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1. Scope Rings Medium Complete Assembly PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FITTED Part No D06304 D 84 MS08000 MS06900 KMS06900 MS00700 KMS00700 MS02200 KMS02200 MFH MS07601 KMS07600 MAG 5 MS02707A 5B 5KHM Model All Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock models All Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock models All Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock models Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock blued Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock stainless Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock blued Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock stainless Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock blued Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models RUGER MINI 14 RANCH RIFLE EXPLODED VIEW 223 Rem with wood stock shown 44 Sp Key No X RUGER MINI THIRTY RIFLE PARTS LIST Design prices and specifications subject to change without notice SPECIFY MODEL amp SERIAL NUMBER WHEN ORDERING See Exploded Views on Page 50 Part Name Barrel Specify Model amp Serial Number Receiver Front Sight Front Sight Cross Pin Gas Block Top amp Bottom 2 pieces Sling Swivel Front Gas Block Screw 4 req d Gas Pipe Gas Port Bushing Slide Assembly Bolt Assembly Includes Key Nos 11 15 Part No 0M8002 K0M8002 MS00113 KMS00113 MS04406 MA07201 MS03503 KMS03503 MS07500 KMS07500 MS06500 KMS06500
2. 46 47 Hammer Strut Hammer Spring Rear Magazine Latch Magazine Latch Spring Magazine Latch Pivot Pin Stock Assembly Includes Key Nos 47 49 Stock Wood Part No MS01300 KMS01300 KMS01301 KMS04900 MS02100 KMS02100 MS01900 KMS01900 KMS01700 MS00200 KMS00200 MS01800A KMS1800A MS01800 KMS01800 KMS04700 MS03101 KMS03101 KMS03100 MS05000 KMS05000 MS01200 KMS01200 MS10401 MS00401 Model Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued model Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock model All Mini 14 Ranch Wood Stock models Ch 56 Si Part Name Butt Pad Butt Pad Screw 2 Req d Stock Reinforcement Lock Washer 2 Req d Stock Reinforcement Screw 2 Req d Stock Reinforcement Forearm Liner amp Stock Cap Assembly Handguard Assembly Sling Swivel Rear Magazine Complete
3. Locking Devices 5 Bore Obstructions 20 Alterations 8 Malfunctions 23 Manual Safety Disassembly 24 Ammunition Lubrication 30 Lead Exposure Storage al Firing Harmonic Dampener Removal 36 Handling Shipping 37 Sustained Firing Parts Purchasers 38 Unloading 17 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 GENERAL INFORMATION AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS The RUGER MINI 14 RANCH and MINI THIRTY RIFLES are gas operated box magazine fed autoloading rifles They are simple reliable and consist of a relatively few rugged components The mechanism employs the Ruger fixed piston moving cylinder gas system in conjunction with a simplified Garand type rotating bolt The Mini 14 Ranch and Mini Thirty Rifles can be field stripped for cleaning to their basic subassemblies in seconds without the use of tools The Ruger Mini Thirty is similar but not identical to the Ruger Mini 14 series of rifles and is adapted to an excellent deer hunting cartridge the 7 62 x 39mm Music wire coil springs are used throughout the mechanism The safety located in front of the trigger guard blocks bot
4. be sure chamber is empty 24 Figure 8 3 Invert the rifle and use a 1 4 diameter steel rod punch screwdriver shank or other suitable instrument inserted into the hole in the rear of the trigger guard as a lever to spring open the trigger guard from its latched position See Fig 8 WARNING Do not use a cartridge to unlatch the trigger guard because of the danger of loosening the bullet in the cartridge case see Warnings in Ammunition section p 12 Figure 9 4 Remove trigger housing assembly by carefully pulling it upward see Fig 9 Be careful not to damage stock when removing or replacing the trigger housing assembly 5 Remove barrel receiver assembl SN eee from stock by lifting the rear of 0 SE the assembly out of the stock and then pulling the stock rearward out of engagement with the gas block See Fig 10 Figure 10 D Grasp the guide rod and recoil spring and move it forward to slightly compress the recoil spring and disengage it from the receiver next lift the guide rod and recoil spring and remove them by pulling rearward See Figs 1la and 11b CAUTION The recoil spring is heavily compressed use eye protection and care when disassembling and reassembling to prevent the guide rod and spring trom escaping forcibly and possibly causing injury 25 7 Pull slide handle to the rear Align the locking projection on slide with disassembly notc
5. 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 MAGAZINES RUGER MINI 14 RANCH RIFLES are offered in two calibers 223 Rem 5 56mm and 6 8mm Rem SPC The Target Model Mini 14 is chambered for 223 Remington ammunition only The Ruger Mini Thirty is chambered for 7 62 x 39mm ammunition only USE THE MINI 14 MAGAZINE AND AMMUNITION OF THE CORRECT CALIBER DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE MINI THIRTY MAGAZINES IN RUGER MINI 14 RANCH RIFLES The three magazines are distinct and can be easily distinguished by looking at the bottom of the magazine as follows 223 caliber Mini 14 6 8 SPC Mini 14 Ruger Mini Thirty Ranch Rifle Magazine Ranch Rifle Magazine 7 62 x 39mm Magazine BE Gu Grassi O O N I pe Bottom Bottom Side Bottom Side Never attempt to use 7 62 x 39mm ammunition in Ruger Mini 14 Ranch rifles as it will not chamber correctly and will jam the action As with any firearm always wear safety shooting glasses and adequate hearing protection 13 LOADING THE MAGAZINE Use only clean ammunition of the proper caliber manufactured to U S Industry specifications in good condition See Notice
6. 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 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 Persons who do not hold a Federal Firearms License are prohibited by Federal law from shipping a handgun by Mail Handguns mailed in violation of the law are impounded by the Post Office DO NOT SEND GUN BOXES OR LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TO BE COLLECTOR S ITEMS THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED OR DESTROYED IN SHIPMENT Please do not include rifle case sling telescopic sights or custom accessories with a firearm being shipped to the factory for service Rifles and
7. 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 a 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 either 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 P9
8. EXPLODED VIEW 53 RUGER MINI 14 RANCH amp MINI THIRTY RIFLE SYNTHETIC STOCK Key No 53 58 59 60 61 62 63 Part Name Part No Model Component Parts for Synthetic Stock Model Includes Key Nos 53 amp 58 63 Forearm Liner amp Stock Cap Assembly Stock Assembly Synthetic Butt Pad Butt Pad Screw 2 Req d Pistol Grip Cap Pistol Grip Cap Screw Pistol Grip Cap Medallion 54 KMS02200 MS30426 KMS30427 MS30427 D06315 B 91 D 80SB C 96SM D 82 All Synthetic Stock models KMini 14 5P KMini 6 8 5P KMini Thirty P All Synthetic Stock models All Synthetic Stock models All Synthetic Stock models All Synthetic Stock models All Synthetic Stock models 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 a way which will ensure his own safety and that of others When firearms are used in a safe and responsible manner they are a 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 sun handling The following rules must be observed by gun us
9. KMS03600 KMS02503 MS23708 KMS23708 MS11009 KMS11009 Model Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued model Mini Thirty stainless models 9v Key No 11 lb 14 16 17 18 19 Part Name Extractor Firing Pin Bolt Extractor Plunger Extractor Spring Buffer Cross Pin Buffer Bushing Buffer Guide Rod Slide Spring Rear Sight Assembly Complete Includes Key Nos 20 23 Rear Sight Base Rear Sight Dovetail Slide Rear Sight Windage Screw 2 Req d Rear Sight Aperture Bolt Lock Plunger Bolt Lock Plunger Spring Ejector Bolt Lock Part No MS01403 KMS01403 KMS01103 MS01009 KMS01009 KMS01600 MS01500 MS06610 KMS06610 MS04010 KMS04010 MS03901 KMS03901 KMS05101 MS25504 MS05504 MS05911 MS05901 MS05206 MS04500 KMS04500 KMS04600 MS03211 KMS03211 Model Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thi
