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1. Turn the screw clockwise as viewed from the top of the rifle to increase the trigger pull force required A trigger adjustment tool is provided with the T C Dimension rifle FIGURE 29 Turn the adjustment screw counter clockwise to decrease the trigger pull force required After each adjustment with the chamber empty and the rifle pointed in a safe direction dry fire the rifle until the desired pull is achieved Do not attempt any other trigger adjustments When turning the adjustment screw once resistance is met do not force the screw to turn further in either direction DRY FIRING NOTE Be certain that the chamber is unloaded and the magazine is removed from the rifle Keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction The Thompson Center Dimension rifle can be dry fired without damage to the firing pin or other components To dry fire cock the rifle by lifting the bolt handle fully and returning it to the closed position and then pulling the trigger NOTE REGARDING STOCK FINISH NAD CLEANING To help ensure that the ARMORSOFT coating on your Thompson Center Dimension rifle stock remains in good shape we suggest removing the stock from the barreled receiver when using bore solvents CAUTION Do not allow the following solvents to come in contact with the ARMORSOFTO coating as damage may occur Gunscrubber T17 foaming bore solvent Acetone cosmetic damage to the finish will result If you have further questions pleas2. ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION ENSURE THAT THE CHAMBER IS EMPTY Open the bolt and ensure that the chamber is empty FIGURE 21 SAFETY IN FULLY REARWARD Set safety lever to the SAFE POSITION SAFE position FIGURE 22 Press the magazine latch rearward and remove the magazine FIGURES 23 amp 24 MAGAZINE LATCH LOCATION PRESS MAGAZINE LATCH REARWARD AND CATCH MAGAZINE AS IT FALLS OUT FIGURE 24 DISASSEMBLY FIELD STRIPPING WARNING ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A A SAFE DIRECTION WARNING NEVER DO ANYTHING BEYOND WHAT YOU ARE SPECIFICALLY INSTRUCTED TO DO IN THIS MANUAL NEVER ALTER OR MODIFY THE PARTS IN YOUR FIREARM WARNING WEAR SAFETY GLASSES EVERY TIME YOU ASSEMBLE OR DISASSEMBLE YOUR FIREARM ANY OF THE PARTS OF YOUR FIREARM UNLESS THIS WORK IS PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED GUN SMITH USING GENUINE THOMPSON CENTER PARTS IF YOU DO OTHERWISE IMPROPER FUNCTIONING MAY OCCUR AND SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT WARNING DO NOT ALTER MODIFY OR REPLACE FIELD STRIPPING FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLEANING Lift the bolt handle and draw the bolt fully to the rear Place the safety lever in the SAFE position Check through the ejection port to confirm that the chamber and magazine are both empty Remove the magazine from the rifle HOLD BOLT STOP IN At this point press the bolt stop in as shown FIGURE 25 Continue to hold the bolt stop depressed whi
3. Set safety lever to the SAFE position FIGURE 65 Remove the magazine from the rifle FIGURES 66 amp 67 Loosen the two stock bolts one behind the trigger guard and one in front of the maga zine well using the hex wrench end of the torque wrench tool FIGURE 68 32 CHANGING A STOCK CONT D Note The stock bolts are designed to remain captive in the stock and do not come completely out Once the stock bolts are fully loosened the barrel receiver Remove Stock assembly is free to be Bolts removed from the stock In re assembling a new combi nation of parts to match the task at hand each piece of the correct combination of parts 223 FIGURE 68 will have a letter marking that indicates that it is to be used with similarly marked compo Note Letter Marking nents The stock and the on interchangeable receiver are the same for all parts calibers The bolt magazine magazine adapter and barrel will be marked with an A B etc Make certain that the correct magazine adapter FIGURE 69 is present in the stock to match the magazine that the rifle is being converted to Align the replacement stock with the bolt holes in the receiver and tighten the stock bolts using the torque wrench tool The front bolt should always be tightened first When the wrench clicks the correct torque has been applied to the stock bolts DIMENSION STOCK SPACER WARNING ALWAYS Stock space
4. amp THOMPSON CENTER Safety amp Instruction Manual T C Dimension Bolt Action Rifle This Manual is for both right hand amp left hand models The instructions are written for the right hand version The left hand version is simply a mirror image and the instructions are basically the same Read the instructions and warnings in this manual CAREFULLY BEFORE using this firearm THOMPSON CENTER ARMS 2100 Roosevelt Avenue Springfield MA 01104 Toll Free Phone 866 730 1614 www icarms com Copyright 2012 Thompson Center Arms All rights reserved WARNING A READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CAREFULLY BE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARN INGS BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM FAILURE TO READ THESE INSTRUC TIONS AND TO FOLLOW THESE WARN INGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND OTHERS AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY This SAFETY amp INSTRUCTION MANUAL should always accompany this firearm and be transferred with it upon change of ownership or when the firearm is presented to another person Always keep your firearm pointed in a safe direction Never point a firearm at anything you do not intend to shoot If you don t
5. takedown torque wrench as shown into the hole marked L in the v block wrench FIGURE 46 making sure that the gear teeth mesh fully before applying lever age 28 Loosen Stock Bolts With Wrench Spin bolts free with takedown wrench Note Letter Marking Install V block Wrench into threaded hole of receiver m Use Hole Marked 66 L to loosen barrel nut FIGURE 46 CHANGING A BARREL CONT D Pull the handles of the tools together to loosen the barrel nut FIGURES 47 amp 48 After initially loosening the barrel nut remove the wrenches by first loosening the v block tool to relieve tension against the barrel nut and finish unscrewing the barrel nut by hand Remove the barrel from the receiver Note If a bridge type scope mount base is installed the rear scope mount bolt must be removed and the v block take down tool have to be removed because the barrel has to be pulled forward progressively as the nut is loosened as the barrel nut butts up against the bridge FIGURE 48 type mount as it is removed see page 34 for details CARTRIDGE DESIGNATION ON BARREL TO INSTALL A BARREL Locate the cartridge designation marked on the barrel This infor mation indicates the correct ammunition that must be used in this firearm FIGURE 49 Step 6 For barrels without a bridge type scope mount Install new barrel onto receiver Barrel Alignment Pin taking care to align th
6. 7 251 964 7 254 913 7 878 102 7 828 500 7 810 269 7 866 077 7 886 475 7 716 864 7 861 450 7 900 389 7 886 469 6 161 322 6 493 977 6 622 411 6 357 157 6 574 898 6 393 751 6 374 526 6 145 235 6 604 311 6 219 951 6 532 692 5 907 920 5 639 981 5 782 030 5 680 722 5 615 507 7 140 138 7 257 917 7 621 064 7 814 694 7 954 269 7 743 544 7 793 455 7 774 971 7 908 781 7 735 252 7 950 177 39 T C Mailing Address for questions amp comments Thompson Center Arms 2100 Roosevelt Avenue Springfield MA 01104 T C Shipping Address for repairs or warranty work Thompson Center Arms ATTN Repair Department 2100 Roosevelt Avenue Springfield MA 01104 Web Address www tcarms com Customer Service Phone Toll Free 866 730 1614 00084005 REV T C DIMENSION 011512 40
