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Winchester ® Super X®4 Autoloading Shotgun Owner’s Manual

Important instructions for the Contents


State Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Winchester® Super X®4 WARNING: You Are Responsible For Firearms Safety . 1
Autoloading Shotgun General Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Winchester Repeating Arms
Customer Service Department (United States) Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
275 Winchester Avenue Initial Cleaning and Oiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Morgan, Utah 84050-9333 Operation of the “Safety” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Phone: (800) 945-5237
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
If you have any questions or comments regarding
Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
your new firearm, please feel free to write or call us.
Use the space below to record information about Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
your new firearm. Magazine Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Three-Shot Adaptor (Plug) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Model_________________________________________ Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Serial Number __________________________________
Unloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Purchased From _________________________________ Interchangeable Choke Tube System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Scope Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Date of Purchase ________________________________ Extra Barrels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Length of Pull Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cleaning and Maintenance Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Servicing the Trigger Group and Bolt Assemblies . . . . . 31
Winchester is a registered trademark of Olin Corporation.
Parts, Service, Repair and Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Specifications within this owner’s manual are correct at the time of printing and
subject to change without notice. Website Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
State Warning As a firearm owner, you accept a set of demanding
According to state law, California requires that firearm responsibilities. How seriously you take these
manufacturers, distributors and retailers include responsibilities can be the difference between life
conspicuous, specific warnings with firearms sold in and death.
that state. There is no excuse for careless or abusive handling of
any firearm. At all times handle this firearm and all
other firearms with intense respect for their power and
potential danger.
Firearms must be handled responsibly and
securely stored to prevent access by children
Las armas de fuego deben de ser manipuladas
responsablemente y almacenadas en sitios
Please read and understand all of the cautions, warnings,
and other unauthorized users. seguros para prevenir el acceso a ellas por parte notices, proper handling procedures and instructions
California has strict laws pertaining to
de niños y personas sin autorización.
outlined in this owner’s manual before using your
firearms, and you may be fined or
imprisoned if you fail to comply with them.
California cuenta con leyes estrictas sobre las
armas de fuego, y puede ser multado y
new firearm.
Visit the Web site of the California Attorney encarcelado si no las obedece. Visite la página
General at https://oag.ca.gov/firearms for web de California Attorney General, 1 ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE OF YOUR FIREARM
information on firearm laws applicable to https://oag.ca.gov/firearms para más
you and how you can comply. información sobre cómo cumplir con las leyes POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION EVEN THOUGH
Prevent child access by always keeping guns
de armas de fuego.
YOU ARE CERTAIN IT IS UNLOADED.
locked away and unloaded when not in use.
If you keep a loaded firearm where a child
Prevenga el acceso de los niños a las armas de
fuego manteniéndolas siempre en un lugar
Never point any firearm at anything you do not
obtains and improperly uses it, you may be seguro, bajo llave y descargadas cuando no estén intend to shoot. Be extremely alert and aware
fined or sent to prison. en uso. Si usted deja un arma cargada al alcance
de un niño, y éste la utiliza indebidamente,usted of all persons and property within the range of
podría ser multado e incluso enviado a la cárcel. your ammunition.
2 NEVER RELY TOTALLY ON YOUR FIREARM’S
MECHANICAL “SAFETY” DEVICE. LIKE ANY
WARNING: You Are Responsible For MECHANICAL DEVICE, A “SAFETY” CAN
Firearms Safety SOMETIMES FAIL; IT CAN BE JARRED OR
INADVERTENTLY MANIPULATED INTO AN
UNSAFE CONDITION.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE FOLLOWING The word “safety” describes a firearm’s trigger block
WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY mechanism, sear block mechanism, hammer block
OR DEATH. mechanism or firing pin block mechanism.

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Mechanical “safeties” are designed to place your Make certain the firearm does not inadvertently
firearm in a safer status, and no guarantee can be made contain any ammunition. Remember, merely
that the firearm will not fire even if the “safety” is in removing the magazine does not mean the chamber is
the on safe position. Mechanical “safeties” merely aid unloaded. Always keep the chamber empty and
safe gun handling and are no excuse for pointing your the “safety” in the on safe position unless shooting
firearm’s muzzle in an unsafe direction. See “Operation is imminent.
of the “Safety” on pages 9 and 12 for instructions on
4 ALWAYS WEAR EAR AND EYE PROTECTION
the operation of this firearm’s “safety.”
WHEN SHOOTING.
Remember, safe gun handling does not stop with your Unprotected, repeated exposure to gunfire can cause
firearm’s mechanical “safety” devices, it starts there. hearing damage. Wear hearing protection (shooting
Always treat this firearm with the respect due a earplugs or muffs) to guard against such damage.
loaded, ready-to-fire firearm.
Wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes from flying
Some firearms do not have a mechanical “safety.” particles. Allow proper distance (eye relief) between a
Many target firearms, lever-action firearms and pistols scope and your eye when firing a scoped pistol, rifle or
do not have manual “safety” mechanisms. Therefore it shotgun. Do not use unorthodox shooting methods
is critical to read and understand the owner’s manual that could cause the rearward travel of the slide or bolt
for every firearm which explains the safe operation of of a firearm to contact your eyes, face or hands.
the firearm. Always keep a safe distance between the muzzle of
While it is a good idea to test your firearm’s your firearm and any persons nearby, as muzzle blast,
mechanical “safety” periodically for proper function, debris and ejecting shells could inflict serious injury.
never test the “safety” while your firearm is loaded or Always wear eye protection when disassembling and
pointed in an unsafe direction. cleaning any firearm to prevent the possibility of
3 WHENEVER YOU HANDLE ANY FIREARM, OR HAND springs, spring-tensioned parts, solvents or other
IT TO SOMEONE, ALWAYS OPEN THE ACTION agents from contacting your eyes.
IMMEDIATELY AND VISUALLY CHECK THE FIREARM’S 5 KEEP ALL FIREARMS UNLOADED DURING
CHAMBER TO MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE FIREARM IS TRANSPORT, EVEN WHEN STORED IN A HOLSTER,
COMPLETELY UNLOADED. GUN CASE, SCABBARD OR OTHER CONTAINER.

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6 DROPPING OR JARRING A LOADED FIREARM CAN 9 BEWARE OF BARREL OBSTRUCTIONS.
CAUSE ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE. Mud, snow and an infinite variety of other objects may
This can occur even with the “safety” in the on safe inadvertently lodge in a barrel bore. It only takes a
position. Be extremely careful while hunting or during small obstruction to cause dangerously increased
any shooting activity to avoid dropping any firearm. pressures that can damage your firearm and cause
serious injury to yourself and others.
7 HUNTING FROM ELEVATED SURFACES SUCH AS
TREESTANDS IS DANGEROUS. BEFORE CHECKING FOR A BARREL OBSTRUCTION,
Doing so may increase the risk of mishandling a BE CERTAIN YOUR FIREARM IS COMPLETELY
firearm. The following rules should always be observed UNLOADED, THERE IS NOT A LIVE SHELL IN
by you and those you hunt with. Always make certain THE CHAMBER AND THE “SAFETY” IS IN THE
that the stand being used is safe and stable. Always ON SAFE POSITION.
make certain that your firearm is unloaded when it is
being taken up and down from the stand. Always After ensuring that the firearm is completely
make certain that your firearm is not dropped from the unloaded, open the breech or action and look through
stand, or dropped while it is being taken up or down the barrel to be sure it is clear of obstructions. If an
from the stand. Remember, a loaded firearm may obstruction is seen, no matter how small it may be,
discharge when dropped, even with the “safety” in clean the bore with a cleaning rod and patch as
the on safe position. described on pages 29-31 of this owner’s manual.

