10/22 Manual
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1. C2 O1 o TO DISASSEMBLE Make Sure Rifle is Unloaded With the rifle pointing in a safe direction remove the magazine open the bolt and visually make certain there is not a cartridge in the chamber Then allow the bolt to close The rear sight leaf should be down and the hammer should be cocked Loosen the barrel band screw B 69 and remove the barrel band B 68 Does not apply to the Sporter Model and Rifle Model Loosen don t remove the take down screw B 65 Position the safety so an equal amount of the button is exposed on each side If the safety is not in the middle when the barrel receiver assembly is lifted out of the stock the stock will be damaged Swing the barrel receiver assembly upward away from the forearm of the stock Be careful the two receiver cross pins B 5 and bolt stop pin B 46 do not fall out Remove the trigger guard by simply drifting out the two receiver pins It is recommended that the components of the trigger guard assembly not be disassembled from the trigger guard This is the extent of disassembly required for routine inspection cleaning and lubrication If it is desired to thoroughly clean the inside of the receiver by removing the bolt be aware that although removing and installing the bolt along with the bolt handle recoil spring assembly is simple it must be done correctly To remove the bolt a Position the rifle upside down so the bolt2. Texas IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE TRANSPORT OR ABANDON AN UNSECURED FIREARM IN A PLACE WHERE CHILDREN ARE LIKELY TO BE AND CAN OBTAIN ACCESS TO THE FIREARM Wisconsin YOU LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN THE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BE FINED OR IMPRISONED OR BOTH IF THE CHILD IMPROPERLY DISCHARGES POSSESSES OR EXHIBITS THE FIREARM K Please check with your licensed retailer or state police for additional warnings which may be required by local law or regulation Such regulations change constantly and local authorities are in the best position to advise you on such legal matters LOCKING DEVICE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING USE OF LOCKING DEVICES e Always keep your firearm pointed in a safe direction including when you are installing or removing your locking device Always verify that your firearm is completely unloaded before installing your locking device Do not install locking devices in the trigger guard always keep your fingers and locking device outside the trigger guard during device installation and removal Store firearms ammunition and keys separately and securely away from children and careless adults do not store your firearm with the keys in the locking device Do not attempt to work the action of your firearm with the locking device in place this may damage your firearm While locking devices are an
3. Ruger 77 22 Ruger 77 44 Ruger 77 50 Ruger SP101 Ruger Vaquero Security Six Service Six Single Six Speed Six SR9 the SR Design Super Redhawk Alaskan and Target Grey are REGISTERED U S TRADEMARKS DEERFIELD is a registered trademark of Blount Inc The Frontier is a registered trademark of new Colt Holding Corp 2009 Sturm Ruger amp Co Inc
4. B07701 s D06301 10 22 RIFLE BUTT PLATE D06302 10 22 COMPACT RIFLE BUTT PLATE nud B00433 10 22 RIFLE STOCK B00442 10 22 COMPACT RIFLE STOCK 41 THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING We believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms for lawful purposes The private ownership of firearms in America Is traditional but that ownership imposes the responsibility on the gun owner to use his firearms in way which will ensure his own safety and that of others When firearms are used in safe and responsible manner they are great source of pleasure and satisfaction and represent a fundamental part of our personal liberty Firearms do not cause accidents Firearms accidents are almost always found to have been the result of carelessness or ignorance on the part of the shooter of the basic rules of safe gun handling The following rules must be observed by gun users at all times Safe gun handling is not just desirable it is absolutely essential to your safety the safety of others and the continuation of gun ownership and sport shooting as we know it today 1 LEARN THE MECHANICAL AND HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING Not all firearms are the same The method of carrying and handling firearms varies in accordance with the mechanical provisions for avoiding accidental discharge and the various proper procedures for loading and ON TON unloading No person should handle any
5. a Make certain the gun and the magazine are unloaded and that the safety is on Remember the magazine should be removed first then check the chamber and be certain it and the magazine well are clear of cartridges b Thoroughly clean the magazine See Magazine Inspection and Care pp 24 amp 25 and bolt mechanism paying particular attention to removing accumulated grease Use a bristle brush and solvent to remove grease and fouling from the bolt face the extractor the chamber and the feed ramp See the Care and Cleaning section of this manual for detailed cleaning instructions c Check to see that the magazine rotor spring tension is adequate d Check the magazine throat to be certain they are free of nicks and burrs and are not deformed e Remove excess oil and solvent from all cleaned components load the magazine and try the firearm again As always proceed slowly Be certain bystanders are not close and that you are wearing eye and hearing protection and that your face is a safe distance from the rifle so that any discharge resulting from a jammed cartridge will not injure anyone If the above procedures do not result in a smooth and reliably functioning firearm don t use the gun The rifle can be returned directly to our Newport New Hampshire Product Service Department for repair See the Service and Parts Policy section p 31 of this manual for packing and shipping information Another precauti
6. armas de fuego guard ndolas siempre con llave y descargadas cuando no las est utilizando Si usted tiene un arma de fuego cargada en un lugar en que un nifio tiene acceso a ella la usa indebidamente le pueden dar una multa o enviarlo a la carcel UNLAWFUL STORAGE OF A LOADED FIREARM MAY RESULT IN IMPRISONMENT OR FINE Florida IT IS UNLAWFUL AND PUNISHABLE BY IMPRISONMENT AND FINE FOR ANY ADULT TO STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM IN ANY PLACE WITHIN THE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE OR TO KNOWINGLY SELL OR OTHERWISE TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OR POSSESSION OF A FIREARM TO A MINOR OR A PERSON OF UNSOUND MIND Maine ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD IS A CRIME IF YOU LEAVE A FIREARM AND AMMUNITION WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BE SUBJECT TO FINE IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH KEEP FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION SEPARATE KEEP FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION LOCKED UP USE TRIGGER LOCKS Maryland WARNING Children can operate firearms which may cause death or serious injury It is a crime to store or leave a loaded firearm in any location where an individual knew or should have known that an unsupervised minor would gain access to the firearm Store your firearm responsibly Massachusetts WARNING FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS ATTORNEY GENERAL This handgun 15 not equipped with a device that fully blocks use by unauthorized users More than 200 000 firearms like this one are stolen fro
7. CLEAR A MALFUNCTION JAM Any autoloading firearm may occasionally malfunction If it does 1 Be certain the muzzle is pointed in safe direction and the safety is 2 If possible first remove the magazine It may be necessary to manually remove a jammed cartridge which has only partially been stripped from the magazine If so use extreme care Lock the bolt open with the bolt stop before attempting to clear the jam Drawing the bolt fully to the rear may bring the jammed cartridge along Keep your face away from the ejection port during this operation When attempting to clear a jam use only wood tools so that a cartridge will not be ignited if you strike a primer and so that the chamber and magazine will not be damaged A 3 16 wood dowel rod with a point on one end is useful Visually check to make sure all cartridges have been removed from the rifle Safely dispose of any cartridges involved in a malfunction incident Do not use damaged ammunition in any firearm 20 TO MINIMIZE MALFUNCTIONS JAMS Most malfunctions are caused by improper or damaged magazines incorrect ammunition or poor maintenance 1 If it appears that the gun and magazine are not at fault and that the jam was caused by the type of cartridge being used then try another type 2 changing to another type or brand of cartridges does not at once eliminate malfunctioning then the following steps should be taken
