Remington 597 Magnum Instruction Manual

							To Unload The Firearm
1. Point the firearm in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
3. Pull the magazine latch rearward and remove the magazine from 
the firearm.
4. Pull the operating handle rearward to remove the cartridge remaining in
the chamber. Visually check the chamber to make sure it is empty.
5. Holding the magazine separate and apart from the firearm, slide the top cartridge forward and out of the
magazine. Repeat until the magazine is completely empty. See Picture 10.
6. Replace the empty magazine in the rifle and pull the operating handle rearward to engage the last shot
hold-open. Visually check the chamber to make sure it is empty.
WARNING!
Visually check the chamber and receiver to make sure the chamber and magazine are com-
pletely empty. Make sure the safety mechanism is still in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
WARNING! NEVER assume your rifle is unloaded to justify careless handling. Always control the direction
of the muzzle of your rifle, even if you think it is completely unloaded.
To Adjust Sights
WARNING! Before adjusting the sights, make sure the rifle is completely
unloaded and put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
TO ADJUST THE REAR SIGHT:
For elevation (up and down adjustments) and windage (left and right
adjustments), move the rear sight in the same direction as you need to
move the bullet on the target.
NOTE:For more on ballistics and trajectory, see the REMINGTON®catalog.
TELESCOPIC SIGHTS:
The top of the Model 597™ receiver has a scope rail and threaded holes 
for the installation of telescopic sights.
Cleaning, Lubrication and Maintenance
WARNING! Before cleaning, make sure your rifle is completely unloaded 
(both the chamber and the magazine) and put the safety mechanism in the
“ON” or “SAFE” position.
WARNING! After each use, follow the lubrication and maintenance direction in
this instruction book. If the firearm is immersed, it must be thoroughly cleaned
and lubricated as soon as possible. In case of saltwater immersion, first flush all
parts with fresh water, then dry, clean and lubricate the firearm. If the firearm does
not function properly, have it checked and corrected by a competent gunsmith
before further use. Failure to obey this warning may lead to firearm malfunctions
which could result in serious personal injuries or death.
NOTE:The chamber and bore should be cleaned before loading and firing the
firearm the first time.
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PICTURE 10
Rear Sight Aperture
Windage Screw
Rear Sight Slide
Elevation ScrewPICTURE 11
All models with sights are
adjusted at the factory to hit 
a target at 100 yards. 
						

							LUBRICATION:
Over-lubrication shouldbe avoided at all times. A light application of Rem™ Oil helps to prevent rusting. See note below.
WARNING!
Excessive use of a non-recommended lubricant could adversely affect the
function and safe operation of your rifle. Failure to properly maintain your rifle can not
only damage your rifle, it can expose you and others to unnecessary risks of personal
injury or death.
When the firearm is to be stored, it should be carefully cleaned and thoroughly oiled. Outside
metal surfaces should be wiped with Rem™ Oil occasionally.
When the firearm is to be reused, all excess lubrication must be removed. The chamber and bore must be thor-
oughly swabbed clean and dry.
For safe and dependable operation of your rifle, the chamber and action must be cleaned periodically.
To Clean the Barrel
WARNING! Visually check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no cartridges in the firearm.
1. Point the rifle in a safe direction.
2. Put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
3. Pull the operating handle rearward to engage last shot hold-open.
4. Pull the magazine latch rearward and remove the magazine from the firearm. Visually inspect chamber and
action to make sure rifle is completely unloaded.
5. Use the instructions and equipment provided in a good cleaning kit such as Remington
®Sportsman™
Cleaning Kits. For recommendations, see your dealer or Remington Authorized Gunsmith.
6. Attach cleaning patch saturated with Brite Bore™ to cleaning rod tip.
7. Pass patch through bore several times to remove loose residue and fouling.
8. Select the correct caliber cleaning brush and attach the brush to the cleaning rod.
9. Spray bore brush with Brite Bore.
10. Push the cleaning rod through the barrel several times.
11. Remove the brush from the rod, attach tip with cleaning patch and push through the bore.
12. Repeat several times, using a new cleaning patch each time until the patch is clean.
13. Push a clean patch saturated with Rem™ Oil through the barrel.
14. Push a clean dry patch through the barrel to remove excess lubricant.
15. Apply a light application of Rem™ Oil to the outside of the barrel with a soft clean cloth.
WARNING!After cleaning, make sure the barrel is free of obstructions.
To Disassemble The Firearm For Cleaning
CAUTION: The Model 597™ or Model 597 Magnum rifle should not be disassembled beyond what is described
in this instruction book, except by the factory or a REMINGTON®RECOMMENDED GUNSMITH.
WARNING!Unload before cleaning. Visually check the chamber and magazine to make sure there are no 
cartridges in the firearm. Always wear eye protection when disassembling and reassembling the firearm.
1. Put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
2. Pull the operating handle rearward to engage last shot hold-open.
3. Pull the magazine latch rearward and remove the magazine from
the firearm. Visually check the chamber and action again to make
sure the rifle is completely unloaded.
4. Pull rearward on operating handle and release the bolt forward.
5. Remove the front and rear takedown screws, using a 1/8 Allen Wrench. See Picture 12.
6. Lift and remove the action from the stock.
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PICTURE 12 
						

