Champion SKYBIRD TRAP Owner's manual

SKYBIRD™TRAP
OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PARTS AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
PART NO. 40903
WARNING: THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH !
THOROUGHLY READ INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, INSTALLING OR OPERATING TRAP !
KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
2-13
1425

TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................ 2
FEATURES........................................................ 2
TRAP ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST....................... 3
BASE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS................ 4
TRAP BODY (BOTTOM VIEW)....................... 5
TRAP ASSEMBLY – BASE MOUNT................ 6
TRAP ASSEMBLY – POST MOUNT............... 7
TRAP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............ 9
TRAP ADJUSTMENTS................................... 10
FLIGHT ANGLE ADJUSTMENTS................. 11
MAINTENANCE.............................................. 11
STORAGE........................................................ 11
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................... 12
CONTACT INFORMATION............................ 12
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
• IMPACT FROM THE POWERFUL SPRING-
LOADED THROWING ARM OR FLYING
OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY. ALL PERSONS MUST KEEP CLEAR
OF THROWING ARM AND THE PATH OF
TARGETS TO AVOID INJURY.
• OPERATETRAP FROM REAR ONLY. DO NOT
LEAVE THE TRAP UNATTENDED WHEN
COCKED.
• READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND
THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND
OPERATING THE TARGET TRAP.
• MAKE SURE ALL OPERATORS READ AND
UNDERSTAND OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S
MANUAL.
• ALL PERSONS IN THE AREA OF TRAP
OPERATION MUST WEAR HEARING AND
EYE PROTECTION.
• THIS TRAP IS CAPABLE OF THROWING
TARGETS A DISTANCE OF OVER 70 YARDS.
USE ONLY IN AREAS WHERE THERE IS NO
RISK OF CAUSING INJURY TO ANOTHER
PERSON OR CAUSING OTHER DAMAGE.
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3/4 COCKING FEATURE
• After releasing trigger, arm automatically ends up in a
semi-cocked position. This allows operator to load targets
quickly, safely, and then fully cock arm with a short, easy
pull on the arm.
BALANCED
• Dynamically balanced through computer design. The
force generated by the arm when released is absorbed and
distributed for a smooth throwing action - no“aftershocks”
that make other traps jump and twist out of position.
NO MOUNTING NECESSARY
• Can be used on many types of terrain. Trap rests on top
of ground and is held in position by standing on the trap
base.
ADJUSTABLE
• Main trap body adjusts vertically for a variety of bird ight
simulations. Entire trap can be adjusted to create other
challenging target ights.
• Tension on mainspring can be adjusted to adapt ight
distance of targets to length of throwing area.
POST MOUNT INCLUDED
• Allows trap to be mounted on top of a post to provide a
semi-permanent installation.
THROWS ALL TARGETS
• Throws standard targets over 70 yards; smaller targets like
minis and midis y farther.
TARGET CLIP
• Target clip locates targets consistently on throwing arm
and keeps them from shifting before releasing arm. Fully
adjustable for any type of target.
PORTABLE
• Assembled trap weighs under 20 Ibs. for convenient easy
transport to and from the practice eld.
SAFE
• Trigger interlock feature provides fail-safe operation.
• Three-piece ring encircles trap to designate throwing arm
path.
DURABLE
• Constructed of heavy gauge steel and high strength
aluminum.
• Paint is electrostatically bonded and baked on for a
durable gloss nish.

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A. THROWING ARM – 1 EA.
B. MAIN BODY – 1 EA.
C. FRONT LEG– 1 EA.
D. BASE LEG – 1 EA.
E. FOOT RELEASE– 1 EA.
F. PIVOT MOUNT – 1 EA.
G. FLIGHT CONTROL RAIL – 1 EA.
H. MAINSPRING – 1 EA.
I. TARGET CLIP – 1 EA.
J. OWNERS MANUAL – 1 EA.
K. FRONT TUBE SUPPORT – 2 EA.
L. ARM PATH INDICATOR TUBING – 3 EA.
M. POST MOUNT – 1 EA.
N. TRAP HARDWARE BAG (not shown) – 1 EA.
N-1. 12MM x 30MM LG. BOLT – 1EA
N-2. 12MM HEX NUT – 1 EA.
N-3. 6MM x 20MM LG. BOLT – 2 EA
N-4. 6MM HEX NYLOC NUT – 2 EA
N-5. 10MM X 20MM LG. BOLT – 5 EA
N-6. 10MM HEX NYLOC NUT – 2 EA
N-7. ROUND HEAD SCREW – 3 EA.
N-8. 10MM X 125MM LG. BOLT – 1 EA
N-9. 10MM FLAT WASHER – 1 EA
N-10. 10MM HEX FLANGE NUT – 3 EA
N-11. 10MM HEX NUT – 1 EA
N-12. 6MM X 90MM LG. BOLT – 4 EA
N-13. 6MM FLANGE NUT – 4 EA
N-14. NYLON SHOULDER WASHER – 1 EA.
N-15. REAR TUBE SUPPORT – 2 EA.
N-16. 5MM HEX NUT – 1 EA
N-17. 5MM HEX NYLOC NUT – 1 EA
N-18. 5MM EYEBOLT – 1 EA
N-19. TRIGGER CHAIN – 1 EA.
N-20. 6MM x 12MM LG. BOLT – 2 EA.
N-21. 6MM x 24MM HEX BOLT – 1 EA.
N-22. M6 x 18MM FLAT WASHER – 1 EA.
O. TRAP BODY HANDLE – 1 EA.
P. WRENCH – 1 EA.
Q. TRIGGER – 1 EA.
TRAP ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST AND CONTENTS
A. THROWING ARM – 1 EA. B. MAIN BODY – 1 EA.
C. FRONT LEG– 1 EA.
D. BASE LEG – 1 EA.
E. FOOT RELEASE– 1 EA.
F. PIVOT MOUNT – 1 EA.
G. FLIGHT RAIL – 1 EA.
I. TARGET CLIP – 1 EA.
H. MAINSPRING – 1 EA. K. FRONT TUBE SUPPORT – 2 EA.
L. ARM PATH INDICATOR
TUBING – 3 EA.
M. POST MOUNT – 1 EA.
J. OWNER’S MANUAL – 1 EA.
N-1
1 EA.
N-2
1 EA.
N-3
2 EA.
N-4
2 EA.
N-5
5 EA.
N-6
2 EA.
N-7
3 EA.
N-8
1 EA.
N-9
1 EA.
N-10
3 EA.
N-11
1 EA.
N-12
4 EA.
N-13
4 EA.
N-14
1 EA.
N-15
2 EA.
N-16
1 EA.
N-17
1 EA.
N-18
1 EA.
N-19
1 EA.
N-20
2 EA.
Q. TRIGGER
– 1 EA.
O. TRAP BODY
HANDLE – 1 EA.