8. Geh BEFORE firearm without first having thoroughly oni familiarized himself with the particular type of firearm he is using and with safe gun handling in general 2 ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN SAFE DIRECTION Be sure of the bullet stop behind your target even when dry firing Never let the muzzle of a firearm point at any part of your body or at another person This is particularly important when loading or unloading a firearm In the event of an accidental discharge no injury can occur as long as the muzzle is pointing in safe direction A safe direction means direction which will not permit discharged bullet to strike person or to strike an object from which the bullet may ricochet 42 A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet may penetrate a wall ceiling floor window etc and strike a person or damage property Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle of your gun is pointing whenever you handle it and be sure that you are always in control of the direction in which the muzzle is pointing even if you fall or stumble Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot 3 FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN USE Firearms should be loaded only when you are in the field or on the target range or shooting area ready to shoot Firearms and ammunition should be securely locked in safes racks or cabinets or by using the locking device supplied with
9. Release Screw Figure 1 In these illustrations the frequently used operating components are identified Note that the safety is protruding fully from the right side of the trigger guard and is therefore in its on safe position 10 OPERATION OF SAFETY The RUGER MODEL 10 22 rifles and carbines have a cross button safety which is located in the forward portion of the trigger guard See Figure 1 p 10 The safety can be operated only when the hammer is cocked The safety is when it protrudes fully from the right side the bolt handle side of the trigger guard assembly as shown in Figure 1 In this position the sear is blocked and the gun cannot be fired from a normal pull on the trigger The safety should always be in the safe position except when the shooter is actually firing the gun The safety should be moved to the position whenever the shooter ceases firing even temporarily The safety is off fire when it protrudes from the left side of the trigger guard assembly as shown in Figure 2 When the safety is off the red band shows on the safety button Do not totally rely on the appearance of the red band to indicate that the safety is off In poor light or if dirt is present the red band may not be visible If the safety is off and the trigger is pulled the rifle will fire SAFETY IN OFF FIRE POSITION Figure 2 The underside of the trigger guard section of t
10. aluminum alloy receiver and trigger housing External surfaces most subject to rusting from handling or from exposure to the elements should be cleaned and wiped dry after use or after exposure to adverse conditions If the rifle is to be stored coat it with a light film of oil or preservative Where the rifle is in continuing use and the presence of oil or grease would be objectionable then the external surfaces can be coated after cleaning and drying with a paste wax formulated for use on metals Apply the wax sparingly allow time for it to dry hard then buff lightly with a soft cloth When applying the wax take care that it does not get into the mechanism or on the functioning parts or in the bore 28 ATTACHING SCOPE BASE ADAPTER To attach Scope Base Adapter to rifle receiver 1 Retract bolt handle lock bolt open and push safety to position Be sure gun is completely empty Unscrew the four filler headless screws from the receiver These screws may be quite tight Position adapter on receiver and place a base mounting screw in each hole of the adapter Turn each screw until it just catches the threads in the receiver hole but don t tighten the screws at this point Starting at the first screw turn each screw part way in then move to the next screw repeating the procedure until all four screws are snugly tightened Release the bolt handle then retract it several times permitting it t
11. beginning ma small machine shop occupying rented frame building in Southport Connecticut In January 1949 with an initial investment of only 50 000 and an idea William B Ruger and Alexander M Sturm started production of a 22 caliber autoloading pistol a design which was so successful that it became the cornerstone upon which one of the most comprehensive lines of sporting firearms ever made in America was established After Alex Sturm s death in 1951 William B Ruger continued to direct the Company until his death in 2002 William B Ruger Jr continued to provide guidance which helped make this Company sound and successful enterprise until his retirement in 2006 The Company has continued to prosper under new management and guidance from our Board with new products and fresh perspectives Ruger in this relatively short time has established itself as a leading small arms design organization developing a unique and broad line of fine quality sporting military and police firearms to become one of the world s most famous producers of revolvers pistols rifles and shotguns Since 1949 Ruger craftsmen have built many millions of firearms During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership of William B Ruger the Company developed a business philosophy and implemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the life of modern America From the beginning Ruger played a positive role in conservatio
12. chte ues be Lade ak 30 Service arid Parts EE 3l Shipping Firearms for CIPRO tad eden re aa 31 IT EE 32 PT 33 Parts Drawings uui ih Pedo d Oe Yn abana need 38 The Basic Rules of Safe Firearms Handling 42 ait TOV Olt ONE RE EE EN PE 48 RUGER and 10 22 are registered U S trademarks 7 WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES Locking Devices 5 Handling 17 Alterations Unloading Manual Safety Malfunctions Lead Exposure Disassembly Ammunition Lubrication Stinger Ammunition Storage Target Trigger Shipping Firing 17 Parts Purchasers 32 OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING This product was designed to function properly in its original condition Alterations can make it unsafe Do not alter any part or add or substitute parts or accessories not made by Sturm Ruger amp Co Inc DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN GENERAL INFORMATION AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS The RUGER MODEL 10 22 rifles are autoloading recoil operated rifles Retracting the bolt handle cocks the internal hammer and compresses the recoil spring When the bolt is manually released it moves forward driven by the recoil spring strips a cartridge from the magazine if a loa
13. from it Hot brass and powder gas are ejected quickly and can burn you The rifle should be fired from the right shoulder Always wear shooting glasses and hearing protection If dropped or struck with the safety off the rifle may fire Keep chamber empty unless actually firing Keep safety on unless actually firing ANY GUN MAY FIRE IF DROPPED TO LOAD AND FIRE WITHOUT MAGAZINE The rifle can be used as single shot rifle in the absence of magazine or for safety or training purposes To do so follow step 1 p 16 Then load a cartridge into the chamber and follow steps 6 and 7 p 16 disregarding the magazine Engage the safety between shots WARNING UNLOADING So that the rifle can be used as a single loader it will fire whether or not magazine is in the gun if a cartridge is chambered Removing magazine does not unload rifle To unload first remove magazine then pull bolt to rear eject chambered cartridge and visually inspect chamber The safety should always be in the safe position when loading or unloading the rifle Keep safety on GUN WILL FIRE WITH MAGAZINE OUT TO UNLOAD Rifle Must Be Kept Pointed In A Safe Direction UNLOAD THE RIFLE IMMEDIATELY WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED SHOOTING NOTE This sequence must be followed exactly as spelled out Failure to do so can result in the rifle s chamber becoming unintentionally loaded with a cartridge 1 Keep