							NOTE:The action has two (2) major parts, the receiver assembly
and the housing assembly.
7. Tap out assembly pin from either side. See Picture 13.
8. Rotate the housing downward, pivoting around front of housing,
slowly separating the housing from the receiver. See Picture 13.
To Clean The Receiver/Barrel Assembly
WARNING! Excessive use of a non-recommended lubricant
could adversely affect the function and safe operation of your rifle.
1. Remove two guide rail screws from rear of receiver.
2. Cycle bolt several times until bolt guide rails protrude from rear
of receiver. See Picture 14.
WARNING! Use extreme care when disassembling bolt guide
rails as the action springs are under compression. Wear eye 
protection to avoid serious personal injury.
3. Pull bolt guide rails out. Care should be taken with guide rail springs.
4. Pull out on operating handle to remove handle from bolt.
5. Remove bolt from receiver.
6. Brush the inside of the receiver and end of the barrel with gun cleaning solvent and wipe dry. See Picture 14.
7. Apply a light application of Rem™ Oil to the inside of the receiver.See Picture 14.
To Clean the Housing Assembly
CAUTION:Clean the housing as a unit using Rem™ Oil. DO NOT 
PULL TRIGGER WHILE HOUSING IS OUT OF FIREARM.
1. Put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
2. Spray the housing assembly with Rem™ Action Cleaner and
allow to dry.
3. Spray the housing assembly with Rem™ Oil at parts shown. See Picture 15. Let stand for 15 minutes. Spray
again to wash off components. Wipe or blow off excess lubricant.
To Clean The Magazine Assembly
WARNING! Visually check to make sure there are no cartridges in the magazine box. For instructions on how
to remove the magazine from the rifle, see instructions on page 9.
1. Depress the sides of the magazine box and pull the magazine bottom downward and off of the magazine. As
the spring becomes exposed, hold it with your thumb to prevent it from flying out.
WARNING!Use extreme care when removing the magazine bottom, as the magazine spring is under compression.
Wear eye protection to avoid serious personal injury.
2. Remove the magazine spring.
3. Remove the magazine follower.
4. Clean the magazine and follower with brush or cloth in warm water and
household dishwashing detergent. Do not use lubricant in magazine.
5. Reassemble the magazine follower into the magazine.
6. Insert the magazine spring into the magazine with the coils aligned as
shown. See Picture 16.
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PICTURE 13
PICTURE 16
PICTURE 14
PICTURE 15 
						