7. TO FOLLOW THESE FIREARM A SAFETY REQUIREMENTS WILL CAUSE SERIOUS PER SONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS ALWAYS TREAT ALL FIREARMS AS IF THEY ARE LOADED ALWAYS BE SURE THAT ALL CYLINDERS AND ACTIONS OF FIREARMS ARE OPEN THAT CHAMBER S ARE CLEAR OF CARTRIDGES OR SHELLS MAGAZINES ARE REMOVED OR UNLOADED AND THAT FIREARMS ARE POINTING IN A SAFE DIRECTION ALWAYS WEAR ADEQUATE AND PROPER EAR PROTEC TORS SPECIFIED FOR FIREARM USE to prevent perma nent damage to your hearing Make sure others who are near by are wearing ear protection as well ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES SPECIFIED FOR FIREARM USE whether indoors or out Safety glasses should protect your eyes from the firing flash and particles associated with the discharge of ammunition Failure to do so creates a risk of personal injury from particle or debris spitting or ricochets ALWAYS BE ALERT AND ALWAYS FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OF THE RANGE OFFICER Never shoot if you are tired cold or impaired in any way ALWAYS BE AWARE OF OTHER PEOPLE so that persons do not accidentally walk into the line of fire THE SHOOTER AND ALL OTHERS IN THE SHOOTING AREA MUST ALWAYS BE IN A POSITION THAT IS OUT OF THE LINE OF FIRE and are not within an area where they may be struck by a ricochet or particles spitting from a firearm or by ejected cases from some types of firearms NEVER SHOOT AT SURFACES THAT MAY CAUSE A RICOCHET Always select a place to shoot that has a s
8. a B and the 22 250 Rem reference for clarity COMPONENTS OF THE T C DIMENSION RIFLE Each bolt magazine magazine adapter and barrel has a letter code on it Parts of a correctly assembled rifle will have this same letter code on them The stock and receiver are common to all combinations Bolt has One receiver fits letter code Barrel has letter code Magazine adapter has a letter code One stock fits all Ea combinations Magazine has a letter code FIGURE 37 CHANGING A BARREL WARNING ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION UNLOADED BEFORE INSPECTING PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR MAINTENANCE ASSEMBLING OR DISASSEMBLING WARNING ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE FIREARM IS CAUTION THE USE OF TOOLS TO CHANGE PARTS ON YOUR T C DIMENSION COMES WITH THE RISK OF BEING PINCHED AS PARTS COME TOGETHER BE CAREFUL WHEN USING TOOLS TO PREVENT THIS POTENTIAL PROBLEM Note The modular nature of the T C Dimension design allows easy interchanging of barrels bolts stocks and scope mounts Each piece of the correct combination of four 4 interchangeable parts will have a letter marking A B C etc that indicates that it is to be used with components with the same mark TO REMOVE A BARREL NOTE The high comb of the stock prevents the bolt from coming straight out rearward The bolt handle must be tipped down to provide clearance in disassembly Step 1 Open the bolt and draw it fully rear wa
9. adverse conditions it must be cleaned and lubricated VENTILATED AREAS CLEANING FIREARMS OR HAN DLING AMMUNITION MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE TO LEAD AND OTHER SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS REPRODUCTIVE HARM AND OTHER SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURY HAVE ADEQUATE VENTILATION AT ALL TIMES WASH HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER EXPOSURE 23 WARNING DISCHARGING FIREARMS IN POORLY CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE CONT D Run a few patches saturated with good quality firearm cleaning solvent through the bore preferably from the chamber end to avoid damage to the rifling at the muzzle Use of a bronze bore brush may be required periodically More extensive cleaning especially after the T C Dimension has been subjected to rain or snow would include wiping all of the external metal surfaces with a dry cloth followed by a light coating of oil If the internal components require cleaning it is recommended that you return the firearm to Thompson Center s Service Department CAUTION Always follow the instructions provided with your firearm cleaner and firearm lubricant CAUTION Some cleaners can cause damage to your firearms You should avoid prolonged solvent immersion and prolonged ultrasonic cleaning of your firearm Choice of solvent should be restricted to those products specifically developed for firearms maintenance Damage to a firearm s finish may occur if these cautions are ignored Ammoniated solvents or other strong alkaline solvents sh
10. appropriately lettered bolt into receiver FIG URE 61 making certain to match the rest of the conversion parts using the same letter code Depress and hold the bolt stop in while installing the bolt Avoid Pinching Push the bolt fully forward into ek the receiver once the bolt engages the bolt stop track and the handle is in this position FIGURE 62 Picus ACT DEPRESS amp HOLD BOLT STOP WHILE INSTALLING BOLT Close the bolt fully by pushing it fully forward and then turning the bolt handle down Qe Install Bolt adf cure 62 CHANGING A BARREL CONT D Step 10 Insert the appropriately lettered magazine into position FIGURE 63 CHANGING A STOCK m aceon ENSURE THAT THE CHAMBER THE MUZZLE IS EMPTY POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION WARNING ALWAYS A ENSURE THAT THE FIREARM IS UNLOADED BEFORE INSPECTING PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR MAINTE NANCE ASSEMBLING OR PLACE SAFETY IN THE SAFE DISASSEMBLING POSITION THEN CLOSE BOLT Note The modular nature of the T C Dimension design allows easy interchangeability of bar rels bolts stocks and scope mounts Each interchangeable piece of the correct combination of parts will have a letter mark ing that indicates that it is to be used with similarly marked com ponents The stock and the receiver are the same for all cal ibers Open the bolt and ensure that the chamber is empty FIGURE 64
11. can lead to a burst car tridge which may cause damage to the firearm and personal injury or death Use only commercially manufactured ammunition with internal ballistic pressures which are in strict accordance with the specifi cations of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers Institute SAAMI If you are uncertain contact your ammunition supplier for verification 10 AMMUNITION CONT D OR HANDLOADED AMMUNITION WHICH HAS NOT BEEN SUBJECTED TO INTERNAL BALLISTIC PRES SURE TESTING RELOADED OR HANDLOADED AMMUNITION MAY HAVE MANY MANUFACTURING AND QUALITY VARI ABLES SUCH AS THE TYPE AND AMOUNT OF GUN POW DER ANY AMMUNITION THAT IS IMPROPERLY MANUFAC TURED EVEN IN THE SLIGHTEST DEGREE MAY FAIL TO FIRE OR MAY GENERATE EXCESSIVE INTERNAL PRES SURES WHICH CAN DAMAGE OR EVEN RUPTURE THE FIREARM CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO THE SHOOTER OR THOSE IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY WARNING NEVER USE NON STANDARD RELOADED A firearm and ammunition are a system and must work together There are different types of ammunition for different types of firearms Your firearm has been designed for ammunition of a spe cific type and a specific gauge or caliber It is important to select the proper ammunition for your firearm Different combinations of bullet velocity bullet weight and firearm weight can have major impact on felt recoil high felt recoil can be uncomfortable to some shooters OTHER THAN THOSE DESIGNAT
