Easy Melt 2 - Metal melting device RCBS - Free user manual and instructions

Technical Specifications	Melting capacity: 2 lb (0.9 kg), Maximum temperature: 7506F (3996C), Power supply: electric, Material type: lead alloys, stainless steel.
Usage	Designed for metal melting, ideal for cartridge reloading and bullet making.
Maintenance and Repair	Regularly clean the reservoir after use, check electrical connections, replace worn parts if necessary.
Safety	Use protective gloves, avoid direct contact with molten metal, work in a well-ventilated area.
General Information	Lightweight and portable product, ideal for amateur and professional users, limited manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions - Easy Melt 2 RCBS

How do I turn on the RCBS Easy Melt 2?

To turn on the RCBS Easy Melt 2, plug the device into a power source and turn the temperature control knob to the desired setting. The indicator light will turn on to signal that the device is operating.

What is the melting capacity of the RCBS Easy Melt 2?

The RCBS Easy Melt 2 has a melting capacity of about 1.5 kg of metal, making it ideal for small to medium casting quantities.

How do I clean the RCBS Easy Melt 2 after use?

Allow the device to cool completely before cleaning. Use a soft cloth and a non-abrasive cleaner to remove metal residues. Never immerse the device in water.

What should I do if the RCBS Easy Melt 2 does not heat properly?

Check that the device is properly plugged in and that the temperature knob is set to an appropriate value. If the problem persists, check the fuse or contact customer service.

Can I use the RCBS Easy Melt 2 to melt different types of metals?

Yes, the RCBS Easy Melt 2 can be used to melt lead alloys, tin, and other non-ferrous metals. Be sure to follow the temperature recommendations for each type of metal.

Does the RCBS Easy Melt 2 come with a warranty?

Yes, the RCBS Easy Melt 2 typically comes with a limited warranty. Refer to the user manual for details on the duration and conditions of the warranty.

What accessories are recommended for use with the RCBS Easy Melt 2?

It is recommended to use appropriate molds, protective gloves, and safety glasses when using the RCBS Easy Melt 2 to ensure a safe casting experience.

USER MANUAL Easy Melt 2 RCBS

EASY MELT™ Lead Pot with Digital Temperature Control

PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS

Part # 81098

LANGUAGES

English 3-9

Français 10-18

WARNING!

BEFORE USING THE RCBS® EASY MELT™, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO FULLY LEARN HOW TO SAFELY OPERATE THE RELATED EQUIPMENT.

FAILURE TO PROPERLY OPERATE THE RELATED EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

If you have any questions while assembling or operating this tool, Call us at 1-800-379-1732 (U.S. or Canada)

Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (hours may vary)

Or email us at [e-mail]

This instruction manual contains specific safety and operating information. It should be considered a permanent part of your equipment and remain with the equipment at all times for easy reference.

WARNING: Melting lead and casting lead objects will expose you and others in the area to lead, which is known to cause birth defects, other reproductive harm and cancer.

REDUCING EXPOSURE: Lead contamination in the air, in dust, and on your skin is invisible. Keep children and pregnant women away during use and until cleanup is complete. Risk can be reduced-but not eliminated-with strong ventilation; washing hands immediately after use of these products before eating or smoking; and careful cleaning of surfaces and floors with disposable wipes, after lead dust has had a chance to settle. Use a lead-specific cleaner with EDTA, or a high-phosphate detergent (like most detergents sold for electric dishwashers), and bag wipes for disposal.

USE STRONG VENTILATION

SAFETY

Reloading is an enjoyable and rewarding hobby that can be conducted safely. But carelessness or negligence can make reloading hazardous. This product has been designed from the beginning with the user's safety in mind.

When reloading, some safety rules must be followed. By observing these rules, the chance of a hazardous occurrence causing personal injury or property damage is minimized.

GENERAL

• Use all reloading equipment as the manufacturer recommends. Study the instructions carefully and become thoroughly familiar with the operation of the product. Don't take short cuts.
• Observe "good housekeeping" in the reloading area. Keep tools and components neat, clean and orderly. Promptly and completely clean up primer and powder spills.
• Reload only when you can give your undivided attention. Do not reload when fatigued or ill.

Develop a reloading routine to avoid mistakes. Avoid haste — load at a leisurely pace.

• Always wear adequate eye protection.

ELECTRICALWARNINGS

WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE USED WHEN OPERATING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES IN WET AREAS OR AROUND WATER. OPERATING UNIT ON A GFCI OUTLET WITH A RATED TRIP CURRENT OF 30mA IS RECOMMENDED TO PROVIDE PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. THE INSTALLATION OF A GFCI CIRCUIT SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

CAUTION: Leave the unit unplugged until you have read all the instructions and are ready to use.

