GENERAL INFORMATION
The RCBS Sidewinder Case Tumbler represents the state-of-the-art in mechanical cartridge case
cleaning. The angled, tapered, hexagonal drum with internal ribs provides a superior tumbling action,
circulating the cases forward, around, and under the rotating mass. The angled design allows the use of our
highly efficient liquid cleaner without leaking.
The unit incorporates several unique design features to insure long life with a minimum of maintenance
including:
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Improved self-aligning rear bearings with large surface area for uniform loading and long life.
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Industrial grade timing belt drive system for positive drive and no slippage.
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Low tension drive system for maximum bearing life.
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Twelve-hour timer, adjustable from 1-12 hours with automatic shut-off. A “hold” position is provided for
continuous running.
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Elastomer feet – resilient to cushion and dampen sounds while providing minimum slippage.
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Polyurethane drum – one of the most wear and chemical resistant man-made polymers.
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Two covers – a solid one to retain dry media and liquid spills – a perforated one to strain out the media.
SET UP
After unpacking your case tumbler, take a minute to review these instructions and familiarize yourself with
the various parts of the tumbler.
Set the unit on a solid, level surface to operate.
Prior to running the unit, put a drop of any medium weight oil on each of the bearings; repeat oiling
approximately each 20 hours of operation.
This motor is a long-life, thermally protected unit especially designed for this application. A thermally
protected motor will stop if overloaded – it will restart when it cools. If the motor stops, turn off the power and
determine the cause of the overload and correct it before restarting. Remember, the 240 VAC unit utilizes the
plug as the power disconnect device. This motor is designed to run at elevated temperatures (up to 100°F. over
room temperature) and will be hot to the touch when running properly. The safe operating temperature for this
unit is between 20°F and 120°F.
CLEANING MEDIA
RCBS offers both liquid and dry media for cleaning brass cases because each has distinctive advantages.
Some of them are:
ADVANTAGES
• Ease of handling and storage.
• Less chance of damage due to spillage.
DRY MEDIA:
DISADVANTAGES
• Significantly slower cycle time.
• Will not clean badly stained cases in any
reasonable length of time.
• Requires shaker box to separate media
from cases.
• Each case and/or primer pocket must be
checked and cleared of media particles.
WARNING
To avoid injury, do not make any adjustments or repairs to the electrical system of the Sidewinder
Case Tumbler. Contact the RCBS Customer Service Department for any adjustments or repairs.
ADVANTAGES
• Speed – cleans in minutes, not hours.
• Aggressiveness – will clean the most
badly soiled cases in the minimum length
of time.
• Easy clean up – just drain, flush and dry.
LIQUID MEDIA:
DISADVANTAGES
• Must rinse cases immediately to prevent
staining.
• Need access to an oven to dry cases
quickly.
• Must wait for cases to dry before using.
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