COMPOUND BOW OWNER’S MANUAL 4600 SW 41 Blvd. • Gainesville, FL 32608 352-376-2327 • fax 352-376-6115 www.escaladesports.
Contents Archery Safety Bow Diagrams Maintenance Draw Weight Adjustment Xact Timing Adjustment Tiller Adjustment Draw Length Adjustment Modular Style Tri-Draw Style Perimeter Weighted OneCam SuperCam Extreme/Strike Cams HatchetCam Micro Perimeter Weighted Cam Original OneCam ActionCam Machlite Energy Wheel Rotating Module Cam Zen Cam Vortec Cam Initial Bow Setup Basic Tuning Care and Storage Bow Setup String Replacement Warranties 2 4&5 6&7 8&9 10 11 12 13 14 15 & 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 & 25 26 27 28
Congratulations! Your new Escalade Sports compound bow is the finest available. It has been engineered for accuracy and long life, and built with quality and pride. Regular waxing of string and buss cables reduces wear along with serving separations.
SAFETY FIRST Before using this equipment, read and follow these manufacturer’s instructions carefully. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer or a qualified dealer or authority. Never dry-fire you bow. Never pull back and release the bowstring without an arrow attached. Your bow is designed to transfer energy to a properly weighted arrow. Warning: Dry-firing a bow severely reduces the life expectancy of the bow and may cause immediate damage to the bow resulting in injury to yourself or others.
SAFETY FIRST Targets and hunting safety • Be sure of your target. Bowhunters often wear camouflage and are difficult to identify. • Never aim at anything you don’t intend to shoot. • Never shoot at a target or object unless you are sure that it can stop your arrows. Make sure the area behind and around your target is clear. • Before shooting, be sure the bow limbs will not strike any tree branches or other obstacles. • Never point or aim a drawn bow at another person.
BOW DIAGRAMS Understanding your bow and its component parts will add to your archery enjoyment. Although bows differ in performance and features, these photos represent the components available in various combinations on most models. Being familiar with this information will help you with the instructions throughout this manual. Also, you can refer to these photos when ordering parts or making technical inquiries.
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MAINTENANCE Cleaning Use a soft cotton cloth to remove dirt and moisture. Spray-on furniture polish works well. Protect the finish on target bows with paste wax. On hunting bows, avoid cleaners with distinctive odors. Do not use solvents such as acetone or mineral spirits as they will ruin the finish. Storage and Transportation Avoid exposing your bow to temperatures over 150 degrees. Excessive heat may damage your bow.
MAINTENANCE Lubrication Your Escalade Sports compound bow requires very little lubrication. Wipe the cableguard periodically to keep the cable slide running smoothly. Cam and wheel bearings do not require lubrication. If other lubrication is necessary, use white lithium grease or Teflon© lubricants. Avoid excessive lubrication of any item, as this can attract dirt. On hunting bows, avoid lubricants with obvious odors.
BOW ADJUSTMENTS Draw Weight Adjustment Escalade Sports bows have a 10-15 pound peak weight adjustment range. The weight range is printed on the sticker on the lower limb. If your bow is equipped with limb bolt lock downs, make sure these brass-tipped set screws are loosened 4-5 turns before making any weight adjustments. Using a 3/16” hex wrench, turn the limb bolts clockwise to increase peak weight and counter-clockwise to reduce peak weight.
BOW ADJUSTMENTS Xact Timing (Two cam bows only) Timing refers to the synchronization (or lack of synchronization) that occurs when wheels and cams “break over” as the string is drawn. “Times” bows break over in unison (synchronization). “Unlimited” bows do not. Every Escalade Sports bow is perfectly timed before it leave the factory.
BOW ADJUSTMENTS Xact timing (continued) 6) Using the supplied box wrench, turn the timing feature until the Reference Line on the eccentric is even with the Xact Timing Gauge Indicator. 7) Lock the timing feature in place by tightening caphead screw. Tiller Adjustment (Used on Two cam bows) Tiller is the difference in the distances from the string to the points where the riser meets the limbs. It can be measured using a bow square.
BOW ADJUSTMENTS Draw Length Adjustment - Modular Style Most Escalade Sports bows, including the single cam models, have modular cams or wheels. On these bows, you can adjust your draw length to fit your shooting style simply be changing the elements. This draw length adjustment will have a negligible effect on your peak weight. Some elements can be changed without using a bow press. The factory-installed elements will give you the draw length marked on the bow. Elements are graduated in one-inch increments.