10. LOOSEN DURING SHOOTING HARMONIC DAMPENER REMOVAL amp INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Target Model Mini 14 Only To remove the harmonic dampener loosen all 4 harmonic dampener attachment screws three 3 full turns Slide the dampener off the muzzle end of the barrel NOTE Never completely remove the attachment screws from the harmonic dampener To install the harmonic dampener slide it over the muzzle end of barrel to the desired location and tighten the attachment screws into the helical grooves on the barrel NOTE The dampener must be located on the barrel so that the adjustment screws can engage the helical grooves 36 SERVICE AND PARTS POLICY If you have any question with regard to the performance of your RUGER MINI 14 RANCH or MINI THIRTY RIFLE 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 MINI 14 RANCH or MINI THIRTY RIFLES returned to the factory for repair should be sent to Ruger Product Service Department 411 Sunapee St Newport New Hampshire 03773 Telephone 603
11. See Warning Malfunctions p 23 6 The rifle is now cocked and a loaded cartridge is chambered Visually check to be certain the safety is in the ON position 7 When you are ready to fire the rifle move the safety to the OFF position WARNING DO NOT TOUCH THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE ACTUALLY READY TO FIRE KEEP THE SAFETY ON UNLESS ACTUALLY FIRING 8 The rifle will fire one shot each time the trigger is pulled until the magazine is empty Some of the gas produced by the combustion of the powder is used to push the slide and bolt to the rear which extracts and ejects the fired cartridge case recocks the gun and reloads a new cartridge from the magazine into the firing chamber VA The bolt automatically opens and shuts quickly while firing Keep face and hands away from it Hot brass and powder gas is ejected quickly and can burn you The rifle should be fired from the right shoulder Always wear shooting glasses and hearing protectors BOLT OPENS FAST HOT BRASS EJECTED 15 9 Immediately following the firing of a shot and if a subsequent shot is not to be fired at once put the safety ON while the rifle is still pointing in a safe direction down range The safety should be moved to the ON position as soon as firing is completed and it should be ON at all times except when the rifle is on target and being fired 10 When the last cartridge in the magazine has been fired
12. and Warnings in other sections of this manual pertaining to Ammunition To load the magazine align each cartridge with the bullet forward pointing toward the hole in the front of the magazine body and push downward until the cartridge snaps into place Do not attempt to load more than the designated number of cartridges for which the magazine has been designed RUGER MINI 14 RANCH and MINI THIRTY RIFLES are sold with 5 round Ruger magazines The RUGER MINI 14 RANCH 223 Remington and 6 8 Rem SPC magazines are not interchangeable nor are they interchangeable with the Ruger Mini Thirty magazines Do not use non Ruger magazines they may cause malfunctions DAMAGED NON STANDARD OR IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED MAGAZINES SHOULD NOT BE USED THEY CAN CAUSE THE RIFLE TO MALFUNCTION INSERTING THE MAGAZINE Standard Mini 14 Ranch Model Shown in Fig 5 See Figure 5 The magazine may be inserted with the bolt either in the closed or open position see Bolt Lock section p 11 1 Hold the magazine at an angle as shown and insert all the way up into the magazine well NOTE There is a hole in the top front portion of the magazine that mates with a stud on the inside of De PE ss 2 e f r the receiver P H N A F Fa i Li E 2 Pull the bottom of the magazine toward the trigger guard until the magazine latch at the rear of the magazine well engages Check to be sure that the magazine is Figure 5 securely
13. 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 a las armas de fuego guardandolas 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 y 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 1s 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 t
14. chamber Clean bore with dry patches and 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 29 4 NOTE Only 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 function 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
15. 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 understanding of its particular characteristics and safe use Remember There is no such thing as a foolproof gun TABLE OF CONTENTS Page State By State Warning 2 6450644 S446 arvet drar kraner eek pA Locking Device Installation Instructions 0 0 0 cc cee eee ee eens 5 General Iniormation vassere Je 8 NOMEncaliie ansi riane tenia nata ratio iter 9 Operation of Safety 10 The Bot L ck 224 55 EEE EEE DEE 11 ANNUO 44 04 44 bang oad OF 0s 54S eae ele se ea Oke ea es 12 Mee 13 To Load and Fire With Magazine 0 ccc ccc eee tenes 15 To Load and Fire Without Magazine LL 17 To Unlo ses 17 To Reload the EEE 19 To Extract and Eject a Chambered Cartridge 00 cece cece 19 To Remove a Bore Obstruction 0 0 ccc cee cece ee eee eee eens 19 To Clear a Malfunction Jam LL 21 To Minimize Malfunctions Jams LL 22 Disassembly asserire iii ei 24 SEG cicoria rta 21 Removal and Replacement of Fiberglass Handguard 28 Magazine Inspection and Care 0 ccc ccc cece eect ee eens 28 Ca
16. latched into place REMOVING THE MAGAZINE To remove the magazine simply push the magazine latch forward until the rear end of the magazine drops out of the magazine well The magazine can then be withdrawn from the rifle To minimize the possibility of damage and malfunc tions do not let the magazine drop to the ground see Figure 6 p 24 14 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 this manual This procedure begins with an empty rifle with its magazine out 1 Be certain the muzzle is pointing in a safe direction See Rule 2 p 55 2 Before inserting loaded magazine engage the bolt lock so the bolt is held open Check the chamber to be certain it is empty MOVE THE SAFETY TO THE ON POSITION See Figure 3 p 11 3 Load a magazine with the desired number of cartridges 4 Insert the loaded magazine into the magazine well and immediately 5 Draw the slide handle all the way to the rear and release it allowing the slide to snap forward under full spring force A cartridge will be stripped from the magazine and chambered by the motion of the bolt WARNING If cartridges do not feed smoothly from the magazine into the chamber then do not use the rifle until the problem is corrected
17. out an obstruction 56 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 sun 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 shooting Exposure to shooting noise can damage hearing and adequate eye protection when shooting is essential 7 NEVER CLIMB A 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 57 8 DON T SHOOT AT 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 mn 9 NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM LOADED Firearms should always be unloaded before being placed in a vehicle A suitable carrying case or scabbard should be used to carry an unloaded firearm to and f
18. 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 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 Standard Mini 14 Ranch Model Shown Correct Installation of Lock For Ruger Mini 14 Ranch amp Mini Thirty 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 MINI 14 RANCH or MINI THIRTY RIFLE 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 sun safely then you should seek supervised instruction Such personalized 6 instruction is often available from gun dealers gun
19. shotguns may be shipped via Parcel Post Always insure your shipment Enclose a letter which 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 work you wish to have done Merely stating that the firearm needs repair is inadequate information 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 37 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 rifle 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 orders for the RUGER MINI 14 RANCH or MINI THIRTY RIFLES should be sent to Ruger Product Service Department 411 Sun
20. 4 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 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 Harmonic dampener licensed and manufactured under U S Patent No Res 35 381 2009 Sturm Ruger amp Co Inc