P. 17MM/19MM WRENCH – 1 EA.
NOTE: Parts A, B, G, , I, N-5,
N-7, and N-10 are pre-
assembled.
N-21
1 EA.
N-22
1 EA.

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USE THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS TO ASSEMBLE THE TRAP BASE
NOTE: YOUWILL NEED TWO (2) 10MM WRENCHES ANDTWO (2) 17MMWRENCHES TO ASSEMBLE THETRAP
STAND (Included wrench (P) is 17MM on one end. 10MM wrench not included. Adjustable wrenches may also be used.)
1. ATTACH THE FRONT LEG (C) TO THE BASE LEG (D) USING TWO (2) 10MM X 20MM BOLTS (N-5) AND TWO
(2) 10MM NYLOC HEX NUTS (N-6).
2. MOUNT THE FOOT RELEASE (E) TO THE BASE LEG (D) USING TWO (2) 6MM x 20MM BOLTS (N-3) AND
TWO (2) 6MM NYLOC HEX NUTS (N-4).
3. MAKE SURE ALL FASTENERS ARE SECURELY ATTACHED AND TIGHTENED.
REFER TO THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS FOR TRAP ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
BASE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
FIGURE 1

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TRAP BODY (BOTTOM VIEW)

TrapBody(B)
Ratchet
Spring
(Pre
Assembled)
RatchetPawl
SwivelYoke
(PreAssembled)
1/2”FlatWasher
(PreAssembled)
CotterPin
(PreAssembled)
ThrowingArmSupport
RatchetGear
FIGURE 2
12MM Flat Washer
(Pre-Assembled)
Swivel Yoke
(Pre-Assembled)
Ratchet Spring
(Pre-Assembled)
Cotter Pin
(Pre-Assembled)
Ratchet Gear
Trap Body (B)
Ratchet Pawl
rowing Arm Support

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MAKE SURE WARNINGS ON FRONT TUBE SUPPORTS
ARE UPRIGHT.
TightenallfournutsonTubeSupports securely. Slide three
pieces of Tubing (L) over ends of Front Tube Supports (K)
and Rear Tube Supports (N-15). This ring indicates the
approximate path of the Throwing Arm (A).
TRAP ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS – BASE MOUNT
STEP 1.
ATTACH TRAP BODY TO BASE (FIG 3-4)
Mount the Pivot Mount (F) to the trap base
assembly using the 12MM Hex Nut (N-2).
Orientate the pivot mount (F) so that the
serrated face of the pivot mount faces to the
right.
CAUTION: PIVOT MOUNT MUST BE
ORIENTATED IN LINE WITH THE BASE.
Tighten hex nut securely. After mounting the
Pivot Mount, mount the trap to the Pivot Mount
using the 12MM x 30MM Lg. Hex Bolt (N-1). Pivot
the trap slightly above horizontal and tighten
the hex bolt securely. This setup will provide a
good starting point for target launch direction.
Attach Trap Body Handle (O) to Trap Body using
bolt and washer on Trap Body Handle. Front of
Trap Body Handle ts under top of trap body
into slot and is then bolted to Trap Body.
Attach Trigger (Q) to tab on Trap Body (B) using
2 Bolts (N-20).
STEP 2.
TUBE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (FIG 3)
Insert two 6MM X 90MM Lg. Hex Head Bolts
(N-12) through holes in the short Rear Tube
Support (N-15), through holes in sides at rear
of Trap Body (A) and through second Rear Tube
Support (N-15). Attach 6MM Flange Nuts (N-13).
IN LINE
Trap Base
Pivot Mount (F)
!
!
Trap Body (B)
Trap Body Handle (O)
Tubes
Connect
Front Tube Support (K)
6MM X 90MM
Hex Bolts
(N-12)
6MM X 90MM
Hex Bolts
(N-12)
Tubes
Connect
Arm Path Indicator Tubing (L)
Tubes
Connect
Front Tube Support (K)
6MM
Flange Nuts
(N-13)
Tubes
Connect
Rear Tube
Support (N-15)
6MM
Flange Nuts
(N-13)
Trigger (Q) &
6MM x 12MM Lg. Bolts (N-20)
Pivot
Mount (F)
12MM x 30MM
Hex Bolt
(N-1)
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
Trigger
Chain (N-19)
CHAMPION
TRAPS& TARGETS
SKYBIRD
WARNING
ATALLTIMES!SEIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT.
STAYCLEAROFTHROWING ARM
6mm x 24mm
Hex Bolt &
M6 x 18mm
Washer
(N-21 & N-22)
12MM Hex Nut
(N-2)
Tubes
Connect