14. important aid to security measures they are not a substitute for safe firearm handling and proper storage Remember that any mechanical device can be bypassed with enough time knowledge determination and equipment LOCKING DEVICES MUST BE USED SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY Use the Correct Lock While the basic locking device is substantially similar for all Ruger firearms due to the different shapes of the many Ruger firearms some firearms utilize different locking devices The 3 1 2 lock and clamp are for use with the RUGER MODEL 10 229 Rifles It is very important to use the correct locking device To Install the Factory Supplied Locking Device 1 Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and your fingers outside the trigger guard at all times 2 Be sure the firearm and its magazine are completely unloaded and contain no cartridges or cartridge cases Remove the magazine from your firearm Open the action completely Use the bolt lock to keep the action open during installation of the locking device 4 Apply the clamp as shown in Fig A below 5 Apply the lock by placing the shackle of the lock into the clamp as shown below in Fig B Close the lock by pressing the shackle into the body of the lock the part that receives the key as tightly together as possible The lock has bumpers and the shackle is coated with a non marring material that will not harm the metal finish of your firearm be careful not to dent or
15. is fully accessible b Drift out the bolt stop pin located at the rear of the receiver c Pull the bolt handle fully to the rear of the receiver with the left hand and while it is in that position using the right hand lift up the front of the bolt until it is disengaged from the bolt handle d Remove the bolt handle assembly through the ejection port e Lift bolt out of receiver If it does not come out readily turn the rifle over and the bolt will drop out of the receiver 23 REASSEMBLY Again Be Sure Rifle is Unloaded 1 Reassembly of bolt into receiver a To reassemble bolt handle and bolt in the receiver position the rear end cone pointed of the recoil spring guide rod in the mating recess near the rear right side of the receiver The recoil spring must be flat against the side and bottom of the receiver b Maintain the guide rod in its proper position by keeping pressure on the bolt handle with the left forefinger and thumb At the same time use the flat side of the screwdriver blade to compress the recoil spring by drawing it against that area of the bolt handle near to the spring In accomplishing this spring compression it is necessary to maintain the same pressure on the screwdriver with the right hand as that being maintained rearward and inward on the bolt handle with the left hand c When the spring is fully compressed maintain it in that position with the left hand and with the right hand lay the
16. properly function with only the 22 caliber Long Rifle rimfire cartridge standard high velocity or hyper velocity manufactured to U S industry standards Do not use 22 short 22 long 22 shot or 22 cartridges loaded with blunt nosed sharp shouldered or explosive bullets They will not function reliably and may jam the mechanism or discharge before being fully chambered Use only ammunition that functions correctly in your rifle See Warning Malfunctions 22 A WARNING AMMUNITION Death serious injury and damage can result from the use of wrong ammunition bore obstructions powder overloads or incorrect cartridge components 22 cases are very thin and sometimes split when fired Always wear shooting glasses and hearing protection IMPROPER AMMUNITION DESTROYS GUNS AMMUNITION CARTRIDGES NOTICE WE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY WHATSOEVER OCCURRING IN CONNECTION WITH OR AS A RESULT OF THE USE IN ANY RUGER FIREARMS OF FAULTY OR NON STANDARD OR REMANUFACTURED OR HAND LOADED RELOADED AMMUNITION OR OF CARTRIDGES OTHER THAN THOSE FOR WHICH THE FIREARM WAS ORIGINALLY CHAMBERED 13 NOTE The following warning applies to RUGER 10 22 Target rifles only A WARNING STINGER AMMUNITION Stinger cartridges have a longer case than 22 LR cartridges loaded to U S Industry specifications They can stick in the tighter chambers of target rifles including
17. rearward open position When the bolt is locked open the rifle is in an inoperative safe condition for inspection of the chamber cleaning etc To lock the bolt open Retract the bolt handle to its extreme rearward position and while holding it there press in on the lower section of the bolt lock Release pressure on the bolt handle and it will move forward a fraction of an inch and then be locked in its open position Press Back to Lock Bolt Open Press Up to Close Bolt To release the bolt Retract the bolt handle to its extreme rearward position and then press in on the upper section of the bolt lock Release the bolt and it will move fully forward NOTE Simply retracting the bolt will not disengage the lock The bolt lock must be deliberately pressed up while the bolt is held fully to the rear Only then will the bolt close when released This is designed to prevent accidental release of the bolt from its open position 12 AMMUNITION WARNING LEAD EXPOSURE Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas cleaning firearms or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances known to the state of California to cause birth defects reproductive harm and other serious physical injury Have adequate ventilation at all times Wash hands thoroughly after exposure SHOOTING OR CLEANING GUNS MAY EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD The RUGER 10 22 CARBINE and 10 22 Rifles are chambered for and designed to
18. recessed section of the top of the bolt on the section of the bolt handle that mates with it Press down on the bolt until a click is heard At this point allow the bolt handle with bolt attached to move forward slowly d Cycle the bolt handle a few times to be certain the components are correctly assembled 2 Reassembly of rifle a Install the bolt stop pin and then lay the trigger guard in place and install the two receiver pins b Assemble the barrel receiver to the stock by following in reverse order steps 1 through 5 under the Disassembly instructions on page 23 Guns should not be stored loaded or cocked MAGAZINE INSPECTION AND CARE Check the magazine frequently The rotor must move freely and have adequate tension so that each cartridge is quickly raised to the feeding position At the time of manufacture proper rotor tension is set by rotating the magazine cap nut until the rotor stops turning Then the nut is turned an additional 1 1 4 turns beyond the stop position To test the rotor tension load one cartridge into the magazine and then firmly press against the side of the cartridge case Remove your finger quickly The cartridge should instantly and fully move in to the feeding position If it does not the magazine should be cleaned If cleaning does not restore proper rotor tension do not use the magazine NOTE After testing remove the test cartridge When cleaning is necessary use a solv
19. scratch wooden stocks Once the lock is securely closed remove the key and pull firmly on the lock to test the connection and be sure it is locked Do not leave or store your firearm with the key in the lock Store your locked unloaded firearm and the key in secure separate locations away from ammunition children or unauthorized adults Correct Installation of Lock For Ruger 10 22 Rifles Only FIREARMS SAFETY YOUR RESPONSIBILITY SAFETY MUST BE THE FIRST AND CONSTANT CONSIDERATION OF EVERY PERSON WHO HANDLES FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION This Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and care for your RUGER MODEL 10 229 rifles properly Please contact us if you have any questions about it Only when you are certain you fully understand the Manual and can properly carry out its instructions should you practice loading etc with live ammunition If you have any doubts about your ability to handle or use a particular type of gun safely then you should seek supervised instruction Such personalized instruction is often available from gun dealers gun clubs or police departments If none of these sources can help you write to the National Rifle Association 11250 Waples Mill Road Fairfax VA 22030 7400 They will assist you The person possessing a gun has a full time job You cannot guess you cannot forget You must know how to use your firearm safely Do not use any firearm without having a complete und
