Manual

Conditions which may cause misfires or poor ignition:
Exposure to water
Exposure to organic solvents such as paint thinner, gasoline, oil, grease, penetrating lubricants, etc.
Exposure to temperatures above 140 degrees Fahrenheit
Primers subjected to shaking, vibration, jolting, etc. may separate small particles of priming compound. This is referred to as “dusting”. Accumulation of primer dust in primer
feeds, on machine surfaces, in loading areas, etc. is extremely dangerous. Primer dust may cause fires and/or explosions due to heat, impact, friction, flame or static
electricity. These areas must be kept very clean.
Storage of Primers– Store in a Cool Dry Place
BULK STORAGE OF PRIMERS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS!!
Primers should never be stored, handled or used in bulk; i.e. piled or poured together. The energy of one exploding primer is sufficient to cause mass detonation of the
surrounding primers. This could result in property damage and serious injury or death to operators and/or bystanders.
Note: Store Primers in a Cool Dry Place Away From Heat, Sparks & Flame.
Cabinets designated for primers only are recommended. They should be constructed of materials designed to provide a substantial delay in the transmissions of heat in case of fire.
The storage area should be clean and free of other combustible materials such as propellant powders, solvents, flammable gases, etc. Avoid areas which may be subjected to high
temperatures, open flames, furnaces, water heaters, direct sunlight, gunfire and bullet impact, the operation of mechanical or electrical equipment and static electricity. Primers should be
stored in original factory containers only. The packaging has been designed to minimize accidental ignition and to protect the consumers as well as the primers.
NEVER SMOKE IN PRIMER STORAGE AREAS.
Observe all federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances regarding quantities of primers stored and conditions of storage.
Handling of Primers - Handle with Care
BULK HANDLING OF PRIMERS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS!!
Primers should never be stored, handled or used in bulk; i.e. piled or poured together. The energy of one exploding primer is sufficient to cause mass detonation of the sur-
rounding primers. This could result in property damage and serious injury or death to operators and/or bystanders.
Safety glasses should be worn at all times. Additional protection such as face shields and machine guards are also recommended for personal safety.
NEVER SMOKE WHILE HANDLING PRIMERS.
Primers are extremely sensitive and should always be handled with care.
Primers should be handled individually with adequate safeguards. The use of primer feeds for reloading is not recommended. Adequate protection from the danger of explo-
sion must be provided by machine guards, barriers, etc.. Primer feeds allowing contact between or among individual primers cause a potentially dangerous condition and are to
be avoided. One exploding primer could cause detonation of all primers in the area.
Do not decap live primers. It is recommended live primers be destroyed by firing the empty shell or cartridge in a suitable firearm.
Areas designated for the storage and/or handling of primers should require equipment and wiring methods suitable for
hazardous locations (National Electrical Code, Class II, Div. I). Persons responsible for these areas should also observe and comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws,
regulations and ordinances pertinent to their location.
Precautions should be taken to prevent the accumulation of static electricity on persons handling primers or conducting handloading procedures. Cotton clothing,
conductive shoes & floors, individual ground straps, static bars, leg stats, and proper electrical/mechanical grounds all help to reduce, dissipate and/or eliminate the buildup of
static electricity. Atmospheric conditions, especially low humidity, will increase the potential of static accumulation. The working area should be maintained at a comfort-able
temperature with a relative humidity of at least 60% to minimize static buildup and/or discharge.
Good housekeeping is a must for safe cartridge loading and primer handling. Equipment and work areas should be kept clean and free of loose primers, primer dust,
propellant powder, and/or abrasive materials. A damp cloth or sponge should be used to clean contaminated areas and be thoroughly rinsed after use. Do not use a vacuum
cleaner because fire or explosion may result.
Loading operations should be conducted with a minimum quantity of primers. Unused primers should be returned to the original package and placed in a designated safe storage area.
It is common sense to make primers unavailable to children, household pets, and any individuals that are not familiar with the potential danger of primers.
Never smoke or allow open flames, spark sources or hot particles near primers or loading areas.
Additional References:
Sporting Arms & Ammunition Manufacturer‘s Institute (S.A.A.M.I.)
National Electrical Code (NEC)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 495, Explosive Materials Code
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
WARNING: DO NOT INTERCHANGE FEDERAL 209 AND FEDERAL 209A PRIMERS
Reloading Precautions – WARNING
Follow these precautions to assure maximum enjoyment and safety in reloading and uniform performance of your reloads. Remember you can suffer severe burns, be badly
injured, or killed if the strictest safety precautions and housekeeping rules are not enforced.
1. Exercise care at all times. Wear safety glasses while reloading.
2. Never smoke while handling powder or primers or during any reloading operation.
3. Keep powder and primers away from heat, sparks and open flames.
4. Store powder in a cool, dry place at all times.
5. Never use a powder unless you are certain of its identity.
5. -Always read warnings on powder and component container labels.
5. -Always read and understand the instruction manual for your reloading machine/tools.
5. -Always reload in strict compliance with instructions in current reloading manuals.
6. Do not mix powders.
7. Devote full attention to reloading operations– avoid distractions.
8. Keep powder and primers out of reach of children.
9. Use components as recommended; don’t take shortcuts.
10. Never exceed maximum recommended loads.
11. Examine every shell or cartridge before loading to insure good condition.
12. Double check every operation for safety and uniformity.
13. Check powder charge level in shells to avoid double charges.
14. On centerfire loads, start with charge weights 10% below recommended maximum loads.
15. Always watch for indications of excessive pressure.
16. Do not decap live primers; it is safer to destroy them by firing the empty shell or cartridge in a firearm.
17. Do not substitute components, except bullets of the same type and weight from reputable manufacturers. It could result in a significant change in ballistics,
and unsatisfactory or even dangerous load.
18. Observe all local fire regulations and codes with respect to quantities of powders and primers stored and conditions of storage.
19. Store powder in its original container. Never transfer it from one storage container to another since this increases the possibility of becoming mislabeled.
20. Do not use the shotshell data contained in this handbook with steel shot; to do so would cause an extremely dangerous condition. Steel shot requires the use of
special data, wads and powders.
When such components become available, Winchester will develop data specifically for steel shot.