FailSafe Rod 550C

#1 · May 7, 2019, 6:58 am

Hi,

I'm trying to setup my new 550C with .223 Caliber conversion kit but my Failsafe Rod cannot be straight line, it always stays diagonal, cannot understand why.
The Powder Measure is working fine, already setup it to be working like it should but then i try to install the fail safe rod and it always stays in a diagonal way not straight line

#2 · May 7, 2019, 4:24 pm

Check the lower bend on the failsafe rod. The rod should hang vertical, =/- 5 degrees or so. If necessary, bend the rod a bit more.

#3 · May 30, 2019, 1:43 pm

I have the same issue!! Tech support was no help, videos were no help either

#4 · May 9, 2020, 2:21 am

Same problem. Mine broke the white plastic bushing. I wrapped the rod in tape so not to scratche it then bent the second turn a little further. Works like a charm now.

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#5 · May 31, 2021, 12:38 am

Did you end up replacing the plastic bushing? . Mine just broke in half. Trying to figure out if I need to replace?

#6 · July 13, 2021, 10:56 am

Had the same issue yesterday
called tech Support had to send a picture still
no response
Fixed it myself
The reason I called was this is the 2nd case of this I have known
of in 2 new presses my co-worker ordered from Dillon 2 weeks ago and had the same issue - also he fixed it himself
The purpose of my call is to expose a quality control issue

#7 · September 13, 2021, 1:07 am

If the rod is not vertical, it means the powder die is towards Station 1 or 3. If it's centered, then the rod should be vertical. That's my take.

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