20. shooting Exposure to shooting noise can damage hearing and adequate eye protection when shooting is essential 7 NEVER CLIMB TREE OR FENCE WITH A LOADED FIREARM Put the firearm down carefully before climbing a fence and unload it before climbing or descending a tree or jumping over a ditch or other obstruction Never pull or push a loaded firearm toward yourself or another person When in doubt or whenever you are about to do anything awkward unload your gun 44 8 DON T SHOOT A HARD SURFACE OR AT WATER Bullets can glance off many surfaces like rocks or the surface of water and travel in unpredictable directions with considerable velocity LOADED 9 NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM Firearms should always be unloaded before being placed ina vehicle A suitable carrying case or scabbard should be used to carry an unloaded firearm to and from the shooting area 10 AVOID ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WHEN SHOOTING Don t drink until the day s shooting is over Handling firearms while under the influence of alcohol in any form or medications that could affect your judgement or coordination constitutes criminal disregard for the safety of others Also do not handle or use firearms while taking any drugs or medication which may impair your ability to act safely BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY ACHIEVEMENT RUGER FIREARMS Sturm Ruger amp Company Inc had its
21. the 10 shot 22 long rifle magazine BX 1 for Ruger 10 22 rifles Do not attempt to use standard 10 22 magazines in the 10 22 Magnum rifles or load 22 short long or long rifle ammunition into the 22 magnum They will not function correctly and are unsafe to use in 22 Magnum rifles Ruger Model 10 22 Magnum Ruger Model 10 22 Long Rifle Magazine JMX 1 Magazine BX 1 Do Not Use in Ruger 10 22 Magnum Never attempt to use 22 Long Rifle ammunition in Ruger 10 22 Magnum rifle magazines The cartridges have a smaller case diameter and can split or burst when fired in the larger magnum chamber releasing hot powder gasses and particle fragments out of the action at high speed possibly resulting in injury to the shooter or bystanders LOADING THE MAGAZINE Loading Magazine To load the magazine press the rim of the cartridge against the magazine rotor at the widest section of the magazine throat until the cartridge enters far enough to be pushed to the rear end of the magazine Each succeeding cartridge is pressed against the body of the top cartridge and slid to the rear of the magazine until a maximum of ten 10 22 LR cartridges are in the magazine 15 TO LOAD AND FIRE WITH MAGAZINE Practice this important aspect of gun handling with an unloaded rifle until you can perform each of the steps described below with skill and confidence But before you do anything with the rifle please first read completely through t
22. the Ruger 10 22 Target Rifle which can result in hazardous ruptured case and release of hot zh powder gasses and brass when fired Lid H n DO NOT USE 22 LR 22 Stinger STINGER AMMUNITION IN 10 22 TARGET RIFLES SPECIAL SAFETY NOTE 10 22 TARGET RIFLE ONLY The special model you have selected is specifically designed for rapid fire precision target shooting As such it demands that you take extra safety precautions The trigger of the Target version of the RUGER 10 22 has a lighter target trigger pull than standard 10 22 rifles and carbines for more precise placement of shots You should practice dry firing an empty rifle with it pointing in a safe direction to learn the feel of the trigger before ever loading it with ammunition WARNING TARGET TRIGGER 10 22T Models have a target trigger that has been carefully set at the factory to a minimum safe weight of pull for precision target shooting Do not alter any factory setting You can create an unsafe condition and the rifle may fire unexpectedly You should be especially careful to keep the safety on at all times except when actually firing and keep your finger off the trigger unless you are squeezing it to fire in order to minimize the possibility of accidental discharge DO NOT TAMPER WITH TRIGGER KEEP SAFETY ON UNLESS FIRING 14 MAGAZINE The 9 shot 22 WMR magazine JMX 1 for the Ruger Model 10 22 Magnum is longer than
23. the firearm when not in use Ammunition should safely be stored separate from ae Q firearms Store your firearms out of sight of visitors and children It is the gun owner s responsibility to be certain that children and persons unfamiliar with firearms cannot gain access to firearms ammunition or components 4 BE SURE THE BARREL IS CLEAR OF OBSTRUCTIONS BEFORE SHOOTING Even a bit of mud snow or excess lubricating oil or grease in the bore may cause the barrel to bulge or even burst on firing and can cause serious injury to the shooter and bystanders Be sure that you are using ammunition of the proper caliber and loading for the gun you are using If the report or recoil on firing seems weak or doesn t seem quite right CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY unload your firearm and check to be sure that no obstruction has become lodged in the barrel Never try to shoot out an obstruction 43 5 BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET BEFORE YOU SHOOT Don t shoot unless you know exactly where your bullet is going to strike Be sure of the bullet stop behind your target even when dry firing with an unloaded gun If you are in the field hunting do not fire at a movement or noise Take the time to be absolutely certain of your target before you pull the trigger 6 WEAR SHOOTING GLASSES AND HEARING PROTECTORS WHEN YOU SHOOT All shooters should wear protective shooting glasses and adequate hearing protectors when
24. the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times and keep fingers outside the trigger guard If the rifle is cocked move the safety to the on position 2 Remove the magazine Remember that even though the magazine has been removed a cartridge remaining in the chamber can still be fired 3 Retract the bolt to its open position and lock it there This should eject any cartridge in the chamber but 4 Always visually double check the chamber to be certain it is empty 5 The only safe rifle is one in which the bolt is open and the chamber and magazine are empty 6 Cartridges can be removed from the magazine by simply pushing them lightly downward and forward with the thumb forefinger or the rubber eraser end of a pencil against the rim of the top cartridge Do not use a loaded cartridge as tool to strip cartridges from the magazine 18 7 If desired the bolt can be left in the open position being held there by the bolt lock If it is desired to close the bolt again look to be certain the chamber is empty Put the safety on retract the bolt to its rearmost position release the bolt lock and let the bolt snap forward Keep your fingers out of the receiver 8 With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction push the safety to the off position and pull the trigger to decock it The rifle can be dry fired for practice as long as it is empty and pointed in safe direction 9 Push empty unl
