Kimber .22 Bolt Action Sport Rifle Instructions Manual

							
Model .22

Bolt Action Sport Rifle

.22 long rifle

Owners Manual

Read the instructions and warnings

contained in the manual carefully

before using this firearm.

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KIMBER

Dear Kimber rifle owner:

Congratulations on your purchase of your new Kimber .22 sporting rifle.

We can tell you with assurance that this rifle ranks as one of the finest pro-

duction rim fire bolt action rifles made in the world.

Predestined to become a classic in its own time the Kimber model .22 com-

bines many time-tested design features with modern manufacturing tech-

nology. Made only in the United States to please the tastes of American

riflemen, this rifle includes the attention to detail and hand craftsmanship

generally associated with custom firearms costing much more.

All the way through the manufacturing process our objective has been to

produce a rifle of dependable heirloom quantity which will provide a life-

time of satisfaction for the owner and be a worthwhile investment.

Those who will settle for nothing but the best now have no other choice. No

rimfire rifle, regardless of price, can compete with the design, elegance,

accuracy and dependability of the new Kimber .22.

To assure satisfaction with your new Kimber rifle we urge you to carefully

read these instructions prior to operation or initial firing. Should you have

any questions please feel free to contact our customer service personal at

the factory in Yonkers, NY.

Firearms safety is a responsibility we all share. Kimber urges everyone to

use proper care and precautions with their firearms. For additional safety

information, see the National Rifle Association, the National Shooting

Sports Foundation or Kimbers safety instructions at our web site:

www.kimberamerica.com.

Sincerely,

Kimber Mfg., Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Firearms Safety Procedures ....................................................

General information and mechanical characteristics

A. Installing the Bolt ..............................................................

B. Loading and Unloading......................................................

C. Lead Warning ....................................................................

D. Safety..................................................................................

E. Extraction and Ejection ......................................................

F. Removal of the Bolt ..........................................................

G. Replacing the Bolt..............................................................

H. Trigger................................................................................

I. Accuracy ............................................................................

J. Disassembly of the Bolt ....................................................

K. Removal of Barreled Action from Stock ..........................

L. Action Cleaning and Care..................................................

M. Care and Cleaning..............................................................

N. Dry Firing

O. Maintenance ......................................................................

P. Scope Mounts and Bases....................................................

Kimber
 Service
 Policy
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Ammunition............................................................................

Warranty
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Parts
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Exploded
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Instructions for Ordering Parts ..........................................

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Instructions for Factory Service .......................................... 
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KIMBER MFG., INC. MODEL .22

Firearms Safety Procedures

Firearm safety is every gun owners responsibility. Since making our first rimfire

rifle Kimber has advocated the safe use, handling, secure storage and proper edu-

cation that accompany responsible firearms ownership. Both general and specif-

ic firearms safety rules and information have always been packaged with every

Kimber firearm.

Kimber encourages everyone to store all guns under lock and key, and to take

special precautions to keep guns out of the sight and reach of children.

Today all firearms are shipped with a cable lock that when used prohibits loading

and discharge. If you do not have a cable lock for your Kimber firearm we will

provide one. Just send a request in writing to: Kimber Mfg., Inc., 1 Lawton Street,

Yonkers, NY 10705. Please include five dollars per lock for shipping and han-

dling. This offer is subject to change without notice.

Kimber firearms have always been and will continue to be distributed in full com-

pliance with the letter and spirit of all applicable laws pertaining to their sale. All

sales are made only to the federally licensed professional firearm dealers with

fixed retail storefronts.

Failure to follow these instructions or failure to obey any safety warnings may

result in injury to yourself or others, or cause damage to your gun.

As a gun owner, you accept a set of demanding responsibilities. How seriously

you take these responsibilities can be the difference between life and death.

Theres no excuse for careless or abusive handling of any firearm. At all times

handle your rifle with intense respect for its power and potential danger.

This product is classified as a lethal weapon. The failure to read and properly exe-

cute the instructions and warnings contained in this manual could result in seri-

ous injury or death or damaged property.

Remember that firearm ownership and use is a responsibility that no one

should take lightly. Most firearm accidents would not occur if the following rules

were observed

1. Consider every firearm loaded. Never point the muzzle at anything you do

not intend to shoot

Always do this even though you are certain the gun is

unloaded. Be extremely alert and aware of all persons

or property within the range of your ammunition.

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2. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm youre

using

Always assume that your gun can be fired at any

time, even with all safety mechanisms engaged.

Like any mechanical device, a safety can sometimes

fail; it can be jarred or inadvertently manipulated

into an unsafe condition. Mechanical safeties merely aid

safe gun handling and are no excuse for pointing

your guns muzzle in an unsafe direction. Safe gun

handling does not stop with your guns mechanical

safety devices - it starts there. Always treat all firearms

with the respect a loaded, ready to fire gun deserves.

3. Use the correct ammunition of the caliber and type intended for the firearm

The Kimber barrel and action has been made with

substantial safety margins over the pressures

developed by established American commercial loads.