8 STORE YOUR FIREARM AND AMMUNITION 10 BE ALERT TO THE SIGNS OF AMMUNITION


SEPARATELY, WELL BEYOND THE REACH MALFUNCTION. IF YOU DETECT AN OFF SOUND OR
OF CHILDREN. LIGHT RECOIL WHEN A SHELL IS FIRED, DO NOT
Take prudent safeguards to ensure your firearm does LOAD ANOTHER SHELL INTO THE CHAMBER.
not become available to untrained, inexperienced or If your firearm fails to fire, keep the muzzle pointed in
unwelcome hands. Store all firearms in secure, locked a safe direction for a minimum of 30 seconds. Rotate
cases or a gun safe. Keep your firearm unloaded when the ejection area of the firearm away from you,
not in use. carefully open the action and remove the shell from
the chamber. If the primer is indented, the defective
shell should be disposed of in a way that cannot cause
harm. If the primer is not indented, your firearm

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should be examined by a qualified gunsmith and the Institute (SAAMI) for Service Cartridges. However,
cause of the malfunction corrected before further use. we assume no responsibility for incidents which
Glance down the barrel to make sure that no occur through the use of cartridges of nonstandard
obstructions remain in the barrel. Completely clear dimension or those developing pressures in excess of
the barrel before loading and firing again. Failure to SAAMI established standards.
follow these instructions can cause extensive damage
14 DISCHARGING FIREARMS IN POORLY VENTILATED
to your firearm and possible serious injury to yourself
and others. AREAS, CLEANING FIREARMS OR HANDLING
AMMUNITION MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE TO LEAD
11 NEVER INSERT A SHELL OF THE INCORRECT GAUGE AND OTHER SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO CAUSE BIRTH
INTO ANY FIREARM. DEFECTS, REPRODUCTIVE HARM AND OTHER
The gauge of your firearm is marked on the barrel. SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURY. HAVE ADEQUATE
Store all shells of different gauges in completely
VENTILATION AT ALL TIMES. WASH HANDS
separate and well-marked containers. Never store
shells of mixed gauges in a common container or in THOROUGHLY AFTER EXPOSURE.
your pockets. See pages 15-16 for more information on 15 DO NOT SNAP THE FIRING PIN ON AN EMPTY
the correct ammunition for your firearm. CHAMBER; THE CHAMBER MAY NOT BE EMPTY!
12 EXAMINE EVERY SHELL YOU PUT IN YOUR FIREARM. Treat every firearm with the respect due a loaded
We assume no responsibility for the use of unsafe or firearm, even though you are certain the firearm
improper firearm and ammunition combinations or is unloaded.
damage or injury caused by damaged ammunition. 16 KEEP YOUR FINGERS AWAY FROM THE TRIGGER
It is your responsibility to read and heed all warnings WHILE LOADING AND UNLOADING UNTIL SHOOTING
in this owner’s manual and on ammunition boxes. IS IMMINENT.
See page 15-16 for more information on the correct
ammunition for your firearm. 17 BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND BACKSTOP,
PARTICULARLY DURING LOW LIGHT PERIODS.
13 USE ONLY SAAMI APPROVED AMMUNITION.
Know the range of your ammunition. Never shoot at
The barrel and action of this firearm have been made
water or hard objects.
with safety margins over the pressures established by
the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’

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18 ALWAYS UNLOAD YOUR FIREARM’S CHAMBER 22 NEVER DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR
BEFORE CROSSING A FENCE, CLIMBING A TAKE ANY TYPE OF DRUGS BEFORE OR
TREE, JUMPING A DITCH OR NEGOTIATING DURING SHOOTING.
OTHER OBSTACLES. Your vision, motor skills and judgment could be
Never place your firearm on or against a fence, tree, dangerously impaired, making your gun handling
car or other similar object. unsafe to you and to others.
19 BE DEFENSIVE AND ON GUARD AGAINST UNSAFE 23 READ AND HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THIS
GUN HANDLING AROUND YOU AND OTHERS. OWNER’S MANUAL, ON AMMUNITION BOXES
Don’t be timid when it comes to firearm safety. If you AND WITH ALL ACCESSORIES THAT YOU INSTALL
observe other shooters violating any of these safety ON YOUR FIREARM.
precautions, politely suggest safer handling practices. It is your responsibility to secure the most up-to-date
20 BE CERTAIN YOUR FIREARM IS UNLOADED information on the safe handling procedures of your
Winchester firearm. We assume no liability for
BEFORE CLEANING.
incidents which occur when unsafe or improper
Special and extreme care should be taken to be sure
firearm accessories or ammunition combinations
your firearm is unloaded before disassembly, cleaning
are used.
and reassembly.
Keep ammunition away from the cleaning location. 24 PRACTICE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE, AVOID
Never test the mechanical function of any firearm UNAUTHORIZED SERVICING.
with live ammunition. Your firearm is a mechanical device which will not
last forever, and as such, is subject to wear and
21 TEACH AND SUPERVISE FIREARMS SAFETY TO ALL requires periodic inspection, adjustment and service.
MEMBERS OF YOUR FAMILY, ESPECIALLY TO Winchester firearms should be serviced by a
CHILDREN AND NON-SHOOTERS. Winchester Repeating Arms Authorized Repair
Closely supervise newcomers to the shooting sports. Center or by our Service Facility in Arnold, Missouri.
Encourage enrollment in hunting and shooting We assume no responsibility for injuries suffered or
safety courses. caused by unauthorized servicing, alterations or
modifications of Winchester firearms.

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25 DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, ALTER THE critical firearm dimensions, including headspace, and
TRIGGER, “SAFETY” OR OTHER PARTS OF THE may create an unsafe firing condition, etc.).
FIRING MECHANISM OF THIS OR ANY OTHER Aftermarket parts or components that do not satisfy
FIREARM EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE DESCRIBED IN SAAMI standards, or that could create other
THIS MANUAL. dangerous conditions, should not be used.

We reserve the right to refuse service on firearms that FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT
have been altered, added to or substantially changed. IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, AS WELL AS CAUSE
Removal of metal from the barrel, or modifications of DAMAGE TO YOUR FIREARM.
the firing mechanism and/or operating parts may lead
to a refusal of service on such firearms. You will be BE CAREFUL!
charged for parts and labor to return the firearm to
original specifications prior to servicing your firearm. General Description and Operation
With respect to AFTERMARKET PARTS OR
General Description
COMPONENTS (including, for example, aftermarket
trigger systems, barrels, muzzle brakes, suppressors, Every aspect of the Super X®4 is designed to produce
magazines, etc.), USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Winchester unmatched reliability and superb handling — qualities
firearms are designed and engineered to meet stringent demanded by serious hunters and shooters. The simple,
safety standards. Winchester Repeating Arms is not self-adjusting Active Valve gas piston system makes the
responsible for personal injuries or property damage Super X4 the fastest cycling autoloader available. The
caused by alterations to a firearm. This includes the alloy receiver balances weight between the hands with just
incorporation of aftermarket parts or components that enough barrel weight for a smooth swing. The acclaimed
may or may not satisfy Sporting Arms and Invector-Plus™ interchangeable choke tube system
Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) provides superior shot patterns. As you learn about your
standards (for example, an aftermarket trigger system new shotgun and begin shooting it, we’re sure you’ll agree
may not satisfy SAAMI minimum trigger pull the design sets new standards for reliability and handling.
standards, etc.) or may create other dangerous Your shotgun is one of several different versions offered.
conditions. These conditions may or may not be The basic operating procedures are the same for all
apparent to the user (for example, installing an models. Where there are differences, they are pointed
aftermarket barrel may have the effect of altering out in this owner’s manual for your convenience.

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FIGURE 1

Bolt Bolt Handle Ventilated Rib


Front Sight
Receiver
Buttstock

Barrel Muzzle

Loading
Port Magazine Cap
Forearm
Trigger Bolt Release
“Safety”
Trigger Guard
Recoil Pad

Images in this owner’s manual show a right-hand version fit of the gas piston limits the amount of combustion gases
of the shotgun. blown past the piston sleeve and into the receiver,
keeping the inside of the receiver cleaner. This is an
General Operation exceptionally advanced design that offers reliable function
This shotgun is an autoloading design that allows you to from the gas system and easy disassembly for maintenance
fire follow-up shots by merely pulling the trigger. When and cleaning. However, in order to keep your new shotgun
you fire a shell, the Active Valve gas system moves a in top condition and operating at its peak performance,
loaded shell from the magazine to the chamber where it is you must read, understand and follow all of the
fired with a pull of the trigger. This can be repeated until instructions in this owner’s manual.
the magazine is empty. A single shell can also be inserted Prior to using live ammunition, familiarize yourself
into the chamber manually or moved from the loaded thoroughly with the operating instructions in this
magazine by cycling the action with the bolt handle. With owner’s manual. Get accustomed to the feel of your
the magazine three-shot adaptor (plug) removed from the new firearm and know the forces required to operate
magazine and using 2¾" loads, the shotgun is capable of the action. Learn how to pull the trigger and, above
shooting five shots in rapid succession, one shot with each all, know the location and operation of the “safety.”
pull of the trigger. The short stroke and snug, gas-sealing Procedures for disassembly and operation of various