12. directions with considerable veloci ty Do not fire randomly into the sky NEVER CROSS OBSTACLES SUCH AS FENCES OR STREAMS WITH A LOADED FIREARM Always make cer tain your firearm is unloaded before crossing a fence climbing a tree jumping a ditch or negotiating other obstacles SAFE FIREARM HANDLING IS YOUR PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AT ALL TIMES Firearms are dangerous and can cause serious injury or death if they are misused or used inappropriately Safety must be the prime consideration of anyone who owns or handles firearms Accidents are the result of violating the rules of safe firearm handling and com mon sense Firearm safety training is available Contact your firearms dealer law enforcement agency local sportsman s club etc for availability YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FIREARM AT ALL TIMES In owning a firearm you must undertake full time responsibility for your firearm s safety and security You must protect yourself and all others against injury or death from misuse of the firearm 24 hours a day FIREARM SECURITY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY You must secure firearms safely from children and or unauthorized users Your firearm should always be kept unloaded and locked when not in use Never assume that the use of this lock is sufficient to safely secure your firearm You must always evaluate your personal situation and employ the secu rity systems that meet your needs and prevent children and unauthorized users from gaining a
13. have a manual printed copies are available free upon request by contacting the factory at the address below They are also available via download from the company s web site shown below THOMPSON CENTER ARMS CUSTOMER SUPPORT 2100 Roosevelt Avenue Springfield MA 01104 TEL Toll Free 866 730 1614 www tcarms com TABLE OF CONTENTS YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES SAFE STORAGE amp TRANSPORTATION PREPARATION FOR FIRING AMMUNITION MODEL amp FEATURES IDENTIFICATION CLEARING MISFIRES UNLOADING DISASSEMBLY FIELD STRIPPING SCOPE MOUNT MAKING TRIGGER ADJUSTMENTS CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE CONVERSION PARTS CHANGING A BARREL CHANGING A STOCK STOCK LENGTH SPACERS ACCESSORY SCOPE MOUNT WARRANTY CONTACT amp SHIPPING FOR SERVICE PATENT INFORMATION ADDRESSES YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES SAFETY IS YOUR NUMBER ONE RESPONSIBILIT Y At home in the field at the range or anywhere the first concern of every firearm owner should be safety Apply the following safe ty rules in every situation with any kind of firearm If you feel uncertain about any operational aspects of your firearm please contact Thompson Center before proceeding with its operation SAFETY RULES TO ENSURE THE SAFE USE OF YOUR FIREARM THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL COULD CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY WARNING YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL OF THESE As a fi
14. outside the BOLT IN trigger guard and off the trig UNLOCKED ger Point the muzzle in a POSITION safe direction FIGURE 15 SAFETY IN THE FULLY REARWARD Do not load the rifle until you SAFE POSITION have read and fully under stand this manual Do not load the rifle until you are ready to use it Never load your rifle until you are sure of your target what is beyond it and are fully prepared to fire l LOADED MAGAZINE Place the safety lever in the 3 ROUND CAPACITY SAFE position FIGURE 16 Remove the magazine from the rifle in order to load the cartridges into it Insert the cartridges into the magazine as shown FIGURE 17 FIGURE 17 JUST PRIOR TO FIRING Just prior to firing open the aa a bolt fully and then insert the ini loaded magazine and snap it into place tipping the back in first and then lifting the front until it clicks into locked position FIGURE 18 TRIDGE IN THE CHAMBER FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION CAN LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS 16 WARNING NEVER CARRY THIS RIFLE WITH A CAR FIRING WARNING ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION SPECIFIED FOR FIREARM USE EVERY TIME YOU DISCHARGE YOUR FIREARM MAKE SURE OTHERS IN THE VICINITY OF WHERE YOU WILL BE SHOOTING DO SO AS WELL WARNING WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION PLACE SAFETY IN THE SAFE Make certain that the safety POSITION THEN CLOSE B
15. ATION Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas cleaning firearms or han dling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances known to cause birth defects reproductive harm and other serious physical injury Review the warnings and labels for all ammunition and cleaning products carefully Wash hands thoroughly after exposure BEFORE HANDLING ANY FIREARM UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATION Not all firearms are the same Familiarize your self with the mechanical features of any firearm you intend to use If you feel uncertain about any operational aspects of your firearm please contact Thompson Center before pro ceeding with its operation NEVER ALLOW A FIREARM TO BE USED BY INDIVIDU ALS WHO DO NOT UNDERSTAND ITS SAFE OPERATION OR HAVE NOT READ THESE FIREARM SAFETY RULES 9 YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES CONT D ALWAYS USE THE CORRECT AMMUNITION FOR YOUR PARTICULAR FIREARM as indicated by the marking on the firearm Never use non standard reloaded or handloaded ammunition which has not been subjected to internal ballistic pressure testing BEWARE OF BARREL OBSTRUCTIONS Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting Mud water snow or other objects may inadvertently lodge in the barrel bore A small obstruction can cause a dangerous increase in pressure and may damage your firearm and cause injury to yourself and others BE SURE ALL ACCESSORIES SUCH AS HOLSTERS GRIPS SLINGS SCOPES AND OTH
16. Center Arms firearms are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship Any such defects of which Thompson Center Arms receives written notice by the original owner will be remedied by Thompson Center Arms without charge within a reasonable time after such notification and deliv ery of the firearm as provided below Warranty claims in writing and the firearm or part thereof con cerned should be delivered postage prepaid to the factory at Thompson Center Arms 2100 Roosevelt Ave Springfield MA 01104 In addition a copy of the bill of sale in the owner s name or where applicable a copy of ATF Form 4473 indicating date of purchase must be included It is important that the owner comply will all applicable federal state and local laws and regulations in the shipment of firearms to Thompson Center Arms Warranty claims should state the model and where applicable the serial number of the firearm concerned and the description of the difficulty experienced It is recommended that shipments be insured by the owner since Thompson Center Arms will accept no responsibility for loss or damage in transit Transportation and insurance charges for return to the owner will be paid by Thompson Center Arms if the claim is covered by this warranty UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THOMPSON CENTER ARMS BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES WITH RESPECT TO ECONOMIC LOSS INJURY DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WHETHER AS A RE
