EASYBIRD AUTO-FEED
6 - PACKER
Part No. 40911 (40912 with Oscillating Base)
Instruction Manual
WARNING! THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
THOROUGHLY READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING TRAP.
Table of Contents
Section Page
I. Introduction ......................................................................................... 1
II. Safety ................................................................................................. 2
III. Assembly ............................................................................................ 4
1. Contents ....................................................................................................... 4
2. Assembling Trailer ........................................................................ 6
3. Attaching Oscillating Base (If Equipped) ..................................................... 7
4. Mounting the Trap ........................................................................................ 7
5. Mounting the Throwing Arm Path Indicator .................................................. 8
6. Assembling the Magazine ............................................................................ 9
7. Mounting the Magazine Assembly ............................................................. 10
8. Installing the Mainspring ............................................................................. 11
9. Battery and release cord installation .......................................................... 12
IV. Trap Operation ................................................................................... 13
1. Adjusting the Target Retainer .................................................................... 13
2. Loading the Magazine and Firing the Trap ................................................. 15
V. Oscillating Base Operation ................................................................ 16
VI. Adjustments ....................................................................................... 17
1. Throwing arm limit switch .......................................................................... 17
2. Elevation Adjustment .................................................................................. 18
3. Distance Adjustment .................................................................................. 19
4. Oscillating Base Angle Adjustment ............................................................ 20
VII. Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 21
VIII. Maintenance ...................................................................................... 22
IX. Recommended Spare Parts & Ordering Info ............................................. 23
Warranty Certificate ....................................................................................................... 25
Contact Information ........................................................................................................ 26
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I. Introduction
The Easybird Autofeed 6-Packer is a 12-volt battery powered trap designed for the
active sporting clays, trap, and skeet shooter looking for an automatic, lightweight, and
portable machine for practice/fun shooting.
Features of the EASYBIRD 6-PACKER trap include:
Lightweight and portable
Trailer with battery tray and 12” wheels
50 ft. release cord with handheld/foot pedal release. An individual can practice alone
with the EASYBIRD 6-PACKER trap.
Fast cycle time; the EASYBIRD 6-PACKER can keep 3 targets in the air at one time.
Target is delivered directly to the throwing arm – no target plate to adjust.
Maximum throwing distance approximately 75 yards.
On-Off-Safe Release switch safely and easily uncocks throwing arm.
Heavy duty clutch, frame, mainspring and cocking motor with gearbox.
Easy mainspring and elevation adjustments.
Arm Path Indicator Ring provides visual indication of throwing arm path for safety
All wiring out of sight, protected from the elements.
Throws standard 108 mm and 110mm clay targets.
Optional oscillating base adds these features
* Adds only 20 lbs to the 6-Packer
* 45 degrees oscillating angle provides a wide range of challenging targets.
* 34.28 degrees oscillating angle duplicates a 2 hole setting for ATA trap shooting.
* Connects to 6-Packer and uses the same 12V battery
* On/off switch mounted on rear panel of 6-Packer
* Lock down nut locks the base in a fixed position.
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II. Safety
WARNING! THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
THOROUGHLY READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING TRAP.
DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE TRAP WHEN IT IS IN THE COCKED POSITION.
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT.
THIS TRAP IS CAPABLE OF THROWING TARGETS A DISTANCE OF 75 YARDS. USE
ONLY IN AREAS WHERE THERE IS NO RISK OF HITTING A PERSON WITH THE
TARGET.
CAUTION! The EASYBIRD 6-PACKER Trap must be bolted down to the trailer or to a flat,
solid surface to eliminate any movement of the trap while operating! Do not install in an
area that does not allow safe access to the trap during loading and use. Provide ample
clearance around trap. The ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch for the EASYBIRD 6PACKER Trap is located on the rear of the trap to allow the trap to be uncocked before
approaching it. Provide for safe access to the switch that will not require anyone to walk
in front of the trap to load targets or perform work on it.
WARNING! IF THERE IS A TARGET ON THE THROWING ARM, SAFE RELEASING THE
THROWING ARM WILL THROW THE TARGET. DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE TRAP
WHILE SAFE RELEASING THE THROWING ARM.
1. (FIGURES 1, 2 & 3) Before performing any work or maintenance on the EASYBIRD 6PACKER Trap, check to see if the trap throwing arm is in the “cocked” position (FIGURE
2). If it is, move the throwing arm to the uncocked position (FIGURE 3) by momentarily
pressing the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch (FIGURE 1) to the “safe release” position,
and after the arm releases to the uncocked position, release the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE
switch allowing it to return to the “OFF” position.
