Initial Cleaning
Various exposed metal parts of your new gun have been coated at the factory with a rust preventative compound. Before assembling your shotgun, clean the anti-rust compound from the inside of the barrel, receiver and the action-chamber areas. Browning Oil is ideal for removing this compound and for giving your new gun its first lubrication. However, any quality gun oil may be used. Clean the barrel using a cleaning rod and patch as explained under Cleaning and Maintenance Suggestions on page 29.
Fusion Accessories
Your Browning Gold Fusion Autoloader shotgun should come with Five Invector-Plus choke tubes, to include Full, Improved Mod., Modified installed in barrel , Improved Cylinder and Skeet. One Hi-Viz Sight Kit which includes a base, six fluorescent light pipes and two opaque white sights. Three spacers to adjust drop-at-comb. The neutral spacer is installed. One container of Lube Shot oil is provided for the working mechanism. CAUTION Never use oil intended for wood on the working mechanism never...
Loading The Chamber Through The Ejection Port
1 After making sure the safety is on safe, pull the operating handle to the rear until the bolt locks in the open position. VISUALLY INSPECT THE CHAMBER, CARRIER AND MAGAZINE TO MAKE SURE THEY ARE CLEAR OF ANY OBSTRUCTIONS. 2 While pointing the muzzle in a safe direction, insert a cartridge of the proper gauge through the ejection port into the open breech Figure 9 . Press the carrier release button. This will deliver the shell to the chamber. The chamber is now loaded. 3 With the chamber...
Removing The Bolt Assembly
To remove the bolt assembly it is preferred to first remove the trigger 1 With the gun inverted trigger guard up position , push down on the cartridge stop while pulling outward on the bolt handle Figure 5 . Remove the bolt handle from the bolt. 2 While keeping the cartridge stop depressed, slide the bolt and bolt slide forward and out of the receiver Figure 5-A . 3 The bolt and bolt slide can be Push down on the cartridge stop while pulling outward on the bolt handle. Push down on the...
Disassembly Of The Barrel From The Receiver
BEFORE STARTING DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES, VISUALLY INSPECT THE CHAMBER, FEED MECHANISM AND MAGAZINE TO BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THE SHOTGUN IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED. POINT THE BARREL IN A SAFE DIRECTION. 1 Unscrew the magazine cap and remove it. 2 Remove the forearm by sliding it forward off the magazine tube. 3 For cleaning, remove the barrel, piston and piston sleeve by sliding them forward off the magazine tube. See Cleaning and Maintenance Suggestions on page 25 and 26 for cleaning procedures. If...
Nomenclature
In conventional gun terminology, the position and movement of shotgun parts are described as they occur with the shotgun horizontal and in normal firing position i.e. the muzzle is forward or front the butt stock is rearward or rear the trigger is downward or underneath the sight is upward or on top. For general parts nomenclature, refer to Figure 1. The Browning Gold Fusion shotgun is shown disassembled to the extent necessary in order to follow instructions contained in this book Figure 1-A...
General Operation
The Browning Gold Fusion shotgun is a gas operated, autoloading shotgun. It is capable of shooting five shots with the magazine plug removed using 2 3 4 loads in rapid succession with each pull of the trigger. Upon firing, high pressure gas from behind the shot charge passes through two ports in the barrel, through the gas bracket and into the gas cylinder. High pressure gases force the gas piston rearward, applying pressure to the piston rod. As the piston rod moves rearward, it pushes the...
Gold Fusion Autoloader Magazine Capacity
The Gold Fusion shotgun handles mixed loads of 2 3 4 and 3 shells. All Gold Fusion 20 gauge barrels are interchangeable within gauge. No special fitting is required. Three types of Gold Fusion 12 gauge barrels exist those chambered only for 2 3 4 loads such as the Sporting Clays model , those chambered for 2 3 4 and 3 loads Hunter models and those chambered for all loads up to 3 1 2 3 1 2 Hunter models . All 3 1 2 barrels are designed for use only on 3 1 2 receivers. All other 12 gauge barrels...
Reinstalling The Bolt Assembly
1 Reassemble the bolt and bolt slide. 2 Place the bolt assembly back in the receiver, bolt slide link end first Figure 5-C . Line the rails on the bolt slide with the slots in the bottom of the receiver. 3 Guide the bolt slide link into its socket in the recoil spring follower Figure 5-D . 4 To replace the operating handle push down on the cartridge stop and insert the bolt handle in its respective slot in the bolt. IMPORTANT It may be necessary to pull out on the bolt handle slightly until the...
