AK-47

INSTRUCTION &
SAFETY MANUAL

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WARNING
While AK-47 rifles are reliable, well-constructed quality weapons, they
must be properly cleaned and maintained to ensure safe and reliable
operation.

Thoroughly clean the firearm and have it inspected by a

reputable gunsmith before firing.
Make certain there are no obstructions in the bore.
Be completely familiar with the proper operation of your
firearm, especially the safety features.
Use only new ammunition of the correct type, caliber and
loading. Do not use hand-loaded or reloaded ammunition.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Caliber Overall length Barrel length

7.62 x 39 mm 34.75 - 35.25 16.3

Mass with Trigger Magazine

unloaded mag Pull capacity
7.2 - 8.3 lbs 7 lb. 30

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AK-47 OVERVIEW

Designed by Mikhail Kalishnikov while recuperating from injuries sustained

in battle during WWI, the reliability and ruggedness of the AK-47 is legend-
ary. The large gas piston, generous clearances between moving parts, and
tapered cartridge case design allow the gun to operate in conditions that
would cause malfunctions in many other rifles. The training of personnel in
the use of the rifle also requires less time than many other modern rifles.

The AK-47 is gas-operated and fires from the closed bolt position, the bolt
being a rotary bolt that operates from a gas piston. To fire, insert a loaded
magazine, move the selector lever to the fire position, pull back and release
the charging handle, and then pull the trigger. In this setting, the gun fires
only once, requiring the trigger to be released and depressed again for the
next shot.

As each bullet travels through the barrel, a portion of the gases expanding
behind them are diverted into the gas tube above the barrel, where they im-
pact the gas piston. The gas piston in turn is driven backward, pushing the
bolt carrier, which causes the bolt to move backwards, ejecting the spent
round, and chambering a new round when the recoil spring pushes it back.

This rifle is in compliance with 922r. Compliant parts include the trigger,
sear, hammer, receiver, barrel, magazine body, follower and floor plate.

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DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The following instructions should be observed
during disassembly and assembly:
Before the rifle is disassembled, make sure there is no
round in the chamber or magazine
The rifle should be disassembled on a table or bench
The rifle should be laid out in order of disassembly
Force should not be used to remove or disassemble
parts, as it may result in damage to the parts
Only accessories in good condition should be used
When tightening or loosening screws, hold the screw
driver firmly to prevent damage to the screw heads

FIELD STRIPPING
WARNING: Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction so if an
accidental discharge should occur, no more than minor property
damage could result.
NOTE: Ensure the rifle and magazine are not loaded.

Remove the magazine from the rifle by holding the rifle fore end with
the left hand, rotate the
rifle a certain amount,
pushing the magazine
away, grasp the magazine
with the right hand and
depress the magazine
catch with the thumb of
the right hand, rotate the
magazine forward and
remove it from the
magazine well. (fig. 1) fig. 1

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Ensuring that there is no round in the
chamber
Take the rifle off safety. Rotate the safety lever downward as far as possible with
the thumb of the right hand. Pull the bolt carrier to the rear and inspect the
chamber and the bolt face, ensuring that no round is present.

Removing the cleaning rod from the rifle

Place the stock on the ground and hold
this position by using the right hand and,
bending it slightly, remove the cleaning
rod head from the stop in the base of the
front sight. Move the cleaning rod upward
so that its head leaves the forward face
on the front sight and remove the cleaning
rod with the right hand. (fig. 2) You may
also use a punch to remove the cleaning
rod.

fig. 2

Removing the receiver cover

Lean the rifle against a table
and hold the forward part of
the butt with the right hand,
depress the guide face with
the thumb into the cover hold
and raise the cover with the
left hand. (fig. 3)

fig. 3

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Removing the operating system and
guide from the rifle
Holding the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, move
the return spring guide forward until its rear catch leaves the groove in the
receiver rear trunnion, lift the guide rear catch and remove the operating spring
from the bolt carrier channel. (fig 4)

fig. 4

Removing the bolt carrier with bolt

from receiver
Holding the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, and the
cocking handle with the right hand, bring the bolt to the rear as far as possible,
move the bolt carrier forward by 1-2 mm. Lift the rear portion of the bolt carrier
and remove it together with the bolt from the receiver.

Removing the bolt from the bolt

carrier
Take the bolt carrier in the left hand with the cam surface facing upward, and
rotate the bolt a small amount with the right hand so that the guide lug leaves the
wide part of the groove in the bolt carrier. Move the bolt back as far as possible,
rotating the bolt, remove its lug from the groove of the bolt carrier, and remove
the bolt by moving it forward. (fig. 5)

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fig. 5

Removing the gas tube with the hand

guard from the barrel
Holding the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, rotate the lock
lever upward with the right hand, rotate the gas tube upward by means of the rear end
of the receiver and remove it from the gas cylinder. (fig. 6)

fig. 6

REASSEMBLY
Attach the gas tube with the hand
guard to the barrel
Holding the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, install
the gas tube on the gas cylinder with the right hand and depress the rear end of
the gas tube as much as possible, rotate the gas tube lock downward so that the
lever lock enters the recess in the right wall of the rear sight base.

