WARNING! Please read and understand this owner's ... - Sig Sauer

General instructions1 General instructions1.1 CongratulationsYou are now the owner of one of the world's finestand most superbly engineered firearms. TheSIGSAUER ® Semiautomatic Pistol has beendesigned and crafted to meet the stringentrequirements of law enforcement agencies andthe military. Used with the proper ammunition andgiven reasonable maintenance, it will serve youdependably for many years.To make sure you get the best performanceand reliability from your pistol, please readand follow the procedures outlined in thismanual.You'll notice that we place a heavy emphasis onsafe firearms handling. Like any other mechanicaldevices, such as automobiles or power tools, highquality firearms are inherently safe unless they arehandled in a careless or irresponsible manner.Always remember that you, the owner, are theultimate firearms safety device.1.2 Firearms safety is your responsibilityWARNING!Uncontrolled shot discharge with pistolsafety offPossibly death or serious injuriesPISTOLS are classified as FIREARMS and aresold by us with the specific understanding thatwe are not responsible in any mannerwhatsoever for their safe handling or resaleunder local laws and regulations.SIGARMS Inc. shall not be responsible in anymanner whatsoever for malfunctioning of thefirearm, for physical injury or for propertydamage resulting in whole or in part from1. criminal or negligent discharge,2. improper or careless handling,3. unauthorized modifications,4. defective, improper, hand-loaded, orreloaded ammunition,5. corrosion,6. neglect, or7. other influences beyond our direct andimmediate control.This limitation applies regardless of whetherliability is asserted on the basis of contract,negligence or strict liability (including any failureto warn).Under no circumstances shall SIGARMS Inc. beliable for incidental or consequential damages,such as loss of use of property, commercial lossand loss of earnings or profits.06.01US2