PSE Archery Bow 2014 User Manual
Compound Bow
USER’S GUIDE
compound bow user’s guide
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Thank You!
Thank you from the entire PSE family for purchasing a PSE bow!
Your 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 down range.
NOTE: IMPORTANT WARRANTY REGISTRATION INFORMATION IS ON PAGE 43
pse compound bow owner’s information
Fill in the following information for your personal records.
Bow Model
Bow Serial Number:
See page 43 for the serial number location on your bow.
Purchased From:
Purchase Date:
Draw Length Draw Weight
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index
SUBJECT PAGE
Welcome to PSE and general product information
C
ompound bow terminology ............................................................................ 5
PSE cable configurations
PSE X-Tech bow press info ............................................................................. 7-9
Installation of accessories .................................................................................10
Other adjustments
Setting up your bow
Flexslide™ installation and adjustments .......................................................... 12
BackStop™ 2 installation and adjustments ..................................................... 12
Sting Stop™ installation and adjustments
Limb bands and cable guard dampers
C
hanging the FlexSlide rod .............................................................................15
PSE asymmetric idler ........................................................................................15
Cam adjustments .............................................................................................16
Draw stop information
Limb stop adjustments
PSE Pro Series bows- draw setting charts
PSE Mainline bows- draw setting charts
PSE Morph™cam information .........................................................................21
PSE Surge™with Morph™cam settings charts ...........................................22-23
PSE Fever™One with Morph cam settings charts ..................................... 24-25
PSE Vision™cam information
PSE Vision™ with Vision™ “performance” cam setting charts
PSE Vision™ with Vision™ “grow with you” cam setting charts ............... 30-31
PSE Fever™ with Vision™ “performance” cam setting charts .................. 32-33
PSE Fever™ with Vision™ “grow with you” cam setting charts ................ 34-35
PSE Mini Burner™ XT with Vision™ “performance” setting charts ........... 36-37
PSE Mini Burner™ XT with Vision™ “grow with you” setting charts
PSE limited lifetime warranty information
PSE warranty registration
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General operatinG instructions
• Always inspect your bow thoroughly before each shooting session to insure that it is in good
working order. Check for worn, loose 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. Dry-firing is drawing and
releasing the bowstring without an arrow on the string.
•
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 use if maintained and cared for properly.
It is a mechanical device that is subject to wear and therefore must be inspected periodically and
given the proper adjustments and service. It is recommended that this service be performed at least
once a year by an authorized PSE dealer. All components, including string, cables, axles, e-clips,
limbs and riser should be carefully inspected for damage or wear.
STRINGS AND CABLES
Apply a light coat of high quality bowstring wax to your string and cable each time you shoot your
bow. It is especially important NOT to wax the area of the string that wraps around the idler wheel.
This area of the string should be treated with a cam lubricant. This will help reduce wear on your
string and cables. Inspect the string and cables regularly and replace them when there is evidence of
wear, every 5000 shots or every 12 months.
I
MPORTANT: Before servicing any PSE bow in a bow press, back out each limb
bolt the maximum number of turns from bottom.
• 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.
PSE recommends that this work be performed by an authorized PSE dealer.
•
Always store your bow in a cool dry place. High temperatures, such as those that can occur in
the interior of a vehicle, can cause serious damage to your bow.
•
After use in high humidity or damp conditions, wipe metal components of your 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 YOUR 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. In the event of a dry-fire, have an authorized PSE dealer inspect the bow
for damage.
Always be sure of your intended target as well as what lies behind the target area. An arrow can travel
b.
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 wrist 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.
e. It is not recommended to time the bow using a draw board unless the draw board is operated by
a winch or other mechanical pulling device.