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components are outlined later in this owner’s manual. FIGURE 2
Please read and study them thoroughly.
Gas Piston
Barrel Extension Gas Bracket
Barrel
Nomenclature
Bolt Piston Sleeve
In conventional firearm terminology the position and Bolt Slide
movement of firearm parts are described as they occur Bolt Handle
Magazine Cap
with the firearm horizontal and in the normal firing
position: i.e., the muzzle is forward or in front; the Piston Sleeve Spring
Magazine
buttstock is rearward or to the rear; the trigger is
downward or underneath; the rib is upward or on top. Magazine Spring Three-Shot Adaptor (Plug) Retainer
For general parts nomenclature, refer to Figure 1, page 7.
For specific parts names related to disassembly, refer to Trigger Group
Figure 2, page 8. The shotgun is also shown disassembled Trigger Group Pins Forearm
to the extent necessary in order to follow instructions
contained in this book (Figure 2, page 8). Figure 4 (pages
10-11) covers the general features and benefits of the Initial Cleaning and Oiling
shotgun’s design. Images in this owner’s manual show a
right-hand version of the shotgun.
WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN ASSEMBLING AND
Throughout this owner’s manual the term “action” refers DISASSEMBLING YOUR SHOTGUN TO PREVENT SPRINGS,
to the mechanism of this shotgun which loads and secures
SPRING-LOADED PARTS, SOLVENTS OR OTHER AGENTS
the shell in the chamber.
FROM CONTACTING YOUR EYES, RESULTING IN INJURY.
Serial Number Some metal parts of your new firearm have been coated at
the factory with a rust preventative compound. Before
The serial number on earlier models is located on the using your firearm, clean the anti-rust compound from the
left side of the receiver, just above the trigger guard. inside of the barrel, receiver, bolt mechanism and the
On newer models, the serial number is located toward action/chamber areas. A high quality, lightweight gun oil
the front of the receiver on the lower right side. Record should be used to remove this compound and to give your
the serial number at the front of this owner’s manual for new firearm its first lubrication. Clean the barrel using a
future reference.

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FIGURE 3 MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
The cross bolt “safety” is designed to prevent the trigger
from being pulled when in the on safe position. The
“safety” is located at the rear of the trigger guard. In the
off safe position, a red warning band is visible on the
“safety” button on the side of the trigger guard. It is
essential that you become very familiar with the feel, look
and operation of the “safety” on this shotgun before
attempting to load and shoot.
The “safety” on both right-hand versions and left-hand
Lightly oil the bolt rails inside the versions of the Super X®4 is reversible for right- or left-
receiver at these points. handed operation.
The “safety” on right-hand models is installed at the
cleaning rod and patch as explained under “Cleaning and factory in the right-hand shooter position. The “safety” on
Maintenance Suggestions” found on pages 29-31 in this left-hand models is installed at the factory in the left-hand
owner’s manual. Before beginning assembly of your firearm shooter position. Before using your shotgun, verify the
you should first wipe the mechanism clean and apply a few installation of your firearm’s “safety.” Instructions in this
drops of quality oil on the indicated surfaces (Figure 3, owner’s manual are for the “safety” installed in the factory
page 9). Avoid applying too much oil. Only a light film is (right-hand or left-hand) positions. If you need to have
necessary. Excessive oil should be wiped off, especially in the “safety” button reversed on your shotgun, please
cold weather. contact a Winchester Repeating Arms Authorized Repair
Center or send your shotgun to the Winchester Repeating
Operation of the “Safety” Arms Service Facility in Arnold, Missouri. See pages
37-38 for information on obtaining service for your
Winchester firearm.
ALWAYS KEEP THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION
UNLESS SHOOTING IS IMMINENT. ALWAYS KEEP THE
(Continued on page 12.)
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FIGURE 4
Back-Bored Technology
The entire bolt assembly removes creates the ideal bore
easily for thorough cleaning. This diameter, providing
is a firearm designed for extreme improved pattern
reliability under real-world, adverse performance and
hunting conditions. shot velocity.
Shotgun Features

The advanced aluminum alloy receiver


offers the strength of steel and exceptional
between-the-hands balance.

The trigger assembly uses a


durable two-pin system for easy
maintenance and cleaning.
The large “safety” button
offers excellent convenience.
Oversized bolt
handle and bolt
For optimum shooting comfort, SX4 shotguns release for faster,
feature a soft Inflex Technology recoil pad that uses easier operation.
directional deflection to pull the stock down and
away from your face.

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Lightweight, machined ventilated rib.

The longer Invector-Plus™ choke tubes have special tapers for optimum
patterning, and they are specially designed for back-bored barrels. It
allows you to change choke constrictions to meet the demands of the
game being hunted or target presentation. Extra-full choke tubes are
available for hunting turkey or other game requiring extremely tight
patterns with lead shot loads.

Quadra-Vent ™ ports on the


forearm vent excess gases
for cleaner operation
The advanced Active Valve gas
system uses just the right amount
of gas needed to cycle the action
and helps tame recoil.

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FIGURE 5 FIGURE 6 With the “safety” in the on safe position the trigger and
hammer are blocked and the shotgun cannot be fired. In
the off safe position, if your firearm is loaded with a shell
in the chamber, the chambered shell can be fired by
simply pulling the trigger.

DO NOT DEPEND ON THE RED COLOR ALONE TO


INDICATE YOUR FIREARM’S “SAFETY” STATUS. TIME,
EXPOSURE TO THE ELEMENTS AND THE ABRASIVE
ACTION OF CLEANING AGENTS CAN ERASE IT. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
The “safety” shown in the on safe The “safety” shown in the off safe
position. (Right-hand model shown.) position. (Right-hand model shown.)
Assembly
For right-hand versions with the “safety” in the
factory-installed position, place the firearm in the
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE
on safe position by pushing the “safety” button to the right
(Figure 5, page 12). To move the “safety” to the off safe or DIRECTION. BEFORE STARTING ASSEMBLY
fire position, push the “safety” button to the left. This PROCEDURES, VISUALLY INSPECT THE CHAMBER TO BE
exposes the red warning band on the “safety” button ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THE FIREARM IS COMPLETELY
(Figure 6, page 12). UNLOADED. PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE
For left-hand versions with the “safety” in the factory- POSITION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD
installed position, place the firearm in the on safe position RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
by pushing the “safety” button to the left. To move the The Super X®4 shotgun is delivered in the box with
“safety” to the off safe or fire position, push the “safety” the barrel removed and the forearm attached to the
button to the right. This exposes the red warning band on magazine tube.
the “safety” button.

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1. Take the receiver in hand. Lock the bolt rearward FIGURE 7
by pulling the bolt handle fully to the rear.

NEVER ALLOW THE ACTION TO SLAM CLOSED BY


PRESSING THE CARRIER RELEASE BUTTON WITHOUT
THE BARREL INSTALLED. IF THE BOLT IS RELEASED
FORWARD WITH THE BARREL REMOVED, THE BOLT
HANDLE WILL HIT THE RECEIVER AND CAUSE DAMAGE.
2. Remove the forearm from the magazine tube by
unscrewing the magazine cap and sliding the forearm
forward, off the magazine tube. Align the piston sleeve bar push rod with
the slot in the receiver.

DO NOT SQUEEZE HARD ON THE OPEN REAR END OF A • The push rod on 20 gauge models goes into the slot
WOOD FOREARM. TOO MUCH PRESSURE COULD CAUSE on the right side of the receiver.
THE WOOD TO SPLIT.
Make sure the piston sleeve spring is properly
3. The components of the gas system: The piston sleeve, positioned in the piston sleeve.
piston sleeve spring and gas piston remain in place
and do not need to be removed except for cleaning. 5. Slide the gas piston into the gas bracket (Figure 8,
If these components have been removed, reinstall page 14).
them as explained below. Otherwise, proceed to 6. Align the gas bracket and gas piston over the
step 7. magazine tube (Figure 9, page 14). Slide the gas
4. Slide the piston sleeve spring and piston sleeve (push bracket and gas piston over the magazine tube. The
rod end first) onto the magazine tube. barrel extension should slip solidly down into the
receiver. Make sure the push rod moves freely in its
• The push rod on 12 gauge models goes into the slot slot in the receiver.
on the left side of the receiver (Figure 7, page 13).

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FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9

Insert the gas piston and gas bracket


over the magazine tube. Start the
barrel extension into the receiver.

You may have to lift up slightly on


the sleeve bar.
Position the gas piston in the gas
bracket on the bottom of the barrel.

