Lock-N-Load AMMO PLANT Auto Progressive (AP) Reloading Press Powder Measure & Case Activated Powder Drop Case Feeder Bullet Feeder
Table of ConTenTs Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive (AP) Reloading Press steps Page Overview...5 Tools needed for assembly and set up...5 1: Mounting the Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive...6 2: Determine which shell plate is required for your application...7 2A: Installing the Shell Plate...8 2B: Removing the Shell Plate...9 3: Operation of your Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive Press...10 4: Automatic Primer Feed Assembly...11 4A: Installing the Primer Body...11 4B: Installing the Primer Slide, Large or Small...11 4C: Installing the Primer Punch Assembly, Large or Small...11 4D: Installing the Primer Tubes...11 4E: Installing the Primer Tube Housing...11 4F: Primer Tube Support Installation...12 5: Loading the Primer Tube...13 6: Changing Primer Tubes...14 7: Automatic Primer Feed Inspection...15 8: Installing the Deluxe Powder Measure with Case Activated Powder Drop...15 9: Lock-N-Load quick change bushing system...16 10: Die Mounting Instructions...16 11: Preparing to Load...17 12: Adjusting the Auto Advance Mechanism...18 Maintenance of the Lock-N-Load AP...19 Tips for a Trouble-Free Operation...20 list of Illustrations figures 1. AP Mounting...6 2. Installing Shell Plate...8 3. Removing Shell Plate...9 4. Primer Feed System...12 5. Filling the Priming System...13 6. Lock-N-Load Powder Measure...15 7. Hornady Lock-N-Load System...16 8. Pawl Adjustment...18 Charts 1. Shell Plate Selection Chart...7 2. Trouble Free Operation...10 3. Bill of Materials...3 4. Exploded View...4 lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 2 -
bill of materials: lock-n-load ap ITem no. PRoDuCTIon PaRT no. QTy. DesCRIPTIon 1 398318 1 SUPPORT PRIMER TUBE 2 398356 1 TUBE PRIMER PICKUP LARGE 3 398355 1 TUBE PRIMER PICKUP SMALL 4 398358 1 TUBE PRIMER LARGE 5 398357 1 TUBE PRIMER SMALL 6 398322 1 HOUSING TUBE PRIMER 7 392220 1 SCREW BHCS 1/4-20 X 1/2 8 392202 1 BRACKET LNLAP 9 392342 1 SHCS SS 3/8-16 X 3/4 10 398359 1 PRIMER FOLLOWER 11 392338 1 SCREW SHCS 10-24 X 1/2 13 392455 1 BRACKET BOX CARTRIDGE 14 398319A 1 HOUSING BODY PRIMER TUBE 15 392218 1 PRIMER SLIDE LARGE ASSY. 15 392219 PRIMER SLIDE SMALL ASSY. 16 392336 1 SPRING PRIMER SLIDE 17 392363 1 SPRING CASE RETAINER 18 392210 1 CAM FEED PRIMER 19 392011 2 NUT NEX 10-32 20 190216 1 FRAME 21 392368 6 CLIP C C-50 22 480039 1 BOX CATCHER 23 392408 2 LINK LNLAP 24 398309T 1 SUB PLATE 26 398505 1 PRIMER SEATER PUNCH SMALL 26 398507 1 PRIMER SEATER PUNCH LARGE ITem no. PRoDuCTIon PaRT no QTy. DesCRIPTIon 27 392467 1 SPRING COUNTER BALANCE 28 392345 1 3/8 FLAT WASHER SS 29 392355 1 DRIVE HUB 30 392356 1 DRIVE SHAFT 31 392231 2 SCREW BHSCS 8-32 X 3/8 32 392344A 2 PAWL 33 392423 2 SPRING PAWL 34 392306 2 DOWL PIN 1/8 X 1/2 35 392221 2 SCREW FHCS 1/4-28 X 3/8 36 290029 1 SPENT PRIMER TUBE 37 392359 1 RAM 38 398422 3 GREASE ZERK 39 392343 1 TOGGLE 40 392340 1 PIN YOKE 41 392424 5 SPRING WASHER 42 392417 2 PIN LINK TOGGLE 43 390027 1 NUT JAM 5/8-18 44 390657 1 HANDLE 45 480003 1 KNOB 46 392357 1 YOKE 47 392358A 1 INDEX WHEEL 48 390081 2 CLIP E 1/2 49 392302 5 LOCK-N-LOAD BUSHING MALE 50 392303 5 LOCK-N-LOAD BUSHING O-RING 51 392365 1 SPENT PRIMER TUBE PLASTIC 52 392301 5 LOCK-N-LOAD BUSHING FEMALE 53 398715 1 WASHER We guarantee every one of our reloading tools and accessories for life no-risk, lifetime Warranty Hornady reloading tools and accessories are warranted against material defects and workmanship for the life of the products. Parts which by nature of their function are subject to normal wear such as springs, pins, bearings, etc and parts which have been altered, abused, or neglected are excluded from the warranty. If the product is deemed defective by either workmanship or material, the reloading tool or accessory will either be repaired, reconditioned or replaced at Hornady Manufacturing Company s option. If it breaks, we ll repair it or replace it at no charge. To return a product, call toll free (800) 338-3220 and ask for Customer Service. They will provide instructions for return if the problem can t be solved over the phone. Prices and or specifications are subject to change without notice. For the best prices on any of our products, contact your nearest Hornady dealer. Hornady Manufacturing Company cannot assume liability for damage which may result from use of the products or information given herein, since Hornady had no control over the manner in which its products or components are used during reloading. - 3 - lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
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overview of lock-n-load auto PRogRessIVe (ap) ReloaDIng PRess Your new Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive (AP) reloading press has been packaged to insure minimal vibration and damage during transportation. Remove all the parts from the packing box and spread them out over a large flat surface. Refer to the parts list on pages 19 and 20 and check to make sure all necessary parts are identified. The manual provides step-by-step instructions and suggestions that make set-up and operation easy and understandable. If at any time during operation you feel like you are forcing the press, stop and identify the problem. Do not force anything, or damage could occur. Powders and Primers are explosive if handled carelessly! Always work slowly and carefully without distractions and wear eye protection. Try to avoid touching primers with oily fingers. The oil on your fingers may contaminate the primers and cause them to misfire. Tools needed for assembly and set-up: 7 16" end Wrench (2) 1 2" end Wrenches 15 16" end Wrench 3 32" Hex Wrench (included) 1/8" Hex Wrench (included) 5 32" Hex Wrench needle nose Pliers electric Drill 5/16" Hex Wrench Hand loading is very safe, but before reloading any case please read the following warnings. Primers may explode if subjected to impact or heat. Keep away from the opening end of the Primer Tube at all times. Variations may occur with different brands and condition of cartridge cases, which can cause inconsistent primer and bullet seating. Sort and inspect all of your cases before reloading. Verify your powder charges at frequent intervals to insure consistency. Careless or improper hand loading techniques can result in serious personal injury. Make sure there are no distractions while you are reloading. Before operating this press, be sure you have read and understand all the instructions contained in this manual, and that you understand the principals of hand loading. - 5 - lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
InsTRuCTIons for lock-n-load auto PRogRessIVe (ap) ReloaDIng PRess step 1: mounting the lock-n-load auto Progressive Your work area should be well lit and have plenty of room for your reloading accessories. Your Hornady Lock-N-Load AP should be mounted securely 2 1/4" from the edge of a solid level bench. (Check for obstructions on or below the bench before you drill any holes.) Mount the press using (2) 5/16" bolts that are long enough to secure the press to the bench with plenty of clearance for the nuts. (Due to variation of benches, these bolts are not provided.) We also recommend using 5/16" flat washers top and bottom, in addition to lock washers on the bottom side. Insert and secure the right-hand mounting bolt first. Next, insert and secure the left-hand bolt, placing the cartridge catcher bracket (13) underneath the bolt head and washer before tightening. Thread the press Handle (44) into the Toggle (39) at the bottom of the press and tighten the Jam Nut (43) using a 15/16" wrench. figure 1: ap mounting 5/16 BOLT 5/16 FLAT WASHER CARTRIDGE CATCHER BRACKET (13) JAM NUT (43) TOGGLE (39) lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 6 -
shell PlaTes step 2: Determine which shell plate is required for your application See Chart 1 below to help with this selection. * Hornady shell plates that are sold in the plastic boxes are the only ones that will fit the AP Press with EZject System. These shell plates (which are sold separately) are manufactured with a groove on the bottom side. Cartridge Dia Shell Plate/ Shell Holder # Shell Plate Item# Shell Holder Item # 17 REM.172 16 392616 390556 17 REM FIREBALL.172 16 392616 390556 17-222.172 16 392616 390556 17-223.172 16 392616 390556 20 TACTICAL.204 16 392616 390556 204 RUGER.204 16 392616 390556 218 BEE.222-.224 7 392607 390547 22 RCFM-JET.222-.223 6 392606 390546 219 ZIPPER.224 2 392602 390542 22 HORNET.224 3 392603 390543 22 K-HORNET.224 3 392603 390543 22 PPC.224 6 392606 390546 220 SWIFT.224 4 392604 390544 220 VT.224 16 392616 390556 221 REM FIREBAL.224 16 392616 390556 222 REM.224 16 392616 390556 222 REM MAG.224 16 392616 390556 22-250 ACK IMP.224 1 392601 390541 22-250 REM.224 1 392601 390541 223 REM.224 16 392616 390556 223 WSSM.224 35 392635 390575 224 WBY MAG.224 17 N/A 390557 225 WIN.224 4 392604 390544 5.6X50 MAG.224 16 392616 390556 5.6x57.224 1 392601 390541 5.7 JOHNSON SPITFIRE.224 22 392622 390562 5.7X28MM FN.224 37 N/A 390577 22 SAV HP.227 2 392602 390542 5.6X52R.227 2 392602 390542 240 WBY MAG.243 1 392601 390541 243 WIN.243 1 392601 390541 243 WSSM.243 35 392635 390575 244/6MM REM.243 1 392601 390541 6MM INT.243 1 392601 390541 6MM PPC.243 6 392606 390546 6MM REM BR.243 1 392601 390541 6MM TCU.243 16 392616 390556 6MM-223.243 16 392616 390556 6MM-284.243 1 392601 390541 6X47 REM.243 16 392616 390556 25 AUTO.251 37 N/A 390577 25 WSSM.257 35 392635 390575 250 SAV.257 1 392601 390541 25-06 REM.257 1 392601 390541 25-20 WIN.257 7 392607 390547 25-284.257 1 392601 390541 25-35 WIN.257 2 392602 390542 256 WIN MAG.257 6 392606 390546 257 RBTS.257 1 392601 390541 257 WBY MAG.257 5 392605 390545 25 REM.257 12 392612 390552 260 REM.264 1 392601 390541 264 WIN MAG.264 5 392605 390545 6.5 CREEDMOOR.264 1 392601 390541 6.5 GRENDEL.264 6 392606 390546 6.5 JAP.264 34 N/A 390574 6.5 JDJ.264 4 392604 390544 6.5 MANN.264 20 N/A 390560 6.5 REM MAG.264 5 392605 390545 6.5-06.264 1 392601 390541 6.5-284.264 1 392601 390541 6.5MM TCU.264 16 392616 390556 6.5X55 SCAN (SWEDISH).264 19 392619 390559 6.5X57.264 1 392601 390541 6.5X68.264 30 392630 390570 6.5 CARC.264-.267 21 N/A 390561 270 REN.277 3 392603 390543 270 WBY MAG.277 5 392605 390545 270 WIN.277 1 392601 390541 270 WSSM.277 35 392635 390575 6.8 REM SPC.277 12 392612 390552 280 REM ACK IMP.284 1 392601 390541 280 REM/7MM EXP.284 1 392601 390541 284 WIN.284 1 392601 390541 7MM MERRILL.284 4 392604 390544 7MM REM BR.284 1 392601 390541 7MM REM MAG.284 5 392605 390545 7MM REM ULTRA MAG.284 5 392605 390545 7MM RSAUM.284 5 392605 390545 Cartridge Dia Shell Plate/ Shell Holder # Shell Plate Item# Shell Holder Item # 7MM STW.284 5 392605 390545 7MM TCU.284 16 392616 390556 7MM WBY MAG.284 5 392605 390545 7MM WSM.284 35 392635 390575 7MM-08.284 1 392601 390541 7MM-223 INGRAM.284 16 392616 390556 7X30 WATERS.284 2 392602 390542 7X47 HELM.284 16 392616 390556 7X57 (7MM MAUSER).284 1 392601 390541 7X57R.284 13 392613 390553 7X61 S&H.284 35 392635 