21. 9mm cartridges manufactured in accordance with U S industry practice Do not attempt to use any other cartridges in this rifle even though 7 62mm may appear in their names i e 7 62 x 51mm NATO 308 Winchester 7 62 Tokarev 7 62 x 54 Rimmed Russian etc The Mini 14 Ranch and Mini Thirty Rifles are designed to use either standardized U S military or factory loaded sporting cartridges manufactured in accordance with U S industry practice Always be careful to ensure you are using the correct ammunition for your rifle See Ammunition Notice amp Warning Ammunition below USE ONLY FACTORY AMMUNITION LOADED TO U S INDUSTRY STANDARDS A WARNING AMMUNITION Death serious injury and damage can result from the use of wrong ammunition bore obstructions powder overloads or incorrect cartridge components Even the strongest gun can be blown up as a result of excess pressure Always wear shooting glasses and hearing protectors IMPROPER AMMUNITION DESTROYS GUNS AMMUNITION CARTRIDGES NOTICE WE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY WHATSOEVER OCCURRING IN CONNECTION WITH OR AS THE RESULT OF THE USE IN 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 12 R WARNING LEAD EXPOSURE Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas
22. INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR BLUED amp STAINLESS STEEL CALIBER 223 5 56mm 6 8mm Rem SPC 6 8 x 43mm amp 7 62x39mm RUGER MINI 14 RANCH amp MINI THIRTY RIFLES Target Model Mini 14 Ranch with Hogue OverMolded Stock Target Model Mini 14 Ranch with Laminate Stock Mini 14 Ranch with Hardwood Stock _ FR UG R All Weather Mini Thirty E LE om Se 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 37 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 MS1 amp KMS1 5 09 RI 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
23. 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 the firearm when not in use Ammunition should safely be stored separate from firearms Store your firearms out of sight of visitors and children It is the gun owners 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
24. Screw 2 Req d Rear Sight Aperture Bolt Lock Plunger Bolt Lock Plunger Spring Ejector Bolt Lock Cover Plate Rear Sight Attachment Screw Trigger Bushing Secondary Sear Trigger Secondary Sear Spring Trigger Spring Safety Assembly Safety Spring Retainer Pin Part No MS05911 MS05901 MS05206 MS04500 KMS04500 KMS04600 MS03210 KMS03210 KMS03211 MS06700 KMS06700 MS05711 MS04300 KMS04300 MS02300 KMS02300 MS02000 KMS02000 KMS02400 KMS04800 MS13800A KMS13800A MS06200 KMS06200 Model All Mini 14 Ranch models All Mini 14 Ranch models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Key No 36 37 38 39 40 41 Part Name Trigger Housing Safety Detent Spring Trigger Pivot Pin Hammer Pivot Pin Hammer Trigger Guard cs Hammer Strut Assembly Includes Key Nos 42 43 42 43 44 45
25. TH SEPARATE FROM THEIR AMMUNITION AND INACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN AND 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 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 IF 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 RK OK OK OK CK CK Ck Ck kK kK Kk Kk OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK 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 4 LOCKING DEVICE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AX 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 e Always verify that your firearm is completely unloaded before installing your locking device e 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
26. agazine Latch Magazine Latch Pivot Pin Safety Spring Retainer Pin Hammer Pivot Pin Trigger Guard Stock Liner Stock Reinforcement Stock Black Laminate Stock Reinforcement Lock Washer 2 req d Stock Reinforcement Screw 2 req d Butt Pad Holder Butt Pad Holder Screw 2 req d Spacer Butt Pad Recoil Pad Recoil Pad Screw 2 req d PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FITTED Part No KMS01800 KMS04700 KMS013800HMA KMS02300 KMS02400 KMS02001 KMS04300 KMS04800 KMS02100 KMS04900 KMS01300HM KMS05000 KMS03100HM KMS01200 KMS06200 KMS01900 KMS00200HM KMS00602 KMS00700 MS00431 MS08000 KMS06900 MS06301 B 91 MS06300 D06315 MS08300 Model Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch RUGER TARGET MODEL MINI 14 RANCH RIFLE
27. apee Street Newport New Hampshire 03773 603 865 2442 We cannot comply with open account or C 0 D requests 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 will 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 Barrels and a number of other component parts must be fitted at the factory Company policy is to proof test and or function fire all barrels after fitting to the receivers in which they are to be used This procedure ensures maximum protection to our customers The special proof test ammunition used in this testing is sold only to bonafide firearms manufacturers and is not available to gun shops sunsmiths or individuals Because the receiver of the RUGER MINI 14 RANCH and MINI THIRTY RIFLES is a serial numbered component it is defined as a firearm by Federal law and is no
28. apid changing of magazines and for holding the bolt in its rearward position when the rifle is unloaded for the purpose of cleaning or inspection OPERATION OF BOLT LOCK Standard Mini 14 Ranch Model Shown in Fig 3 amp Fig 4 To manually engage the bolt lock to keep Figure 3 the bolt open See Figure 3 1 Pullthe slide handle all the way to the rear 2 Depress the bolt lock plunger and allow the slide to move forward until it stops 3 Put safety ON push fully rearward To release the slide which allows the bolt to go forward keep safety ON and either 1 Remove the magazine draw the EP slide handle to the rear and eee Sk Sa po release or Em D 2 With an empty magazine in place draw the slide handle fully to the a rear and hold it there Then while holding the slide handle depress G WW the magazine follower slightly with een asey si the thumb remove the thumb and Figure 4 ON then allow the slide to go forward See Figure 4 CAUTION Slide is under heavy spring tension and can injure fingers when it slams shut 11 AMMUNITION The RUGER MINI 14 RANCH RIFLES are offered in two calibers the 223 Remington 5 56mm cartridge and the 6 8mm Remington SPC cartridge The Target Model uses 223 Remington cartridges only RUGER MINI THIRTY RIFLES are chambered for the 7 62 x 39mm cartridge and can use either standard U S military or factory loaded sporting 7 62 x 3
29. as Block Screw 4 req d Gas Pipe Gas Port Bushing Slide Extractor Firing Pin Bolt Extractor Plunger Extractor Plunger Spring Buffer Cross Pin Buffer Bushing Buffer Guide Rod Slide Spring Bolt Lock Plunger Bolt Lock Plunger Spring Ejector Bolt Lock Cover Plate Hammer See Exploded Views on Page 53 Part No K0M8012 KMS00118 KMS06800 KMS06801 KMS03504 KMS06500 KMS03600 KMS02500 KMS23706 KMS01400HM KMS01101 KMS01008HM KMS01600 MS01500 KMS06610 KMS04010 KMS03901 KMS05101 KMS04500HM KMS04600 KMS03210 KMS06700HM KMS01700 Model Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Target Model Mini 14 Ranch cs Part Name Hammer Strut Hammer Spring Safety Assembly Secondary Sear Secondary Sear Spring Trigger Trigger Bushing Trigger Spring Trigger Pivot Pin Safety Detent Spring Trigger Housing Magazine Latch Spring Rear M
30. care and maintenance of your firearms IMPROPER LUBRICATION DESTROYS GUNS STORAGE GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED USE THE LOCKING DEVICE SUPPLIED WITH THE RIFLE FOR 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 TO RENDER THE RIFLE INOPERATIVE FOR SAFE STORAGE With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction remove the magazine retract the slide handle and retract the bolt fully to the rear Lock the bolt open and check the chamber to be sure the rifle is completely unloaded With the muzzle pointed ina safe direction pull downward on the rear end of the trigger guard and remove the trigger housing assembly from the bottom of the rifle Store the rifle and the trigger housing assembly in different locations When disassembled in this manner the rifle is inoperable It is impossible to fire the rifle until the trigger housing assembly has been correctly replaced To reassemble the rifle for firing reinsert the trigger housing assembly into the receiver from the bottom Swing the trigger guard upward and rearward until it latches securely in place Check to be sure that the bolt can be operated fully and freely by operating the slide handle back and forth The ri