2. Finally, remove battery cables from battery.
WARNING! THE ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE
(MAIN POWER) SWITCH ON THE TRAP
MUST BE IN THE ‘OFF‘ (CENTER)
POSITION AND THE BATTERY
DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRAP BEFORE
PERFORMING ANY REPAIR,
MAINTENANCE OR ASSEMBLY.
FIGURE 1
ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE (Main Power) Switch
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3. All personnel operating the trap should be thoroughly familiar with the operating instructions
and the safety issues relating to the trap.
4. Do not leave trap in the cocked position. Not only is this potentially dangerous, but it puts
undue stress on the mainspring.
5. Always load the trap magazine from the rear of the trap.
6. Keep hands and body outside the trap and throwing arm path indicator areas (FIGURE 4)
while the trap is operating. This ring shows the throwing arm’s path when throwing a target.
WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
FIGURE 4
Throwing Arm Path Indicator
Throwing Arm
Path Indicator
FIGURE 3
Throwing Arm in
UNCOCKED Position
(arm position varies from 8 o’clock to 10
o’clock when viewed from rear of trap)
Throwing Arm
FIGURE 2
Throwing Arm in
COCKED Position
Throwing Arm
Flight Rail
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E-2
E-4
III. Assembly
1. Contents
1. Carefully inspect the carton and trap machine to be sure that damage hasn’t occurred
during shipping. Report any damage found immediately to the shipper.
2. Insure that all parts were included in shipping container and cartons. If any parts are
missing, call the CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS Customer Service Department at
(800) 379-1732 to obtain replacement parts.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
A.
6 Packer Trap (with magazine plates)
B.
Instruction Manual – 1ea
C.
Safety Ring Tube – 3 ea
D.
Trap Body Hardware Carton
D-1.
Front Tube Support – 2 ea
D-2.
Mainspring
D-3.
Mainspring Bolt
D-4.
Mainspring Bushing
D-5.
Flat Washer
D-6.
Tension Adjustment Flange Nut
D-7.
Tension Adjustment Lock Nut
E.
Magazine Hardware Carton
E-1.
Inner Magazine Rods – 6 ea
E-2.
Outer Magazine Rods – 12 ea
E-3.
Inner Magazine Stubs – 6 ea
E-4.
Outer Magazine Stubs – 12 ea
E-5.
Magazine Top Plate Screws – 18 ea
E-6.
Magazine Stub Screws – 18 ea
E-7.
Magazine Stub Screw Hex Wrench
D-1
E. Magazine Hardware Carton
D-2
D-3
D-4
D-5
D-6
D-7
E-1
E-3
E-5
E-6
E-7
E-7
D. Trap Body Hardware Carton
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Contents (Continued)
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
F.
Trailer Frame
G.
Trailer Axle
H.
Trailer Wheel – 2ea
I.
Trailer Draw Bar
J.
Trailer Cross Bar
K.
Trailer Hardware Bag
K-1.
10mm x 110mm Hex Head Bolt – 2 ea
K-2.
10mm x 75mm Hex Head Bolt – 2 ea
K-3.
10mm x 50mm Hex Head Bolt – 6 ea
K-4.
10mm x 20mm Hex Head Bolt – 4 ea
K-5.
10mm Hex Nut – 5 ea
K-6.
10mm Lock Nut – 7 ea
K-7.
10mm Washer - 2 ea
K-8.
Large Washer - 4 ea
K-9.
E- Clip -2 ea
L.
Oscillating Base (If Equipped)
L-1.
Oscillating Base Unit
L-2.
Mounting Bolts, Washers and Lock Nuts – 4 ea
L-3.
Gear Motor
L-4.
Circuit Breaker
L-5.
Drive Belt
L-6.
Power Cable Assy
G
H
F I K-2 J K-4
K-9
K-3
K-1
L-1
L-6 Power Cable Assy
L-2
Mounting
K-6
K-5
K. Trailer Hardware Bag
Lock Down Nut
K-7
L. Oscillating Base
L-3 Gear Motor
K-8
L-5 Drive Belt
L-4 Circuit Breaker
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2. Assembling Trailer
For pulling behind an ATV or garden tractor:
Remove cross bar and bolt to side of draw bar.
Bolt draw bar in horizontal position as shown.