390575 7X64.284 1 392601 390541 7X65R.284 13 392613 390553 7.35 CARC.298 21 N/A 390561 30 REM.308 12 392612 390552 30 HERRETT.308 2 392602 390542 30 LUGER.308 8 392608 390548 30 M1 CARBINE.308 22 392622 390562 300 H&H.308 5 392605 390545 300 OLYMPIC (OSSM).308 35 392635 390575 300 RCM.308 5 392605 390545 300 REM ULTRA MAG.308 5 392605 390545 300 RSAUM.308 5 392605 390545 300 SAV.308 1 392601 390541 300 WBY MAG.308 5 392605 390545 300 WIN MAG.308 5 392605 390545 300 WSM.308 35 392635 390575 30-06 SPRINGFIELD.308 1 392601 390541 30-30 ACK IMP.308 2 392602 390542 30-30 WIN.308 2 392602 390542 30-378 WBY MAG.308 14 392614 390554 30-40 KRAG.308 11 392611 390551 307 WIN.308 33 N/A 390573 308 MARLIN EXPRESS.308 27 N/A 390567 308 NORMA MAG.308 5 392605 390545 308 WIN.308 1 392601 390541 309 JDJ.308 27 N/A 390567 30MM MERRILL.308 4 392604 390544 30TC.308 1 392601 390541 7.5 SWISS.308 2 392602 390542 7.62X39.308-.310 6 392606 390546 7.62 RUSSIAN.308-.312 23 392623 390563 30 MAUSER.309 8 392608 390548 303 SAV.311 33 N/A 390573 32 AUTO.311-.312 22 392622 390562 303 BRITISH.312 11 392611 390551 32 H&R MAG.312 36 392636 390576 32 S&W.312 36 392636 390576 32 S&W LONG.312 36 692636 390576 32-20 WIN.312 7 392607 390547 327 FEDERAL.312 36 392636 390576 7.65 BELGIAN.312 24 N/A 390564 7.7 JAP.312 1 392601 390541 8.15X46R.312-.330 2 392602 390542 7.5 SWISS ORDEN.315 48 N/A 390604 32 REM.321 12 392612 390552 32 WIN SPL.321 2 392602 390542 32-40 WIN.321 2 392602 390542 325 WSM.323 35 392635 390575 7.92X33MM KURZ.323 1 392601 390541 8MM REM MAG.323 5 392605 390545 8MM-06.323 1 392601 390541 8X50 LEBEL.323 49 N/A 390605 8X57 (8MM MAUSER).323 1 392601 390541 8X60 S.323 1 392601 390541 8X68 S.323 30 392630 390570 8MM LEBEL (HANDGUN).326 48 N/A 390604 8X56R HUNG-MANN.329 47 N/A 390603 33 WIN.338 14 392614 390554 338 FEDERAL.338 1 392601 390541 338 LAPUA.338 43 N/A 390583 338 MARLIN EXPRESS.338 52 N/A 390607 338 NORMA MAG.338 43 N/A 390583 338 RCM.338 5 392605 390545 338 REM ULTRA MAG.338 5 392605 390545 338 WIN MAG.338 5 392605 390545 338-06.338 1 392601 390541 338-378 WBY MAG.338 14 392614 390554-7 - Cartridge Dia Shell Plate/ Shell Holder # Shell Plate Item# Shell Holder Item # 340 WBY MAG.338 5 392605 390545 348 WIN.348 25 N/A 390565 357 SIG.355 10 392610 390550 380 AUTO.355 16 392616 390556 9MM LUGER.355 8 392608 390548 9X21.355 8 392608 390548 9X23 WIN.355 8 392608 390548 38 AUTO.355-.357 8 392608 390548 38 SUPER AUTO.357 8 392608 390548 357 MAGNUM.357 6 392606 390546 357 REM MAX.357 6 392606 390546 357-44 B&D.357 30 392630 390570 38 SPECIAL.357 6 392606 390546 35 REM.357-.358 26 N/A 390566 357 HERRETT.357-.358 2 392602 390542 35 WHELEN.358 1 392601 390541 350 REM MAG.358 5 392605 390545 356 WIN.358 33 N/A 390573 358 NORMA MAG.358 5 392605 390545 358 WIN.358 1 392601 390541 38 S&W.359 28 392628 390568 9X18 MAKAROV.365 8 392608 390548 9.3X57.366 1 392601 390541 9.3X62.366 1 392601 390541 9.3X74R.366 13 392613 390553 375 H&H.375 5 392605 390545 375 JDJ.375 27 N/A 390567 375 REM ULTRA MAG.375 5 392605 390545 375 RUGER.375 5 392605 390545 375 WIN.375 2 392602 390542 376 STEYR.375 15 N/A 390555 378 WBY MAG.375 14 392614 390554 38-55 WIN.375 2 392602 390542 10MM AUTO.400 10 392610 390550 38-40 WIN.400 9 392609 390549 40 S&W.400 10 392610 390550 400 COR-BON.400 1 392601 390541 41 REM MAG.410 29 392629 390569 405 WIN.411 42 N/A 390582 10.3X60.415 25 N/A 390565 416 REM MAG.416 5 392605 390545 416 RIGBY.416 38 N/A 390578 416 RUGER.416 5 392605 390545 416 WBY MAG.416 14 392614 390554 404 JEFFERY*.423 53 N/A 390608 44-40 WIN.427 9 392609 390549 44 AUTO MAG.430 1 392601 390541 44 REM MAG.430 30 392630 390570 44 SPECIAL.430 30 392630 390570 444 MARLIN.430 27 N/A 390567 445 SUPER MAG.430 30 392630 390570 45 AUTO.451 45 392645 390606 45 AUTO RIMMED.451 31 392631 390571 45 WIN MAG.451 45 392645 390606 45 COLT.452 32 392632 390572 45 SCHOFIELD.452 41 N/A 390581 454 CASULL.452 32 392632 390572 460 S&W.452 46 392646 390602 455 WEBLEY.455-.456 51 N/A 390601 45/70 GOV.458 14 392614 390554 450 BUSHMASTER.458 1 392601 390541 450 MARLIN.458 5 392605 390545 450 NITRO EXPRESS*.458 54 N/A 390609 450-400 NE 3".458 25 N/A 390565 458 LOTT.458 5 392605 390545 458 SOCOM.458 1 392601 390541 458 WIN.458 5 392605 390545 460 WBY MAG.458 14 392614 390554 470 NITRO EXPRESS*.474 55 N/A 390610 475 LINEBAUGH.475 14 392614 390554 480 RUGER.475 14 392614 390554 50 A&E.500 40 392640 390580 50 BEOWULF.500 6 392606 390546 500 S&W.500 44 392644 390584 50 ALASKAN.510-.512 25 N/A 390565 500 LINEBAUGH.510 25 N/A 390565 500 NITRO EXPRESS*.510 55 N/A 390610 lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
2a: Installing the shell Plate Raise the Ram approximately 2" and place block under Sub Plate (24). This disengages the Index Pawls (32), and allows for free rotation of the Shell plate. Put a small amount of general-purpose grease on the Shell Plate Ball Detents located on bottom side of Shell Plate (12), and on the top surface of the Sub-Plate (24). Align the Shell Plate* with the keyed Drive Hub (29). Place the 3/8" Shell Plate Retainer Bolt (9) thru the 3/8" Flat Washer (28), (large end up) and thread the bolt into the Drive Hub (29). Tighten the bolt (9) using a 5/16" Allen wrench, only tight enough to prevent it from coming loose. Stretch the Case Retainer Spring (17) over the top of the Shell Plate (12). Remove Block from under Sub-Plate (24) and make sure it is in the Retainer Spring Groove (17A). While cycling the Press, push the Case Retainer Spring (17) into the relieved area on the Sub-Plate (24). You will have to cycle the press a couple of stations to receive these results. Check to make sure the Drive Pawls (32) are properly timed by cycling the press with the handle. A properly timed press will rotate the Shell Plate so the Ball Detents on the Shell Plate always engage the recesses in the Sub Plate. figure 2: Installing shell Plate SHELL PLATE RETAINER BOLT (9) FLAT WASHER (28) SHELL PLATE (12) RETAINER SPRING- GROOVE (17A) DRIVE HUB (29) SUB PLATE (24) EZject lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 8 -
When properly adjusted, it is not necessary to assist the Shell Plate to rotate into the Detents, and you should not feel a double click on the handle of the press as it indexes. If the adjustment is too long, it is normally felt as a double click on the handle of the press. You may have to cycle the press very slowly to feel this. The pawl engagement is set at the factory and very seldom requires adjustment by the user. figure 3: Removing shell Plate STATION 2 STATION 3 STATION 1 STATION 5 STATION 4 SHELL PLATE RETAINER BOLT (9) FLAT WASHER (28) LEFT PAWL PAWL ADJUSTMENT SCREW RIGHT PAWL 2b: Removing the shell Plate Use a 5/16" Allen wrench to remove the Bolt (9) and to remove the shell plate. Remove the Case Retainer Spring (17) - 9 - lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
shell PlaTe TRoublesHooTIng If the timing is severely out of adjustment, the Index Pawls (32) may have been damaged as outlined on page 9. If the Shell Plate does not rotate freely after mounting, check for these conditions: You may be trying to use the wrong version of shell plate. Your shell plate must have a groove cut on the bottom side. Dirt or debris between the shell plate and the drive hub. The Ball Detent bodies are not below flush on the underside of the Shell Plate. The Shell Plate is warped or damaged. If you reach a point where you cannot get the press to work, please call our technical service staff at 800-338-3220 or email webmaster@hornady.com. step 3: operation of your lock-n-load auto Progressive Press The Hornady Lock-N-Load AP utilizes a high strength aluminum alloy frame with a compound linkage system which operates the 2" diameter cylindrical ram. The Ram houses a drive shaft that is attached to the shell plate at the upper end and the index wheel at the lower end. The toggle contains two spring actuated pawls which alternately engage the index wheel to advance the shell plate through the different reloading stations. As the handle is lowered, the right Pawl contacts the Index Wheel, advancing the Shell Plate during the first 1½" of upward travel of the Ram. With this upward travel, the cases become aligned with the dies at the top of the Press. As the Shell Plate comes to the top of the press, it guides the cartridge cases into the five die stations to perform the reloading operations except priming. The handle is then raised to complete the stroke, lowering the Shell Plate. When the Shell Plate comes to within 1 3/4" of the bottom, the left Pawl engages the Index Wheel which advances the Shell Plate into position over the primer to seat it into the case that was just sized and de-primed. Pushing back on the handle with moderate force will seat the new primer into the case. Once the dies are in place, and all stations are filled, the proper sequence for reloading is listed below. Place an empty case into station one. (Using the optional LNL-AP Case Feeder, this step is automatically done for you.) Insert bullet into the powder charged case in station four. Lower the handle. Powder drops into the newly primed case at station three. Raise the handle and seat a new primer in the de-primed case that has now moved to station two. Loaded cartridge is automatically ejected at station five when handle is raised. lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 10 -
step 4: automatic Primer feed assembly 4a: Installing the Primer body (see drawing on next page Place the aligning pin, located on the underside of the Primer Body (14) in the hole on the Sub-Plate (24) located next to the Primer Slide (15). Insert the Cap Screw (11) thru the hole of the Primer Body (14) and screw it into the Sub-Plate (24). Rotate the Primer Body (14) counterclockwise towards the loader against the bolt and tighten the bolt. 4b: Installing the Primer slide, large or small Lower the handle (44). Place a 2" spacer under the Sub-Plate (24); a 4" section of a 2" wide wooden block works well. Place the Primer Slide (15) flat side up in the groove on the Sub-Plate (24) and slide forward. The bump on the bottom side of the slide is the travel stop as well as an alignment guide while the slide is in the retracted position. Attach the Spring (16) to the Sub-Plate (24) with the open end up (you may need to use needle nose pliers). Attach the other end of the Spring to the pin on the Primer Slide. 4C: Installing the Primer Punch assembly, large or small Raise the Ram (37) to the top of the stroke. Screw the Primer Seater Punch (26) into the Sub-Plate (24) from the bottom side. Tighten the Primer Seater Punch assembly (26) until it is snug using a wrench. (Do not over tighten the Primer Punch) 4D: Installing the Primer Tubes Place the tube of your choice (large or small primers) (4 or 5) in the center hole of the Primer Body (14) with the shoulder section of the tube facing down. Make sure the tube is fully seated in the Primer Body. 4e: Installing the Primer Tube Housing Slip the threaded end of the Primer Tube Housing (6) over the Primer tube (4 or 5) and onto the Primer Body (14). Screw the Primer Tube Housing (6) on to the Primer Body (14) clockwise. Snug the tube by hand. - 11 - lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
