Bear-archery Compound Bow 2004 User Manual

COMPOUND BOW OWNER’S MANUAL14600 SW 41 Blvd. • Gainesville, FL 32608352-376-2327 • fax 352-376-6115www.escaladesports.com

BOW ADJUSTMENTSDraw Weight AdjustmentEscalade Sports bows have a 10-15 pound peak weight adjustment range. The weight range is printed on the sticker

BOW ADJUSTMENTSXact Timing (Two cam bows only)Timing refers to the synchronization (or lack of syn-chronization) that occurs when wheels and cams “bre

BOW ADJUSTMENTSXact timing (continued) 6) Using the supplied box wrench, turn the timing feature until the Reference Line on the eccentric

BOW ADJUSTMENTSDraw Length Adjustment - Modular StyleMost Escalade Sports bows, including the single cam models, have modular cams or wheels. On these

BOW ADJUSTMENTSDraw Length Adjustment - Modular Style (continued) 3) Repeat steps 1 and 2 on other end for dual eccentric bows. Be sure to

ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTHPerimeter Weighted OneCam II15Perimeter Weighted OneCams have a modular draw length adjustment. Draw length changes are made by s

Such mounting post draw length adjustments will slightly affect draw length and weight. Pulling more bowstring up into the cam will reduce draw length

17ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTHSuperCamSuperCams are equipped with modular draw length adjustment. Draw length changes are made by simply changing modules; a

18ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTHExtreme/StrikeCamsExtreme Cams are equipped with a modular draw length adjustment system. Draw length changes are made by simpl

19HatchetCams are equipped with modular draw length adjust-ment. Draw length changes are made by simply changing modules; a bow press may be needed in

ContentsArchery Safety 4 & 5Bow Diagrams 6

20Micro Perimeter Weighted OneCams have a modular draw length adjustment. Draw length changes are made by sim-ply changing modules; a bow press may be

21Original OneCams are equipped with a bowstring post draw length adjustment sys-tem. Typically, bows come from the factory with the bowstring attache

22ActionCams are equipped with a modular draw length adjustment system. Draw length changes of plus or minus 1 inch are made by simply changing module

23Machine Lite Wheels are equipped with a bi-draw length adjustment system. Draw length changes are made by reposition-ing the bowstring, as it comes

ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTHRotating Module CamNote the string side of the cam has 2 axle holes num-bered 1 and 2 (Fig. 1). You must relax the limbs of the b

ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTHRotating Module Cam (continued)The spools on the string side of the cam allow you to fine tune the draw lengths and compensate fo

26ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTHZen CamThe draw length of you Zen Cam is adjustable in 1 inch draw lengths by replacing the cam modules on each side of the bow

ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTHVortec CamThe Vortec Cams are equipped with a multi draw fea-ture. Draw length changes are made by repositioning the string spool

28Before you can safely and effectively shoot your bow, a number of specific initial bow setup steps must be taken. These steps can be performed on yo

29Place an arrow on the bow-string. Inspect for adequate fletch clearance. If additional fletch clearance is required, adjust the cable guard as neede

Congratulations! Your new Escalade Sports compound bow is the finest available. It has been engineered for accuracy and long life, and built with qual

30Now that we have accom-plished all Initial Bow Setup procedures, we can proceed to Basic Bow Tuning. Making final tuning adjustments to the bow will

31With proper care and a mini-mum amount of routine mainte-nance, your bow will be kept in top condition.Carefully inspect your bow on a regular basis

BOW SET-UPCableguard Installed and AdjustmentPost-mount below grip cableguardLoosen locking screw(s) in side of base and slip over post below the grip

BOW SET-UPArrow SelectionArrow selection depends on the peak draw weight, let-off and draw length settings of your bow. Refer to arrow manufacturers a

BOW SET-UPWarning:Shooting arrows below these minimum weight requirements will void the warranty. Using arrows below five grains per pound of peak wei

STRING REPLACEMENTReplacing the String — Fast-flight systems 1) Relax bow in a double pull bow press. 2) Remove string.

STRING REPLACEMENTReplacing the string — Single cam systems (continued) 4) Wrap the string over the top and around the out-ermost groove on

STRING REPLACEMENTReplacing the string — Teardrop systems (continued)Bow press method - The strings on Escalade Sports bows equipped with teardrop sty

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and possible injury to the shooter. For this reason, Escalade Sports rec-ommends the arrow weight be in accordance with the recommendations of AMO for

SAFETY FIRSTBefore using this equipment, read and follow these manu-facturer’s instructions carefully. If you have any questions, contact the manufact

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SAFETY FIRSTTargets and hunting safety• Be sure of your target. Bowhunters often wear camouflage and are difficult to identify.• Never aim at an

BOW DIAGRAMS Understanding your bow and its component parts will add to your archery enjoyment. Although bows differ in perfor-mance and features,

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MAINTENANCECleaningUse a soft cotton cloth to remove dirt and moisture. Spray-on furniture polish works well. Protect the finish on target bows with p

MAINTENANCELubricationYour Escalade Sports compound bow requires very little lubrication. Wipe the cableguard periodically to keep the cable slide run