Champion Freedom Bird User manual

FREEDOM BIRD
AUTO-FEED TRAP
Part No. 40926
Instruction Manual
WARNING: THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
THOROUGHLY READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE TRAP!

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Table of Contents
Section Page
I. Introduction 4
II. Safety 5
III. Tools Required for Assembly 7
IV. Assembly and Installation 7
(A) Unpacking 7
(B) Contents 8
(C) Assembly 14
Assemble Frame 14
Attach Trap to Frame 25
Attach Magazine Assembly 28
Attach Safety Tube 30
Setup 41
V. Operation 42
VI. Adjustments 43
(A) Throwing Arm Limit Switch 44
(B) Elevation Adjustment 45
(C) Distance Adjustment 46
VII. Transportation and Storage 48
VIII. Troubleshooting 50
IX. Maintenance 51
X. Replacement Parts 52
XI. APPENDIX: WIRELESS REMOTE ACCESSORY INSTRUCTIONS 52
XII. Warranty Card/Certificate 59
XIII. Contact Information 59

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I. Introduction
The FREEDOM BIRD Auto-Feed Trap is designed for the active sporting
clays, trap, and s
keet shooter looking for an automatic and portable
machine for practice/fun shooting.
Features and benefits of the FREEDOM BIRD Auto-Feed Trap:
Safety
• ON-OFF-SAFE RELEASE switch provides a safe method to un-cock throwing arm
• Safety Tube provides visual indication of throwing arm path for safety
• 40-amp circuit breaker protects electrical wires and motor
• Main Spring tension reduction system
Convenience
• Taller and portable - approximately 58 lbs.
• The detachable magazine holds 50 targets
• Throws standard 108mm or 110mm international and MIDI 90mm clay targets
• Wireless remote and foot pedal release with 25 ft. cord
• Two-wheeled frame with solid tires and molded handle for easy movement
• Main Spring tension reduction system allowing to relieve spring tension safely and
easily for transportation and storage, increasing spring life
• Battery Tray
Performance
• Fast, under 1 second cycle time
• Throwing range of up to or beyond 90 yards
• Runs off the 12-volt battery (12-volt deep cycle with a minimum of 30 Amp Hours (AH)
recommended)
• Adjustable throwing angles 0-50 degrees (0-degree angle is mainly for storage and
releasing the tension on the mainspring)
• Compatible with wobble bird base attachment, Champion item #40924
• Throwing arm stop pin for safe storage
• Balanced throwing arm with replaceable flight rail

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II. Safety
WARNING: THOROUGHLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS,
AND SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE TRAP.
FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE TRAP WHEN IT IS IN THE COCKED POSITION. SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT. THEREFORE, TO AVOID POTENTIAL INJURY, NEVER
STAND TO THE
SIDE OF THE TRAP; ALWAYS STAND BEHIND THE TRAP.
THIS TRAP IS CAPABLE OF THROWING TARGETS A DISTANCE OF UP TO OR BEYOND 90
YARDS. USE ONLY IN AREAS WHERE THERE IS NO RISK OF CAUSING INJURY TO
ANOTHER PERSON
OR CAUSING OTHER DAMAGE.
KNOW YOUR BACKSTOP. ENSURE THERE IS A SAFE PERIMETER THROUGHOUT THE
TARGET
FLIGHT PATH SUFFICIENT FOR AMMUNITION USED.
WARNING: IF THERE IS A TARGET ON THE THROWING ARM, SAFE RELEASING
THE ARM WILL THROW THE TARGET. DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE TRAP
WHILE SAFE RELEASING THE THROWING ARM.
CAUTION: MAINTAIN AMPLE CLEARANCE AROUND THE TRAP AT ALL TIMES.
THE ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE SWITCH IS LOCATED ON THE TRAP REAR,
ALLOWING THE TRAP TO BE UNCOCKED FROM A SAFE POSITION.
DO NOT INSTALL THE TRAP IN AN AREA THAT DOES NOT ALLOW SAFE (REAR) ACCESS
TO THE TRAP AND THE ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE SWITCH DURING LOADING AND USE.
1. All personnel operating the trap should be thoroughly familiar with the operating
instructions and the safety issues relating to the trap. ALWAYS FOLLOW THE RULES OF FIREARM
SAFETY.
2. Do not leave the trap in the cocked position for an extended time. Not only is this potentially
dangerous, but it puts undue stress on the mainspring.
3. Always load and operate the trap from the rear (switch end).
4. Keep hands and body outside the trap and throwing arm path indicator areas while the trap is
operating.The safety tube shows the throwing arm's path when throwing a target and should
always be attached to the trap when it is in use.
5. Be aware that a cracked or broken target thrown from the trap will sometimes scatter pieces
out the right side of the machine as the arm throws. These pieces may hit nearby unsuspecting
bystanders. To avoid potential injury, NEVER stand to the side of the trap; always stand behind
the trap.
6. Always wear eye and hearing protection when shooting.

