Precision Shooting Equipment, Inc.
Compound Bow
User’s Guide
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 and use
you will enjoy this product for
years to come.
We at PSE wish you much success
in the archery field you have
chosen to pursue.
Please read this entire booklet
before shooting or adjusting your
bow.
Remember, most adjustments to a
compound bow should be made in
a bow press.
Whenever shooting a bow, be
certain of your target as well as
what else lies downrange.
Fill out the reverse side
of this page completely,
remove it, and mail to:
PSE Warranty Registration
P.O. Box 5487
Tucson, AZ 85703
REGISTRATION
PN 94418
Rev. 05/06
LIMB
LIMB
BOLT
SIGHT
ARROW
REST
GRIP
STABILIZER
IDLER WHEEL
CABLE
STRING
PEEP
SIGHT
STRING
LOOP
CABLE
GUARD
CABLE
GUARD
SLIDE
BOW
SLING
RISER
CAM
TYPICAL ONE-CAM BOW
BOW TERMINOLOGY
LIMB
POCKET
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SERIAL # OF BOW
BOW MODEL
NAME
ADDRESS
ADDRESS APT
CITY STATE
COUNTRY POSTAL CODE
EMAIL ADDRESS
DATE PURCHASED / / PHONE ( )
IMPORTANT
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
THIS FORM MUST BE RECEIVED BY PSE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE TO ACTIVATE WARRANTY
MAIL TO: PSE WARRANTYREGISTRATION
P. O. BOX 5487
TUCSON, AZ 85703
YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED PSE DEALER IS YOUR BEST SOURCE
FOR INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE. VISIT THEM FOR THESE
AND OTHER TYPICAL SERVICES:
1. Adjusting draw length and draw weight
2. Adjusting / changing let-off
3. Replacing / servicing strings and cables
4. All aspects of bow tuning
5. Correct arrow selection
6. Mounting new accessories
7. Adjusting tiller
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Precision Shooting Equipment, Inc.
Compound Bow
User’s Guide
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 and use you will enjoy this
product for years to come.
We at PSE wish you much
success in the archery field you
have chosen to pursue.
Please read this entire booklet
before shooting or adjusting
your bow.
Remember, most adjustments to
a compound bow should be
made in 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
STABILIZER
IDLER WHEEL
CABLE
STRING
PEEP
SIGHT
STRING
LOOP
CABLE
GUARD
CABLE
GUARD
SLIDE
BOW
SLING
RISER
CAM
TYPICAL ONE-CAM BOW
BOW TERMINOLOGY
520-884-9065
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CONTACT PSE:
PN 94418
Rev. 05/06
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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 or missing components and have them replaced as required, i.e.
bushings, spacers, etc.
• Inspect your arrows to insure that they are straight 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 meets the weight
requirement marked on the specification label on the lower limb of your bow. 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-fire is to draw and release 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.
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SETTING-UP YOUR BOW
NOCKING POINT PLACEMENT:
Finger shooters: For the initial setting, install the
nocking point on the bowstring approximately 5/16"
plus the arrow width above a point where a
horizontal line from the rest intersects the string.
Release Aid shooters: Install the nocking point the
width of the arrow above a point where a horizontal
line from the rest intersects the string. When the
arrow is in position on the rest the arrownock should
fit snug against the bottom of the nocking point.
ARROWREST ADJUSTMENT:
The in/out position of the arrowrest should be
adjusted so that the arrow is in alignment with the
string when shooting with a release aid. The arrow
tip should be ~1/2 shaft diameter left of center on a
right-handed bow, (opposite for left-handed) when
shooting with fingers.
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 ADJUS
TMENT & 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.
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Figure A
Figure B
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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.
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 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 label on the lower limb of
the bow. 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 until it no longer moves. Never use
extreme torque when turning the bolt or damage to the limb
may occur. The limb bolt then may be turned counterclockwise
to obtain the desired weight, but NEVER more than 4 turns
or revolutions. Adjust each limb exactly the same. CAUTION:
On some bow models, the limb bolt locking screw MUST be
loosened BEFORE adjusting.