31. cause the bolt to automatically lock open Keep the rifle pointed in a safe direction Put the safety ON Reloading can be accomplished by pressing forward on the magazine latch with the thumb or forefinger The magazine will fall free of the rifle of its own weight To avoid the possibility of damage to the magazine do not let it fall to the ground unless rapid reloading is absolutely necessary DI Insert a loaded magazine WARNING The bolt stop is held in place by a spring detent Therefore when there is a loaded magazine in place and the rifle is jarred the bolt can fly forward and chamber a cartridge DI Release the bolt to move forward by pulling the slide handle fully to the rear and release the slide A cartridge will be chambered when the bolt shuts WARNING The rifle is ready for instant use once the bolt moves forward If the rifle is not to be fired immediately keep the safety ON When you are ready to fire immediately take the safety OFF and resume firing putting the safety back ON whenever you cease firing even for a moment TO EXTRACT AND EJECT A CHAMBERED CARTRIDGE When the rifle is fired the same gas pressure that drives the bullet forward acts through the gas port to push the slide and bolt to the rear This action causes extraction and ejection of the fired cartridge case If a cartridge fails to fire or if the shooter wishes to eject the chambered cartridge manually follow the procedu
32. d Stock models All Mini Thirty Wood Stock models Mini Thirty Wood Stock blued Mini Thirty Wood Stock stainless Mini Thirty Wood Stock blued Mini Thirty Wood Stock stainless Mini Thirty Wood Stock blued Mini Thirty Wood Stock stainless All Mini Thirty models 67 Key No 55 56 D7 PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FITTED Part Name Sling Swivel Rear Magazine Complete Scope Rings Medium Complete Assembly Part No MS07601 KMS07600 MAG 762 S100RM KD72M MATTE Component Parts for Synthetic Stock Model Includes Key Nos 58 63 Stock Assembly Synthetic Butt Pad Butt Pad Screw 2 Req d Pistol Grip Cap Pistol Grip Cap Screw Pistol Grip Cap Medallion MS30427 D06315 B 91 D 80SB C 96SM D 82 Model Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty Synthetic Stock model Mini Thirty Synthetic Stock model Mini Thirty Synthetic Stock model Mini Thirty Synthetic Stock model Mini Thirty Synthetic Stock model Mini Thirty Synthetic Stock model RUGER MINI THIRTY RIFLE EXPLODED VIEW 50 LS RUGER TARGET MODEL MINI 14 RANCH RIFLE PARTS LIST Design prices and specifications subject to change without notice SPECIFY MODEL amp SERIAL NUMBER WHEN ORDERING Part Name Barrel Receiver Muzzle Weight Muzzle Weight Screw 4 req d Gas Block Top amp Bottom 2 pieces G
33. e Warning Bore Obstructions p 20 6 To minimize the probability of an unfired cartridge being jammed should it fall back onto the magazine remove the magazine before retracting the slide When extracting an unfired cartridge tip the right side of the rifle towards the ground so that gravity will assist the cartridge to fall clear of the magazine well Always retract the slide briskly whenever extracting a live cartridge Take care to see that a cartridge is not forcibly ejected against a surface where the primer might be set off Alterations to the rifle or use of non Ruger magazines and accessories may cause malfunctions See Warning Alterations on page 8 If the above procedures do not result in a smooth and reliable feeding 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 page 37 of this manual for packing and shipping information A WARNING MALFUNCTIONS A cartridge can be discharged before it is chambered if its primer 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 a signal to immediately stop using the gun until it can be determined what is wrong Most failures of a cartridge to fe
34. ed or to chamber are caused by a damaged magazine improper gun handling or defective ammunition Whatever the cause 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 STRIKING RIM OR PRIMER CAN BURST CARTRIDGE 23 WARNING DISASSEMBLY Always unload a firearm before cleaning lubrication disassembly or assembly DISASSEMBLY Be Sure Rifle Is Unloaded Standard Mini 14 Ranch Model Shown in Figs 6 14 Although the Mini 14 Ranch and Mini Thirty Rifles can be disassembled reassembled and cleaned in almost any surrounding it is preferrable to carry out these procedures on a workbench or table which has a covered top A piece of shallow nap rug or an old blanket is an ideal covering Such a covering keeps the rifle from slipping and being scratched 1 With the rifle pointing in a safe direction safety ON remove the magazine by pushing catch forward to release magazine while drawing magazine down and forward see Fig 6 2 Pull the slide handle all the way to the rear and release Make sure safety is ON see Fig 7 NOTE Hammer must be cocked and safety must be ON to accomplish disassembly and reassembly Again
35. ed into the gas block the stock can be swung down into full contact with the receiver 27 b Insert the opened trigger housing assembly safety ON into the stock the hammer must be cocked prior to insertion When fully seated swing the trigger guard fully into place until it locks shut An audible click will be heard when it is correctly locked Cycle the slide handle and safety a few times to be certain the components are correctly assembled Put the safety back ON Q Reinsert an empty magazine and fully withdraw slide The bolt should lock open automatically GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF FIBERGLASS HANDGUARD MAKE CERTAIN THE RIFLE CONTAINS NO CARTRIDGES AND THAT IT IS POINTING IN A SAFE DIRECTION DI Remove the magazine Leave the slide in the forward position DI With the rifle flat on its side apply substantial thumb pressure with both thumbs to the projecting underside of the handguard in the area of the retaining spring The spring is located underneath the circular projection on the top of the handguard The pressure should be applied so as to raise the rear portion of the handguard first 4 To replace the handguard put the forward end of the handguard under the top portion of the gas block as far forward as possible and squeeze the handguard down over the barrel MAGAZINE INSPECTION AND CARE Check the magazine frequently The follower
36. ers 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 unloading No person should O handle any firearm without first AND AL CAREFULLY I having thoroughly familiarized ee n himself with the particular type of firearm he is using and with safe sun handling in general 2 ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A 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 a safe direction A safe direction means a direction which will not permit a discharged bullet to strike a person or to strike an object from which the bullet may ricochet 55 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
37. es contact with the recoil pad HARMONIC DAMPENER ADJUSTMENT Target Model Mini 14 Only The harmonic dampener is adjustable to maximize accuracy for a particular bullet weight or load you are using You should experiment with different harmonic dampener positions to determine the optimum position for your choice of ammunition The four harmonic dampener attachment screws attach the dampener to the barrel and engage helical grooves on the barrel To adjust the harmonic dampener loosen all four screws 1 2 turn which will allow you to rotate the harmonic dampener and move it up and down the barrel Rotate the harmonic dampener counter clockwise to move it toward the muzzle see Figure 19 Rotate the harmonic dampener clockwise to move it away from the muzzle toward the receiver see Figure 20 Direction of dampener adjustment Direction of dampener adjustment Figure 20 Rotating the harmonic dampener Rotating the harmonic dampener counter clockwise moves it toward clockwise moves it toward the the muzzle receiver 35 HARMONIC DAMPENER MAINTENANCE Target Model Mini 14 Only Periodic tightening of the 4 harmonic dampener attachment screws is required for continued accuracy We recommended tightening the screws before each shooting session Periodic tightening with extensive firing in a single session i e every 100 rounds fired also is recommended WARNING IMPROPER REMOVAL OF HARMONIC DAMPENER CAN CAUSE DAMPENER TO
