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D.E. Systems BL 500 Owner's manual
Summary of BL 500
Page 1
Bl natural flush bl natural flush tm tm bird launcher bird launcher bl series owner’s manual bl 500 • bl 505 • bl 509 bl 700 • bl 705 • bl 709.
Page 2: Important Note
2 important note please read this owners manual entirely before operating this unit. Should you have any questions about our launchers or their operation please contact our customer service department..
Page 3: Table of Contents
3 table of contents x table of contents ....................................... 3 x introduction ................................................ 4 x package contents ...................................... 5 x features ..................................................... 5 x parts & functions ........
Page 4: Introduction
4 thank you for choosing the d.T. Systems bl series natural flush™ bird launcher training product. Your bird dog can reach his or her best with our natural flush™ bird launcher, hailed by professional trainers everywhere as the best launcher ever developed. Our bl series bird launchers are available...
Page 5: Package Contents
5 package contents bl 500/bl 700: x bird launcher x instruction manual bl 505/bl 705*: x all contents of bl 500/bl 700 x remote receiver attachment for launcher bl 509/bl 709*: x all contents of bl 505/bl 705 x remote handheld transmitter * batteries not included. Features all bl series bird launche...
Page 6: Parts & Functions
6 parts & functions launcher (bl 700 shown in ‘open’ position) netting safety pin release arm release wheel scent holes springs locking lever easy-load ™ trap door door latch.
Page 7: Parts & Functions
7 parts & functions large scent holes provides natural flow of bird scent into the air. Heavy duty springs creates strong, consistent launches that send birds several feet in the air (depending on size and weight). Quiet release during launch. Durable netting holds bird(s) comfortably in launcher. Q...
Page 8: Parts & Functions
8 parts & functions (bl 505 shown in ‘closed’ position) antenna motor arm power button connecting wire beeper/locator horn battery cover led indicator light remote receiver (bl 505, bl 509, bl 705, bl 709).
Page 9: Parts & Functions
9 parts & functions beeper/locator horn emits loud beeps to help locate launcher in the field. Remote-activated and audible from up to 450 yards. Receiver-to-launcher connecting wire connects motor arm on remote receiver to release arm on launcher. Motor arm swivels to pull release arm for launch. P...
Page 10: Transmitter
10 transmitter (bl 509 and bl 709 only) parts & functions launcher selector knob bird button beeper button antenna led indicator light “t” switch* model number battery cover (back side) (bl 509 shown) *most transmitters have a “t” switch that is permanently in the ‘up’ position..
Page 11: Parts & Functions
11 parts & functions launcher selector knob the launcher selector knob chooses which launcher is being controlled. The bl transmitter can control up to 16 launchers. Transmitter antenna be sure to check that the antenna is securely fastened to the transmitter before each use. Hand-tightened only. Be...
Page 12: Turning Remote Receiver Off
12 turning remote receiver on/off turning remote receiver off 1. Push and hold the power button on the remote receiver. The red led light will light solidly for about 2 seconds followed by one short flash while holding button. 2. Release the power button after the one short flash. The unit is now of...
Page 13: Programming
13 these directions are for initial programming of a new launcher, programming after battery replacement, and programming additional launchers to the transmitter. Programming receiver/transmitter programming 1. Verify that the bird launcher is off. 2. Choose a number (1-16) on the launcher selector ...
Page 14: Caution:
14 caution: the bl series launcher is designed to launch a bird several feet in the air and thus releases with great force. Keep body parts and face clear of the unit at all times. Make sure all persons are a minimum of 15 feet away from the path of the unit when it is released. Do not launch indoor...
Page 15: Testing Launcher
15 testing launcher testing the launcher 1. Set launcher (see p.14). Make sure safety pin is out before launch. 2. Keep area immediately around launcher clear of people and objects. 3. On manual-release launchers, give a short quick pull on the pull cord. On remote launch- ers, be sure the correct l...
Page 16: Operating The Bird Launcher
16 operating the bird launcher loading the launcher x set launcher (see p.14) and insert safety pin. X open easy-load™ door and place bird(s) into the net. You can load more than one bird at a time depending on the size of the birds. X close easy-load™ door and secure with latch. If you do not secur...
Page 17: Operating The Bird Launcher
17 operating the bird launcher resetting remote launcher for re-release x set (see p.14) and load launcher (see p.16) and keep safety pin inserted. X quickly push the power button on the remote receiver to reset for re-release. Remote re- ceiver will not release after a launch unless reset. X remove...
Page 18: Installing Remote Receiver
18 installing remote receiver 1. Leave the launcher in the open position to prevent it from popping open during the instal- lation, and position the launcher so that the easy-load™ trap door is to your left. 2. Hook the connecting wire to the bottom hole of the release arm on the launcher so that th...
Page 19: Installing Remote Receiver
19 installing remote receiver figure 1 figure 2 figure 3 bl 700 shown.
Page 20: Maintenance
20 maintenance regular maintenance* x wipe and clean bird launcher and transmitter with a clean, soft cloth and warm, soapy water after each use. X dry off any moisture to prevent rusting as this may cause malfunction of the unit. X regularly clean and oil the springs to keep from rusting. During us...
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting if your launcher is not operating properly: x make sure the correct channel is selected on the launcher selector knob. X reset remote receiver after each launch. X replace batteries. Use only alkaline batteries from major brand name manufacturers. Ge- neric brands may not work with t...