Draw Bar
10mm x 75mm
Hex Head Bolts
Wheel (2)
Battery
Tray
Axle
Frame
Cross Bar
10mm Lock
Nuts (2)
10mm Hex Nuts
10mm Hex
Nut
10mm x 50mm
Hex Head Bolt
10mm x 50mm
Hex Head Bolt
10mm x 100mm
Hex Head Bolts
10mm x 20mm
Hex Head Bolts (2)
10mm Hex Nuts
10mm Lock Nut
E - Clip (2)
Use these 4 holes to mount 6-Packer (with
oscillating base) to frame with 10mm x
50mm Hex Head Bolts, and Lock Nuts
Large
Washer (4)
Qty.
K-1.
10mm x 110mm Hex Head Bolt
2
K-2.
10mm x 75mm Hex Head Bolt
2
K-3.
10mm x 50mm Hex Head Bolt
6
K-4.
10mm x 20mm Hex Head Bolt
4
K-5.
10mm Hex Nut
5
K-6.
10mm Lock Nut
7
K-7.
10mm Washer
2
K-8.
Large Washer
4
K-9.
E-Clip
2
Use these 2 holes to mount 6-Packer
(without oscillating base) to frame
with 10mm x 20mm Hex Head Bolts,
Washers, and Lock Nuts
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3. Attaching Oscillating Base (If purchased with 6-Packer Trap)
1. The EasyBird Oscillating Base has (4) pre-drilled holes that align with the four mounting
holes on the frame of the 6-Packer trailer. Use (4) of the 10mm x 50mm hex head bolts and
(4) of the 10mm lock nuts supplied with the trailer to securely fasten the oscillating base to
the trailer frame as shown. The gear motor on the top of the oscillating base is to the
front, the lock down nut and bolt is to the rear.
4. Mounting the Trap
CAUTION! The EASYBIRD 6-PACKER Trap must be bolted down to the trailer or to a flat,
solid surface to eliminate any movement of the trap while operating ! Do not install in an
area that does not allow safe access to the trap during loading and use. Provide ample
clearance around trap. The ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch for the EASYBIRD 6PACKER Trap is located on the rear of the trap to allow the trap to be uncocked before
approaching it. Provide for safe access to the switch that will not require anyone to walk
in front of the trap to load targets or perform work on it.
Front of Trailer
Mounting Bolts
If mounting the 6-Packer to the oscillating base,
Use the 10mm x 20mm hex head bolts (4), 10mm
washers (4) and 10mm lock nuts (4) provided with
the oscillating base to securely fasten the 6-Packer
trap to the oscillating base. Bolts should be inserted
from underneath with the washers and nuts on top
as shown. The mounting bolt that is directly over the
shock absorber can be installed after the oscillating
base is connected and the oscillating base can be
moved slightly using the jog switch.
Mounting Bolts
Mounting Bolts
If mounting the 6-Packer to the trailer,
Use the 10mm x 20mm hex head bolts
(2) washers (2) and 10mm lock nuts (2)
provided with the trailer to securely
fasten the 6-Packer trap to the trailer as
shown. The curved slot and square hole
in the 6-Packer mounting bracket line up
with the 2 holes in the trailer cross bar.
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5. Mounting the Throwing Arm Path Indicator
1. Attach the two (2) Front Tube Supports (D-1) to front sides of trap body
using the four (4) existing bolts in the lower front body (two on each side). Make
sure that warning labels are upright. Tighten all four (4) bolts on Front Tube
Supports securely.
2. Slide three (3) pieces of Arm Path Indicator Tubing (C) over ends of
Front Tube Supports and Rear Tube Support Studs at rear of trap body. This
ring indicates the approximate path of the Throwing Arm.
WARNING! FAILURE TO KEEP HANDS AND BODY OUTSIDE THE THROWING ARM
PATH INDICATOR AREA CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM
BEING STRUCK BY THE THROWING ARM DURING USE.
CAUTION! Do not lift trap by throwing arm path indicator, or front tube
supports, these were not designed to be a lifting point.
Front Tube
Supports
Rear Tube
Support Stud
Arm Path Indicator
Tubing
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6. Assembling the Magazine
The magazine ships unassembled. The top and bottom magazine plates are shipped attached
to the Trap body (FIGURE 5). The magazine rods, stubs and screws are shipped in the
hardware carton inside the shipping box.
