Beeman® Precision Airguns
R-Series Air Rifle
Owner’s Manual
WARNING
Not a toy. Adult supervision required. Misuse or
careless use may cause serious injury or death.
Contents
Rules of safe shooting ........................................................... 3
Cocking & loading................................................................ 4
Safety & trigger ..................................................................... 5
Beeman lifetime repair policy ............................................... 6
Maintenance ........................................................................ 7
Troubleshooting.................................................................... 7
Illustrations and photographs are for demonstration purposes only and may not
show the exact model purchased.
Do not cock your airgun before reading this owner's manual and all other printed
materials shipped with it. Misuse may void your repair policy, warranty and service
contract. It may also expose you and others to possible harm. A few minutes now
will deliver years of pleasure with your airgun.
This airgun is recommended for adult use only. Precision adult airguns are non-
powder guns. They may have extremely sensitive trigger mechanisms, very light
trigger-pulls, may fire if dropped or jarred abruptly, and may not have a trigger
block or safety. Airguns are not toys. Careless use may result in serious injury or
death. Dangerous within 450 yards (412 meters).
Dealers: This owner's manual must be given to the retail customer with the airgun at the time
of purchase. Shooters are advised to keep this manual and associated instructions for future
reference by all users of this airgun, even if the airgun is resold or loaned.
Beeman® is a registered trademark of S/R Industries, Inc.
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Rules of safe shooting
• Never point a gun at anyone or anything, even if you think the gun is unloaded.
• Wear safety glasses where appropriate and ensure those around you do, too.
• Always use a safe backstop in a safe location in case the backstop should fail or
any pellets pass through it.
• Never load your gun until you are ready to shoot and it is safe to do so.
• Never shoot at hard surfaces, water or anything else that may cause a ricochet.
• Always ensure the gun is on SAFE and is unloaded when receiving or giving the
gun to someone else. Many accidents are caused by people handling guns that
they thought were unloaded and safe!
• Never put a gun away loaded or cocked.
• Put your gun on SAFE when you are not shooting or are done shooting.
• Always be sure of your target and what lies beyond it in case you miss.
• Never re-use ammunition.
• Ensure you always use the correct caliber and type of ammunition suitable for
your gun.
• Always treat a gun as if it is loaded and with the respect any loaded gun
commands.
• Always read and follow the manufacturer’s manual and instructions.
• Always make sure you understand how to use any gun before using it.
• Always keep your finger off the trigger and clear of the triggerguard until you are
ready to shoot and it is safe to do so.
• Always store the gun in a safe place, unloaded and uncocked, and out of reach
of children and unauthorized users.
• Always store ammunition separately from the gun.
• Always abide by laws and regulations that apply to airguns.
• Always use the correct and recommended lubricants; failure to do so may cause
injury or damage and will void the manufacturer's warranty.
• YOU are the most important safety feature!
Shooting is one of the safest sports in the world, but misuse and careless use of
guns can cause serious injury or death.
ASK, LISTEN, THINK—IF IN DOUBT—DON’T!
WARNING:
Not a toy. Adult supervision required. Misuse or careless use may cause serious
injury or death. May be dangerous up to 1,000 yards.
This airgun is intended for use by those 18 years of age or older.
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Cocking & loading
Point the air rifle in a safe direction. Grasp the stock behind the triggerguard (fingers
OFF the trigger!). Position your other hand on the barrel just behind the front sight.
Break the barrel by smoothly rotating it downward until the cocking action is com-
pleted. Do not use excessive force or speed. (Fig. 1)
Insert a single pellet (nose/head first) into the breech (Fig. 2) until the skirt is flush
with the breech. Caution: To prevent the barrel from closing suddenly, always
restrain the barrel during the loading process. Do not move the safety to the FIRE
position during loading. Fingers should be outside the triggerguard until the barrel
is returned to the locked position, you are on target and you are ready to take your
shot.
Close your air rifle by pivoting the barrel upward until it locks back into position.
This should be done with enough force to lock the barrel but not so violently that it
damages the airgun.
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WARNING:
Do not inhale dust from lead pellets
or put lead pellets in the mouth. Wash
hands after handling lead. Lead pellets
WARNING:
contain lead, a chemical known to the Do not assume your gun is unloaded if
State of California to cause cancer and it fails to fire properly!
birth defects (or other reproductive
harm). Never leave your airgun loaded.
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Safety & trigger
The automatic safety is now engaged. (Some models have a manual safety.) The
safety is located in front of the triggerguard (Fig. 3) or on the receiver (Fig. 4). To
prepare to fire, move the safety toward the FIRE position.