• This product is equipped with a three wire, detachable power cord; plug only into a proper outlet.
• Do not work on wet floors.
• Do not plug into electrical outlet until the proper voltage is supplied.
• Locate all electric cords away from moisture, rain and moving parts.
• Periodically check all cords for worn/frayed spots and replace or repair to code if needed.
• Never submerge unit in water or any other liquid in an attempt to clean the unit.
• Never use unit if power cord becomes damaged.
• Never attempt to disassemble unit.
• Always use on a flat level surface.
• Always disconnect power cord before adjusting, cleaning, setup, etc.
  Always unplug unit when not in use.
• Allow for adequate room around unit to allow for cooling. Do not store items next to unit while in use. Keep cooling fans and vents clear of any obstructions (rags, bags, boxes, etc.).

DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! To prevent life-threatening electric shock, please observe the following:

• Do not use while bathing.
• Never immerse the device or power cord in water or other liquid.
• Never touch the power plug with wet hands, especially when inserting or removing the plug.
• If the unit has fallen in water during operation, do not touch the unit. Remove the power plug from the socket first.
• Do not spray water or liquid over the device.
• When removing the cord from the socket, grab the power plug, not the cord.
• Protect the power cord from damage.
• If there is damage to the power plug, cord, housing, or other parts of the device, do not use.
  Disassembly of this device should only be performed by qualified professionals at RCBS.

CASTING

Overexposure to lead can be harmful. Lead contributes to health impairment and diseases which occur after periods of lead exposure over long periods of time.

• Bullet casting should not be conducted in a confined space or in an enclosed room. Ensure that well-ventilated areas are used to avoid build-up and breathing of lead dust, fumes and fluxing fumes. Good ventilation includes continuous cross-ventilation by large amounts of fresh air.
• Particulate masks should be worn during bullet casting activities.
• When casting or otherwise working with molten lead, always wear effective eye protection, appropriate protective clothing, leather or thick cotton work gloves, and shoes that cover

your feet and ankles completely. Protective clothing could include coveralls or one-piece jumpsuits. However, the clothing should not be used for any other activities. It should be laundered separately from other clothing. These precautions will minimize the likelihood of any lead dust being scattered around in other living areas.

• Maintain good housekeeping practices to ensure that surfaces are as free as practical of the accumulation of lead dust. Vacuuming is the preferred method. Compressed air should not be used.
• Hands, face and hair should be washed after working around lead dust, fumes or fluxing fumes, and prior to eating, drinking, smoking or applying cosmetics. The likelihood of lead ingestion increases if you don't.
• At all times, keep small children well away from the casting area.
• Do not smoke, eat or handle food when handling lead.
• Always make certain bullet mould, lead dipper and bullet metal are totally free of moisture.
• All electrical melting pots should be grounded to reduce risk of electrical shock.
• Melting pots in use should never be left unattended.
• Be sure your melting pot and heat source are stable, and the table or bench is solid.
• An ingot mould or other suitable container should be placed under the nozzle to catch lead that may leak.
• Never allow moisture near molten lead. If moisture is introduced to the molten lead, the liquid will vaporize instantly generating a steam eruption causing lead to be sprayed erratically, potentially causing injury to user.
• Never run furnace without lead in the pot.
• Do not attempt to move furnace when it is hot.

RECORD KEEPING

• Keep complete records of reloads. Apply a descriptive label to each box showing the date produced, and the primer, powder and bullet used.

Since RCBS has no control over the choice of components, the manner in which they are assembled, the use of this product, or the guns in which the resulting ammunition may be used, no responsibility, either expressed or implied, is assumed for the use of ammunition reloaded with this product.

INTRODUCTION

The new RCBS® EASY MELT™ ladle pot is a necessity for those who love to cast lead bullets with a traditional ladle. The pot's 25-pound capacity is enough to cast hundreds of projectiles. The programmable temperature control has a digital readout to ensure accuracy. A hinged cover warms moulds while keeping out debris. The EASY MELT ladle pot is a traditional option for those who love to manufacture bullets.

UNPACKING

Unpack the EASY MELT carefully and look for the items listed below.

EASY MELT body and base
- AC power cord

Should any parts be missing, please notify your dealer immediately.

See "Parts Reference" on pg. 7

INSTALLATION

The EASY MELT is shipped pre-assembled and ready for use, no assembly is required.