Wheels/Cams: Many PSE wheels and cams have adjustable
features. Each one comes from the factory set-up and ready to
use but there may be occasions where you need to adjust the
characteristics of your bow. In some cases you will need a PSE
Tune Chart to determine what to adjust, and you may need to
see a PSE Dealer for information. If you are not sure of the
adjustment you are making, stop and see your PSE Dealer for
assistance. In all cases, an appropriate bow press will be
needed to make adjustments to cams and wheels. If you do
not have an appropriate press, see your PSE Dealer.
Your Authorized PSE Dealer is supplied with technical information on PSE bows and cams.
Please see your Dealer for assistance when making these adjustments.
Hole
A
Holes
B
Hole
C
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CAM ADJUSTMENTS
CENTERFIRE™, RIMFIRE™ & NRG™ ONE CAMS:
Draw Length: To change the draw length in 1" increments the
module must be changed. See your PSE Dealer for information
on how to obtain a replacement module. For minor changes in
draw length, the bow must be placed in a suitable bow press
and with tension relieved from the string/cable.
For Centerfire™: Move the string from the "B" peg to the "C"
peg to shorten draw by approximately ¼" or to the "A" peg to
lengthen draw by approximately ¼". The string can also be
moved from the "2" peg to the "3" peg to shorten draw by ¼" or
to the "1" peg to lengthen draw by approximately ¼".
For NRG™: Each side of the cam has two posts. Moving the
string from the post with the dot to the post without a dot on
the string side of the cam increases the draw length by
approximately 3/8". Moving the string from the post with the
dot to the post without a dot on the take-up side of the cam
decreases the draw length by approximately 1/8".
For Rimfire™: There are two posts on the string side of the
cam. The bow is shipped from the factory with the string on the
far peg. Moving the string to the peg nearest the string groove
increases draw by approximately 1/2".
Draw Stop: The position of the draw stop must match the size
of the module. If the bow is equipped with a size 7 module, the
draw stop must be attached to the cam using the holes marked
with the number 7. The size 4 Centerfire™ and Rimfire™
modules are the only exceptions to this rule as the module and
stop are one piece.
Let-off: Let-off adjustment is part of the draw stop. To adjust
from 80% to 65%, remove both screws which hold the stop to
the cam, flip the stop over so that the cable will contact the side
marked 65% at full draw and reinstall the screws. There is no
let-off adjustment for the size 4 Centerfire™ module. The
Rimfire™ cam has no provision for let-off adjustment.
NRG™ HYBRID CAM:
Draw Length: To change the draw length in 1" increments the
modules must be changed on both the top and bottom cams.
See your PSE dealer for information on how to obtain
replacement modules. For minor changes, the bow must be
placed in a suitable bow press and with the tension relieved
from the string/cable, move the string to the "+" peg on the top
cam to increase the draw length by approximately 3/8" or to
the "-" peg to decrease the draw length by approximately 3/8".
Draw Stop: The draw stop is located on the bottom cam and is
attached with two screws. It must be placed in the position that
corresponds with the modules. For example, if the bow is
equipped with size 7 modules, the draw stop must be secured
firmly with the screws in the number "7" holes.
Let-off: The let-off adjustment is part of the draw stop. To
adjust from the factory setting of 80% to 65%, remove both
screws which hold the stop to the cam and flip it over so that
the cable will contact the side marked "65" at full draw and
reinstall the screws. Note: Changing the let-off from 80% to
65% shortens the draw length by approximately 3/8".
NRG™ Hybrid Cam
TOP
NRG™ Hybrid Cam
BOTTOM
Rimfire™
NRG™
Centerfire™
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CAM ADJUSTMENTS (CONTINUED)
SYNERGY 4™ AND SYNERGY 8™:
Draw Length: The draw length is adjusted by placing the bow
in an appropriate bow press and relieving the tension from the
string and cables. Shortening the effective length of the string
shortens the draw length and lengthening it lengthens the
draw. The bow is shipped from the factory with the string in the
middle slot. Moving the string one slot on one of the wheels
changes the draw length approximately ¼”. Moving the string
one slot on both wheels makes a change of approximately ½”.
The cables can be moved to change the draw length.