7. Replace the forearm by sliding it onto the magazine “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. FAILURE TO
tube and over the gas bracket so it seats securely. FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
Install the magazine cap finger tight. Open and close INJURY OR DEATH.
the action several times and retighten the magazine
cap to ensure a proper seal. 1. Unscrew the magazine cap and remove it.
2. Remove the forearm by sliding it forward off the
Disassembly magazine tube.
3. For cleaning, remove the barrel, gas piston, piston
sleeve and piston sleeve spring by sliding them
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE forward off the magazine tube. See “Cleaning
DIRECTION. BEFORE STARTING DISASSEMBLY and Maintenance Suggestions” on pages 29-31
PROCEDURES, OPEN THE ACTION AND VISUALLY for cleaning procedures.
INSPECT THE CHAMBER TO BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN If you are disassembling for storage, return the piston
THE FIREARM IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. PLACE THE sleeve spring, piston sleeve and piston onto the

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magazine tube. Reinstall the forearm over the SIDE OF THE BARREL. EXAMINE EVERY SHELL YOU PUT
magazine tube and screw on the magazine cap. You IN YOUR SHOTGUN. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING
will then have two compact units: 1) The barrel 2) COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND
The action with the stock and forearm. CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR SHOTGUN.
USE SHELLS OF THE CORRECT LENGTH. DO NOT USE 3"
AFTER THE BARREL HAS BEEN REMOVED, LEAVE OR 3½" SHELLS IN A BARREL WITH A 2¾" OR 2½"
THE BOLT IN THE REARWARD POSITION. DO NOT CHAMBER, OR 3½" SHELLS IN A BARREL WITH A 3"
PRESS THE BOLT RELEASE BUTTON. IF THE BOLT IS CHAMBER. DOING SO CAN RESULT IN A BUILDUP OF
RELEASED FORWARD WITH THE BARREL REMOVED, DANGEROUSLY HIGH PRESSURES. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THE BOLT HANDLE WILL STRIKE THE RECEIVER, THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
CAUSING DAMAGE. DEATH AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR SHOTGUN.
DO NOT PUT A 16 GAUGE SHELL OR A 20 GAUGE SHELL
Ammunition IN A 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. DO NOT PUT A 28 GAUGE
SHELL IN A 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN. DO NOT PUT A .410
BORE SHELL IN A 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN. NEVER PUT
DISCHARGING FIREARMS IN POORLY VENTILATED METALLIC SHELLS OF ANY KIND IN A SHOTGUN.
AREAS, CLEANING FIREARMS OR HANDLING SPECIFICALLY, NEVER PUT CENTERFIRE RIFLE OR
AMMUNITION MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE TO LEAD PISTOL CARTRIDGES IN A SHOTGUN CHAMBERED FOR
AND OTHER SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO CAUSE BIRTH .410 BORE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD
DEFECTS, REPRODUCTIVE HARM AND OTHER RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND CAUSE
SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURY. HAVE ADEQUATE DAMAGE TO YOUR SHOTGUN.
VENTILATION AT ALL TIMES. WASH HANDS
THOROUGHLY AFTER EXPOSURE. The most certain way to bulge or rupture a shotgun barrel
is to load a smaller gauge shell into a larger gauge
USE ONLY SHELLS OF THE CORRECT GAUGE AND chamber. The smaller gauge shell will not fall completely
LENGTH. THE GAUGE AND LENGTH OF THE CHAMBER IS through the barrel; its rim is caught by the front of a larger
INSCRIBED ON THE SIDE OF THE BARREL. DO NOT USE gauge chamber or at the larger gauge’s choke. Your
AMMUNITION OTHER THAN WHAT IS INSCRIBED ON THE shotgun will misfire (with the chamber appearing to be

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empty). It is then possible to load the correct gauge shell (They are not designed to shoot the lightest factory
behind the smaller gauge shell. If the shotgun is then 7/8 oz. and 1 oz. target loads or any 3½" shells.)

fired, the result will be a so-called “12-16, 12-20, 20-28 or • 20 gauge, 3" chamber — These models have a 3"
28-.410 burst” which can cause extensive damage to your chamber designed to shoot factory 20 gauge loads
shotgun and possible serious injury to you and others. including 2¾" and 3" (7/8 oz. to 1½ oz.) field loads.
The barrel and action of this firearm have been made (They are not designed to shoot the lightest factory
with safety margins over the pressures established by the 7/8 oz. and 1 oz. target loads.)

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute


(SAAMI) for Service Cartridges. However, we assume no Magazine Capacity
responsibility for incidents which occur through the use of
cartridges of nonstandard dimension or those developing With the magazine three-shot adaptor (plug) removed,
pressures in excess of SAAMI established standards. Super X®4 3" shotguns (12 and 20 gauge) will hold four
2¾" or three 3" shells in the magazine. Super X4 3½"
There are three basic versions of this shotgun. This shotguns will hold four 2¾" shells, or three 3" or 3½"
information can be found inscribed on the barrel. The shells in the magazine. With the magazine three-shot
barrel can safely shoot both lead and steel shot. Special adaptor (plug) installed magazine capacity is limited to
rifled choke tubes and rifled barrels are designed for two shells in the magazine.
shooting sabot-type slugs. Winchester ammunition is
always an excellent choice for your shotgun, delivering Remember, “total” capacity includes an additional shell in
unmatched performance and dependability. the chamber in addition to a full magazine.
• 12 gauge, 3½" chamber — These models have a 3½" It is extremely important that you know the magazine
chamber designed to shoot factory 12 gauge loads capacity of your shotgun. Under appropriate
including 2¾", 3" and 3½" (11/8 oz. to 2¼ oz.) field circumstances, at a range or other suitable shooting
loads. (They are not designed to shoot the lightest location, load your magazine to full capacity and make
factory 7/8 oz. and 1 oz. loads.) note of the number of shells.
• 12 gauge, 3" chamber — These models have a 3" IMPORTANT: Because 3" and 3½" shotguns can
chamber designed to shoot factory 12 gauge loads handle mixed shells of different lengths, total capacity
including 2¾" and 3" (1 oz. to 2 oz.) field loads. may be affected.

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Three-Shot Adaptor (Plug) FIGURE 10

Depress the magazine Keep your free hand


spring retainer tab. over the retainer.
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE
DIRECTION. BEFORE REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE
THREE-SHOT ADAPTOR, COMPLETELY UNLOAD THE
SHOTGUN. OPEN THE ACTION AND VISUALLY INSPECT
THE CHAMBER, FEED MECHANISM AND MAGAZINE
TO BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THE FIREARM IS
COMPLETELY UNLOADED. PLACE THE “SAFETY”
IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN REMOVING OR
INSTALLING THE THREE-SHOT ADAPTOR TO PREVENT Removing the Three-Shot Adaptor (Plug)
SPRINGS, SPRING-LOADED PARTS, SOLVENTS OR 1. Unscrew the magazine cap and remove it, the forearm,
OTHER AGENTS FROM CONTACTING YOUR EYES, barrel and gas piston.
RESULTING IN INJURY.
2. The magazine three-shot adaptor is located
The Super X®4 shotgun is delivered with the magazine underneath the magazine spring retainer located in
three-shot adaptor (plug) installed in the magazine, the forward end of the magazine tube. To remove the
limiting magazine capacity to two shells in compliance magazine spring retainer, use a flat-blade screwdriver
with federal migratory bird regulations. If you do not to depress the magazine spring retainer tab, located
wish to be limited to three shots, when it is not required in the window on the magazine tube while keeping
by law, you can remove (or reinstall) the three-shot your hand on the magazine spring retainer (Figure 10,
adaptor as follows: page 17). Slowly remove the magazine spring retainer
as it is under pressure from the magazine spring
(Figure 11, page 18). Remove the magazine
three-shot adaptor (Figure 12, page 18).

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FIGURE 11 FIGURE 12

Slowly remove the magazine spring retainer. Keep it under control with Remove the plug from the end of the
your hand as it is under spring pressure. magazine spring.

3. Compress the magazine spring back into the magazine 2. Carefully remove the magazine spring retainer as
tube and replace the magazine spring retainer. Make explained previously, maintaining control of the
sure the magazine spring retainer tab is locked in place magazine spring.
in the slot in the magazine tube.
3. Insert the three-shot adaptor (plug) into the
4. Reinstall the gas piston, barrel, forearm and magazine. Use the three-shot adaptor to force the
magazine cap. magazine spring into the magazine until the base of
the three-shot adaptor is level with the end of the
Installing the Three-Shot Adaptor (Plug) magazine tube.
If you need to install the magazine three-shot adaptor 4. Replace the magazine spring retainer. Make sure the
(plug) to limit your shotgun magazine to two shells, again magazine spring retainer tab is locked in place in the
perform the following operation: slot in the magazine tube.
1. Unscrew the magazine cap and remove it, the forearm,
5. Reinstall the gas piston, barrel, forearm and
barrel and gas piston.
magazine cap.

