Smith & Wesson 3 Schofield 2000 Instructions Manual
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21 UNLOADING ¥Always keep the barrel of your firearm pointed in a safe direction away from you and others. ¥To remove either live cartridges or spent casings from the cylinder, first point the barrel in a safe direction. Place the hammer into half cock condition or the safety/carry condition. ¥With the barrel pointed in a safe direction and your finger out of the trigger guard, push back the frame mounted latch and rotate the barrel downward.Continue to open the frame and barrel until the extractor snaps back into the cylinder. ¥Carefully count the cartridges and/or spent casings to be sure that you have recovered all of them. ¥Make a visual check to be sure all charge holes (chambers) are empty.When unloading your revolver, always be sure to keep it pointed in a safe direction.Remember, a safe direction means that you are not pointing the barrel of your handgun at yourself or any other person. ¥Safely secure and store ammunition separately from the firearm after unloading. ¥Be sure to safely secure the firearm when you are done using it. NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN OR CLOSE THE BARREL/FRAME WITH THE HAMMER IN THE ÒAT RESTÓPOSITION.FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR FIREARM. Safety Manual - Schofield2 3/16/01 9:15 AM Page 21
22 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE !! WARNING !! Ensure your firearm is unloaded before beginning to clean it.At all times follow the basic rules of safe gun handling. Your firearm is a precision instrument and to insure reliable function, it is necessary to follow a routine maintenance procedure.After firing your handgun, be sure to unload it following the procedure outlined in the section entitled ÒUnloadingÓonpage 21 before performing any cleaning or maintenance procedure.Your handgun should be cleaned by brushing the barrel bore and chamber (charge holes) with a good powder-removing solvent and bore brush.Wipe the areas clean with patches or a swab.Using a small brush dipped in solvent, remove all deposits from around the breech of the barrel, chamber (charge holes), under the extractor and adjacent areas which have been subjected to the action of powder or primer residue.Remove any residue on the frame with light brushing and a solvent.After cleaning the entire gun, use a cloth to apply a light film of high quality gun oil to all external metal surfaces and wipe clean. After the initial cleaning, there is usually some residue in both the barrel and cylinder that works out and becomes apparent within 24-48 hours.This can be removed with a bristle brush and a light re-application of powder removing solvent after which the oil film should be re-established on all surfaces. Cleaning is considered essential in order to ensure the proper functioning of your handgun. For additional maintenance, we recommend the services of a qualified gunsmith.Please refer to section entitled ÒServiceÓ.If your firearm will be used or stored in a cold climate, be sure to use an oil that will not thicken at low temperatures. Safety Manual - Schofield2 3/16/01 9:15 AM Page 22
23 SERVICE, SHIPPING & PARTS SERVICE Should your Smith &Wesson firearm require service, it should be returned to Smith &Wesson in its original case or in a similarly secure container.It is not necessary to take the gun to a dealer for shipment.However, before shipping your firearm, call or e-mail our Customer Service Dept.for authorization and shipping instructions. Before shipping your handgun, ensure that the firearm is unloaded, package it securely, and do NOTship any ammunition. The package must NOT bear any markings which indicate the identity of the contents.Enclose a letter which includes your full name and address (noP.O.Boxes, please), daytime telephone number, e-mail address, the serial number of the firearm, and details of the problem experienced or work desired.Record the serial number before shipping, in case you wish to check on the repair status of your firearm. Ship Centerfire pistols and ALL revolvers to:Customer Service,2100 Roosevelt Avenue,Springfield,MA 01104 Ship ALL .22 caliber pistols to:Customer Service,19 Aviation Drive,Houlton,ME 04730 Please call the above telephone number or e-mail the above address before shipping!! Since we cannot assume responsibility for custom parts and accessories, such as stocks, special sights, or holsters, please remove these items before returning your firearm. Warranty repair work will begin upon receipt and examination of the firearm.In the case of repairs or work not covered by the warranty, a quotation covering the cost of the work plus round trip transportation charges will be sent to you.Repairs or modification will begin upon receipt of payment. Customer Service 2100 Roosevelt Avenue Springfield, MA 01104 Tel:800-331-0852 ¥ 413-781-8300 E-mail:[email protected] For Owners Within The United States Safety Manual - Schofield2 3/16/01 9:15 AM Page 23