25. B27501 B07506 B 17A B01703 B 43 B 19 B 44 B 18 B 45 Model 10 22 RR 10 22 CRR Standard 10 22 RR amp 10 22CRR All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models Standard Deluxe Sporter amp All Weather Models 10 22 RR amp 10 22CRR All Models except Target Model Target All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models SE Part Name Magazine Complete 10 Shot Capacity Magazine Complete 5 Shot Capacity Magazine Latch Magazine Latch Pivot amp Ejector Pin 2 Req d Magazine Latch Plunger Magazine Latch Plunger Spring Pistol Grip Cap Medallion Rear Sight Open Rear Sight Fiber Optic Receiver Cross Pin 2 Req d Receiver Filler Screws 4 Req d Not Illustrated Recoil Pad Recoil Pad Screws 2 Req d Safety Safety Detent Plunger Safety Detent Plunger Spring Scope Base Adapter With 4 Screws Not Illustrated Scope Base Adapter Clear Coated Not Illustrated Part No BX 1 BX 1 5 B00034 B 35 B 36 B 37 D 82 B 76 B07701 B 5 C 83 D06304 D 84 B 52 B 53 B 54 SBA KSBA Model All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Models All Weather Models Standard Deluxe Sporter amp All Weather Models 10 22 RR amp 10 22CRR All Models All Models Deluxe Sporter amp Target Deluxe Sporter amp Target All Models All Models All Mod
26. INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR BLUED amp CALIBERS STAINLESS 22 Long Rifle STEEL RUGER MODEL 10 22 AUTOLOADING RIFLES 10 22 Carbine 10 22 All Weather READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM For Product Service on This Model Please Call 603 865 2442 See p 31 THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHOULD ALWAYS ACCOMPANY THIS FIREARM AND BE TRANSFERRED WITH IT UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR WHEN THE FIREARM IS LOANED OR PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON B 2 09 R18 State By State Warnings Certain states require by law that their own specified warning notices in larger than normal type be conspicuously included by the manufacturer distributor or retail dealer with firearms sold in that state Sturm Ruger sells its products in compliance with applicable laws and regulations Because our products may be sold in these states we include the following California WARNING Children are attracted to and can operate firearms that can cause severe injuries or death Prevent child access by always keeping guns locked away and unloaded when not in use If you keep a loaded firearm where a child obtains and improperly uses it you may be fined or sent to prison Connecticut ADVERTENCIA A los nifios los atraen las armas de fuego y las pueden hacer funcionar Ellos pueden causarses lesions graves y la muerte Evite que los nifios tengan accesso las
27. ORAGE Never place or store any firearm in such a manner that it may be dislodged Firearms should always be stored securely and unloaded away from children and careless adults Use the locking device originally supplied with this firearm for storage The use of a locking device or safety lock is only one aspect of responsible firearms storage For increased safety firearms should be stored unloaded and locked in a location that is both separate from their ammunition and inaccessible to children and any other unauthorized person STORE SECURELY amp UNLOADED MAINTENANCE OF STAINLESS STEEL RIFLES Firearms and components made of stainless steel are relatively more resistant to corrosion than those of blued steel However in the interest of proper operation and long life of stainless steel firearm inspect it frequently and clean lubricate and apply an appropriate rust preventative Sometimes discoloration occurs from perspiration or from contact with some types of gun cases Rusting may occur as a result of the firearm being exposed to moisture salt air or chemicals Minor discoloration can usually be removed by rubbing the stainless area with an abrasive ink eraser crocus cloth or a metal polishing compound When using any of these abrasives proceed with care and use light pressure to achieve a blending of color with those areas that are not discolored Do NOT use abrasives on the clear coating of the
28. bject to change without notice SPECIFY MODEL AND CALIBER WHEN ORDERING See Exploded Views on Pages 38 41 Part No 0B8001 K0B8001 0B8003 K0B8003 K0B8006 0B8009 0B8014GM B 68 B06802 B 69 B 66 B 67 B 10 B 10A B 10C B 41 B 42 B 46 C 63 Model Standard Deluxe Sporter amp All Weather Blued Models Standard amp All Weather Stainless Models Target Blued Model Target Stainless Model Target Silhouette Model 10 22 RR 10 22 CRR Standard amp All Weather Blued Models Standard amp All Weather Stainless Models Standard amp All Weather All Models All Models All Models Standard All Weather 10 22 RR amp 10 22CRR Deluxe Sporter amp Target Models All Models All Models All Models Standard PE Xa Part Name Butt Plate Butt Plate Butt Plate Screw 2 Req d Butt Plate Screw 2 Req d Cocking Handle Guide Rod amp Recoil Spring Assembly Disconnector Disconnector Spring Disconnector amp Trigger Pivot Pin Ejector Ejector Cross Pin Not Illustrated Escutcheon Not Illustrated Extractor Extractor Plunger Extractor Spring Firing Pin Firing Pin Rebound Spring Firing Pin Stop Pin Front Sight Front Sight Fiber Optic Hammer Hammer Hammer Bushing 2 Req d Hammer Pivot Pin Hammer Spring Hammer Strut Hammer Strut Washer Part No B06301 B06302 B 64 B 91 B 48A B 25 B 24 KE02800 B 8 B 22 B 51 B 14 B 16 B 15 B 11 A20000 B 13
29. bly Complete Trigger Guard Assembly Complete Trigger Guard Assembly Complete Trigger Pivot Pin Trigger Plunger Trigger Plunger Spring PARTS SO MARKED MUST FACTORY FITTED Part No B00442 B 65 L04701 B 20 B02001 B 20D B02002D B02001D B02003D B 2 B00202 B00201 B00203 B 2C B00202C B00201B B00203C B 21 B 39 B 40 Model 10 22 CRR All Models amp 10 22 RR 10 22 RR All Blued Models All Stainless Models All Blued Models except Target Target Blued Model Standard amp All Weather Stainless Models Target Stainless Models All Blued Models except Target Target Blued Model Standard amp All Weather Stainless Models Target Stainless Model All Blued Models except Target Target Blued Model Standard amp All Weather Stainless Models Target Stainless Model All Models All Models All Models RUGER MODEL 10 22 CARBINE the receiver is not sold S E 2 E gt 2 t m 2 38 10 22 TRIGGER GUARD ASSEMBLY B19 T B 18 gi B 36 Aor EH B00034 B 45 Es B 23 21 24 10 22 BOLT ASSEMBLY B 16 39 RUGER 10 22 DELUXE SPORTER amp 507601 D06304 RUGER 10 22 TARGET RIFLE 088003 D06304 D 84 2 40 RUGER MODEL 10 22 RIFLE amp 10 22 COMPACT RIFLE 0B8009 10 22 RIFLE BBL B07506 0B8014GM 10 22 COMPACT RIFLE BBL E
30. ded magazine is in place and chambers the cartridge The bolt is held against the chambered cartridge by the recoil spring When the trigger is pulled the hammer is released and strikes the firing pin The firing pin indents the cartridge case rim and ignites the priming compound inside the rim This ignites the powder in the cartridge case and a great volume of gas is instantly generated which acts on the interior of the cartridge case in all directions 8 Because the bullet offers the least resistance it moves out of the cartridge case and exits the muzzle The bolt then moves rearward automatically extracting and ejecting the fired cartridge case and at the same time cocking the hammer and compressing the recoil spring etc as described above Once the trigger is released the rifle is ready to fire again Each time the trigger is pulled and released the same cycle is repeated until there are no more cartridges in the magazine or in the chamber The rifle will fire if there is cartridge in the chamber and the trigger is pulled whether or not there is magazine in place Removing the magazine does not unload the rifle Never assume the rifle is unloaded Visually inspect the chamber and the magazine each time the rifle is handled to be certain there are no cartridges in either The 10 22 Carbine is identified by its curved carbine style butt plate and barrel band The Deluxe Sporter Model has a flat recoil pad cut checkered
31. els All Blued Models All Stainless Models Model All Blued Models Part Name Part No Scope Base Adapter With 4 Screws NSBA Weaver Style 9t Scope Base Adapter Clear Coated NKSBA All Stainless Models Weaver Style Scope Base Screws 4 Req d B 89 All Models Not Illustrated Sear B 23 All Models except Target Model Sear B02302 Target Sear Spring B 24 All Models Sling Swivel Front MS07601 Deluxe Sporter Sling Swivel Front MS07602 Target Sling Swivel Rear MS07601 Deluxe Sporter International amp Target Stock Assembly Complete B 4 1 Standard Birch Stock Assembly Complete B00405 Standard Black Laminate See Note below Stock Assembly Complete B09201 Deluxe Sporter Walnut Stock Assembly Complete B00430 Target Laminated American Hardwood Stock Assembly B30425A All Weather Synthetic Stock Stock Black Laminate Stock Assembly BOYDS 600 333 B00433 Target Silhouette Model 10 22 RR NOTE A The black laminate stock assembly B00405 is sold only on an exchange basis That is the old black laminate stock must accompany the payment and order for a new B00405 stock LE Part Name Stock Assembly Take Down Screw Take Down Screw Trigger Trigger Trigger Assembly Complete Trigger Assembly Complete Trigger Assembly Complete Trigger Assembly Complete Trigger Guard Trigger Guard Trigger Guard Trigger Guard Trigger Guard Assembly Complete Trigger Guard Assem