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Loading FIGURE 13

WHEN LOADING YOUR SHOTGUN ALWAYS KEEP THE


MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION, ALWAYS
PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION AND
KEEP YOUR FINGERS AWAY FROM THE TRIGGER.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE, DO NOT CARRY
Push the shell
YOUR SHOTGUN WITH A SHELL IN THE CHAMBER. WHEN completely into
FIRING IS NO LONGER IMMINENT, MAKE SURE THE the magazine.
“SAFETY” IS IN THE ON SAFE POSITION AND UNLOAD
THE CHAMBER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 2. Close the bolt by pressing the bolt release button.
There are two methods used to load a shell into the 3. Insert a shell of the proper gauge and length through
chamber of the 12 gauge Super X®4 shotgun: Loading the loading port at the bottom of the receiver up into
through the ejection port and loading from the magazine. the magazine, using your thumb to position it fully
20 gauge models may be loaded by these two methods and forward in the magazine tube (Figure 13, page 19).
also loaded with the Speed Load feature. See page 21 for Make certain the rim of the shell engages the shell
additional details. stop and is held fully inside the magazine tube. It will
make an audible click when fully inserted.
Loading the Magazine 4. If desired, continue loading the magazine until it
1. Pull the bolt handle to the rear until the bolt locks in is full.
the open position. Visually inspect the chamber, feed
mechanism and magazine to make sure they are
unloaded and clear of any obstructions.

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FIGURE 14 chamber as the bolt closes. Another shell can then be
inserted into the magazine to load to full capacity.

THE SHOTGUN IS NOW READY TO FIRE BY SIMPLY


MOVING THE “SAFETY” TO THE OFF SAFE POSITION
AND PULLING THE TRIGGER.

Loading the Chamber Through the


Ejection Port
1. Pull the bolt handle to the rear until the bolt locks in
When loading the chamber the open position. Visually inspect the chamber, feed
directly, drop a loaded shell in mechanism and magazine to make sure they are clear
the open ejection port.
of any obstructions.
2. Insert a shell of the proper gauge and length through
Loading the Chamber Manually From the ejection port into the open breech (Figure 14,
the Magazine page 20).
1. With the bolt closed, depress the carrier with the 3. Press the bolt release button to deliver the shell
front of the shell and, using your thumb, push the into the chamber. The chamber is now loaded.
shell into the magazine until the shell is held in place
by the shell stop.
2. If desired, continue to load the magazine, as explained KEEP YOUR FINGERS CLEAR OF THE EJECTION PORT
above, to full capacity. WHENEVER CLOSING THE ACTION WITH THE BOLT
RELEASE BUTTON. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING
3. If firing is imminent, a shell can now be moved from COULD RESULT IN INJURY.
the magazine to the chamber by pulling back fully on
the bolt handle and releasing it forward. A shell will 4. With a shell in the chamber, you may load the
be fed automatically from the magazine to the magazine to full capacity. To load the magazine, insert

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a shell of the proper gauge and length through the LOADING PROCEDURE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
loading port at the bottom of the receiver up into the WARNING COULD RESULT IN INJURY.
magazine, using your thumb to position it fully forward
3. If desired, load the magazine to full capacity by
in the magazine tube. Make sure the rim of the shell
inserting a shell of the proper gauge and length
engages the shell stop and is held fully inside the
through the loading port at the bottom of the receiver
magazine tube. It will make an audible click when
up into the magazine, using your thumb to position
fully inserted.
it fully forward in the magazine tube (Figure 13,
page 19). Make sure the rim of the shell engages the
shell stop and is held fully inside the magazine tube.
THE SHOTGUN IS NOW READY TO FIRE BY SIMPLY
It will make an audible click when fully inserted.
MOVING THE “SAFETY” TO THE OFF SAFE POSITION
AND PULLING THE TRIGGER.

Speed Loading (20 gauge only)


THE SHOTGUN IS NOW READY TO FIRE BY SIMPLY
MOVING THE “SAFETY” TO THE OFF SAFE POSITION
The Speed Load function of the Super X®4 20 gauge AND PULLING THE TRIGGER.
models makes loading the chamber fast and convenient.
With the bolt open and the magazine empty, the first
shell inserted into the magazine will be instantly loaded Firing
into the chamber. To use this feature, perform the
following operation.
NEVER LOAD A SHELL INTO THE CHAMBER OR PLACE
1. With the magazine empty, lock the bolt to the rear in THE “SAFETY” IN THE OFF SAFE POSITION UNLESS
the open position SHOOTING IS IMMINENT. ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE
2. Insert a shell into the magazine. The shell will POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
be automatically cycled from the magazine to THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
the chamber. OR DEATH.
1. Place the “safety” in the on safe position and load a
KEEP YOUR FINGERS CLEAR OF THE EJECTION PORT shell into the chamber as explained previously.
WHEN LOADING THE SHOTGUN USING THE SPEED

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2. With a shell in the chamber, you need only move the COMPLETELY UNLOADED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
“safety” to the off safe position to fire the shotgun. WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
3. When ready to fire, move the “safety” into the off safe OR DEATH.
position, take aim and squeeze the trigger.
After a shell is fired, the gas-operated system ejects Unloading
the fired shell and picks up a loaded shell from the
magazine and automatically chambers it.
WHEN UNLOADING YOUR SHOTGUN ALWAYS PLACE THE
You may continue to fire the shotgun until the “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. KEEP THE
magazine is empty by pulling the trigger to fire each MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND YOUR
shell. After the last shell is fired, the breech of the
FINGERS AWAY FROM THE TRIGGER. FAILURE TO
shotgun remains open, with the bolt locked to the
rear. This allows convenient and fast reloading. FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
If you are done shooting, leave the bolt locked to the
rear, with the breech in the open position so that you ALWAYS INSPECT THE CHAMBER, FEED MECHANISM
may visually inspect the chamber, bore, carrier and AND MAGAZINE CAREFULLY AFTER UNLOADING TO
magazine to be sure they contain no shells. BE SURE ALL LIVE SHELLS ARE CLEARED FROM
THE FIREARM.
1. Grasp the bolt handle and cycle the action until
AFTER FIRING, OR WHEN SHOOTING IS NO LONGER
all shells are transferred from the magazine to
IMMINENT, IMMEDIATELY PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN the chamber and then ejected. Take care to
THE ON SAFE POSITION. avoid damaging shells. Avoid letting them fall to
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT the ground.
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 2. When the last shell in the magazine has been cycled
through the chamber and out the ejection port, the
EVEN WITH THE BOLT LOCKED OPEN AFTER SHOOTING,
bolt will lock rearward. The bolt will also lock
DO NOT ASSUME THE SHOTGUN IS UNLOADED. ALWAYS rearward when cycled with an empty magazine.
INSPECT THE CHAMBER, FEED MECHANISM AND
MAGAZINE TO BE CERTAIN THE SHOTGUN IS 3. Visually inspect the chamber, feed mechanism and
magazine to assure there are no shells remaining.

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Interchangeable Choke Tube System TUBE INSTALLED. DAMAGE MAY RESULT TO THE
THREADS INSIDE THE BARREL.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE OR INSTALL A CHOKE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION COULD
TUBE IN A LOADED FIREARM. WHENEVER REMOVING OR RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR SHOTGUN OR
INSTALLING A CHOKE TUBE IN A SHOTGUN ALWAYS POSSIBLE INJURY.
KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION.
OPEN THE ACTION AND MAKE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN
USE ONLY THE CHOKE TUBE WRENCH SUPPLIED WITH
THE SHOTGUN IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED, ALWAYS
YOUR SHOTGUN TO INSTALL AND REMOVE CHOKE
PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION AND
TUBES. USING ANY OTHER WRENCH MAY DAMAGE THE
KEEP YOUR FINGERS AWAY FROM THE TRIGGER.
THREADS IN THE BARREL.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. All Super X®4 shotgun barrels are threaded to accept
the Invector-Plus™ choke system. Standard Invector,
WinChoke and Invector-Plus tubes are not
INVECTOR-PLUS, STANDARD INVECTOR AND WINCHOKE interchangeable. Confirm the choke system of your
CHOKE TUBES ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE. DO NOT shotgun by looking on the right side of the barrel where
the specifications are inscribed, where the choke markings
USE INVECTOR-PLUS, STANDARD INVECTOR OR
are normally located.
WINCHOKE CHOKE TUBES IN ANY SHOTGUN BARREL
NOT SUPPLIED BY WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS. The constriction of each choke tube is indicated twice on
the choke tube: On the side of the tube, and indicated
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER CHOKING DEVICE IN ANY with a “notch” code on the top rim of the tube. The
SHOTGUN BARREL SUPPLIED BY WINCHESTER included choke tube wrench is used to remove and install
REPEATING ARMS. choke tubes.
USE ONLY THE APPROPRIATE GAUGE AND TYPE OF Some target shotguns include premium extended choke
CHOKE TUBE, MARKED INVECTOR-PLUS, STANDARD tubes. The constriction of premium choke tubes is
INVECTOR OR WINCHOKE, IN THIS SHOTGUN. DO NOT indicated twice on the choke tube: On the side of the
FIRE THIS SHOTGUN WITHOUT THE CORRECT CHOKE tube, and indicated with an abbreviation in the colored
band. The constriction of flush fit choke tubes is