figure 4: Primer feed system PRIMER BODY (14) SPRING (16) SUB-PLATE (24) PRIMER SLIDE (15) (10) PRIMER TUBE SUPPORT (1) PRIMER FEED TUBE (4 or 5) SHOULDERED END DOWN ALIGNING PIN CAP SCREW (11) PRIMER SLIDE (15) PRIMER FEED TUBE (4 or 5) SHOULDERED END DOWN PRIMER BODY (14) SUB-PLATE (24) PRIMER FEED TUBE (4 or 5) SHOULDERED END DOWN PRIMER BODY (14) PRIMER SEATER PUNCH (26) 4f: Primer Tube support installation Place the Primer Tube Support (1) over the Primer Feed Tube (4 or 5) and slip the three tapered fingers inside the Primer Tube Housing (6). This will create a recess that allows the Primer Filler Tube (2 or 3) to properly align with the Primer Feed tube during refillings. lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 12 -
step 5: loading the Primer Tube Refer to Step 4D for Primer Tube installation instructions. PRIMER FILLER TUBE (2 or 3) PRIMER FILLER TUBE (2 or 3) PRIMER TUBE SUPPORT (1) PRIMER FEED TUBE (4 OR 5) PRIMER TUBE HOUSING (6) 14 4 24 figure 5: filling the Priming system Carefully transfer the primers out of their factory package into a Hornady Primer Turning Plate and orientate them shiny side up. Then holding the Primer Filler Tube (2 or 3) like a pencil, bring the plastic primer pick up tip over each primer and gently press it over the primers. The primers will be pushed into the filler tube one on top of another. Continue loading the primer filler tube until you have picked up approximately 100 primers. Make sure the cotter pin is in place; turn the Primer Filler Tube (2 or 3) upside down. At the top of the exposed Primer Filler Tube, there may be several primers still held and visible. Gently shake the tube to release the primers. Align the Primer Filler Tube (2 or 3) to the Primer Feed Tube (4 or 5) using the Primer Tube Support (1). Remove the cotter pin from the Primer Filler Tube (2 or 3) and fill the Primer Feed Tube (4 or 5). The primer tube has a 100 primer capacity. Do not over fill the primer tube. Insert the Primer Fouler (10) into the Primer Feed Tube (4 or 5). This will help the primers feed more reliably. - 13 - lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
step 6: Changing Primer Tubes When changing to a different size of primer, you need to change the Primer Feed Tube ( 4 or 5), Primer Slide (15) and Punch Assembly (26). If there are primers in the Primer Feed Tube (4 or 5), you will need to empty it before changing the tubes. Remove the Cap Screw (11), cup your hand under the Primer Tube and rotate the Primer Feed Body Assembly clockwise to catch the primers. After the tube is empty, rotate the body back in place and re-install the mounting screw. Refer to Step 4 for more details. Disconnect the Spring (16) from the roller pin and remove the Primer Slide (15). Remove the Primer Tube Support (1) and the Primer Feed Tube (4 or 5). If the primer tube is empty, there is no need to take the primer feed assembly off of the sub-plate. Remove the Primer Feed Support (1), Primer Tube (4 or 5), disconnect the Spring (16) and remove the Primer Slide (15) and Punch Assembly (26). Reinstall the primer system for your application (Refer to Step 4). Fill the primer tube as previously described (Refer to Step 5). The Primer Seater Punches (26) are installed from the bottom side of the Sub-Plate (24). Raise the Ram (37) to the top of the stroke. Use a wrench to loosen the Primer Seater Punch (26) and unscrew it from the Sub-Plate (24). When installing a new Primer Seater Punch (26), tighten it snug with a wrench. Do not over tighten the Primer Punch. PRIMER BODY (14) SPRING (16) SUB-PLATE (24) PRIMER SLIDE (15) (10) ALIGNING PIN CAP SCREW (11) PRIMER TUBE SUPPORT (1) PRIMER SLIDE (15) PRIMER FEED TUBE (4 or 5) SHOULDERED END DOWN PRIMER FEED TUBE (4 or 5) SHOULDERED END DOWN SUB-PLATE (24) PRIMER BODY (14) PRIMER FEED TUBE (4 or 5) SHOULDERED END DOWN PRIMER BODY (14) PRIMER SEATER PUNCH (26) lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 14 -
step 7: automatic Primer feed Inspection It is not necessary to install the primer tubes at this time to test your loader, but you must install the Primer Body (14). Lower the Primer Slide (15) so that is stays in place. See step 4A for instructions on installing the Primer Body (14). At this point you should have installed a Shell Plate and the corresponding Primer Seater Punch (26) and Primer Slide (15) for the cartridge you are loading. step 8: Installing the lock-n-load Powder measure with Case activated Powder Drop. figure 6: lock-n-load Powder measure UPPER ASSEMBLY MEASURE ADAPTER STATION 1 STATION 2 The Lock-N-Load Powder Measure combines with the Case Activated Powder Drop to mount on-top of the Lock-N-Load AP in station 2 or 3. The Lock-N-Load Powder Measure that was shipped with the press has been factory fitted with the case activiated Powder Drop. * This press comes packaged with the Standard Rotor & Standard Metering Insert and the Pistol Rotor & Pistol Metering Insert. Refer to the lock-n-load Powder measure and Case activated Powder Drop instructions for cleaning and functionality. (These instructions are included). - 15 - lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
step 9: lock-n-load quick change bushing system The Lock-N-Load system is based on the positive locking action of the bolt action rifle. Just like the bolt action rifle, the locking action is incredibly strong and simple. Once the dies and the powder measure are adjusted for loading, these settings are locked in place by tightening the Lock Ring that is provided with all Hornady dies and powder measures. How the lock-n-load works: figure 7: Hornady lock-n-load system LOCK RING LOCK-N-LOAD BUSHING LOCK-N-LOAD BUSHING/RECPTACLE LOCK-N-LOAD BUSHING THREADS ONTO STANDARD 7/8"-14 TPI RELOADING DIES. Insert the Lock-N-Load bushing into the press and turn it clock wise to lock it in place. Adjust the die to the desired position and lock the setting in place with the die s lock ring. Once Lock-N-Load bushings are installed, Dies and Powder Drop can be removed from the press with a quick counterclockwise turn. Since the Lock-N-Load bushing is locked in place, the dies and the Powder Drop remain set exactly as you left them. For added speed and convenience, Hornady offers inexpensive Quick Change Powder Dies for use with the Case Activated Powder Drop. step 10: Die mounting Instructions For initial die cleaning and set-up instructions, please refer to the instruction sheet that came with your die set. Please Note: The Hornady Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive with EZject System can use any brand of die. lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 16 -
step 11: Preparing to load Start with a single empty cartridge case and run it through all the loading stations (see Step 3 for details). 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. n Make sure the sizing die is adjusted properly, and the de-priming pin knocks out the old primer. Seating a primer. n Check and make sure the Primer Slide (15) picked up a primer from the Primer Feed Tube (4 or 5). n 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. n 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. n Verify the weight on a properly calibrated scale. Seat a bullet in the powder charged case. n Begin lowering the handle to rotate the shell plate to this station. n 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. (Refer to illustration on page 6) n This station is 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. n Properly adjusted, a taper crimp die removes all case-flare from the expander die without damaging or squeezing into the bullet. Lower the handler to 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 the data in your reloading book. When 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 with the process, 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. If anything looks out of place, or if you lose track of what you are doing, stop! 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. - 17 - lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
step 12: adjusting the auto advance mechanism figure 8: Pawl adjustment LEFT PAWL (32) RIGHT PAWL (32) PAWL ADJUSTMENT SCREW The Auto Advance Mechanism is fully adjusted at the Hornady factory and should not require further adjustment. If you feel your shell plate is not advancing properly, check all other options listed in this manual before attempting to adjust the mechanism s pawls. All adjustments should be made in extremely small increments. Through everyday use, the pawls on your press may gradually wear and may need to be adjusted. Before making adjustments you should understand what each pawl does. As the operating handle is lowered and raised through a complete cycle, each pawl engages the index wheel at the bottom of the press. The index wheel is connected through the driveshaft to the shell plate. As each pawl engages the index wheel it advances the shell plate either at the top or bottom of the cycle. The right pawl (as you face the press) advances the shell plate as the ram travels up when the handle is pulled down. The left pawl advances the wheel on the down stroke of the handle and should advance the shell plate to the detent holes in the sub-plate. If the shell plate doesn t advance enough on the down stroke of the ram, only the left pawl needs adjustment. lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 18 -
The right pawl is too low if the shell plate stops short of the detent, which can be felt as you rotate the shell plate into place by hand in a clockwise direction. If the pawl is too high, you will feel a slight double click on the handle as the pawl disengages and the shell plate is locked into place by the detents. The same is true for the left pawl which indexes on the up stroke of the handle (down stroke of the ram.) Likewise, if the plate doesn t advance far enough on the up stroke of the ram, only the right pawl needs to be adjusted. Don t assume that both pawls need adjusting. Do only one pawl at a time to keep from becoming confused. The height of each pawl determines how far the shell plate will advance when that pawl comes in contact with the indexing wheel. To adjust the pawls, increase the height of the chosen pawl to increase the advancement of the shell plate in that direction or decrease the height of the pawl to decrease the shell plate advancement in that direction. There is a set screw on each pawl, refer to (Figure 8). Turn the set screw clockwise to lower the pawl. Turn the set screw counterclockwise to raise the pawl. Become familiar with these pawls from the onset and see how they operate. You will then find it much easier to adjust the pawls, should you need to do so in the future. maintenance of THe lock-n-load ap As with all machinery, proper routine maintenance will provide smooth operation and a longer life for your reloading press. Check all moving parts for dirt or spilled powder and remove with a clean shop rag. Remove the primer slide, shell plate and clean the spilled powder under it. After cleaning, lubricate the sub-plate in the area of the detents, drive hub and sub-plate with one or two drops of light grade machine oil or Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner and Dry Lube. The primer slide is permanently lubricated and needs no oil. Lightly lube the index wheel and pawls. Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner and Dry Lube is excellent to use here. It is a dry lube, so stray powder won t stick to it while you re reloading. - 19 - lock-n-load ap Reloading Press
