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Beretta 92A1 User Manual

Beretta 92A1
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READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE FIRE-
ARM.
ALWAYS KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH YOUR FIREARM. INCLUDE IT
WITH THE PISTOL WHEN IT CHANGES OWNERSHIP OR WHEN
IT IS LOANED OR PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON.
NOTICE: The Manufacturer and/or its Local Official Distributors as-
sume no responsibility for product malfunction or for physical injury
or property damage resulting in whole or in part from criminal or ne-
gligent use of the product, improper or careless handling, unautho-
rized modifications, use of defective, improper, hand-loaded,
reloaded or remanufactured ammunition*, customer abuse or neglect
of the product, or other influences beyond manufacturer's direct and
immediate control.
* See paragraph “Ammunition”.
WARNING: Always ensure that the safety (FS models) is fully enga-
ged until ready to fire. A safety is fully engaged only when the safety
can move no further into the safe position. A safety which is not fully
engaged will not prevent firearm discharge.
WARNING: ALL FIREARMS HAVE LETHAL POTENTIAL. READ
THE BASIC SAFETY RULES CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND
THEM FULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS FIREARM.
In addition to the Basic Safety Rules, there are other Safety Rules
pertaining to the loading, unloading, disassembly, assembly and use
of this firearm, located throughout this manual.
WARNING: READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE
USING THIS FIREARM. MAKE SURE THAT ANY PERSON USING
OR HAVING ACCESS TO THIS FIREARM READS AND UNDER-
STANDS ALL OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE OR ACCESS.
ENGLISH
We recommend the use of original beretta spare parts and ac-
cessories. The use of other manufacturer’s spare parts and ac-
cessories could cause malfunctions and/or breakages that will not
be covered by the beretta warranty.
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Illustrations on pages
10, 11, I, II, III and IV
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Beretta 92A1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerBeretta
Model92A1
Frame MaterialAluminum alloy
SafetyAmbidextrous safety/decocker
TypePistol
Place of OriginItaly
Slide MaterialSteel
Feed SystemDetachable box magazine
Sights3-dot
Caliber9x19mm Parabellum
Capacity17 rounds
Barrel Length4.9 inches
Overall Length8.5 inches
Weight33.3 oz
ActionShort recoil
Height5.4 inches
Width1.5 inches

Summary

Basic Safety Rules

Never Point Firearm Unsafely

Do not point the firearm at anything you are not willing to shoot.

Treat Firearm as Loaded

Always assume the firearm is loaded; verify by visual inspection.

Secure Firearm Storage

Basic Safety Rules Continued

Avoid Shooting at Water or Hard Surfaces

Shooting at hard surfaces can cause ricochets or fragmentation.

Understand Safety Features & Handling

Safety devices are not a substitute for safe handling procedures.

Proper Firearm Maintenance

Maintain firearm to prevent corrosion and ensure reliability.

More Safety Guidelines

Use Proper Ammunition

Use only high-quality, factory-manufactured ammunition.

Wear Protective Eyewear and Earplugs

Protect eyes and ears from gas, fragments, and noise during shooting.

Avoid Obstacles When Climbing

Unload firearm before climbing or jumping over obstacles.

Additional Safety and Handling Precautions

Avoid Alcohol/Medication While Shooting

Do not use alcohol or impairing medication when handling firearms.

Never Transport a Loaded Firearm

Unload firearm before transporting it in a vehicle.

Lead Warning

Be aware of lead exposure risks from shooting and cleaning.

Nomenclature and Main Parts

Part Identification

Lists and labels all major parts of the firearm with reference to figures.

Model FS Safety/Decocking Lever

Describes the manual safety and decocking function for FS models.

Model G Decocking Lever

Details the decocking lever function for G models without manual safety.

Description of the Beretta 92 A1 Series

Safety Features Overview

Manual Safety/Decocking Lever Operation

Detailed explanation of the safety lever's operation and function.