Adjustments to the cables must be made the same on both
wheels. Shorten the cable length to lengthen the draw and
lengthen the cable length to shorten the draw. Remember,
shortening the draw length decreases the draw weight and
lengthening the draw increases the draw weight. Draw length
changes can also be made on the Synergy 4 wheels by moving
the string from one string post to the other.
STAGE 3™:
Draw Length: The draw length is adjusted by placing the bow
in an appropriate bow press and relieving the tension from the
string and cables. Move the string to the slot that will shorten
the effective length of the string to shorten the draw length by
½" per wheel. Move the string to the slot that will lengthen the
effective length of the string to lengthen the draw of the bow by
½" per wheel.
NOVA ONE-CCAM:
Draw Length: The draw length may be adjusted by placing the
bow in an appropriate bow press relieving the tension from the
string and cable. Moving the string from the center peg to the
peg furthest from the string groove shortens the draw length by
approximately ½". Moving it to the peg closest to the string
groove increases the draw length by approximately ½".
Synergy 4™
Synergy 8™
Stage 3™
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Pocket
Alignment
Setscrew.
DO NOT
ADJUST!
Limb Bolt
Setscrew
Barrel
Location
Setscrew
Groove
Limb Bolt Barrel
Limb Bolt Setscrew
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
HYPERLITE™ POCKET FEATURES
The new Hyperlite™ Pocket System is unlike that
on any other bow. Some special considerations
must be followed so that the system continues to
function properly.
IMPORTANT: Do not adjust the pocket
alignment setscrews.
If your bow is equipped with this feature,
there is one setscrew used to locate the
horizontal position of each pocket (Figure 1).
They are factory set to the proper depth and
secured in place with Loctite® Threadlocker.
Any changes from the factory position may
create noise and/or damage the bow.
IMPORTANT: Do not “bottom” the limbs
against the riser on a bow equipped with the
Hyperlite™ Pocket System!
Traditional limb pockets use a “bottomed”
position to determine peak weight. This
position is where the limb, pocket and riser
contact one another simultaneously. Due to
the compact design of the Hyperlite™ Pocket
System, the “bottomed” limb position does
not exist. The “bottomed” position for
Hyperlite™ pockets is where the bottom
surface of the limb is approximately .20”
(3/16” or 5 mm) away from the riser (Figure
2). The limb bolt may be adjusted to slightly
increase the draw weight, but the gap
between the limb and riser must never be less
than .15” (4 mm). Always loosen the limb bolt
setscrews when adjusting limb bolts. Retighten
after adjustments are made.
IMPORTANT: Loosen the barrel location
setscrew before making weight or tiller
adjustments to a bow equipped with the
Hyperlite™ Pocket System!
Bows equipped with the Hyperlite™ Pocket
System use a barrel-locating setscrew (Figure
3). This setscrew has a conical point that
engages a groove in the limb bolt barrel
(Figure 4). Before the bow is placed in a bow
press for service or bow weight adjustments
are made, loosen these screws up to 1/2 turn
from the locked position so that the barrel is
free to swivel but the point of the setscrew
remains in the groove. Re-tighten these
setscrews before shooting the bow.
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
ALL PSE MANUFACTURED BOWS / ACCESSORIES / KING PRODUCTS
Each PSE Bow, Accessory and King product is backed by a PSE Limited Lifetime Warranty to the
original owner for the life of the product. Product will be replaced or repaired to restore it to its
original performance. Cables, strings, or wearable items are not covered by this warranty.
Evidence of abuse, mishandling, misuse, or alteration to any PSE product voids any claim to
warranty. PSE specifications on strings and harness must be adhered to.
PSE cannot be held responsible for injury or product failure resulting from improper use or neglect of
maintenance.
All bows must undergo string and cable changes every 5,000 shots or every 12 months to maintain
PSE warranty coverage. Total arrow weight must be in accordance with the recommendations made
by the Archery Trade Association (ATA) for minimum arrow weight/bow peak weight. Overstressing
PSE compound bows by using arrows lighter than ATA recommendation will void warranty and may
cause damage to the bow or injury to the shooter.
PSE makes no other claims either expressed or implied. In the interest of product improvement and
consumer safety, PSE reserves the right to make changes in product design, color, and specifications
without notice.
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