TIPs for TRouble-fRee operation PRoblems Powder dropping around case No primer in case Shell Plate will not advance or does not index on station Cases do not feed into Dies Gun powder is sticking in the powder measure, or inconsistent charge weights Case retainer spring won t fall off the shell plate or it is getting kinked solutions Correct bushing in place? Powder drop tube and measure adapter clean? Bushing installed deep counter sink side up? Primer slide properly adjusted? Correct primer punch installed? Primer slide spring in place? Correct primer slide installed? Primer body rotated counterclockwise when installed? Primer not fully seated? Pawls correctly adjusted? Make sure you have the latest shell plate version with the groove on the bottom side. Die mouths beveled? (If not, return to manufacturer for repair.) Pawls timed correctly? Is the inside surface dry and clean? Try pouring a little powdered graphite thru the powder measure for lubricant. Rub the outside of the powder hopper with a dryer sheet to eliminate static. Is there a burr on the shell plate where the spring groove and the case location meet? Is there a burr on the sides of the slot on the sub-plate? (With a casefeeder, when you are setting up the timing, do not run the case into the spring if the spring is up on the shell plate.) lock-n-load ap Reloading Press - 20 -
steps Page Overview...22 1: Disassemble...22 2: Assemble...23 3: Operate and Adjustment...23 4: Precautions...23 Lock-N-Load Powder Measure Table of ConTenTs Charts 1. Bill of Materials of Lock-N-Load Powder Measure...21 2. Exploded view of Lock-N-Load Powder Measure...21 bill of materials Item Production No. Part Number Qty. Description 1 170405 1 HOPPER CAP 2 398520 1 HOPPER 3 392740 1 BODY 4 392719 2 SCREW BHSCS 10-32 X 3/8 5 392752 1 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 6 392741 1 ROTOR 7 392743 1 METERING PLUNGER 8 392742 1 SLEEVE 9 480083 1 O-RING 1/2 ID X 11/16 OD 10 392764 1 NUT LOCK METERING UNIT 11 392766 1 O-RING 1 1/2 ID X 1 5/8 OD 12 390702 1 SMALL DROP TUBE 13 390701 1 LARGE DROP TUBE 14 392760 1 MOUNTING BRACKET 15 390656 1 3/32 HEX WRENCH 16 O44000 1 LOCK RING 17 390653 1 1/8 HEX WRENCH 1* 392779 1 BODY 165-265 2* 392780 1 PLUNGER, HIGH CAPACITY 3* 480083 1 O-RING 1/2 ID X 11/16 OD 4* 392764 1 NUT LOCK METERING UNIT 5* 392777 1 ADAPTER 6* 392775 1 TUBE DROP 7* 398521 1 HOPPER 8* 390653 1 1/8 HEX WRENCH 9* 390656 1 3/32 HEX WRENCH 10* 390036 1 5/32 HEX WRENCH (*) s are for 50 BMG Powder Measure - 21 - lock-n-load Powder measure
overview: lock-n-load PoWDeR measure Your Powder Measure has been treated with a rust preventative which must be removed before use. We recommend that you clean and degrease all metal parts with Hornady One-Shot Cleaner and Dry Lube. To DIsassemble: Set the Rotor with the Metering Unit perpendicular to the axis of the Body, press the Push Button and hold it down while removing the Metering Unit. NOTE: Do NOT remove push button. It is permanently installed and does not need cleaning. Remove the Handle, or Rotating Arm from the Powder Measure, by removing the two attaching screws with a 1/8 hex wrench. Slide the Rotor out of the Body by pressing gently on the handle side of the Rotor. Be careful not to drop or otherwise damage the Rotor while it is out of the Body. Remove the Lock Nut, O-Ring and Sleeve from the Metering Plunger. Spray all metal parts liberally with Hornady One Shot- Gun Cleaner and Dry Lube. Be sure all rust preventatives are removed. Allow it to dry thoroughly before reassembling. lock-n-load Powder measure - 22 -
To assemble: Reverse the procedure in the first five steps above. The Rotor and Body are very closely fit and must be properly aligned to reassemble. Do not force IT or IRRePaIRable Damage WIll occur. To operate and adjust: Attach the Mounting Bracket to your bench or shelf using (2) #14 Binding Head Sheet Metal Screws or other suitable hardware. The screws should be approximately _ back from the edge of the bench, and the smaller of the two large holes should be suspended off of the bench. Place the Powder Measure in the hole of the Mounting Plate, thread the Lock Ring onto the Powder Measure, tighten the Lock Ring to the Mounting Plate and lock it in place with the 3/32 hex wrench, if desired. Select the appropriate Drop Tube (The smaller for 20 and 25 caliber, the larger for 6.5 mm and up) and thread it into the bottom of the Powder Measure until it is secure against the internal shoulder. (Finger tight is all that is required.) The Lock Nut and O-ring on the Metering Unit may be adjusted to provide tension on the thread of the Plunger, so as to allow setting it while not allowing unintentional movement in operation. It may be locked in place by tightening when adjustment is achieved. One revolution of the plunger is.05 travel. With the plunger all the way in, or the capacity set to near zero, the end of the thread and the outer surface of the Lock Nut should be approximately flush. With the plunger all the way out (roughly 20 turns, 1 ), the maximum capacity is approximately 100 grains or 5 grains per turn. Once your Metering Unit is set, lock it, label it and store it with the die set, for the fastest possible return to the present setting in future loading sessions. PReCauTIons: always change the metering units with the handle and the metering unit in the horizontal position, and after you have dropped the charge. If you allow the Handle to fall while changing units, you will drain the Hopper. Be sure that you have the proper Lock-N-Load device locked in place, before operating. always verify your charges with a scale before loading. Any moisture in the unit will cause powder to stick, and charge weights will vary dramatically. - 23 - lock-n-load Powder measure
Table of ConTenTs Lock-N-Load Case Activated Powder Drop steps Page Overview... 25 1: Assembling the Case Activated Powder Drop Rotor Arm... 25 2: Upper Bracket Assembly... 26 3: Drop Tube Installation... 27 4: Installing the Case ActivatedPowder Drop... 27 (Lower Assembly) 5: Final Powder Measure Assembly... 28 6: Case Activated Powder Drop Adjustment... 28 figures 1. Attaching the Case Activated Powder Drop Rotor Arm.. 10 2. Upper Bracket Assembly... 11 3. Drop Tube Installation... 12 4. Installation for the Case Activated Powder Drop... 14 (Lower Assembly) 5. Final Powder Measure Assembly... 15 Charts 1. Bill of Materials for Case Activated Powder Drop... 24 2. Exploded view for Case Activated Powder Drop... 24 bill of materials 6 5 Item No. Production Part Number Qty. Description 1 392721 4 BHSCS 10-32 X 1.00 2 392708 2 MOUNTING CLAMP 3 392710 1 ROTOR ARM 4 392719 5 BHSCS 10-32 X 3/8 5 392715 2 SHOULDER NUT 6 398735 1 PIVOT 7 398737 1 DRIVE LINK 8 398736 1 MEASURE LINK 9 398742 2 BHSCS 10-32 X 1.25 10 392717 1 GROOVE PIN 3/16 X 7/8 11 392718 1 SPRING PIN 1/8 X 3/8 12 392707 1 UPPER BRACKET 13 398739 2 SPRING NUT 14 391008 1 RETURN SPRING 15 392705 1 DROP TUBE 16* 392703 1 17 CAL. SLEEVE 17 392701 1 #1 POWDER SLEEVE 18 392702 1 #2 POWDER SLEEVE 19 392700 1 PISTOL POWDER SLEEVE 20* 290040 1.355 POWDER THRU EXPANDER 20* 290041 1.357 POWDER THRU EXPANDER 20* 290042 1.400 POWDER THRU EXPANDER 20* 290043 1.430 POWDER THRU EXPANDER 20* 290044 1.451/.452 POWDER THRU EXPANDER 20* 290045 1.475 POWDER THRU EXPANDER 20* 290048 1.500 POWDER THRU EXPANDER 21 392704 1 MEASURE ADAPTER 22 392706 1 LOWER BRACKET 23 398741 1 LOCKING BOLT 24 392722 1 RETAINING RING 25 O44000 1 LOCK RING 26 392302 1 LOCK -N-LOAD BUSHING * (Sold Separately) 9 9 1 2 16* 17 18 1 2 21 24 25 26 19 3 4 12 15 20 7 8 10 11 4 13 14 22 23 13 lock-n-load Powder measure - 24 -
overview: Case activated PoWDeR DRoP The Case Activated Powder Drop helps make reloading faster and easier than ever before. It automatically activates and dispenses a charge with every pull of the handle, but only when a case is present in the station. Plus, it works with Lock-N-Load bushings. (You can remove and change Hornady powder measures with a quick turn, without changing adjustments.) The Case Activated Powder Drop unit can be used ONLY on the Hornady Lock-N-Load Powder Measure. Before using, disassemble and carefully clean the inside surfaces of the drop tube, measure adapter and powder sleeves. Rust preventative oil was applied at the factory to protect the parts during shipment and must be removed before reloading. Brake cleaner works well to remove the oil. step 1: assembling the Case activated Powder Drop Rotor arm L-N-L POWDER MEASURE Reinstall the Rotor with the handle side to the right (metering opening facing you). Place the Metering Unit back into the Rotor. Attach the Case Activated Powder Drop Rotor Arm (#3) to the right side of the Rotor using two Button Head Cap Screws (#4). Fig. 1: Attaching the Case Activated Powder Drop Rotor Arm - 25 - lock-n-load Case activated Power Drop
step 2: upper bracket assembly Slide the Upper Bracket Assembly onto the Powder Measure. Engage Drive Link Pin (#10) into the Rotor Arm Slot. Adjust the position of the Upper Assembly so that the drive link pivot is across from the centerline. Tighten the two Button Head Cap Screws (#1) and (#9). The longest screw 10-32 X 1.25 goes in the front hole. Screw on the Spring Nut (#13) to the end of the 10-32 X 1.25 screw. figure 2: upper bracket assembly L-N-L POWDER MEASURE ROTOR ARM SLOT ROTOR CENTERED PIVOT LOCATED ACROSS FROM ROTOR CENTERLINE 9 2 DRIVE LINK PIN UPPER ASSEMBLY lock-n-load Case activated Power Drop - 26 -
step 3: Drop Tube Installation Screw the Drop Tube (#16) into the bottom of the Powder Measure. Lubricate the exterior of the Drop Tube (#16) with Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner and Dry Lube or other similar dry lubricant. L-N-L POWDER MEASURE ROTOR CENTERED PIVOT LOCATED ACROSS FROM ROTOR CENTERLINE figure 3: Drop Tube Installation 16 step 4: Installing the Case activated Powder Drop (lower assembly) Screw the Measure Adapter (Lower Assembly) into the reloading press a couple of turns. Select the appropriate powder bushing sleeve for your application. (Each sleeve has a shallow countersink on one side, and a deep counter sink on the other.) Insert the bushing, with the deep counter sink facing up, into the top of the measure adapter. If using a Drop Thru Expander Powder Sleeve, insert the Expander with the deep countersink facing up, into the top of the Measure Adapter. The Case Activated Powder Drop comes with three internal powder bushing sleeves. The longest is the pistol powder sleeve (#20). Powder sleeve (#19) has the smallest inside diameter and works for loading 20 to 270 caliber rifle cases. The third and shortest powder sleeve is for loading 7MM to 45 caliber rifle cases. figure 4: Installation for the Case activated Powder Drop (lower assembly) MEASURE ADAPTER POWDER BUSHING MEASURE ADAPTER - 27 - lock-n-load Case activated Power Drop