MAKE SURE WARNINGS ON FRONT TUBE
SUPPORTS ARE UPRIGHT.
Tighten all four nuts on Tube Supports securely.
Slide three pieces of Tubing (L) over ends of Front
Tube Supports (K) and Rear Tube Supports (N-15).
This ring indicates the approximate path of the
Throwing Arm (A).
STEP 1.
TRAP BODY TO POST MOUNT (FIG 5-6)
Mount the Pivot Mount (F) to the Post Mount (M)
assembly using the 12MM Hex Nut (N-2). Orientate
the Pivot Mount (F) so that the serrated face of the
pivot mount faces to the right as shown. Tighten
hex nut securely. After mounting the Pivot Mount,
attach the trap to the pivot mount using the 12MM x
30MM Lg. Hex Bolt (N-1). Pivot the trap slightly above
horizontal and tighten the hex bolt securely. This
setup will provide a good starting point for target
launch direction. AttachTrap Body Handle (O) toTrap
Body using bolt and washer on Trap Body Handle.
Front of Trap Body Handle ts under top of trap body
into slot and is then bolted to Trap Body.
Attach Trigger (Q) to tab on Trap Body (B) using 2
Bolts (N-20).
STEP 2.
TUBE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (FIG-5)
Insert two 6MM X 90MM Lg. Hex Head Bolts (N-12)
through holes in the short Rear Tube Support (N-15),
through holes in sides at rear of Trap Body (A) and
through second Rear Tube Support (N-15). Attach
6MM Flange Nuts (N-13).
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TRAP ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS – POST MOUNT
CHAMPION
TRAPS& TARGETS
SKYBIRD
WARNING
ATALLTIMES!SEIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT.
STAYCLEAROFTHROWING ARM
Trap Body (B)
Trap Body Handle (O)
Tubes
Connect
Front Tube Support (K)
6MM X 90MM
Hex Bolts
(N-12)
6MM X 90MM
Hex Bolts
(N-12)
Arm Path Indicator Tubing (L)
Tubes
Connect
Front Tube Support (K)
6MM
Flange Nuts
(N-13)
Tubes
Connect
Rear Tube
Support (N-15)
6MM
Flange Nuts
(N-13)
Trigger (Q) &
6MM x 12MM Lg. Bolts (N-20)
Pivot Mount (F)
12MM x
30MM Hex
Bolt (N-1)
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
12MM Hex Nut
(N-2)
Tubes
Connect
Post Mount (M)
Rear Tube
Support (N-15)
6mm x 24mm
Hex Bolt &
M6 x 18mm
Washer
(N-21 & N-22)

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STEP 3.
THROWING ARM ASSEMBLY (FIG-7).
Line-up three holes in Throwing Arm (A) with
three holes in Arm Support. Insert three 10MM
X 20MM Hex Head Bolts (N-5) from bottom
through Throwing Arm Support and Throwing
Arm. Add 10MM Flange Nut (N-10) and tighten
securely using wrenches.
STEP 4.
FLIGHT CONTROL RAIL ASSEMBLY (FIG-7).
Line-up threaded holes in Flight Control Rail
(G) with top holes in edge of Throwing Arm
(A). Attach Flight Control Rail with three Round
Head Screws (N-7). Do not fully tighten screws
until the Target Clip is installed (Step 5)
NOTE: It is normal for these screws to be
somewhat dicult to turn.
STEP 5.
TARGET CLIP ASSEMBLY (FIG-8).
After attaching the Flight Control Rail in the
previous step, slide the Target Clip (I) between
the Flight Control Rail (G) and the Throwing
Arm (A) and tighten the three screws (N-7).
STEP 6.
MAINSPRING ASSEMBLY (FIG-9)
Drop Hex Bolt (N-8), threaded end rst, into Mainspring (H) through largest
opening so that threaded end comes out of opposite tapered end. Make
sure Throwing Arm (A) is pointing forward (12 o’clock position). Connect
hook end of Mainspring (H) through hole in Swivel Yoke. Put threaded end
of Hex Bolt (N-8) through hole in Rear Bracket. Add the Nylon Shoulder
Washer (N-14), 10MM Flat Washer (N-9), and 10MM Hex Nut (N-11) and
nger tighten. Adjustment of Mainspring tension for throwing targets will
be done later.
TRAP ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

ThrowingArm(A)
FlightControl
Rail(G)
SheetMetalScrews(N7)
3/816FlangeNuts(N10)
ArmSupport
3/816x7/8”HexBolts(N
5)
FIGURE7

FIGURE8
TargetClip(I)
ThrowingArm(A)

3/816x4”lg.
HexBolt(N8)
Nylon
Shoulder
Washer
(N14)
3/8”Flat
Washer(N
9)
3/816
HexNut
(N11)
SwivelYoke
Mainspring
Assembly(H)
CotterPin
Washer
RearBracket
TrapArmFacesForward
FIGURE9
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8
FIGURE 9
Round Head Machine Screws (N-7)
10MM Flange Nuts (N-10)
3/8” Flat Washer
(N-9)
10MM X 20MM Hex Bolts (N-5)
10MM X 125MM
Lg, Hex Bolt (N-8)
10MM Flat
Washer (N-9)
10MM
Hex Nut
(N-11)

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STEP 7.
COCKING AND FIRING TRAP (FIGS 10 thru 14).
WARNING: IMPACT FROM THE POWERFUL SPRING
LOADED THROWING ARM CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH. OPERATE TRAP FROM REAR ONLY. STAY
CLEAR OF THROWING ARM AT ALL TIMES. DO NOT LEAVE
TRAP COCKED AND UNATTENDED.
Make sure all nuts and bolts are tightened securely. Check
Trigger and Ratchet Springs to assure they are properly
installed. If trap is being used with the Post Mount accessory
(FIG 10), make sure all mounting hardware is securely fastened.
If trap is being used with the Foot-Release Base (FIG 12), place
the trap on the ground, make sure trigger chain is adjusted to
the correct length for the vertical angle of the trap and stand
on the base with your foot slightly behind the Foot Trigger
(Left foot for a right handed person, right foot for a left handed
person).
TRAP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FIGURE 12
FOOT RELEASE BASE
Trigger
Chain
Foot
Release
Stand
Here
FIGURE 10
POST MOUNT
Trigger
WOOD
POST
FIGURE 11
Arm at
12 o’clock
position
93
6
12
9 3
6
12
12
6
39
FIGURE 13
Arm at 6 o’clock
position
(Fully cocked)
FIGURE 14
Arm at 9 o’clock
position (Partially
cocked after ring)
12
6
39

