Lyman Xpress User manual

Lyman®
Case Prep
XpressTM
Operating
Instructions
Lyman®
475 Smith Street
Middletown, CT 06457
1-860-632-2020
www.lymanproducts.com
Part # 7980050 Rev. 01/11
SPECIFICATIONS
Description Case Prep Xpress
Item No. (115V) 7810220
(230V) 7810223
Rating voltage AC 220~240V ~ 50-60 Hz
& Frequency AC 100~120V ~ 50-60 Hz
Tool RPM 125 RPM
Dimensions 10 x 10 x 6 in.
254 x 254 x 152.4 mm

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Lyman Case Prep
XpressTM. Lyman, the industry innovator in case preparation for
decades, now brings to market the most complete electric case
prep system ever developed. The Case Prep Xpress is the only
“All-Inclusive” System offering all the most popular case prep
accessories driven by a high torque gear motor. The Case
Prep Xpress allows the user to simultaneously do 5 different
case prep operations. Removable dump pan provides easy
clean up of brass shavings.
The best part is that all accessories are included from the start,
no need to have to separately purchase expensive additional
accessories.
UNPACKING AND SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
The photo at right shows your Case Prep Xpress in its original
packaging. On top is your instruction booklet and accessory kit.
Make sure all the included accessories are accounted for
before going any further.
The kit includes:
A. 1 Inside Deburr (VLD) Tool
B. 1 Outside Deburr Tool
C. 1 Primer Pocket Uniformer (S)
D. 1 Primer Pocket Uniformer (L)
E. 1 Primer Pocket Reamer (S)
F. 1 Primer Pocket Reamer (L)
G. 1 Primer Pocket Cleaner (S)
H. 1 Primer Pocket Cleaner (L)
I. 1 Case Neck Brush (25 Cal)
J. 1 Case Neck Brush (30 Cal)
K. 1 Case Neck Brush (38 Cal)
L. 1 Case Neck Brush (45 Cal)
M. 1 Case Neck Lube (Mica)
After using tools in the revolving tool stations, they may become
quite tight. You may need to hold onto a tool in another station
to keep from turning the motor when a tool is removed.
HANDLING CAUTION
FOR MOTOR MICA CASE LUBE
CAUTION: Do not inhale dust and avoid contact with eyes.
Prolonged inhalation may be unhealthy. Use in adequately ven-
tilated areas only. Always wear eye protection while handling.
FIRST AID PROCEDURES: In case of eye contact, flush imme-
diately with plenty of water. If irritation occurs seek medical
attention. In case of inhalation seek fresh air; if irritation occurs
seek medical attention.
OSHA/HMIS Label
Health: 0
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Max. Personal Protection: E