38. et Screw turn it counter clockwise using a 5 64 hex wrench on the side that matches the direction of intended aperture travel right side first to move aperture right left side first to move aperture left See Figures 16A and 16B Full turns are not required and any portion of a turn is acceptable One complete rotation of the hex screw will move the point of impact approximately 5 inches at 100 yards DI Tighten the opposite Windage Adjustment and Locking Set Screw See Figures 16A and 16B The aperture will be pushed and locked up against the screw that was adjusted in Step 1 To Move Bullet Impact To Right Move the Aperture to the Right Windage Adjustement and Locking Set Screw Figure 16A one on each side To Move Bullet Impact To Left Move the Aperture to the Left Figure 16B 33 ELEVATION ADJUSTMENT Loosen one of the Combination Windage Adjustment and Locking Screws one full turn either one is fine however loosen only one so that the original windage adjustment is maintained DI Adjust the aperture by rotating it in half turn increments Rotating the aperture clockwise will move the aperture down and therefore the point of impact down as well Rotating the aperture counter clockwise will move the aperture up and therefore the point of impact up See Figures 17A and 17B Rotating the aperture a single half turn 180 degrees will move the point of impact approximately 1 25 i
39. fle is now reassembled and can be loaded and fired normally 30 A WARNING STORAGE 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 While the rifle is less likely to be used by unauthorized persons when disassembled in the above manner it is always safest to store a firearm with the supplied locking device correctly installed or to store the firearm in a gun safe or other secure location away from children and unauthorized adults Guns should always be stored securely unloaded and separate from their ammunition 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 a 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
40. fore loading or unloading the rifle and should be kept ON at all times except when actually firing qy SAFETY ON SAFETY OFF ready to fire Figure 2 A 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 unless it is completely ON Never depend on a safety mechanism or any other mechanical device to justify careless handling or permitting the rifle to point in an unsafe n Pad 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 10 THE BOLT LOCK The Mini 14 Ranch Rifle is designed so that the bolt remains open after the last shot has been fired provided there is a magazine in the rifle When the magazine is empty the magazine follower actuates the bolt lock which is designed to retain the bolt and slide in their rearward position WARNING The bolt lock is not a safety device It should not be used to hold the bolt back when there are cartridges in the magazine A slight jar to the butt end of the rifle will cause the bolt lock to disengage and to feed a cartridge into the chamber The bolt lock should be relied on only to hold the bolt in its rearward position when the chamber is empty and an empty magazine is in place The only purpose of the bolt lock is for convenience in the r
41. g and heeding 1 When firing a bullet may become lodged in the bore if the cartridge contains no powder or the powder fails to ignite and only the primer charge ignites producing insufficient force to propel the bullet out of the bore 2 A bullet may also become lodged in the bore when extracting a cartridge from the chamber unloading If the bullet is not crimped tightly enough in the cartridge case the bullet may stick in the bore with only the case being extracted Experience indicates that the two conditions described above occur most frequently with reloaded ammunition When either of the above described 1 or 2 situations occurs proceed as follows with the rifle pointing in a safe direction a Ifthe rifle is cocked move the safety to the ON position b Remove the magazine from the rifle 20 c Retract the slide handle and lock it in the open position by pressing in the bolt lock plunger in the top of the receiver Retracting the slide handle should remove the cartridge case Be certain the safety is in the ON position d Check the chamber to be certain there is no cartridge case in it if there is extract it before proceeding with steps e and f e After making sure that the rifle is unloaded inspect the bore from the muzzle end of the barrel If the bore is obstructed insert a proper size cleaning rod without a tip or brush into the bore from the muzzle and dislodge and remove the bu
42. h on receiver Pull the locking projection through the disassembly notch and rotate the slide upward and out of the receiver See Fig 12 Disassembly Notch Figure 12 8 The bolt lock cover plate can be removed by tapping downward with a soft metal punch at point a see Fig 13 With cover plate removed depress bolt lock plunger b which will allow the bolt stop c to be lifted out 9 Pull the bolt forward until it can be pivoted up and out of receiver Align firing pin projection with slot in lower receiver bridge and remove bolt from receiver see Fig 14 NOTE It may be necessary to wiggle the bolt to obtain proper alisnment of the firing pin projection and slot and remove the bolt Removal of the bolt stop assembly is not normally required for routine cleaning Figure 14 NOTE The Mini 14 and the Mini Thirty rifles are like the M1 Garand and many other types of autoloading rifles in that the hammer can fall if the trigger is pulled when the bolt is partially retracted It is important for the shooter to realize that the firing pin cannot contact the cartridge until the bolt is safely locked regardless of the position of the slide Removal of the gas block assembly is not necessary and is not advisable The gas block assembly is factory fitted using special fixtures and torque tools Attempting to fit the gas block assembly without the required special equipment can resu
43. h the hammer and sear and permits the slide to be cycled with the safety ON A bolt lock mechanism is provided for 8 convenience in holding the bolt open for loading and inspection The firing pin is retracted mechanically as the bolt starts to unlock and the rifle will fire only when the bolt is locked On Ranch rifles so equipped the one piece American hardwood stock is reinforced with steel liners in stressed and high temperature areas The handguard and forearm are separated from the barrel by an air space to promote cooling The All Weather model features a synthetic stock and stainless steel construction NOMENCLATURE BOLT LOCK PLUNGER HANDGUARD BOLT REAR SIGHT SLIDE HANDLE SAFETY SHOWN ON ADJUSTABLE HARMONIC DAMPENER MAGAZINE LATCH MAGAZINE TRIGGER GUARD TRIGGER Figure 1 In these illustrations the frequently used operating components are identified Note that the safety is rearward of the forward edge of the trigger guard and is therefore in its ON safe position OPERATION OF SAFETY The manual safety mechanism is located forward of the trigger for convenient operation and is ON when in its fully rearward position intruding into the trigger guard See Fig 2 The safety can be moved to ON extreme rearward position only when the hammer is cocked When the safety is ON it blocks both the hammer and sear The safety should always be placed ON be
44. he gun and magazine are not at fault and that the jam was caused by the type of cartridge being used then try another type 6 If the above procedures do not result in a smooth and reliable feeding firearm don t use the gun until it feeds cartridges smoothly and reliably The rifle should be returned directly to our Newport Product Service Department for repair See the Service and Parts section p 37 for packing and shipping information Another precaution Form the habit of examining fired cartridge cases from time to time If fired cases have bulged heads or show splits on any part of the case stop using that ammunition and return the rifle to the factory for inspection See page 37 7 If a cartridge or shell is caught between the bolt and receiver put the safety ON retract the slide and lock it in the open position Remove the magazine then remove the jammed case 8 If a fired case is in the chamber use a cleaning rod to knock it out 9 If an unfired cartridge is stuck in the chamber remove it from the breech end rather than trying to dislodge it with a cleaning rod inserted from the muzzle Use a piece of 3 16 brass rod which has one end shaped like a screwdriver tip Insert the tip in the extractor groove of the cartridge use the face of the receiver ring as a fulcrum and carefully pry out the cartridge Be careful not to strike the primer area of the live cartridge Vigorously brush clean the chamber with so