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WARNING: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, OR
ASSEMBLY, MAKE SURE THE THROWING ARM IS IN THE UNCOCKED
POSITION (SEE BELOW),THE ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE SWITCH LOCATED
ON THE REAR OF THE TRAP IS IN THE 'OFF' POSITION (SEE BELOW), THE
BATTERY IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
TRAP, AND THE MAINSPRING IS
DISENGAGED.
(Following completion of assembly) If the throwing arm is in the cocked arm position (see
photo below), un-cock the throwing arm by first connecting the red battery lead to the positive(+)
terminal and the black battery lead to the negative (-) terminal on the battery. Place one clay on the
throwing arm, momentarily press the on/off/safe release switch to the "SAFE RELEASE" position to release
the throwing arm while standing in a safe position. After the trap fires, release the ON/OFF/SAFE
RELEASE switch to return to the "OFF" position. The throwing arm should now be in the safe release
position. Disconnect the battery from the trap.
Cocked Arm Position
(Ready to Launch
Target)
Un-cocked Arm
Position (Ready to
Load Targets)
ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE Switch
(Shown in OFF Position)
Circuit Breaker
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
4.5”
2.0 ” - 4.0 ”

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Tools:
III. Tools Required for Assembly
• 11mm, 13mm, 16mm wrench/deep well socket
• 7mm, 12mm, 13mm open-ended wrench
• 2.5mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm Allen wrench
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• (optional) Two adjustable wrenches
(A) Unpacking
IV. Assembly and Installation
1. Carefully inspect the carton and trap machine to be sure that damage hasn't
occurred
during shipping. Report any damage found immediately to the
shipper.
2. Carefully remove trap assembly and all other components from the cardboard
shipping box
and other smaller boxes. Remove all hardware from bags.
3. Check that all parts were included. Call the CHAMPION Customer Service
Department at [phone] to obtain replacement parts if any parts are missing.
4. If the trap needs to be returned for service or replacement, save all packing
material and box for reuse.

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(B) Contents Trap Assembly
B1
B2
X1
B3
A1
B4
B5
B6
A3
M3
B9
B10
B11
W1
N1
W2
N2
W3
M4
E1
W4
W5

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(B) Contents (cont.)
Cart Assembly
C1- Cart Top Support Bracket
C2- Cart Handle Support
Bracket
C3- Cart Axel Bracket
C4- Cart Support Bracket
Battery Tray
BT1- Battery Tray
Handle Assembly
H1- Handle
S1- Hand Nut
B1- M10-1.5x60mm Bolt
S1
B1
H1

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(B) Contents (cont.)
Wheel Assembly
T1- Wheel with Tires
E1- 18mmx9mm E Clip (2)
Main Body U Bracket
UB1- Main Body U bracket
Handle Support U Bracket
UB2- Handle support U Bracket

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(B) Contents (cont.)
Mainspring Assembly (pre-assembled)
S1- Hand Nut
S2- 20mm Washer
S3- Bushing Assembly
S4- Mainspring
S5- Main Spring Bolt
Attaching the Trap Body assembly
TB1- Trap Body Assembly
HB1- Hand Bolt (2)
B2- Pull Pin
TB1

