Drawing 2 drawing 1 – RCBS ProMelt Electric Lead Furnace User Manual
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TO USE:
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Set the thermostat at its lowest temperature and turn on the Pro-Melt. The pilot light located in the on-off switch
will indicate when there is power to the element.
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After the Pro-Melt has been on for approximately 15 minutes (the pilot light will go on and off), set the thermostat
at 650
°
F.
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Add small pieces of scrap lead or ingots to the melting pot, stacking them against the sides as much as possible.
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Continue adding small pieces of lead or ingots until you have approximately 1" to 1
1
/
2
" of molten lead in the
melting pot. After you have 1" to 1
1
/
2
" of molten lead in the melting pot, more lead may be added in any amount.
Do not operate the Pro-Melt with less than 1" of alloy in it.
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The flow of alloy can be increased or decreased by raising or lowering the socket head cap screw. Usually
1
/
32
" to
1
/
16
" of handle travel will give an adequate flow.
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For bullet casting instructions, consult the instruction book you received with your bullet moulds.
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When melting metals to produce an alloy, always be certain that you are using the recommended metals and
recommended amounts.
Drawing 2
Drawing 1