17. EARM CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE The cartridge marking on the barrel must be strictly adhered to The marking on the barrel is specific to one cartridge and that is the only one that should be used in that barrel 29 CONVERSION PARTS CONT D FIGURE 36 shows the uses of the various parts of the T C Dimension rifle Takedown and Assembly Tools Pivot Hole To Tighten Torque Collar Marked T n Receiver Barrel V Block Torque Collar q Accessory Socket Tighten Loosen Adapter Pivot X Stock Bolt amp Pivot Hole To Loosen Torque Collar Torque Collar Marked L Torque Cantilever Tool Bolt M Torque Wrench Wrench For Stock Bolts FIGURE 36 amp Scope Mount Screws WARNING DO NOT ADD OR REPLACE ANY OF THE PARTS IN YOUR FIREARM UNLESS THEY ARE GEN UINE THOMPSON CENTER PARTS AND YOU FOL LOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED IF YOU DO OTHER WISE IMPROPER FUNCTIONING MAY OCCUR AND SERI OUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IN ADDITION TO THE DANGERS PRESENTED THE USE OF NON FACTORY PARTS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BARRELS AND SPRINGS VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES NOTE The magazine for the Dimension 22 250 Rem is listed as a part of the B family of interchangeable components The steep shoulder of the cartridge dictates that a slight change to the stan dard B series mold be made to ensure reliable cartridge feeding from the magazine into the chamber The magazine is marked with
18. ED BY THE MARK ING ON THE BARREL DOING SO CAN RESULT IN DANGEROUSLY HIGH PRESSURES THAT MAY DAMAGE THE FIREARM AND POSSIBLY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO YOURSELF AND OTHERS WARNING NEVER USE CARTRIDGES OR SHELLS CAN RESULT FROM THE USE OF INCORRECT WARNING DEATH SERIOUS INJURY AND DAMAGE AMMUNITION OR BORE OBSTRUCTIONS 11 MODEL AND FEATURES IDENTIFICATION MODEL NAME ON BARREL FIGURE 2b BOLT STOP LOCATION FIGURE 2c COCKING INDICATOR BARREL TORQUE COLLAR BOLT SERIAL NUMBER SAFETY COCKING MAGAZINE LATCH LOCATION INDICATOR BOLT HANDLE 1 2 BUTT PAD INSPECTION amp INITIAL ASSEMBLY WARNING ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE FIREARM IS A UNLOADED BEFORE INSPECTING ASSEMBLING OR DISASSEMBLING IT AND ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION Your Thompson Center Dimension rifle comes completely assembled from the factory except for the bolt which has been removed for transportation and storage The bolt is packed sepa rately in the shipping carton INSPECT CHAMBER EMPTY Grasp the rifle keeping your finger outside the trigger guard and off the trigger Point the muzzle in a safe direction If the bolt has not been installed yet verify that the chamber is empty If the bolt has been installed lift the bolt handle and pull the bolt open to check that the chamber is empty FIGURE 3 PRESS MAGAZINE LATCH Ensure that the magazine is REARWARD empty FIGU
19. ER ACCESSORIES ARE COMPATIBLE with the firearm and that the accessories do not interfere with safe operation It is your responsibility to understand and follow all of the instructions in this manual as well as those which may be supplied with your ammunition and any accessory NEVER DISASSEMBLE YOUR FIREARM beyond the field stripping procedure outlined in this manual Improper disas sembly or reassembly of your firearm may be dangerous and can lead to serious injury or death NEVER MANIPULATE ADJUST OR CHANGE ANY OF THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF YOUR FIREARM UNLESS SPECIFICALLY INSTRUCTED TO DO SO IN THIS MANUAL Improper manipulation of any other internal component may affect the safety and reliability of your firearm and may cause serious injury or death NEVER ALLOW ANY ALTERATION OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS IN YOUR THOMPSON CENTER FIREARM UNLESS PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED GUNSMITH using genuine Thompson Center parts If you do otherwise improper func tioning of your firearm may occur and serious injury or death and damage to property may result SONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND THE FAILURE TO FOL LOW ALL OF THESE BASIC SAFETY RULES MAY RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS YOU ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT SAFETY DEVICE WHEN IT COMES TO THE USE OF YOUR FIREARM AND THOMPSON CENTER AND ITS PARENT COMPANY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT RESULTS FROM 1 THE CRIMINAL OR NEGLIGE
20. It is your personal respon sibility to use common sense when storing your firearm and ammunition and to always make sure they are not accessible to children or other unauthorized persons NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM When trans porting your firearm be sure it is unloaded and locked Safe and secure transportation of your firearm is your responsibility ALWAYS FOLLOW THE LAW Many jurisdictions have laws that make it a crime to keep a firearm unlocked and in an area accessible to children or others Keeping a firearm locked and unloaded when not in use is not only common sense safety practice IT IS THE LAW You must be familiar with all local state and federal laws regarding the safe storage and trans portation of your firearm Failure to know and follow the law may result in unauthorized access or use of your firearm by another Obey all laws relating to the storage and transporta tion of firearms Your local police department or gun shop can furnish you with available information on storing and or trans porting a firearm safely and legally YOUR FIREARM IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY You must pre vent your firearm from being stolen or from being used by untrained or unqualified individuals Keep it locked unloaded and secured when not in use Use the lock provided to prevent unauthorized use follow the instructions supplied with the lock Never leave the key with the stored firearm PREPARATION FOR FIRING WARNING FAILURE
21. NT USE OF THIS FIREARM 2 A DIS REGARD OF THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS 3 IMPROPER OR CARELESS HANDLING OF THIS FIREARM 4 THE USE OF NON STANDARD DEFECTIVE IMPROPER OR RELOADED AMMUNITION OR 5 IMPROPER OR NEGLIGENT MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIRS TO THE FIREARM 6 WARNING SAFE USE OF A FIREARM IS YOUR PER SAFE STORAGE amp TRANSPORTATION WARNING ALWAYS POINT THE MUZZLE IN A SAFE DIRECTION USED AND STORED IMPROPERLY THEY POSE A RISK OF SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES FIREARMS CAN BE ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS TO CHILDREN WHEN THEY ARE STORED IN AN IRRESPONSIBLE AND UNSAFE MANNER FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTH ERS IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU KEEP YOUR FIREARM LOCKED AND UNLOADED IN A SECURE PLACE THE AMMUNITION SHOULD BE STORED IN A SEPARATE SECURE LOCATION WHEN IT IS NOT IN USE SAFE AND SECURE STORAGE OF YOUR FIREARM IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT RULES OF FIREARM SAFETY YOUR FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERI OUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS WARNING FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WHEN ALWAYS SECURE YOUR FIREARM IN A MANNER THAT WILL PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS Whenever your firearm is not in use keep it unloaded and locked Your safety and the safety of others requires that you always secure and store your firearm in a manner that will prevent unauthorized access Never leave a firearm unattended unless it is locked unloaded and secured ALWAYS USE THE LOCK PROVIDED BY THOMPSON CENTER