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•Primer Pocket Cleaner Small and
Large: Quickly removes fouling out of
primer pocket bottoms. Lightly press
case over tool (approx. 2-3 seconds)
until fouling is removed.
The following case neck brushes can
be installed in the six storage stations
located on either side of the unit.
•CASE NECK BRUSH (.25 Cal.):
Allows cleaning of case necks up to .25
caliber
•CASE NECK BRUSH (.30 Cal): Allows
cleaning of case necks from .26 to .30
caliber
•CASE NECK BRUSH (.38 Cal): Allows
cleaning of case necks from .31 to .38
caliber
•CASE NECK BRUSH (.45 Cal): Allows
cleaning of case necks from .38 to .45
caliber
•Case Neck Lube Dry (Motor Mica):
Motor Mica is a dry lubricant that be used to ease the pas-
sage of the resizing die’s expander ball. Pour small amount of
Motor Mica supplied in a small plastic vial into round recess
on edge of unit. Once you have used the appropriate brush
to clean your case neck dip the case neck into Motor Mica
and tap off any excess. Note this operation should be done
prior to decapping and sizing.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The Lyman Case Prep Xpress center is designed to provide
years of service with minimal maintenance. The Xpress can be
wiped occasionally with a damp cloth. Do not use any harsh
cleaning products or solvents on unit. A removable brass shav-
ing dump pan is included. The build up of brass shavings will
occur around the tools and should be brushed off with the sup-
plied brush.
Once you have verified the contents of the accessory kit you
can now remove the unit from the box. Place your Case Prep
Xpress unit on a smooth flat surface for use.
IMPORTANT
Before using your Lyman Case Prep Xpress read all operating
instructions prior to getting started. This instruction manual
should be kept with your Case Prep Xpress center so that it
may be used for reference in the future. If after reading all user
instructions you still do not understand the unit’s operation
please contact Lyman customer service at 1-800-22LYMAN for
further assistance.
OPERATING THE XPRESS
You may install your case prep tools in any of the 5 different
stations on the unit to meet your specific needs for case prepa-
ration. Case prep tools simply thread into the tool stations on
the top of unit. They will accept any case tools using a 8-32
thread.
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of the firing pin blow. This, in turn, effects the ignition of the
primer and may affect the accuracy of the cartridge.
The Uniformer Tool is factory set to S.A.A.M.I. specifications for
rifle primers and is fixed in place. NO ADJUSTMENTS ARE
NEEDED OR SHOULD BE ATTEMPTED!
To use the Primer Pocket Uniforming Tool, insert the primer
pocket of an empty, deprimed case. Be sure to hold the case
straight in line with the Uniforming Tool. Hold case over tool
while applying light pressure. Hold case over cutter and remove
material until the head of the case makes contact squarely
against the stop collar on the Uniformer Tool. Remove the case
from the cutter and check the pocket for brass shavings.
Remove any shavings that are found. If no material is removed,
the pocket is already at the correct depth. Military cases have
crimped-in primers. Lyman's Primer Pocket Reamer should be
used first to remove the crimp and then the Uniformer Tool can
be used as described above.
WARNING:
• Do not adjust stop collar.
• Large Rifle and Large Pistol Primers have different pocket
depths.
•Do not use the Large Rifle Uniformer in pistol cases.
• Holding the Uniforming Tool at an angle in the primer pocket
could enlarge the pocket and cause gas leakage.
•Keep tool square and in-line with the case.
•Primer Pocket Reamer Small and
Large:Removes military crimps and
rough metal edges from primer pock-
ets. The tool requires only a few sec-
onds to work properly. Be sure to hold
case square with the reamer. Holding
unit at an angle in the primer pocket
could enlarge the pocket and cause
gas leakage.
INDIVIDUAL TOOL INSTRUCTIONS
• Inside Deburr (VLD) Tool:
This tool eliminates damage caused by
sharp edges on the case neck. It cuts a
gentle 22 degree chamfer on the case
mouth allowing bullets to easily enter the
cartridge. This tool only requires a few
seconds to properly function. Do not over
cut brass as this will lead to thin weak
necks. Works on cartridges from 17cal. -
45cal.
• Outside Deburr Tool:
This tool removes excess brass from
trimmed cases. The tool easily deburrs
the outside case mouth to leave a
smooth even finish. This tool only
requires a few seconds to properly func-
tion. Do not over cut brass as this will
lead to thin weak necks. Works on car-
tridges from 17cal. - 45cal.
• Primer Pocket Uniformer Small and Large:
The Lyman Primer Pocket Uniformer Tool is designed to cut rifle
primer pockets to a uniform depth that can produce more con-
sistent ignition and lead to greater accuracy. The Primer Pocket
Uniformer cuts to a uniform depth and at the same time
squares the seating surface for the anvil of the primer. Primers
are constructed so that the anvil protrudes slightly from the
open end of the primer cup. This is nec-
essary so that the anvil will rest firmly on
the bottom of the primer pocket. When
the firing pin strikes the primer, the
impact sensitive compound inside the
primer is crushed between the anvil and
cup causing the compound to ignite.
Variations in the depth or configuration of
the primer pocket, or in the primer seat-
ing operation itself, can alter the effects