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If you require parts or service assistance, please call the 

CHAMPION TRAPS & TARGETS Customer Service Dept.  

at (800) 379-1732 

  

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2015 CHAMPION TRAPS & TARGETS, Anoka, MN 55303

 

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IV. Oscillating Base Operation 

 

 

WARNING! DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF TRAP OR IN THE PATH OF THE THROWING 

ARM! SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT! 

1.  Make sure that the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch (FIGURE 1) for the EASYBIRD 6-Packer and 

EASYBIRD  Auto-Feed  is  in  the  “OFF”  position.    If  using  the  EASYBIRD  6-Packer  make  sure  the 
ON/OFF/JOG  switch  for  the  Oscillating  Base  (FIGURE  4)  is  in  the  “OFF”  position.  If  using  the 
EASYBIRD Auto-Feed make sure the ON/OFF switch on the oscillating base power cord is in the 
“OFF” position. 

2.  Ensure that there is an adequately charged 12VDC battery connected and that the remote release 

cord is safely away from the trap. 

3. 

Make sure that the lock down nut that locks the oscillating base in a fixed position is loose 
(See Page 5.)

, allowing free movement of the base while under electrical power. 

4.  The  EASYBIRD  6-Packer  or  EASYBIRD  Auto-Feed  can  now  be  switched  ON  and  used  to  throw 

targets. 

5.  To start the trap oscillating:  If using the EASYBIRD 6-Packer, turn the ON/OFF/JOG switch for the 

Oscillating Base to the “ON” position.  If using the EASYBIRD Auto-Feed, turn the ON/OFF switch 
on the oscillating base power cord to the “ON” position. 

6.  To  rotate  and  lock  the  trap  to  a  specific  position:  If  using  the  EASYBIRD  6-Packer,  hold  the 

ON/OFF/JOG switch for the oscillating base to the “JOG” position and release the switch when the 
trap rotates to the position desired.  If using the EASYBIRD Auto-Feed, turn the ON/OFF switch on 
the  oscillating  base  power  cord  to  the  “ON”  position  and  turn  “OFF”  when  the  trap  rotates  to  the 
position desired.  Tighten the lock down nut (See Page 5.) to lock the base in position and prevent 
drifting when firing the trap. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING!  IF  THERE  IS  A  TARGET  ON  THE  THROWING  ARM,  SAFE  RELEASING 
THE  THROWING  ARM  WILL  THROW  THE  TARGET.  DO  NOT  STAND  IN  FRONT  OF 
THE TRAP.

 

7.  When  reloading  the  trap,  first  turn  off  the  oscillating  base.    Move  the  ON/OFF/SAFE  RELEASE 

switch  on  the  EASYBIRD  6-Packer  or  the  EASYBIRD  Auto-Feed  Trap  to  the  “SAFE  RELEASE” 
position momentarily to uncock the throwing arm and allow it to return to the ‘OFF’ position to turn 
power to the Trap off. The trap magazine can then be safely reloaded with targets from the rear of 
the trap. 

CAUTION! Be sure to loosen the lock down nut that locks the base in a fixed position 

(See Page 5.) prior to turning on the oscillating base.  Failure to do so will cause belt 

damage or the circuit breaker to trip

FIGURE 4 

Oscillating Base 

ON/OFF/JOG 

Switch 

Easybird 6-Packer 

Summary of Contents for EASYBIRD 40913

Page 1: ...i EASYBIRD OSCILLATING BASE 12VDC Part No 40913 Instruction Manual WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY THOROUGHLY READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING OSCILLATING BASE ...

Page 2: ... an optional accessory to be used ONLY with the Champion EASYBIRD Auto Feed and EASYBIRD 6 Packer traps to provide the shooter with added functionality and enjoyment to enhance their shooting experience Features of the EASYBIRD Oscillating Base include Lightweight Adds only 20 lbs to the EASYBIRD Autofeed or EASYBIRD 6 Packer 45 degrees oscillating angle provides a wide range of challenging target...

Page 3: ...efore approaching it Provide for safe access to the switch that will not require anyone to walk in front of the trap to load targets or perform work on it WARNING IF THERE IS A TARGET ON THE THROWING ARM SAFE RELEASING THE THROWING ARM WILL THROW THE TARGET DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE TRAP WHILE SAFE RELEASING THE THROWING ARM 1 Before adding the oscillating base performing any work or maintenanc...

Page 4: ...HAMPION TRAPS TARGETS Customer Service Dept at 800 379 1732 2015 CHAMPION TRAPS TARGETS Anoka MN 55303 2 FIGURE 3 Throwing Arm in UNCOCKED Position FIGURE 2 Throwing Arm in COCKED Position EASYBIRD 6 Packer EASYBIRD Auto Feed EASYBIRD 6 Packer EASYBIRD Auto Feed ...

Page 5: ...nspring 5 Always load the trap magazine from the rear of the trap 6 Keep hands and body outside the trap and throwing arm path indicator areas while the trap is operating This ring shows the throwing arm s path when throwing a target and should always be attached to the trap when it is in use 7 Be aware that a cracked or broken target thrown from the trap will sometimes scatter pieces out the righ...