22. OLT is in the SAFE position FIGURE 19 Close the bolt to strip a round from the magazine and put it into the chamber Grasp firearm with one hand on the fore end and other hand on the grip with the trig ger finger resting along and outside of the trigger guard Raise firearm and pull butt stock firmly into shoulder Aim at your target SAFETY FULLY FORWARD IN THE FIRE POSITION Push the safety lever to the fully forward FIRE position FIGURE 20 lj The rifle will now fire when pressure is applied tothe f Rep 20 trigger Place your finger on trigger and squeeze it until the rifle fires You may continue to fire by fully cycling the bolt and squeez ing the trigger until the rifle is empty To reload see the Loading Section 17 CLEARING MISFIRES WARNING ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION THAT IT IS NOT PERFORMING PROPERLY OR THE OPERATION OF YOUR FIREARM HAS CHANGED THE WAY IT FEELS OR SOUNDS STOP FIRING MAKE SURE THE FIREARM IS POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION UNLOAD THE FIREARM AND HAVE IT INSPECTED BY A FACTORY TECHNI CIAN CALL THOMPSON CENTER CUSTOMER SUPPORT f WARNING IF YOUR FIREARM GIVES ANY INDICATION If a cartridge fails to fire keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and wait 10 seconds before opening the bolt and ejecting the suspect cartridge Then remove the magazine and make sure that the rifle is unloaded UNLOADING WARNING
23. RE 4 Press the magazine latch rearward to release the mag azine FIGURE 5 CATCH MAGAZINE AS IT i j FALL T Orient the rifle as shown to S OU allow the magazine to drop out of the rifle when the mag azine latch is released FIG URE 6 Catch the magazine as it falls clear of the rifle INSPECTION amp INITIAL ASSEMBLY CONT D INSTALLING THE BOLT DEPRESS BOLT STOP WHILE INSTALLING BOLT Grasp the bolt by its handle and slide the bolt forward into the receiver as shown FIG URE 7 Note that the bolt gt handle touches the stock FIGURE 8 PRESS amp HOLD BOLT STOP PUSH BOLT INTO RECEIVER ABOUT ONE INCH WHILE PRESSING BOLT STOP IN BOLT STOP While pressing the bolt stop TRACKING GROOVE in continue to push the bolt forward into the receiver about one inch FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9 shows the bolt stop tracking groove to dis FIGURE 9 tinguish it from the bolt flutes ROTATE BOLT HANDLE UP UNTIL BOLT STOP ENGAGES THE TRACKING GROOVE While continuing to press the bolt stop in so it doesn t get caught in the bolt flutes rotate the bolt handle until the bolt stop engages the bolt stop track FIGURE 10 FIGURE 10 14 INSPECTION amp INITIAL ASSEMBLY CONT D Push the bolt fully forward BOLT IN FORWARD into the receiver once the l POSITION bolt engages the bolt stop track and the handle is in this position FIGURE 11 Close the bolt fully by pushing it fully forw
24. SULT OF BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Thompson Center Arms will not be responsible for Defects or malfunctions resulting from careless handling unau thorized adjustments or modifications made or attempted by any one other than a qualified gunsmith following Thompson Center Arms authorized procedures or failure to follow the instructions in the Thompson Center Arms Safety amp Instruction manual 36 LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY CONT D Use of defective or improper ammunition and or propellant corro sion neglect abuse ordinary wear and tear or unreasonable use Use of replacement parts including but not limited to barrels and springs other than Thompson Center Arms factory or authorized parts Criminal misuse negligence or use under the influence of drugs or alcohol Services performed by the Thompson Center Arms Repair Department do not void this warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State Note All liability is excluded in the event that the instructions in the Thompson Center Arms Safety and Instruction manual are not observed amp SHIP PING FOR SERVICE Shipping Address Thompson Center Arms 2100 Roosevelt Avenue Springfield MA 01104 Sho
25. TANCE WARNING A SCOPE WHICH IS NOT SECURELY EYE TOO CLOSE TO THE SCOPE EYE PIECE OR FAIL ING TO HOLD THE FIREARM SECURELY AGAINST RECOIL MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BLINDNESS WARNING FIRING A SCOPED FIREARM WITH YOUR 20 SCOPE MOUNT CONT D A LOC pridge type scope mount base is offered as an accessory FIGURE 29 The advantage of the bridge type system is that the sighted in scope stays with the barrel when the barrel is changed out for another barrel The one rear cross bolt ties the base rigidly to the receiver This one bolt needs to be removed to allow the bar rel to be removed from the receiver See section in this manual for details on the bridge type scope mount base system Follow the instructions supplied with the scope and rings to ensure proper eye relief MAKING TRIGGER ADJUSTMENTS NOTE The T C Dimension WEIGHT OF PULL trigger pull is user adjustable for ADJUSTMENT weight of pull The trigger pull SCREW i has been set at the factory with proper over travel and sear engagement After determining that the firearm is unloaded proceed as follows Trigger Weight of Pull adjustment can be made by TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT TOOL first removing the bolt from the receiver to gain access to the adjustment screw FIGURE 30 The appropriate tool is included in the box from the factory FIGURE 31 FIGURE 31 MAKING TRIGGER ADJUSTMENTS CONT D
26. TO SECURE YOUR FIREARM Please read and follow the instructions packaged separately for the use of this lock A lock when properly used can be an effective tool in preventing unauthorized access to your firearm There are other alternative locks and safe storage containers available in the marketplace which may also be appropriate for your particular needs Consult your local gun shop hardware store or local police department for guidance on the variety of other safe storage devices or practices which may be appropriate for your particular needs By purchasing this firearm you have accepted the responsibility of safely securing the firearm at all times and preventing its unautho rized use Never assume that the use of this lock alone is suf ficient to safely secure your firearm It is your personal responsibility to select and use whatever measures or prac tices that will enable you to be absolutely certain that your firearm is secure at all times WARNING NEVER LOCK A LOADED FIREARM AND NEVER LOAD A LOCKED FIREARM SAFE STORAGE amp TRANSPORTATION CONT D ALWAYS STORE YOUR FIREARM AND AMMUNITION SEP ARATELY so that they are not accessible to children or other unauthorized persons Safe and secure storage of your firearm and ammunition are your responsibility It is a full time responsibility NEVER ASSUME THAT A HIDING PLACE IS A SECURE STORAGE METHOD Others may be aware of your storage location or come upon it by chance