To Assemble the Magazine:
1. Remove the magazine index gear by first removing the retaining plate and the key
(FIGURE 9) using the E-7 hex wrench
2. Lift the top and bottom magazine plates off the trap body.
3. Separate the top and bottom magazine plates by removing the cardboard, protective
wrapping, and the wire ties that secure them to each other (FIGURE 5).
4. The magazine is assembled following the picture shown in figure 6.
NOTE: When installing the eighteen (18) socket head cap screws that secure the inner and
outer magazine stubs on the bottom of the magazine assembly, gently tighten the screws until
they stop and turn them an additional 1/4 turn. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
Figure 5 – Magazine Plates Figure 6 – Assembling the Magazine
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
E-1.
Inner Magazine Rods – 6 ea
E-2.
Outer Magazine Rods – 12 ea
E-3.
Inner Magazine Stubs – 6 ea
E-4.
Outer Magazine Stubs – 12 ea
E-5.
Magazine Top Plate Screws – 18 ea
E-6.
Magazine Stub Screws – 18 ea
E-9.
Magazine Top Plate
E-10.
Magazine Bottom Plate
Wire Ties
E-1
E-2
E-3
E-4
E-5
E-6
E-9
E-10
Figure 7 –
Assembled
Magazine
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7. Mounting the Magazine Assembly
To mount the magazine assembly:
1. Slide the magazine over the magazine shaft and align the gap in the brake disk clamp on
the bottom of the magazine so that it falls over the locating cap screw head on the
magazine plate. (FIGURE 8) NOTE: Brake disk is shown separated from bottom of
magazine for clarity.
2. Rotate the magazine index pawl clockwise, and while holding index pawl in place, place the
magazine ratchet gear on the shaft and align the keyway in the shaft collar with the keyway
in the magazine shaft (FIGURE 9). Insert the key and attach the retaining plate with the
socket head cap screw as shown.
Figure 8 – Brake Disk Locating Screw and Brake Disk Orientation
Note: Brake Disk is shown removed from bottom of Magazine for clarification
Figure 9 – Magazine Orientation
Retaining
Plate
Locating
Screw Head
Brake Disk
Orientation
Key
Magazine
Ratchet Gear
Magazine Index
Pawl
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Mainspring Bolt (D-3)
Mainspring
Bushing (D-4)
8. Installing the Mainspring
1. Remove the plastic tie holding the arm in place and rotate the arm counter clockwise 180°
so it is facing forward of the trap in the 12 o’clock position. Remove Mainspring (D-2) and
all remaining hardware from shipping cartons and bags.
2. Mainspring Hex Bolt (D-3) should be assembled into Mainspring (D-2) through largest
opening with the threaded end of mainspring bolt showing.
3. Place Mainspring and Bolt inside body of trap and push threaded end of Mainspring Bolt
through hole in rear of body.
4. Attach the hook end of the mainspring through the crankshaft eyebolt located inside of trap
body. First remove the wire tie holding the eyebolt in position and rotate the eyebolt so it is
pointing toward rear of trap.
5. Slide Mainspring Bushing (D-4) over Mainspring Hex Bolt so small end fits into trap body
6. Attach Flat Washer (D-5) and Tension Adjustment Flange Nut (D-6)
7. With the throwing arm still facing forward of the trap, tighten the Tension Adjustment Flange
Nut until all the slack is taken up in the spring and bolt. This is the minimum spring tension
point and operating the trap at any less tension will cause “spring slap” that can damage
the machine. Add the Tension Adjustment Lock Nut (D-7) and tighten against 1st nut.
8. The throwing arm is now in the uncocked position and is under minimum tension.
Tension Adjustment
Flange Nut (D-6)
Rear of Trap
Flat Washer (D-5)
Tension Adjustment
Lock Nut (D-7)
Crankshaft Eyebolt
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9. Battery and Release Cord Installation
WARNING! MAKE SURE THE OSCILLATING BASE “ON-OFF-JOG” SWITCH ON THE
BACK OF THE 6-PACKER IS SET TO THE “OFF” POSITION AND THE TRAP “ONOFF-SAFE RELEASE” SWITCH ON THE BACK OF THE 6-PACKER IS SET TO THE
“OFF” POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING THE OSCILLATING BASE POWER CORD.
1. Unplug the power switch / battery clips cord from the oscillating base power cord, if they
are included, and save this cord for future use.
2. Plug the oscillating base power cord directly into the matching connector on the bottom rear
of the 6-Packer trap.
WARNING! MAKE SURE THAT THE “ON-OFF-SAFE RELEASE” SWITCH IS SET TO
THE “OFF” POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING POWER TO THE TRAP.