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(B) Contents (cont.)
Safety Tube Assembly
A1 – Safety Tube Stud (2)
A2-Safety tube support (2)
A3- Button Head M5-.8x14mm (4)
A4 – Safety Tube
Magazine Assembly
M1- 110mm Standard Top Plate
M2- 90mm MIDI Top Plate
M3- M5-.8x9.5mm Button Head (4)
M4- 8mm Lock Washer (4)
M5- Magazine Rod
A4
A2
A3
A1
M4
M3
M2
M1
M5

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(B) Contents (cont.)
Midi Adaptor
MA1- Midi adaptor
MA2- Slide plate Midi adaptor
MA3- M5-.8 x 9.5mm button head screw (3)
MA4- 10mm washer (3)
MA5- Magazine adaptor Stud
Extra Components
FP1- Foot Pedal with Cord
GS1- Ground Stake
40923- Wireless receiver
MA5
MA1
40923

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(C) Assembly
CAUTION: PROVIDE AMPLE CLEARANCE AROUND THE TRAP.
DO NOT OPERATE THE TRAP IN AN AREA THAT DOES NOT ALLOW SAFE (REAR)
ACCESS TO THE TRAP AND THE ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE SWITCH DURING
LOADING AND USE.
1. Cart Assembly
A. The cart axel needs to be on the inside, as shown in figure 1.
B. The four center holes on the cart top support (C1) must be positioned towards the rear of the cart, away
from the axel, as shown in figure 1.
Figure 1
4 holes positioned to right

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(C) Assembly (cont.)
2. Cart Assembly
A. Install two of the four panhead bolts (B6), two washers (W1), and two nuts (N1), as shown in figure 2.
*Tighten finger tight for now.*
3. Cart Assembly
B. Assemble cart top support bracket (C,1) and cart handle support bracket (C2) as shown in figure 3. Then,
using the other two pan head (B6) bolts, two washers (W1), and two nuts (N1), fasten the C1 and C2
together. *Tighten finger tight for now.
Figure 2
Figure 3

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(C) Assembly (cont.)
4. Cart Assembly
A. Flip the cart assembly over, install the two bolts (B4), four washers (W1), and two nuts (N1) into the holes
shown in figure 4. *Tighten finger tight for now.
5. Cart Assembly
A. Place both Round Spacers (X1) onto the cart bracket (C3) holes, as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 4
Figure 5

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(C) Assembly (cont.)
6. Cart Assembly
A. Assemble cart support brackets (C4) onto round spacers (X1), and cart handle support brackets (C2).
B. The open hole on C4 needs to be faced up, as shown in figure 6.
C. Insert bolt (B11) through the large hole on C4, through the spacer, and assemble washer (W1) and nut
(N1) on the bolt. *Tighten finger tight for now. *
D. Repeat steps A-C for the other cart support bracket (C4).
Figure 6

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(C) Assembly (cont.)
7. Cart Assembly
A. Insert bolt (B10) through the opposite end of C4, use two washers (W1) and one nut N1) for each side. As
shown in figure 7. *Tighten finger tight for now. *
B. Repeat step A for the other cart support bracket (C4).
8. Cart Assembly
A. Use a 13mm socket and 13mm wrench to tighten the previously assembled bolts in step 4.
Figure 7

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(C) Assembly (cont.)
9. Battery Tray Assembly
A. Flip the cart assembly over and install the battery tray (BT1). Use four pan head bolts (B9), four washers
(W3), and four nuts (N2). The BT1 should overhang on the left side if looking from the rear of the cart, as
shown in figure 8. Use a 4mm Allen wrench and 11mm wrench to tighten the BT1 to the C4.
Figure 8

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(C) Assembly (cont.)
10. Cart Assembly
A. Use a 5mm Allen wrench and 13mm wrench/socket to tighten all pan head bolts from steps 2 and 3.
11. Cart Assembly
A. Use a 6mm Allen wrench and 13mm wrench to tighten all bolts from step 6.
B. Use a 13mm wrench and a 13 socket to tighten all bolts from step 7.
Step 6
Step 7