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Once assembled, the Throwing Arm will be at a 12 o’clock
position as viewed from the rear (FIG 11). To cock the trap,
grasp the Throwing Arm. Pull the Throwing Arm into the
6 o’clock position until the tab at the end of Throwing Arm
pushes up against the Trigger Post (FIG 13).
WARNING: FAILURE TO KEEP HANDS AND BODY
OUTSIDE THE THROWING AREA PATH INDICATOR AREA
WILL RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
To release throwing arm when using the Foot-Release Base,
move the foot standing on the base forward and up so that
your toes are above the Foot-Release Trigger and your heel
is on the Base holding it to the ground (FIG 12). When using
Post Mount Accessory, press Trigger to release Arm (FIG 10).
Throwing Arm will re and remain in the 9 o’clock position
(FIG 14). Firmly grasp the Throwing Arm again and repeat
cocking and ring the trap until you feel comfortable with
the procedure.
STEP 8.
LOADING TARGETS (FIG 15).
WARNING: IMPACT FROM THE POWERFUL SPRING
LOADED THROWING ARM CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH. ALWAYS LOAD TARGETS FROM THE
LEFT, REAR SIDE OF TRAP. ARM MUST BE INTHE 9 O’CLOCK
POSITION (FIG 14). WHEN THE THROWING ARM IS IN THE
6 O’CLOCK (FULLY COCKED) POSITION, DO NOT LOAD
TARGETS, ADJUST TARGET CLIP OR THE FLIGHT CONTROL
RAIL (FIG 13).
The Throwing Arm will be at the 9 o’clock position after you
have practiced cocking and ring (FIG 14).
(Refer to FIG 15) Place a target on the Throwing Arm (A) with
the lip of the target tucked under the Flight Control Rail (G).
Slide the target under theTarget Clip (I) to the desired position
along the Throwing Arm. The Target Clip should press against
the target just enough to hold it in place. If an adjustment
is needed, slightly bend the Target Clip until the desired
amount of pressure is obtained. Practice loading targets on
the arm a few times before proceeding.
CAUTION: SETTING THE TARGET CLIP TOO TIGHT
CAN CAUSE UNPREDICTABLE TARGET FLIGHT WHICH
COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. ALWAYS SET
TARGET CLIP TO CONTACT TARGET LIGHTLY. INCREASE
PRESSURE IF REQUIRED.
STEP 9.
THROWING TARGETS.
Load target on Throwing Arm as described in Step 8, then
cock and re trap as described in Step 7.
WARNING- IMPACT FROM THE POWERFUL
SPRING LOADED THROWING ARM CAN CAUSE
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. MAKE SURE
THROWING ARM IS IN THE 9 O’CLOCK POSITION
BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS. ALWAYS
MAKE ADJUSTMENTS FROM REAR OF TRAP.
• SETTING MAINSPRING TENSION (FIG 9).
Set Trap Body (B) to a horizontal position. Turn 10MM
Hex Nut (N-11) on Mainspring (H) counter-clockwise
to decrease spring tension and clockwise to increase
spring tension.
• FLIGHT CONTROL RAIL ADJUSTMENT (FIG 7).
The “SkyBird”™ Target Trap will throw all styles of
targets: Standard (108 mm), Midi (90mm), Mini
(60mm), Rabbit, and Battue targets. The Flight Control
Rail (G) may need to be moved into the lower set of
holes on the Throwing Arm (A) for targets such as
Rabbits and Battues. To do this, remove the three
Round Head Screws (N-7) and re-locate Rail. Be sure
to tighten the screws securely after each adjustment.
TRAP ADJUSTMENTS

Throwing
Arm
(A)
TARGET
FIGURE15
TargetClip(I)
Flight
Rail
(G)
FIGURE 15
WARNING: FLYING OBJECTS CAN CAUSE
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. ALWAYS
OPERATE WHILE STANDING BEHIND THE
THROWER. NEVER STAND OR MOVE INTO THE
PATH OF A THROWN TARGET.
TARGET

HORIZONTAL & VERTICAL TARGET ANGLE ADJUSTMENTS
FOOT RELEASE BASE MOUNT ASSEMBLY
CHANGING HORIZONTAL FLIGHT ANGLES (FIG 16).
Minor changes in horizontal direction of ight can
be controlled by placing target at dierent positions
under the Target Clip (I) on the Throwing Arm (A).
Place target in the center position for center (straight
ahead), outer position for right, and inner for left. To
make major changes to the horizontal direction of
the target, reposition the trap to the desired position.
CAUTION: DO NOT PIVOT THE TRAP BODY ON THE
STAND. THE TRAP MUST BE POSITIONED SO THAT IT IS
IN LINE WITH THE BASE.
CHANGING VERTICAL FLIGHT ANGLES (FIG-3-4 &
12).
Changes to the vertical direction of target ight is
achieved by pivoting the Trap Body (B) up or down.
To rotate the trap up or down, loosen the 12MM x
30MM Lg. Hex Head Bolt (N-1) on the Pivot Mount (F)
and rotate the trap to the desired elevation and then
retighten the bolt (N-1). You may need to move the
Trigger Chain (N-19) to adjust for change in elevation.
POST MOUNT ASSEMBLY
CHANGING HORIZONTAL FLIGHT ANGLES (FIG 5-6
& AND FIG 10 & 16).
Minor changes in horizontal direction of ight can
be controlled by placing target at dierent positions
under the Target Clip (I) on the Throwing Arm (A) (FIG
16). Place target in the center position for center, outer
position for right, and inner for left. Major changes to
the horizontal direction of the target is achieved by
pivoting the Trap Body (B) right or left (FIG-5-6 and
FIG 10). To rotate the trap left or right, loosen the
12MM Hex Nut (N-2) that secures the Pivot Mount
(F) to the Post Mount (M) and rotate the trap to the
desired angle and retighten the nut (N-2).
CHANGING VERTICAL FLIGHT ANGLES (FIG 3-4 &
10).
Changes to the vertical direction of target ight is
achieved by pivoting the Trap Body (B) up or down.
To rotate the trap up or down, loosen the 12MM x
30MM Lg. Hex Head Bolt (N-1) on the Pivot Mount (F)
and rotate the trap to the desired elevation and then
retighten the bolt (N-1).
MAINTENANCE
The maintenance steps listed below will assure
years of trouble-free performance.
• Keep the Ratchet Mechanisms free from dirt and
debris.
• Each time the trap is used apply OUTERS®TRI-LUBE™
or Gun Oil to the following parts: Trigger Mounting
Rivets, Trigger Springs, Ratchet Pawl Mechanisms,
and Ratchet Springs.
• InspectTrigger and Ratchet Springs. Replace if bent,
rusted, or broken.
FIGURE 16
INNER
CENTER OUTER
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WARNING: ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE
THROWING MECHANISM AND SAFETY FEATURES
ARE IN GOOD CONDITION AND THAT THE TRAP
IS FREE OF DEBRIS BEFORE EVERY USE. FAILURE
TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT COULD
INCREASE RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

