Replacing the Relay on a Lincoln Infinity Series Trap

When working on or around trap machines, always wear eye protection and proceed with extreme caution. Trap machines have pinch points and components that move rapidly. Safety information included in your owner’s manual must be read and understood before performing work on any trap machine.

The relay on a Lincoln Infinity Series Trap controls power to the cocking motor and is critical to the operation of the trap. Relays can degrade over time with normal use, they can also be damaged by a surge or lack of power. This text provides instructions on how to replace the relay on your Lincoln Infinity Series Trap.

Step 1:

Release the machine and disconnect one of the battery leads to ensure the machine is safe before beginning work.

Step 2:

Locate the control box. On Sporting and Skeet machines, the control box can be found hanging from the magazine plate at the rear of the trap. On Wobble or Oscillating traps, the control box is found secured to the base at the front of the trap. Remove the four screws that secure the control box lid and remove the cover. Note that a gasket should be seated into a channel in the control box lid. If this gasket is damaged or missing, replace the gasket.

Step 3:

Locate the relay in the control box. The relay is a black, rectangular component plugged into the circuit board. Remove the relay by pulling straight away from the board, moving the relay from side to side while pulling will loosen the relay if it is tight.

Step 4:

Plug the new relay into the socket in the circuit board, it can only be inserted in one orientation.

Step 5:

Put the lid back on the control box, ensuring the seal is properly seated into the channel in the lid. Secure the lid with the four screws, do not overtighten.