Page 6: ...5 CHAMPION TRAPS TARGETS Anoka MN 55303 4 III Installation 1 Contents L 1 Oscillating Base Unit L 2 10mm Mounting Bolts Washers and Lock Nuts 4 ea L 3 Gear Motor L 4 Circuit Breaker L 5 Drive Belt L 6 Power Cable Assy L 1 L 6 Power Cable Assy L 2 Mounting Bolts Lock Down Nut L 3 Gear Motor L 5 Drive Belt L 4 Circuit Breaker ...

Page 7: ... Attaching Oscillating Base To EASYBIRD 6 Packer Trap 1 Remove the 6 Packer trap by unbolting it from the trailer 2 The EASYBIRD Oscillating Base has 4 pre drilled holes that align with the four mounting holes on the frame of the 6 Packer trailer Use the 10mm x 50mm hex head bolts 4 and 10mm lock nuts 4 supplied with the trailer to securely fasten the oscillating base to the trailer frame as shown...

Page 8: ...e front the lock down nut and bolt is to the rear 3 Mounting to the 3 legged stand or other platform The EASYBIRD Oscillating Base has pre drilled holes that align with the mounting holes on the 3 legged stand used with the Easybird Auto Feed Use the 10mm x 20mm hex head bolts 4 and 10mm lock nuts 4 supplied with the 3 legged stand to securely fasten the oscillating base to the 3 legged stand as s...

Page 9: ...ts washers and 10mm lock nuts L 2 provided with the oscillating base to securely fasten the EASYBIRD Auto Feed trap to the oscillating base Bolts should be inserted from underneath with the washers and nuts on top as shown The mounting bolt that is directly over the shock absorber can be installed after the oscillating base is connected and the oscillating base can be moved slightly Mounting Bolts...

Page 10: ...ON BEFORE CONNECTING THE OSCILLATING BASE POWER CORD 1 Unplug the power switch battery clips cord from the oscillating base power cord if they are included and save this cord for future use 2 Plug the oscillating base power cord directly into the matching connector on the bottom rear of the 6 Packer trap WARNING MAKE SURE THAT THE ON OFF SAFE RELEASE SWITCH IS SET TO THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNEC...

Page 11: ...LATING BASE 1 Connect the oscillating base power cord to the battery first Connect the red battery lead to the positive terminal and the black battery lead to the negative terminal of an adequately charged deep cycle 12V battery WARNING MAKE SURE THAT THE ON OFF SAFE RELEASE SWITCH IS SET TO THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING POWER TO THE TRAP 2 Connect the EASYBIRD Auto Feed trap to the battery s...

Page 12: ...ion If using the EASYBIRD Auto Feed turn the ON OFF switch on the oscillating base power cord to the ON position 6 To rotate and lock the trap to a specific position If using the EASYBIRD 6 Packer hold the ON OFF JOG switch for the oscillating base to the JOG position and release the switch when the trap rotates to the position desired If using the EASYBIRD Auto Feed turn the ON OFF switch on the ...

Page 13: ...If you require parts or service assistance please call the CHAMPION TRAPS TARGETS Customer Service Dept at 800 379 1732 2015 CHAMPION TRAPS TARGETS Anoka MN 55303 11 ...

Page 14: ...sen top flange nut by turning counterclockwise until it touches bottom of lock nut 5 Turn linkage bar bolt counter clockwise with a pliers or short arm hex wrench until linkage bar bolt clears bottom plate of oscillating base 6 Slide linkage bar bolt to the optional 34 degree hole 7 Turn linkage bar bolt clockwise into bottom plate tapped hole until flange nut touches bottom plate then turn linkag...

Page 15: ...bolts or replace drive belt VII Maintenance WARNING BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE ON ANY EASYBIRD TRAPS MAKE SURE THAT THE THROWING ARM IS IN THE UNCOCKED POSITION SEE FIGURE 3 THE ON OFF SAFE RELEASE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND THE BATTERY HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED Preventive Maintenance Action Frequency Remove dust dirt and target debris with soft brush Before every use Check mounting bolt...

Page 16: ...d at no charge THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DEFECTS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM CARELESSNESS MISUSE IMPROPER INSTALLATION MODIFICATION OR NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR IN ORDER FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE IN EFFECT YOU MUST FILL OUT THIS WARRANTY CERTIFICATE AND RETURN IT TO CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE THE WARRANTY CERTIFICATE MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY AND SIGNED BY THE OWNER IN ORDE...

Page 17: ...stomer Service Dept at 800 379 1732 2015 CHAMPION TRAPS TARGETS Anoka MN 55303 15 CONTACT INFORMATION Champion Traps and Targets 1 Vista Way Anoka MN 55303 Toll Free 800 635 7656 Internet www championtarget com Email tech expert vistaoutdoor com MADE IN CHINA PRINTED IN CHINA 02 17 16 ...

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