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TRANSPORTATION & STORAGE
WARNING- TRANSPORT AND STORE TRAP
WITH THE MAINSPRING REMOVED AND OUT OF
CHILDREN’S REACH. UNINTENTIONAL FIRING OF
THE TRAP CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
FROM BEING STRUCK BY THE THROWING ARM.
1. Ensure throwing arm is in the 9 o’clock to 12 o’clock
(uncocked) position.
2. Carefully release spring tension by loosening the
10mm hex nut.
3. Remove the mainspring.
4. Once mainspring is removed, manually rotate
throwing arm to 6 o’clock position.
5. If necessary, detach throwing arm path indicator
and supports.
6. Store trap indoors away from the elements and
out of children’s reach.
TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM -
TRIGGER MALFUNCTION
Corrective action:
• Trigger Springs missing or broken - replace
• Tab on end of Throwing Arm missing or damaged -
replace Throwing Arm.
SYMPTOM -
TRIGGER DIFFICULT TO RELEASE
Corrective action:
• Lubricate Trigger Mounting Rivets and Trigger Post,
• Cock trap with less force (or more slowly).
SYMPTOM -
RATCHET MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONS
Corrective action:
• Inspect Ratchet Springs - replace if bent, rusted, or
broken
• Clean and lubricate Ratchet Pawls.
SYMPTOM -
BROKEN, ERRATIC, OR UNSTABLE TARGETS
Corrective action:
• If rubber strip of Flight Control Rail is damaged, replace
Flight Control Rail Assembly.
• Check position of Flight Control Rail. Use lowest holes
for battues and rabbits - top holes for all other targets.
• Decrease Mainspring Tension.
• Adjust tension of Target Clip. The Target Clip should
press against the target just enough to hold it in place
• Make sure lip of target is tucked under Flight Control
Rail.
• If target jars loose before ring, cock trap with less force.
• Inspect targets for ne cracks.
• Bent or cracked Throwing Arm – replace.
• Make sure all screws and bolts are tight on the Throwing
Arm and Flight Control Rail.
SYMPTOM -
“TAILING TARGET”(Target tilts to right or left)
Corrective action:
• Check if trap is placed on a level surface.
SYMPTOM -
FLIGHT DISTANCE GRADUALLY DECREASES
Corrective action:
• Increase Mainspring tension.
• Replace Mainspring Assembly.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Champion Traps and Targets
1 Vista Way
Anoka, MN 55303
Toll Free: [phone]
Website: www.championtarget.com
Email: [e-mail]

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WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
Congratulations on the purchase of your new CHAMPION SKYBIRD™ target thrower. Your new SKYBIRD™ is warranted to be free from defects
in material or workmanship for a period of six (6) months from the date of purchase. This warranty is extended only to the original consumer
purchaser. Should you believe that your CHAMPION SKYBIRD™ is defective in material or workmanship, you should contact the CHAMPION TRAPS
& TARGETS Customer Service Department via phone at 800-379-1732. In the event a warranty repair is required, all parts will be provided at no
charge.THISWARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DEFECTS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM: CARELESSNESS, MISUSE, IMPROPER INSTALLATION, MODIFICATION,
OR NORMALWEAR ANDTEAR.
RETAIN THIS WARRANTY CERTIFICATE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE ARE LIMITEDTO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITEDWARRANTY.
CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS ISNOTLIABLE FOR DAMAGESINEXCESSOFTHE PURCHASE PRICE OFTHE PRODUCT ANDUNDER NOCIRCUMSTANCES
SHALL CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. HOWEVER, SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SOTHE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLYTO YOU.
The above warranty provides the sole and exclusive warranty available to the customer in the event of a defect in material or workmanship in the CHAMPION SKYBIRD™ .
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS
1 VISTA WAY
ANOKA, MN 55303
1-800-379-1732
www.championtarget.com