BOW ADJUSTMENTS Draw Length Adjustment - Modular Style (continued) 3) Repeat steps 1 and 2 on other end for dual eccentric bows. Be sure to use matching elements. Draw Length Adjustment - Tri-draw style Some Escalade Sports bows have tri-draw style wheels. These can be adjusted to one inch longer or one inch shorter than the factory set draw length. Note: This draw length adjustment will affect the peak weight of the bow. 1) Back limb bolts off at least 2 turns.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Perimeter Weighted OneCam II Perimeter Weighted OneCams have a modular draw length adjustment. Draw length changes are made by simply changing modules. Accessory modules are available from your dealers in one-inch draw length increments. Each module is numbered, with #1 being the longest draw length module and #8 being the shortest. To change modules remove the socket head screws from the present module, remove that module and replace with a new module.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Perimeter Weighted OneCam II (continued) Such mounting post draw length adjustments will slightly affect draw length and weight. Pulling more bowstring up into the cam will reduce draw length and weight. Letting it out will increase draw length and weight. Wing Module Draw Stop Feature A unique optional feature of the new PWCII is provided by the new wing modules. The wing module accepts a draw stop screw that lets the shooter adjust the “valley” at full draw.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH SuperCam SuperCams are equipped with modular draw length adjustment. Draw length changes are made by simply changing modules; a bow press is not needed. Accessory modules are available from your dealers in one-inch draw length increments. Each module is numbered, with #1 being the longest draw length module and #7 being the shortest. To change modules remove the socket head screw from the present module, remove that module and replace with a new module.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Extreme/ Strike Cams Extreme Cams are equipped with a modular draw length adjustment system. Draw length changes are made by simply changing modules on both the top and bottom cam. A bow press may be needed in some instances. Accessory modules in one-inch increments are available from your dealer. When changing modules be sure that the module numbers are the same on top and bottom. There are two sizes of these cams.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH HatchetCam HatchetCams are equipped with modular draw length adjustment. Draw length changes are made by simply changing modules; a bow press may be needed in certain instances. Accessory modules are available from your dealer in one-inch draw length increments. Each module is numbered, with #H1 being the longest draw length module and #H5 being the shortest. When changing modules be sure that the module numbers are the same on top and bottom.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Micro Perimeter Weighted Cams Micro Perimeter Weighted OneCams have a modular draw length adjustment. Draw length changes are made by simply changing modules; a bow press may be needed in certain instances. Accessory modules are available from your dealers in one inch draw length increments. Each module is numbered, with MS1 being the shortest draw length module and MS5 being the longest.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Original OneCams Original OneCams are equipped with a bowstring post draw length adjustment system. Typically, bows come from the factory with the bowstring attached to the center (#2) post. To make draw length changes, the bowstring is reattached to one of the other posts. To make such adjustments, a fixed or portable bow press should be used to relieve tension in the bow’s harness system. To increase draw length, attach the bowstring to a lower numbered post.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH ActionCam ActionCams are equipped with a modular draw length adjustment system. Draw length changes of plus or minus 1 inch are made by simply changing modules on both the top and bottom cam. A bow press may be needed in some instances. When changing modules be sure that the module numbers are the same on top and bottom. There are two types of modules available for the ActionCam, wheel modules and cam modules. Wheel modules are designated W1*, W2*, and W3*.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH MachLite Energy Wheel Machine Lite Wheels are equipped with a bi-draw length adjustment system. Draw length changes are made by repositioning the bowstring, as it comes out of the wheel, into one of two different slots. To change draw length, it is first necessary to remove tension from the harness system of the bow by relaxing the bow in a bow press. A bow press must be used.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Rotating Module Cam Note the string side of the cam has 2 axle holes numbered 1 and 2 (Fig. 1). You must relax the limbs of the bow to change the axle locations. This can be achieved either by relaxing the limb bolts or using a bow compressor. The opposite side (fig. 2), the rotating module has the letters A, B, C and D. There are also indicator marks numbered 1 and 2. The indicator marks correspond to the axle position on the opposite side of the cam.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Rotating Module Cam (continued) The spools on the string side of the cam allow you to fine tune the draw lengths and compensate for string stretch. Your bow is shipped from the factory in the center position. To shorten or lengthen the draw, move the string to the positions shown in the illustration.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Zen Cam The draw length of you Zen Cam is adjustable in 1 inch draw lengths by replacing the cam modules on each side of the bow. 1) Remove the socket head cap screw shown. 2) Remove the cam module and replace with the appropriate module to achieve the desired draw length shown in the chart below. 3) Repeat procedure on reverse side of cam.
ADJUSTING DRAW LENGTH Vortec Cam The Vortec Cams are equipped with a multi draw feature. Draw length changes are made by repositioning the string spool located on the draw string side of the camp. Prior to changing draw length, back limb bolts off 2 full turns. To change draw length, it is first necessary to remove tension from the harness system of the bow by relaxing the bow in a bow press. A bow press must be used.