Nevertheless, Kimber, assumes no liability for incidents

which occur through the use of nonstandard cartridges

which develop pressures in excess of commercially

available ammunition.

4. Make sure your barrel is always free from any obstruction including mud,

dirt, snow, grease, heavy oil or other foreign matter.

Always be alert to the signs of ammunition malfunction.

If you detect an off sound or light recoil when the cartridges

fire, do not load another cartridge into the chamber before

checking for obstructions.

5. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.

Unprotected, repeated exposure to gunfire can cause

hearing damage. Wear hearing protection, shooting

earplugs or muffs, to guard against such damage.

Wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes from

flying particles. Also, wear eye protection when

disassembling and cleaning all firearms to prevent

the possibility of springs, spring tensioned parts,

solvents or other agents from contacting your eyes.

6. When not in use, store unloaded guns and ammunition separately under lock

and
 key.

Store your firearm and ammunition separately well

beyond the reach of children. Take all safeguards to

insure that any firearm does not become available to

untrained, inexperienced or unwelcome hands.

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7. Never climb a fence or tree or jump a ditch with a loaded gun.

Safe Carrying Condition: Do not carry a loaded gun with a live round

in the chamber while walking, running or crossing any obstacle, where there

is any possibility of slipping or falling as this could lead to a possible

unintentional discharge. Never lean or place any loaded firearm on or

against a fence, tree, car or other similar object. If this is done the gun may

inadvertently fall, causing the gun to fire accidentally.

8 Never pull a gun toward your body by the muzzle.

If this is done, and there is an accidental discharge,

you will surely be injured or fatally wounded.

9. Keep your fingers away from the trigger, while unloading or loading,

until you are ready to shoot.

10. Be sure of your target and beyond before you shoot. Never use hard flat

surface or water as your backstop.

Especially during low light conditions. Know the range of

your ammunition. Never fire at water or hard objects as

ricochets may occur.

11. If repairs are necessary or indicated, contact Kimber Mfg., Inc. for further

instructions.

Do not, under any circumstances, alter the trigger,

safety or other parts of the firing mechanism on this

or any other firearm. Failure to obey this warning

may result in injury or death to yourself or others.

12. Never loan your gun to anyone unfamiliar with these precautions.

Supervise and teach firearms safety to all members

of your family - especially to children and non-shooters.

Closely supervise newcomers to the shooting sports.

Encourage enrollment in hunting/shooting safety courses.

The National Rifle Associations Eddie Eagle program is a

great starting point.

13. Be defensive and on guard against unsafe gun handling around you and others.

Dont be timid when it comes to gun safety.

If you observed other shooters violating any

of the safety precautions, politely suggest

safer handling practices.

14. Never drink alcoholic beverages or take any type of drugs before or during

shooting.

Your vision and judgement could be dangerously impaired,

making your gun handling unsafe to you and to others.

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making your gun handling unsafe to you and to others.

15. Dont neglect periodic maintenance. Avoid unauthorized servicing.

Your new firearm is a mechanical device, which will not

last forever, and as such, is subject to wear and requires

periodic inspection, adjustment, and service. Kimber

firearms should only be serviced by authorized gunsmiths

at the factory. Kimber cannot assume any responsibility

for injuries suffered or caused by unauthorized servicing,

alterations or modifications.

Important: Before firing, thoroughly clean the inside

of the barrel and chamber to remove any grease oil or

other possible obstructions.

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Service Information

A. Installing the Bolt

Your rifle is completely assembled except for the bolt, which has been removed

for safety during transportation and storage. The bolt is packed separately in the

shipping carton. Hold the rifle in your left hand. With your right hand slip the bolt

head forward into the receiver.

It is extremely important when replacing the bolt to line up the cocking piece

extension with the slot in the tang of the receiver. Also make sure the claw extrac-

tor is lined up with its slot on the right side of the receiver. Failure to do so will

result in damage to your rifle which will not to be covered under your warranty.

B. Loading and Unloading

Use .22 long rifle ammunition only. Feed one cartridge at a time into the magazine clip

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and insert it into the bottom of the floor plate in front of the trigger guard. The

magazine catch should click into a locked position even with the bolt closed.

By recycling the bolt backwards and forwards, loaded rounds should enter into the

chamber in a controlled manner. In other words, the rim of the cartridge case should

slide up into the bolt face as the bolt is moved forward and cartridges picked up

out of the magazine. The cartridge will then feed into the chamber. The bullet

should not touch any part of the mechanism as it is feeding into the chamber.

Live rounds can be taken out of the chamber just as easily as they were inserted.

The safety should be placed in the safe position when this is done.

To remove the magazine clip, pull back the magazine catch and the magazine

should drop out of the rifle by its own weight.

C. Lead Warning

Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling

ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other chemicals known to cause

birth defects, reproductive harm, cancer, and other serious physical injury. Have

adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.

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