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Browning GOLD FUSION User Manual

Browning GOLD FUSION
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QUALITY SINCE 1878
GOLD FUSION
SHOTGUN
OWNER’S MANUAL
00479BFA/Fusion OM Cover 8/11/03 3:59 PM Page 2
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Browning GOLD FUSION Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeShotgun
Chamber3"
Capacity4+1
Gauge12
ActionSemi-automatic
Barrel Length28"
ChokeInvector-Plus

Summary

Firearms Safety Overview

General Safety Precautions

Owner responsibility, safe handling, muzzle control, and respect for firearm power.

Safe Firearm Handling and Transport

Handling, Transport, and Storage Rules

Rules for safe firearm handling, transport, and storage.

Specific Safety Scenarios

Safety considerations for treestand hunting and barrel obstruction awareness.

Ammunition and Environmental Safety

Ammunition Safety and Malfunctions

Safe storage, proper ammunition use, malfunction recognition.

Environmental and Health Precautions

Importance of ventilation and awareness of lead exposure risks.

Loading, Firing, and Obstacle Safety

Ammunition and Loading Safety Rules

Correct shell usage, trigger discipline, and safe loading practices.

Targeting and Obstacle Negotiation Safety

Ensuring target awareness and safe handling when navigating obstacles.

Shooting Protection and Safe Practices

Eye/Ear Protection and Misfire Handling

Necessity of protective gear, handling misfires, and observing others' safety.

Cleaning Safety and Safety Education

Ensuring firearms are unloaded before cleaning and teaching safety to family.

Operational Safety and Maintenance Warnings

Impairment and Service Warnings

Avoiding alcohol/drugs, unauthorized service, and adherence to all safety warnings.

Shotgun Nomenclature and Operation

Shotgun Parts Identification

Illustration and labels identifying key components of the Browning Gold Fusion shotgun.

General Operation Explained

Explanation of the gas-operated autoloading mechanism and action cycling.

Fusion Accessories and Initial Setup

Included Accessory Items

List of accessories provided with the Browning Gold Fusion Autoloader shotgun.

Initial Cleaning Procedure

Instructions for cleaning anti-rust compound from new firearms before assembly.

Serial Number and Safety Operation

Serial Number Location

Guidance on where to find the firearm's unique serial number.

Safety Mechanism Explained

Explanation of the cross-bolt safety mechanism and its "on safe" and "off safe" positions.

Ammunition Specifications

Barrel Assembly to Receiver

Step-by-Step Assembly Guide

Detailed instructions for correctly reattaching the barrel to the shotgun receiver.

Gas System Assembly Steps

Barrel Disassembly and Removal

Barrel Removal Procedure

Steps to safely detach the barrel from the shotgun receiver for cleaning or storage.

Trigger Group and Bolt Assembly Disassembly

Trigger Group and Bolt Removal Guidance

Guidance on removing the trigger group and bolt assembly for cleaning.

Trigger Group Removal Process

Trigger Guard Pin Removal Steps

Instructions for removing trigger guard pins to detach the trigger group.

Bolt Assembly Removal Process

Bolt Handle and Slide Removal Steps

Steps to remove the bolt handle and slide the bolt assembly out of the receiver.

Bolt Assembly Reinstallation Process

Bolt Assembly Reinstallation Steps

Procedures for correctly placing the bolt assembly back into the receiver.

Magazine Capacity and Adapter Removal

Magazine Capacity Limits Explained

Information on the factory-installed three-shot adapter and how to remove it.

Spacers for Drop Adjustment

Spacer Identification and Function

Details on the three included spacers and their effect on comb and heel drop.

Spacer Installation Procedure

Recoil Pad and Stock Bolt Removal

Steps for removing the recoil pad and stock bolt to access the spacer.

Buttstock and Spacer Fitting

Reattaching Buttstock and Pad

Instructions for properly fitting the buttstock, washer, plate, and recoil pad.

Hi-Viz™ Sights Instructions

Installing Hi-Viz™ Light Pipes

Step-by-step guide for installing the Hi-Viz sights' light pipes.

Hi-Viz™ Sight Care

Loading Procedures

Loading Chamber via Ejection Port

Method for loading a single shell directly into the chamber via the ejection port.

Manual Magazine Loading

Unloading Procedures

Breech Open After Last Shot

Firing the Shotgun

Magazine Cutoff Function

20 Gauge Invector-Plus Choke System

12 Gauge Invector-Plus Choke System

Choke Tube Removal

Choke Tube Installation

Invector Choke Tube Identification

Invector Tube Selection Guide

Magazine Capacity and Barrel Use

Magazine Capacity Details

Information on magazine capacity for different shell sizes with/without adapter.

Extra Barrels Information

Cleaning and Maintenance

Periodic Oiling Guidelines

Barrel Cleaning Procedures

Barrel Cleaning Procedure

Detailed steps for cleaning the shotgun barrel using a cleaning rod and patch.

Leading Inspection and Removal

How to inspect for and remove leading (copper/lead residue) from the barrel.

Action and Gas System Cleaning

Cleaning the Action and Trigger Group

Instructions for cleaning the firearm's action, trigger group, and receiver cavity.

Cleaning the Gas System

Steps for cleaning the gas piston, sleeve, and magazine tube.

Service or Repair Information

Contacting Browning Service

Information on how to contact Browning for service or technical questions.

Returning Firearm for Servicing

Steps required when returning a firearm for servicing, including packaging and documentation.

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