IntroductIon
Features of your Battenkill Mid Arbor reel include:
• Corrosion-proof machined anodized aluminum frame
• Center line drag with glass composite drag surface
• Easily interchangeable spool
• Left- to right-hand change, no tools required
• Corrosion-resistant stainless steel gearing
drag operatIon
Battenkill Mid Arbor reels feature a dependable
center line drag system.
To adjust the drag, turn the knob (figure 1) clock-
wise to increase resistance, and counter-clockwise to
decrease it. The minimum drag setting should never
be less than the pressure required to prevent over-
running of the line on fast runs. Additional drag may
be applied by palming the spool rim with your fingers
or palm.
The easy drag adjustment is infinitely variable, providing
wide-ranging and controllable settings.
SpooL reMoVaL
The spool release is located in the middle of the reel
spool (figure 2). To remove, depress the spool release
latch while simultaneously lifting the spool out of the
reel body.
retrIeVaL conVerSIon
All Battenkill Mid Arbor reels have the drag
factory installed for left-hand wind (figure 3).
To change your reel to right-hand wind,unclip
the one-way clutch retainer (part #18) by
squeezing the retaining tags. Remove one-way
clutch bearing (part #17) and flip over so the plastic
side is facing up. Replace clutch retainer.
routIne MaIntenance
Your new Battenkill Mid Arbor reel has been properly lubricated
prior to shipping. However, it should be cleaned and lubricated
after extensive use or after contact with dirt or sand. Your reel should
receive routine cleaning and maintenance at least twice each year.
Lightly lubricate all moving components—handle, center spindle,
and gear shaft with Penn Reel Lube, available in tackle shops. Do not
put the reel away wet, or into a wet reel case or tackle box. For extend-
ed storage, remove both line and backing and loosen the drag.
guarantee
Your reel is unconditionally guaranteed against defects in materials and
workmanship.
If you have any problems, simply send your reel and a $10 check to
the following address:
By USPS Mail:
Orvis; Overhaul Services; 178 Conservation Way;
Sunderland, VT 05250.
By FedEx or UPS:
Orvis; Overhaul Services; 4182 Main St.;
Manchester, VT 05254.
If the reel is in any way defective in materials or workmanship, your
$10 repair check will be returned to you at once.
Your reel will be completely serviced (cleaned, lubricated, and
returned to you postpaid) for a fee of $10, plus cost of parts.
Damaged reels can be repaired on an individual basis and repair work
will be billed at the hourly shop rate, plus parts. We will provide a writ-
ten estimate upon receipt of the reel prior to any work being done.
QueStIonS?
If you have any questions about the operation and maintenance of
your new reel, Orvis Technical Advisors are always available.
Email: [email protected]. Phone: 1-800-778-4778.
THE ORVIS COMPANY | MANCHESTER VERMONT 05254 | www.orvis.com
Orvis Technical Questions: [email protected] or 800-778-4778
Battenkill Mid arbor reel
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