Installing The Hiviz Light Pipes
1 MAKE CERTAIN YOUR SHOTGUN IS UNLOADED. PLACE THE SAFETY IN THE ON SAFE POSITION, LOCK THE BREECH OPEN, AND KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. NEVER ATTEMPT TO CHANGE YOUR SIGHTS ON A LOADED FIREARM 2 Slide key between first and second ring under the light pipe. Remove light pipe by pulling toward receiver. 3 Install new light pipe by simply sliding it forward through the three rings. Key not required . Press firmly to engage spring.
Removing The Trigger Group
1 First, make certain the gun is totally unloaded and the safety is on safe. CHECK THE MAGAZINE, FEED MECHANISM AND CHAMBER TO BE SURE THEY DO NOT CONTAIN ANY SHELLS. 2 While holding the bolt handle, release the bolt to its forward position by depressing the carrier release button. Again use caution when releasing the bolt assembly to its forward position. If you allow the bolt assembly to slam closed with the barrel removed, you can damage the receiver. Grasp the trigger guard and pull it up...
You Are Responsible For Firearms Safety
As a gun owner, you accept a set of demanding responsibilities. How seriously you take these responsibilities can be the difference between life and death. Failure to follow any of these instructions can cause extensive damage to your gun and or possible serious injury or death to yourself or others. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR CARELESS OR ABUSIVE HANDLING OF ANY FIREARM. AT ALL TIMES, HANDLE ANY FIREARM WITH INTENSE RESPECT FOR ITS POWER AND POTENTIAL DANGER. PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE...
To Install A Spacer
Use a cross-tip or Phillips screwdriver to remove the recoil pad at the end of the buttstock. Work the screwdriver tip into the two access holes in the pad, top and bottom. Make certain the tip of the screwdriver engages the head of the screw, then undo counterclockwise. Remove both screws, taking care not to scratch or mar the buttstock figure 7-A . Using a 3 4 socket, loosen the stock bolt inside the buttstock completely, and remove the bolt, stockbolt washer and plate. Figure 7-B . Note for...
Cleaning And Maintenance Suggestions
You should clean your Gold Fusion shotgun whenever it becomes excessively dirty. The barrel should be cleaned and the action wiped clean and oiled after every day of shooting. The gas system should require only occasional cleaning. If a malfunction occurs, perform a thorough cleaning to see if it solves the problem, before seeking the services of a Browning Recommended Service Center, the Browning Service Facility in Arnold, Missouri, or a competent gunsmith. Normal maintenance can be...
Disassembly Of The Trigger Group And Bolt Assembly
The trigger group or bolt can be removed if the action becomes excessively dirty or wet. If this occurs, disassemble the action for a complete cleaning as explained below. Your Gold Fusion shotgun is designed to allow full disassembly of the trigger group and bolt assembly in the field, without any tools. Detailed cleaning procedures are outlined under Cleaning and Maintenance on page 29. Full disassembly involves removal of the bolt assembly and the trigger group. Any disassembly beyond this...
Instructions For Installation Of Spacers To Adjust Drop At Comb
Three spacers have been included with your Gold Fusion autoloading shotgun which fit between the buttstock and receiver, to allow adjustment at comb and heel. Each is labeled stamped for what each does. These spacers and respective stamps are defined as follows Figure 7 . 1 Raises comb approximately 1 16, and heel approximately 1 8. 2 Neutral. This spacer is already installed on your Gold Fusion shotgun. 3 Lowers the comb approximately 1 16, and heel approximately 1 8.
Invector Tube Selection
To help you choose the correct choke tube for each hunting situation, all Browning Invector-Plus choke tubes are inscribed on the side with the patterns they produce with both lead and steel shot. Each Invector-Plus tube also has notches on the top rim of the tube. These notches are a code to allow you to determine the choke designation while the tube is installed. Rim notches refer specifically to lead shot. You will need to use the chart below to cross-reference from lead to steel, and...