step 5: final Powder measure assembly Insert the Powder Drop Tube (#16) into the lower assembly. (Refer to pg. 13) Connect the slot on the Measure Link (#8), (Refer to pgs. 17 & 18 for more details). figure 5: final Powder measure assembly UPPER ASSEMBLY MEASURE ADAPTER step 6: Case activated Powder Drop adjustments Insert a case into the shell plate at station 3 of your Lock-N-Load AP and operate the handle to raise the ram to its highest position. (refer to pg. 13 in your Lock-N-Load AP manual) Lower the Powder Measure by rotating it Clock-Wise (CW) into the press until the Powder Measure Rotor is fully rotated, but not contacting the end of the slot in the Powder Measure Body. Lower the Ram and attach the Return Spring (#14) between the two Spring Pins (#13). Check the adjustment for correct positioning and secure the adjustment with the lock ring. Clean the Case Activated Powder Drop at the end of each reloading session with a clean dry cloth to prevent a build up of excess powder. This helps prevent the internal sleeve from sticking and spilling powder around the cartridge cases as they are loaded. lock-n-load Case activated Power Drop - 28 -
Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive Case Feeder Table of ConTenTs steps Page Overview...32 List of required hand tools...32 1: Mounting the Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive with Case Feeder...33 2: Changing the sub-plate...34 3: Assemble the square tubing brackets...35 4: Placing the square tubing brackets onto the square tubing...35 5: Assemble the square tubing and brackets to the frame of the AP Press...36 6: Assemble the square tubing to the frame of the AP Press...37 7: Adding the case slide onto the sub-plate...37 8: Inserting the cam wire into the assembly...39 9: Case escapement bracket assembly...40 10: Mounting the Feed tube bracket to the square tubing...41 list of Illustrations figures 1. AP with main bracket...33 2. Spent primer tube dismantle/assembly...34 3. Square tubing brackets with set screws...35 4. Square tubing brackets with square tubing...35 5. Square tubing brackets to AP Frame...36 6. Square tubing to AP Frame...37 7a. Case slide assembly...37 7b. Case slide and sub-plate assembly...38 8. Assembly of cam wire...39 9. Assembling case escapement bracket on square tubing...40 Charts 1. Caliber change over chart...42 2. Shell plate selection chart...7 3. Case feed wheel selection chart...50 11: Determine which caliber you are going to be loading...42 12: Installing the V-block to the case slide...43 13: Changing and installing the shell plate...43 14: Set the timing of the cam wire...44 15: Assembling the feed tube end and pivot...46 16: Placing the feed tube end on the assembly...47 17: Selecting the case feed plate for your application...48 18: Adjusting the push rod...50 Single case operation...50 Fail-safe mechanism...50 Maintenance of the Lock-N-Load AP Case Feeder...51 Trouble free operation...51 10. Feed tube mounting bracket to square tubing...41 11. V-block selection...42 12. Inserting the V-block...43 13. Adjusting the V-block...44 14. Feeding a case...44 15. Cam rod adjustment...45 16. Pivot assembly...46 17a. Setting the feed tube end (most cases)...47 17b. Setting the feed tube end (357 Mag., etc.)...47 18. Case feed bowl door adjustment...49 19. Push rod adjustment...50 4. Trouble free operation...51 5. Bill of Materials...30 6. Exploded view...31-29 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
bill of materials: lock-n-load ap Case feeder Item No. Production Part No. Qty. Description 1 398327 1 Case Feed Bowl 2 398313 4 10-32 x ¾ FHSCS 3 398374 8 10-24 U Nut 4 398415 8 #8 x 1/2 Sheet Metal Screw Pan Head Philips 5 398326 1 Motor Housing 6 398375 2 4-40 Hex Head Lock Nut 7 398333 1 Micro Switch 8 398369 1 Case Feed Funnel Assembly 9 398376 1 4-40 x 5/8 B HSCS 10 398332 2 Rocker Switch 11 398331 1 Motor 12 398328 1 Motor Cover 13 398320 1 Feed Tube-Large 14 398321 1 Feed Tube-Small 15 398303 1 Feed Tube End-Large 16 398286 1 Feed Tube Mounting Bracket 17 396440 2 Lock Ring 18 398298 1 Pivot Adapter 19 398290 1 Pivot 20 398310 1 1/4-3/4 Shoulder Bolt 21 398311 1 3/0 x 3/4 Tper Pin 22 398305 1 Drop Tube-Large 23 398288 1 Spring, Torsion 24 398317 1 Push Rod 25 398371 1 Push Rod Tip 26 390178 2 1/4-20 Hex Head Nut 27 398349 1 Push Rod Bushing 28 398364 1 10 x 1/2 Sheet Metal Screw Pan Head Philips 29 398344 1 Pivot Body 30 398363 1 Push Rod Spring 31 398343 1 Cam Wire Support 32 398425 1 E Clip 1/4 33 398373 1 Push Rod Nut 34 398372 1 Push Rod Lower 35 398314 2 5/16-18 x 5/8 Set Screw Cup 36 398315 2 5/16-18 x 5/8 Set Screw Cone Point (45 Deg.) Item No. Production Part No. Qty. Description 37 398285 1 Case Feed Door Adjustment 38 398291 1 Case Slide 39 398307 1 Case Slide Rod Guide 40 398308 1 Case Slide Rod Guide Spring 41 392011 2 10-32 Hex Head Nut 42 398289 1 Main Bracket 43 398299 1 Cam Wire 44 398309R 1 Sub-Plate (on press or with retrofit kit) 45 398287 2 Bracket, Sq. Tubing 46 398345 1 Eject Wire (pre 7000 SER #) 47 398321 2 1/4-20 x 125SHCS 48 390128 4 1-4 Flaat Washer Zinc Plated 49 398284 1 Case Feed Stand 50 398304 1 Feed Tube End-Small 51 398300 1 Pivot Adapter Bushing 52 398301 1 Pivot Bushing 53 398306 1 Drop Tube-Small 54 095310 OPT Case Feed Plate-Small Pistol 55 095312 OPT Case Feed Plate-Large Pistol 56 095314 OPT Case Feed Plate-Small Rifle 57 095316 OPT Case Feed Plate-Large Rifle 58 059100 OPT AP Press 59 398346 1 10-24 x 1/2 SHCS 60 398293 1 V-Block #1 61 398297 1 V-Block #2 62 398294 1 V-Block #3 63 398292 1 V-Block #4 64 398295 1 V-Block #5 65 398296 1 V-Block #6 66 398324 1 Plastic Feed Tube Small Bushing 67 390651 2 3/16" Flat Washer SAE 68 398362 1 10-24 x 5/16 B HSCS 69 398370 1 Case Feed Bowl Bushing 70 398388 2 1/4-20 x 150 SHCS 71 398416 1 O-Ring 7/8 OD, 11/16 ID 72 398550 6 Rivet Poly Black 73 398302 OPT Intermediate Drop Tube Chart 5: bill of materials ( * sold separately) ( Italics Pre assembled) opt = optional accessory sold separately lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 30 -
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overview on lock-n-load auto PRogRessIVe (ap) Case feeder Your new AP Case Feeder has been packaged to insure minimal vibration and damage during transportation. Remove all the parts from the packing box and spread them out over a large flat surface. Refer to the parts list on pages 26-27 to make sure all necessary parts are identified. The manual provides step-by-step instructions and suggestions that make set-up and operation easy and understandable. Remember, everything is designed and machined to fit easily together without modification. If you find that it is necessary to force parts together, stop and check the instructions and illustrations we have provided. list of needed hand tools: 3/8" wrench 5/32" allen wrench 7/16" wrench 3/16" allen wrench 9/16" wrench Pliers or vise grips 1/8" allen wrench small hammer lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 32 -
InsTRuCTIons on lock-n-load auto PRogRessIVe (ap) Case feeder step 1: mounting the lock-n-load auto Progressive with Case feeder figure 1: ap with main bracket Your work area should be well lit and have plenty of room for your reloading accessories. Your Hornady Lock-N-Load AP should be mounted securely to the edge of a solid level bench approximately 2 ¼" from the center of holes to the front edge of the table when using the optional case feeder. While facing the bench and using the Main Bracket (#42) for a pattern, mark and drill the mounting holes. Mount the press using (2) 5/16" bolts that are long enough to secure the press to the bench with plenty of clearance for the nuts. (Due to variations of benches we have chosen to not provide these items.) We also recommend using 5/16" flat washers at both ends of the bolts with lock washers on the bottom side. Washers are required on the two mounting bolts if using the case feeder system. Place the Main Bracket (#42) on the bench and verify that the mounting holes line up with the holes. Place the Bracket on the underside of the Press Frame. Place one of the 5/16" bolts through the mounting hole from the top. Place the unit on the bench, and run the bolt down through the appropriate hole and secure it to the bench with a nut and washer assembly (finger tight is good for now). Align the second hole, and using the second bolt, secure it to the bench. Check that the linkage of the press is free to operate and that no part of the bench interferes. If everything is proper, tighten the nuts on the bolts to finish securing the press and mounting plate to the bench. See Figure 1 for details. - 33 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
step 2: Changing the sub-plate. (This step is necessary only if you are installing the case feeder to an existing press, with a serial number lower than 07000.) The new Sub-Plate (Part Number 398309) is sold separately. The new priming system (Part Number 095210) is also sold separately for presses with serial number prior to 07000. Raise the Eject Wire (E46) to move it out of the way. Use a 9/16" end wrench to remove the bolt holding down the shell plate and remove the shell plate. Remove the case retainer spring. Remove the primer feed assembly. Unhook the extension spring from the primer slide and remove it from the Sub-Plate (#44). Remove the primer slide from the Sub-Plate. figure 2: spent primer tubes dismantle / assembly Place the spent primer assembly tool in the bottom of the spent primer tube. Take a pair of pliers or vise grips and clamp onto the spent primer tube approximately ¼" from the end and tap the pliers with a hammer to remove the spent primer tube. Be careful not to lose the Counter Balance spring. See Figure 2 for more details. Raise the ram to the top of the stroke and Block it into place The Ram can be blocked into place by inserting the handle of a medium sized screw driver between the Toggle and the Yoke near the pawls. Be careful not to put extreme pressure on the Index wheel as you may damage it. Use a 5/32" Allen wrench to remove the two screws that secure the Sub-Plate onto the ram. Remove the Block and lower the ram and remove the Sub-Plate. Install the new Sub-Plate, raise the ram and replace the Block before installing the screws and tightening them very tight. (Be careful not to strip the socket or damage the threads.) Once again, remove the Block, lower the ram and replace all parts in the reverse order that you removed them. The instructions thru Step 5 are for a Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive Frame without the new machined bosses on the frame, serial # 07279 and later. lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 34 -
