RCBS SUMMIT RELOADING PRESS Instruction sheet

SUMMIT™RELOADING PRESS
PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS
PRECISIONEERED RELOADING EQUIPMENT
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7200488

WARNING!
Before using this product, read and follow these instructions carefully. Failure to
do so could result in serious injury or death, or property damage.
If you have any questions while assembling or operating this product,
call us at 1-800-533-5000 or 1-530-533-5191
Monday – Thursday 6:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Or email us at [email protected].
IThis manual contains important safety and operating information. Keep this as a
permanent part of your reloading equipment. If lost, contact us for a replacement.
RELOADING SAFETY
NOTICE - This manual is not intended to provide comprehensive instructions or
safety information on how to reload, or handle or use reloading components.
Always read and thoroughly understand a reloading manual before attempting
to reload ammunition.
Reloading is an enjoyable and rewarding hobby when conducted safely. But, as with
many hobbies, carelessness or negligence can make reloading hazardous. When
reloading, always follow these safety guidelines to minimize the risk of personal injury
or death.
• Alwayswearsafetyglasses.
• Understandwhatyouaredoingandwhy.Readhandbooksandmanualsonreload-
ing. Talk to experienced reloaders. Write or call suppliers of equipment or compo-
nents if you have questions or are in doubt.
• Readandunderstandallwarningsandinstructionsaccompanyingyourequipment
and components. If you do not have written instructions, request a copy from the
manufacturer. Keep instructions for future reference.
• Don’trushortakeshortcuts.Establisharoutineandfollowitataleisurelypace.
• Keepcompleterecordsofreloads.Labeleachboxshowingthedateproduced,
and the type of primer, powder and bullet used.
• Donotsmokewhilereloading,orreloadnearsourcesofheat,sparksorame.
• Observegoodhousekeepinginthereloadingarea.Keeptoolsandcomponents
neat, clean and orderly. Promptly and completely clean up any spills.
• Keepallreloadingequipmentandcomponentsoutofreachofchildren.
• Stayalert.Reloadonlywhenyoucangiveyourundividedattention.Donotreload
whentired,ill,rushedorundertheinuenceofdrugsoralcohol.
BecauseRCBShasnocontroloverthechoice,assemblyoruseofcomponentsor
otherreloadingequipment,RCBSassumesnoliability,expressorimplied,fortheuse
of ammunition reloaded with this product.
LOADING DATA
Useonlylaboratorytestedreloadingdata.WehighlyrecommendthecurrentSPEER
Reloading Manual.
 OBSERVEALLWARNINGSABOUTTHEUSEOFMAXIMUMLISTEDLOADS.
WORKING WITH CARTRIDGE CASES
WARNING!Donotattempttoresizeaprimedcasewithdecappingpininstalled.
• 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. Pay particular attention to splits in the mouth,
separation between the case and the head, and dents in the shoulder.
• Donotstorecartridgecasesorammunitionnearharshchemicalssuchasgasoline,
household cleaners, or cat urine. The fumes can weaken the metal and present a
dangerous condition.
• Donotcleancaseswithchemicalsotherthanthosespecicallydesignedforthe
purpose.
• Donotattempttocleanloadedammunitionorprimedcases.Doingsocancause
corrosion,andweakenthecase,orcauseamisre/hangrecondition.
• Ensurecaseshaveproperprimerpocketsizes;removeprimerstaking/crimpif
necessary.Attemptingtoseataprimerintoanundersizedpocketorpocketwith
staking/crimpingcanresultindetonation.
• Donotreamoutorenlargeashholesofcartridgecases.Thismaychangethe
ignition rate and result in dangerous pressures.
• Resizeandtrimredcasestoensurereliablechamberingandobtainproperbullet
tension and crimp.
• Neverattempttoguessattheidentityofyourammunition.
CASE TRIMMING/ PREP
WARNING!Itiscriticalforsafetythatcasesnotexceedthemaximumspecied
caselength.Acasethatistoolongcanenterthethroatoftherearmwhencham-
bered.Ifthishappens,thecasecannotreleasethebulletproperlyuponring,result-
ing in excessive pressure increase and create a dangerous condition.
