2022 Mathews Owner's Manual by Mathews Inc

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OWNERS MANUAL

FIELD TESTED . GUARANTEED FOR LIFE .

We stand behind every bow we make with the best warranty and service in the industry. Protect your investment by registering your new bow through your Authorized Mathews Retailer or on our website. We look forward to seeing where it takes you.

FIELD TESTED . GUARANTEED FOR LIFE .

MATHEWS ARCHERY ®

PERSONAL RECORDS

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

MATHEWS WARRANTY IS ACTIVATED UPON REGISTRATION OF YOUR BOW.

Mathews® bows are manufactured in the United States with high quality materials by expert craftsmen and are fully guaranteed against any defect in materials or work-

manship for the life of the bow to the original registered owner when purchased from

Fill out the following personal bow record for future reference:

an Authorized Mathews® Retailer. If any failure occurs due to a defect in the materials or manufacturing of the bow it will be repaired or replaced free of charge. The Mathews® Limited Lifetime Warranty does not include repairs needed due to improper use, accidents, dry fires, or normal wear on finish or consumable parts. Improper use can include using unauthorized servicing equipment, e.g., a non-OEM S.A.S. TM. Consumable parts include the string, cables, rubber string suppressors, Monkey

Original Owner Name: Bow Model: Serial Number: (located above the grip on most models)

Tails®, String Grubs, and dampers. The Mathews® Limited Lifetime Warranty does not include cosmetic appearance caused by normal use and wear. This would include chips, dings, scratches, or wear of the finish cause by normal use. Every Mathews® bow must be registered within three months of purchase to be eligible for the

Retailer Purchased At: Sales Associate:

Purchase Date:

Mathews® Limited Lifetime Warranty. Any alterations to the bow, including cosmetic refinishing, voids any and all warranties, written or implied.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Draw Length:

Draw Weight:

Important Notes:

Mathews Archery, Inc. shall not be liable for any special or consequential damages that result from the performance and use of the products, even if Mathews Archery, Inc. has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Applicable law may not allow the limitations of exclusion of liability or incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Please note: Mathews® reserves the right to make substitutions on warranty coverage for any reason, including but not limited to available parts or custom colors and camo patterns. Authorized Mathews® Retailers may charge for warranty work performed.

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MATHEWS ARCHERY ®

PERSONAL RECORDS

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

MATHEWS WARRANTY IS ACTIVATED UPON REGISTRATION OF YOUR BOW.

Mathews® bows are manufactured in the United States with high quality materials by expert craftsmen and are fully guaranteed against any defect in materials or work-

manship for the life of the bow to the original registered owner when purchased from

Fill out the following personal bow record for future reference:

Original Owner Name: Bow Model: Serial Number: (located above the grip on most models)

Retailer Purchased At: Sales Associate:

Purchase Date:

Mathews® Limited Lifetime Warranty. Any alterations to the bow, including cosmetic refinishing, voids any and all warranties, written or implied.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Draw Length:

Draw Weight:

Important Notes:

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Safety First. Bulls-Eyes Second. Before using this equipment, please abide by all of the following safety guidelines and warnings. Consult your Authorized Mathews® Retailer with questions. To ensure your personal safety and the safety of those around you, it is necessary that you READ, UNDERSTAND and FOLLOW all warnings and safety precautions prior to using or working on your bow or any archery equipment used with the bow.

WARNING: This bow is intended strictly for recreational use only. The warnings that follow are specifically directed to the use of the bow.

WARNING: Mathews Archery Incorporated shall not be liable for injuries suffered or caused by misuse, unsafe or improper arrow and bow combinations or for injuries sustained when using an altered or modified bow or by un-conventional use.

WARNING: Never work on, or attempt to shoot your Mathews bow while on medication that may impair your judgment, physical abilities, or reflexes. Never work on, or attempt to shoot your Mathews bow while under the influence or while consuming drugs or alcohol. Doing so can result in damage to the bow, inflict serious injury or even death to yourself or others.