step 3: assemble the square tubing brackets (NOTE: #45 is used on pre 7000 serial number Lock-N-Load AP) See Figure 3 for more details. figure 3: square tubing bracket with set screws Lay the two Brackets (#45) in front of you along with two 5/16-18 x 5/8 Cup Set Screws (#35) and two 5/16-18 x 5/8 Cone Point Set Screws (#36). Place one Cone Point Set Screw (#36) into the side of the Square Tubing Bracket (#45) until the point is just flush with the inside surface of the Bracket. Place one (#35) Cup Set Screw in the back of the Bracket until the cup point is just flush with the inside of the Bracket. Repeat these steps for the second Bracket. step 4: mounting the square tubing brackets on to the square tubing. See Figure 4 for more details. figure 4: square tubing brackets with square tubing. Place the ¼" Flat Washers (#48) on the ¼-20 x 1 ¼" Socket Head Cap Screw (SHCS) (#47). Place one SHCS thru the Square Tubing (#49) and into one of the Square Tubing Brackets (#45) as shown and tighten finger tight. Repeat for the second Bracket. ¼-20 1 ¼ Cap screw (full size) - 35 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
step 5: assemble the square tubing and brackets to the frame of the ap Press. (for serial numbers pre 7000) (This step is a preliminary adjustment and will be completed later in the assembly.) See Figure 5 for more details. figure 5: square tubing brackets to the frame While standing to the left side of the press (your left), hook the v-section of bracket to the rib on the corner of the frame. Rotate the square tubing with the brackets counter clockwise around the corner of the press. Make sure that the tube rests on the tab of the mounting bracket. Tighten the two (Cone Point) set screws (#36) until about half of the angled point is past the corner of the rib on the press. Tighten the two (Cup Point) set screws (#35) until the square tubing assembly is secure. Finish by tightening the screws (#47) on the Square tubing and bracket assembly. The back of the square tubing should be parallel to the back edge of the frame. If it is not, you will need to readjust it using the set screws. The assembly can be rotated clockwise by loosening the Cone Point screws (#36) and tightening the Cup Points (#35) and visa versa to rotate it counterclockwise. Complete the installation by tightening the Cup Point Set Screws (#35). lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 36 -
step 6: assemble the square tubing to the frame of the ap Press. (For serial numbers post 7000) figure 6: square tubing to the frame Place the ¼" Flat Washers (#48) on the ¼-20 x 1 ¼" Socket Head Cap Screw (SHCS) (#47). Place one SHCS thru the Square Tubing (#49) and thread into the Frame. Repeat for the second Bracket. Tighten both screws down using a 3/16" Allen wrench. step 7: adding the case slide on to the sub-plate. See Figure 7b for more details. ¼-20 1 ¼ Cap screw (full size) figure 7a: Case slide assembly - 37 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
While holding the case slide (#38) upside down in one hand, pull the cardboard packaging rearward till the front edge bi-sects the foot at the front of the slide. See Figure 7a for more details. figure 7b: Case slide and sub-plate assembly Turn the Case Slide (#38) right side up and start the slide onto the rail of the sub-plate. While holding the end of the cardboard, push the slide onto the rail. You may need to push up on the bottom of the cardboard while you are pushing it on the sub-plate. If now, or anytime in the future, the guide and spring come out of the slide, they can be assembled by placing the spring in the relief of the slide and hooking the relief of the guide onto the end of the spring. Slide the guide forward and compress the spring until the guide fits into the pocket. You may need to hold the guide and spring into the Slide with your finger as you slide the assembly back onto the Sub-Plate. lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 38 -
step 8: Inserting the cam wire into the assembly. See figure 8 for more details. figure 8: assembly of cam wire Raise the ram to the top of the stroke. Screw one #10-32 Hex Nut (#41) onto the Cam Wire (#43) approximately 1" from the end. Place one of the #10 Flat Washers (#67) onto the Cam Wire (#43). From the bottom of the Sub-Plate (#44), slide the non-threaded end of the Cam Wire (#43) through the slot of the Sub-Plate (#44) and through the Case Slide (#38). Place the threaded end of the Cam Wire through the hole of the tab on the Main Bracket (#42). Place the other Flat Washer (#67) and Hex Nut (#41) onto the bottom of the Cam Wire (#43) and tighten finger tight. Lower the ram. - 39 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
step 9: Case escapement bracket assembly. See Figure 9 for details. figure 9: assembling Case escapement bracket on square tubing Put a ¼" Flat Washer (#48) on the ¼-20 X 1 ½" Cap Screw (#70). Place the Cap Screw (#70) thru the Square Tubing and thread the Hex Nut (#26) the length of the nut. Slip the Case Escapement Body (#29) over the Cap Screw so the Hex Nut (#26) is in the slot on the back of the Case Escapement Body. (#29) Slip the Cam Wire (#43) into the Cam Wire Support (#31). Tighten the Cap Screw (#70) while holding the Bracket level with the top of the frame. ¼-20 x 1 ½" Cap screw (full size) lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 40 -
step 10: feed Tube mounting bracket to the square tubing. See Figure 10 for more details. figure 10: feed Tube mounting bracket with square tubing Put a ¼" Flat Washer (#48) on a ¼-20 X 1 ½" Cap Screw (#70). Place the Cap Screw (#70) thru the Square Tubing and place the Feed Tube Mounting Bracket (#16) over the Cap Screw (#70), then insert the Hex Nut (#26) on the Cap Screw and tighten. Be certain that the top of the Feed Tube Mounting Bracket (#16) is level. A small level may be used to check it, if you desire, but should appear level to the eye. ¼-20 x 1 ½" Cap screw (full size) - 41 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
step 11: Determine which cartridge case you are going to be loading. Chart 1: Cartridge Case change over chart. Cases Item Numbers Required Pg. 22 Notes Small Pistol (9 mm, 40 S&W, etc.) 14, 50, 52, 53, 66 Cases smaller than.43" maximum diameters Large Pistol (.357 Mag.,.44 Mag, etc.) 13, 15, 22 Cases larger than.43" maximum diameters Small Rifle (.223, 22 Hornet) 14, 18, 50, 51, 52, 53, 66 Cases smaller than.43" maximum diameters Large Rifle (243 Win., 45-70 Govt., etc.) 13, 15, 18, 22 Cases larger than.43" maximum diameters If you find that some cases such as the 40 s&w are tight in the feed Tube small (#14), you may need to use the part of both the large and small feed tubes. for example, 40 s&w could use item numbers 13, 15, 19 and 53. See figure 11 for more details on selecting the V-Block. figure 11: V-block selection chart lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 42 -
step 12: Installing the V-block onto the case slide. figure 12: Inserting the V-block With the ram at the bottom of the stroke (idle position), set the V-Block (item #60-#65) onto the Case Slide (#38). Place the #10-24 X 1/2 Cap Screw (#59) through the hole of the V-Block and screw it into the Case Slide. Before you tighten the Cap Screw, push the V-Block back into the Case Slide and snug the Cap Screw with your fingers. step 13: Determine which shell plate is required for your application. see Chart on page 7 to help with this selection. Changing and installing the shell plate. Refer to page 8-43 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
step 14: setting the timing of the cam wire. figure 13: adjusting the V-block Place a case of the proper size into the shell plate and manually push the Case Slide (#38) and V-Block into the case. Loosen the Cap Screw (#59) and continue to push the Case Slide into the case. Tighten the Cap Screw (#59) with a 3/16" allen wrench. See Figure 13 for more details. figure 14: feeding a case Raise the ram until the shell plate rotates and place a case (of the proper size) in front of the V-Block on the Sub-Plate. Lower the ram so the Case Slide will advance the case into the shell plate. See Figure 13 for more details. lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 44 -
figure 15: Cam rod adjustment If the Cam Wire is too high: 1. It will not allow the Shell Plate to advance. Loosen the upper nut several turns and pull the wire down. 2. The case will hit the Shell Plate before it rotates. Again, loosen the upper nut and move the wire down, but do this in small increments. If the wire is too low: 1. It will not advance the case into the shell plate. Loosen the lower nut and tighten the upper one to move the cam down. Once the timing is correct, snug both nuts to the bracket and make sure the cam is centered in the Slide. This can be adjusted manually by rotating it a small amount around the threaded end. Tighten the nuts to complete the timing process.this timing setting is adequate for all cartridges and it should not be necessary to make future changes. - 45 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
step 15: assembling the feed tube end and pivot. See Figure 15 for more details. figure 16: Pivot assembly If the maximum case diameter is larger than.43 you will need to use the large tube (#22). If it is smaller, you will need the small tube (#53). Place the correct one into the pivot block (#29). Place the torsion spring (#23) into the slot in the pivot block (#29), leaving the long leg on the top side. The spring will only fit one way. Set the pivot (#19) on top of the pivot block. Make sure you line up the under cut on the cam with the torsion spring. The leg of the torsion spring will fit into the slot on the cam. When this fits together, the pivot should fit on top of the pivot block. The dowel pin in the cam will fit into the curved slot on the cam block. Then insert the shoulder bolt (#20) into the pivot and into the pivot block and tighten with an allen wrench. Actuate the pivot by hand to make sure it will rotate properly. For small rifle cases place the pivot adapter bushing (#51) into the hole of the pivot adapter. See pg. 25 for more details. Place the pivot adapter (#18) on top of the pivot for rifle cases (See pg. 25 for more details). lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 46 -
step 16: Placing the feed Tube end on the assembly. 17a. 17b. figure 17a: setting the feed Tube end figure 17b: setting the feed Tube end (357 mag.) Select the tube for your application (#15, #50 or #73), see pages 30 and 31. Screw one lock ring on the tube. Place it thru the hole on the feed tube mounting bracket. Adjust the height of the tube to have approximately 1/16" below the bottom of the tube to the case mouth. (See Figure 16a for more details.) With some cases such as the 357 Mag, it may be necessary to adjust the tube to where the case mouth sits up inside of the tube approximately 3/16". (See Figure 16b for more details.) These are both starting points, and for your particular case, it may need to be adjusted a little differently. (Long skinny cases, which are shorter than 1.50" long, will not work with the Pivot Adapter (#18). They may need to be supported at the mouth of the case by the Feed Tubes (#15 or #50). This will allow the case to feed down the Drop Tubes (#22 or #53) without falling over and causing double or triple feeds. Screw on the other lock ring. Select the proper Feed Tube (#13 or #14) and insert it in the top of the Feed Tube End (#15 or #50). If you select the Small Feed Tube (#14), you will have to use the Plastic Feed Tube Small Bushing (#66), see pages 30 and 31. (When feeding some cases, such as the 357 mag, you may notice that the base of the case will not fall into the hole of the pivot everytime. The base will ride on the radius of the pivot hole. you can operate the press with the cases doing this and when the push rod (#24) starts to rotate the cam, the case will fall into the hole.) - 47 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
