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Owner's Manual
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MODEL
Government 1911 and 1911 Compensator
Caliber .177 (4.5 mm) Pellet CO2 Air Pistol patented

WARNING: Not a toy. Adult supervision required. Misuse or careless use may cause serious
injury or death. Maybe dangerous up to 450 yards (411 meters).

YOU AND OTHERS WITH YOU SHOULD ALWAYS WEAR SHOOTING GLASSES TO PROTECT YOUR
EYES. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
BUYER AND USER HAVE THE DUTY TO OBEY ALL LAWS ABOUT THE USE AND OWNERSHIP OF
THIS AIRGUN.

THIS AIRGUN IS INTENDED FOR USE BY THOSE 16 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER.

Part Number 1911-515 8.417.93.01.U.02-06.?.18

Content Page
WARNING: Lead pellets.
Do not inhale dust or put pellets in mouth. 1 Components of your new pistol 3
Wash hands after handling. This product contains
lead, a chemical known to the State of California 2 Operating the safety 4-5
to cause cancer and birth defects
3 Insertion and removal of the CO2 cartridge 6-7
(or other reproductive harm).
4 Loading and unloading 8-9
Please read this owner's manual completely. This air
pistol is not a toy. Treat it with the same respect 5 Aiming and firing safely 10
you would a firearm. Always carefully follow the
safety instructions found in this owner's manual and 6 Adjusting the sight 11
keep this manual in a safe place for future use.
7 Removing a jammed pellet 11
If you have any questions regarding your new air pistol,
8 Use and hanling of CO2 cartridges 11 - 12
please contact Umarex USA Customer Service at
9 Storage 13
Umarex USA Inc.
6007 South 29th Street 10 Care and maintenance 13
Fort Smith, AR 72908 USA
Phone: (479) 646 - 4210 11 Reviewing safety 14
Fax: (479) 646 - 4206
12 Technical data 15
www.umarex-usa.com
13 Warranty 16

14 Problems 17

Contact 18
1. Learning the Parts of Your New CO2 Air Pistol

Learning the names of the parts of your new air pistol will help you to understand your owner's manual.
Use this manual to increase your enjoyment of this air pistol.

Front sight Slide Rear sight

Hammer

Thumb safety
Muzzle

Grip safety
Release lever

Trigger Grip backstrap

Grip plate release button

Grip plates

Cartridge lock

2. Operating the Safety Fig.2 A

safe
WARNING: Keep the air pistol in the "ON SAFE"
position until you are actually ready to shoot. Then push the
safety to the "OFF SAFE" position.

Note- this pistol has two separate safeties, a thumb safety

and a grip safety.

2 A Thumb Safety

1. To Put the Air pistol "ON SAFE:

Locate the safety directly under the rear sight (Fig. 2A).
Move the safety lever to the upper position (S) to cover the
RED indicator as shown. Fig. 2 B
The safety is not "On Safe" unless the RED indicator near the
safety is not showing.
Even when the safety is "On Safe", you should continue to
handle the air pistol safely. Do not ever point the air pistol at
any person. Do not ever point the air pistol at anything you do
not intend to shoot.

2. To Take The Air Pistol "OFF SAFE":

Push the safety down exposing the RED indicator as shown in
Figure 2B.
The air pistol is ready to fire when "Off Safe". When you can
see the RED indicator near the safety, the air pistol is "Off
Safe" and can be fired.
2B Using the grip safety safe Fig. 3 A

The grip safety is normally engaged, and must be disengaged to

fire. (Fig. 3A)

To disengage the grip safety it is necessary to firmly grasp the

butt. The pistol can now be fired (Fig. 3B). When the butt is
released the safety automatically returns to the engaged position.

Fig. 3 B

3. Removing and Installing the CO2 Cartridge

WARNING: CO2 cylinders may explode at temperatures above 120° F (48.9° C). Do not muti-
late or incinerate them. Do not expose them to heat or store CO2 cylinders at temperatures above
120°F (48.9°C).

