Thompsoncenter R55.pdf

R 5 55

Owner's

Manual

The material in this booklet must be read and understood

before attempting to use your Thompson/Center firearm.

If pertinent safety information is not read, and

statements are not understood and

adhered to, death and/or injury may result.

READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY

BEFORE USING YOUR FIREARM

Thompson/Center Arms Co., Inc.

P.O. Box 5002

Rochester New Hampshire 03866

Thompson/Center

R 55

Owner's

Manual

Table Of Contents

Subject: ............................................................................................ Page Number

Introduction To The T/C R55 Model Semi-Auto Rifle ..................................2

General Rules for Use and Handling of Firearms ........................................3

Operation of the T/C R55 Model’s Safety ....................................................6

T/C R55 Model Nomenclature ......................................................................7

Operating the T/C R55 Model ......................................................................8

Inserting & Removing the Magazine From the T/C R55 Model ....................10

Understanding the Trigger Mechanism of the T/C R55 Model ......................11

Loading the T/C R55 Model ..........................................................................12

Inserting the Magazine into the T/C R55 Model ..........................................13

Firing the T/C R55 Model Rifle ....................................................................14

Clearing A Jam ..............................................................................................15

If the T/C R55 Model rifle is dropped or struck a hard blow,

the following steps should be taken................................................................16

Should You decide Not to fire the T/C R55 Model ......................................16

Unloading the T/C R55 Model Rifle ..............................................................17

Using your T/C R55 Model Rifle in a single shot mode ................................18

Disassembly of the T/C R55 Model Rifle ......................................................19

Disassembly of the T/C R55 Model Magazine ..............................................23

Cleaning the T/C R55 Model..........................................................................26

Barrel Obstructions ........................................................................................26

Failure To Fire ................................................................................................27

Iron Sight Adjustment ..................................................................................27

Scope Mounting ............................................................................................28

Custom Alterations & Conversions ................................................................28

Service ..........................................................................................................29

Statement of Liability ....................................................................................30

Limited Warranty ..........................................................................................30

Statement Issued by Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturer’s

Institute (SAAMI); Unsafe Arms and Ammunition Combinations ................31

Shipping Information & Mailing Address ......................................................32

T/C R55 Model Repair Parts..........................................................................32

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Separate Owner's Manuals for any other models

which Thompson/Center offers are

available free from the factory upon request.

Call or write with your specific needs.

This booklet contains information that is essential to the safe use

and maintenance of Thompson/Center’s Model R55 semi-automat-

ic rifle. You must read this material in it’s entirety and fully under-

stand its significance before you can safely use your Model R55

Semi-Auto Rifle . If a Thompson/Center Model R55 Semi-Auto

Rifle is loaned or sold (by an individual or dealer), this booklet

must accompany the firearm. Replacement booklets are available at

no charge from our factory at the address below.

If, after reading this booklet, you still have questions concerning

the safe use of your Thompson/Center firearm, write or call our

Customer Service Department at:

Thompson/Center Arms Co., Inc.

Farmington Road, P.O. Box 5002

Rochester, New Hampshire 03867

Telephone: 1-603-332-2333

• And Remember •

The Fundamental

National Rifle Association

Rules for Safe Gun Handling Are:

1 - Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.

2 - Always keep your finger off the trigger until

ready to shoot.

3 - Always keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.

WARNING

Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated

areas, cleaning firearms or handling

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.

Introduction To The T/C

Model R55 Semi-Auto Rifle

Designed as a Hunting/Sporting rifle, the T/C Model R55 semi-automatic is a

magazine-fed rifle that is relatively simple to understand and safe when the

required ingredients of “common sense” and “safe gun handling” are applied to

its use and care. The T/C Model R55 semi-automatic rifle may operate differ-

ently than other semi-automatic rifles on the market. It is important that you

identify your rifle as being a T/C Model R55 Semi-Auto Rifle in conjunction

with reading these instructions. They apply to the T/C Model R55 Semi-Auto

Rifle only. Do not assume that a familiarity with other firearms has equipped

you with a knowledge of “safe gun handling” as these words now apply to your

T/C Model R55 Semi-Auto Rifle. Each gun design is different from another and

each functions accordingly.