step 17: selecting the case feed wheel for your application. See Chart 3 for more details. Small Pistol Plate Large Pistol Plate Small Rifle Plate Large Rifle Plate 22 Hornet 10MM Auto 7.62 x 39 6MM Rem..284 Win..356 Win..300 RCM 9MM.357 Mag..17 Rem. 6.5MM Rem. Mag..30 Rem..358 Win..300 Rem. Saum 9 x 21.357 Rem. Max..218 Bee 6.5 x 55 Swedish Mauser.30-06 Springfield.375 H&H Mag..300 WSM.38 Super.38 Long Colt.22 Hornet 7MM Mauser (7 x 57).30-30 Win..375 Win..300 Dakota 9 x 18 Makarov.38 Short Colt.222 Rem./Rem Mag. 7MM Rem. Mag..30-40 Krag.38-55 Win..300 Rem. Ultra Mag. 9MM Win Mag..38 S&W.223 Rem (5.56MM) 7MM WBY Mag..300 H&H Mag..416 Rem. Mag..338 RCM.30 Luger.38 Spl..30 Carbine 7MM-08 Rem..300 Savage.416 Rigby.338 Win. Mag. 32 ACP.41 Rem. Mag..32-20 Win. 7-30 Waters.300 WBY Mag..444 Marlin.338 Rem. Ultra Mag..32 H&R Mag.44 Spl/Mag..351 Win Self Loading 8MM Mauser (8 x 57).300 Win. Mag..45-70 Govt..340 WBY Mag..32 Long Colt.45 ACP.25-20 Win. 8MM Rem. Mag..303 British.458 Win. Mag..375 Ruger.32 Short Colt.45 Auto Rim..22-250.303 Savage.458 Lott.378 WBY Mag..32 S&W.45 Colt.220 Swift.307 Win..450 Marlin.404 Jeffery.32 S&W Long.45 Win. Mag..225 Win..308 Win..376 Steyr.460 WBY Mag..380 Auto.454 Casull.243 Win..32 Rem..405 Win. 500 S&W.40 S&W 9 x 25.25-06.32 Win. Spl..240 WBY Mag..22 Rem. Jet.25-35 Win..32-40 Win..257 WBY Mag..256 Win. Mag..250 Savage.338 Win. Mag..270 WBY Mag..475 Linebaugh.257 Roberts.348 Win..270 WSM.480 Ruger.264 Win. Mag..35 Rem. 7MM Rem. Saum.38-40 Win..270 Win..35 Whelen 7MM STW.44-40 Win..280 Rem..350 Rem. 7MM Rem. Ultra Mag. Chart 3: Case feed wheel selection chart. Small Pistol Plate No. 095310 $37.44 Large Pistol Plate No. 095312 $37.44 Small Rifle Plate No. 095314 $37.44 Large Rifle Plate No. 095316 $37.44 lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 48 -
figure 18: Case feed bowl door adjustment Select the Case Feed Plate (item #54-57) for your application and place it on the motor shaft. The clutch on the plate will slip onto the motor shaft fitting flush to the bottom of the Case Feed Bowl (#1). Place the O-Ring onto the Feed Tube Large (#13) approximately 2" from one end. The O-Ring when pushed down on top of the Feed Tube End (#15) will hold the feed tube into the funnel on the case feed bowl. Set the Case Feed Bowl (#1) on top of the Square Tubing (#49) while inserting the Feed Tube (#13 or #14) into the Case Feed Funnel Assembly (#8) and plug it into a power outlet. If you are loading rifle cartridges you will need to adjust the Case Feed Door (#37). Loosen the ¼" Button Head Cap Screw (#68) and slide the Case Feed Door Adjustment (#37) so the opening is approximately ¾ the length of the case. This is a preliminary setting. Place a hand-full of cases into the Case Feed Bowl (#1). Turn the motor on and observe to see if the cases will fall base first. If they do not, readjust the Case Feed Bowl Door Adjustment (#37) until they do without hanging up or getting caught. Re-tighten the ¼" Button Head Cap Screw (#68). To load pistol cases, completely open the Case Feed Door Adjustment. See figure 17 for more details. - 49 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
step 18: adjusting the push rod. figure 19: Push Rod adjustment Screw the Push Rod Nut (#33) and the Push Rod Lower (#34) onto the Push Rod (#24) until the Push Rod Lower (#34) bottoms out on the thread. Place a case in the hole of the Pivot (#19) and the Escapement Height adjuster (#18) (if required). Raise the ram to the top of the stroke slowly, so the Case Slide (#38) will actuate the Push Rod (#24) and Pivot (#19). The Pivot (#19) should rotate far enough to drop a case down the Feed tube (#13-14). If it does not, lower the ram just far enough to take the pressure off of the Push rod (#24). Screw the Push Rod Lower (#34) down a couple of turns and retry. When the Pivot (#19) is dropping a case thru the Feed Tube, screw the Push Rod Nut (#33) down on top of the Push Rod Lower (#34) and tighten with your fingers. If the case is falling on top of the V-Block, refer to step Step 5. single case operation (To feed cases singly without using the case feeder.) Remove the Push Rod Lower (#34). This will allow the press to be cycled without dropping cases. fail-safe mechanism The Cam Wire (#43) has a fail-safe mechanism at its top (Cam Wire Support #31). The Cam Wire Support (#31) holds the Cam Wire (#43) in place. If a malfunction occurs, the Cam Wire (#43) is able to snap out of the support to prevent damage to the Cam Wire. lock-n-load ap Case feeder - 50 -
maintenance of the lock-n-load ap 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. Cases are not feeding into the shell plate far enough Cases are tipping when going into the shellplate Slow timing down or readjust V-Block location 13 Speed timing up or using the wrong V-Block 13 Readjust V-Block location 13 Cases are falling on top of the V-Block Readjust the bracket, square tubing 5 Drop tube is tight against the AP frame; will not allow changing of tubes Readjust the bracket, square tubing 5 Cases are falling mouth first out of the bowl Cases are getting caught in the open hole on the bowl The shell plate is hitting the V-block when it s rotating Close the door adjustment 16 Open the door adjustment 16 Lower the cam wire 13 Chart 4: Trouble free operation - 51 - lock-n-load ap Case feeder
Table of ConTenTs Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive Bullet Feeder steps Page Overview...55 List of required hand tools...55 1: Mounting the Bullet Feeder to the Bench...56 2: Mounting the Bullet Feed Hopper...57 3: Bullet Feed Hopper Set Up...58 4: Bullet Wiper (Bottom Wiper) Set Up...59 5: Bullet Wiper (Top Wiper) Set Up...59 6: Drop Funnel...59 7: Drop Tube...60 8: Feeding Bullets in the Bullet Feed Hopper...60 9: Die Set Up...61 10: Die Adjustment...62 11: Final Assembly...63 12: Change Over...63 list of Illustrations figures 1. List of Need Tools...55 2. Mounting Layout...56 3. Mounting the Square Tubing to the Bench...56 3A. Mounting the Square Tubing to the Bench...56 4. Mounting the Bullet Feed Hopper...57 5. Mounting the Bullet Feed Hopper with the Top Bolt...57 6. Mounting the Bullet Feed Hopper with the Bottom Bolt...57 7. Tightening up the Bolts on the Bullet Feed Hopper...57 8. Bullet Guide Plate Thumb Screw...58 9. Lock Nut Adjustment Screw...58 10. Bullet Feed Adjustment Screw...58 11. Bullet Guide Plate Adjustment...58 12. Bullet Wiper (Bottom Wiper)...59 13. Bullet Wiper (Top Wiper)...59 14. Drop Funnel Selection...59 15. Drop Funnel Adjustment...59 16. Drop Tube Adjustment...60 17. Feeding bullets in Hopper...60 18. PTX Powder Measure Stop Adjustment...61 19. Die Set Up...61 20. Die Adjustment...62 21. Final Assembly...63 Charts 1. Bill of Materials...53 2. Exploded View...54 lock-n-load ap bullet feeder - 52 -
bill of materials: lock-n-load ap bullet feeder Item No. Production Part No. Qty. Description Item No. Production Part No. Qty. Description 1 392011 1 NUT HEX 10-32 ZINC 19 398402 1 IDELER GEAR SHAFT 2 399209 1 STEEL KNURLED THUMB SCREW 20 399102 1 SPUR GEAR 1.200 P.D.24 TOOTH 3 399213 1 TUBE SPRING CLAMP 21 399244 1 FHCS 1/4-20 X 1/2 4 399210 1 BHCS 10-32 X 1/4 22 398381 1 PIN SPIROL 1/8 X 3/4 5 399214 1 TUBE BULLET DROP FUNNEL LARGE 23 398399 1 MOTOR BULLET FEEDER 5 399215 1 TUBE BULLET DROP FUNNEL MEDIUM 24 399222 2 SCREW BULLET WIPER 5 399216 1 TUBE BULLET DROP FUNNEL SMALL 25 399242 4 NUT WING 1/4-20 6 399205 1 SCREW ADJUSTMENT BULLET FEED 26 399223 2 SPRING WIPER BULLET FEED 7 399206 1 SCREW LOCK NUT ADJUSTMENT 27 399224 3 SCREW THUM 8-32 X 1/2 8 398067 1 WASHER FLAT RUBBER 28 399217 1 TUBE HOLDER BULLET FEEDER 9 399208 1 CENTER PLATE ADJUSTMENT NUT 29 399200 1 BULLET FEED HOPPER 10 398400 1 THUMB SCREW 1/4-20 X 1/2 30 399211 2 SHCS 1/4-20 X 2 11 399202 1 HOPPER TURNING PLATE 31 390128 4 WASHER FLAT 1/4" 12 398401 2 SCREW FHSCS 10-32 X 1/4 32 398418 1 BUSHING (HEYCO 1147) BLACK 13 399201 1 BULLET FEED WHEEL PISTOL 33 399219 1 TUBE DROP SMALL 14 399212 3 NUT HEX 1/4-20 33 399243 1 TUBE DROP MEDIUM 15 399207 1 CENTER PIN BULLET PLATE 33 399221 1 TUBE DROP LARGE 16 399218 1 SPUR GEAR 1.500 P.D., 30 TOOTH 34 398332 1 SWITCH 2 POSITION 17 398313 8 SCREW FHSCS 10-32 X 3/4 35 399204 1 SQUARE TUBING 18 399203 1 BULLET FEEDER BASE PLATE We guarantee every one of our reloading tools and accessories for life no-risk, lifetime Warranty Hornady reloading tools and accessories are warranted against material defects and workmanship for the life of the products. Parts which by nature of their function are subject to normal wear such as springs, pins, bearings, etc and, parts which have been altered, abused, or neglected are excluded for the warranty. If the product is deemed defective by either workmanship or material, the reloading tool or accessory will either be repaired, reconditioned or replaced at Hornady Manufacturing Company s option. If it breaks, we ll repair it or replace it at no charge. To return a product, call toll free (800) 338-3220 and ask for Customer Service. They will provide instructions for return, if the problem can t be solved over the phone. Prices and or specifications are subject to change without notice. For the best prices on any of our products, contact your nearest Hornady dealer. Hornady Manufacturing Company cannot assume liability for damage which may result from use of the products or information given herein, since Hornady had no control over the manner in which its products or components are used during reloading - 53 - lock-n-load ap bullet feeder
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step 2: mounting the bullet feed Hopper (#29) to the square Tubing mounting bracket (#35) overview on lock-n-load auto PRogRessIVe bullet feeder Your new Lock-N-Load AP Bullet Feeder has been packaged to ensure minimal vibration and damage during transportation. Remove all the parts from the packing box and spread them over a large flat surface. Refer to the parts list on page 45-46 and check to make sure all necessary parts are identified. This manual provides step-by-step instructions that make set-up and operation easy and understandable. Tools needed for assembly and set-up: 7/16" end Wrench 3/16" Hex Wrench 1/4" Drill bit electric Drill figure: 1 list of needed tools - 55 - lock-n-load ap bullet feeder