3. Connect the red battery lead to the positive (+) terminal and the black battery lead to the
negative (-) terminal of an adequately charged deep cycle 12V battery.
Remote Release
Cord
Oscillating Base
Power Cord
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IV. Trap Operation
1. Adjusting the Target Retainer
WARNING! BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, MAKE SURE THE THROWING ARM
IS IN THE UNCOCKED POSITION, THE ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE SWITCH IS IN THE
“OFF” POSITION, AND THE BATTERY IS REMOVED FROM THE TRAP.
For best results, the Target Retainer System splitter height needs to be adjusted for the brand
of target being used. Adjustment is as follows:
Step 1: Load 8 to 10 targets (108mm standard or 110mm international) into one of the
magazine columns.
Step 2: Rotate the magazine clockwise until the column of targets just makes contact with the
target splitter on the leading target retainer roller.
Note: Both rollers are fixed at the same height with respect to each other.
Step 3: The target splitter should be adjusted so that the knife edge of the target splitter is the
same height as the small gap between the first (bottom) and second target in the
column.
Step 4: To raise the height of the target splitters (along with the retainer rollers), loosen the
upper adjusting nylon lock nut on the retainer system and turn the lower nylon lock
nut counter-clockwise until the target splitter is aligned with the gap between the
bottom and second target. After adjusting, tighten the upper adjusting nylon lock nut
to lock the retainer in position.
Step 5: To lower the height of the target splitters (along with the retainer rollers), loosen the
upper adjusting nylon lock nut on the retainer system and turn the lower nylon lock
nut clockwise until the splitter is aligned with the gap between the bottom and second
target. After adjusting, tighten the upper adjusting nylon lock nut to lock the retainer
in position.
Step 6: Test the adjustment by loading the magazine and throwing several targets as
described in the following section to insure the splitters are at the appropriate height.
FIGURE 10 – Target Splitter Location
FIGURE 11 – Upper and Lower Retainer
Target Splitter
Retainer
Adjustment Nuts
O-Rings
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Step 7: FOR 110mm TARGETS ONLY - Turn stop pin lock nuts down towards top plate until
the flat side of the top lock nut is resting against the target splitter arm. This will decrease the
movement of the target splitter arm for the 110mm targets, and ensure that the last target in
each magazine column feeds correctly.
Target Splitter Arm
Stop Pin Lock Nuts
Stop Pin Lock Nut Setting for
110mm International Targets
Only
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
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2. Loading the Magazine and Firing the Trap
WARNING! DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF TRAP OR IN THE PATH OF THE
THROWING ARM SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT!
1. The throwing arm path indicator must be mounted properly before using trap.
2. Make sure that the trap is located to allow ample clearance around machine to allow for the
oscillating movement and to provide safe access to the rear of the trap during operation. It
must be located so that the user has safe access to the rear to operate the On/Off/Safe
Release switch and reload the trap without having to move in front of the trap at any time.
3. Make sure that the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch is in the “OFF” ( center ) position
(FIGURE 12) and the throwing arm is in the uncocked position (see page 2 and 3).
4. While standing at the rear of the trap, rotate the magazine assembly clockwise by hand
until an empty column is over the large drop hole in the top plate of the trap.
5. Load the magazine column to the left of this column with up to 25 targets (108mm standard
or 110mm international)
6. Rotate the magazine assembly clockwise until the column that was just loaded is halfway
over the large drop hole.
7. Load each of the remaining magazine columns with up to 25 targets Ensure that there is an
adequately charged 12VDC battery connected to the trap and that the remote release cord
is safely away from the trap.
8. Turn the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch to the “ON” position.
9. At this time the trap should cock the throwing arm.
10. Pressing the foot switch on the remote release will release the throwing arm, re-cock the
throwing arm and deliver a target to the throwing arm.
11. If a target does not drop while the throwing arm is re-cocking, or the arm
continuously fires, the limit switch needs adjustment (see page 16)
THE THROWING ARM WILL THROW THE TARGET. DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF
THE TRAP.
12. When reloading the trap, first move the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch on the
EASYBIRD 6-PACKER Trap to the “Safe Release” position momentarily to uncock the
throwing arm and allow it to return to the ‘OFF’ position to turn power to the EASYBIRD 6PACKER Trap off. The trap magazine columns can then be safely reloaded with targets
from the rear of the trap.