							7. Position the posts of the magazine box bottom into the last coil of the magazine spring.
8. Push the magazine box bottom onto the magazine box until the bottom snaps into place.
WARNING!After each use, follow the lubrication and maintenance directions in this instruction book. If the
firearm is immersed in water, it must be thoroughly cleaned and lubricated as soon as possible. In case of salt-
water immersion, first flush all parts with fresh water, then dry, clean and lubricate the firearm. If the firearm
does not function properly, have it corrected by a competent gunsmith before further use. Failure to obey this
warning may lead to firearm malfunctions which could result in serious personal injury or death.
To Reassemble The Firearm
WARNING!Visually check the chamber and magazine box to make sure there are no cartridges anywhere in
the firearm.
CAUTION:Do not reassemble the firearm with the magazine box in the rifle.
I.  RECEIVER/BARREL ASSEMBLY:
1. Insert the breech bolt into the receiver with the bolt face toward the barrel.
2. Slide the bolt forward until it makes contact with the barrel.
3. Insert bolt guide rails into rear of receiver until they protrude 
approximately 1/2 from inside face of receiver. See Picture 17.
4. Insert one action spring (action spring set for Win. Mag.) into
recess of bolt and over bolt guide rail. Work spring over guide
rail while pushing guide rail towards barrel. See Picture 18.
NOTE:Rail should slide through slot on side of bolt.
5. Repeat for second action spring(s).
6. Insert operating handle through ejection port and into bolt.
7. Pull bolt rearward and ensure bolt guide rails are retained in 
barrel extension.
8. Insert set screws and tighten with torque wrench 
(torque = 10-12 in-lb).
9. Lightly spray guide rails with Rem™ Oil.
NOTE:Breech bolt must slide freely in the receiver.
II.  RECEIVER AND HOUSING:
1. Insert key on front of housing into mating slot in barrel extension.
See Picture 19.
2. Rotate rear of housing into receiver, aligning assembly pin 
clearance holes.
3. Insert assembly pin.
III.  ACTION TO STOCK ASSEMBLY:
1. Assemble the action into the stock.
WARNING! Put the safety mechanism in the “ON” or “SAFE” position.
2. Insert the front and rear takedown screws.
3. Tighten both screws, using a 1/8 Allen Wrench (torque = 45 in-lb).
4. The magazine may be placed back into the firearm. If the magazine is NOT in the firearm, the bolt will not
engage the hold-open mechanism.
5. Pull the operating handle rearward until the bolt engages the hold-open mechanism.
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PICTURE 17
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							How to Obtain Parts and Service From Remington®Arms Co. 
TO ORDER PARTS:
Many Remington®Dealers and Authorized Repair Centers carry a full line of parts. Please check with them first
before ordering parts.
To expedite your PARTS order or request REPAIR SERVICE visit our web site at www.remington.com. Detailed
instructions are provided along with parts and/or service order forms. You may also reach Remington by calling
our toll free customer service number, 1-800-243-9700, Mon.-Fri., 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Eastern time. 
1. Fax completed order form (from the web site) to 1-336-548-7801.
2. To order by phone without the order form call 1-800-243-9700.   
Please have the following information ready before you call. 
• Firearm model and serial number.
• Part description and quantity. Part descriptions can be found on the parts listing page in this manual.
• Your complete mailing address (P.O. Box and Street Address) including zip code, telephone 
number and e-mail address.
• Method of payment: Mastercard, Visa, Amex or Discover card number and expiration date. Prepayment
may be made by check or money order. A quote may be made to you over the phone. (Sorry, no C.O.D.s.)
WARNING!USE ONLY REMINGTON PARTS IN REMINGTON FIREARMS.
NOTE:SOME PARTS MAY BE RESTRICTED. See parts list for details. Owner’s manuals/instruction books may be
requested via our web site at: www.remington.com or by calling 1-800-243-9700.
REPAIR SERVICES
1. To locate the Remington Authorized Repair Center nearest you visit our web site at www.remington.com and
use our Repair Service Locator. If you need additional on-line assistance, e-mail us at [email protected]
to obtain a listing of Authorized Repair Centers. Contact the Authorized Repair Center of your choice for
evaluation of your firearm and/or additional shipping instructions.
2. If your Remington Authorized Repair Center cannot provide the service or repair you require and you need 
further assistance, please call our toll free number 1-800-243-9700, Mon.-Fri., 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Eastern
time and select the option for repairs. Then, if shipment of your firearm is required, please:
• Record the serial number of your firearm before sending it to us.
• Pack your firearm for safety and to prevent further damage in shipping and handling. Preferably, ship in
a firearm box.
• Remove all accessories from the firearm to prevent loss or damage.
• Enclose a letter with the firearm detailing the model name or number of your firearm and serial number
along with a full description of the problem. Be sure to include your full name and address (P.O. Box
and Street Address), including zip code, daytime telephone number and e-mail address.
• Ship your firearm by either United Parcel Service (UPS) or Parcel Post (US Post Office). Remington is not
responsible for damage or loss during shipment, so you may elect to purchase insurance from your carrier.
Ship to:
Remington Arms Company, Inc.
Attn: Arms Service Division/Repairs
14 Hoefler Ave.
Ilion, NY 13357
WARNING!DO NOT SEND LIVE OR SPENT SHELLS IN YOUR FIREARM OR IN
THE SAME BOX WITH THE FIREARM. THIS IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW.
IF YOU FEEL YOU MUST SEND SPENT SHELLS, PLEASE SEND THEM IN A
SEPARATE PACKAGE AND INCLUDE NAME, ADDRESS (WITH ZIP CODE),
TELEPHONE NUMBER, MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR FIREARM.
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MODEL 597™/MODEL 597 Magnum
Autoloading Rifle 
						