MACHINERY
WARNING!Avoidwearinglooseclothingandjewelrywhichcanbedrawninto 
 moving/rotatingcomponents.
• Keepyourhandsandngersawayfrom“danger”spotsandpinch-pointswhere 
they might be injured.
• Keepchildrenandothersawayfrommachinery.
• Besurethatallmovingpartsareshieldedandallguardsareinplacebefore
operating any equipment.
GUNPOWDER WARNINGS
WARNING! Keep out of reach of children.
• Storepowdersintheiroriginalpackageinacool,dryenvironmentfreefromwide
temperature variations.
• Keepcanstightlysealedandlabelsintact.
• Markdateofpurchaseoncan,forfuturereference.Useolderstockrst.
• Neveruseglassasastoragecontainer.Thismaycausea“greenhouseeffect”
raising temperature in container and degrade the powder.
• Checkcansandpowderforsignsofdegradation.Manypowderswillexhibitane
red-browndustonthegranulesand/orinsidethecontainerwhenthishappens.
 Ifitdoes,donotusepropellant;disposeofitproperlyincompliancewithlocal
regulations.
• DONOThavemorethanonecanofpowderonthebenchatonetime.Powder
cans should be stored away from the bench to avoid picking up the wrong one.
• DONOTuseanypowderunlessitsidentityispositivelyknown.Theonlypositive
identicationisthemanufacturer’slabelontheoriginalcanister.Discardallmixed
powders and those of uncertain identity.
• Ifyouuseapowdermeasure,replacethelidsonboththepowderhopperand
powdercanafterthepowderhopperhasbeenlled.
• Whenusingapowdermeasure,settlethepowderinthepowderhopperbefore
charging any cases. Throw and check the weight of at least ten (10) charges. This
will assure you that the correct powder charge is being thrown.
• Whenyounishareloadingsession,pouranyremainingpowderbackintoits
original factory container. This will preserve the identity and shelf life of the powder.
• DONOTsmokewhilereloading.
2 3

WARNING!
Before using this product, read and follow these instructions carefully. Failure to
do so could result in serious injury or death, or property damage.
If you have any questions while assembling or operating this product,
call us at 1-800-533-5000 or 1-530-533-5191
Monday – Thursday 6:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Or email us at [email protected].
IThis manual contains important safety and operating information. Keep this as a
permanent part of your reloading equipment. If lost, contact us for a replacement.
RELOADING SAFETY
NOTICE - This manual is not intended to provide comprehensive instructions or
safety information on how to reload, or handle or use reloading components.
Always read and thoroughly understand a reloading manual before attempting
to reload ammunition.
Reloading is an enjoyable and rewarding hobby when conducted safely. But, as with
many hobbies, carelessness or negligence can make reloading hazardous. When
reloading, always follow these safety guidelines to minimize the risk of personal injury
or death.
• Alwayswearsafetyglasses.
• Understandwhatyouaredoingandwhy.Readhandbooksandmanualsonreload-
ing. Talk to experienced reloaders. Write or call suppliers of equipment or compo-
nents if you have questions or are in doubt.
• Readandunderstandallwarningsandinstructionsaccompanyingyourequipment
and components. If you do not have written instructions, request a copy from the
manufacturer. Keep instructions for future reference.
• Don’trushortakeshortcuts.Establisharoutineandfollowitataleisurelypace.
• Keepcompleterecordsofreloads.Labeleachboxshowingthedateproduced,
and the type of primer, powder and bullet used.
• Donotsmokewhilereloading,orreloadnearsourcesofheat,sparksorame.
• Observegoodhousekeepinginthereloadingarea.Keeptoolsandcomponents
neat, clean and orderly. Promptly and completely clean up any spills.
• Keepallreloadingequipmentandcomponentsoutofreachofchildren.
• Stayalert.Reloadonlywhenyoucangiveyourundividedattention.Donotreload
whentired,ill,rushedorundertheinuenceofdrugsoralcohol.