FIGURE 12
6 Packer
ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE
Switch
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V. Oscillating Base Operation
WARNING! DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF TRAP OR IN THE PATH OF THE THROWING
ARM! SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT!
1. Make sure that the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch (FIGURE 12) and the ON/OFF/JOG switch for
the Oscillating Base (FIGURE 13) on the EasyBird Auto-Feed 6-Packer are both in the “OFF”
position.
2. Ensure that there is an adequately charged 12VDC battery connected to the EasyBird Auto-Feed 6Packer and that the remote release cord is safely away from the trap.
3. Make sure that the lock down nut that locks the oscillating base in a fixed position is loose
(See Page 5.), allowing free movement of the base while under electrical power.
4. The EasyBird Auto-Feed 6-Packer can now be switched ON and used to throw targets.
5. Turn the ON/OFF/JOG switch for the Oscillating Base to the “ON” position to start the trap
oscillating.
6. To rotate the trap to a specific position, hold the ON/OFFJOG switch for the Oscillating Base to the
“JOG” position and release the switch when the trap rotates to the position desired.
WARNING! IF THERE IS A TARGET ON THE THROWING ARM, SAFE RELEASING
THE THROWING ARM WILL THROW THE TARGET. DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF
THE TRAP.
7. When reloading the trap, first turn the ON/OFF switch for the Oscillating Base to the “OFF” position.
Move the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch on the 6-Packer Trap to the “SAFE RELEASE” position
momentarily to uncock the throwing arm and allow it to return to the ‘OFF’ position to turn power to
the Trap off. The trap magazine can then be safely reloaded with targets from the rear of the trap.
8. To lock the base in a fixed position: Make sure the throwing arm on the 6-Packer Trap is in the
uncocked position and that the ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE switch on the 6-Packer Trap is in the
“OFF” position. Hold the ON/OFF/JOG switch for the Oscillating Base to the “JOG” position and
release the switch when the trap rotates to the position desired. Finally, tighten the lock down nut
at the front of the oscillating base (See Page 5.) to lock the base in the position and prevent drifting
when firing the trap.
CAUTION! Be sure to loosen the lock down nut that locks the base in a fixed position
(See Page 5.) prior to turning the switch on the base to the “ON” position. Failure to
do so will cause belt damage or the circuit breaker to trip.
FIGURE 13
Oscillating Base
ON/OFF/JOG
Switch
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VI. Adjustments
1. Throwing Arm Limit Switch
WARNING! BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, MAKE SURE THE
THROWING ARM IS IN THE UNCOCKED POSITION, THE ON/OFF/SAFE
RELEASE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION, AND THE BATTERY IS
DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRAP.
1. The limit switch controls the stop position of the throwing arm during the traps
cocking cycle. The switch position is set from the factory and only needs
adjustment if a target does not drop while the arm is cocking, or if the
trap continuously fires. It is important that the switch be properly adjusted to
provide safe and efficient use. The limit switch is located under the trap near
the front. Adjustments to the limit switch are made by loosening the two
mounting screws and moving the switch slightly. Move the switch towards the
center of the trap for the arm to stop further away from the edge of the main
body. Move the switch towards the end of the trap for the arm to stop closer
to the edge of the main body. Be sure to re-tighten the mounting screws after
adjusting the switch.
2. Adjust arm so that a target drops onto the throwing arm as the arm is cocking.
The tip of the arm should stop about 1” - 2” from the edge of the main body of the
trap. CAUTION! Adjusting the arm to stop at a point too far away from the spring’s over-
center point can result in a delayed release or improper loading and targets breaking.
WARNING! ADJUSTING THE ARM TO STOP AT A POINT TOO CLOSE
TO THE SPRING’S OVER-CENTER POINT CAN RESULT IN THE ARM
CONTINUOUSLY FIRING AND CAUSING POTENTIAL INJURY FROM
BEING STRUCK BY THE ARM.
If target has not dropped onto the
throwing arm:
Move switch this direction (towards
the end of the machine) to stop arm
closer to edge of top plate
If arm continuously fires:
Move switch this direction
(towards the center of the
machine) to stop arm further
from edge of top plate
Tip of Arm 1” - 2” From
Edge of Main Body
Switch Mounting Screws
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2. Elevation Adjustment
WARNING! BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, MAKE SURE THE
THROWING ARM IS IN THE UNCOCKED POSITION, THE ON/OFF/SAFE
RELEASE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION, AND THE BATTERY IS
DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRAP.