Double/Single Action Trigger Modes

Explains the dual action trigger mechanism for firing modes.

Hammer Operation and Safety States

Covers external hammer, half-cock, decocked, and cocked hammer states.

Automatic Firing Pin Block

Describes the mechanism preventing firing pin movement without trigger pull.

Inertial Firing Pin and Chamber Indicators

Details inertial firing pin, loaded chamber indicator, and slide catch.

G Models Specific Safety Features

Outlines differences for G models regarding safety features.

Operational and Ergonomic Features

Semiautomatic Operation and Locking System

Explains the pistol's automatic reloading and robust locking mechanism.

High Capacity Magazines

Describes the removable, high-capacity magazines and their specifications.

Design Features and Usability

Simplicity of Field Stripping and Cleaning

Details the easy disassembly and cleaning process.

Ergonomic Grip, Controls, and Sights

Covers grip design, reversible magazine release, and high-visibility sights.

Enlarged Trigger Guard and Picatinny Rail

Mentions enlarged trigger guard for gloved hands and accessory rail.

Specifications

Physical Dimensions and Weight

Lists overall length, barrel length, width, height, sight radius, and weight.

Ammunition, Caliber, and Rifling

Specifies ammunition types, caliber, rifling, and pitch.

Component Materials

Describes the materials used for sights, frame, slide, and barrel.

General Operation

Load Check Procedure

Obstruction Check

Field Stripping

Field Stripping Steps

Details removing magazine, slide-barrel assembly, recoil spring, and locking block.

Reassembly

Reassembly Steps

Covers inserting barrel, locking block, recoil spring, and checking slide operation.

Ammunition Guidelines

Ammunition Notice and Warnings

Disclaims responsibility for faulty ammo and warns about inspection.

Dry Firing and Dummy Rounds

Loading Procedures

General Loading Warnings

Emphasizes safety, handling unloaded firearms, and finger placement.

Loading the Magazine

Step-by-step guide to loading cartridges into the magazine.

Loading the Pistol and Chamber

Procedures for chambering a round from the magazine or directly.

Loading from Magazine

Loading the pistol by inserting and cycling the magazine.

Direct Chamber Loading

Loading a round directly into the chamber.

Pistol Fires Automatically

Explains automatic feeding of subsequent rounds.

Replacing Chambered Round

How to replace a round in the chamber.

Unloading the Pistol and Firing Chamber

Unloading Procedures

Steps to unload, disengage safety, and decock the hammer.

Unloading the Magazine

Instructions for removing cartridges from the magazine.

Firing the Pistol

Firing Safety Precautions

Emphasizes safe direction, finger placement, and protective gear.

When Ready to Fire

Details disengaging safety and finger placement before firing.

Firing Again and Reloading

How to fire again and reload after the last round.

Post-Firing Safety Actions

Safely engaging safety and decocking the hammer after shooting.

Cease Firing Immediately!

Hang-fire Procedure

Actions to take in case of a delayed ignition (hang-fire).

Squib Load Procedure

Actions to take if an unusual sound or recoil occurs.

Handling Obstructed Barrel Safely

Procedures for safe unloading and inspection with obstructed barrels.

Ammunition Handling Warnings

Do not reuse or fire ammunition that failed to fire.

Maintenance

Cleaning and Lubricating the Barrel

Detailed steps for cleaning and oiling the barrel and bore.

Cleaning and Lubricating Slide, Frame, and Magazine

Procedures for cleaning major components like slide, frame, and magazine.

How to Reverse the Magazine Release Button

Reversing Magazine Release Button Steps

Instructions on unscrewing grips, releasing button, and reassembly.

Storage

Safe Storage Guidelines

Store unloaded, with safety engaged, and away from children.

Troubleshooting

Malfunction Resolution

Addresses cartridge introduction, mis-fire, and extraction issues.

Warranty and Extension of Repair Period

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