EQUIPMENT WARNINGS NOTICE: While the warnings contained herein relate specifically to the bow and arrow, the majority of bows produced are used in bow hunting situations where other types of equipment and accessories are used. If you are a bow hunter or archer, it is highly recommended that you become knowledgeable of the recommendations and warnings that are associated with all equipment that you use for bow hunting and archery.

Maintenance and Repair of Your Mathews Bow

Maintenance and Repair of Your Mathews Bow (cont.) WARNING: NEVER EXPOSE YOUR BOW TO EXTREME HEAT OR PROLONGED MOISTURE. Excessive heat such as that experienced on a sunny day inside a closed vehicle could cause component failure. Prolonged storage in a hot, dry attic or damp basement could also be damaging. Keep your bow clean and dry and store the bow properly when it’s not in use. Damage caused by extreme exposure to heat or the elements will not be covered under warranty and could inflict serious injury to yourself and those around you.

Prior to Shooting Your Bow WARNING: CAREFULLY INSPECT YOUR BOW BEFORE EACH USE. Always be sure that you take the following actions before each use of your bow: • Carefully inspect the condition of the bowstring and cable(s). • Carefully inspect the condition of the string servings, nocking point or string loop. • Carefully inspect that the limbs, cams and riser are in proper condition and orientation. • Always keep your bow string and cable(s) waxed. • Damaged strings and cable(s) will adversely affect the performance of your bow and could result in further damage to other bow components and may inflict serious injury to yourself and those around you. • Inspect condition of rubber accessories including Monkey Tails and Damping components. Before use, always inspect the following for damage: bow string and cable(s); any item on the bow string and/or cable(s) such as peep sights, Monkey Tails® or other dampers, String Grubs or other weights, D-loops, etc.; arrows; nocks; fletching; arrow rest; bow sight; and all other accessories. Any damaged bow parts or accessories should be reported to your Authorized Mathews Retailer for inspection or replacement.

WARNING: Use extreme caution when handling sharp objects or arrows equipped with broadheads around the bow’s string and cable(s). If a string or cable is cut or frayed it should be replaced immediately. A cut string or cable(s) can result in instantaneous separation and may inflict serious injury to yourself and those around you.

WARNING: Your Mathews bow is a precision instrument that requires specific

WARNING: Always follow the inspection recommendations provided by the

tools and expertise. Accordingly, Mathews recommends that all maintenance Retailer. Failure to comply with this warning may cause damage to your bow

manufacturer of your arrows. Inspect your arrows and nocks regularly or preferably before each use. Immediately discard any dented, split, splintered or otherwise damaged arrows. Replace cracked, damaged or broken nocks.

and may inflict serious injury or even death and may void your warranty.

WARNING: Shooting a damaged arrow may cause a dry-fire and inflict serious injury

and repair of your Mathews bow be performed by an Authorized Mathews

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WARNING: This bow is intended strictly for recreational use only. The warnings that follow are specifically directed to the use of the bow.

Maintenance and Repair of Your Mathews Bow

WARNING: Your Mathews bow is a precision instrument that requires specific

WARNING: Always follow the inspection recommendations provided by the

tools and expertise. Accordingly, Mathews recommends that all maintenance Retailer. Failure to comply with this warning may cause damage to your bow

and may inflict serious injury or even death and may void your warranty.

WARNING: Shooting a damaged arrow may cause a dry-fire and inflict serious injury

and repair of your Mathews bow be performed by an Authorized Mathews

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PRIOR TO SHOOTING YOUR Bow (cont.) WARNING:

ALWAYS SHOOT THE RECOMMENDED MINIMUM ARROW WEIGHT.

Do not shoot an arrow weighing less than five grains for every pound of draw weight. For example, if your bow is set at 70 lbs. do not shoot an arrow weighing less than 350 grains. Shooting an arrow below five grains per pound of the bows draw weight can cause damage to your bow and may inflict serious injury to yourself and those around you. Damage caused by shooting an arrow that is too light will not be covered under warranty. Shooting an underweight arrow has an effect similar to that of a dry-fire and may inflict serious injury to yourself and those around you. If you are unsure about the arrow compliance to your bow, contact your Authorized Mathews® Retailer or the arrow manufacturer.