WARNING: Keep hands away from escaping CO2 gas. It can cause frostbite if allowed to
come in contact with skin.
NOTE: We recommend the use of Umarex CO2 cartridges.
They are made to fit your air pistol. Other brands of CO2 cartridges may not fit properly and if you force
them into place it may result in injury to you or damage to your air pistol. Never try to force any CO2
cartridge into or out of place. Do not store your air pistol with a CO2 cartridge in it. (This is very important
to remember, as it will prolong the longevity of your air pistol seals.) If you know you will not be using
your air pistol again within 24 hours, remove the CO2 cartridge from the air pistol, as explained in Step
3B below.

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Fig. 4 A Fig. 4 B Fig. 4 C Fig. 4 D 2 Fig. 4 E

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A. Inserting the CO2 Cartridge
- Make sure the air pistol is "On Safe" (See Step 2A).
- Push the grip plate release button on the left side to remove the grip. (see Fig.4A) Swing the CO2 cylinder
lock downward and loosen the cylinder screw by turning it clockwise. (Fig.4B and 4C)
- Insert a new CO2 cartridge into the air pistol with the small neck of the cartridge pointing up toward the
piercing assembly (Fig. 4D).
- Tighten the cylinder screw by turning it counterclockwise until it gently moves the CO2 cartridge up into
position. Do not over tighten it as this could damage the cartridge seal.
- Close the cylinder lock by swinging it upward. This will pierce the CO2 cartridge (Fig 4E).
- Carefully press the grip back into place.
- Point the air pistol in a SAFE DIRECTION, take "Off Safe" (See Step 2B) push in the grip safety, and pull
the trigger. If the air pistol does not make a popping noise after pulling the trigger, the CO2 is not
being discharged. In that event, you will have to remove the grip, swing the cylinder lock downward and
tighten the cylinder screw a little more by turning it counterclockwise. Then close the cylinder lock, replace
the grip and test it again. Once there is a popping noise, the air pistol is releasing CO2 with each pull of the
trigger.
- Return the safety to the "On Safe" position (See Step 2A).
B. Removing the CO2 Cartridge
- Put the air pistol "On Safe" (See Step 2A).
- Make sure the air pistol is unloaded (See Step 4B).
- Point the air pistol in a SAFE DIRECTION.
- Swing the CO2 cylinder lock downward carefully to allow any remaining CO2 gas to escape.
Important: Be sure to keep your hands and face away from escaping CO2.
- Push the grip release button on the left side to remove the right grip. (see Fig.4A)
- Loosen the cylinder screw by turning it clockwise until it stops.
- Remove the empty CO2 cartridge by turning the air pistol over and shaking it to let the CO2 cartridge fall
out. The CO2 cartridge may be cold. Avoid prolonged contact with the CO2 cartridge if it is very cold.
- Close the cylinder lock by swinging it upward. Press the right grip cover back into place.

4. Loading and Unloading

WARNING: Use only.177 (4.5mm) caliber pellets in your COLT GOVERNMENT 1911 and
1911 COMPENSATOR. Use of any other ammunition can cause injury to you or damage to the air pistol.
Never reuse pellets.

WARNING: Never place your hand or fingers over the muzzle. When opening or closing the
slide make sure your air pistol is pointing in a SAFE DIRECTION, and keep your finger off the trigger.
Failure to follow these warnings may cause serious injury.