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TOP
LIMB
BOLT
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compound bow terminoloGy
(HYBRID DUAL CAM MODELS)
TOP
LIMB
BAND
TOP CAM
or IDLER WHEEL
(SINGLE CAM MODEL- SHOWN)
AXLE
TOP LIMB
POCKET
BOW QUIVER
HOOD AND FOAM
QUIVER BRACKET
AND QUICK-MOUNT*
TUNING
ALIGNMENT MARK
ARROW CLIP
ARROW SHELF
STABILIZER
BOTTOM
LIMB BOLT
BOTTOM
LIMB
POCKET
SIGHT
SIGHT
PINS
BOTTOM
LIMB
VANE
OR
FLETCHING
ARROW
GRIP
LIMB
PEEP
SIGHT
TUBE
CABLE GUARD
DAMPER
CABLE
SLIDE
CABLE
GUARD ROD
CABLE GUARD
ADJUSTMENT SCREW
ARROW
REST
BACKSTOP
OR STINGSTOP
BACKSTOP™*
ADJUSTMENT
SCREWS
RISER
DRAW STOP
MODULE
POSITION HOLES
AXLE
BOTTOM CAM
BOTTOM
LIMB BAND
NOCK
* = DEPENDS ON BOW MODEL
BOW
SLING
™
2* (SHOWN)
™
*
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cable confiGurations
idler wheel
one cam bow
BUSS CABLE
STRING
STRING
top cam
top cam
STRING
BUSS CABLE
CONTROL
CABLE
STRING
hybrid cam bow
BUSS
CABLE
STRING
two cam bow
bottom cam
bottom cam
BUSS
CABLE
BUSS
CABLE
CONTROL
CABLE
BUSS
CABLE
STRING
STRING
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BUSS
CABLE
BUSS
CABLE
STRING
bottom cam
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pse x technoloGy
PSE X Technology bows come with many unique features that will enhance your
archery experience.
USING A BOW PRESS WITH X TECHNOLOGY BOWS
ALL PSE X Technology bows MUST be serviced in an approved bow press and require special
consideration. Do not attempt to service these bows in any bow press without reviewing the
procedures described herein.
Use of a non-approved bow press or improper use of an approved bow press WILL result
in damage to the bow and possible personal injury. Damages incurred by improper use
or maintenance will not be covered under the warranty. See the PSE website at
www.pse-archery.com for a list of approved bow presses.
There are two basic types of approved presses available: compression-type
and pull-type. (Pg8)
COMPRESSION-TYPE BOW PRESS:
This type of press pushes in a horizontal direction against the tips of the limbs.
No other support for the bow is required.
When using a press of this type, back each limb bolt out the maximum number of turns
indicated on your bow’s hang tag. Position the bow in the press and crank press inward to
apply a compression force against the limb tips as shown below.
COMPRESS ONLY FAR ENOUGH TO LOOSEN THE STRING AND CABLES.
OVER COMPRESSING COULD BREAK THE LIMBS AND CAUSE PERSONAL
INJURY.
ANY DAMAGES INCURRED FROM OVER-COMPRESSING WILL NOT BE
COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
COMPRESSION-TYPE BOW PRESS
X Technology continued on next page
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pse x technoloGy USING A BOW PRESS
PULL-TYPE BOW PRESS
PULL-TYPE BOW PRESS:
This type of press pulls the riser of the bow in a vertical direction between
rollers that compress the limbs.
When using this type press it is very important to position the rollers and
pressure points correctly! See illustration above.
Back each limb bolt out the maximum number of turns indicated on your bow’s hang tag
and position the pressure points on the riser as close to the limbs as possible WITHOUT
making contact with the limbs as shown in the photo below.
THE PRESSURE POINTS MUST NOT CONTACT THE
LIMBS AT ANY TIME DURING SERVICING.
PULL-TYPE BOW PRESS
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pse x technoloGy USING A BOW PRESS (Continued)
Position the limb rollers outward on the limbs so that when the riser is pulled down
the bow does not slip through/between the rollers before releasing tension on the
string and cables. The rollers must be at least 4” from the limb pockets or the limbs
will break. While placing tension on the limbs, BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO PULL THE RISER
DOWN TOO FAR. DEFLECT THE LIMBS JUST ENOUGH TO REMOVE THE STRING AND
CABLES. Never allow the rollers to go past the end of the limb belly (thinnest part).
