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| 1. Wrong size
bullet a. make sure to use the correct bullet for the case being loaded 2. Case is not belled enough a. increase the case bell by turning down the powder die. To do this, turn the die clockwise in 1/2 turn increments 3. Using a combination seat and crimp die |
a.
bullet gets crimped before being fully seated b. adjust the the seating stem depth first, then adjust the crimp after the seating depth is correct 4. Cracked case mouth a. throw the case away 5. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. New cases a. the symptom will usually go away after one or two firings 2. Case mouth is worn or thinned out a. the case is worn out, and should be discarded |
3. Too much
flare in case a. decrease the bell by turning the powder die upwards. To do this, turn the die counter clockwise in 1/4 turn increments 4. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Bullet was
not straight on the case prior to seating 2. Case is belled too much or not enough a. set the bell so that the bullet sits on top of the case without falling off but not so much that the bullet falls into the case 3. Wrong seating stem for that bullet or caliber a. make sure to use the correct seating stem for the desired caliber b. use the stem that makes the best contact with the bullet 4. Using the wrong diameter bullet a. make sure that the bullet diameter is correct for the bore being used b. some brands and shapes of bullets give greater variation than others |
5. Using
wrong locator buttons a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for the right size locator buttons for the desired caliber 6. No case in station two when tightening the powder die nut (part # 516) a. this leaves the bell uneven and slants the funnel b. after adjustment of the bell, put the case back into the shellplate, pull the handle down all of the way and then tighten everything up 7. Variations in case wall thickness a. if case appears thicker than usual, chamfer the case mouth b. check the case length, it may need trimming 8. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Wrong
seating stem for that bullet or caliber a. make sure to use the correct seating stem for the desired caliber b. use the stem that makes the best contact with the bullet 2. Case is not belled enough a. increase the bell by turning down the powder die. To do this, turn the die clockwise in 1/2 turn increments |
3. Lead or
wax has built up in the die a. soak the die in rubbing alcohol or in acetone 4. Soft lead a. use Dillon hard cast bullets 5. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. New cases
have not been sized a. new cases should always be sized 2. Bullet is undersized a. check the bullet diameter with a pair of calipers 3. Wrong size bullet for that caliber a. consult a loading or powder manual for the correct size bullet for the desired caliber 4. Using wrong crimp die for that size case a. look on the die body for caliber identification 5. Not going full stroke on the handle (part #21280) a. pull the handle down all of the way and then push it up all of the way 6. Over-belled case a. over-belling in station two will require an over-adjustment of the crimp die to take out the excessive flare |
b. set
the bell so that the bullet sits on top of case without falling off, but not so much that
the bullet falls into the case 7. Over-crimping a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for adjustment instructions 8. Variations in case lengths a. trim cases 9. Using an old 543G powder funnel for .44-40 (with .427" or .428" bullets) a. E-mail or call Dillon for the correct funnel (part # 5344). Phone1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 10. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Casefeeder
is not plugged in 2. Casefeed tube is full and the micro switch (part #13779) is tripped 3. Metal tab on micro switch is bent down and not making full contact with cases a. bend metal tab on micro switch back into the path of the falling cases |
4. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Cases are
caught under the casefeed plate a. remove the casefeed plate and remove any trapped cases 2. Cases are jamming on the casefeeder guide block (part #13536) a. furthest counter-clockwise position for 45 ACP b. move the guide block to another position 3. Casefeeder is too full a. a full one pound coffee can is about right |
4. Casefeed
plate clutch screws (part #13732) are too loose a. tighten the screws down all of the way 5. Bad micro switch 6. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Using the
wrong casefeed plate for that caliber a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for the correct casefeed plate for the desired caliber 2. 9mm/380 casefeed baffle (part #13688) is not in a. if loading 9mm or 380 ACP, consult the XL 650 instruction manual for the correct installation of the casefeed baffle 3. Casefeeder is too full a. a full one pound coffee can is about right 4. Need washer(s) (part #13703) under the casefeed plate for certain calibers |
a. one
washer for 41, 44, 45LC, 357, and 30 Carbine b. two washers for 7.62 x 39 c. no washer for all others 5. Casefeeder guide block is in the wrong position a. furthest counter-clockwise position for 45 ACP b. move the guide block to another position 6. Casefeeder mouth is damaged a. call for a casefeed cuff (part #15433) 7. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Dented or
squashed cases a. throw away any damaged cases 2. Short stroking the machine a. pull the handle down all of the way and then push it up all of the way 3. Operating the machine too fast a. this does not allow the case a chance to fall down all of the way b. smooth cycling of the handle, down all of the way and up all of the way, works best |
4. Wrong size
or loose body bushing for the caliber being loaded a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for the correct placement and size body or arm bushing for the caliber being loaded 5. Holes are not lining up at the casefeed arm a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for adjustment procedures 6. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Over-all
length of the cartridge is too long a. bullet is hitting the rifling b. consult a loading or powder manual for the over-all length specifications 2. Too much flare has been left on the cases a. over-belling in station two will require over-adjustment of the crimp die to take out excessive flare b. set the bell so that the bullet sits on top of the case without falling off, but not so much that the bullet falls into the case 3. Not enough or too much crimp a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for the proper die adjustment |
4. Using
range brass that has been shot in someone else's gun. Especially those with extra large or
unsupported chambers a. start with new cases and shoot only in a known chamber 5. Incorrect headspace a. purchase a headspace gage (Rifle) b. for proper use, see the case preparation manual 6. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Need
Dillon lock rings (part #14067) a. three extra lock rings come with each machine 2. There is no need to over-tighten--only one thread above the toolhead is sufficient enough to hold the dies |
3. Use Dillon
Dies 4. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Follower
rod (part #13707) is not properly placed a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for proper placement of the follower rod 2. Battery is low on power or is missing a. replace the battery 3. Primers are stuck in the magazine tube (part #13510 or #13471) a. do not try to force primers out of the magazine tube. Dispose of the tube safely |
b.
spray lube inside the tube and tape both ends. Dispose of the tube safely c. E-mail or call Dillon for a replacement. Phone1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 4. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Ejector
wire (part #13298) is missing a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for the correct placement of the ejector wire 2. Ejector wire (part #13298) is set too high a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for the correct placement of the ejector wire 3. Wrong locator buttons a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for proper placement and size locator buttons for the desired caliber |
4. Openings
of the shellplate are pointed or may have a burr a. round off with a file 5. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
| 1. Primers
are trapped under the shellplate a. remove the shellplate and remove any trapped primers 2. Main shaft is dirty or dry a. clean and lubricate the shaft and cylinder with 30 WT motor oil 3. Link arms (part #13583) and/or upper link arm pins (part #13700) need to be greased |
a. use
an all purpose grease. Do not use aerosol lubricants 4. Frame (part #21278) is marred where the shellplate“s brass-tipped set screw (part #13923) was backed out too far a. consult the XL 650 instruction manual for proper adjustment 5. If you are still having difficulty, please E-mail Dillon's Technical Support staff or call1-800-762-3845 or 480-948-8009 |
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