BecauseRCBShasnocontroloverthechoice,assemblyoruseofcomponentsor
otherreloadingequipment,RCBSassumesnoliability,expressorimplied,fortheuse
of ammunition reloaded with this product.
LOADING DATA
Useonlylaboratorytestedreloadingdata.WehighlyrecommendthecurrentSPEER
Reloading Manual.
 OBSERVEALLWARNINGSABOUTTHEUSEOFMAXIMUMLISTEDLOADS.
WORKING WITH CARTRIDGE CASES
WARNING!Donotattempttoresizeaprimedcasewithdecappingpininstalled.
• 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. Pay particular attention to splits in the mouth,
separation between the case and the head, and dents in the shoulder.
• Donotstorecartridgecasesorammunitionnearharshchemicalssuchasgasoline,
household cleaners, or cat urine. The fumes can weaken the metal and present a
dangerous condition.
• Donotcleancaseswithchemicalsotherthanthosespecicallydesignedforthe
purpose.
• Donotattempttocleanloadedammunitionorprimedcases.Doingsocancause
corrosion,andweakenthecase,orcauseamisre/hangrecondition.
• Ensurecaseshaveproperprimerpocketsizes;removeprimerstaking/crimpif
necessary.Attemptingtoseataprimerintoanundersizedpocketorpocketwith
staking/crimpingcanresultindetonation.
• Donotreamoutorenlargeashholesofcartridgecases.Thismaychangethe
ignition rate and result in dangerous pressures.
• Resizeandtrimredcasestoensurereliablechamberingandobtainproperbullet
tension and crimp.
• Neverattempttoguessattheidentityofyourammunition.
CASE TRIMMING/ PREP
WARNING!Itiscriticalforsafetythatcasesnotexceedthemaximumspecied
caselength.Acasethatistoolongcanenterthethroatoftherearmwhencham-
bered.Ifthishappens,thecasecannotreleasethebulletproperlyuponring,result-
ing in excessive pressure increase and create a dangerous condition.
MACHINERY
WARNING!Avoidwearinglooseclothingandjewelrywhichcanbedrawninto 
 moving/rotatingcomponents.
• Keepyourhandsandngersawayfrom“danger”spotsandpinch-pointswhere 
they might be injured.
• Keepchildrenandothersawayfrommachinery.
• Besurethatallmovingpartsareshieldedandallguardsareinplacebefore
operating any equipment.
GUNPOWDER WARNINGS
WARNING! Keep out of reach of children.
• Storepowdersintheiroriginalpackageinacool,dryenvironmentfreefromwide
temperature variations.
• Keepcanstightlysealedandlabelsintact.
• Markdateofpurchaseoncan,forfuturereference.Useolderstockrst.
• Neveruseglassasastoragecontainer.Thismaycausea“greenhouseeffect”
raising temperature in container and degrade the powder.
• Checkcansandpowderforsignsofdegradation.Manypowderswillexhibitane
red-browndustonthegranulesand/orinsidethecontainerwhenthishappens.
 Ifitdoes,donotusepropellant;disposeofitproperlyincompliancewithlocal
regulations.
• DONOThavemorethanonecanofpowderonthebenchatonetime.Powder
cans should be stored away from the bench to avoid picking up the wrong one.
• DONOTuseanypowderunlessitsidentityispositivelyknown.Theonlypositive
identicationisthemanufacturer’slabelontheoriginalcanister.Discardallmixed
powders and those of uncertain identity.
• Ifyouuseapowdermeasure,replacethelidsonboththepowderhopperand
powdercanafterthepowderhopperhasbeenlled.
• Whenusingapowdermeasure,settlethepowderinthepowderhopperbefore
charging any cases. Throw and check the weight of at least ten (10) charges. This
will assure you that the correct powder charge is being thrown.
• Whenyounishareloadingsession,pouranyremainingpowderbackintoits
original factory container. This will preserve the identity and shelf life of the powder.
• DONOTsmokewhilereloading.
