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Pro Chucker Tube Case Feeder PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS Part# 88915 6170...
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Because RCBS has no control over the choice, assembly or use of components or other reloading equipment, RCBS assumes no liability, expressed or implied, for the use of ammunition reloaded with this product.
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LOADING DATA Use only laboratory tested reloading data. We highly recommend referring to a current reloading manual. OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS ABOUT THE USE OF MAXIMUM LISTED LOADS. WORKING WITH CARTRIDGE CASES • Examine empty cases to be sure they are in good condition before reloading. Thin, split, deformed, or badly corroded or pitted cases may be structurally weak, and result in a dangerous condition.
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UNPACKING Refer to the list below to Identify parts as you unpack your new Pro Chucker Tube Case Feeder. Parts bags are numbered in the order that you will be using them. 1. One Piece Actuator Assembly (20000241) 2. Base Plate (20000187) 3.
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20000241 One Piece Actuator Sub-Assembly BOM ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER PART NAME 20000198 ONE PIECE ACTUATOR 20000239 SHUT OFF GATE 7181290 INDEX RETURN SPRING #80033 7186157 5-40 X 1/4” FHCS 7401013 PIN, SLOTTED SPRING 1/16” DIA X 1/2” LG 20000241 ONE PIECE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY 20000187 Base Plate BOM...
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20000243 Lower Stop Pin Sub-Assembly BOM ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER PART NAME 20000223 LOWER STOP PIN 20000231 LOWER STOP PIN HEAD 20000243 LOWER STOP PIN ASSEMBLY 20000245 PC Case Feeder Bag 1 BOM ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER PART NAME 20000218 STRAIGHT SPRING 20000245...
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20000247 PC Case Feeder Bag 3 BOM ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER PART NAME 20000232 .500 BOTTOM BUSHING 7109099 10-32 X 1/4” SHSS 7109509 8-32 X 1/4” SHSS 7187181 10-32 X 5/8” BHCS 7188041 8-32 X 1/4” BHCS 20000247 PC CASE FEEDER BAG 3 20000248 PC Case Feeder Bag 4 BOM ITEM NO.
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20000249 PC Case Feeder Bag 5 BOM ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER PART NAME 20000216 CASE PUSHER V BLOCK 20000236 CASE FEEDER SHAFT 7109509 8-32 X 1/4” SHSS 20000249 PC CASE FEEDER BAG 5 20000250 PC Case Feeder Bag 6 BOM ITEM NO.
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20000251 PC Case Feeder Bag 7 BOM ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER PART NAME 20000242 TOP STOP PIN Assembly 20000243 LOWER STOP PIN Assembly 20000221 STOP PIN NUT 20000222 ADJUSTMENT RING 7109509 8-32 X 1/4” SHSS 20000251 PC CASE FEEDER BAG 7 20000252 PC Case Feeder Bag 8 BOM ITEM NO.
PREPARATION Lower Press Handle and raise Ram to approximately mid stroke. Use the Lock Pin that came with your Pro Chucker Press in a vertical orientation, to prop up the Shell Plate Holder Assembly. This allows better access to perform the next function. PHOTO 1 Using a 3/32”...
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PHOTO 4 PHOTO 5 Lower Press Handle and raise Ram to approximately mid stroke. Use the Lock Pin that came with your Pro Chucker Press in a vertical orientation, to prop up the Shell Plate Holder Assembly (see Photo 1). This allows better access to perform the next function.
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Using Part bag #3, install the three 8-32x1/4” set screws into the Bracket so that the “head” of the setscrew is flush with the top of the Bracket. Attach the Case Feed Bracket to the Case Feed Housing. Place the bottom Bushing into the Housing and secure with the two 10-32x1/4”...
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assembly into the Box Slider and lightly tighten the setscrew. Place lube (light oil or grease) into the bottom channels of the Box Slider and slide onto the Box Rail. Manually slide this assembly front and back a few times. Remove this assembly and wipe off the excess lubricant from the top surface of the Box Rail.
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Using Bag #7, slide the Adjustment Ring onto the Housing and secure with two 8/32-1/4” setscrews. Tighten the setscrews so that the Adjustment Ring can be slid up and down with moderate finger pressure. Install the Top Stop Pin Assembly into the Adjustment Ring. Placement of the Adjustment Ring is covered under ADJUSTMENT section 4, adjustment of the Top Stop Pin is ADJUSTMENT section 6.
OPERATION The Pro Chucker Tube Case Feeder is designed to feed straight wall and bottleneck cases into your Pro Chucker 5 or Pro Chucker 7 progressive press. Roughly 80% of the cases that can be loaded on the Pro Chucker will be accommodated by this unit.
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To use the Large Feed Tube Leave the Medium Bottom Bushing in the Housing. Place the Large Top Bushing into the Housing and insert the Feed Tube. NOTE: The long vertical slot in the Feed Tube must face the Cam (left). Thread in the Top Stop Pin and adjust as necessary.
CASE FIT REFERENCE Small Tube Cartridges that fit into Shell plate: 12, 17 or 45 Medium Tube Cartridges that fit into Shell Plate: 3, 6, 10, 11, 13, 16, 19, 23, 27, 32 or 39 Large Tube Cartridges that fit into Shell Plate: 2, 4, 14, 18, 30, 35, 38, 43, 44, 48 or 49 TROUBLESHOOTING It is necessary for your Pro Chucker to be mounted to a sturdy reloading bench.
If you believe that your product is covered by this warranty, you must return the product to RCBS at the address below, postage paid, with proof of purchase for evaluation. If covered, we will (at our sole option) repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of any part or product found to be defective.
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88915 PC Case Feeder Top Level BOM ITEM NO. QTY. PART NUMBER PART NAME 20000191 DROP BODY BRACKET 20000220 DROP BODY 20000232 .500 BOTTOM BUSHING 20000233 .500 TOP BUSHING 20000211 .500 TUBE 20000222 ADJUSTMENT RING 20000226 STOPPER 20000225 TOP STOP PIN 20000230 ADJUSTMENT PLUG 20000254...
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If you disagree, tell us—we want to do something about it! Customer Service 1-800-379-1732 (U.S. or Canada) Hours: Monday - Friday, 5:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (hours may vary) E-mail rcbs.tech@vistaoutdoor.com, or visit www.rcbs.com RCBS • 605 Oro Dam Blvd. East • Oroville, CA 95965 88915 / 6170...
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