Service such as peep and string mounted vibration damper installation and string replacement
can be performed with a “Pocket Press” portable bow press available from your local PSE
dealer. These pocket presses are available for alternate axle-to-axle lengths and cam types.
SERVICING BOWS WITH PSE FT CAMS (PSE FULL THROTTLE™)
CAUTION • CAUTION • CAUTION!
When servicing bows with PSE FT cams, such as the
Full Throttle™, it is important to use a bow press
that has enough clearance for the cams.
On some bow presses the cams may make
contact with the area shown in Figure 1 when
compressing the limbs. Watch very carefully as the
bow is compressed. If either cam comes in contact
with the bow press, STOP IMMEDIATELY
or permanent damage to bow
components may occur.
Contact the bow press manufacturer for
further information.
Figure 1
Cam may
hit here
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installation of accessories
Arrowrest/Overdraw: The arrowrest or overdraw should be
installed according to the instructions received with the product.
It is usually mounted to the riser in the threaded hole on the
side opposite the shelf (Hole “A”) using the hardware provided
with the arrowrest or overdraw.
Sight: The sight should be installed according to the instructions
received with the product. It is usually mounted to the riser in
the threaded holes (Holes “B”) on the side opposite the shelf
using the hardware provided with the sight. Some bows are
equipped with multiple sight mounting holes which allow the
sight to be moved up or down.
Stabilizer: The stabilizer should be mounted according to the
manufacturer’s recommendation. It is usually mounted in the
threaded hole on the front of the riser (Hole “C”).
Bow Sling: The bow sling attaches to the riser of the bow
generally with the stabilizer. If a stabilizer is not used, attach the
sling to the riser with the correct sized bolt (5/16” - 24) using
the hole provided for the stabilizer (Hole “C”).
other adjustments
Draw Weight: Your bow is factory-set to within 2 lbs.
of the peak draw weight indicated on the bow hang tag and the
last 2 digits of the serial number. Changes in draw weight can
be made by turning the limb bolt in or out. Before making any
changes in weight, turn the limb bolt clockwise to the bottom
position. Never use extreme torque when turning the bolt or
damage to the limb may occur. The limb bolt may then be
turned counterclockwise to obtain the desired weight, but NEVER
more than the number of turns indicated on the hang tag.
Adjust each limb exactly the same. (See note and Fig. A below)
Limb
bolt
Holes
B
Hole
A
Hole
C
CAUTION: On some bow models,
the limb bolt locking screw, limb
Fig. A
Limb
Pocket tang
locking screw
Your Authorized PSE Dealer is supplied with technical information on PSE bows
and cams. Please see your Dealer for assistance when making these adjustments.
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support
screw
support screws or pocket tang
locking screw MUST be loosened
BEFORE adjusting.
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settinG-up your bow
Tuning
nockinG point placement:
Finger shooters: Install the nocking point so that the arrow
passes the center of the arrow rest 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 the center of the arrow rest mounting hole
and runs parallel to the alignment mark on the window of
the bow.
arrow rest adjustment:
When shooting with a release aid, the in/out position
of the arrow rest 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 outside the tuning alignment
mark on the shelf.
NOTE: Tuning alignment marks are for reference only.
Adjustments will likely be necessary to nocking point
and in/out position during tuning
Mark
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Arrow rest mounting hole
Tuning
Mark
Alignment
Mark
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
and 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 2 o’clock) as shown in
Figure B (10 o’clock for left handed bows).
Over-rotating an adjustable cable guard
creates excessive arrow clearance and 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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flexslide™installation and adjustment
The PSE FlexSlide™ cable guard system is based on the same advanced
design and analysis used to create PSE Limbs. The flex-tuned design
and adjustable offset are engineered to create more consistent lateral
loads through the draw cycle and improve bow accuracy.
1. The standard factory setting adjusts the
FlexSlide
arrow clearance.
