Operating and Maintenance Manual
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D e c a p p e r O & M M a n u a l R e v D
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What tools do I need?
Normal operation and adjustment are limited to the drop tube using the
wing nut installed on the drop tube holder.
It is expected that adjustment to the case pusher linkage will be required
after the initial run in period. A 8mm open ended spanner will be required
to loosen the lock nuts on the linkage.
Most bolts on the decapper are M6 or M5 metric socket head bolts and these
need a #5 or #4 Allen key respectively (not supplied).
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Decapper
FAQ’s
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Why Decap cases prior to cleaning?
Decapping cases in a separate stage allows the primer pockets to be cleaned
inside and out including the primer pockets and this results in several
benefits.
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Reduced maintenance on reloading presses due to the primer
pocket contaminant jamming up the reloading press or sensors.
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More consistent primer seating during reloading.
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Lead exposure is reduced.
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Faster cleaning and processing without the need to clean your cases
before you decap as you would normally do with traditional
reloading methods.
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Soiled cases are kept separate from your expensive press and
equipment.
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What is the health risk from Lead?
The ammunition used by the majority of manufacturers and reloaders
contains lead products in the bullets and primers. Lead residue is often found
any time there is handling of reloading components. Traditional dry media
cleaning results in air born dust and this brings lead exposure. Wet cleaning
removes a lot of this risk.
