User manual HOYT RECURVE-2004

[. . . ] From well crafted limbs to precise risers, we are sure you will be happy with your new purchase. In addition, Hoyt USA backs you up with the most comprehensive warranty program in the industry. The following information provides helpful instruction on the various parts and components of your new bow as well as a helpful guide to getting your bow set-up and ready to shoot. 543 N. Neil Armstrong Road Salt Lake City, UT 84116 (801) 363-2990 phone (801) 537-1470 Fax www. hoytusa. com BOW OWNER'S PERSONAL RECORD Hoyt Bow Model________________________________ Limb Type_____________________________________ Length ______________ Weight _____________ # Purchased From_________________________________ Purchase Date__________________________________ WARNING: This bow is a deadly weapon. [. . . ] There must be at least six threads of engagement the bow. between the riser and weight tiller bolt. Top Tiller Tiller Tiller is the difference in draw weight between the upper and lower limbs. This is easily measured by noting the difference in distance between the top limb butt to the string, and the lower limb butt to the string. To set tiller, measure the distance from the base of the limb pockets to the bow string on both the top and bottom bow limbs. The main function of tiller is to allow the archer to more easily and comfortably aim during the draw. When initially putting your bow together, we recommend you begin with 01/8" positive tiller. (Bottom measurement 01/8" less than top measurement. ) STRING Brace Height Bottom Tiller 6 Tiller can then be adjusted to fit each individual. If you find your sight moving up as you are drawing, increase the bottom limb poundage slightly, or decrease the top limb poundage. If the sight is moving down as you draw, make the opposite adjustments. To adjust the tiller without affecting bow weight, adjust both the top and the bottom weight/tiller adjustment bolts in equal but opposite directions. NOTE: A tiller adjustment will move the nocking point position. Adjusting Brace Height ("Fistmele") Brace height, or "fistmele" is the perpendicular distance from the bowstring to the pivot point of the handle. The following chart gives you the recommended brace height range for your Hoyt recurve bow. Brace Height Range Chart (Standard Limbs) Riser Length Long Limbs Medium Limb Short Limbs 8 - 8 3/4" 20. 5 - 22 cm Short Riser (23") 8 1/2 - 9 1/4" 8 1/4 - 9" 21. 5 - 23. 5 cm 21 - 22. 8 cm Long Riser (25") 8 3/4 - 9 1/2" 8 1/2 - 9 1/4" 8 1/4 - 9" 22 - 24 cm 21. 5 - 23. 5 cm 21 - 22. 8 cm Note: Subtract up to 1/2" for FX limbs. Adding twists will increase the brace height while removing twist will decrease the brace height. Generally, Hoyt does not recommend more than 50 or less than 10 twists in a string. Optimum brace height is one that gives a smooth bow action, good arrow flight, tight grouping and often yields the quietest shot. 7 Choosing the Correct String Length Depending on the length of your riser/limb combination, you can use the following string lengths. String length is approximately three inches shorter than the bow length. The following string lengths are actual lengths, when ordering strings from Hoyt USA use the bow length as a reference. String Length Recommendations Riser Length Long Limbs Medium Limbs Short Limbs Short Riser (23") 68" bow 66" bow 64" bow 65" 63" 61" 165cm 160 cm 155 cm Long Riser (25") 70" bow 67" 170 cm 68" bow 65" 165 cm 66" bow 63" 160 cm Adjusting Your Pocket Alignment (Select models) An adjustable pocket system allows you to adjust the limb pockets to achieve optimum limb/riser alignment. This allows archers to more easily determine centershot, but has little effect on accuracy or shootability. The limb pockets are set at the factory and generally do not need adjustment. If the pocket needs some adjusting, first string the bow (riser and limbs only). Check the limb alignment of both the top and bottom limbs by viewing down the bowstring from end to end on the face of the bow. While looking down the string line, check the location of the tip you are holding to the face of the limb in your hand. The limb tip should be reasonably close to the center of the limb. 8 Condition A Need to adjust limb tip to the right. Condition B Need to adjust limb tip to the left. Adjusting the Pocket The Matrix and AeroTec limb pocket design is the most advanced pocket alignment adjustment system available today. [. . . ] Should not include accessories unless otherwise instructed when the Return Authorization Number is obtained. 12 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1. Shooting without an arrow, which absorbs most of the bow's stored energy, could cause severe damage to the bow and possible injury. Excessive heat, such as could be experienced on a sunny day inside of a closed vehicle, could cause limb failure. Prolonged storage in a hot, dry attic or damp basement could also be damaging and will void your warranty. [. . . ]