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CLEANING

After each use, back off  the drag completely and 
rinse the reel thoroughly with fresh, warm water 
giving special attention to the backing and the 
perforations in the Spool. (Do not let the reel 
soak). The reel should be shaken to remove excess 
water and left in an open area (indoors) to dry 
overnight. The following day, put the reel through 

all of its drag settings and then return to free spool 
for storage. Periodically, especially after extensive 
exposure to saltwater, the line and backing should 
be removed and wiped down with a wet cloth to 
remove salt. When the reel, line and backing are 
completely dry, the reel should be stored in its 
protective pouch.

MAINTENANCE

All reels are lubricated at the factory prior to 
assembly and relubrication is generally not neces-
sary. Should you wish to disassemble your reel for 
cleaning and/or relubrication, insert a penny into 
the Drag Adjustment Stop Nut; unscrew and 
remove the Nut. Unscrew the Drag Adjustment 
Knob and remove. Turn the Spool backwards 
(against the drag) until it moves freely. Remove 
the Spool. (Do not unscrew the Signature End 
Cap). Clean as necessary and reassemble. If you 
wish to lubricate the Cork Drag Disc, use only a 
small amount of Tibor Graphite Lube. 

Please note:

 Monofi lament line is not recom-

mended for use on Tibor reels. Should you have 
any questions about line for your reel, please 
contact your authorized Tibor dealer.

CONVERSION FROM RIGHT TO 

LEFT HAND RETRIEVE

Tibor Signature reels are shipped from the 
factory with right hand retrieve unless specifi ed. 
An authorized dealer can easily convert any Tibor 
reel from right to left hand retrieve for you. You 
may also convert the reel yourself by reversing the 
Clutch Dogs. Please refer to the numbered parts 
list on the reverse side:  

1.

  Insert a penny into the Drag Adjustment Stop  

  Nut (Part #1), unscrew and remove the Nut. 
  Unscrew the Drag Knob (Part #2) and remove.

2.

 Separate the Spool from the Frame.

3.

  Locate the three Clutch Pins (Part #13) at the  

  base of the Main Shaft (Part #15). Depress and  
  rotate the Clutch Pins 180˚ from the factory 
  setting or left hand retrieve.

4.

  Mate Spool and Frame. Replace Drag Knob and  

  tighten all the way down. Replace Stop Nut and  
  tighten with a penny.

Tibor Signature Series

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