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Attach the bolt to the bolt carrier
Grasp the bolt carrier with the left hand with the cam surface upward, and with
the right hand install the bolt in the bolt carrier lug, rotate the bolt so the guide
edge enters the groove in the bolt carrier, and then move the bolt forward.

Install the bolt carrier with the bolt in

the receiver
Hold the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, and with
the thumb of the right hand, hold the bolt in the forward position, then insert the
piston into the gas tube and insert the bolt carrier with the bolt into the receiver
so that the guide lug of the bolt carrier and the lugs of the bolt are opposite the
notches in the guide on the receiver, depress the rear portion of the bolt carrier
so that its guide grooves coincide with the guides of the receiver, and move the
bolt carrier to the extreme forward position. (fig. 7)

fig. 7

Install the operating spring and guide

in the bolt carrier
Hold the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand. With the
right hand, insert the operating spring into the bolt carrier channel, move the
operating spring rear face forward and placing its guide lugs opposite the
grooves in the receiver rear plate, depress the operating spring guide rear catch;
in this position, the rear catch should enter the groove in the receiver rear trunnion.

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Install the cover on the receiver
Hold the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, and with
the right hand, insert the cover so that its forward face enters into the
semicircular groove in the rear sight base and move the cover forward as far
as possible, press the rear portion of the cover forward and downward until the
operating spring guide face engages the cover, thus completing the installation.

Install the cleaning rod in the rifle

Install the magazine in the rifle
Hold the rifle by the fore end with the left hand, and rotate the rifle by a certain
amount, insert the upward forward portion of the magazines into the
opening of the receiver with the right hand so that the magazine front stop
enters the notch in the receiver, rotate the magazine to the rear so that the
magazine catch is engaged by the magazine rear stop. (fig. 8)

Ensure that the rifle is unloaded, then release the

hammer from the semiautomatic sear, and turn on
the safety, rotating the selector lever upward.

fig. 8

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STOPPAGES
General procedure for stoppage
prevention and elimination
With proper maintenance, storage and handling, the rifle is reliable in
use. However, as a result of careless handling, dirty parts, lowgrade
rounds, and wear and tear caused by extensive use, normal operation
of the rifle can be affected, causing stoppages during fire. The
majority of stoppages can be easily eliminated simply by cocking the
rifle - bringing the bolt carrier to the rear and releasing it.

To prevent stoppages:
1. Prepare the rifle for firing properly
2. Inspect, clean and lubricate the rifle
3. Carefully observe the cleanliness and operation of the bolt
carrier, bolt, gas channels and magazines.
4. Perform timely maintenance.
5. Carefully inspect ammunition before firing.
6. Fire only new, serviceable and clean ammunition.
7. Disassemble and clean the rifle whenever it is dirty. If the rifle is
used in extremely cold weather for a considerable period of time,
before loading it is necessary to move the bolt carrier forward and
rearward several times manually. If a stoppage occurs where a
chambered round fails to fire, continue to point the rifle in a
safe direction and wait for approximately 30 seconds. This is to
avoid a possible delay detonation of a hangfire type
malfunctioning cartridge. Recock the rifle immediately manually and
continue firing. If recocking the rifle does not eliminate the stoppage,
it is necessary to determine the cause and correct it.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
20

24 14 13
15

19
11
18 16 12
22
17

23
1
9 2
21
8
4 3
10
7
6 5

1. Hammer 13. Gas Tube

2. Sear 14. Upper Handguard
3. Trigger 15. Rear Sight Leaf
4. Hammer & Trigger Spring 16. Safety Lever
5. Sear Spring 17. Bolt & Firing Pin
6. Pin Retaining Plate 18. Bolt Carrier & Piston
7. Sear Sleeve 19. Return Spring
8. Hammer & Trigger Pins 20. Top Cover
9. Magazine Catch 21. Cleaning Rod
10. Magazine 22. Barrel
11. Front Sight 23. Lower Handguard
12. Gas Block 24. Gas Tube Lock Lever

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GENERAL SAFETY
GUIDELINES
Firearms can be very dangerous if misused. When purchasing a firearm,
you assume a great responsibility in its use, storage and transportation.
Listed below are some guidelines that should be strictly observed:

Handle all firearms as if they are loaded.

Be thoroughly familiar with the firearm before firing.
Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction so if accidental discharge
should occur only minor property damage would result.
Keep your finger off of the trigger until you are on target and have decided
to fire.
Be sure of your target and what is beyond it, including the backstop.
Make certain shots fired present no safety hazard for yourself or others.
Never allow anyone to use your firearm who is not completely familiar with
its operation.
Whenever the firearm is not actually in use, make sure it is unloaded.
Secure all firearms and ammunition from access by unauthorized people,
including children.
Always use eye and hearing protection when shooting any firearm or
when near firearms that are being fired.
In the event of a misfire (hangfire) keep the muzzle pointed in a safe
direction. Wait approximately 30 seconds before opening the action.
Discard the faulty cartridge and inspect the bolt, chamber and bore for
damage or obstruction before firing is resumed.
Clean the area after a shooting session. Do not leave spent casings,
empty cartridge boxes, bullet-ridden targets or the like behind.