Keep the air rifle
on SAFE until
you're ready to
shoot, then push
the safety OFF.
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Be sure of your target and
know what's behind or near
your target. If a projectile
rebounds or ricochets, stop
shooting immediately and
change your backstop.
Always wear protective
eyewear. Keep your finger
off the trigger until the gun
is pointed in a safe direction
and you're ready to shoot.
There's a large adjustment screw
located behind the trigger blade
(Fig. 5). This screw is accessible
through the hole on the bottom
of the triggerguard. Turning it
clockwise increases trigger-pull;
counterclockwise decreases the
trigger-pull. Improper adjust-
ments may make the airgun
unsafe.
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Beeman® lifetime repair policy*
During the lifetime of the original retail purchaser, Air Venturi will provide without cost
all genuine factory parts and factory-authorized labor necessary to repair any factory
defect of material or workmanship of the covered airgun. Parts and labor necessary to re-
pair any defect of material or workmanship of the seals and mainspring(s) will similarly
be provided for one year from the verified date of purchase.
The warranty will be void if the original purchase receipt cannot be presented.
Some items are not covered by this free lifetime repair policy, including:
• Customer abuse or failure to perform normal maintenance.
• Unauthorized repair, parts or modifications.
• Stocks/wood (including the finish).
• Damage from over-pressurization of gas springs.
• Incorrect lubrication or lubricants.
• Breech, piston and other seals.
• Mainsprings.
• Loss or theft.
• Consequential damages, incidental damages or incidental expenses—including
damage to property.
• Shipment damage of the rifle to or from Air Venturi.
• Shipping charges to or from Air Venturi.
• Normal wear and tear.
We strongly advise against disassembling or modifying your air rifle. Doing so could be
dangerous. The powerful mainsprings are kept under considerable tension even when
the air rifle is uncocked. Improper disassembly may lead to serious injuries or even
death if the mainspring is suddenly ejected from the compression tube. Specialized
training and proper tools are required to safely disassemble and reassemble the air rifle.
This warranty is in addition to your statutory rights. Retain your sales receipt as proof of
purchase.
This policy supersedes all other repair policies. For repairs on any airgun, send the
airgun prepaid and insured to: Air Venturi, 5135 Naiman Parkway, Solon, OH 44139.
Include a note describing the problem, your name, address, telephone number and a
copy of your dated sales receipt.
NOTE: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
To the extent any provision of this warranty is prohibited by federal, state or
municipal law which cannot be preempted, it shall not be applicable. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state and country to country.
Lifetime repair policy valid only as long as parts are readily available for the airguns.
*
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Maintenance
1. Air compression chamber: The air compression chamber and piston seal require
no lubrication. They should be lubricated during factory service only.
2. Steel mainspring: The mainspring is the power source for the air rifle. A break-
in period of 1,000 rounds is usually necessary before maximum velocities are
reached. Once the airgun is properly broken in, periodic lubrication may be ap-
plied for smooth operation. A light application of chamber lube applied directly
to the mainspring through the slot on the underside of the cylinder will accom-
plish this. Use only a small amount, as excess will damage the air rifle. Do not
use common household oil—use oil made specifically for spring guns.
3. Gas spring: No maintenance is required.
4. Barrel hinge & other bearing surfaces: The main bearing surfaces, such as the bar-
rel pivot lever and cocking arm, should be lubricated with a good lubricating gel.
Use only one drop per side, as excess may cause galling.
5. Barrel: The barrel normally requires minimal care. For best accuracy, the bore
should be cleaned with a lightly oiled patch or felt cleaning pellets. Do not use
regular firearm bore cleaners as they may damage the seals and cause dieseling.
Always clean from the breech end and use a cleaning rod designed for airguns to
protect the rifling and crown.
6. Exterior: To prevent rust from forming from the acid on your hands, wipe down
the exterior wood and metal with a silicone cloth after every shooting session or
after handling.
Troubleshooting
Breech seal is missing: You will experience a sudden loss of power if your breech
seal is missing. Also, the gun cannot be decocked. It must be fired to release the
piston. R7: The cocking lever may ride on the mainspring, producing a clicking
noise.
WARNING:
When performing maintenance, make sure your gun is unloaded. Always keep your
finger off the trigger during any maintenance routine.
In the unlikely event your rifle malfunctions or exhibits reduced performance, DO
NOT attempt to fix the problem yourself. Please call Air Venturi so we can address
any issues or have you return the gun for repair.
Air Venturi service line: 216-220-1180
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Air Venturi
5135 Naiman Parkway
Solon, OH 44139
216-220-1180
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