32. ent that will not rust the metal components or adversely affect the plastic magazine box After the magazine has been soaked in solvent to loosen foreign matter be certain to shake it vigorously with the loading opening away from you to remove solvent or residue from within the magazine 24 After cleaning always check to be certain that rotor movement and tension are correct and that no solvent or debris remain Do not disassemble the magazine Improper reassembly or improper tensioning of the rotor spring can cause potentially dangerous malfunction If you experience a problem with the magazine don t use it Get a new one DAMAGED NON STANDARD OR IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED MAGAZINES SHOULD NOT BE USED THEY CAN CAUSE THE RIFLE TO MALFUNCTION Magazine Throat Exploded view of the 10 22 magazine components This illustration is included to show the relationship and Magazine Rotor names of the magazine components As noted in the text above the Magazine Cap magazine should not be disassembled Magazine Rotor Spring Cap Nut Ka CARE AND CLEANING Make Sure Gun is Unloaded Before cleaning be certain the rifle and its magazine contain no cartridges Cleanliness is most important to the function of this blow back operated autoloading firearm Any failures to feed or extract rounds may be indications of a dirty chamber Use commercially available bore cleaning solution and a brass brush followed by dry
33. erstanding of its particular characteristics and safe use Remember There is no such thing as a foolproof gun TABLE OF CONTENTS Page State by State Warnings Ge qux w Vaden EE ra be 2 Locking Device Installation Instructions CATAN acp d PNEU V 8 Operation of OR RC e de tl The LOCK TD 12 a ee asd Or a Pa dx Ea S eet ee Ee 13 Special Safety Note 10 22 Target Rifle Only 14 MN 15 Loading the Magazine 15 To Load and Fire With 16 To Load and Fire Without Magazine 18 TO Ate or EE 18 To Extract and Eject a Chambered Cartridge 20 To Clear Malfunction Jam 20 To Minimize Malfunctions Jams 21 TD STN ed AM 23 ke d EEE ENE EE ES EN ESN 24 Magazine Inspection and Care a ey oe Re ER 25 ee sre tack NEE EE dort auta Ac Paca bor 25 SJU EN AP P 27 Maintenance of Stainless Steel 28 Attaching Scope Base Adapter 29 Sight
34. he base and tap the sight in the direction you wish to move the point of bullet impact Before moving the sight pencil mark an index line on the sight base and rib so that sight movement can be detected SUGGESTED SIGHT PICTURE Top of front sight even with top of rear sight slide Front sight centered in notch of rear sight slide Target bull s eye centered on top of front sight Note that the rear sight blade can be reversed to give a square notch rear sight picture 30 SERVICE AND PARTS POLICY If you have any question regarding the performance of your RUGER MODEL 10 22 rifle or carbine please write or call 603 865 2442 our Product Service Department in Newport New Hampshire 03773 fully describing all circumstances and conditions involved If you should return your rifle to the factory for repair or order parts for it please comply with the following suggestions for prompt service WARNING BEFORE SHIPPING ANY FIREARM BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT IT AND ITS MAGAZINE ARE UNLOADED DO NOT SHIP CARTRIDGES WITH A FIREARM SHIPPING FIREARMS FOR REPAIR RUGER MODEL 10 22 rifles and carbines returned to the factory for repair should be sent to Sturm Ruger amp Company Inc Product Service Department 411 Sunapee St Newport New Hampshire 03773 Telephone 603 865 2442 Guns should be sent prepaid We will not accept collect shipments The Federal Gun Control Act as well as the laws of most States and
35. he rifle In this illustration the safety is shown in the off fire position The position of the safety and red band indicate the safety is off It should be in this position only when you are actually firing at a target The safety is held in its on or off position by a plunger that is under spring tension When the safety is moved to either the on or off position a distinct click should be heard Frequently check the position of the safety to be certain the safety has not been inadvertently moved If the safety seems to move too easily or if the click is not heard when the safety is moved stop using the rifle and return it to the Newport Product Service Department for repair see p 31 11 WARNING MANUAL SAFETY Keep the safety on unless actually firing Always move the safety fully to its intended position and check it The safety is not ON SAFETY IN SAFE POSITION unless it is completely ONT Never depend on a safety mechanism or any other mechanical device to justify careless handling or permitting the rifle to point in an unsafe direction The only safe rifle is one in which the bolt is open the chamber is empty and there is no magazine in the gun KNOW HOW TO USE THE SAFETY THE BOLT LOCK The bolt lock is located in the forward section of the trigger guard see Figure 1 p 10 The bolt lock is the manually operated means of retaining the bolt in the
36. his manual 1 Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction See Rule 2 p 42 2 Pull the bolt handle rearward Engage the bolt lock so that the bolt is held open See p 12 Check the chamber to be certain it is empty Engage the safety See Figure 1 p 10 ped E k d 1 etn 4 Figure 3 The safety should be on when the magazine is being removed or inserted Move the magazine release forward Figure 3A and draw the magazine out by grasping it between your thumb and forefinger and draw it out of the gun Figure 3B 3 Remove the magazine by using your index finger to push forward on the magazine release Figure 3A and at the same time grasp the magazine between thumb and forefinger of the other hand to draw it out of the magazine well See Figure 3B 4 Load the magazine with the appropriate number of cartridges see Loading The Magazine section p 15 Ol Insert magazine into the firearm with bullet end of the cartridges toward the muzzle Magazine cannot be seated if reversed 6 Load a cartridge into the chamber by fully retracting the bolt handle releasing the bolt lock and then releasing the bolt handle Don t touch the trigger Do not ride the bolt handle as it moves forward Do not apply force to the bolt handle to chamber a cartridge If a cartridge does not readily chamber eject it from the rifle lock the bolt open remove the magazine and see Warning Malfu
37. ill be performed Please provide your name as it appears on the credit card along with the expiration date of the card All parts orders are subject to a minimum charge and charges for shipping and handling Order parts by Part Name and Part Number and include the entire serial number of the firearm for which the parts are being ordered There is a minimum labor charge plus a shipping and handling charge if the parts are factory fitted All factory fitted parts are fit on an exchange basis only We will not return the replaced parts Please contact the Product Service Department for pricing information Because the receiver is a serial numbered component it is defined as a firearm by Federal law and is not sold as a separate component Parts designated by an asterisk must be factory fitted These parts are fitted on an exchange basis only We will not return the replaced parts We will not return any part that is broken malfunctioning badly worn or has been modified See Warning Parts Purchasers above EE Part Name Barrel Barrel Barrel Barrel Barrel Barrel Barrel Barrel Band Barrel Band Clear Coated Barrel Band Screw Barrel Retainer V Block Barrel Retainer Screw 2 Req d Bolt Only Bolt Assembly Complete Standard Finish Bolt Assembly Complete Color Buffed Bolt Lock Bolt Lock Spring Bolt Stop Pin Butt Plate RUGER MODEL 10 22 PARTS LIST Design prices and specifications su