TABLE DES MATIÈRES CARACTÉRISTIQUES
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ ........................................14
CARACTÉRISTIQUES..................................................14
LISTE DES PIÈCES D'ASSEMBLAGE DU LANCEUR.15
INSTRUCTIONS D'ASSEMBLAGE DE LA BASE........16
CADRE DU LANCEUR (VUE DE DESSOUS) .............17
ASSEMBLAGE DU LANCEUR – INSTALLATION
SUR BASE.....................................................................18
ASSEMBLAGE DU LANCEUR –
INSTALLATION SUR POTEAU....................................19
INSTRUCTIONS D'UTILISATION DU LANCEUR ......21
RÉGLAGES DU LANCEUR ..........................................22
RÉGLAGES DE L'ANGLE DE VOL ...............................23
ENTRETIEN ..................................................................23
ENTREPOSAGE............................................................23
DÉPANNAGE ...............................................................24
COORDONNÉES..........................................................24
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
AVERTISSEMENT:
• LA FORCE D'IMPACT DU BRAS DE LANCE-
MENT ACTIVÉ PAR RESSORT ET LA PROJEC-
TION DE DÉBRIS PEUVENT CAUSER DES BLES-
SURES GRAVES. TOUTES LES PERSONNES
PRÉSENTES DOIVENT RESTER À L'ÉCART DU
BRAS DE LANCEMENT ET DE LA TRAJECTOIRE
DES CIBLES AFIN D'ÉVITER TOUTE BLESSURE.
• FAIRE FONCTIONNER LE LANCEUR UNIQUE-
MENT EN SE PLAÇANT À L'ARRIÈRE. NE PAS
LAISSER LE LANCEUR SANS SURVEILLANCE
LORSQU'IL EST EN MODE ARMÉ («COCKED»).
• LIRE CE MANUEL ATTENTIVEMENT ET EN-
TIÈREMENT AVANT D'ASSEMBLER ET DE FAIRE
FONCTIONNER LE LANCEUR.
• S'ASSURER QUE TOUS LES UTILISATEURS
LISENT ET COMPRENNENT LE MANUEL DU
PROPRIÉTAIRE/UTILISATEUR.
• TOUTES LES PERSONNES PRÉSENTES DANS
LA ZONE DE FONCTIONNEMENT DU LANCEUR
DOIVENT PORTER DES DISPOSITIFS DE PRO-
TECTION OCULAIRE ET AUDITIVE.
• CE LANCEUR EST CAPABLE DE LANCER
DES CIBLES À UNE DISTANCE DE PLUS DE
70 VERGES. UTILISER UNIQUEMENT DANS
DES ENDROITS OÙ IL N'Y A AUCUN RISQUE DE
BLESSER QUELQU'UN OU DE CAUSER D'AU-
TRES DOMMAGES.
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CARACTÉRISTIQUE D'ARMEMENT AU 3/4
• Après l'activation du déclencheur, le bras retourne au-
tomatiquement en position semi-armée. Cela permet
àl'utilisateur de charger les cibles rapidement et de façon
sécuritaire, puis d'armer complètement le bras d'une trac-
tion simple et courte.
ÉQUILIBRÉ
• Conception équilibrée dynamiquement par ordinateur. La
force générée par le déclenchement du bras est absorbée
et distribuée pour procurer un tir uide – sans les contre-
coups qui font sauter et se déplacer d'autres lanceurs.
AUCUNE INSTALLATION REQUISE
• Peut être utilisé sur plusieurs types de terrains. Le lanceur
est placé sur le sol et est maintenu en place en se tenant
debout sur la base.
RÉGLABLE
• Le cadre principal s'ajuste verticalement pour simuler le
vol d'oiseaux variés. Le lanceur au complet peut être réglé
pour créer d'autres dés tir au vol.
• La tension du ressort principal peut être ajustée pour
adapter la distance de vol des cibles à la longueur de la
zone de lancement.
NÉCESSAIRE D'INSTALLATION SUR POTEAU COMPRIS
• Permet d'installer le lanceur sur un poteau de façon
semi-permanente.
LANCE TOUTES LES CIBLES
• Capable de lancer les cibles standards sur 70 verges; les
plus petites cibles comme les minis et les midis volent plus
loin.
CLIP POUR CIBLES
• Le clip pour cibles place les cibles de manière constante
sur le bras de lancement et les empêche de se déplacer
avant le déclenchement. S'ajuste entièrement pour tout
type de cible.
PORTATIF
• Le poids du lanceur assemblé est moins de 20lb, ce qui
permet de le déplacer facilement jusqu'à la zone d'en-
traînement et de le ramener.
SÛR
• Le dispositif de déclenchement ore un fonctionnement
sans faille.
• Un cerceau en trois morceaux entoure le lanceur pour in-
diquer la trajectoire du bras de lancement.
DURABLE
• Fabriqué en acier de haut calibre et en aluminium de
haute résistance.
• La peinture est xée par procédé électrostatique et cuite
pour produire un ni brillant et durable.

