CaseLife Annealing CL1-V1.0 User manual

TURNING OFF AND STORAGE
1. Remove the cylinder from the torch/hose when not in use. Never store the torch attached to a fuel tank.
2. Turn the valves off. Note: The flame may to continue to burn for a short period of time if the torch has been operated in
an inverted (upside down) position.
3. When the torch has cooled down, turn the gas cylinder counter-clockwise from valve body to disconnect. Then, store the
torch and cylinder separately. Observe precautions on the cylinder label.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. Do not use the torch until you have read and understood all the instructions, precautions and you have familiarized
yourself with the torch. Review instructions and precautions periodically to retain awareness. Deviating from these
procedures may result in fire, explosion, property damage and/or operator injury. Do not try to operate before reading
instructions.
2. Do not point torch towards face, other persons or flammable objects. Never attempt to use the torch as a cigarette
lighter.
3. Disconnect cylinder when not in use.
4. Never attempt to modify the torch construction and never use unapproved fuel.
5. Treat the torch as you would treat any fine tool or instrument, do not drop or otherwise abuse.
6. Do not use a leaking, damaged or malfunctioning torch. Stop using it immediately, DO NOT use the torch until you have
corrected the problem. Torches improperly operated, maintained or repaired can be dangerous. Improper use, service
repair or modification of the torch could result in damage to the product, property damage or personal injury to the
operator.
7. Work only in well ventilated areas.
8. Always place your work on a firebrick or fire resistant surface. If you are not sure if it’s a firebrick or fire resistant surface,
do not use it. Ordinary bricks and concrete can explode when subjected to high temperatures. Do not work on wood or
metal surfaces. Always shield your work.
9. Always wear protective gloves, eye-wear and use proper tools to handle hot work.
10. Be aware that the tip of the torch can get extremely hot during use. Take precautions to protect yourself and others
from accidental burns. Never use the torch on or near combustibles. Be especially careful around motor vehicles or ant
gasoline-fired products and beware of hidden fuel lines and tanks.
11. Always make certain the torch is placed on a level surface when connected to a gas cylinder to reduce the risk of
accidental tip –over. Make sure the torch is not pointed at a direction which could cause nearby objects to ignite when
torch is set down.
12. When thawing pipes, be very careful not to overheat surrounding materials.
13. Always have a fire extinguisher and a bucket of water near the torch and work area. Do not place them in the flame path
or in a location where you could not reach them should a fire break out.
14. Do not put your fingers in the loading wheel grooves during operation.
15. Do not handle hot annealed brass cases, allow time for them to cool.
16. Do not handle the flame torch during or just after usage, allow time for cooling.
17. Do not place hands in front of the torch flame during operation.
18. Wear appropriate footwear when lifting the annealing machine or gas cylinder.
WARNING
(Extremely flammable contents under pressure) Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from heat or flame. It is illegal and
dangerous to refill the cylinder. Obtain new gas cylinder from your dealer. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Do not
store near heat or in a room used for habitation. Always close torch and hose valves and wait at least 30 seconds before
removing torch/hose from gas cylinder. Always detach gas cylinder from torch/hose when not in use. Do not breathe gas,
fumes, vapour or spray. If inhaled, remove affected person to fresh air. When gas cylinder is empty, discard in a safe place.
Do not throw on fire. Do not puncture or incinerate container.
CaseLife Annealing
Brass Case Annealing
CL1-V1.0 / CL1-V1.1
Welcome to your CaseLife Annealing Machine.
I’m sure you’ll have loads of fun setup up and playing with your new toy but before you get started
please read our manual and safety instructions.
It will help answer a few questions but should you need to ask something we’ve missed, please don’t
hesitate to contact us via our online form.
I’m sure your itching to get start so I’ll wish you happy annealing.

