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Summary of Contents for RECURVE

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Page 2: ...h 13 Draw Weight 13 Bow Assembly 14 Installing Limbs 14 Shooting String Installation 15 Un stringing your bow 17 Pro Series Limb Adjustment Dowel 18 Hoyt Hardlock Alignment System 19 Pivot Block Adjustment 22 Adjusting Weight 23 Adjusting Tiller 24 Adjusting Center Shot 25 Brace Height Range Chart 25 VertaTune Plate 26 Fine Tuning 26 Limb Maintenance 27 Warranty 27 ...

Page 3: ... Model Limb Serial Number Limb Model Purchased From Purchase Date Length Weight IMPORTANT A copy of your sales receipt is required for war ranty purposes The sales receipt as well as the serial number is your proof of date of purchase Proof of date of purchase will be required if your bow ever needs warranty service ...

Page 4: ...from sight window side of bow Upper Limb Bow String Tiller Measurement Point Weight Tiller Adjustment Bolt Weight Tiller Locking Screw Alignment Adjustment Brace Height Grip Center Serving Top Stabilizer Mounting Weight Tiller Adjustment Bolt Lower Stabilizer Mounting Center Stabilizer Mounting VertaTune Clicker Plate Plunger Hole s Clicker Mounting Tiller Measurement Point Alignment Adjustment We...

Page 5: ... form of recreation for people of all ages and abilities It is important to note that archery equip ment when not used properly can create a dangerous situa tion including death and serious personal injury for the archer or those around them It is up to you to be a responsible archer protecting both you and others when enjoying this great sport Whether you are an experienced archer or have never s...

Page 6: ...hoyt com safetyandwarnings The warnings contained within this owner s manual were cur rent at time of printing For the most up to date list of warn ings please visit www hoyt com safetyandwarnings WARNING Always read the warning labels and manu facturer s instructions of all products being used in conjunc tion with a Hoyt bow including but not limited to all archery accessories and components dire...

Page 7: ...act information for certified archery coaches in your area Other archery associa tions in your area or country may also have suitable programs WARNING An adult should always supervise minors when they are handling or shooting a bow WARNING Never use alcohol or drugs while handling or shooting your bow WARNING Always wear safety glasses when handling or shooting your bow WARNING Always use a bowstr...

Page 8: ...ur bow to break and cause death or serious injury to you or others If your bow is dry fired there could be both seen and unseen damage and it should be returned to Hoyt or taken to a Genuine Hoyt Retailer for inspection before any further use WARNING Never loosen your limb weight adjustment bolts Tiller Bolts more than 6 turns from the bottomed out position as it could cause the bow to violently d...

Page 9: ...your bow without all string accessories kisser button nock points string silenc ers properly installed and secured to the string Hoyt rec ommends that only a Genuine Hoyt Retailer install all string accessories see page 10 for definition of Hoyt Bow Safe Operating Parameters WARNING Never expose your string to sharp objects such as knives or broadheads or direct heat sources such as open flame or ...

Page 10: ...bows have an adjustable limb system that allows the bow s peak draw weight to be adjusted within the specific bow s available range Your bow s peak draw weight can be adjust ed within the bow s range by turning the bow s top and bottom limb weight adjustment bolts equally see photo A WARNING Never loosen your limb weight adjustment bolts Tiller Bolts more than 6 turns from the bottomed out positio...

Page 11: ...ength Setting For all Hoyt Recurve bows the required safe operating length position of the arrow in relationship to the ar row rest when setup within the safe operating parameters is when the tip or end of the arrow measures a minimum of 1 measured from the center of the rest mounting hole to the tip or end of the arrow see photo B Draw lengths vary from person to person therefore the same arrow m...

Page 12: ...t Other String Accessories Other string accessories such a string silenc ers kisser buttons or any other devices attached to the bow string of your bow must be installed in such a way that they cannot move or come off of the bow string during shooting Hoyt recommends that only a Genuine Hoyt Retailer install and set up any string ac cessories on your Hoyt bow photo D ...

Page 13: ...imbs Medium Limbs Long Limbs 21 60 62 64 66 23 62 64 66 68 25 64 66 68 70 27 66 68 70 72 DRAW WEIGHT To determine the weight on your Hoyt bow refer to the limb specifications located on each limb The weight marked on the limb is measured at a 28 standard A T A Archery Trade Association draw length A T A draw length is measured at 26 1 4 to the throat of the bow grip plus 1 3 4 This produces an ind...

Page 14: ...will feel or hear a light click when this occurs and the limb will stay in place under its own weight when fully seated It is normal at this stage for there to be vertical movement possible with the limb WARNING Always use a bowstringer when stringing or unstringing a recurve bow Weight Tiller Adjust Bolt Pocket Limb Butt Weight Tiller Adjust Bolt Weight Tiller Locking Screw Detent Button ...

Page 15: ...nt and construction of string for the bow Carefully inspect the string for damage or any knots or tangles that may have resulted from storage or handling 2 Correctly made recurve strings have a larger and smaller loop diagram B The larger loop is intended for the top limb Pull the larger end loop over the top limb tip diagram C Slide the loop down the limb so it is approximately six inches from th...