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A. BRAS DE LANCEMENT – 1CH.
B. CADRE PRINCIPAL – 1CH.
C. PATTE AVANT – 1CH.
D. PATTE DE BASE – 1CH.
E. DÉCLENCHEUR AU PIED – 1CH.
F. FIXATION POUR PIVOT – 1CH.
G. RAIL-GUIDE DE LANCEMENT – 1CH.
H. RESSORT PRINCIPAL – 1CH.
I. CLIP POUR CIBLES – 1CH.
J. MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE – 1CH.
K. SUPPORT AVANT POUR CERCEAU – 2CH.
L.
CERCEAU INDICATEUR DE LA TRAJECTOIRE DU BRAS – 3CH.
M. FIXATION POUR INSTALLATION SUR POTEAU – 1CH.
N.
SAC DE QUINCAILLERIE DU LANCEUR (non illustré) – 1CH.
N-1. BOULON LG 12mm x 30 mm – 1CH
N-2. ÉCROU HEXAGONAL 12mm – 1CH.
N-3. BOULON LG 6mm x 20 mm – 2CH
N-4. ÉCROU NYLOC HEX 6mm – 2CH
N-5. BOULON LG 10mm X 20mm – 5CH
N-6. ÉCROU NYLOC HEX 10mm – 2CH
N-7. VIS À TÊTE RONDE – 3CH.
N-8. BOULON LG 10mm X 125mm – 1CH
N-9. RONDELLE PLATE 10mm – 1CH
N-10. ÉCROU À BRIDE HEX 10mm – 3CH
N-11. ÉCROU HEXAGONAL 10mm – 1CH
N-12. BOULON LG 6mm X 90mm – 4CH
N-13. ÉCROU À BRIDE 6mm – 4CH
N-14.
RONDELLE D'ÉPAULEMENT EN NYLON – 1CH.
N-15. SUPPORT ARRIÈRE POUR CERCEAU – 2CH.
N-16. ÉCROU HEXAGONAL 5mm – 1CH
N-17. ÉCROU NYLOC HEX 5mm – 1CH
N-18. BOULON À ŒILLET 5mm – 1CH
N-19. CHAÎNE DU DÉCLENCHEUR – 1CH.
N-20. BOULON LG 6mm x 12 mm – 2CH.
N-21. BOULON HEX 6mm x 24mm – 1CH.
N-22. RONDELLE PLATE M6 x 18mm – 1CH.
O. POIGNÉE DU CADRE DU LANCEUR – 1CH.
P. CLÉ – 1CH.
Q. DÉCLENCHEUR
– 1CH.
ASSEMBLAGE DU LANCEUR – LISTE DES PIÈCES ET CONTENU
A. BRAS DE LANCEMENT – 1CH. B. CADRE PRINCIPAL – 1CH.
C. PATTE AVANT –
1CH. D. PATTE DE BASE – 1CH.
E. DÉCLENCHEUR AU
PIED – 1CH.
F. FIXATION POUR PIV-
OT – 1CH.
G. RAIL DE LANCEMENT – 1CH.
I. CLIP POUR CIBLES – 1CH.
H. RESSORT PRINCIPAL –
1CH.
K. SUPPORT AVANT POUR
CERCEAU – 2CH.
L. INDICATEUR DE LA TRA-
JECTOIRE DU BRAS TUBES DU
CERCEAU – 3 CH.
M. FIXATION POUR INSTALLATION SUR
POTEAU – 1CH.
J. MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE – 1CH.
N-1
1CH.
N-2
1CH.
N-3
2CH.
N-4
2CH.
N-5
5CH.
N-6
2CH.
N-7
3CH.
N-8
1CH.
N-9
1CH.
N-10
3CH.
N-11
1CH.
N-12
4CH.
N-13
4CH.
N-14
1CH.
N-15
2CH.
N-16
1CH.
N-17
1CH.
N-18
1CH.
N-19
1CH.
N-20
2CH.
Q. DÉCLENCHEUR – 1CH.
O. CADRE DU
LANCEUR POIGNÉE –
1CH.

P. CLÉ 17mm/19mm – 1CH.
REMARQUE: Les pièces
A, B, G, I, N-5, N-7 ET N-10
sont pré-assemblées.
N-21
1CH.
N-22
1CH.

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SUIVRE LES DIRECTIVES SUIVANTES POUR ASSEMBLER LA BASE DU LANCEUR
REMARQUE: VOUS AUREZ BESOIN DE DEUX (2) CLÉS 10 mm ET DEUX (2) CLÉS 17 mm POUR ASSEM-
BLER LE SUPPORT DU LANCEUR (La clé (P) fournie mesure 17mm à l'une des extrémités. Clé 10mm non comprise.
Des clés réglables peuvent également être utilisées.)
1. FIXER LA PATTE AVANT (C) À LA BASE (D) À L'AIDE DE DEUX (2) BOULONS 10mm X 20mm (N-5) ET DEUX
(2) ÉCROUS NYLOC HEX 10mm (N-6).
2. INSTALLER LE DÉCLENCHEUR AU PIED (E) À LA BASE (D) À L'AIDE DE DEUX (2) BOULONS 6mm X 20mm
(N-3) ET DEUX (2) ÉCROUS NYLOC HEX 6mm (N-4).
3. S'ASSURER QUE TOUTES LES FIXATIONS SONT SOLIDEMENT ATTACHÉES ET BIEN SERRÉES.
SE RÉFÉRER AUX SECTIONS SUIVANTES POUR LES DIRECTIVES CONCERNANT L'ASSEMBLAGE ETL'IN-
STALLATION DU LANCEUR
INSTRUCTIONS D'ASSEMBLAGE DE LA BASE
FIGURE1

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CADRE DU LANCEUR (VUE DE DESSOUS)

TrapBody(B)
Ratchet
Spring
(Pre
Assembled)
RatchetPawl
SwivelYoke
(PreAssembled)
1/2”FlatWasher
(PreAssembled)
CotterPin
(PreAssembled)
ThrowingArmSupport
RatchetGear
FIGURE2
Rondelle plate 12mm
(pré-assemblé)
Étrier pivotant
(pré-assemblé)
Ressort du cliquet
(pré-assemblé)
Goupille fendue
(pré-assemblée)
Engrenage à cliquet
Cadre du lanceur
(B)
Cliquet d'arrêt
Support du bras de lancement