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MODEL 597™
1 Receiver (Restricted)
2 Trigger Housing Assembly
3 Barrel Assembly
4 Bolt (Restricted)
5 Bolt Guide Rail (2)
6 Guide Rail Screws (2)
7 Action Springs (2)
8 Magazine Box Assembly
9 Assembly Pin
10 Bolt Buffer 
11 Pivot Pin
12 Ejector
13 Hold-Open Pin
14 Hold-Open
15 Hold-Open Spring
16 Firing Pin
17 Firing Pin Spring
18 Firing Pin Retaining Pin
19 Extractor Spring
20 Extractor Plunger
21 Extractor
22 Barrel Clamp
23 Barrel Clamp Screw
24 Receiver Plug Screw (3)
25 Bolt Handle
26 Front Sight Screw
27 Front Sight
28 Bolt Assembly
*Bolt Handle Spring
*Bolt Spring Rivet
29 Stock Assembly
30 Butt Plate
31 Grip Cap
32 Takedown Screw (1), Front
33 Takedown Screw (1), Rear
36 Rear Sight Assembly Complete
37 Rear Sight Aperture
38 Rear Sight Base 
39 Rear Sight Base Screw (2)
40 Rear Sight Slide
41 Elevation Screw
42 Windage ScrewMODEL 597 LSSParts that are different from 597
*Front Stock Insert
*Rear Stock Insert
1 Receiver (Restricted)
3 Barrel Assembly, Stainless
24 Receiver Plug Screw (3)
35 Stock Assembly LSS (Laminate)
*Butt Plate
*Butt Plate Insert
*Butt Plate Screws (4)
*Sling Swivel Studs (2)
35 597 Sporter-Stock Assy.
MODEL 597 Magnum
Parts that are different from 597
1 Receiver (Restricted)
2 Trigger Housing Assembly
3 Barrel Assembly
4 Bolt (Restricted)
7 Inner Action Spring (2)
7 Outer Action Spring (2)
8 Magazine Box Assembly
10 Bolt Buffer
12 Ejector
14 Hold-Open
35 Stock Assembly
*Sling Swivel Studs (2)
19 Extractor Spring
35 597 Magnum L.S.-Stock Assy.
28 Bolt Assembly
*Part Not Illustrated
VIEW 
#PART NAMEVIEW 
#PART NAME
MODEL 597™/MODEL 597 Magnum
Autoloading Rifle
PARTS LIST 
						

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Model _________________ Serial # ________________  Date Purchased ______________
Purchased From ___________________________ Price Paid _________________________
Remember to complete and return the Firearm Warranty Registration Card in order to 
obtain full benefit of your Limited Two Year Firearm Warranty.
A WORD ON THE MAINTENANCE AND CARE OF YOUR REMINGTON FIREARM
Don’t Alter or Modify Your Gun and Have it Serviced Regularly.
Your firearm hasbeen designed to operate according to certain factory specifications. You’ll jeopardize your
safety and that of others around you by attempting to alter its trigger, mechanical safety or other mecha-
nisms. So never alter or modify your firearm in any way.
Like any mechanical device, a firearm is subject to wear. It must be maintained and periodically serviced
to assure optimum safety and performance. Only a qualified service facility should service, repair or mod-
ify your Remington
®firearm. Consult your instruction book for instructions on how to send your firearm
to the factory or for the location of the nearest Remington repair station. Remington recommends that you
have your firearm professionally serviced annually. You should also have your firearm professionally
serviced after prolonged storage, or if there is ever any question pertaining to the proper functioning char-
acteristics of your firearm.
Proper cleaning and lubricationare also important to firearm maintenance and are necessary to assure
accuracy, safety and reliability. Before cleaning, always make sure that your gun is completely unloaded.
And always clean the barrel from the chamber end to the muzzle when possible.
Firearm Owner’s Record 
						

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Firearm Maintenance Record 
						

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