GENERAL OPERATION MANUAL
PLEASE READ ALL THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THE CASELIFE ANNEALING MACHINE.
PLEASE POSITION YOUR ANNEALING MACHINE IN A SAFE, CLEAR AND WELL VENTILATED AREA BEFORE
COMMENCING.
On/Off and speed control is operated via the single toggle switch on the front and a turn knob speed controller on
the rear of the gearbox housing. Power supply is via a 12 volt plug to 5.5 port on the gearbox housing.
Wheel alignment.
When adjusting or changing the loading wheels, you’ll needs to set them correctly.
Locate the load wheel retaining grub screw left of the case groove. Slide the top plain load wheel onto the top shaft
and set the case groove to approximately 4 o clock position.
Repeat the process with the lower rubber coated load wheel but position the case groove to 12 o clock. Tighten the
grub screws to hold. Fine adjustment can be made to your needs.
4 and 12 Position
FINE FLAME POWER TORCH AND HOSE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, MAINTENANCE AND ASSEMBLY
SAFETY, INSTRUCTION & OPERATION MANUAL
READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE.
ASSEMBLY
1. Before attaching the torch and hose to the gas cylinder, check and make sure the valves are switched “off” by turning the
knobs in a clockwise direction until hand tight. Do not over tighten the valves.
2. Turn the fine flame power torch clockwise onto the end of the hose until “hand tightened” and securely attached to the
torch inlet.
3. Turn the gas cylinder clockwise into the extension hose valve body until “hand tightened” and securely attached to the
hose inlet.
OPERATION AND LIGHTING
1. Use only propane gas.
2. Examine the torch and hose o-rings for cuts or other damage. Replace o-ring(s) with new ones or have the unit repaired.
Damaged or missing o-rings can cause dangerous leaks.
3. Make sure the on/off adjustment Knobs are in the “off” position when installing the gas cylinder.
4. With valves closed and without lighting, test all connections for leaks with soapy water at the torch and cylinder
connections.
Check all joints and couplings periodically to insure against loose connections. If leak is detected at the cylinder connection
to hose, replace the cylinder. If leak still occurs, the hose must not be use and should be replaced.
If a leak is detected at torch to hose connection, connect the torch directly to the cylinder. If leak still occurs the torch must
not be used. If no leak detected, the hose should not be used.
5. Do not attach or detach torch or hose where accidentally released gas can be ignited by open flames. Crossed threads
may results in the sudden escape of extremely flammable gas.
6. Turn the cylinder hose valve knob counter-clockwise about 1/8th of a turn, then repeat this with the torch valve knob, the
gas will blow-out with a light “hissing” sound from the torch.
7. The torch is without self-ignition, use a match or lighter to ignite the flame.
TEMPERTURE ADJUSTMENT
For the hottest, most efficient flame, adjust inner blue flame of pencil burner to about 1 ½ inches in length.
NOTE
Do not throttle the torch down. Operation at low flows will cause the torch to overheat and damage the torch.
WARNING
1. The gas cylinder contains gaseous and liquid propane. If the torch is moved rapidly, tilted too far to the side or upside
down, the liquid can enter the valve and cause the flame to flare or extinguish (When cylinder is connected directly to the
torch). With use of the extension hose, the cylinder should always remain upright to prevent liquid entering the valve and
hose.
2. Make sure the torch is cool before tightening, removing torch head and installing or removing accessories.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
In cold weather the size of the flame will be smaller. To produce a larger flame, pre-heat the cylinder to room temperature
prior to use. Shaking the gas cylinder a few times will help warm the fuel up. There is a greater possibility that the flame will
extinguish when the torch is turned upside down in cold weather.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The product specified below complies with the essential requirements of the following
Directives and carries the CE mark accordingly:
2011/65/EU (RoHS)
2004/108/EC (EMC)
Standards to which Conformity is Declared:
DIRECTIVE 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC)
Regulation (EU) 2016/426, EN 521:2006(Burning Gaseous Fuels)
Directive 2006/42/EC (New Machinery Directive)
DIRECTIVE 2001/95/E (General Product Safety Directive)
Rapex (Risk Analysis)
Type of Equipment CaseLife Annealing Machine
Model No. CL1 V1.0 / CL1 V1.1
Year of Manufacture 2019
Gearbox setup
To adjust the wheel gap for different calibres, first loosen the two gearbox retaining wing bolts on the rear gearbox
housing. This will allow the housing, shafts and load wheels to move freely.
With a brass case in the top load wheel groove, move the top load wheel groove to the right loading slope. Adjust
the gap to allow the case to pass the slope and tighten the rear bolts. (Too much or little gap will cause snagging)
Case length
Extra case length support can be gained by loosening the load wheel grub screws and sliding the wheels along the
shaft. Retighten the grub screws to set. (Don’t forget to check the 4 and 12 o clock position as in section wheel
alignment)
The lower wheel side case paddle is adjustable for case width and reversible to support longer cases.
Alternate size wheels can be purchased via the website.

Torch and position
Position of the torch mount is adjusted mainly via the grub screw below the mount and via the C clap grub screw
holding the torch.
DO NOT POINT THE TORCH DIRECTLY AT THE NYLON WHEELS, THEY WILL MELT.
PLEASE ENSURE ALL GAS CONNECTIONS ARE TIGHT BEFORE IGNITING THE TORCH. (CaseLife Annealing
accept no responsibility for this process)
CaseLife Annealing Machine is supplied with standard wheels to suit 223 to 30-06 cases, Gas torch, extension hose
and power supply.
Gas can be purchased via plumb centre, eBay etc.
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