Hornady AP with Case Feeder - Manual (Page 27)

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Maintenance of the Lock-N-Load A/P Case Feeder
As with all equipment, proper and routine maintenance will provide smooth operation
and a longer life for your reloading press and Case Feeder. At the end of each reloading
session, wipe off all spilled powder, any dirt, etc., from the press. Check all moving parts
for dirt or spilled powder and remove with a clean rag.
Tips for trouble-Free operation
Problems Solutions Step
Cases are hitting the back corner
of the shell plate when feeding
into the shell plate.
Slow timing down or Re-
adjust V-Block location
13
Cases are not feeding into the
shell plate far enough Speed timing up or
Using the wrong V-Block
13
Cases are tipping when going into
the shellplate Re-adjust V-Block
location
13
Cases are falling on top of the V-
Block Re-adjust the Bracket,
Square Tubing
5
Drop tube is tight against the AP
Frame; will not allow changing of
tubes
Re-adjust the Bracket,
Square Tubing
5
Cases are falling mouth first out
of the bowl Close the door
adjustment
16
Cases are getting caught in the
open hole on the bowl Open the door
adjustment
16
The shell plate is hitting the V-
Block when it's rotating
Lower the Cam Wire 13
Chart 4: Trouble free operation.