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S'ASSURER QUE LES AVERTISSEMENTS FIGURANT SUR
LES SUPPORTS AVANT SONT À L'ENDROIT.
Bien serrer les quatre écrous du support de cerceau.
Glisser les trois morceaux du cerceau (L) sur les supports
avant (K) et arrière (N-15). Ce cerceau indique la trajectoire
approximative du bras de lancement (A).
INSTRUCTIONS D'ASSEMBLAGE DU LANCEUR –
INSTALLATIONSURBASE
ÉTAPE1.
ATTACHER LE CADRE DU LANCEUR À LA BASE
(FIG.3-4)
Assembler la xation pour pivot (F) sur la base du
lanceur à l'aide de l'écrou hexagonal 12 mm (N-2).
Orienter la xation du pivot (F) de façon à ce que sa
surface dentelée soit dirigée vers la droite.
ATTENTION : LA FIXATION POUR LE PIVOT DOIT
ÊTRE ORIENTÉE DE FAÇON À CE QU'ELLE SOIT
ALIGNÉE AVEC LA BASE.
Bien serrer l'écrou hexagonal. Après avoir assemblé
la xation du pivot, relier le lanceur à la xation en
utilisant le grand boulon hexagonal 12 mm x 30mm
(N-1). Faire pivoter légèrement le lanceur sur l'axe
horizontal et serrer solidement le boulon hexagonal.
Cette installation fournira un bon point de départ
pour la direction du lancement de cibles. Fixer la poi-
gnée (O) au cadre du lanceur à l'aide du boulon et
de la rondelle sur la poignée du cadre du lanceur. Le
devant de la poignée du cadre s'installe dans la fente
située sous le dessus du cadre et est ensuite boulon-
né au cadre du lanceur.
Attacher le déclencheur (Q) à l'onglet du cadre du
lanceur (B) à l'aide de 2 boulons (N-20).
ÉTAPE2.
ASSEMBLAGE DU SUPPORT DE CERCEAU (FIG.3)
Insérer deux gros boulons à tête hexagonale 6mm
X 90 mm (N-12) à travers les trous du support de
cerceau arrière court (N-15), les trous de côtés
à l'arrière du cadre du lanceur (A) et le second sup-
port de cerceau arrière (N-15). Attacher les écrous à
bride 6mm (N-13).
ALIGNÉ
Base du lanceur
Fixation pour pivot (F)
!
!
Cadre du lanceur (B)
Poignée du cadre du
lanceur (O)
Support avant pour cerceau (K)
6mm X 90mm
Boulons
hexagonaux
(N-12)
6mm X 90mm
Boulons
hexagonaux
(N-12)
Tubes du cerceau
Raccordement
Cerceau indicateur de la trajectoire du bras (L)
Tubes du cerceau
Raccordement
Support avant pour cerceau (K)
6mm
Écrous à bride
(N-13)
Tubes du cerceau
Raccordement
Cerceau arrière
Support (N-15)
6mm
Écrous à bride
(N-13)
Déclencheur (Q) et boulons
Lg 6mm x 12mm (N-20)
*+,!
5
->!3!-
*45-, !
7(82A!
K%))2H&!
!
Pivot
Fixation (F)
12mm X 30mm
Boulon hexagonal
(N-1)
FIGURE3
FIGURE4
Chaîne du dé-
clencheur (N-19)
CHAMPION
TRAPS& TARGETS
SKYBIRD
WARNING
ATALLTIMES!SEIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT.
STAYCLEAROFTHROWING ARM
Boulon hexagonal
6mm x 24mm et
Rondelle
M6 x 18mm
(N-21 et N-22)
Écrou hexagonal
12mm
(N-2)
Tubes du cerceau
Raccordement

S'ASSURER QUE LES AVERTISSEMENTS FIGURANT SUR
LES SUPPORTS AVANT SONT À L'ENDROIT.
Bien serrer les quatre écrous du support de cerceau. Glisser
les trois morceaux du cerceau (L) sur les supports avant (K)
etarrière (N-15). Ce cerceau indique la trajectoire approxima-
tive du bras de lancement (A).
ÉTAPE1.
CADRE DU LANCEUR INSTALLÉ SUR POTEAU (FIG. 5-6)
Assembler la xation pour pivot (F) sur la xation pour poteau
(M) à l'aide de l'écrou hexagonal 12mm (N-2). Orienter la xa-
tion du pivot (F) de façon à ce que sa surface dentelée soit di-
rigée vers la droite, tel qu'illustré. Bien serrer l'écrou hexagonal.
Après avoir assemblé la xation du pivot, attacher le lanceur à la
xation en utilisant le grand boulon hexagonal 12 mm x 30mm
(N-1). Faire pivoter légèrement le lanceur sur l'axe horizontal
et serrer solidement le boulon hexagonal. Cette installation
fournira un bon point de départ pour la direction du lancement
de cibles. Fixer la poignée (O) au cadre du lanceur àl'aide du
boulon et de la rondelle sur la poignée du cadre du lanceur.
Le devant de la poignée du cadre s'installe dans la fente située
sous le dessus du cadre et est ensuite boulonné au cadre du
lanceur.
Attacher le déclencheur (Q) à l'onglet du cadre du lanceur (B)
àl'aide de 2 boulons (N-20).
ÉTAPE2.
ASSEMBLAGE DU SUPPORT DE CERCEAU (FIG.5)
Insérer deux gros boulons à tête hexagonale 6mm X 90mm
(N-12) à travers les trous du support de cerceau arrière court
(N-15), les trous de côtés à l'arrière du cadre du lanceur (A) et le
second support de cerceau arrière (N-15). Attacher les écrous
àbride 6mm (N-13).
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INSTRUCTIONS D'ASSEMBLAGE DU LANCEUR –
INSTALLATION SUR POTEAU
CHAMPION
TRAPS& TARGETS
SKYBIRD
WARNING
ATALLTIMES!SEIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT.
STAYCLEAROFTHROWING ARM
Cadre du
lanceur (B)
Tubes du cerceau
Raccordement
Support avant pour cerceau (K)
6mm X 90mm
Boulons hexago-
naux
(N-12)
6mm X 90mm
Boulons hexago-
naux
(N-12)
Cerceau indicateur de la trajectoire du bras (L)
Tubes du cerceau
Raccordement
Support avant pour cerceau (K)
6mm
Écrous à bride
(N-13)
Tubes du cerceau
Raccordement
Cerceau arrière
Support (N-15)
6mm
Écrous à bride
(N-13)
Déclencheur (Q) et
Boulons Lg 6mm x 12mm (N-20)
Fixation pour
pivot (F)
12mm x
30mm Hex
Boulon (N-1)
FIGURE5
FIGURE6
Écrou hexagonal
12mm
(N-2) Tubes du cerceau
Raccordement
Fixation pour
installation sur
poteau (M)
Cerceau arrière
Support (N-15)
Boulon hexagonal
6mm x 24mm
et Rondelle
M6 x 18mm
(N-21 et N-22)
Poignée du cadre du lanceur (O)