27. afe backstop is free from obstructions and has no surfaces which may cause a ricochet NEVER FIRE RANDOMLY INTO THE SKY Always select a place to shoot that has a safe backstop NEVER USE ALCOHOL OR DRUGS BEFORE OR WHILE SHOOTING OR HANDLING ANY FIREARM AMMUNITION WARNING NEVER USE AMMUNITION NOT SPECIFI A CALLY DESIGNATED FOR USE IN YOUR FIREARM FAILURE TO USE THE CORRECT TYPE OR CALIBER OF AMMUNITION MAY CAUSE THE FIREARM TO JAM FAIL TO FIRE OR EVEN GENERATE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE WHICH CAN DAMAGE OR EVEN RUPTURE YOUR FIREARM CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Locate the cartridge desig CARTRIDGE DESIGNATION nation marked on the ON BARREL firearm This information indicates the correct ammu nition that must be used in this firearm FIGURE 1 You are responsible for selecting ammunition that meets industry standards and is appropriate in type and caliber for this firearm Never use a cartridge not specifically designated for use in your firearm The wrong type of ammunition may exceed the capability of your firearm and may damage or even rupture your firearm Never mix ammunition In some cases a round of ammunition not specified on your firearm may fit into the chamber Firing ammunition not specified on your firearm may cause it to rupture and cause serious injury or death to you or others Always inspect your ammunition before using it Never use dirty corroded or damaged ammunition which
28. ard and then turn ing the bolt handle down FIGURE 12 THE SAFETY LEVER BOLT IN CLOSED For right hand models it is POSITION located on the right side at the rear of the receiver it has two positions that are set by the user For left hand models it is located on the left side at the rear of the receiver it has two positions that are set by the user SAFETY FULLY REARWARD IN SAFE POSITION Fully rearward In the SAFE position FIGURE 13 Fully forward in the FIRE position FIGURE 14 where the red dot on the stock is now visible and the firearm can be fired by pulling rear ward on the trigger WARNING NEVER A RELY ON MECHANI CAL FEATURES ALONE ONLY YOUR SAFE FIREARM HANDLING WILL ENSURE THE SAFE USE OF YOUR FIREARM THIS IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY SAFETY FULLY FORWARD FIRE POSITION 7 rep oor FIGURE 14 WARNING NEVER MODIFY ANY OF THE PARTS IN A YOUR FIREARM DO NOT ADD OR REPLACE ANY OF THE PARTS IN YOUR FIREARM UNLESS THEY ARE GENUINE THOMPSON CENTER PARTS AND YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED BY THOMPSON CENTER IF YOU DO OTHERWISE IMPROPER FUNCTIONING MAY OCCUR AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT 19 LOADING WARNING ALWAYS POINT THE MUZZLE IN A SAFE DIRECTION An audible click indicates that the bolt is all the way up Open the bolt and inspect the rifle s bore for obstructions and clean if necessary FIGURE 15 Keep your finger
29. ccess to your firearm YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES CONT D APPROPRIATE USE FOR YOUR FIREARM MEANS USING YOUR FIREARM FOR LEGAL PURPOSES For example target shooting hunting and lawful resistance of deadly crimi nal force It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with all applicable laws and ordinances regarding the use of your firearm NEVER RELY ON MECHANICAL FEATURES ALONE Only your safe firearm handling habits will ensure the safe use of your firearm This is your responsibility ALWAYS SAFELY STORE AND SECURE YOUR FIREARM Safe and secure storage of your firearm is one of your most important responsibilities It is a full time responsibility You must always secure your firearm and ammunition separately so that they are not accessible to children and or other unau thorized persons NEVER KEEP AMMUNITION IN THE SAME LOCATION AS THE FIREARM Store each in a separate and secure place ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT IS SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH FIREARMS every time you handle your firearm for cleaning and maintenance ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTORS THAT ARE SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH FIREARMS every time you dis charge your firearm Make sure others in the vicinity of where you will be shooting do so as well NEVER USE ALCOHOL OR DRUGS BEFORE OR WHILE SHOOTING Do not use your firearm if you are on any med ication which impairs even slightly your mental or physical ability ALWAYS HAVE ADEQUATE VENTIL
30. ck is iF clicks heard When the torque wrench i clicks the barrel nut is tightened to the correct specification FIGURE 54 Avoid getting pinched when bringing the handles together FIGURE 55 After tightening the barrel nut remove the wrenches by first loosening the v block tool to relieve tension against the barrel Pinching nut Step 7 Be sure that you have Note Letter installed the correct magazine Marking adapter into the stock for the let ter series of caliber that you intend to use FIGURE 56 30 CHANGING A BARREL CONT D Step 8 Reassemble barreled action into the stock Use the hex Snug Front Stock Bolt wrench end of the v block tool to get the stock bolts snug Once the bolts are snug then use the hex wrench at the end of the takedown torque wrench to torque the front bolt first Turn the wrench clockwise as viewed from the bottom until it clicks At this Snug Rear point the stock bolt is tightened Stock Bolt correctly Repeat the process with the rear stock bolt FIGURES 57 through 59 Avoid getting pinched when the wrench snaps as the correct amount of torque is achieved FIGURE 60 Tighten Front Bolt First Using The Torque Wrench CAUTION THE USE OF TOOLS B TO CHANGE PARTS ON YOUR T C DIMENSION COMES WITH THE RISK OF BEING PINCHED AS PARTS COME TOGETHER BE CAREFUL WHEN USING TOOLS TO PREVENT THIS POTENTIAL PROBLEM Step 9 Install the
31. e call our Customer Service Department at 1 866 730 1614 22 CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE WARNING ENSURE THAT YOUR FIREARM IS A UNLOADED BEFORE BEGINNING TO CLEAN IT SEE INSPECTING YOUR FIREARM SECTION ALWAYS FOLLOW THE FUNDAMENTAL NRA RULES OF SAFE FIREARM HANDLING FIREARM USE EVERY TIME YOU CLEAN OR MAIN WARNING WEAR EYE PROTECTION SPECIFIED FOR A TAIN YOUR FIREARM Before using your firearm for the first time it should be cleaned Your firearm was treated at the factory with either a preserva tive or oil to protect it against corrosion during shipping and storage Preservative and oil should be wiped from the bore chamber and exposed areas using a clean swab or patch before using the firearm CAUTION Never disassemble your firearm beyond the instructions in the Field Stripping and Inspection sections of this manual Purchase cleaning supplies from your firearms dealer that are specifically designated for your type and caliber of firearm Many suppliers offer these in kit form for your convenience Follow the instructions provided with your cleaning supplies Remove excessive firing residue from the bore and chamber using a properly fitted brush Clean the exterior of the firearm using a non abrasive clean ing cloth After cleaning lightly coat the metal parts internal and exter nal with a firearm oil Whenever your firearm has been exposed to sand dust extreme humidity water or other
