Abu Garcia Orra Instruction Manual Download Page 4

The spool tension knob controls how fast the spool spins when casting.  It is located on the 
sideplate of the reel next to the handle.   With the rod-reel-line-lure properly assembled, place the 
tip of the thumb on the line to hold the spool.  Depress the thumb bar with the pad of your thumb 
to disengage the gears.  Allow the lure to drop to the ground.  If the lure does not fall when the 
thumb bar is depressed, turn the spool tension knob counterclockwise (left) to reduce tension on 
the spool.  If the lure falls to the ground and the spool continues to rotate, spool tension is too 
loose.  Rotate the knob clockwise (right) to increase tension.  Additional casting brakes, if 
applicable, are designed for fine tune adjustment.   

It is normal to experience backlashes when learning how to cast a low profile reel.  In the event 
that you are just learning how to cast, tighten the spool tension knob an extra ¼ to ½ a turn and 
slowly back it off as you learn to cast. 

G.  

REMOVING THE SIDEPLATE

 

 

Orra™ reels are equipped with a removable palm sideplate that allows access to the spool.  To 
open the sideplate, slide the spring-loaded sideplate bar away from the palm sideplate with your 
thumb.  While holding the sideplate bar in the “open” position, twist the sideplate in an upward 
motion until it reaches the stop position.  The sideplate can now be removed. 

H.  

REEL FUNCTION

 

How to Adjust the Braking System:  Orra™ reels feature the adjustable MagTrax™ magnetic 
brake system that delivers excellent casting control.  For maximum casting distance and minimal 
tendency of line over run, it is necessary to adjust the braking system to match the weight of the 
lure and angler preference.

 

- MagTrax™ Brake -  

 

The 

MagTrax™

 magnetic brake delivers consistent braking pressure throughout the entire cast 

resulting in smooth, controlled casts.  A turn of the dial towards the “MAX” setting moves the 

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