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Dillon Precision Products RL550C - User Manual

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RL550C Reloading System Assembly and User Instructions
Dillon Precision, Inc.
Copyright © 2019 by Dillon Precision, Inc.--
All rights reserved. This publication is for personal use only. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or
transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, for commercial use without the prior written permission of
Dillon Precision.
RL550C and Dillon RL550C Reloading System™ are trademarks of Dillon Precision Inc.
Rev. B Oct 2021
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Summary

Mandatory Safety Precautions

Basic Reloading Risks and RL550 C Safety

Understand the inherent dangers of reloading and the system's safety features.

Mandatory RL550 C User Safety Requirements

Minimum safety rules and common sense practices for operating the RL550C safely.

RL550 C Limited Lifetime Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Limitations

Details on what the RL550C warranty covers and its exclusions.

RL550 C Shipping Contents

Unpacking RL550 C Components

Identifying and removing parts from the shipping box layers.

RL550 C Assembly Guide

Mounting the RL550 C to a Bench

Instructions for securely attaching the RL550C reloader to a workbench.

Optional Equipment for the RL550 C

Available Optional Accessories

List and images of optional accessories to enhance RL550C functionality.

The Dillon RL550 C Five Reloading Stations and Configuration

Station 1: Size, Decap, Prime

Process for inserting, de-priming, sizing, and priming cases.

Station 2: Bell Case Mouth and Dispense Powder

Flaring pistol case mouths and dispensing powder.

Station 3: Bullet Seating

Placing and seating bullets into cases.

Station 4: Crimp Bullet;Eject Cartridge

Crimping bullets and ejecting completed cartridges.

Setup Procedures for RL550 C

Station 1 Setup: Locator and Sizing

Adjusting locator, pistol/rifle size die, and de-prime assembly.

Station 1 Setup: Primer System

Adjusting primer feed, seating, and filling the magazine.

Station 2 Setup: Powder Measure

Setting up powder measure, belling case mouths, and adjusting powder charge.

Station 3 Setup: Bullet Seating

Adjusting dies for bullet seating and determining COAL.

Station 4 Setup: Bullet Crimping

Adjusting dies for roll and taper crimping.

Conversion List Part Numbers and Procedures

Caliber Conversion Kits

Table of conversion kits for various calibers, shellplates, and funnels.

Caliber Conversion Procedure

Shellplate Conversion

Steps for replacing the shellplate for caliber conversion.

Primer Size Conversion

Changing Primer Size Components

Procedures for converting between small and large primer systems.

Powder Measure Conversion

Replacing Powder Bars

Steps to replace powder bars for different powder dispensing needs.

Adjustments and Replacement Procedures

Platform;Shellplate;Toolhead Alignment

Procedure for precise alignment of critical reloader components.

Adjusting the Primer Drop Alignment

Fine-tuning the primer slide and feed body for correct primer drop.

Operating Rod Bracket Position Specification

Ensuring the correct positioning of the operating rod bracket.

Troubleshooting Guide RL550 C

Cleanliness and Maintenance Issues

Addressing dirt, residue, and general upkeep problems.

Indexing Issues

Troubleshooting problems with shellplate rotation and indexing.

Depriming Pin Issues

Problems related to bending or breaking depriming pins.

Sizing Issues

Addressing cases scratched during the sizing process.

Priming Issues

Resolving problems with primer feeding, seating, and alignment.

Case Flaring;Belling Issues

Troubleshooting erratic case flaring or belling.

Powder Measure Issues

Addressing inconsistent powder charges or measure movement.

Bullet Seating Issues

Resolving case neck crumpling during bullet seating.

Bullet Crimping Issues

Diagnosing bulged cases or improper crimps.

Cleaning and Lubricating the RL550 C

Lubricating the Mainshaft

Procedure for lightly oiling the mainshaft.

Machine Maintenance Kit Components

Contents of the RL550C maintenance kit.

Greasing Link Arm Fittings

Greasing link arm zerk fittings and grease ports.

Cleaning Upper Pivot Link Pins

Removing, cleaning, and lubricating upper pivot link pins.

Lubricating Lower Main Shaft Pivot Pin

Greasing the lower main shaft pivot pin.

General Cleanliness Procedures

Routine cleaning to remove residue and debris.

Using the RL550 C to Trim Brass

Available Dillon Rapid Trim Dies

Listing of rapid trim dies and associated toolheads.

Dillon Super Swage 600 PN 20995

Primer Pocket Swaging

Using the Super Swage 600 to remove primer pocket crimps.

RL550 C Exploded Views and Parts Identifier

Complete Assembly

An exploded view of the entire RL550C reloader.

Frame and Lower Assembly

Exploded view of the reloader's frame and lower components.

Toolhead Assembly

Exploded view of the toolhead and its components.

Platform and Components

Exploded view of the platform and its associated parts.

Primer Feed Assembly

Exploded view of the primer feed mechanism.

Powder Measure Assembly

Exploded view of the powder measure and its parts.

Primer Early Warning System

Exploded view of the primer early warning system components.

Primer Slide Assembly

Exploded view of the primer slide assemblies.

Reloading Basics

Cleaning Brass

Methods for cleaning fired brass before reloading.

Lubricating Brass

Proper lubrication techniques for brass cases.

Head Space-Case Sizing

Understanding and setting cartridge headspace during sizing.

Primer Basics and Safety

Fundamental information about primers and safety precautions.

Documentation and Record Keeping

Importance of keeping detailed reloading records.

Notes

RL550 C Template for Drilling Mounting Holes in Bench

Dillon Precision Products RL550C Specifications

General IconGeneral
Shell PlateInterchangeable
Case FeedManual
Stations4
Die CompatibilityStandard 7/8"-14 threaded dies
ColorBlue
CaliberMultiple, depending on dies and conversion kits used
Priming SystemAutomatic
OperationManual
ConstructionSteel

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