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STEP 1: Point the firearm in a safe direction.

STEP 2: Make sure nothing touches the trigger throughout this procedure.

STEP 3: Turn the safety on (if it can be engaged during the unloading process).

STEP 4: Remove the ammunition as follows:

• Open the action by operating the action release and sliding the forestock to the rear. This should eject any ammunition or empty casings/hull from the chamber (remove it by hand if it doesn’t eject).
• If the magazine is detachable, remove it from the firearm and then remove any ammunition (use gravity—let it fall into your hand).
• If the ammunition cannot be removed in any other way, cycle all the cartridges through the chamber to remove them.
• Leave the action open.

STEP 5: Look in the chamber to confirm that there’s no ammunition, hull or empty casings in there.

STEP 6:  Verify that there is no ammunition by inspecting the feeding path for any objects. Feel for the follower (if applicable).

STEP 7: Place the butt of the firearm on the ground and make sure the action is open, then look down the bore for lubricant, rust, or any obstructions. Now you’re officially UNLOADED.