38. ing with a cloth patch to remove any powder residue An excess of dirt powder residue or oil in the chamber will cause malfunctions and may result in potentially dangerous cartridge case ruptures and release of hot gasses and case fragments when firing At regular intervals or whenever the rifle has been exposed to sand dust extreme humidity condensation immersion in watey or other adverse conditions disassemble clean and oil it Proper periodic maintenance is essential to the reliable functioning of any firearm To clean the rifle proceed as follows 1 Disassemble field strip the rifle to the extent described on page 23 2 Using a cleaning rod run a solvent wetted patch through the bore several times Then attach a solvent wetted bristle brush to the rod and run it back and forth the full length of the bore as many times as necessary to remove grease and dirt from the bore and chamber Clean bore with dry patches and 25 examine Bore fouling can contribute to reduced accuracy and grease accumulation in the chamber can interfere with proper feeding of cartridges from the magazine Using powder solvent on a clean patch or bristle brush remove powder residue from all components of the mechanism After cleaning run a dry patch through the bore then follow with a patch that is very lightly oiled Wipe all surfaces clean with cloth then wipe all surfaces with a patch or cloth that has been very lightly oiled NOTE Onl
39. ither limited or full rather than to attempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson Moss Act and the regulations issued thereunder There are certain implied warranties under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods As the extent and interpretation of these implied warranties varies from state to state you should refer to your state statutes Sturm Ruger amp Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest in providing service to owners of Ruger firearms STURM RUGER amp Company Inc 411 Sunapee Street Newport New Hampshire 03773 U S A www ruger com Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens A COPY OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ANY RUGER FIREARM IS AVAILABLE FROM THE FACTORY FREE ON REQUEST OR IT MAY BE DOWNLOADED FROM OUR WEBSITE AT WWW RUGER COM THESE INSTRUCTION MANUALS CONTAIN IMPORTANT WARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD BEFORE USING THESE FIREARMS 22 45 22 Charger LCP LCR Model 96 P90 P91 P93 P94 P95 P97 P345D Mark III and P345PR are RUGER TRADEMARKS RUGER THE STURM RUGER LOGO AC 556 Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens 10 22 All Weather Bearcat Blackhawk Gold Label GP100 Hawkeye M77 Mini Thirty Mini 14 Old Army P345 P85 Redhawk Ruger Titanium Ruger 77 17
40. localities do not prohibit an individual who is not otherwise barred from purchasing or possessing a firearm from shipping a firearm directly to the manufacturer for repair However before you ship your rifle to us be certain that your State or locality does not have a law or regulation which will prohibit you from receiving the rifle from us after it has been repaired If such receiving is prohibited then please have a Federally Licensed firearms dealer ship the gun to us If your rifle is sent to us by a dealer it will be returned to that dealer after being repaired If a handgun pistol or revolver is shipped by an individual who does not hold a Federal Firearms License it must be shipped for overnight delivery via U P S Federal Express or other similar private overnight service NOTE Firearms may not be shipped via U S Mail Handguns mailed in violation of the law are impounded by the Post Office Please do not include a rifle case sling telescopic sights or custom accessories with a firearm being shipped to the factory for service DO NOT SEND GUN BOXES OR LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TO BE COLLECTOR S ITEMS THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED OR DESTROYED IN SHIPMENT Rifles and shotguns may be shipped via Parcel Post Always insure your shipment Enclose a letter that includes your name address telephone number serial number and model of the firearm Describe in detail the trouble you have experienced with your firearm or the wo
41. m 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 discharge It is likely that many more children sustain serious wounds or inflict such wounds accidentally on others In order to limit the chance of such misuse it 1s 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 reasonable preventive steps may result in innocent lives being lost and in some circumstances may result in your liability for these deaths IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR KEEP A FIREARM RIFLE SHOTGUN OR MACHINE GUN IN ANY PLACE UNLESS THAT WEAPON IS EQUIPPED WITH A TAMPER RESISTANT SAFETY DEVICE OR IS STORED OR KEPT IN A SECURELY LOCKED CONTAINER New Jersey IT IS CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR New York City THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCK IS ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE FIREARMS STORAGE FOR INCREASED SAFETY FIREARMS SHOULD BE STORED UNLOADED AND LOCKED IN A LOCATION THAT IS BOTH SEPARATE FROM THEIR AMMUNITION AND INACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN AND OTHER UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS North Carolina IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM THAT CAN BE DISCHARGED IN A MANNER THAT A REASONABLE PERSON SHOULD KNOW IS ACCESSIBLE TO A MINOR
42. n efforts and has supported the interests of shooters through such groups as the National Rifle Association National Shooting Sports Foundation and many regional sportsmen s organizations The Company has always endeavored to market its firearms for constructive and recreational purposes to emphasize the traditional and responsible aspects of shooting to render meaningful public services and to encourage shooters in constructive responsible and safe participation in the shooting sports Its motto Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens exemplifies this Company philosophy Today Ruger is particularly mindful of those elements which have contributed to the creation of its success and extends heartfelt thanks to its many loyal employees and customers A current catalog of Ruger firearms is available free upon request to Ruger Southport CT 06890 The firearms catalog and instruction manuals for all Ruger firearms can also be downloaded from our website at www ruger com 46 NOTES WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS BEEN PACKED WITH THIS NEW RUGER FIREARM The Magnuson Moss Act Public Law 93 637 does not require any seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written warranty It does provide that if written warranty is given it must be designated as limited or as full and sets minimum standards for a full warranty Sturm Ruger amp Company Inc has elected not to provide any written warranty e
43. nctions p 22 N The rifle is now fully loaded If the rifle is not to be fired immediately the safety should remain ONT See Figure 1 p 10 When the safety is moved to the off position the rifle will fire each time the trigger is pulled until all the cartridges in the magazine and the one in the chamber have been fired Firing will automatically reload and recock the rifle Note that every time the trigger is pulled if cartridge is in the chamber the rifle will fire be careful OO Immediately following the firing of a shot and if a subsequent shot is not to be fired at once put the safety ONT while the rifle is still pointing in a safe direction down range 16 The safety should be moved to position as soon as firing is completed and it should be at all times except when the rifle is on target and being fired The bolt does not remain open after the last shot has been fired nor does the bolt automatically lock open when the magazine is empty When firing is completed manually retract the bolt lock it open and visually check the chamber to be sure it is empty If the bolt is shut the shooter should always assume that there is a cartridge in the chamber Don t rely on your memory to know if a gun or magazine is loaded Visually inspect the magazine and the chamber WARNING FIRING The bolt automatically opens and shuts quickly while firing Keep face and hands away