Service and Maintenance For the most reliable service and expertise, please consult your local Authorized Mathews Retailer for technical services including the following: • Adjusting draw length and draw weight • Installing string accessories, such as peep sight, nocks, loops, etc. • Replacing and servicing Zebra® Trophy™ Bowstring and Cable(s)

• Tuning and sighting in your bow • Correct arrow selection • Mounting new accessories • Coordinating warranty repairs

Draw Weight Adjustment Mathews bows have approximately a ten pound range of weight reduction from the bow’s peak weight (example: if the

CLOCKWISE ROTATION INCREASES DRAW WEIGHT

bow has a peak weight of 70 pounds, it can be adjusted as low as

WARNING: NEVER DRY-FIRE YOUR BOW. Dry-firing is when the bow string is drawn and released without an arrow nocked to the string. If you dry-fire your bow it may severely reduce the life expectancy of the bow and may cause immediate damage to the bow and may inflict serious injury to yourself and those around you. Visit mathewsinc.com/dryfire to learn more about the types of dry-fires, what to do in the event of a dry-fire and how to avoid dry-fires.

60 pounds). Draw weight adjustments are made using either a 3/16”or 7/32” Allen Wrench. Turn the limb bolt clockwise to increase the draw weight and counter-clockwise to decrease the weight. Both limb bolts must be adjusted equally or the bow may become out of tune/synchronization. The limb bolt should be snug. Do not over-tighten. Each rotation equals approximately 2 to 4 pounds of draw weight. Consult your Authorized Mathews Retailer for the maximum number of rotations your

Shooting Your Bow SAFELY

bow can be decreased.

LIMB BOLT ASSEMBLY

ALLEN WRENCH

COUNTERCLOCKWISE ROTATION DECREASES DRAW WEIGHT

Mathews Bow Maintenance ®

WARNING: ALWAYS BE SAFE! NEVER shoot an arrow straight up. NEVER draw or attempt to shoot your bow until you are sure that no part of the bow can come into contact with another object during the shooting process. DO NOT draw the bow beyond its specified draw length. NEVER point or aim a drawn bow at another person or at any object you do not intend to shoot. NEVER allow anyone to draw your bow without careful instruction.

WARNING: ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET.

STORING YOUR BOW

Avoid storing your bow for extended periods of time in areas subject to extreme heat, such as the trunk of a vehicle or in a garage. Damage to your limbs, strings, and other parts of the bow caused by extreme heat, may not be covered under the manufacturer’s lifetime warranty. If your bow is exposed to moisture, be sure it is completely dry before storing it. Do not use solvents, sprays or cleaners such as acetone or mineral spirits, on or around your bow, as they may adversely affect the finish. Rather, use a damp cloth to clean.

Make sure that there are no people, livestock, buildings, roads or other objects behind or near your target. Be sure that your backstop is large enough to catch a stray arrow and that it is thick enough that the arrow cannot completely penetrate through it. When shooting with others, never retrieve arrows or allow others to retrieve arrows until all arrows have been shot and the shooting lane is clear.

BUSHINGS ARE SELF-LUBRICATING

WARNING:

immediately. The Mathews Zebra Trophy Bowstring and Cable on your Mathews should be waxed

We recommend wearing proper safety equipment when shooting bows and arrows. This includes eye protection, arm guards, finger guards and release aids.

with Mathews Zebra Trophy Bowstring & Cable(s) you will continue to enjoy the maximum

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Your Mathews bow requires no lubrication. All bushings are self-lubricating or have sealed ball bearings. PERIODICALLY CHECK STRINGS AND CABLES

Always inspect your bow for frayed strings and cables. Replace damaged strings and cables with Zebra High Performance String Wax or a silicone based wax. By replacing your bowstrings performance & efficiencies of your bow as it was designed.

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