The purpose
of the powder measure failsafe rod is to return the powder bar to its closed position.
Remove the blue cap from the powder die (#20320) and loosely clamp the powder
measure in position.
To install the failsafe rod (#13960) remove the blue wing nut (#13799) and rod
spring (#14033) from the rod, then insert the bottom end through the 3/8" eyebolt
(#13089) that’s mounted on the left rear of the main frame.
Next, using your thumb and index finger of your left hand, move the locklink down
and align the hole with the slot on the bellcrank. Then, insert the rod through the two
holes and insert the failsafe rod clip (#13929).
Install the spring (#14033) and wing nut (#13799) on the rod and screw the wing nut
up until you feel light tension on the spring. Tighten the powder measure clamp screws
(#14037).
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| Figure 11
Clockwise turns of the powder bar adjustment bolt will increase the powder charge while
counterclockwise turns will decrease the powder charge. |
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You
will notice an adjusting bolt on the front of the powder bar (Figure 11). Counterclockwise
reduces the powder charge, clockwise increases the charge.
Your machine comes with two powder bars (Figure 12). One large (#20063) and one small
(#20062). Rule of thumb: Use the large bar whenever possible.
Index a sized and primed case under the measure and operate the machine’s
handle. Turning the powder bar adjustment bolt clockwise increases the powder charge
– counterclockwise turns decreases the powder charge. By trial and error, determine
the correct weight of your powder charge by using a powder scale.
When the correct powder charge had been set, cycle several cases through the
machine and check the load with a scale.
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| Figure 12 Small
powder bar (left), large powder bar (right). |
When the correct powder charge had been set, cycle several cases through the
machine and check the load with a scale. |
