that will preclude acci
dental injury to yourself or others in the event you 
should stumble, fall, or drop the firearm.
Before shooting, make certain the barrel has no 
obstructions.
Do not allow a firearm or ammunition to be left 
unattended.  Secure both the firearm and 
ammunition from access by unauthorized people, 
including children.
When shooting, always be certain that the area 
beyond the target, including the backstop, is clear 
and safe.  Also make certain that shots fired present 
no safety hazards for yourself, or others.
Always use both ear and eye protection when 
shooting.
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							Always use factory loaded ammunition designed for 
and intended to be used in the firearm you are shoot
ing.  It must be the proper caliber (gauge)and type 
for your firearm.
Always understand the proper operation of your 
firearm, and never allow the firearm to be used by 
anyone who does not understand how to use the 
firearm properly and safely.
Never pass a firearm to another person unless the 
action is open and the firearm is in an unloaded and 
safe condition.  Never put your finger into the trigger
guard until you are ready to shoot.
When not using the firearm, ensure that it is 
unloaded.
SAFETY WARNING:Discharging firearms in poorly
ventilated areas, cleaning firearms or handling ammunition
may result in exposure to lead and other substances known
to cause birth defects, reproductive harm and other serious
physical injury.  Have adequate ventilation at all times.
Wash hand thoroughly after exposure.
Store your firearm unloaded and in an area which is
secure from unauthorized access.  Furthermore, store
ammunition separately, and in an area secure from unau-
thorized access.
PARTS LIST OF THE PUMP SHOTGUN 
HL12-102 GAUGE 12
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NAMESAMOUNT
1 Firing Pin 1
2 Firing Pin Spring 1
3 Trigger Actuator 1
4 Upper Extractor Spring 1
5 Spring Pin 1
6 Upper Extractor 1
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							NONAMESAMOUNT
7 Lower Extractor Spring 1
8 Spring Pin 1
9 Lower Extractor 1
10 D2.5x14 Pin 1
11 Bolt Frame 1
12 Connecting Shaft 1
13 Return Spring 1
14 D2.5x18 Pin 1
15 D2x8 Pin 1
16 Stock Bolt 1
17 Disk Springs 4
18 Washer 1
19 Screws 2
20 Buttplate 1
21 Stock Shim 1
22 Stock 1
23 Screw 4
24 Follower Screws 2
25 Set Screws 2
26 Receiver 1
27 Forend 1
28 Hoop 1
29 Collar 1
30 Locking Nut 1
31 Screw 1
32 Locating Pin 1
33 Locating Spring 1
34 Screw 1
35 Barrel 1
36 Choke Tube 1
37 Magazine Spring 1
38 Cap Magazine Spring 1
39 Magazine Tube 1
40 Slider Sleeve 1
41 Trigger 1
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