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FIGURE 15 indicated twice on the choke tube: On the side of the
O N E N OT C H T H R E E N OT C H E S F I V E N OT C H E S tube, and indicated with a “notch” code on the top rim of
the tube. The included choke tube wrench is used to
remove and install extended choke tubes.
Choke tubes are compatible with factory ammunition
that has been loaded in compliance with SAAMI
specifications, including magnum lead and steel shot
loads, sabots and shotgun slug loads.
Replacement and additional tubes and wrenches are
available from your Winchester Repeating Arms dealer, or
by contacting the Winchester Repeating Arms Customer
Service Department. See page 38 for contact information.
T W O N OT C H E S F O U R N OT C H E S N O N OT C H E S
Choke Tube Selection
RIM PAT T E R N W I T H PAT T E R N W I T H
N OT C H E S L E A D S H OT S T E E L S H OT To help you choose the correct choke tube for each
EXTENDED** X-FULL TURKEY **
hunting and shooting situation, Invector choke tubes are
inscribed on the side with the patterns they produce with
I FULL *
both lead and steel shot. Each Invector tube also has
II I M P. M O D I F I E D FULL1 notches in the top rim of the tube (Figure 15, page 24).
III MODIFIED FULL1 These notches are a code to allow you to determine the
IIII I M P. C Y L I N D E R MODIFIED
choke designation while the tube is installed. Rim
notches refer specifically to lead shot. Use the charts on
IIIII SKEET I M P. C Y L I N D E R
this page to cross-reference from lead to steel, and
N O N OT C H E S CYLINDER CYLINDER determine the appropriate tubes for your ammunition and
*
Not for use with steel shot. Using an over-tight choke constriction with hunting/shooting situation.
steel shot will result in an ineffective “blown” pattern. Several choke tubes are supplied with your shotgun.
**
Extra Full Turkey, extended with ports. Do not use with steel shot. The choke tubes listed are also available as accessories.
1
When more than one choke tube is listed for a given steel shot pattern, use
Remember, WinChoke, Standard Invector and
the more open choke listed for high velocity, larger shot size steel loads. Invector-Plus tubes are not interchangeable. Before

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removing or installing tubes, or reading the rim notch outward. When it becomes finger-tight, use the
code, make sure your shotgun is completely unloaded and included choke tube wrench to firmly seat the tube.
the “safety” is in the on safe position.

Choke Tube Removal THE CHOKE TUBES SHOULD BE PERIODICALLY CHECKED


1. Place the “safety” in the on safe position. Always TO ASSURE THEY ARE TIGHT AND FIRMLY SEATED.
make sure the shotgun is completely unloaded. BEFORE CHECKING, FOLLOW ALL CHOKE TUBE
Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION “SAFETY” GUIDELINES
2. Use the choke tube wrench to loosen the tube, PREVIOUSLY OUTLINED.
turning it counterclockwise. Finger-twist the tube
the rest of the way out of the barrel. Scope Mounting Instructions
Choke Tube Installation
1. Place the “safety” in the on safe position. Always BEFORE MOUNTING A SCOPE, SIGHT OR OTHER
make sure the shotgun is completely unloaded. ACCESSORIES TO YOUR SHOTGUN, PLACE THE
Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. OPEN THE ACTION
2. Before installing a tube, check the internal choke tube AND MAKE CERTAIN YOUR SHOTGUN IS COMPLETELY
threads in the muzzle, as well as the threads on the UNLOADED. KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE
choke tube to be sure they are clean. Lightly oil the DIRECTION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS
threads with a high-quality, lightweight gun oil. COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Some Super X®4 shotguns are designed to accept a scope
or other optical sight; usually these are turkey and deer
FAILURE TO CLEAN AND OIL THE THREADS ON THE models. The top of the receiver on some of these models
CHOKE TUBE COULD RESULT IN THE CHOKE TUBE is drilled and tapped for scope bases. Other models are
SEIZING IN THE BARREL. equipped with a cantilever scope base. If your shotgun has
3. Using your fingers, screw the appropriate tube into the a cantilever mount, follow the mounting instructions
muzzle of the barrel, tapered end first, notched end supplied with your scope rings and/or scope. If your
shotgun’s receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts,

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four holes (in line, in pairs on top of the receiver) will be offset from the middle. These are the grooves that the
visible. They are fitted with filler screws. If your receiver crossbolts in your scope rings will pass through. The
is drilled and tapped you must adhere to the following: grooves are offset to allow you to position the bases to
fit the design/length of your scope and the placement
of the scope front to back for proper eye relief. Place
YOUR WINCHESTER SHOTGUN IS DRILLED AND TAPPED both grooves to the rear, both to the front, or one
FOR THE MOUNTING OF BASES AND RINGS TO in each direction, depending on your scope and
ACCOMMODATE AN APPROPRIATE SCOPE OR SIGHT. desired position.
ALWAYS USE THE CORRECT BASES FOR THIS SHOTGUN 7. Once you know which configuration you will use,
WITH THE APPROPRIATE LENGTH SCREWS WHICH ARE insert the screws through the bases and screw them
AT LEAST 11/32" IN LENGTH. into the receiver top using the correct wrench or
screwdriver (usually a 3/32" hex wrench). You must
1. Open the action and place your shotgun on a table or use screws which are at least 11/32" in length to ensure
other safe/secure location. Protect the finish with rags proper thread engagement.
or other padding.
Many gunsmiths find it helpful to use a drop of
2. You should have two Super X®4 compatible bases and serviceable thread locking compound to assure the
four screws of at least 11/32" in length. Make sure your screws stay tight. Make sure the compound does not
bases are compatible with your shotgun. get into the action. Be careful to assure that the
3. Clean all oil, grease or dirt from the receiver top and threads of each screw engage properly in the threads
from the scope base parts. in the receiver to prevent stripping the threads in the
alloy receiver.
4. Position your shotgun in the upright position with the
top of the receiver upward. 8. Tighten the screws snugly, but do not overtighten.
5. Remove all four filler screws from the top of the 9. Mount your scope rings and scope as outlined in the
receiver using a very small, thin-bladed gunsmithing- instructions supplied with your scope rings and/or
type screwdriver. scope. Always make sure you have the proper eye
relief. Always make sure that the saddle crossbolts
6. Pre-position the bases on the receiver top to
and the cap bolts on the rings are fully tightened
determine the best orientation of the bases. Most
before using your shotgun.
bases have transverse grooves cut into them that are

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Extra Barrels Length of Pull Adjustment

BEFORE INSTALLING ACCESSORY BARRELS ON BEFORE PERFORMING STOCK ADJUSTMENT


YOUR SHOTGUN, READ THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES PROCEDURES, PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE
TO ENSURE THE BARREL/SHOTGUN COMBINATION POSITION. OPEN THE ACTION AND MAKE CERTAIN YOUR
IS SAFE. PLACE THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE SHOTGUN IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. KEEP THE
POSITION. OPEN THE ACTION AND MAKE CERTAIN MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. FAILURE TO
YOUR SHOTGUN IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. KEEP THE FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. FAILURE TO INJURY OR DEATH.
FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS The stock can be adjusted for length of pull by adding or
INJURY OR DEATH. removing spacers to the rear of the stock. This applies to
The versatility of your new shotgun can be extended with both composite and wood stock models. Each spacer
an extra barrel. Most shotgun barrels are interchangeable extends length of pull ¼" and a maximum of three spacers
within a given gauge and chamber length. No special can be added to extend length of pull ¾". With longer
fitting is required. However, some important restrictions screws (not provided), more than three spacers can be
must be observed: added to further extend length of pull.
• Never use a barrel with a 3½" chamber on a shotgun Composite stock models come from the factory with
designed for barrels with a 3" chamber. two spacers in the box. Wood stock shotguns come with
one ¼" spacer installed, and one ¼" spacer in the box.
• Never use a barrel with a 3" chamber on a shotgun Additional spacers can be ordered through your local
designed for barrels with a 3½" chamber. Winchester Repeating Arms dealer or by calling our
• Never use any other barrel from any other Customer Service Department at (800) 333-3288.
manufacturer on your shotgun. Some other Length of pull can be shortened by having a gunsmith
brands may seem similar, but the barrels are trim the stock and refit the recoil pad. Composite stock
not interchangeable. guns can be trimmed up to ½".
• Never use a barrel from other Winchester shotguns,
including those for the Super X®1, Super X®2 or
Super X®3.

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FIGURE 16 FIGURE 17
The stock spacers fit between the recoil pad and buttstock to increase length
of pull.

Locate the two slits in the recoil


pad and loosen the screws that
hold the recoil pad in place.

