Hornady Lock-N-Load Auto Charge Reload Scale User Manual

The Hornady Lock-N-Load® Auto Charge TM is an extremely useful tool for the beginning or serious reloader. It is great for a hand loader wanting to quickly dispense the same precise charge again and again, or to vary charges with a given powder for accuracy or velocity testing. This unit is quick to setup, easy to use, and extremely accurate to +/-0.1 grains. Highlights include a 1000 grain scale capacity, quick setup and calibration, 3 speed settings to accommodate different powder types, a large and easy to read backlight display, manual or an extremely useful automatic dispense option, trickle function, and over charge protection.


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Brand
Hornady
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
2
File format
PDF
File size
48 KB
Published
06 August, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
6C4E3835F1D6157BBA20871A87E3B439

About this manual

The Hornady Lock-N-Load Auto Charge is a precision reloading tool designed to dispense smokeless powder with high accuracy (+/-0.1 grains). It features automatic or manual dispensing modes, three speed settings, and overcharge protection to assist both beginners and serious reloader in achieving consistent charges.

This document covers essential safety warnings, such as the prohibition of use with black powder, and provides step-by-step instructions for setup, operation, and calibration. It details the functions of all keypad buttons, including MODE, SPEED, TRICKLE, and CALIBRATION, ensuring users can optimize performance based on different powder types.

What's inside

  • Important Safety Functions
  • Tips to Improve Performance
  • Quick Start
  • Keypad Button Functions
  • Calibration
  • Warranty Information

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum powder capacity of this scale?

The unit has a scale capacity of 1000 grains.

How long should I wait before using the scale for best performance?

Allow the unit to warm up for 5-15 minutes after turning it on.

What happens if a dispensed charge is more than 0.1 grains over the target weight?

The display shows "OVER" and you must press ENTER to remove the warning.

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