All machines, be they chain saws, automobiles, lawn mowers or firearms are built

to function as mindless mechanical slaves. They serve only as well as your intel-

lect dictates. Carefully used, your chain saw will cut up a winter’s supply of fire-

wood. Carelessly used, your chain saw will cut other things with able willingness.

A firearm is no different; it is equally non-selective as to target or purpose.

In as much as the responsibility for the use of a firearm rests with its user, you

must understand the mechanics before you can shoulder the responsibility for

its use. That is what this booklet is all about.

YOU MUST READ THIS MATERIAL BEFORE USING THE

THOMPSON/CENTER Model R55 RIFLE.

Empty Chamber Indicator

Your T/C Model R55 rifle was shipped from the factory with a red plastic Empty

Chamber Indicator located in the chamber. The presence of this Empty Chamber

Indicator shows that the chamber of your T/C Model R55 does not have a car-

tridge present in it. The plastic indicator can only be inserted into an empty

chamber. It is a good idea to have this indicator inserted into the chamber when

the rifle is not in use. We use it here on the assembly line; you should use it also.

If, after purchasing your rifle you notice that this indicator is not in the chamber

of your rifle, stop what you are doing and immediately check the chamber of your

rifle. Keeping the rifle pointed in a safe direction, put the safety in the rearward

“ON” position, manually pull back on the

bolt handle and visually inspect the

chamber. Only after you have positively

ensured that the chamber is empty,

should you proceed with your familiar-

ization of the rifle. If you cannot locate

the red Empty Chamber Indicator, call

or write the factory and we will send you

one at no charge.

Empty Chamber

Indicator Installed

General Rules for the Safe Use

and Handling of the T/C

Model R55 Semi-Auto Rifle

Follow the rules for use and handling of the T/C Model R55 Semi-Auto

Rifle. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY CAUSE INJURY

AND/OR DEATH TO THE SHOOTER OR BYSTANDERS AND DAM-

AGE TO PROPERTY.

1. If you are unfamiliar with firearms seek professional instructions .

Qualified organizations such as local gun clubs, the National Rifle Association

and State Hunter Safety programs offer courses which teach safe gun handling

and proper hunting procedures. Those who are unfamiliar with firearms should

seek guidance from an instructor who is qualified by one of these organizations.

2. The T/C Model R55 rifle is shipped from the factory with a red plastic

Empty Chamber Indicator inserted into the chamber of each rifle. This

indicator shows that the chamber does not contain a cartridge. If, when exam-

ining your Model R55 rifle, you do not see this Empty Chamber Indicator,

assume the rifle may have a round in the chamber, and immediately inspect the

chamber, making sure that the rifle is pointed in a safe direction, the manual

safety is engaged in the “ON” position, and your finger is off the trigger.

Warning: Treat every firearm as if it were loaded. Failure to heed this warn-

ing may cause injury and/or death to the shooter or bystanders, and dam-

age to property.

3. Always point the muzzle of your rifle down range . The possibility of acci-

dental discharge is a constant danger when using a firearm. If the muzzle is

pointed downrange, away from yourself, other people, domestic animals or

property, then there can be no injury or damage from an accidental discharge.

4. Never load your T/C Model R55 Semi-Auto Rifle until you are ready to

fire it . If your rifle is not loaded until you are ready to fire and you are direct-

ing your full concentration to it and the target then there can be no accidental

discharge of the rifle. Never transport or carry a loaded rifle in a vehicle. Never

hand a loaded rifle to another person. Never store a loaded rifle in your home.

Never cross a fence, climb a tree, jump a ditch or engage in any activity which

distracts your attention while holding or carrying a loaded rifle. Never attempt

to clean a loaded rifle.

5. Be physically fit and mentally alert when using your T/C Model R55

Semi-Auto Rifle . The use of your rifle involves forceful physical actions which

require strength and concentration. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs

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