To Adjust Length of Pull 3. Add or subtract spacers to fit your firearm to your
1. Make sure your shotgun is completely unloaded and specifications (Figure 17, page 28). After making
the “safety” is in the on safe position. an adjustment hold the shotgun to your shoulder to
determine if the new length feels comfortable.
2. Use a #2 cross tip or Phillips screwdriver to remove Remember to always keep the muzzle pointed in
the recoil pad at the end of the buttstock (Figure 16, a safe direction, the “safety” in the on safe position
page 28). Place a small amount of petroleum jelly on and the shotgun completely unloaded.
the screw access slits on the top and bottom of the
rear of the buttstock to prevent damaging the recoil 4. When you are satisfied with the length of pull, start
pad. Insert the screwdriver into each of the two the screws through the pad and spacer(s) into the
access holes. Make certain the tip of the screwdriver holes in the stock.
engages the head of the screw. Turn the screw 5. Attach the recoil pad to the stock using the
counterclockwise until the screw is completely screwdriver. Turn the screws clockwise to tighten.
loose from the stock. When both screws are free, Do not overtighten the screws.
remove the recoil pad.

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Cleaning and Maintenance Suggestions MAY DAMAGE THE FINISHES OF YOUR FIREARM. USE
CARE TO PREVENT CHEMICALS FROM MAKING
CONTACT WITH FINISHES WHEN CLEANING THE BORE
BEFORE PERFORMING CLEANING PROCEDURES, PLACE AND ACTION OF YOUR FIREARM.
THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. OPEN THE
ACTION AND MAKE CERTAIN YOUR SHOTGUN IS Cleaning the Barrel
COMPLETELY UNLOADED. KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED Your Super X®4 shotgun will function better and more
IN A SAFE DIRECTION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE reliably over a longer period of time if it is properly
WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY maintained and kept clean. You should clean your
OR DEATH. shotgun after every day of shooting, and more often
if it becomes excessively dirty. The barrel should be
cleaned and the action wiped clean and oiled after
WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN DISASSEMBLING AND every day of shooting. The gas system should require
CLEANING YOUR SHOTGUN TO PREVENT SPRINGS, only occasional cleaning.
SPRING-LOADED PARTS, SOLVENTS OR OTHER AGENTS Normal maintenance can be accomplished with the barrel
FROM CONTACTING YOUR EYES, RESULTING IN INJURY. still attached to the receiver (oiling and wiping down).
More careful cleaning requires removal of the barrel from
the receiver (cleaning the barrel), and the removal of
KEEP ALL AMMUNITION AWAY FROM THE CLEANING the gas piston, piston sleeve and piston sleeve spring
AREA. NEVER TEST THE MECHANICAL FUNCTION OF components. A complete cleaning requires removal of
the bolt and trigger group.
YOUR SHOTGUN WITH LIVE AMMUNITION. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS If a malfunction occurs, perform a thorough cleaning
INJURY OR DEATH. to see if it solves the problem before seeking the
services of a Winchester Repeating Arms Authorized
Repair Center, the Winchester Repeating Arms Service
SOME CLEANING SOLVENTS, LUBRICANTS AND OTHER Facility in Arnold, Missouri, or a qualified gunsmith.
STRONG CHEMICALS SUCH AS THOSE FOUND IN DEET- 1. Place the “safety” in the on safe position. Open the
CONTAINING INSECT REPELLENTS, SUNSCREENS, ETC. action and inspect the chamber and magazine to make

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certain they do not contain any shells. Keep the MEASURES WHEN WORKING WITH SOLVENTS TO AVOID
muzzle pointed in a safe direction. SERIOUS INJURY.
2. Remove the forearm and barrel as explained under 6. After all leading and plastic residues have been
“Disassembly” on pages 14-15. removed, run a clean, dry patch through the bore.
3. Using a shotgun cleaning rod with a slotted tip or Follow this with a final, lightly oiled patch.
cleaning jag and a patch large enough for a snug fit in 7. Reassemble the shotgun and wipe all exposed metal
the bore, insert the rod and a lightly oiled patch in the surfaces with an oiled cloth making sure to wipe away
breech end of the barrel and run back and forth all finger marks where moisture could accumulate.
through the bore several times. Remove and wipe the
8. Inspect the barrel and chamber to be certain no
choke tube, threads and barrel threads with a nylon
patches have inadvertently been left in them.
brush and lightly oil.
Remove any that remain.
4. Inspect the bore from both ends for leading and plastic
9. Lightly oil your firearm at the points described under
residue that often remains in the bores from the shot
“Periodic Oiling” on page 31. Regular, light oiling is
cups in modern shells. Leading and plastic residue will
extremely important to the durability and reliable
appear as longitudinal streaks and are usually more
operation of your shotgun.
predominant near the muzzle and just forward of the
chamber. A normal amount of either is common and 10. The wood surfaces can also be wiped with a quality,
not serious. lightweight gun oil or they can be polished with any
quality furniture wax (but not both).
5. If leading or plastic residue seems excessive you can
remove it by brushing the bore with a brass brush. Cleaning the Gas System
Soak the brush or spray the bore with a powder
solvent first. Scrub until clean. To prevent bristles 1. Remove the gas piston, piston sleeve spring and piston
from breaking off, push the brush fully through the sleeve from the magazine tube as explained in
barrel each time before pulling it back through. “Disassembly” on pages 14-15.
2. Spray the magazine tube, gas piston and piston sleeve
with gun solvent and brush them thoroughly with a
MOST SOLVENTS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. WEAR EYE nylon brush to remove any deposits. It will be easier to
PROTECTION AND PRACTICE APPROPRIATE SAFETY remove the piston sleeve spring to clean the interior

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of the piston sleeve. Spray the inside of the gas piston Servicing the Trigger Group and
with solvent. A green Scotch-Brite® kitchen scrub pad Bolt Assemblies
works best for removal of heavy carbon fouling on the
tube and inside the gas piston. Do not remove the
spring inside of the piston. Never use a steel brush on BEFORE PERFORMING CLEANING PROCEDURES, PLACE
any of the gas system components. THE “SAFETY” IN THE ON SAFE POSITION. OPEN THE
3. Complete the cleaning of the gas system by ACTION AND MAKE CERTAIN YOUR SHOTGUN IS
applying a light film of oil to all parts for protection COMPLETELY UNLOADED. KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED
and lubrication. IN A SAFE DIRECTION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
Periodic Oiling
OR DEATH.
The metal parts of a firearm should receive a light
film of oil after the firearm has been exposed to weather
or handling. WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN DISASSEMBLING AND
Occasionally, a drop of lightweight gun oil may be placed CLEANING YOUR SHOTGUN TO PREVENT SPRINGS,
inside the receiver on the rails on which the bolt slides, SPRING-LOADED PARTS, SOLVENTS OR OTHER AGENTS
and on the surface of the magazine tube, where the gas FROM CONTACTING YOUR EYES, RESULTING IN INJURY.
piston slides. This will help relieve friction and ensure
smooth operation.
If the firearm has been exposed to excessive dust, dirt, KEEP ALL AMMUNITION AWAY FROM THE CLEANING
mud or water, the principal working parts (including the AREA. NEVER TEST THE MECHANICAL FUNCTION OF
gas system) should be wiped clean and lubricated with a YOUR SHOTGUN WITH LIVE AMMUNITION. FAILURE TO
light film of quality, lightweight gun oil. FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
The trigger group and bolt can be removed if the action
DO NOT PLACE LARGE QUANTITIES OF OIL INTO THE
becomes excessively dirty or wet. If this occurs,
ACTION. EXCESS OIL WILL RUN BACK INTO THE WOOD disassemble the action for a complete cleaning as
OF THE STOCK SOFTENING THE WOOD, WITH
CONSEQUENTIAL LOOSENING OF THE STOCK.

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explained in the following sections. The trigger group and FIGURE 18
bolt assembly of your Super X®4 shotgun are designed to
be removed in the field, without special tools. Remove the pins completely
from the receiver.
Disassembly of the action involves the removal of
the bolt assembly and the trigger group. Disassembly
beyond this point should only be performed by a
qualified gunsmith.

Removing the Trigger Group


1. Place the bolt in the forward position by holding the
bolt handle and depressing the bolt release button.

NEVER ALLOW THE ACTION TO SLAM CLOSED BY


PRESSING THE BOLT RELEASE BUTTON WITHOUT THE
BARREL INSTALLED. IF THE BOLT IS RELEASED 4. Perform any cleaning of the parts and receiver cavity
as necessary. We suggest cleaning the trigger group
FORWARD WITH THE BARREL REMOVED, THE BOLT
with a quality aerosol gun solvent. Allow it to dry and
HANDLE WILL HIT THE RECEIVER AND CAUSE DAMAGE. then very lightly oil the moving parts.
2. Use a punch or similar object to push inward on the
trigger group pins, taking care not to scratch the
receiver. Trigger group pins may be removed from DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE TRIGGER GROUP BEYOND
either side of the receiver. Push the trigger group pins THIS POINT.
through the receiver. Pull on them from the opposite
side to remove them (Figure 18, page 32). Reinstalling the Trigger Group
3. Grasp the trigger guard and pull it up and out of the 1. Make sure the bolt is in the forward position.
receiver (Figure 19, page 33).
2. Insert the trigger group into the receiver. Align the
holes in the trigger group with the holes on each side
of the receiver.

