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Operation
Strike Position
Free Spool
Full Drag
Basic operation of your Valiant reel is no different from operating any other fishing reel except for setting the lever
drag . The most popular drag setting is to set your drag so when the Main Drag Lever is in the strike position it is
at approximately 25 to 30% of your line strength . To obtain this setting, start by adjusting the Main Drag Lever so it
is in the Free Spool position . NOTE: The Preset knob cannot be adjusted unless the Main Lever is in the free spool
position . Then adjust the Preset knob by moving it clockwise or counter clockwise . Move your Main Drag Lever to the
strike position . If the drag is too light or heavy, repeate the process until you’ve reached your desired drag pressure .
For a more Accurate drag setting, have your reel mounted to the rod with line going through the guides where you can
pull line using a spring or digital scale to see the exact reading .
ATD
VALIANT
