Traditions Evolution Thunderbolt Tracker - Manual (Page 21)

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Removal of the Nipple:
1. Make sure that the nipple is not capped or primed.
2. Remove the bolt assembly from the receiver.
3. Insert the breech plug wrench supplied with your muzzleloader
through the rear of the receiver (while squeezing the trigger) and
position the correct side of it over the nipple.
4. Insert the handle into the wrench and unscrew the nipple counter-
clockwise.
Note: The breech plug and 209 adapter on the ThunderBolt rifle are
one unit. Do not attempt to separate the ThunderBolt’s 209 adapter
from its breech plug, or breakage may result.
Removal of the Breech Plug:
1. Insert the larger end of the wrench into the receiver (while
squeezing the trigger) and position it onto the breech plug.
2. Insert the rod handle into the wrench.
3. Turn the wrench counter-clockwise and unscrew the breech plug
and withdraw the wrench and plug from the receiver. It may
require some extra force to free up the breech plug after shooting.
Tips for stuck Breech Plugs:
Always make sure to lubricate the breech plug threads liberally
before using your muzzleloader.
a. With the breech plug wrench fitted over
the breech plug, actually try to tighten
the plug and then rock it back and forth
to loosen up the fouling.
b. Remove the barrel from the stock and
then remove the trigger assembly from
the barrel. Soak the barrel in very hot,
soapy water for about 1/2 hour. Secure
the barrel in a padded vice. Position the
wrench onto the breech plug and
remove.
c. If you still cannot remove plug, contact
Traditions Customer Service Department.
Installation of the Breech Plug:
1. Spray the breech plug inside and out with Traditions Easy Clean
solvent to loosen the residue on the plug. Use a stiff brush to clean
the outside threads and inner area of the breech plug. A pipe
cleaner can be used to get the smaller areas clean and dry.
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