45. ing a cartridge experience a failure to extract have a misfire or the rifle does not make a normal loud report on firing RELOADERS SHOULD USE ONLY CANNELURED BULLETS AND BE SURE TO CRIMP THEM SECURELY IN THE CARTRIDGE CASE NOTE Sturm Ruger amp Co specifically does not recommend the use of reloaded hand loaded or remanufactured cartridges Please see Ammunition Notice p 12 TO CLEAR A MALFUNCTION JAM Before doing something study the situation to determine the nature of the jam and how best to clear it Any autoloading firearm may occasionally malfunction If it does 1 Be certain the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction and the safety is ON 21 2 When attempting to free a jammed cartridge do not use any type of tool that is likely to act as a firing pin and discharge the cartridge should the tool impact on the primer Never use a cartridge as a tool 3 After clearing a jam inspect the sun mechanism to determine if dirt or debris might be the cause of the problem Excess lubricant or grease can cause cartridges to feed sluggishly An accumulation of grease dirt or powder grains in the magazine can contribute to cartridge feeding problems 4 After clearing a jam inspect all cartridges that have been removed from the gun Safely dispose of any cartridges which are dented or nicked or have bullets that are loose or improperly positioned in the cartridge case 5 If it appears that t
46. it may have been exposed to humid conditions which could cause condensation or to rain or snow which might have entered the bore open the bolt and clean out the barrel Inspect the bore visually to be sure that it is perfectly clear See Warning Ammunition p 12 and Care and Cleaning section p 29 AX WARNING BORE OBSTRUCTIONS Before loading or shooting your Mini 14 Ranch or Mini Thirty Rifle be certain the bore is unobstructed Firing the rifle with any obstruction in the bore may result in severe damage to the rifle and serious injury to the shooter and other persons nearby A MISFIRE or unusual report sound upon firing is always a signal to cease firing immediately and after waiting for one minute examine the chamber and bore of the firearm It is not sufficient to retract the slide handle and examine the chamber You must remove the magazine clear the chamber lock the bolt open and inspect the bore visually and with a rod if necessary to be certain it is completely clear of any obstruction Failure to detect and correctly remove a bore obstruction can result in serious injury to the shooter and bystanders and damage to the firearm DO NOT SHOOT OUT A BORE OBSTRUCTION A gun user should recognize that a lodged bullet is a fairly common form of bore obstruction Therefore the following information on how a bullet may become lodged in the bore and how it should be removed deserves most careful readin
47. large inverted triangular protection on the cover plate goes on the outside of the rifle 2 Reinstalling remaining parts of barrel receiver group a Q Ca Retract bolt Replace operating slide by angling the handle portion upward between the handguard and receiver ring then lower the slide so that the cam track on the inside of the rod fits over the roller on the right locking lug of the bolt and the tab adjacent to the slide handle goes into its track on the right side of the receiver Push operating rod fully forward Be sure that the gas piston fits into the hole in the front of the slide Replace buffer bushing open end goes toward front and cross pin The cross pin must be below flush with both sides of its hole Be sure pin stays in place for next step Hold action upside down as shown in Figure 11b p 25 Carefully insert recoil spring into hole in rear of slide and compress the recoil spring until the end of the buffer guide rod can be reinserted into the buffer bushing the projection on the guide rod should be between the buffer bushing cross pin and the barrel CAUTION The recoil spring will be strongly compressed during this step and can fly out with considerable force possibly resulting in injury Keep it under your control and proceed with care 3 Final reassembly of rifle a Replace stock by inserting its front end into the gas block at a slight angle When the stock is correctly seat
48. llet If the bullet does not readily dislodge it may be necessary to lightly tap the handle end of the cleaning rod If such efforts fail to dislodge the bullet take the rifle to a gunsmith DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE A LODGED BULLET USING A BLANK CARTRIDGE OR A CARTRIDGE FROM WHICH THE BULLET HAS BEEN REMOVED OR BY ANY MEANS OTHER THAN THE USE OF THE PROPER SIZE CLEANING ROD AND REASONABLE FORCE APPLIED TO THE ROD BE CERTAIN ALL LOOSE POWDER HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE BORE AND ACTION BEFORE INTRODUCING THE ROD INTO THE BORE NEVER TRY TO SHOOT OUT A BORE OBSTRUCTION See Warning Bore Obstructions p 20 f Reinspect the bore to be certain it is free of unburned powder particles or any other debris At the same time clean the magazine the magazine well and other areas of the mechanism of unburned powder grains It is absolutely essential that steps a through f be followed if there is any suspicion that a bullet has been lodged in the bore because of the situations described in 1 or 2 above Remember that a bullet can be lodged in the bore of a rifle just where the rifling begins and a live cartridge can still be chambered and the bolt closed and locked This can occur because the bullet in the chambered cartridge is pushed back into the cartridge case far enough to give the shooter the impression that the loaded cartridge has chambered normally Always check the bore for an obstruction if you experience difficulty in chamber
49. lt in damage to the components and malfunctioning of the rifle 26 Further disassembly of the RUGER MINI 14 RANCH or MINI THIRTY RIFLES is not required for normal cleaning purposes and should only be performed by a trained armorer who is experienced in firearms repair REASSEMBLY Again Be Sure Rifle and Magazine are Completely Unloaded 1 Reassembly of bolt into receiver a Bolt can be reinserted by holding it at approximately a 45 angle to the receiver with the rear end of the bolt angling downward Insert the tail of the firing pin through the slot in the receiver bridge and wiggle the bolt until its rear end moves back into the receiver Then push it forward to its closed and locked position It should rotate and move freely into place If you have removed the bolt stop step 9 p 26 reinsert the bolt lock plunger and spring into its hole in the top of the receiver Depress the plunger until the rectangular cut in its side lines up with the round hole seen inside the receiver on the left side CAUTION Plunger will now be under spring tension and could cause injury if suddenly released While holding the plunger against its spring in this position insert the bolt stop until its rectangular tab goes into the rectangular cut on the bolt lock plunger Sliding the bolt lock cover plate upward prying it upward slightly with a screwdriver if necessary completes reassembly of the bolt lock Note that the
50. lvent after clearing any jam involving the chamber TO MINIMIZE MALFUNCTIONS JAMS Autoloading firearms of all makes and types occasionally malfunction when a cartridge fails to feed from the magazine to the chamber or when a cartridge or fired case fails to properly extract and eject To minimize the possibility of such occurrences the gun user should 1 Use ammunition of the correct caliber and type which is loaded to Industry Specifications Avoid reloads remanufactured cartridges and cartridges that are dirty corroded or deformed See Warning Ammunition p 12 2 Clean and lubricate the gun in accordance with the instructions in this manual 22 3 If the mechanism shows signs of not functioning correctly or if a part is damaged or broken don t use the gun Have it inspected and repaired See Warning Malfuntions below 4 Use only genuine Ruger Mini 14 Ranch Rifle magazines and carefully load the magazine Do not exceed the stated magazine capacity See Loading the Magazine p 14 5 Do not ride the slide handle when chambering a cartridge from the magazine The slide should be drawn fully to the rear and then be permitted to snap forward under the full force of the recoil spring If a cartridge does not fully chamber do not pound on the slide handle to force the bolt closed Rather retract the slide eject the cartridge and determine the cause of the problem Se