Page 16: ...ards your feet As shown in the photo step on the cord with both feet while pulling up on the bow with one hand so the cord is tight ened flexing the limbs While maintaining tension on the bow slide the top end loop of the bowstring up the limb and secure it in the top limb string groove diagram H Once the string is in place carefully relax the bow stringer cord by slowly letting the bow down The s...

Page 17: ...ging towards your feet 4 Simply step on the cord with both feet Simultaneously pull up on the bow with one hand so the cord is tightened Flexing the limbs as if it was being drawn slide the top end loop of the bowstring down the limb Once the shooting string is relaxed let the bow down and the shooting string and limbs will relax and the bow will be in the unstrung position Do not pull the limbs f...

Page 18: ...ent stud simply place the allen wrench through the hole in the back of the riser and unscrew clock wise until the adjustment stud is completely removed from the dowel Remove the shims as needed and place on the op posite adjustment stud Replace both adjustment studs back into the dowel and secure them with the allen wrench Note do not over tighten Over tightening the adjustment screws can cause th...

Page 19: ...orrect set tings in the most severe conditions Out of the package Hoyt bows are factory pre aligned and lateral adjustment is optional when used with Hoyt limbs In general the vast majority of set ups do not require lateral alignment adjustments Adjustments Right Adjustment Stud Left Adjustment Stud Shims NOTE The Pro Series Alignment Dowel System also in corporates the lateral adjustment features...

Page 20: ... right sides 4 If the bow string lines up with the center line your dowels are properly aligned If you notice conditions A or B proceed with the following directions 5 Unstring the bow utilizing an appropriate bow stringer and remove the limbs See page 15 6 Loosen the radial locking screw 7 Unscrew the alignment locking screw and remove the alignment cap and washers Pull the align ment dowel and w...

Page 21: ...ovetail and cut out are aligned firmly tighten the radial locking screw and alignment locking screw 12 Reinstall the limbs and restring the bow utilizing an appro priate bow stringer and verify your alignment adjustment Note The factory alignment setting for all Hoyt Recurve bows is two 010 washers on each side of the dowel Alignment Cap Alignment Washers Alignment Dowel Sight Window Side Alignmen...

Page 22: ...on Remove the left right locking screws see photo below before making any adjustments Do not lose the lock ing screws Adjustments may be made with the bow in a strung position however Hoyt recommends unstringing the bow to reduce wear on the paint finish of the limbs Do not attempt to adjust or remove the center pivot bolt on the alignment block With the locking screws removed access the adjustmen...

Page 23: ... recommend 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 ADJUSTING WEIGHT WARNING Never loosen your limb weight adjustment bolts Tiller Bolts more than 6 turns from the bottomed out position as it could cause the bow to violently disassemble Hoyt Recurve bows are adjustable over a range...

Page 24: ...sition as it could cause the bow to violently disassemble Tiller is a measurement which indicates the weight relationship of the top and bottom limb This static measurement effects bow reaction and aiming It is easily measured by noting the difference between the top limb butt to the string and the bot tom limb butt and the string The difference if any is the tiller The degree of desirable tiller ...

Page 25: ...he arrow slightly outside of the center of the bowstring To do that begin by nocking an arrow and placing it on the arrow rest Do not draw the bow but position yourself behind the string side of the bow looking down the arrow Align the string down the center of the limbs and riser and check to see the position of the arrow tip relative to this line Adjust the plunger or arrow rest until the inside...

Page 26: ...o not over tighten the VertaTune Bolt See photo E This is useful for switching from an indoor to an outdoor arrow or vice versa and also provides an easy way to switch in a backup arrow rest using an identical VertaTune plate available from your Genuine Hoyt Retailer The VertaTune plates come in 3 configurations high medium low which allows you to change the arrow rest height for a total of 1 4 1 ...

Page 27: ...may apply a light coat of quality car wax to the painted surfaces to keep them looking fresh but this is not required Wood core limbs are potentially susceptible to moisture penetration if the pro tective finish is damaged by a deep scratch for example The use of clear nail polish or clear automotive touch up paint will help re seal the wood and prevent moisture problems After use in wet condition...

Page 28: ...tions or design 2 Damage to strings damping materials finish including paint anodize powder coat and film dipped finishes resulting from normal wear and tear 3 If bow shows sign of misuse alteration or mishandling this warranty will be void 4 Use of arrows weighing less than 5 grains per pound of draw weight will void the warranty 5 Damage to other accessories OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain ...

Page 29: ...not repairable but qualifies for warranty coverage Hoyt will replace the bow with a bow of similar feature and product class in Hoyt s sole determina tion THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED THAT EXTEND BEYOND THOSE WRITTEN HERE NO AGENT EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF HOYT OR ITS DEALERS HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO BIND HOYT TO ANY AGREEMENT NOT HEREIN STATED LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IN NO ...

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