INITIAL BOW SETUP Before 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 your own, if your level of expertise is adequate. Or, your local archery dealer can help you. These are initial setup steps only. Later, fine tuning (see Basic Tuning) may be required. Arrow Rest Selection Arrow rest selection is best determined by shooting style.
INITIAL BOW SETUP Place an arrow on the bowstring. Inspect for adequate fletch clearance. If additional fletch clearance is required, adjust the cable guard as needed, or reduce fletching size. At this same point, adjust arrow fletch position to correspond with the configuration of your arrow rest in order to ensure clean passage through or past that arrow rest.
BASIC TUNING Now that we have accomplished all Initial Bow Setup procedures, we can proceed to Basic Bow Tuning. Making final tuning adjustments to the bow will enable us to further improve arrow flight and accuracy. Firmly attach a sheet of paper to a stiff frame approximately 24”x24” (an old picture frame works well). Position the center of the frame about shoulder height and around six feet from the safe target. Stand 6 to 10 feet in front of the paper and frame.
CARE AND STORAGE With proper care and a minimum amount of routine maintenance, your bow will be kept in top condition. Carefully inspect your bow on a regular basis. Replace frayed bowstrings and worn cables immediately. Bowstrings should be replaced annually or every 10,000 shots. Keep eccentric wheels, cams and pulleys rotating freely by lubricating lightly at the axle. A very small amount of silicone or teflon-based lubricant applied on a regular basis goes a long way.
BOW SET-UP Cableguard Installed and Adjustment Post-mount below grip cableguard Loosen locking screw(s) in side of base and slip over post below the grip on the riser. Tighten the locking screw(s) with the cableguard rod in the desired position, keeping rod rotated toward the grip, rather than toward the eccentric. Above grip cableguard Mound cableguard to the outside of the sight window using the caphead screws provided. The cableguard sideplate is compatible with dovetail or bolt-on sights.
BOW SET-UP Arrow Selection Arrow selection depends on the peak draw weight, let-off and draw length settings of your bow. Refer to arrow manufacturers arrow selection tables using this information. The Archery Manufactures Organization (AMO) recommends a minimum of six grains arrow weight per pound of peak weight. The International Bowhunters Organization (IBO) allows a minimum of five grains arrow weight per pound of peak weight.
BOW SET-UP Warning: Shooting arrows below these minimum weight requirements will void the warranty. Using arrows below five grains per pound of peak weight can approach dryfire conditions and can severely reduce the life of your bow, and may cause serious injury. Contact your archery pro shop or the following arrow manufacturers for arrow selection recommendations: Game Tracker Inc True Flight Arrow Co. P.O. Box 380 2709 S. Freeman Rd.
STRING REPLACEMENT Replacing the String — Fast-flight systems 1) Relax bow in a double pull bow press. 2) Remove string. 3) Attach the end loop of the new string to the cam or wheel. 4) Wrap string around the bottom of the eccentric, over the top and back toward the other end of the bow, keeping string above the buss cables. 5) Bring the opposite end of the string around the other eccentric and attach the end loop to the post.
STRING REPLACEMENT Replacing the string — Single cam systems (continued) 4) Wrap the string over the top and around the outermost groove on the opposite side of the cam. Attach the end loop to the post. 5) Make sure the string and cable are firmly seated in the proper grooves as you slowly release the bow press. Replacing the string — Teardrop systems Foot method – It is possible to change the string without using a bow press on bows equipped with teardrop style string attachments only.
STRING REPLACEMENT Replacing the string — Teardrop systems (continued) Bow press method - The strings on Escalade Sports bows equipped with teardrop style string attachments can also be changed in a bow press by doing the following: 1) Relax the bow in a double pull press. 2) Attach the new string to the empty sides of the teardrop fittings, making sure end loops are well seated in teardrops. 3) Remove old string from teardrops.
Limited Lifetime Warranty To The Original Owner Only Please Complete Warranty Registration On Line: www.escaldesports.com/bow-warranty Escalade® Sports warrants every Escalade Sports manufactured compound bow and crossbow to be free from material or manufacturing defects under a limited lifetime warranty from the date of purchase. Warranty excludes strings, cables, cable slides and/or cosmetic appearances such as scratches, chips, dings, etc. which are typically caused by normal use and wear of the bow.
and possible injury to the shooter. For this reason, Escalade Sports recommends the arrow weight be in accordance with the recommendations of AMO for minimum arrow weight per bow peak weight. All accessory items must be removed from the bow prior to shipping. Escalade Sports will not be responsible for damage or loss of any accessory item left on the bow.
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