A. Loading
Make sure the air pistol is "On Safe." (See Step 2A)
Point the air pistol in a SAFE DIRECTION.
Open the slide by pushing the release lever downward to the position shown in Figure 5A.
Remove the pellet clip and load the pellets head first (see Fig. 5B and 5C) into the clip insuring that
each pellet is completely inserted.
IMPORTANT: To avoid jams or deforming the pellets, make sure the pellet skirt is level or slightly below
the rim of the pellet chamber.
Place the pellet clip back in the pistol with the ratchet teeth facing rearward. (see Fig. 5C)
Grip the slide from the top (see Fig. 5D) and move it rearward to the closed position.
IMPORTANT: Never put any part of your hand over the muzzle; grip only the top and sides of the
slide.
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head skirt right

B. Unloading
Put air pistol "On Safe" (See Step 2A). Point the air pistol in a SAFE DIRECTION.
Open the slide by pushing the release lever downward (see Fig. 5A).
Remove the pellet clip. Using a ramrod, gently push each pellet out of the pellet chamber.
IMPORTANT: Never use sharp metal tools to remove pellets.
Replace the empty pellet clip with the ratchet teeth facing rearward. (See Fig. 5C).
Grip the slide from the top and move it rearward to the closed position.
IMPORTANT: Never put any part of your hand over the muzzle; grip only the top and sides of the
slide.
Check to make sure the barrel is completely unloaded. Point the muzzle in a SAFE DIRECTION, take
"Off Safe," (see Step 2B) cock the hammer and squeeze the trigger to fire.
You may also unload your air pistol by following the directions listed under Step 7 - Removing a Jammed
Pellet.

5. Aiming and Firing Safely

- You and others with you should always wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes.
- Always aim your air pistol in a SAFE DIRECTION. When you are sure of your target and backstop, and
the area around the target is clear, take the air pistol "Off Safe" (See Step 2B), push in the grip safety
and squeeze the trigger to fire "Double Action" or cock the hammer and squeeze the trigger to fire
"Single Action."
- NOTE: This air pistol will function in either "Double Action" or "Single Action" mode. To fire in "Double
Action", apply steady pressure to the trigger until the pistol fires. To fire in "Single Action" mode, pull back
the hammer and squeeze the trigger. For rapid-fire shooting, we recommend the "Double Action" mode,
for more precise shooting we recommend the "Single Action" mode. To de-cock the hammer, put the air
pistol "Off Safe," point the air pistol in a SAFE DIRECTION, place your thumb on the hammer and pull
the trigger as you slowly guide the hammer back into the upward position, then release the trigger.
- Do not shoot at hard surfaces or at the surface of water. The pellet may bounce off or ricochet and hit
someone or something you had not intended to hit.
- Always choose your target carefully. It is best to shoot at paper bull's-eye targets which are attached to
a safe backstop. A heavy blanket should be hung behind the
backstop to prevent ricochet should you miss the backstop.
- Your backstop should be checked for wear before and after each use. Replace your backstop if the
surface is worn or damaged or if a ricochet occurs.
- Your air pistol is designed for target shooting and is suited for both indoor and outdoor use. Always
remember to place your target carefully. THINK about what you will hit if you miss the target.
- The air pistol is correctly aimed when the front sight blade is positioned exactly in the notch of the rear
sight. The top of the front sight blade should be even with the top of the notch in the rear sight. The
bull's-eye should appear to rest on the top of the front sight (Fig. 6).
6. Adjusting the rear sight

You can adjust the rear sight for windage by moving it sideways. To do this you must first loosen the rear
sight using the small hex key supplied with the pistol (Fig. 7A).
Adjust the windage as shown in Fig. 7B:
If your pistol is shooting to the right: Move the rear sight to the left.
If your pistol is shooting to the left: Move the rear sight to the right.
Then tighten the rear sight screw once again (Fig. 7C).

too high too low right Fig. 6

Fig. 7

7. Removing A Jammed Pellet

IMPORTANT: The fact that the air pistol does not fire a projectile is never a reason to assume that the air-
gun is not loaded. Make sure that there is no pellet jammed between the pellet clip and the barrel.
- Follow the instructions under Step 4B -Unloading the Pellets.
- If the jam is in the barrel, remove the pellet clip (See Step 4B) insert a ramrod of the proper size into the
muzzle end of the barrel and carefully push the jammed pellet into the breech. The barrel could be
damaged if the proper sized ramrod is not used.
- Once you have pushed the pellet back into the breech, shake the air pistol until the jammed pellet falls
out. Do not try to reuse that pellet.
- If you are not able to unjam your air pistol by following the unloading procedure, take no further action.
Umarex USA or an Authorized Service Station will unjam your air pistol (no cost during the
warranty period).

