Turn clockwise or counter-clockwise following the "UP" arrow direction to raise the point of bullet impact.
At the very rear of the scope is the eyepiece (ocular lens). Look through the scope at a blank wall or the sky. Turn the eyepiece focus ring until the reticle crosshairs appear perfectly sharp and crisp to your eye. Adjust this first before attempting to aim at distant targets. Operating the Illuminated Reticle
Before installation, familiarize yourself with the main control points of the chassis:
Turn the dial toward the "R" numbers to activate the Red illumination.
The rear lens assembly that focuses the reticle to your eye. bushnell 3-9x40eg manual
Each click moves the bullet impact approximately 1/4 of an inch at 100 yards (or 1/8 of an inch at 50 yards, and 1/16 of an inch at 25 yards). Step 3: Live-Fire Zeroing Set up a large target safely at 25 yards .
Turn the dial in the direction of the arrow marked "UP" to move your bullet strike higher on the target. Turn it the opposite way to move it down.
The 3-9x40EG illuminates the reticle, which is beneficial for dusk or dawn hunting.
Place the scope into the lower ring halves and loosely attach the top caps. Shoulder your rifle in your standard shooting position. Set the scope to its highest magnification (9x). Slide the scope forward or backward until you see a full, clear field of view with no black outer rings. This optimal distance is your eye relief. Step 3: Level the Reticle Turn clockwise or counter-clockwise following the "UP" arrow
While the scope is sealed, ensure turret caps are tightly secured to maximize water resistance. 6. Troubleshooting Blurry Image: Adjust the diopter at the rear eyepiece. Reticle Too Bright: Lower the illumination setting.
: Wipe the exterior chassis with a clean, damp cloth.
The end you look through, usually featuring a focusing ring.
Proper mounting is essential for accuracy. The 3-9x40EG typically requires . Turn the eyepiece focus ring until the reticle
Locate the center of that group. Remove the protective caps from your turrets.
The final page of the Bushnell manual is a goldmine of real-world fixes. Here are three gems often forgotten:
Rotate the dial to the R settings for a Red reticle (best for low-light or night conditions) or G settings for a Green reticle (best for bright, sunny daytime conditions).