2 3

INTRODUCTION
TheSummitReloadingPressmovesthedietothecase,whichallowsforaunique
open design. Its 4-1/2-inch window opening provides unlimited access to the car-
tridge case, and a compound leverage linkage system requires less effort while resiz-
ing cartridges cases. A 4-1/4-inch stroke length lets reloaders seat bullets in even
thelongestcartridges.TheSummit’sDiePlateprovides3inchesofbearingsurface
onamassive2-inch-diameterram,whichisguidedbytheplate’stworearalignment
pins.TheDiePlatecanusequick-changeadaptersandutilizesaremovable7/8”-14
threadedbushingthatallowsfortheuseofa1”-14bushingwithlargerSafariSeries
dies.AllSummitReloadingPresscomponents(exceptthePrimerCatcher)aremade
ofcastironandsteeltoprovidealifetimeofreloadingpleasure.Azerkttinghasbeen
addedtothepresssotheusercanlubricatetheDiePlate/Raminterface.Thepress
has an ambidextrous handle design and can be mounted ush with the edge of a
reloadingbenchorupto2-1/2inchesbackfromthefront.
ACCESSORIES
The Primer Catcher keeps spent primers from dropping to the oor and is easily
removed for emptying.
UNPACKING
Unpackthepresscarefullyandlookfortheitemslistedbelow.Refertothepartslist
foridentication.
• Press
• Handle/BallAssembly
• PartsBag:ContainsPrimerCatcherand2-6-32x3/8”ButtonHeadCapScrews
INSTALLATION
MounttheSummitReloadingPresstoasturdywork-
benchortablewithtwo3/8”boltsofsufcientlength
topenetratethepressbaseandbench.TheSummit
Reloading Press may also be mounted to an optional
AccessoryBasePlateII,#09280,soldseparately.
Attachthethreadedportionofthehandletoeitherthe
right or left side of the toggle block and lock down
usinga9/16”openendwrenchintheatsprovided
onthehandle.SeePhoto1.
The handle must remain tight at all times to avoid
damage to the handle or toggle block. An optional
ShortHandle,#09291,isavailableforbulletseatingin
theSummitReloadingPress.
Installthe2–6-32x 3/8”ButtonHeadCapScrews
into the two holes in the front of the press base using
a5/64” hex keywrench.Leave approximately1/16”
between the screws and the front of the press base.
SeePhoto2.
4 5
RCBS
®
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Your RCBS Summit
™
Reloading Press is warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship
for as long as the original owner owns it. This warranty is extended only to the original consumer pur-
chaser. All RCBS products are intended for non-commercial use by hobbyists. Any other use of these
products will void the warranty. 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 evalua-
tion. If covered, we will (at our sole option) repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any part or
product found to be defective. This remedy will be without charge except for reasonable shipping,
handling and insurance charges. TO ENSURE ACCURACY OF YOUR WARRANTY INFORMATION,
SEND YOUR DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE TO THE ADDRESS BELOW.
This limited warranty does not cover defects or damage resulting from carelessness, misuse,
commercial use, abuse, neglect, improper installation or assembly, water submersion, unauthorized
or improper repair, failure to follow operation instructions, modication or normal wear and tear.
ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW SHALL IN NO EVENT EXTEND BEYOND DURATION OF THIS
EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above limitation may not apply to you. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN IS
YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT
OF THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED UPON CONTRACT, TORT,
STATUTE OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
CONTACT US
RCBS
605 Oro Dam Blvd, Oroville, California 95965
1-800-533-5000
Email: [email protected]
Photo 1
Photo 2

INTRODUCTION
TheSummitReloadingPressmovesthedietothecase,whichallowsforaunique
open design. Its 4-1/2-inch window opening provides unlimited access to the car-
tridge case, and a compound leverage linkage system requires less effort while resiz-
ing cartridges cases. A 4-1/4-inch stroke length lets reloaders seat bullets in even
thelongestcartridges.TheSummit’sDiePlateprovides3inchesofbearingsurface
onamassive2-inch-diameterram,whichisguidedbytheplate’stworearalignment
pins.TheDiePlatecanusequick-changeadaptersandutilizesaremovable7/8”-14
threadedbushingthatallowsfortheuseofa1”-14bushingwithlargerSafariSeries
dies.AllSummitReloadingPresscomponents(exceptthePrimerCatcher)aremade
ofcastironandsteeltoprovidealifetimeofreloadingpleasure.Azerkttinghasbeen
addedtothepresssotheusercanlubricatetheDiePlate/Raminterface.Thepress
has an ambidextrous handle design and can be mounted ush with the edge of a
reloadingbenchorupto2-1/2inchesbackfromthefront.