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FIGURE 19 FIGURE 20

Lift the trigger group


from the receiver.

Remove the bolt handle.

3. Reinsert the trigger group pins and gently tap them


into place with a plastic or wooden mallet, again using
caution not to scratch the receiver. NEVER ALLOW THE ACTION TO SLAM CLOSED BY
PRESSING THE BOLT RELEASE BUTTON WITHOUT
Removing the Bolt Assembly THE BARREL INSTALLED. IF THE BOLT IS RELEASED
1. Remove the trigger group as explained on pages 31-32. FORWARD WITH THE BARREL REMOVED, THE BOLT
HANDLE WILL HIT THE RECEIVER AND CAUSE DAMAGE.
2. Pull the bolt handle to the rear until the bolt locks in
the open position. 5. On 12 gauge models, remove the bolt handle
by pulling it outward (Figure 20, page 33).
3. Remove the barrel, gas piston, piston sleeve and
piston sleeve spring as explained previously. On 20 gauge models, remove the bolt handle by
holding the shotgun with the loading port up. Press
4. Place the bolt in the forward position by holding the the shell stop while pulling outward on the bolt
bolt handle and pressing the bolt release button. handle (Figure 21, page 34).

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FIGURE 21 FIGURE 22

Press the shell stop and pull


on the bolt handle to remove Remove the bolt assembly forward,
the handle (20 gauge). out the front of the receiver.

FIGURE 23
6. On 12 gauge models, slide the bolt assembly forward
and out of the receiver (Figure 22, page 34).
On 20 gauge models, press the shell stop and slide the
bolt and bolt slide forward and out of the receiver.
7. The bolt and bolt slide can be separated for cleaning
(Figure 23, page 35). Perform any cleaning of the bolt
and receiver cavity as necessary.
Separate the bolt
and bolt slide for
easy cleaning.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE BOLT ASSEMBLY BEYOND
THIS POINT.

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FIGURE 24 FIGURE 25

Reassemble the bolt


and bolt slide link.

When installing the bolt assembly, make


sure you install it link end first. Line up
the rails with the receiver.

Reinstalling the Bolt Assembly FIGURE 26


1. Reassemble the bolt and bolt slide (Figure 24, page 35). Recoil Spring Bolt Slide Link
Follower Socket
2. Place a few drops of oil in the grooves to lubricate the
bolt slide rails (Figure 3, page 9). Align the rails on
the bolt slide with the grooves in the bottom of the
receiver and place the bolt assembly back in the
receiver, bolt slide link end first (Figure 25, page 35).
3. Guide the bolt slide link into its socket in the recoil
spring follower (Figure 26, page 35).
4. On 12 gauge models, replace the bolt handle by Carefully guide the bolt slide link into its
inserting it in its slot in the bolt. socket in the recoil spring follower. This
must be done correctly or your firearm
will not function.

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On 20 gauge models, replace the bolt handle by Wipe the receiver cavity clean. Lightly oil the cavity
inserting it into the slot in the bolt by holding the and wipe it dry. No further disassembly is required
shotgun with the loading port up and pressing the for cleaning.
shell stop while inserting the bolt handle into the slot. 2. Reassemble the trigger group, bolt assembly, gas
IMPORTANT: On 20 gauge models, it may be system and the barrel to the receiver as explained
necessary to pull out on the bolt handle slightly until previously. Then wipe all exposed metal surfaces with
the shell stop clicks back in place. Failure to follow an oiled cloth, making sure to wipe clean all finger
these instructions will result in the inability to load marks where moisture could accumulate.
the magazine. 3. The barrel and action should be inspected thoroughly
5. Open and close the action several times to make sure to be certain no cleaning patches have been
the bolt slide link and recoil spring follower are inadvertently left in them.
properly engaged.
Cleaning the Invector-Plus™ Choke System
1. Never use a brass brush to clean your barrels unless
NEVER ALLOW THE ACTION TO SLAM CLOSED BY choke tubes are installed. Bristles could break off and
PRESSING THE CARRIER RELEASE BUTTON WITHOUT lodge in the threads, making installation and removal
HAVING THE BARREL INSTALLED. DAMAGE WILL of the choke tubes difficult.
RESULT TO THE RECEIVER AND BOLT HANDLE. 2. Regularly remove the choke tubes to clean and oil the
threads inside the barrel, as well as on the choke tube
Cleaning the Action
itself. This will protect the threads from being
1. When the action becomes excessively dirty, remove damaged and also prevent a dirt build-up that would
the trigger group and bolt assembly from the receiver cause the choke tube to become difficult to remove.
as explained under “Servicing the Trigger Group and Clean the threads with solvent and a small, soft brush
Bolt Assemblies” beginning on page 30. Clean with a like a toothbrush. Wipe completely clean and leave a
gun solvent as necessary, using a nylon brush thin film of clean oil on the threads, both on the tube
to loosen any caked-on grime. and in the barrel. The threads of the choke tube and
the internal threads of the barrel should be cleaned
after each use and before the installation of a tube.

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3. Be careful when removing/installing a choke tube. Use Authorized Repair Center. To locate an Authorized
only the specially designed wrench. Damage can result Repair Center visit winchesterguns.com, contact our
to both the choke tube and barrel when attempting to customer service department or ask your local Winchester
remove or install choke tubes. Repeating Arms dealer. You may also send your firearm to
4. Never fire your shotgun or run cleaning tools through the Winchester Repeating Arms Service Facility in
the barrel of any choke-tubed shotgun without having Arnold, Missouri. In order to avoid service delays, do not
the choke tubes installed. send your firearm directly to our service facility without
authorization from one of our service specialists.
Parts listings, a list of Authorized Repair Centers, service
NEVER ATTEMPT TO TAKE YOUR FIREARM APART procedures, service/repair form and general product
FURTHER THAN EXPLAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. information are on the web at winchesterguns.com.
YOUR FIREARM IS A SPECIALIZED, FINELY FITTED When returning your firearm for service, you must do
MECHANISM. YOU MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE IT BY the following:
ATTEMPTING TO DISASSEMBLE THE INNER 1. Be sure it is completely unloaded.
MECHANISM. IF FURTHER DISASSEMBLY FOR SERVICE
OR CLEANING IS REQUIRED, TAKE YOUR FIREARM TO 2. Remove any optics, optic mounts or
other accessories.
A QUALIFIED GUNSMITH, OR CONTACT OUR ARNOLD,
MISSOURI SERVICE FACILITY AS EXPLAINED UNDER 3. Package it securely in a cardboard container.
“PARTS, SERVICE, REPAIR AND QUESTIONS.” 4. Enclose the service/repair form available at
winchesterguns.com or a letter that clearly describes
Other Suggestions the trouble experienced, the ammunition used and the
After extended periods of heavy use, your firearm should repairs desired. Also include your name, email address
be taken to a qualified gunsmith to have the action (if possible) and a daytime phone number where you
disassembled for professional cleaning and lubrication. can be reached.
5. Never return ammunition with your firearm. It is
Parts, Service, Repair and Questions against postal and most commerce regulations.
If your Winchester firearm should require service or repair,
we suggest first contacting a Winchester Repeating Arms

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Parts, Service, Repair Status
And Technical Questions
PARTS ARE MADE FOR WINCHESTER BRAND FIREARMS
Winchester Repeating Arms MANUFACTURED BY OR FOR WINCHESTER REPEATING
Parts and Service ARMS, AND SHOULD NOT BE USED IN OTHER FIREARMS,
3005 Arnold Tenbrook Road EVEN THOUGH MODELS MAY BE SIMILAR. IMPROPERLY
Arnold, MO 63010-9406 FITTED PARTS MAY BE DANGEROUS. FAILURE TO
(800) 322-4626
FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH
General Product And Historical Questions AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR FIREARM.
Winchester Repeating Arms
Website Information
Customer Service
275 Winchester Avenue An information resource for Winchester Repeating Arms
Morgan, UT 84050-9333 can be found online at winchesterguns.com.
(800) 945-5237 • List of Authorized Repair Centers.
[email protected]
• Customer Service information.
• Firearm Service/Repair Form.
• Answers to many technical and historical questions.
• Links to helpful sites.

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Notes

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Winchester Repeating Arms
275 Winchester Avenue
Morgan, UT 84050-9333
winchesterguns.com

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