InsTRuCTIons on lock-n-load auto PRogRessIVe (ap) bullet feeder step 1: mounting the bullet feeder to the bench. Select which template you will be using for your press. For ease of assembly, we have included three different templates. These templates are the last three pages of this manual. 1. Hornady Lock-N-Load AP 2. RCBS Pro2000 3. Dillion 650 Place the template on the table in the location you would like to mount the press and Lock-N-Load AP Bullet Feeder. Drill ¼" holes for the placement of the Square Tubing Mounting Bracket (#35). figure 2: mounting layout Assemble the Square Tubing Mounting Bracket (#35) onto the table using the holes you just drilled with the template. Use ¼" bolts with ¼" flat washers (not provided, due to different thicknesses of tables) on top of the Square Tubing Mounting Bracket (#35) and also one on the bottom of the bench. figure 3: mounting the square Tubing to the bench. figure 3a: mounting the square Tubing to the bench. lock-n-load ap bullet feeder - 56 -
step 2: mounting the bullet feed Hopper (#29) to the square Tubing mounting bracket (#35) figure 4: mounting the bullet feed Hopper Slide the hopper over the top of the Square Tubing Mounting Bracket (#35), with the open face of the hopper facing the front of the bench or table. figure 5: mounting the bullet feed Hopper with the Top bolt Place a ¼-20 X 2 SHCS Bolt (#30) with one ¼" Flat Washer (#31) through the top hole of the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29) and the Square Tubing Bracket (#35). figure 6: mounting the bullet feed Hopper with the bottom bolt Place a ¼-20 X 2 SHCS Bolt (#30) with one ¼" Flat Washer (#31) thru the bottom hole of the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29) and the Square Tubing Mounting Bracket (#35). If you are having issues with bullets not being able to keep up feeding (approximately 100 bullets in 5 to 6 minutes), switch the bolt from the bottom hole to the middle hole. figure 7: Tightening up the bolts on the bullet feed Hopper Place a ¼" Flat Washer (#31) over the end of each of the two bolts just previously place through the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29) and Square Tubing Mounting Bracket (35). Place a ¼-20 Hex Nut (#14) onto the two ¼-20 X 2 SHCS Bolts (#30) and tighten snug. - 57 - lock-n-load ap bullet feeder
step 3: bullet feed Hopper set up figure 8: bullet guide Plate Thumb screw adjustment figure 9: lock nut adjustment screw Loosen ¼-20 Thumb Screw (#10). Loosen Lock Nut (#7) on the Adjustment Screw (#6). figure 10: bullet feed adjustment screw Raise the Bullet Guide Plate (#11) by turning the Adjustment Screw (#6) clockwise. Refer to the picture at the right. Raise the bullet guide Plate above the bottom of the slots on the bullet feed Wheel Pistol (#13) far enough to hold a bullet base first against the bullet feed Wheel Pistol (#13). figure 11: bullet guide Plate adjustment Place a bullet that you plan on loading facing base first up against the Bullet Guide Plate (#11) and against the Bullet Feed Wheel Pistol (#13). Next to this bullet, place another bullet so that the nose is facing the center of the Bullet Feed Wheel Pistol (#13). you will then need to adjust the bullet guide Plate either up or down to get a bullet to stay on the bullet feed Wheel Pistol (#13) base first, but fall off the bullet feed Wheel Pistol (#13) if the bullet is nose first towards center of the bullet feed Wheel Pistol (#13). see figure 11. lock-n-load ap bullet feeder - 58 -
step 4: bullet Wiper (bottom Wiper) step 5: bullet Wiper (Top Wiper) figure 12: bullet Wiper (bottom Wiper) Install the wipers as shown in Fig. 12 with one wing nut (#25) installed on the outside of the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29) on the wiper screw (#24). Loosen the wing nuts (#25). Place two bullets nose to nose in a slot close to the height of the first or bottom wiper screw (#24) and wiper spring (#26). Adjust the first wiper spring (#26) and screw (#24) to wipe off the outside bullet. Tighten down the two wing nuts (#25) and the thumb screw (#27). step 6: Drop funnel figure 13: bullet Wiper (Top Wiper) Install the wipers as shown in Fig. 12 with one wing nut (#25) installed on the outside of the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29) on the wiper screw (#24). Place one bullet facing the center of the Bullet Feed Wheel Pistol (#13) base first. Next to it, place a bullet facing nose first to the center of Bullet Feed Wheel Pistol (#13). The bullet that is facing nose first, push the nose down a little so the base is sticking up. Adjust the second wiper spring (#26) and wiper screw (#24) to just miss the nose of the first bullet but kick the base of the second bullet. Tighten down the two wing nuts (#25) and the thumb screw (#27). figure 14: Drop funnel selection Select the correct size of Drop Funnel (#5) for your application. 9MM/38/.357... (375 I.D.)... Item No. 399216 40 S&W/10 MM... (406 I.D.)... Item No. 399215.44/.451/.452... (530 I.D.)... Item No. 399214 figure 15: Drop funnel adjustment Insert the Drop Funnel (#5) into Tube Spring Clamp (#3). You will want the front edge (outside edge) of the Drop Funnel as close to the Bullet Feed Wheel Pistol (#13) without touching the Bullet Feed Wheel Pistol (#13). Tighten the Knurled Thumb Screw (#2) on the side of the Tube Spring Clamp (#3). Only snug this screw, DO NOT over tighten this screw. - 59 - lock-n-load ap bullet feeder
step 7: Drop Tube Select the correct size of Drop Tube (#33) for your application. 9MM/38/.357... (375 I.D.)... Item No. 399219 40 S&W... (406 I.D.)... Item No. 399243.44/.451/.452... (530 I.D.)... Item No. 399221 Slip the Drop Tube (#33) into the hole on the bottom right side of the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29). Insert the end of the Drop Tube (#33) into the back end of the Drop Funnel (#5). Insert the straight end of the Drop Tube Holder (#28) into the hole on the bottom right side of the hopper. Refer to Fig. 17. figure 16: Drop Tube adjustment Next place the Drop Tube (#33) into the hook of Drop Tube Holder (#28). step 8: feeding bullets in the bullet feed Hopper (#29) At this time, place about 100 bullets into the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29) and turn on the Switch (#34) on the bottom right corner of the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29). You will want to hold the end of the Drop Tube (#33) in your hand at this time to catch the bullets that will fall out the tube. At this time, make sure you have the Bullet Wipers set correctly. If they are not, shut off the Switch (#34) and readjust the Bullet Wipers. You may need to do this a couple of times, until you have them set correctly and the bullets are falling base first every time. If the hopper plate is jumping or not rotating smoothly, your Drop Tube Funnel (#5) is too close to the Bullet Feed Wheel Pistol (#13). This needs backed off until the Bullet Feed Wheel Pistol (#13) rotates smoothly. If the bullets are feeding correctly, tighten down the Bullet Guide Plate Thumb Screw (#10), and Snug Lock Nut (#7). figure 17: feeding bullets in Hopper lock-n-load ap bullet feeder - 60 -
PTX PoWDeR measure stop adjustment Please refer to the instructions that come with the PTX Powder Measure Stop. This will ensure a quality flared case every time for the Bullet Feeder. figure 18: PTX Powder measure stop adjustment (Item no. 290049) adjustment screw lock Ring o-ring Collet b Collet a step 9: Die set up Disassemble the die and lay the parts out on a flat surface. Degrease every part of the die. Reassemble the die as you took it apart. Collet A goes in first with the open slots facing the bottom of the die. n Collet B goes in next with the open slots facing the bottom of the die. n Place the Lock Ring back onto the Adjustment Screw. Screw the Lock Ring up towards the top end of the threads. n Place the O-Ring over the threads of the Adjustment Screw until it is close to the Lock Ring. n Screw the Adjustment Screw into the die. Screw it down until the end of the Adjustment Screw is just touching Collet B. n With the Adjustment Screw touching the top Collet, back the Adjustment Screw off ½ turn and lock down the Lock Ring against the top of the Die Body. n At this time you should be able to shake the die and hear the two Collets move up and down just a little bit. If you hear this, the die is set up correctly. bullet feeder Die figure 19: Die set up - 61 - lock-n-load ap bullet feeder
step 10: Die adjustment lock-n-load ap Screw on the Lock Ring to the outside threads of the Die Body. Screw on the Lock-N-Load Bushing to the outside threads of the Die Body. Place the die into the top of the press and inserting it into the LNL Bushing in the Press Body. Die adjustment for a non lock-n-load ap Screw on the Lock Ring over the threads and screw in the Die Body into the press at the correct location. Screw in the Die Body a couple of turns. Place a Flared Case for your set up in the previous station. Case mouths should be flared to the approximate dimensions listed below. 380/9MM.385" 38/357.387" 40S&W/10MM.430" 44 SPL/44 MAG..460".451/.452.481" Raise the ram to the top of the stroke. Screw the Die Body down until it touches the top of the case. Lower the ram to the bottom of the stroke. Screw the Die Body down ½ turn and lock down the Lock Ring. At this time the die should be set. Place 5 or 6 bullets base first into the top of the die. Place the case into the Shell Plate in the station before the Bullet Feeder Die so when the press rotates, the Flared Case will be inserting into the Bullet Feeder Die. Continue to raise the Ram to the top of the stroke. You will not be able to see or hear anything at this time. Lower the Ram slowly. figure 20: Die adjustment You should be able to see a bullet that dropped on top of the case mouth. If the bullet dropped onto the case mouth and you can see it, you should have been able to hear a little noise coming from the collets. This is a correct sound, it will do this every time that the collets work correctly. If the collets didn t drop a bullet, lower the Die Body approximately 1/16" turn and repeat the previous 3 steps. Repeat these steps until you get a bullet to fall onto the case every time. lock-n-load ap bullet feeder - 62 -
step 11: final assembly Now that the die is set up and the Lock Ring is locked down and the Hopper is set up. Place the end of the Drop Tube (#33) into the Top of the Die Body in your Press. Make sure that the Drop Tube (#33) is going over the top of the hook on the Drop Tube Holder (#28). You are now ready to start loading. step 12: Change over Empty the bullets out of the Bullet Feed Hopper (#29), Drop Tube (#33) and the Die Body. If you are changing the diameter of the bullet you may need to change out the Drop Funnel (#5) and the Drop Tube (#33). Refer to Step 6 and Step 8 for the instructions. You may also need to make changes to the Bullet Guide Plate (#11). Refer to Step 3 for these instructions. The Bullet Wipers may also need to be re-adjusted. To do this, please refer to steps 4 and 5. With these readjusted, place approximately 100 rounds into the Bullet Feed Hopper and repeat step 8. figure 21: final assembly - 63 - lock-n-load ap bullet feeder