51. models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC Ot Key No 10 11 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 Part Name Slide Assembly Bolt Assembly Includes Key Nos 11 15 Extractor Firing Pin Bolt Extractor Plunger Extractor Spring Buffer Cross Pin Buffer Bushing Buffer Guide Rod Slide Spring Rear Sight Assembly Complete Includes Key Nos 20 23 Rear Sight Base Part No MS23707 KMS23707 KMS23708 MS11008 KMS11008 MS01400 KMS01400 KMS01403 KMS01101 MS01008 KMS01008 KMS01010 KMS01600 MS01500 MS06610 KMS06610 MS04010 KMS04010 MS03901 KMS03901 KMS05101 MS25504 MS05504 KMS03210 Model Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC Mini 14 Ranch blued model Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC All Mini 14 Ranch models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch models All Mini 14 Ranch models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models LV Key No 21 22 24 29 26 27 28 29 32 34 35 Part Name Rear Sight Dovetail Slide Rear Sight Windage
52. must move freely and have adequate spring tension so that each cartridge is quickly raised to the feeding position To test the spring tension load one cartridge into the magazine and then firmly press against 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 spring tension do not use the magazine NOTE After testing remove the test cartridge When cleaning is necessary use a solvent that will not rust the metal components or adversely affect the plastic magazine bottom The magazine may be disassembled by placing a small screwdriver through the hole located in the magazine bottom and depressing the magazine bottom retainer Carefully use the screwdriver to push the magazine bottom rearward as you push down on the spring loaded bottom retainer After the magazine bottom has been slid rearward off the magazine shell carefully raise the rear end of the bottom retainer so that its two small lugs can be slid out the rear of the magazine and carefully remove the bottom retainer CAUTION It is under spring tension from the magazine spring The magazine spring and follower may now be removed from the bottom of the magazine shell completing its disassembly After the magazine has been soaked in solvent to loosen foreign matter be certain to shake it vigorously with the loading opening away from yo
53. nce to the lug the mounting can be correctly assembled with the front of the ring toward the muzzle of the rifle 1 Disassemble one ring and reassemble over the scope body between the turret and the eyepiece Remember the lug on the base should be on the front side of the scope 2 Install the four top screws Do not tighten 3 Disassemble the other ring and install it on the forward section of the scope tube with the lug forwardly also Install the four top screws Again do not tighten 4 Assemble the rings to the receiver with the lugs engaging the recesses in the top surface of the receiver Tighten the clamp nuts so that the rings are locked to the semicircular cuts on the sides of the receiver 5 Rotate the scope until cross hairs are aligned properly and slide scope to desired eye relief Then tighten the eight top screw each a bit at a time to grip the scope body 6 Sight in according to the directions with your scope SIGHT ADJUSTMENT These Instructions Do Not Apply to the Target Model Mini 14 Shooting to determine the setting of the elevation slide aperture should be done from a bench rest and over a measured distance SUGGESTED SIGHT PICTURE The front sight is aligned in the center of the rear sight aperture peep and the target bull s eye is positioned to appear as if it is sitting on top of the front sight 32 WINDAGE ADJUSTMENT Loosen the Combination Windage Adjustment and Locking S
54. nches at 100 yards 3 Tighten the Combination Windage Adjustment and Locking Screw that was loosened in Step One See Figures 17A and 17B The Aperture will move against the other screw and will be aligned to the half turn position WARNING DO NOT TIGHTEN THE COMBINATION WINDAGE AND LOCKING SCREW WITH THE APERTURE NOT IN THE HALF TURN POSITION AS THIS WILL DAMAGE THREADS OF THE APERTURE To Move Bullet Impact Up Move the Aperture Up Figure 17A Figure 17B LENGTH OF PULL ADJUSTMENT Target Model Mini 14 Only Each Target Model Mini 14 Ranch Rifle comes from the factory with three 1 2 spacers one installed on the rifle and two packaged separately that allow you to adjust the length of pull from 14 to 15 1 2 in one half inch increments As shipped from the factory with a single spacer installed the length of pull is set at 14 1 2 To adjust the length of pull simply add or remove spacers as desired To add or remove spacers use the allen wrench supplied with the rifle to remove the recoil pad screws affixing the recoil pad to the stock See Recoil Pad Figure 18 Add by stacking or remove spacers to achieve the desired J Recoil Pad length of pull Now reattach the Screws 2 recoil pad by installing the recoil pad screws using the allen wrench Be careful not to overtighten the screws which should just be snugged in place by turning the screws an additional 1 2 turn after the screw mak
55. nless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty Synthetic Stock model All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models 8r Key No 42 43 44 45 46 Part Name Hammer Strut Assembly Includes Key Nos 42 43 Hammer Strut Hammer Spring Rear Magazine Latch Magazine Latch Spring Magazine Latch Pivot Pin Stock Assembly Includes Key Nos 47 49 Stock Wood Butt Pad Butt Pad Screw 2 Reqd Stock Reinforcement Lock Washer 2 Req d Stock Reinforcement Screw 2 Req d Stock Reinforcement Forearm Liner amp Stock Cap Assembly Handguard Assembly Part No MS01800A KMS1800A MS01800 KMS01800 KMS04700 MS03103 KMS03102 MS05000 KMS05000 MS01200 KMS01200 MS10402 MS00402 D06304 D 84 MS08000 MS06900 KMS06900 MS20702 KMS20702 MS02200 KMS02200 MFH Model Mini Thirty blued model Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty Wood Stock model All Mini Thirty Wood Stock models All Mini Thirty Wood Stock models All Mini Thirty Woo
56. o the firearm Store your firearm responsibly Massachusetts WARNING FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS ATTORNEY GENERAL 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 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 A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR New York Citv THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCK IS ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE FIREARM STORAGE FOR INCREASED SAFETY FIREARMS SHOULD BE STORED UNLOADED AND LOCKED INA LOCATION THAT IS BO
57. 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 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 31 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 ATTACHING RUGER SCOPE RINGS Each Ruger telescope ring is a mated assembly of a top and a base Do not mix the parts of the two ring assemblies as they are not interchangeable On the underside of each mounting ring assembly there is an integral lug located off center with respect to the front and back sides of the mount The lug is nearer to the front surface By refere