24 SHIPPINGWhen shipping a firearm, it is most important that you comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.The following guidelines are meant to help, but you must seek assistance from the appropriate authorities if necessary. ¥Check magazines and chambers to ensure that they are unloaded.Do not ship ammunition. ¥Do not attempt to MAILa handgun;only federally licensed dealers may mail a firearm. ¥If your firearm must be replaced, it may be necessary to ship the replacement to a dealer rather than directly to you.You will be requested to furnish a signed FFL (Federal Firearms License) from your dealer in such an instance. ¥When returning a pistol, please include all magazines ensuring they are unloaded;they are important to the proper function of the handgun. A CCESSORIES &PARTSReplacement parts and accessories for your Smith & Wesson firearm are available from your local Smith & Wesson Stocking Dealer, or directly from the Smith & Wesson Parts Department. When ordering parts directly from the factory, please provide the following information: ¥Model Number ¥Dash Number ¥Serial Number ¥Approximate date of purchase ¥Part view Number (refer to diagram) ¥Complete Return Address ¥VISA/Discover/MasterCard Number and Expiration Date ¥For Foreign Orders Only, Fax Number or E-mail Address SERVICE, SHIPPING, &PARTS CONTÕD. Safety Manual - Schofield2 3/16/01 9:15 AM Page 24
25 WARRANTY For Owners Within The United States This warranty is granted by Smith & Wesson, 2100 Roosevelt Avenue, P.O.Box 2208, Springfield, MA 01102-2208. This warranty is effective from the date of purchase after February 1, 1989 and applies to the original owner of any handgun purchased after that date.With respect to such handguns, this warranty supersedes any and all other warranties. Smith &Wesson handguns are warrantied to be free from defects in material and workmanship.Any such defects of which Smith & Wesson receives written notice within one year from the date of purchase by the original owner, will be remedied by Smith&Wesson without charge within a reasonable time after such notification and delivery of the handgun as provided below. If any unsafe and/or illegal condition if found during warranty inspection, Smith & Wesson will return the handgun to its original specification. Warranty claims (in writing) and the handgun concerned should be delivered to Smith & WessonÕs Customer Service Department at the above address.In addition, a copy of the bill of sale in the ownerÕs name, or a copy of ATF Form 4473 indicating date of purchase must be included. Warranty claims should state the model and serial number of the handgun concerned and the description of the difficulty experi- enced.It is recommended that shipments be insured by the owner, since Smith & Wesson will accept no responsibility for loss or damage in transit.Transportation and insurance charges for return to owner will be paid by Smith & Wesson if the claim is covered by the warranty. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SMITH & WESSON BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WITH RESPECT TO ECONOMIC LOSS,INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE,WHETHER AS A RESULT OF BREACH OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY,NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you in whole or in part. Smith & Wesson will not be responsible for defects resulting from careless handling, unauthorized adjustments or modifications, defective or improper ammunition, corrosion, neglect, abuse, ordinary wear and tear, or unreasonable use. Smith & Wesson reserves the right to determine what constitutes ordinary wear and tear.However, we can rebuild handguns that have experienced extreme usage or are beyond their normal use- ful life at a fee that will be quoted to the owner. This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Safety Manual - Schofield2 3/16/01 9:15 AM Page 25
26 EXTENDED SERVICE POLICY For Owners Within The United States Even after the warranty period has expired, Smith & Wesson will repair, without charge, any handgun purchased by the original owner on or after February 1, 1989 that is found to have defect in material or workmanship.Eligibility for this extended service policy requires returning the Product Registration Card within thir- ty days of purchase.A copy of the bill of sale in the ownerÕs name and the sales receipt should accompany the handgun. If any unsafe and/or illegal condition is found during warranty inspection, Smith & Wesson will return the handgun to its original specification. This policy covers functional defects;it does not include the hand- gunÕs finish, grips, magazines or sights. This policy is in addition to and not an extension of the Smith & Wesson Warranty. Lifetime Service Policy Fast Reliable ServiceIf you have any questions or concerns regarding your Smith &Wesson product, please give us a call.Our customer service representatives are product knowledgeable and are here to help you. 911 Priority Repair Ser viceIn the event of an emergency (repairs needed by law enforce- ment, an upcoming match or hunting trip), call 1-800-331-0852 and ask for 911 Priority Repair Service.This allows you to speak with a Smith & Wesson representative.Immediately upon receipt, your handgun will be assigned to a gunsmith.After the work is completed, we will return your Smith & Wesson handgun via overnight delivery. Safety Manual - Schofield2 3/16/01 9:15 AM Page 26
This handgun is not equipped with a device that fully blocks use by unauthorized users. More than 200,000 firearms like this one are stolen from their owners every year in the United States. In addition, there are more than a thousand suicides each year by younger children and teenagers who get access to firearms. Hundreds more die from accidental dis- charge. It is likely that many more chil- dren sustain serious wounds or inflict such wounds accidentally on others. In order to limit the chance of such misuse, it is imperative that you keep this weapon locked in a secure place and take other steps necessary to limit the possibility of theft or accident. Failure to take reason- able preventative steps may result in inno- cent lives being lost, and in some circum- stances may result in your liability for these deaths. 27 Safety Manual - Schofield2 3/16/01 9:15 AM Page 27
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