SAR Semi-Automatic Rifle

SAR 1 Cal. 7.62x39mm

SAR 2 Cal. 5.45x39mm
SAR 3 Cal. 5.56 NATO (.223)

OPERATIONAL MANUAL

Manufactured In Romania

This manual is for informational purposes only. All repairs and, or,
adjustments should be made by a qualified gunsmith.
The owner of this firearm is responsible for it's safe use and storage.

Introduction
The SAR semi-automatic rifle is well made, reliable, and has
several interesting features such as a hard chrome lined barrel, hard chrome plated piston, and can be completely taken
down without tools.
The use of reloaded, re-manufactured, hand loaded, or
other nonstandard ammunition may result in damage to the
user or rifle.
The manufacturer and importer cannot accept responsibility
for malfunctions resulting from the use of nonstandard
defective ammunition.

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6 7 14

11 9'
1. Hammer
2. Bolt
3. Firing Pin
4. Bolt Carrier
5. Return Spring
6. Piston
7. Gas Cylinder
8. Magazine

8'

Parts Identification
9. Magazine Catch
10. Hammer & Trigger Spring
11. Trigger
12. Disconnector
13. Rear Sight Leaf
14. Front Sight
16. Hand Guard
17. Fore End

20 19

18. Accessories Case

19. Cleaning Rod
20. Barrel
21. Safety Lever

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

I. General Instructions:
The following instructions should be observed during disassembly and
assembly:
1. Before the rifle is disassembled, make sure there is no round in the chamber or magazine.
2. The rifle should be disassembled on a table or bench.
3. The parts should be laid out in order of disassembly.
4. Force should not be used to remove or disassemble parts, as it may result in damage to the parts.
5. Only accessories in good condition should be used.
6. When tightening or loosening screws, hold the screwdriver firmly to prevent damage to the screw heads.

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

Figure #1

4. Remove the cleaning rod from the rifle. Place the stock of the rifle 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
of the front sight, remove the cleaning rod with the right hand (Fig 2). You
may use a punch to remove the cleaning rod.

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Figure #2

5. Remove 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 (Figure 3).

Figure #3

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6. Remove the return mechanism 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 face leaves the groove in the receiver rear plate, lift the guide rear
face and remove the return mechanism from the bolt carrier channel (Fig 4).

7. Remove 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 carrier with bolt to the rear as far as possible, and moving the
bolt carrier forward a distance of 1 to 2 mm. Lift the rear portion of the bolt carrier
and remove it together with the bolt from the receiver.

8. Remove 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 variable groove in the bolt
carrier and then move the rear as far as possible, rotating the bolt, remove its lug
from the variable groove of the bolt carrier and remove the bolt carrier. Remove
the bolt from the bolt carrier by moving it forward (Fig. 5).

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Figure #5

9. Remove 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.

Assembly After Stripping:

1. 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.
2. Attach the bolt to the bolt carrier. Grasp the bolt carrier with the left
hand with the cam surfaced upward, and with the right hand install the
bolt in the bolt carrier lug, rotate the bolt so the guide edge enters the
variable groove in the bolt carrier, and then move the bolt forward.
3. Install the bolt carrier with 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 6).

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4. Install the return mechanism in the bolt carrier. Hold the rifle by the
forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, and with the right hand
insert the return mechanism into the bolt carrier channel, move the return
mechanism rear face forward and placing its guide lugs opposite the
grooves in the receiver rear plate, depress the return mechanism rear
face, in this position, the rear faces should enter the groove in the receiver
rear plate.
5. 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 to 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, thus completing the installation.
6. Install the cleaning rod in the rifle.
7. Install the magazine in the rifle. Hold the rifle by the fore end with the left
hand, and rotate the rifle a certain amount, insert the upward forward
portion of the magazine into the opening in 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 7)
8. Release the hammer from the semiautomatic sear, and turn on the
safety, rotating the selector lever upward.

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Figure #7

1. General procedure for preventing and elimination of stoppages: With

proper maintenance storage and handling; the rifle is reliable in use.
However, as a result of careless handling, dirty parts, low-grade
rounds, and also as a result of wear of the parts 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 that is by bringing to the rear the bolt carrier 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 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 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
whereas a chambered round fails to fire, continue to point the
rifle in a safe direction and wait approximately 30 seconds. This is
to avoid 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 ascertain the cause and correct it.

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SAFETY FIRST

Firearms can be dangerous and can cause serious

injury or death. Proper and safe firearms handling is
the responsibility of anyone who touches or uses a
firearm. Safety has to be the primary consideration of
anyone using a firearm.
When purchasing a firearm, you assume responsibility
for its safe use, storage, and transportation.
Particularly, it is critical that firearms be kept from
unauthorized use, and this includes children. Your
responsibility also includes, but is not limited to, the
need to protect yourself and others from injury
resulting from the misuse or abuse of a firearm.
Treat firearms as though they are loaded.
Always be aware of where the muzzle is pointed.
Carry your firearm in a way that will preclude accidental injury to
yourself or others in the event you should stumble, fall, or drop the
firearm.
Before shooting, make certain the barrel has no obstructions.
Do not allow a firearm or ammunition to be left unattended.
Secure both the firearm and ammunition from access by unauthorized
people, including children.
When shooting, always be certain that the area beyond the target,
including the backstop, is clear and safe. Also make certain that shots
fired present no safety hazards for yourself, or others.
Always use both ear and eye protection when shooting.
Always use factory loaded ammunition designed for and intended to
be used in the firearm you are shooting. It must be the proper caliber
(gauge) and type for your firearm.

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Always understand the proper operation of your firearm, and never allow
the firearm to be used by anyone who does not understand how to use the
firearm properly and safely.
Never pass a firearm to another person unless the action is open and the
firearm is in an unloaded and safe condition. Never put your finger into
the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot.
When not using the firearm, ensure that it is unloaded.

SAFETY 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 hand
thoroughly after exposure.
Store your firearm unloaded and in an area
which is secure from unauthorized access.
Furthermore, store ammunition separately, and in an
area secure from unauthorized access.
WE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE OR
INJURY WHATSOEVER OCCURRING IN CONNECTION WITH, OR AS A
RESULT OF, THE USE OF FAULTY, NON-STANDARD, OR
"REMANUFACTURED" OR HAND LOADED (RELOADED AMMUNITION). Use special ammunition only as directed. ADDITIONALLY, WE DISCLAIM ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY WHICH
RESULTS FROM ANY MODIFICATIONS OR CHANGES THAT ARE NOT A
PART OF THE FIREARM AS DELIVERED FROM THE FACTORY.

SAR Semi-Automatic Rifle

SAR 1 Semi-Automatic Rifle, Cal. 7.62x39mm

SAR 2 Semi-Automatic Rifle, Cal. 5.45x39mm
SAR 3 Semi-Automatic Rifle, Cal. 5.56 NATO (.223)

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