ACCESSORIES
The Primer Catcher keeps spent primers from dropping to the oor and is easily
removed for emptying.
UNPACKING
Unpackthepresscarefullyandlookfortheitemslistedbelow.Refertothepartslist
foridentication.
• Press
• Handle/BallAssembly
• PartsBag:ContainsPrimerCatcherand2-6-32x3/8”ButtonHeadCapScrews
INSTALLATION
MounttheSummitReloadingPresstoasturdywork-
benchortablewithtwo3/8”boltsofsufcientlength
topenetratethepressbaseandbench.TheSummit
Reloading Press may also be mounted to an optional
AccessoryBasePlateII,#09280,soldseparately.
Attachthethreadedportionofthehandletoeitherthe
right or left side of the toggle block and lock down
usinga9/16”openendwrenchintheatsprovided
onthehandle.SeePhoto1.
The handle must remain tight at all times to avoid
damage to the handle or toggle block. An optional
ShortHandle,#09291,isavailableforbulletseatingin
theSummitReloadingPress.
Installthe2–6-32x 3/8”ButtonHeadCapScrews
into the two holes in the front of the press base using
a5/64” hex keywrench.Leave approximately1/16”
between the screws and the front of the press base.
SeePhoto2.
4 5
RCBS
®
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Your RCBS Summit
™
Reloading Press is warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship
for as long as the original owner owns it. This warranty is extended only to the original consumer pur-
chaser. All RCBS products are intended for non-commercial use by hobbyists. Any other use of these
products will void the warranty. 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 evalua-
tion. If covered, we will (at our sole option) repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any part or
product found to be defective. This remedy will be without charge except for reasonable shipping,
handling and insurance charges. TO ENSURE ACCURACY OF YOUR WARRANTY INFORMATION,
SEND YOUR DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE TO THE ADDRESS BELOW.
This limited warranty does not cover defects or damage resulting from carelessness, misuse,
commercial use, abuse, neglect, improper installation or assembly, water submersion, unauthorized
or improper repair, failure to follow operation instructions, modication or normal wear and tear.
ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW SHALL IN NO EVENT EXTEND BEYOND DURATION OF THIS
EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above limitation may not apply to you. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN IS
YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT
OF THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED UPON CONTRACT, TORT,
STATUTE OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
CONTACT US
RCBS
605 Oro Dam Blvd, Oroville, California 95965
1-800-533-5000
Email: [email protected]
Photo 1
Photo 2

6 7
DIE INSTALLATION
SizerDieInstallation.Threadthesizerdieintothebushinginthetopofthedieplate.
SeePhoto6.
Lowerthe handle,which will lowerthe dieplate to theshell holder.Threadthe die
downuntilittouchestheshellholder.SeePhoto7.
Be sure all of the play is removed from the press linkage system. To do this, raise the
handletoraisethedieplatetothetopofthestroke.Threadthesizerdie1/8to1/4
ofaturnfartherdownsothepresscamsovercenter.Setthedielockringandyou’re
ready to size. Refer to the instructions included in your die set for further adjustments.
Expander Body and Seat Die Installation: The same steps should be taken when
installing an expander body or seat die. The only difference is that you should leave
1/16to1/8”gapbetweenthedieandtheshellholder.SeePhoto8.
Refer to the instructions included in your die set for further adjustments.
IftheSummit™ReloadingPressismountedushwiththefrontofthebench,slipthe
largerdiameterholesinthePrimerCatcherovertheheadoftheCapScrewsandslightly
pullthesmallerdiameterholesovertheshankoftheCapScrews.SeePhoto3.