58. re To Unload step 3 p 18 When the slide handle is operated 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 slide handle not being pulled rearward vigorously From the foregoing it is clear that the gun user must Always visually check the chamber and the breech face after opening the slide to eject a chambered cartridge If the slide is not vigorously retracted the extracted cartridge can be ejected into the magazine area or remain held to the breech face by the extractor 2 Thoroughly clean the chamber and the extractor as often as necessary If an empty magazine is in the rifle when the slide handle is being retracted to extract a cartridge the cartridge may drop on top of the magazine or remain held to the breech face by the extractor Then when the slide goes forward the cartridge will be chambered again REMEMBER always remove the magazine before clearing the chamber and visually check to ensure that no cartridges remain in the gun TO REMOVE A BORE OBSTRUCTION Rifles like the Mini 14 Ranch and Mini Thirty Rifles are particularly susceptible to damage from firing when the bore is obstructed Excess oil Srease water or raindrops may form an obstruction which could cause damage and injury If you suspect that your rifle may have excess oil grease or cosmoline in the barrel or 19 if
59. re and Cleaning ga sac6 s o4 006i48d5sedens Cdn eda ekke eee ea 29 UV 30 Maintenance of Stainless Steel Rifles 0 0 ccc LL 31 Attaching Ruger Scope Rings 0 0 ccc cc cece eee eee eee 32 Sight Adjustment ENE EE EN EN 32 Length of Pull Adjustment Target Model 0 0 0 ccc eee eee eee 35 Harmonic Dampner Adjustment Target Model 35 Harmonic Dampner Maintenance Target Model 36 Harmonic Dampner Removal amp Installation Target Model 36 Service and Parts Policy 0 ccc cc eee eee eee eee 37 Shipping Firearms for Repair 0 cc cece ccc eee ee eee tenes 37 Ordering Parts sirenetta iaia 38 Parts List Mini 14 Ranch pc sansseranesa ene evasi 39 Parts Drawing Mini 14 Ranch 0 0 0 ccc ccc cee eens 4A Parts List Mim Thirty cesti dere ae ian 45 Parts Drawing Mini Thirty 0 0 0 cc ccc ccc eee eee eee eee 50 Parts List Target Model Mini 14 Ranch 0 0 ccc ce eee eee ees 51 Parts Drawing Target Model Mini 14 Ranch 2 0 00 cece eens 53 Parts Drawing amp List for Synthetic Stock Mini 14 Ranch amp Mini Thirty 54 The Basic Rules of Safe Firearms Handling 0 cc ccc eee eee 55 Warranty Information LL 60 RUGER Mini 14 and Mini Thirty are registered U S trademarks 7 WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE ARE FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES
60. rom 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 a criminal disregard for the safety of others A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY ACHIEVEMENT RUGER FIREARMS Sturm Ruger amp Company Inc had its beginning in a small machine shop occupying a 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 a 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
61. rty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models LY Key No D 28 29 32 34 35 36 sii 38 39 41 Part Name Cover Plate Rear Sight Attachment Screw Trigger Bushing Secondary Sear Trigger Secondary Sear Spring Trigger Spring Safety Assembly Safety Spring Retainer Pin Trigger Housing Safety Detent Spring Trigger Pivot Pin Hammer Pivot Pin Hammer Trigger Guard Part No MS06700 KMS06700 MS05711 MS04300 KMS04300 MS02300 KMS02300 MS02000 KMS02000 KMS02400 KMS04800 MS13800A KMS13800A MS06200 KMS06200 P01300 KP01300 KMS01301 KMS04900 MS02100 KMS02100 MS01900 KMS01900 KMS01700 MS00200 KMS00200 Model Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models All Mini Thirty models All Mini Thirty models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stainless models Mini Thirty blued models Mini Thirty stai
62. 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 e While locking devices are an 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 is for use with RUGER MINI 14 RANCH and MINI THIRTY 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 is completely unloaded and contains 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 Apply the lock by placing the shackle of the lock into your Ruger RUGER MINI 14 RANCH or MINI THIRTY RIFLE as shown below Close the lock by
63. t 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 6 Key No PARTS LIST See Exploded Views on Page 44 Part Name Part No Barrel Specify Model amp Serial Number 0M8001 K0M8001 K0M8020 Receiver MS00112 KMS00112 KMS00120 Front Sight MS04402 Front Sight Cross Pin MA07201 Gas Block Top amp Bottom 2 pieces MS03500 KMS03500 KMS03503 Sling Swivel Front MS07500 KMS07500 Gas Block Screw 4 req d MS06500 KMS06500 Gas Pipe MS03600 KMS03600 Gas Port Bushing KMS02500 KMS02503 RUGER MINI 14 RANCH RIFLE Design prices and specifications subject to change without notice SPECIFY MODEL amp SERIAL NUMBER WHEN ORDERING Model Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC All Mini 14 Ranch models All Mini 14 Ranch models Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch cal 6 8 SPC Mini 14 Ranch blued models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch stainless models Mini 14 Ranch blued model Mini 14 Ranch stainless models All Mini 14 Ranch
64. the bolt lock will automatically engage and hold the bolt and slide in the rearward open position CAUTION Autoloading firearms have reciprocating bolts and slides Do not position your fingers or face so these components can strike you when the gun is fired R WARNING HANDLING If dropped or struck with the safety off the rifle may fire ua Keep chamber empty unless actually firing Keep safety on unless actually firing ANY GUN MAY FIRE IF DROPPED 16 A WARNING SUSTAINED FIRING The Mini 14 Ranch rifle fires from a closed bolt Sustained firing can create excessive heat in the barrel and can cause cook off of ammunition heat firing of the cartridge in the chamber This cook off can occur a substantial period of time after firing has ceased Always unload the firearm immediately after you have finished shooting HOT BARREL CAN COOK OFF FIRE CARTRIDGE IN CHAMBER TO LOAD AND FIRE WITHOUT MAGAZINE The rifle can be used as a single shot rifle in the absence of a magazine or for safety or training purposes To do so follow step 1 p 15 Then manually load a cartridge into the chamber and follow steps 5 and 6 p 15 disregarding the magazine Note that the bolt will not automatically lock open after the cartridge is fired and automatically ejected Engage the safety between shots AX WARNING UNLOADING So that the rifle can be used as a single loader it
65. u to remove solvent or residue from within the magazine 28 Reassembly of the magazine can be accomplished by hooking the magazine spring into the hole in the magazine follower from the right side Reinsert this assembly upwards into the magazine shell Carefully compress the spring and slide the bottom retainer on from the rear Finally press the bottom retainer downward and slide the magazine bottom on from the rear Magazine Shell Figure 15 Exploded view of the re 223 Rem Mini 14 Ranch Rifle magazine components This SS illustration is included to show the CAS e relationship and names of the i a magazine components Magazine Botiom Retainer Magazine Bottom CARE AND CLEANING BEFORE CLEANING BE CERTAIN THE RIFLE AND ITS MAGAZINE CONTAIN NO CARTRIDGES At regular intervals or whenever the rifle has been exposed to sand dust extreme humidity condensation immersion in water 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 l di Disassemble field strip the rifle to the extent described on pages 24 26 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
66. will fire whether or not a 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 on safe position when loading or unloading the rifle GUN WILL FIRE WITH MAGAZINE OUT TO UNLOAD WARNING 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 the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times and keep the fingers outside the trigger guard Move the safety to the ON position 17 DI DI Remove the magazine REMEMBER that even though the magazine has been removed a cartridge remaining in the chamber can still be fired Pull the slide handle all the way to the rear extracting and ejecting the cartridge in the chamber When the bolt is fully retracted push down on the bolt lock plunger and then allow the slide to move forward until it comes to rest against the bolt stop 4 Always visually double check the chamber to be certain it is empty Ol The only safe rifle is one in which the bolt is open and the chamber and magazine are empty CORRECT UNLOADING SEQUENCE Standard Mini 14 Ranch Model Shown 18 TO RELOAD THE RIFLE 1 Firing all cartridges in the magazine and the chamber will
67. 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 srowth 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 conservation 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 59 WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS

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