Hornady Lock-N-Load Ammo Plant - Manual (Page 36)

Preparing to Load
To begin reloading, start with a single empty cartridge case and run it through all of the loading stations. This will allow you to check your
adjustments. Refer to instructions provided with the die set for set up and proper adjustment.
Sizing a case
• Make sure the sizing die is adjusted properly, and the de-priming pin knocks out the old primer.
Seating a primer
• Check and make sure the Primer Slide picked up a primer from the Primer Tube (large or small).
• When you cycle the press and the handle comes to a stop, you will have to push the handle away from you past the stop to seat the primer.
Push until it stops but don’t force it. Seating the primer requires a firm push.
• Lower the handle of the press slowly to rotate the shell plate to start the next operation. If there is
resistance on the shell plate, the primer is improperly seated and not allowing the Shell Plate to rotate.
Drop powder in the case using the case activated powder drop
• Verify the weight on a properly calibrated scale.
Seat a bullet in the powder charged case
• Begin lowering the handle to rotate the shell plate to this station.
• Place a bullet on top of the case and lower the handle the rest of the way. (You may need to position the bullet over the case neck between
your thumb and forefinger until the bullet enters the alignment sleeve).
Station 5
• This station can be used for a Taper Crimp Die when reloading pistol cartridges that headspace off the case mouth.
* Any manufacturer’s Taper Crimp Die will work in Station 5 with the AP’s EZject ™ System.
• Properly adjusted, a taper crimp die removes all case-flare from the expander die without damaging or squeezing into the bullet.
Next, lower the handle, advance the shell plate to the next station. The loaded round will rotate and contact the EZject ™ System underneath the
shell plate. This EZject ™ System will automatically eject the loaded round from the press. Never force the handle. Measure the case for proper
length and check it against the data in your reloading book.
Once you are satisfied with the first completed cartridge, repeat the process with another single case, advancing slowly from station to station
until you eject the finished cartridge from the press with the case ejector.
After you are comfortable, load the press with consecutive cases for reloading. Do not rush! After you advance the cases through each station,
inspect everything to insure proper function at each station. If anything looks out of place, or if you lose track of what you are doing, STOP!
Remember, it’s safer to begin slowly than it is to assume you need to reload a large number of cartridges during each session. Don’t force the
handle at any time, and be sure that all mechanical parts are properly lubed.
SAFETY NOTE: Be safe! Double check your powder loads at frequent intervals to insure the powder charge is working properly.
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