Ifthe Summit Reloading Pressis mounted back fromthe frontedge of thebench,
attachthePrimerCatcherusingthe2U-shapedconnectors.SeePhoto4.
The Summit Reloading Press Shell Holder Adapter accepts removable type shell
holders. To install, insert the shell holder into the Shell Holder Adapter and twist
slightlytotheleft.Toremove,twistslightlytotheright.SeePhoto5.
Photo 3
Photo 4
Photo 5
Photo 6
Photo 7
Photo 8

6 7
DIE INSTALLATION
SizerDieInstallation.Threadthesizerdieintothebushinginthetopofthedieplate.
SeePhoto6.
Lowerthe handle,which will lowerthe dieplate to theshell holder.Threadthe die
downuntilittouchestheshellholder.SeePhoto7.
Be sure all of the play is removed from the press linkage system. To do this, raise the
handletoraisethedieplatetothetopofthestroke.Threadthesizerdie1/8to1/4
ofaturnfartherdownsothepresscamsovercenter.Setthedielockringandyou’re
ready to size. Refer to the instructions included in your die set for further adjustments.
Expander Body and Seat Die Installation: The same steps should be taken when
installing an expander body or seat die. The only difference is that you should leave
1/16to1/8”gapbetweenthedieandtheshellholder.SeePhoto8.
Refer to the instructions included in your die set for further adjustments.
IftheSummit™ReloadingPressismountedushwiththefrontofthebench,slipthe
largerdiameterholesinthePrimerCatcherovertheheadoftheCapScrewsandslightly
pullthesmallerdiameterholesovertheshankoftheCapScrews.SeePhoto3.
Ifthe Summit Reloading Pressis mounted back fromthe frontedge of thebench,
attachthePrimerCatcherusingthe2U-shapedconnectors.SeePhoto4.
The Summit Reloading Press Shell Holder Adapter accepts removable type shell
holders. To install, insert the shell holder into the Shell Holder Adapter and twist
slightlytotheleft.Toremove,twistslightlytotheright.SeePhoto5.
Photo 3
Photo 4
Photo 5
Photo 6
Photo 7
Photo 8

8 9
BULLET SEATING
TheSummit
™
Reloading Press design is great for seating of bullets in the cartridge
case.Theopenframedesignallowsexcellentaccessibility.TheoptionalShortHandle,
#09291,andabilitytotightenthe linkagetoreducethe pressstrokegreatlyaidsin
seatingbulletsincartridgecases.Totightenthelinkage,inserta3/16”hexkeywrench
intothebroachedendofthetogglepin.Usinga9/16”openendwrench,slightlyturn
thenylocnutonthetogglepinfrombacktoforward.Seephotos9and10.
Donotover-tightenthenut.Tightenthelinkagejustenoughtoallowthehandletostop
wheredesiredinthestrokelength.SeePhoto11.
BulletseatingisgreatlyenhancedwithuseoftheGoldMedalSeatDie(soldseparately).
SeePhoto12.
Photo 9 Photo 10
Photo 11
Photo 12
TheGoldMedalSeatDiehasabulletretainingsystemthatholdsthebullettofreeyour
handsforseating.SeePhoto13.
PRIMING
TheSummitReloadingPressdoesnotprovideanin-pressprimingsystem.RCBS
®
recommends using dedicated Priming Tools to accomplish this task.
MAINTENANCE
Thispresswaslubricatedatthefactory.However,itisnecessarytolubricateallmoving
partsfromtimetotimewithgunoil.Azerkttinghasbeeninstalledontherightside
oftheDiePlatetolubricatetheDiePlate/Raminterface.Ifrustspotsappear,swab
lightly with gun oil and wipe dry. Care should be taken not to apply oil where it could
comeincontactwithprimerpocketsorprimers.Oilwilldeactivateprimers.Itisagood
practicetocleanthepresspriortolubricationtoremovegritandotherresidue.Note
theeasewithwhichtheepoxyenamelpaintwipesclean.Thisnishisimperviousto
oilandisextremelychipandfaderesistant.RCBSalsosellsaPressMaintenanceKit,
#99971,toaccomplishthistask.