2. To adjust the lateral position, turn the
adjustment screw counterclockwise to
reduce arrow clearance or clockwise to
increase arrow clearance.
3. After making adjustments to your
FlexSlide
and BackStop
the bow, the buss cable should never
contact the arrow shaft or any part of
the Backstop
4. If any contact exists, tighten the
adjustment screw to create adequate
clearance. One full turn on the adjustment
screw will move the slide approximately 1/8”.
™
to its bottom position for maximum
™
, check both arrow clearance
™
clearance. When drawing
™
.
FlexSlide
Pivot with
Alignment
Tabs
FlexSlide
Limb
Low Friction
FlexSlide Rod
FlexSlide
Washer with
Alignment Tabs
Lateral
Adjustment
Screw
NOTE: Lateral adjustments to the FlexSlide
™
may affect arrow tuning.
backstop™2 instructions
At rest At full-draw
Note: Many PSE bow models come from the factory with the Backstop™ 2 installed.
These instructions refer to reinstallation or adjustment if needed after making adjustments
to your PSE bow.
1. Remove the set screws from the base using a T8 Torx wrench.
2. Install the Backstop™ 2 into the threaded hole below the
grip on the string-facing side of the bow.
3. Extend the Backstop™ 2 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™ 2
and add serving to that area of the string. Reinstall the Backstop™ 2.
4. Securely tighten the base to the bow handle.
6. Extend rod from base. Install the set screws to secure rod in this position.
Tighten set screws. It is desired to have some clearance (approximately 1/16”) between
the bumper and the bowstring at brace.
7. Rotation instructions- Adjust the Backstop™ 2 to the desired position and tighten the
rotator screw. The Backstop™ 2 design allows for the bumper to be positioned so the
string strikes the center of the bumper. It is desired to have some clearance
(approximately 1/16”) between the bumper and the bowstring at brace.
Serve string
in this area.
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Alignment
holes
Set screws
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stinG stop™ instructions
Note: Some PSE bow models come from the factory with the PSE Sting Stop™
Backstop installed. These instructions refer to reinstallation or adjustment if
needed after making adjustments to your PSE bow.
1. Thread the Sting Stop™nut all the way up toward the bumper of
the Sting Stop™ rod.
2. Thread the Sting Stop™rod into the threaded hole below the grip on the
riser. The bowstring will need to be displaced slightly to one side to thread
the rod into the bow.
3. Unscrew the Sting Stop™until the rubber bumper approaches the bowstring.
Mark the string 1/4” above the rubber bumper in its highest position and
1/4” below the bumper in its lowest position. Remove the Sting Stop™ and
add serving to the marked area of the string. Reinstall the Sting Stop™.
4. Adjust the Sting Stop™to the desired position and tighten the Sting Stop™
nut against the riser. The Sting Stop™ design allows for the bumper to
be positioned so the string strikes the center of the bumper. It is desired
to have some clearance (approximately 1/16”) between the bumper and
the bowstring at brace. It is preferred to have the Sting Stop™rod in the
up position if possible, but may not be possible in order to achieve the
necessary clearance and contact point.
Serve string
in this area.
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installinG limb bands and cable Guard damper
If your bow is equipped with a Cable Guard Damper it should be even with
the cable slide when the bow is at rest. More than one Cable Guard Damper
can be used.
If your solid limb bow is equipped with limb bands, the proper placement of the
bands is approximately 1/8” beyond the limb fork.
If your split limb bow is equipped with limb bands, the proper placement of the
bands is at least 1/4” away from the cam (align the band with the end of
the limb graphic).
Cable Guard Damper
Limb Band on
Solid Limb
Limb Band Damper Cable Guard Damper
Limb Bands across
Split Limb
Limb Bands on
Split Limb (one per limb)
check out our line of briGht colored rubber
Your PSE dealer carries a full line of colored rubber
add-ons for your PSE bow. Choose from pink,
orange, yellow, blue, purple, black, red and
lime green.
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