8. Use and handling of CO2 cartridges

It is possible that certain conditions may affect a CO2 pistol, which can impact its proper performance.
These conditions include the usage, maintenance, and storage at certain temperatures that are
higher or lower than normal outdoors temperatures (from 59°F / 15°C to 69.8°F / 21°C).
Another condition may be when the gun is shot at fast speeds.
1. High temperatures can increase pressure in the CO2 cartridge and also within the gun, leading to higher
than standard operating pressure. This excess pressure could cause the gun to malfunction or be
permanently damaged. Maximum storage or operation temperature should never exceed 122°F (50°C).
This temperature can be reached if you leave the gun under direct sunlight on a bright day. Thus, to ensure
proper gun operation, do not expose it to high temperatures or direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Otherwise, the CO2 cartridge could overheat and explode, which could damage the weapon and cause
injuries or death to people around it.

2. Fast consecutive shooting may produce a decrease of temperature in the gun, as well as the CO2 cartridge.
This could lead to a lower muzzle speed, uneven gas pressure.

3. Keep in mind that during a rapid-fire sequence, the muzzle speed will diminish with each shot, which may
negatively affect the power of the shot.

4. Try not to shoot the weapon with a CO2 cartridge that has already lost a considerable portion of its
pressure. Here are some indicators of insufficient CO2 cartridge pressure:

A) The sound of the shot is not as loud as when the cartridge is full.
B) The ammunition hits the target, but in a lower position than it would with a full CO2 cartridge
(that is, the shooting speed has dropped).

WARNING: Shooting with low CO2 pressure can cause a pellet to get jammed in the barrel.
Bear in mind the indications for jams.

WARNING: A jam is a dangerous situation.

9. Storage
WARNING: Never leave the air gun loaded.
Always store the air gun with the ammunition removed and the safety on. Carefully check that there is no
ammunition in the barrel and remove the pellets from the pellet clip. Before storing it, we recommend to
also remove the CO2 cartridges. Keep the air gun out of the reach of children and users not familiarized
with its use. Store the air gun separately from the pellets and the CO2 cartridges.
10. Care and maintenance

WARNING: Before you attempt to clean your air pistol, always make sure it is "On Safe"
(see Step 2A), the pellet clip is removed and you have checked the barrel to make sure there are
no pellets left in it.
IMPORTANT: Before you attempt to oil your air pistol, always make sure the CO2 cylinder and pellet clip are
removed and you have checked the barrel to make sure there are no pellets left in it (See Steps 3B & 4B).