32. e locator Location on the pin in the slot of the receiver Benet FIGURES 50 amp 51 Once the barrel extension is in place carefully thread the barrel nut onto the receiver until it is snug Step 6 For barrels with a P FIGURE 50 bridge type scope mount installed Slide the new barrel alignment Pin onto receiver until the barrel nut Slot Location contacts the front of the receiv Receiver er Once the barrel nut contacts the receiver the barrel nut must be threaded carefully onto the receiver until the barrel align ment pin engages the corre sponding slot in the receiver FIGURE 51 FIGURES 50 amp 51 CHANGING A BARREL CONT D Install V block Wrench into threaded hole of receiver mtt rt Once the barrel is in the receiver with the locator pin aligned and the barrel nut snugged down hand tight screw the v block take down assembly tool into place as shown FIGURE 52 Once the v block tool is screwed into position insert the take Starting Use Hole down torque wrench into the v Position block pivot hole marked FIG C T to URE 53 tighten barrel nut CAUTION THE USE OF TOOLS TO CHANGE PARTS ON YOUR T C DIMENSION COMES WITH THE RISK OF BEING PINCHED AS PARTS COME TOGETHER BE CAREFUL WHEN USING TOOLS TO PREVENT THIS Pull POTENTIAL PROBLEM handles S together Ending until Pull the handles of the tools Position wrench together until an audible cli
33. heck it for signs of wear If wear is noted do not use the firearm Return it to Thompson Center for service or have it checked by a qualified gunsmith 24 CONVERSION PARTS The T C Dimension is a modular design Each of the four 4 inter changeable parts will have a letter marking that indicates that it is to be used with similarly marked parts FIGURES 32 35 FIGURE 32 4 amp 9 Each of the four interchangeable parts has a letter code on it parts of a correctly assembled rifle will have this same letter code Bolt Letter Code ENSURE THAT THE FIREARM IS ASSEM BLED USING PARTS WITH THE SAME LETTER CODE MARKINGS ON THE INTER CHANGABLE PARTS A MIX FIGURE 33 OF LETTER CODES COULD COMBINATION POSSIBLY m am RESULTING IN INJURY ENS 25 AND OR DEATH TO THE SHOOTER OR BYSTANDERS AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY WARNING ALWAYS Magazine Letter Code The stock and receiver are the same for all calibers The letter codes designate families of car Magazine Adapter tridges that share common Letter Code lengths and case dimensions These common sizes allow them to function correctly in the rifle with appropriately marked parts WARNING NEVER USE AMMUNITION NOT SPECIFICALLY DESIG NATED FOR USE IN YOUR FIREARM FAILURE TO USE THE CORRECT TYPE OR CALIBER OF AMMUNITION MAY CAUSE THE FIREARM TO JAM FAIL TO FIRE OR EVEN GENERATE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE WHICH CAN DAMAGE OR EVEN RUP TURE YOUR FIR
34. le you rotate the bolt as shown pull the bolt from the receiver rearward FIGURE 27 taking care not to hit the stock causing cosmetic damage This is the extent to which the rifle needs to be disas sembled for the purpose of cleaning and maintenance ho See the section in this manu FIGURE 27 al for cleaning instructions 19 SCOPE MOUNT WARNING ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE FIREARM IS A UNLOADED BEFORE INSTALLING A SCOPE OR ANY OTHER ACCESSORIES FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS We recommend that you have a competent gunsmith install your scope and mount The T C Dimension is factory equipped with Weaver style scope mount bases These bases accept a ring and scope com bination of your choice Different scopes have varying lengths of recommended eye relief You need to choose a combination that allows for adequate clearance between the scope and your eye brow Follow the instructions supplied with the scope and rings for proper installation FIGURE 28 Follow the instructions supplied with the scope and rings to ensure proper eye relief MOUNTED MAY BECOME DETACHED UPON RECOIL OF THE FIREARM IF IT BECOMES DETACHED IT MAY FLY BACK AND STRIKE THE SHOOTER OR A BYSTANDER AND CAUSE INJURY OBSERVE THE CONDI TION OF ALL THE SCOPE MOUNT SCREWS AFTER FIRING IF THE MOUNTING SCREWS SHOW SIGNS OF LOOSENING DO NOT FIRE THE FIREARM AGAIN TAKE IT TO A QUALI FIED GUNSMITH FOR ASSIS
35. nt to a dealer rather than directly to you You may be requested to furnish a signed FFL Federal Firearms License from your dealer in such an instance Warranty repair work will begin upon receipt and examination of the firearm In the case of repairs or work not covered by the warranty a quotation covering the cost of the work plus shipping charges will be sent to you Repairs or modification will begin upon receipt of payment YOUR THOMPSON CENTER FIREARM YOU MUST HAVE SOME OF THESE PARTS INSTALLED BY A GUNSMITH QUALIFIED TO PERFORM SERVICE ON THOMP SON CENTER FIREARMS NEVER ATTEMPT TO MODIFY YOUR FIREARM OR INSTALL REPLACEMENT PARTS IN YOUR FIREARM ALWAYS USE A QUALIFIED THOMPSON CENTER GUNSMITH EVEN IF THE REPAIR SEEMS SIMPLE WARNING YOU MAY PURCHASE ACCESSORIES FOR 36 Patents PATENT INFORMATION The T C Dimension is covered by one or more of the following 5 438 784 5 386 659 5 402 593 5 615 505 5 205 142 5 218 148 6 321 478 6 286 242 6 286 241 6 260 300 6 267 825 6 266 908 6 357 156 6 330 761 6 421 944 6 397 508 6 405 473 6 425 199 6 434 875 6 430 860 6 370 806 6 360 469 6 412 208 6 345 462 6 360 470 6 360 468 6 345 461 6 557 289 6 711 819 6 519 887 6 457 271 6 865 979 7 140 141 6 523 294 6 571 502 6 523 296 6 711 843 7 328 645 7 748 306 7 194 833 7 263 795 6 993 864 7 059 075 7 069 683 7 617 628 7 600 340 7 472 507 7 389 719 7 703 230 7 392 611 7 380 362 7 506 469
36. ould not be used on any Thompson Center firearm CHANGE ANY OF THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF YOUR FIREARM UNLESS SPECIFICALLY DIRECTED TO DO SO IN THIS MANUAL IMPROPER MANIPULATION OF ANY INTERNAL COMPONENT MAY AFFECT THE SAFETY AND RELIABILITY OF YOUR FIREARM AND MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING NEVER MANIPULATE ADJUST OR SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED GUNSMITH USING GENUINE THOMPSON CENTER PARTS IF YOU DO OTHERWISE IMPROPER FUNCTIONING OF YOUR FIREARM MAY OCCUR AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT WARNING ANY MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE NOT Do not use heavy thick grease or oil as during cold weather this type of lubricant may congeal and slow or stall the interaction of parts creating a potentially dangerous condition MAINTENANCE BEFORE STORAGE When storing do not encase your firearm in anything that will attract or hold moisture for example leather or heavy cloth Also do not store firearms with a plug inserted in the barrel for this can be a contributing factor to moisture accumulation If your firearm is to be stored for an extended period the bore chambers and internal working mechanism should be oiled with a high quality lubricating oil or preservative intended for firearms The external working mechanisms lower and upper receiver and barrel should be coated with an anti rust oil Before using your firearm again be sure to clean it Every time you clean your firearm c