1. To adjust the elevation, slightly loosen the four nuts--two on each side of the
trap.
2. Change the elevation by grasping the trap main body and pivoting the trap to
the desired position. Leave clearance between the rear edge of the trap body
and the lock down nut if using the oscillating base.
3. Re-tighten the four nuts to secure the trap in the new position.
Elevation
Adjustment
Clearance Between
Trap Body and Lock
Down Nut
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3. Distance Adjustment
WARNING! BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, MAKE SURE THE
THROWING ARM IS IN THE UNCOCKED POSITION, THE ON/OFF/SAFE
RELEASE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION, AND THE BATTERY IS
DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRAP.
THIS TRAP IS CAPABLE OF THROWING TARGETS A MAXIMUM DISTANCE
OF 75 YARDS. USE ONLY IN AREAS WHERE THERE IS NO RISK OF
CAUSING DAMAGE, OR HITTING A PERSON WITH A TARGET.
The trap has an adjustable throwing range of approximately 55 to 75 yards. Adjustments to
throwing distance are made by adjusting the mainspring tension.
1. Loosen the Tension Adjustment Lock Nut. Turn the Tension Adjustment Flange Nut
clockwise to increase spring tension and target distance, or counter-clockwise to decrease
spring tension and target distance.
2. Maximum spring tension is set when mainspring bushing contacts the step on the
mainspring bolt. At this point the Tension Adjustment Flange Nut cannot be turned
clockwise any farther. It is recommended spring tension be adjusted in five-turn increments
and the results observed before adjusting further .
3. Make sure the spring tension is not reduced to the point that there is slack in the spring
when the arm is in the twelve o’clock position (straight out in front). Take up any slack in
the spring when the arm is in this position. This is the minimum tension point to ensure that
damaging spring slap does not occur.
4. After adjusting the spring to the desired tension, tighten the Tension Adjustment Lock Nut
against the Tension Adjustment Flange Nut to lock the setting in place.
Tension Adjustment
Flange Nut
Tension Adjustment
Lock Nut
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4. Oscillating Base Angle Adjustment
1. The Oscillating Base comes factory set to oscillate at 45 degrees total angle. The
oscillating angle can be adjusted to 34 degrees of total angle (2 hole ATA equivalent) by
moving the linkage bar to the optional 34 degree oscillation hole.
2. To help in moving linkage, remove drive belt by slipping it down and off the large pulley.
3. Loosen lock nut by turning counter clockwise until it touches bottom of linkage bar.
4. Loosen top flange nut by turning counterclockwise until it touches bottom of lock nut.
5. Turn linkage bar bolt counter clockwise with a pliers or short arm hex wrench until linkage
bar bolt clears bottom plate of oscillating base.
6. Slide linkage bar bolt to the optional 34 degree hole.
7. Turn linkage bar bolt clockwise into bottom plate tapped hole until flange nut touches
bottom plate, then turn linkage bolt counter clockwise 1 turn.
8. Tighten top flange nut by turning clockwise until tight against bottom plate (hold linkage bar
bolt to prevent from turning).
9. Tighten lock nut by turning clockwise until tight against flange nut.
10. Attach drive belt by sliding it up and onto large pulley.
34 Degree
Hole
45 Degree Hole
Factory Setting
Flange Nut
Linkage Bar
Bolt
Bottom Plate
Lock Nut
Drive Belt
Linkage Bar
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VII. Troubleshooting
6 Packer Trap
I. THE MOTOR WILL NOT START
1. The “ON-OFF-SAFE RELEASE” switch on the trap is in the “OFF” position.
2. The circuit breaker is tripped on the rear of the machine - determine cause before
resetting.
3. Battery is inadequately charged - recharge battery.
4. Electrical connections are loose or damaged.
5. The motor is burned out.
6. The throwing arm is blocked from rotating. Remove mainspring and check to see if
arm rotates freely.
II. THE MOTOR STARTS, BUT DOES NOT COCK THROWING ARM
1. Battery is inadequately charged - recharge battery.
2. Gearbox or coupling is broken.
IV. THE TRAP COCKS, BUT DOES NOT FIRE
1. The “ON-OFF-SAFE RELEASE” switch is in the “OFF” position.
2. Electrical connections are loose or damaged.
3. The remote fire button or wireless release system is damaged.
V. THE THROWING ARM DOES NOT STOP AND CONTINUES FIRING
1. The throwing arm limit switch is damaged or out of adjustment.
2. Remote release system fire button stuck in the “on” position.
3. Remote release system cord wires are shorted together.
VI. EXCESSIVE TRAP NOISE OR VIBRATION
1. Check all bolts to make sure they are tight.
2. The mainspring is loose causing “spring slap”. Check to make sure there is not any
slack in the spring when throwing arm is in 12 o’clock position.