- Your air pistol will maintain proper function for a long time if you oil the CO2 cylinder lock hinge, slide and
pellet clip release lever with 2-3 drops of lubricating oil after you have fired approximately 250 shots.
DO NOT use a petroleum distillate based oil or solvent and DO NOT over-oil because this can cause
damage to your air pistol.
- Your air pistol will work best if you put just a drop of oil directly on the tip of the CO2 Cartridge before
inserting. DO NOT use a petroleum distillate based oil or solvent and DO NOT over -oil as this can cause
damage to your air pistol.
- Tampering with the air pistol or attempts to change the air pistol in any way may make it unsafe to use and
will void the warranty.
- If you drop your air pistol, check to see that it works properly before you use it again. If anything seems
changed, like a shorter or weaker trigger pull, this may mean worn out or broken parts. Call Customer
Service at Umarex USA for assistance before using your air pistol again.
11. Reviewing Safety
- Do not ever point the air pistol at any person. Do not ever point the air pistol at anything you do not
intend to shoot.
- Always treat the air pistol as though it is loaded and with the same respect, you would a firearm.
- Always aim in a SAFE DIRECTION. Always keep the muzzle of the air pistol pointed in a SAFE
DIRECTION.
- Always keep the air pistol "On Safe" until you are ready to shoot in a SAFE DIRECTION.
- Always check to see if the air pistol is "On Safe" and unloaded when getting it from another person or
from storage.
- Always keep your finger off the trigger and out of the trigger guard until ready to shoot.
- You and others with you should always wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes.
- Keep hands and face away from escaping CO2 gas. It can cause frostbite if allowed to come in
contact with skin.
- Use .177 caliber (4.5 mm) pellets only. Never reuse pellets.
- Do not shoot at hard surfaces or at the surface of water. The pellet may bounce off or ricochet and
hit someone or something you had not intended to hit.
- Replace the backstop if it becomes worn. All backstops are subject to wear and will eventually fail.
Replace your backstop if the surface is worn or damaged or if a ricochet occurs.
- Place the backstop in a location that will be safe should the backstop fail.
- Do not attempt to disassemble or tamper with your air pistol. Use an Authorized Service Station or
return it to the factory for repair.
- Do not put the air pistol away loaded or charged with CO2. Make sure ALL of the pellets are
unloaded from the air pistol. (See Step 3B and 4B).

12. Technical Data Colt Government 1911 A1/ Compensator

Mechanism: CO2 Pistol
Caliber/Ammunition: .177 cal (4.5 mm) Lead Airgun Pellet

Weight: 38 oz (1080g) / 40.5 oz (2250g)

Length: 9" (220 mm) / 10" (225 mm)
Barrel lenght: 5" (122.4mm)
Barrel: Rifled Steel
Sights: Rear: Adjustable for Windage
Front: Fixed blade
Power source 12 gram CO2 cartridge
Safety: Thumb safety,
Grip Safety
Velocity: Up to 425 fps (130m/sec)

PERFORMANCE
Many factors affect velocity, including brand of projectile, type of projectile, amount of CO2 in cylinders,
lubrication, barrel condition and temperature.

REPAIR SERVICE
If your air pistol needs repair, we recommend that you take or send it to an Authorized Service Station or
Umarex USA. For an Authorized Service Station near you, visit our web site at
www.umarex-usa.com or call Customer Service at (479) 646 - 4210. International customers should
contact their distributor. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE IT! Your air pistol requires special
tools and fixtures to repair it. If you take it apart, you probably will not be able to reassemble it correctly.
Umarex USA assumes no warranty responsibility under such circumstances.
13. Warranty
This product is warranted to the retail consumer for one year from date of retail purchase against defects
in material and workmanship and is transferable. To register the serial number, located on the barrel of
your gun, please return the Product Registration form found in your owner's manual packet. The warranty
is not conditioned on the return of the card.
WHAT IS COVERED
Replacement parts and labor. Transportation charges to consumer for repaired product.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Transportation charges to Umarex USA or an Authorized Service Station for defective product. Damages
caused by abuse or failure to perform normal maintenance. Any other expense. CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, OR INCIDENTAL EXPENSES, INCLUDING DAMAGE TO PRO-
PERTY. 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.
WARRANTY CLAIMS

Warranty Claims for U.S. and Canadian Customers:

Please return product to your nearest distributor. If you do not know your distributor, please visit
www.umarex-usa.com and click on "warranty and repair service" or call (479) 646 - 4210 and ask for our
assistance.

IMPLIED WARRANTIES
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE
OF RETAIL PURCHASE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS 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.

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Umarex USA Inc.

6007 South 29th Street
Fort Smith, AR 72908 USA
Phone: (479) 646 - 4210
Fax: (479) 646 - 4206
www.umarex-usa.com