44. o snap forward If the bolt seems to bind determine which screw is binding the top of the bolt If it is necessary to shorten a screw be certain to chamfer its top so it does not cross thread the hole in the receiver 6 Attach scope bases and scope to the adapter in accordance with their instructions Scope mounting precautions Do not remove the scope base filler screws there are four in the receiver unless the supplied scope base adapter or other suitable base is to be mounted with properly fitting screws Do not deepen or alter the screw holes that are in the Ruger 10 22 Do not place any sealant into the screw holes in the receiver as the sealant can drip into the bolt or receiver and cause potentially dangerous malfunctions Tip Off Style Scope Base Adapter 29 Weaver Style Scope Base Adapter SIGHT ADJUSTMENT The folding leaf rear sight is adjustable for elevation The slide must be moved one graduation to change the point of impact by approximately one inch at 25 yards Use a small screwdriver with a blade tip that exactly fits the screw head Loosen the screws only slightly so the slide doesn t move too freely Move the slide in the direction you want the point of impact of the bullet to move When the slide is positioned at the desired height carefully tighten both screws Lateral windage adjustment is made by drifting the sight base in its slot Place a short brass rod against the sight base and only t
45. oaded magazine into the rifle until the catch locks it in place CORRECT UNLOADING SEQUENCE 19 TO AND EJECT A CHAMBERED CARTRIDGE When the rifle is fired the same gas pressure which drives the bullet forward also acts through the cartridge case to push the bolt to the rear That action causes extraction and ejection of the fired cartridge case But when the bolt is operated by hand there can be a failure to extract the cartridge from the chamber or a failure to eject the cartridge clear of the rifle These failures usually are the result of the bolt not being pulled rearward vigorously coupled with an accumulation of bullet lubricant in the chamber From the foregoing it is clear that the gun user must 1 Always visually check the chamber after opening the bolt to eject chambered cartridge If the bolt is not vigorously retracted when being operated by hand the extracted cartridge can be ejected into the magazine area instead of outside the rifle Thoroughly clean the chamber and the extractor as often as necessary to prevent the accumulation of grease and dirt If an empty magazine is in the rifle when the bolt is being hand retracted to extract a cartridge the cartridge may drop on top of the magazine Then when the bolt goes forward the cartridge will be chambered again Always remove the magazine before clearing the chamber and visually ensure that no cartridges remain in the gun TO
46. on When using any firearm chambered for rimfire cartridges form the habit of examining fired cartridge cases If they have bulged heads or frequently show splits on any part of the case the rifle or pistol should be returned to the factory for inspection 21 A WARNING MALFUNCTIONS The 22 Long Rifle rimfire cartridges fire when the firing pin impacts the relatively soft cartridge case rim and also can be discharged before it is chambered if its rim receives a sharp blow If a cartridge hangs up jams or binds when being chambered or when being fed from the magazine into the chamber do not attempt to force it into the chamber by pushing or striking the bolt Any jam or feeding problem is signal to immediately stop using the gun until it can be determined what is wrong Most failures of a cartridge to feed or to chamber are caused by a damaged magazine improper gun handling poor maintenance improper or defective ammunition Whatever the cause rimfire cartridge jams can result in the potentially dangerous situation of a cartridge discharging before it is chambered If this occurs the cartridge case will rupture and its fragments will fly out of the gun with sufficient force to cause injury Always wear shooting glasses and hearing protectors Keep face away from chamber CRUSHING RIM CAN BURST AMMO Always unload a firearm before cleaning lubrication disassembly or assembly UNLOAD BEFORE CLEANING 22
47. rk you wish to have done Merely stating that the firearm needs repair is inadequate information 31 All work performed is subject to a minimum labor charge and charges for shipping and handling Most models can be reblued but custom gunsmithing service or nonstandard alterations are NOT AVAILABLE from Ruger Product Service Departments Please contact the Product Service Department for pricing information A WARNING PARTS PURCHASERS It is the purchaser s responsibility to be absolutely certain that any parts ordered from the factory are correctly fitted and installed Firearms are complicated mechanisms and IMPROPER FITTING OF PARTS MAY RESULT IN A DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION DAMAGE TO THE FIREARM AND SERIOUS INJURY TO THE SHOOTER AND OTHER PERSONS The purchaser and installer of parts must accept full responsibility for the correct adjustment and functioning of the firearm after such installation PARTS MUST FIT CORRECTLY ORDERING PARTS Please contact the New Hampshire Product Service Department for parts availability and current prices All parts ordered for the RUGER MODEL 10 22 should be sent to Sturm Ruger amp Co Inc Product Service Department 411 Sunapee Street Newport New Hampshire 03773 603 865 2442 We cannot comply with open account or C O D orders Payment in full via credit card Visa or MasterCard only money order or certified bank check no personal checks please is required before any service w
48. stock and no barrel band The Target Model has heavyweight hammer forged barrel laminated target style stock and a special target trigger see p 15 The AUl Weather Model has a carbine style stock with barrel band and is checkered on the forearm pistol grip and butt plate The black composite stock is made of a thermoplastic polyester resin reinforced with fiberglass for strength durability and resistance to the elements These models use a ten shot rotary magazine chambered for the 22 Long Rifle cartridge The 10 22 RIFLE features a slimmer hardwood stock longer barrel flat rifle butt plate ramp front sight and no barrel band It uses the same ten shot rotary magazine chambered for the 22 Long Rifle cartridge as the 10 22 Carbine models The 10 22 Compact Rifle features a shorter barrel shorter rifle style hardwood stock and forend flat buttplate and fiber optic front and rear sights Chambered for the 22 Long Rifle Rimfire cartridge the Compact Rifle uses the same ten shot rotary magazine as the 10 22 Rifle and 10 22 Carbine All models have the same basic operation mechanism and include the following features with which the gun user should be thoroughly familiar The 10 22 Rifles have no barrel band NOMENCLATURE 10 22 Carbine Model Shown Receiver Bolt Rear Sight Front Sight Barrel Trigger Guard Barrel Band housing Safety Bolt Handle Trigger shown on Magazine Bolt Lock Take Down Magazine
49. y a light application of oil is needed to provide adequate lubrication of moving parts and to prevent rust Excess accumulations of oil tend to attract particles of dust and dirt and may congeal in cold weather which can interfere with the safe and reliable functioning of the rifle WARNING LUBRICATION Firing a rifle with oil grease or any other material even partially obstructing the bore may result in damage to the rifle and serious injury to the shooter and those nearby Do not spray or apply lubricants directly on ammunition If the powder of a cartridge is affected by the lubricant it may not be ignited but the primer firing may push the bullet into the bore where it may be lodged Firing a subsequent bullet into the obstructed bore may damage the rifle and cause serious injury or death to the shooter and those nearby Use lubricants properly You are responsible for the proper care and maintenance of your firearms IMPROPER LUBRICATION DESTROYS GUNS 26 STORAGE GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED USE THE LOCKING DEVICE SUPPLIED WITH THE RIFLE TO RENDER IT INOPERATIVE FOR SAFE STORAGE SEE PAGE 5 Sturm Ruger also offers gun safes for sale as a means to secure more than one firearm Please call the Heritage Safe Company at 1 800 515 7233 for details and ordering information Do not store the rifle in a leather case or scabbard Leather attracts moisture even though it may appear to be dry A WARNING ST
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