Oscillating Base
I. THE MOTOR DOES NOT RUN
1. The “ON-OFF” switch on the Oscillating Base is in the “OFF” position.
2. The circuit breaker is tripped - determine cause before resetting.
3. Battery is inadequately charged - recharge battery.
4. Electrical connections are loose or damaged.
5. The motor is burned out.
6. The base is blocked from rotating, or the lock down nut is tight.
II. THE MOTOR RUNS, BUT THE BASE DOES NOT OSCILLATE
1. The drive linkage bar is disconnected or the linkage bar mounting bolt is broken –
check and replace as necessary.
2. Drive belt is broken, loose, or the gear motor mounting bolts are loose – replace belt
or tighten belt and gear motor mounting bolts.
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VIII. Maintenance
WARNING: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE ON THE EASYBIRD 6 PACKER TRAP MAKE SURE THAT THE THROWING ARM IS IN THE UNCOCKED
POSITION (SEE FIGURE 3), THE ON/OFF/SAFE RELEASE SWITCH ON THE EASYBIRD
6-PACKER TRAP (SEE FIGURE 1) IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION AND THE BATTERY HAS
BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE EASYBIRD 6-PACKER TRAP.
Preventive Maintenance Action
Frequency
Remove dust, dirt, and target debris with soft brush
Before every use
Check mounting bolts to insure they remain tight
Every month or 8,000 cycles
Lubricate moving parts with a good quality Teflon
Every month or 8,000 cycles
based lubricating oil such as OUTERS Tri-Lube
Replace "O" Rings
Every three months or 25,000 cycles
Replace Flight Rail
Every three months or 25,000 cycles
Disconnect Battery
After Every use
Check condition of oscillating base drive belt
Every month or 8,000 cycles
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IX. Recommended Spare Parts
QTY
PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
LOCATION
1
45305
Mainspring
Page 4, D-2
1
40226
Flight Rail
Page 3, Figure 3
1
45293
#336 O-Ring (set of 2)
Page 13, Figure 10
1
45311
Oscillating Base Drive Belt
Page 5, L-5
ORDERING PARTS
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at (800) 379-1732.
Prices are subject to change without notification. Minimum order value of $10.00
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Warranty Certificate
(Please fill out completely & return with a copy of the receipt)
Owner’s Name: _______________________________________________________
Owner’s Signature:_____________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________Ph #: ___________________
City: _______________________________ State: _______ Zip: ______________
Date of Purchase: ________________
Business Where Easybird 6-Packer Was Purchased:_____________________
WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
Congratulations on the purchase of your new CHAMPION EASYBIRD 6-PACKER trap machine. Your new
EASYBIRD 6-PACKER is warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of purchase. This warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchaser. Should you
believe that your CHAMPION EASYBIRD 6-PACKER is defective in material or workmanship, you should
contact the CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS Customer Service Department via phone at 800-379-1732.
In the event a warranty repair is required, all parts will be provided at no charge. THIS WARRANTY DOES
NOT COVER DEFECTS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM: CARELESSNESS, MISUSE, IMPROPER
INSTALLATION, MODIFICATION, OR NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR.
IN ORDER FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE IN EFFECT, YOU MUST FILL OUT THIS WARRANTY
CERTIFICATE AND RETURN IT TO CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE.
THE WARRANTY CERTIFICATE MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY AND SIGNED BY THE OWNER IN
ORDER TO BE VALID. WARRANTY SERVICES CANNOT BE PROVIDED WITHOUT MEETING THE ABOVE
REQUIREMENT. Retain a copy of this warranty certificate for future reference. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS IS NOT LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS BE
LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. HOWEVER, SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
The above warranty provides the sole and exclusive warranty available to the customer in the event of a defect in
material or workmanship in the CHAMPION EASYBIRD 6-PACKER. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
CHAMPION TRAPS AND TARGETS
1 VISTA WAY
ANOKA, MN 55303
1-800-379-1732
www.championtarget.com
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Champion Traps and Targets
1 Vista Way
Anoka, MN 55303
Toll Free: (800) 635-7656
Internet: www.championtarget.com
Email: tech.expert@vistaoutdoor.com
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