Cleaning The Barrel
1 BE CERTAIN YOUR SHOTGUN'S MAGAZINE, FEED MECHANISM AND CHAMBER ARE UNLOADED. PLACE THE SAFETY IN THE ON SAFE POSITION AND LOCK THE BOLT TO THE REAR. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE SAFETY GLASSES DURING ALL DISASSEMBLY AND CLEANING PROCEDURES. 2 Remove the barrel so that it can be cleaned from the breech end See Disassembly on page 13 . 3 Using a shotgun cleaning rod with tip and patch large enough for a snug fit in the bore, insert the rod and patch in the breech end of the barrel and run back and...
Periodic Oiling
Ordinary good judgment will indicate that the metal parts of a gun should receive a light film of oil after the gun has been exposed to weather or handling. Occasionally, a small drop of light gun oil may be placed inside the receiver on the rails on which the bolt slides See Figure 11 , and on the surface of the magazine tube. This will help to relieve friction and ensure smooth operation. If the gun has been exposed to a lot of dust, dirt, mud or water, the principal working parts including...
Tube Installation
1 Place the safety in the on safe positon. Completey unload your Gold Fusion shotgun by oppening the action and locking it rearward. INSPECT THE CHAMBER, FEED MECHANISM AND MAGAZINE TO MAKE SURE THEY DO NOT CONTAIN ANY SHELLS. 2 Before installing a tube, check the internal choke tube threads in the muzzle, as well as the threads on the Invector choke tube to be sure they are clean. Lightly oil the threads with an oil such as Browning Gun Oil. 3 Using your fingers, screw the appropriate tube...
Three Shotadaptermagazine Capacity
The Gold Fusion shotgun is delivered with the magazine three shot adapter plug installed in the magazine, limiting magazine capacity to two shells in compliance with federal migratory bird regulations. If you do not wish to be limited to three shots when it is not required by law you can remove or reinstall the three shot adapter plug as follows ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE SAFETY GLASSES DURING THIS OPERATION. 1 First, make certain the gun is totally unloaded and the safety is on safe. CHECK THE...
Service Or Repair
If your firearm should require service or repairs, we suggest you first contact a local recommended Browning Firearms Service Center. Contact your Browning sporting goods dealer or call our Service Department for the address of the Service Center nearest you. Otherwise, you may send your firearm directly to our own Service Department. For technical questions about your firearm or service, contact Browning Service Department One Browning Place Arnold, Missouri 63010-9406 Phone 1-800-322-4626...
Invector Interchangeable Choke System
The barrel of the 20 gauge Gold Fusion has been back-bored and is threaded to accept the Browning Invector-Plus Interchangeable Choke System only. The Invector-Plus system is not interchangeable with the Standard Invector chokes. The degree of choke is indicated twice on each choke tube Inscribed on the side of the tube, and indicated with a notch code on the top rim of the tube. Browning 20 gauge Invector-Plus choke tubes are made with tempered steel and are fully compatible with all FACTORY...
Cleaning The Gas System
1 Remove the gas piston and piston sleeve from the magazine tube. Spray the magazine tube with a good quality powder solvent and wipe clean. 2 Spray the piston and piston sleeve with powder solvent and brush it thoroughly to remove any deposits an old toothbrush is ideal . Spray the inside and wipe off any buildup. It will be easier to remove the piston sleeve spring to clean the interior of the piston sleeve. NEVER use a steel brush on any of the gas components. 3 Complete the cleaning of the...
How To Assemble The Barrel To The Receiver
The Gold Fusion shotgun is delivered in the box, with the barrel removed and the forearm still attached to the magazine tube. It is important to follow the exact sequence for assembly in steps 1 and 2, in order to properly assemble your Fusion shotgun. Always place the safety in the on safe position before assembly procedures and check your gun carefully to be certain that the chamber, feed mechanism and magazine contain no shells. 1 Take the receiver in hand. First, lock the bolt rearward by...
Cleaning The Action And Trigger Group
1 When the action becomes excessively dirty, remove the trigger group and bolt assembly from the receiver as explained under Full Disassembly on page 12. Clean with the oil provided for the mechanical mechanism or a gun solvent as necessary, using an old toothbrush to loosen any caked-on grime. Wipe the receiver cavity clean. Lightly oil the cavity and wipe it dry. No further disassembly is required for cleaning. 2 Reassemble the trigger group, bolt assembly, gas system and the barrel to the...