TO USE:

1. Plug the AC power cord into the EASY MELT unit, then plug the other end of the AC power cord into the correct AC receptacle.
2. Add ingots, or small pieces of lead to the melting pot, stacking them against the sides as much as possible.
3. Using the Digital Thermostat, set the desired Melting Pot temperature. (See "Digital Thermostat Operation" on pg.7, and "Suggested Casting Temperatures" below for specific alloys).

Suggested Casting Temperatures
Alloy Casting Temp. ( ℉)
Pure Lead 700
1:20 Tin - Lead 700
1:10 Tin - Lead 700
Linotype 775
Wheel Weights* 775
*Composition & properties vary

1. Continue to add ingots, or small pieces of lead to achieve desired Melting Pot capacity. Melting Pot capacity is 25lbs. of material. Do not operate EASY MELT with less than 1^ of alloy in Melting Pot.
2. Using a casting ladle (sold separately), dip it into the Easy Melt pot to fill with molten material. Pour the material into the mould block using either the gravity or pressure pour method.

WARNING! Do not attempt to dip the mould block directly into the molten material in the pot. Any moisture or oils on the mould block will cause a violent reaction creating the potential for personal injury or death.

WARMING MOULD BLOCKS

1. After all material has been added to Melting Pot, rotate cover, to completely cover the melting pot, this will speed up the heating process and aids in keeping debris out of melting pot.
2. The cover can also be used for heating Mould Blocks. Simply place Mould Block on top of cover to warm while waiting for material in Melting Pot to reach desired casting temperature, (Photo 1)

Photo 1

USAGENOTES

• For bullet casting instructions, consult the instruction book you received with your bullet moulds.
• When melting metals to produce an alloy, always be certain that you are using the recommended metals and recommended amounts.

DIGITAL THERMOSTAT OPERATION

CAUTION: Do not use if exposed to environments outside the temperature range of 32 - 122^

Dual Display

• PV: Present Value (Measured Pot Temperature)
• SV: Set Value (Desired Pot Temperature)

LED Indicators

• Out: Heating element is on and heating Melting Pot
  AT : Thermostat is adjusting output to ensure the measured Melting Pot temperature (PV) matches that of the desired Melting Pot temperature (SV)
  AL : Illuminates to alert user when PV temperature is 30-50 °F higher than SV

OPERATION

To set desired temperature:

1. Depress SET button. SV Display will begin to flash.
2. Use the "A" (increase value) and "V" (decrease value) buttons to set your desired Melting Pot temperature.
3. When desired value is reached use the " < " button to move to next value and use "A" and/or "V" buttons to increase or decrease the value.
4. When the desired temperature is displayed (SV), depress the SET button to confirm desired temperature and begin heating.

To turn off the unit:

1. Depress SET button, display will begin to flash.
2. Use " ^ ,V",and < < " buttons to set SV temperature to 0^ , this will turn off Pot heating.
3. The fan will continue to run to cool unit.
4. When unit cools down and PV display reads 160 °F, unplug AC cord from unit to completely power down unit.

CAUTION:Burn hazard.

Do not touch the unit during or after operation until cooled.

Part #	Description Qty
1	Body 1
2	Back Board 1
3	Bottom Plate 1
4	Insulating Plate 2
5	Front Panel 1
6	Lid 1
7	Lid	Pivot 1
8		Melting Pot 1
9		Feet 4

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Congratulations on the purchase of your new RCBS EASY MELT. Your new EASY MELT is warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. This warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchaser. Should you believe that your EASY MELT is defective in material or workmanship, you must return it to RCBS, postage paid, for evaluation. If defective, the product will be repaired or replaced at RCBS's option, at no charge

Send a check in the amount of ten dollars ((10) U.S. payable to RCBS Operation for return shipping and handling, along with the unit to:

RCBS

605 Oro Dam Blvd East

Oroville, California 95965

Warranty services cannot be provided without meeting the above requirements.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DEFECTS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM: CARELESSNESS, MISUSE, IMPROPER INSTALLATION, MODIFICATION, OR IF YOUR EASY MELT HAS BEEN ALTERED OR REPAIRED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN FACTORY PERSONNEL.

WARRANTY SERVICES CANNOT BE PROVIDED WITHOUT MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.

Please retain this warranty certificate for future reference.

THE IMPLIED WARRANTYES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. RCBS OPERATION IS NOT LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL RCBS OPERATION 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 EASY MELT. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

CONTACT US:

RCBS

605 Oro Dam Blvd East

Oroville, California 95965

1-800-379-1732 (US or Canada)

Fax Number: 530-533-1647

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.rcbs.com

RCBS

EASY MELT™

605 Oro Dam Blvd East

Oroville, California 95965

605 Oro Dam Blvd East

Oroville, California 95965

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