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All SAKO rifles based on 75 / III - V actions are provided with the KEY CON-
CEPT ® safety locking system that prevents usage of the rifle without a key for
the lock. Breaking the lock makes the rifle permanently unusable.
All SAKO 75 rifles feature a safety mechanism that allows loading and unloading
the rifle with the safety engaged. The range also includes all-weather models
made of stainless steel and composite stocks made with the newest technology.
All models can be supplied with a fixed magazine with a hinged floorplate or the
detachable clip magazine. Ejection is achieved through the use of a reliable mechanical
ejector. Set triggers are available as an option on all models.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE USE
Before using your new rifle, remove the storage lubricant that is put on each rifle
before it leaves the factory.
- Clean excess oil from the bolt and breech area in the action.
- Clean the excess oil from the chamber. Then remove the oil from the bore by
pushing a dry patch through the barrel, from the breech end to the muzzle.
- Check the recessed bolt face and locking lugs (marked A) for excess oil. Make
sure that all areas (A - C) are lightly lubricated.
- Be sure that the sights are clean and free of debris.
- Check the tightness of the fastening screws 1 and 2 (Fig. 1).
- To check the fit between the stock and the free floating barrel, a slip of paper
roughly 0.5 mm thick should move easily between the barrel and the stock over
the whole length of the barrel.
- Insert the bolt into the receiver and make a loading movement to see that the
action is working properly.
- The bolt is released from the rifle by pulling the bolt backwards and simultaneously
pressing the bolt release button (D in Fig. 5). NOTE! If the rifle is provided
with the KEY CONCEPT ® safety locking system, the bolt can be opened
and operated only when the safety lock is unlocked.
After performing the checkpoints above, your rifle is now ready for testfiring.
However, if a telescopic sight is to be used, attach the mounts and scope prior
to testfiring.
If you want good results with your SAKO, make sure to use only high quality steel
bases and rings manufactured for Sako dovetail receiver and a high quality scope.
NOTE! If, after reading this manual, you have any questions about the
maintenance, operation or use of your rifle, consult your dealer. Before using
the firearm, you must thoroughly familiarize yourself with its use and
operation, and with safe firearm handling in general.
KEY CONCEPT ® SAFETY LOCKING SYSTEM
KEY CONCEPT ® safety locking system is built with an ABLOY ® locking element
inside the bolt shroud, key for the lock and the key chuck that makes using the
key easier. The rifle is supplied so that one key is in the lock and additional keys
and key chucks are packed separately.
The key chuck is provided with a ring for carrying and storing.
LOCKING THE RIFLE
The KEY CONCEPT ® safety locking system is designed so that it can be locked
ONLY when the rifle is uncocked (fired). The safety also can’t be engaged.
CAUTION! Be absolutely sure that there is no cartridge in the chamber
when uncocking the rifle.
The rifle is uncocked by closing the bolt and simultaneously pulling the trigger.
The rifle is locked by sliding the key chuck sideways to the key knob rail until it
locks to the key, and turning the key counter-clockwise until it stops (half a turn).
The chuck with the key can now be removed by pulling it straight backwards.
The chuck with the key can be stored like other keys on the keyring.
The rifle can be recognized as locked when the key is not in the lock and the
safety indicator is visible (Fig. 5).
UNLOCKING THE RIFLE
The KEY CONCEPT ® safety locking can only be opened with a specific key for
the each lock. The rifle is supplied with two operational keys with chucks and
one basic key that also fits in the lock. The basic key is only for use during
maintenance, and shooting with it is prohibited. To unlock the rifle insert the
key with the chuck into the lock, push straight forward to the bottom and turn the
key clockwise until it stops (half a turn). The red dot on the key knob (H in Fig. 5)
indicates the rifle as unlocked. The key chuck can now be removed sideways by
simultaneously pulling the keyring backwards.
If the key is not getting into the lock easily, straighten the locking plates by turning
the key shortly back and forth and pushing simultaneously slightly forward.
OPERATION
CAUTION! Never load the rifle until you are ready to begin shooting. Always
unload the rifle as soon as you are done shooting. Never cross a
fence, climb a tree or jump a ditch with a loaded firearm.
WARNING! Always make sure the barrel is free of all obstructions before
chambering a cartridge. Firing with an obstructed barrel may cause serious
injury.
- Loading is performed in the usual manner for a bolt-action rifle. The action is
opened by first raising the bolt handle and then pulling the bolt back. As the bolt
is pushed forward, the cartridge is fed into the chamber, and by rotating the handle
downward the action is closed and the rifle is cocked. NOTE! If the rifle is
provided with the KEY CONCEPT ® safety locking system the bolt can be
opened and operated only when the safety lock is unlocked.
- The safety is in principle the usual on/off type. When engaged (rear position),
the safety also locks the bolt handle in the closed position. In the forward position
the safety is “Off”, which is indicated by the red warning dot (E). If the rifle
is also cocked, the red cocking indicator (F) is visible behind the bolt shroud. The
red dot on the key knob (H) is also visible if the rifle is provided with the KEY
CONCEPT ® safety locking system. The rifle is then READY TO FIRE.
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