37. rd Depress and hold the bolt stop in and remove the bolt from the receiver FIGURES 38 amp 39 FIGURE 39 Note The bolt handle must be rotated down until the bolt handle touches the stock when withdrawing it Cosmetic damage to the stock may result if the bolt isn t rotated before it is withdrawn Step 2 Unlatch and remove the magazine from the rifle FIG URES 40 amp 41 FIGURE 41 CHANGING A BARREL CONT D Step 3 Remove the stock from the barreled receiver The take down assembly torque tool has a correctly sized Allen wrench for this task There are two bolts that need to be removed one in front of the magazine well and one behind the trigger guard FIG URES 42 amp 43 The stock assembly bolts are designed not to be completely removed from the stock Loosen the bolts until the receiver comes free of the stock Break these bolts free using the leverage provided by the torque wrench then spin them out with the hex end of the v block wrench Step 4 Remove the magazine adapter from the stock if you are switching to a different letter series of magazine FIGURE 44 Install the replacement adapter into the stock at this point as shown making certain that the letter code matches that of the other parts being changed to Step 5 Align and thread the v block takedown assembly tool into the receiver as shown FIG URE 45 until the wrench is snug Insert the shaft of the gear drive
38. rearm owner you accept a demanding responsibility How seriously you take this responsibility can be the difference between life and death There is no excuse for careless or abu sive handling of your firearm At all times handle your firearm with intense respect for its power and potential danger YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES CONT D ALWAYS KEEP YOUR FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION Never point a firearm at anyone or anything you do not intend to shoot whether or not it is loaded This is par ticularly important when loading unloading or field stripping the firearm ALWAYS control the direction of the firearm ALWAYS TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT IS LOADED AND WILL FIRE Do not take anyone s word that the firearm is unloaded always check for yourself Never pass your firearm to another person until the action is open and you visually check that it is unloaded Keep your firearm unloaded and safely stored when not in use NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGER INSIDE THE TRIGGER GUARD OR ON THE TRIGGER UNLESS YOU INTEND TO FIRE Ensure that other objects do not touch the trigger ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS BEYOND IT Always be sure of where the bullet will strike and shoot only where there is a safe back stop free of obstruc tions water or other surfaces which can cause ricochets Be sure your bullet will stop behind your target Bullets can glance off many surfaces like rocks or the surface of water and travel in unpredictable
39. rs allow A KEEP THE MUZZLE variable length of pull POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION WARNING ALWAYS A ENSURE THAT THE FIREARM IS UNLOADED BEFORE INSPECTING PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR MAINTE NANCE ASSEMBLING OR DISASSEMBLING FIGURE 70 The length of pull can be adjusted to help match the shooter s needs by adding or removing the spacers at the end of the butt stock FIGURE 70 DIMENSION STOCK SPACER CONT D The recoil pad is held in place with two phillips head screws By removing these screws from the stock and adding or removing spacers the length of the stock can be matched to the shooter s needs The spacers are held in place by the same screws that hold the recoil pad onto the buttstock INSTALL AN ACCESSORY SCOPE MOUNT Sold Separately WARNING ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION UNLOADED BEFORE INSPECTING PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR MAINTENANCE ASSEMBLING OR DISASSEMBLING WARNING ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE FIREARM IS In addition to the Weaver style scope mount bases that come on the rifle s receiver as shipped from the factory the user may install a bridge type scope mount base that allows a sighted in scope to remain attached to the barrel when the user decides to switch to a different barrel FIGURES 71 amp 72 The Weaver style bases must first be removed from the receiver to allow the bridge Rear Bridge type type to be FIGURE 71 Bolt Receiver Clamp ins
40. talled A T 15 Torx wrench is provided with the rifle from the factory to perform this task Rear Bridge type Base Clamp amp Front Bridge type Bolts Barrel Clamp Bolt Note The rear Weaver style base is taller than the front one and the FIGURE 72 screws are correspondingly longer for the rear base than those for the front one 34 INSTALL ACCESSORY SCOPE MOUNT CONT D After removing the Weaver style bases install the rear bridge type base onto the receiver to accept the cross bolt at the rear of the scope mount base FIGURES 73 and 74 The cross bolt is captive FIGURE 73 and does not come fully out of the base Showing Correct Rear Base Orientation Showing Bridge Install the base into the barrel slots and tighten the two bolts that hold the base to the barrel type mount on Rear Base FIGURE 75 Insert the rear bolt as shown and FIGURE 74 use the takedown torque wrench to tighten When the wrench clicks it is tightened correctly FIGURES 76 amp 77 35 LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY This warranty is granted by Thompson Center Arms This warran ty which shall last for the Lifetime of the original owner of any factory finished firearm is established by the return of the Thompson Center Arms authorized warranty card within thirty 30 days of purchase of such firearm With respect to such firearm this warranty supersedes any and all other warranties Thompson
41. uld your Thompson Center firearm require service it should be returned to the Thompson Center factory Call or e mail the Customer Service Dept for authorization and shipping instructions Ensure that the magazine and chamber are unloaded Do not attempt to ship a firearm via US Postal Service only federally licensed dealers may ship a firearm by US Postal Service DO NOT SHIP ANY AMMUNITION Enclose a letter which includes your full name and address no P O Boxes please daytime telephone number e mail address the serial number of the firearm and details of the problem experienced stating the brand and type of ammuni tion used when the problem occurred or work desired Record the serial number before shipping in case you wish to check on the repair status of your firearm 37 CONTACT amp SHIPPING FOR SERVICE CONT D Please remove all custom parts and accessories such as stocks special sights and scopes or slings from your firearm before returning Place the firearm in its original case or in a similarly secure container and pack it securely The package must NOT bear any markings which indicate the identity of the contents It is most important that you comply with federal state and local laws and regulations The following guidelines are meant to help but you must seek assistance from the appropriate authorities if necessary If your firearm must be replaced it may be necessary to ship the replaceme
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