PSE Archery Bow 2009 User Manual

Compound Bow

USER’S GUIDE

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Always inspect your bow thoroughly before each shooting session to insure that it is in good working order. Check for worn or missing components and have them replaced at an authorized PSE dealer as required, i.e. bushings, spacers, etc.

• Inspect your arrows to insure that they are straight, undamaged and that each nock is in good condition. A cracked nock can break when fired from the bow and cause the bow to "dry fire" resulting in possible injury to the archer and damage to the bow.

• When purchasing arrows for your bow, consult the selection chart from the arrow manufacturer and select the correct arrow for your application. Always use an arrow that is at least 5 grains per pound of peak bow weight. Failure to do so could cause personal injury and damage to your bow.

BOW MAINTENANCE

Your PSE bow will give you many years of service if maintained and cared for properly. IMPORTANT: Before servicing any PSE bow in a bow press, back out each limb bolt 4

complete turns from bottomed position.

• Keep synthetic cables and strings waxed. Apply bow string wax to your synthetic cables and string before each shooting session.

• Strings and cables must be replaced periodically. A worn cable or string can suddenly break causing serious injury to the archer and damage to the bow. It is recommended that the string and cables be replaced at least every 5,000 shots or 12 months.

• Always store your bow in a cool dry place. High temperatures, such as those that can occur in a truck or interior of a vehicle, can cause serious damage to your bow.

• After use in high humidity or damp conditions, wipe metal components of bow with a light oil.

SAFETY

As with any weapon, safe operation of your PSE bow must always be the highest priority.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN HANDLING A BOW.

Do not attempt to use your bow without proper instruction. Doing so can result in serious injury.

a. Never "dry-fire" any bow. Dry-firing is drawing and releasing the bowstring without

an arrow on the string. Dry-firing will likely cause damage to the bow and serious injury to the archer.

b. Always be sure of your intended target as well as what lies behind the target area. An arrow

can travel a considerable distance, so it is important to have a safe and sound backstop.

c. If you draw a bow and need to let it down, do so in a slow and careful manner. Keep

your support arm straight and prepare for a rapid and violent let-down. Avoid hitting your hand on protruding accessories such as the cable guard or quiver. Keep your head and face back and out of danger during let-down. Never draw a bow with a peak weight above your comfort level. Always use a bow sling when drawing a bow.

d. Never modify any part of the bow or its components by drilling extra holes or removing

material. This voids the warranty and presents safety problems.

Thank you from the entire PSE family for purchasing a PSE bow! Your PSE bow was manufactured from the finest materials available and handcrafted with pride in the USA. With proper care you will enjoy the use of this product for years to come.

Please read this entire booklet before shooting or adjusting your bow. Remember, many adjustments to a compound bow require the use of a bow press. Whenever shooting a bow, be certain of your target as well as what else lies downrange.

LIMB

LIMB BOLT

SIGHT

ARROW REST

GRIP

ARROWS

STABILIZER

IDLER WHEEL

CABLE

QUIVER

PEEP SIGHT

PEEP TUBING

STRING LOOP

CABLE GUARD

CABLE GUARD SLIDE

BOW SLING

BACKSTOP

RISER

CAM

LIMB POCKET

STRING

BOW TERMINOLOGY

Compound Bow

USER’S GUIDE

SETTING-UP YOUR BOW

NOCKING POINT PLACEMENT:

Finger shooters: Install the nocking point so that the arrow passes at the center of the arrowrest mounting hole and runs slightly point-down relative to the tuning mark on the window of the bow.

Release Aid shooters: Install the nocking point so that the arrow passes at the center of the arrowrest mounting hole and runs parallel to the tuning mark on the window of the bow.

ARROWREST ADJUSTMENT:

When shooting with a release aid the in/out position of the arrowrest should be adjusted so that the arrow runs parallel with the tuning mark on the shelf when viewed from above. When shooting with fingers the arrow should point slightly away from the tuning mark on the shelf.

SIGHT ADJUSTMENT:

When adjusting the sight pin locations, always remember to "follow the group". That is, if the shot group is to the left of the target, move the sight pins to the left. If the shot group is low, move the sight pins down.

CABLE GUARD ADJUSTMENT & INSTALLATION:

Install the cable guard as shown in Figure A. Adjust the cable guard so the cables just clear the arrow vanes. On bows using an offset cable guard rod, adjustments must be done with the rod in the up position (approximately 1 o’clock) as shown in Figure B (11 o’clock for left handed bows). Excessive arrow clearance may cause the cable to track incorrectly on the wheels and cause personal injury and/or damage to the bow.

Figure A

Figure B

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Alignment Mark

Arrowrest mounting hole

1. Remove the setscrews from the base using a 1/16” hex wrench.

2. Install the Backstop™into the threaded hole below the grip on the string- facing side of the bow.

3. Extend the Backstop

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until it makes contact with the string. Mark the string ¼” above and ¼” below where it makes contact with the string. Remove the Backstop™and add serving to that area of the string. Reinstall the Backstop™.

4. To avoid any possibility of the cables striking the setscrews, the setscrews must be facing away from the cables. If they are not, remove the Backstop™base, add the washer provided and reinstall the Backstop™base as shown.

5. Securely tighten the base to the bow handle.

6. Extend rod from base until rubber stopper contacts the string. Rotate rod until the indentation in the rod closest to the alignment hole (see picture) can be identified. Rod should be rotated 180° and the rod/stopper lightly pushed into the string until the next available indentation is visible (Detent holes are offset – see picture below). Install the setscrews to secure rod in this position. Tighten setscrews.

BACKSTOP™ INSTRUCTIONS

Serve string in this area.

Set screws

Alignment hole

Add washer if setscrews are near cables.

Note: Many PSE bow models come from the factory with the Backstop™installed. These instructions refer to reinstallation or adjustment if needed after making adjustments to your PSE bow.

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