Photo 13

8 9
BULLET SEATING
TheSummit
™
Reloading Press design is great for seating of bullets in the cartridge
case.Theopenframedesignallowsexcellentaccessibility.TheoptionalShortHandle,
#09291,andabilitytotightenthe linkagetoreducethe pressstrokegreatlyaidsin
seatingbulletsincartridgecases.Totightenthelinkage,inserta3/16”hexkeywrench
intothebroachedendofthetogglepin.Usinga9/16”openendwrench,slightlyturn
thenylocnutonthetogglepinfrombacktoforward.Seephotos9and10.
Donotover-tightenthenut.Tightenthelinkagejustenoughtoallowthehandletostop
wheredesiredinthestrokelength.SeePhoto11.
BulletseatingisgreatlyenhancedwithuseoftheGoldMedalSeatDie(soldseparately).
SeePhoto12.
Photo 9 Photo 10
Photo 11
Photo 12
TheGoldMedalSeatDiehasabulletretainingsystemthatholdsthebullettofreeyour
handsforseating.SeePhoto13.
PRIMING
TheSummitReloadingPressdoesnotprovideanin-pressprimingsystem.RCBS
®
recommends using dedicated Priming Tools to accomplish this task.
MAINTENANCE
Thispresswaslubricatedatthefactory.However,itisnecessarytolubricateallmoving
partsfromtimetotimewithgunoil.Azerkttinghasbeeninstalledontherightside
oftheDiePlatetolubricatetheDiePlate/Raminterface.Ifrustspotsappear,swab
lightly with gun oil and wipe dry. Care should be taken not to apply oil where it could
comeincontactwithprimerpocketsorprimers.Oilwilldeactivateprimers.Itisagood
practicetocleanthepresspriortolubricationtoremovegritandotherresidue.Note
theeasewithwhichtheepoxyenamelpaintwipesclean.Thisnishisimperviousto
oilandisextremelychipandfaderesistant.RCBSalsosellsaPressMaintenanceKit,
#99971,toaccomplishthistask.
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SUMMIT™PRESS PARTS LIST
ITEM NUMBER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 7709205 Base 1
2 7709218 Jam Nut 1/2 1
3 7109112 Clip Spring 1
4 7709214 Shell Holder Adapter 1
5 7109212 1/4-28 x 1 BHCS 8
6 7709209 Ram 1
7 7709206 Die Plate 1
8 7709210 Link 2
9 7709219 Jam Nut 3/8 2
10 7709217 Guide Screw 2
11 7186106 3/8-16 Nyloc Nut 4
12 7109260 Bow Washer 3/8 ID 2
13 7709212 Link Pin 2
14 7709208 Toggle 1
15 7709207 Pivot 1
16 7709138 Press Bushing 1
17 7709213 Ram Pin 1
18 7709211 Toggle Pin 1
19 7109213 Zerk Fitting 1
20 7709215 Handle 1
21 7109121 Handle Ball 1

10 11
SUMMIT™PRESS PARTS LIST
ITEM NUMBER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 7709205 Base 1
2 7709218 Jam Nut 1/2 1
3 7109112 Clip Spring 1
4 7709214 Shell Holder Adapter 1
5 7109212 1/4-28 x 1 BHCS 8
6 7709209 Ram 1
7 7709206 Die Plate 1
8 7709210 Link 2
9 7709219 Jam Nut 3/8 2
10 7709217 Guide Screw 2
11 7186106 3/8-16 Nyloc Nut 4
12 7109260 Bow Washer 3/8 ID 2
13 7709212 Link Pin 2
14 7709208 Toggle 1
15 7709207 Pivot 1
16 7709138 Press Bushing 1
17 7709213 Ram Pin 1
18 7709211 Toggle Pin 1
19 7109213 Zerk Fitting 1
20 7709215 Handle 1
21 7109121 Handle Ball 1

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