YOUTH BOW OWNER MANUAL
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1. bearings paint and or hydrographic film transferred finishes Damage caused by abuse mishandling dry firing alteration or modification to original product Other excluded damages are those resulting from either loose mod screws or shooting arrows less than five grains per pound of draw weight For the Warranty to be enforceable the origi nal purchaser must complete and submit the warranty card or online registration form within 30 days of purchase Warranty Service Our goal with all warranty returns is to have the bow shipped out the door and on its way back to you within 72 hours of receiving it at our facilities in Eugene Oregon You are our greatest asset and we will give you the highest quality and most efficient service in the industry All products requiring warranty service must be returned to an Authorized Dealer for inspection and diagnosis of any problem Your Diamond dealer will help in determin ing whether factory service is required or if the service needed can be performed at 2 the dealer s facility In the event that a bow must be returned for factory service a Return Authorization RA number must first be obtained through your dealer Bows returned to the factory without an RA number will not be accepted All returned bows must include the following A large readable RA number on the out side of the box A copy of the sales receipt Do not include accessories unless other wise inst2. lt DIAMOND ARCHERY By BOWTECH YOUTH BOW OWNER MANUAL Congratulations on your recent purchase We at Diamond know that you have a choice when it comes to your archery equipment and we want to thank you for choosing us as your hunting partner Your feedback is important to us as it is our desire to provide you with the absolute fin est customer service in the industry So please take the time to go online and register your new Diamond bow It is equally important to read through this owner s manual as there are valuable tips to help keep your Diamond trouble free for many seasons BEFORE USING YOUR NEW DIAMOND BOW READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING MATERIAL OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAN DAMAGE THE BOW AND MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO YOURSELF AND OR OTHERS Disclaimer of Liability By accepting a Diamond product the buyer agrees to hold harmless Diamond and all associated parties from liability for any damage to persons or property which may result for any reason from the use of this product THE DIAMOND EXCHANGE To accommodate your growing archer Diamond has implemented The Diamond Exchange for the Razor Edge bow Simply bring your bow to an Authorized Diamond Dealer and for 44 99 plus shipping to BowTech they will coordinate upgrading your bow limbs and replacing your string and cables This offer is valid to the original owner only and is subject to the draw weig
3. s draw weight loosen the limb bolt while remembering the following ratio One full turn of loosening on the 29 model equals approx imately 1 16 pounds of draw weight On the 60 model one full turn equals approximately 2 33 pounds of draw weight Do not turn limb bolts out more than 12 turns Limb Bolt Pocket Figure 2 Razor Edge limb pocket Warning do not turn the limbs bolts out more than the recommended amount Doing so could cause the limbs to break out of their pockets and result in injury NUCLEAR ICE INSTRUCTIONS THE A AND B SETTINGS Every Nuclear Ice bow has the ability to be adjusted from 29 Ibs to 10 Ibs of draw weight and from 14 24 draw length To accomplish this full range of adjustment there is an A and B setting to which the bow must be set beforehand The A setting is factory pre set for optimal performance for higher draw weights and longer draw lengths The B setting is used for lower draw weights and shorter draw lengths The following informa tion will discuss adjusting draw weight and A Setting draw length in both settings The A Setting for the Nuclear Ice The A setting is factory pre set and is identifi able by the way the string and cables attach to both the top and bottom cams On both cams the string should attach to the machined post in the cam with an A engraved alone on it see Figure 3 The cable which attaches to the
4. a safe and fun product However as with any shooting style product safety rules must be observed It is HIGHLY recommended that these rules be read before using any bow Bows and arrows are NOT toys For maximum safety and enjoyment always exercise cau tion common sense and safety rules when shooting any bow ALWAYS use an appropriate backstop for maximum safety An appropriate backstop must be constructed of a durable material and must extend beyond the perimeter of the target The recommended backstop size is determined by the accuracy and ability of the shooter With a low level of shooter accuracy the backstop perimeter requirement must be increased appropriately NEVER aim or draw any bow in the direction 8 of a person Aim and draw ONLY in the direc tion of an appropriate target ALWAYS have a full view of the path to and beyond the target when shooting ALWAYS inspect arrow and fletching prior to shooting for imperfections such as cracks splits or splinters Most arrow manufacturers recom mend a flex test on the shafts Damaged arrows must not be used and should be destroyed NEVER retrieve arrows or allow anyone else to do so until all arrows have been shot NEVER draw the bow without properly adjust ed limb bolts See Adjusting Draw Weight for further information Make sure the string and cable are properly attached to the correct post and in the correct tracks in order to avoid pos sible injury DO
5. other side of the cam should attach to the cable post after Cable Post B Setting Figure 3 The Nuclear Ice bottom cam both sides A A Setting Draw Weight Length Chart 1 2 3 Estimated Peak 29 29 29 Weightt Ibs AMO Draw 24 23 22 Length in Backed out 10 Turns 19 19 19 Weight Ibs AMO Draw Length in 241 4 231 4 221 4 211 4 201 4 Module Number 4 5 6 7 8 9 29 29 29 29 29 29 21 20 19 18 17 16 19 19 19 19 19 19 191 4 181 4 171 4 161 4 t Draw weight measurement after the limb bolt has been fully tightened Draw weight measurement after the limb bolt has been fully loosened passing near the A side of a directional post as shown on the right side of Figure 3 Be sure that both the top and bottom cams have string and cables attached in this fashion As you can see from the chart above the A setting allows for draw weight adjust ments between 29 19 Ibs Draw length can be adjusted from 24 16 The B Setting for the Nuclear Ice The B setting is normally used for low draw weight 10 19lbs and or short draw length 14 15 shooters Like the A set ting it is identifiable by the way the string and cables attach to both the top and bot tom cams NOTE As this is not a factory pre setting have your dealer use a bow press to change the bow from A to B setting On both cams the string should attach to the machined post in the c
6. the factory setting is maintained This ensures the draw length and draw weight remain consistent All Diamond bows use AMO standards for measuring draw lengths measured from the pivot point or throat of the grip to the bot tom of the valley plus 1 3 4 sight aligns In rare cases this procedure may need to be repeated after cycling an addi tional 200 shots Wax the string often We recommend BCYML 6 synthetic string wax or an equivalent prod uct To wax the string apply wax liberally to entire length of string Rub briskly with fingers until the string appears slick Remove all excess wax with a clean cloth We recommend that you wax every other time you shoot your bow to lengthen the life of your string and cable sets Always use a properly spined arrow with a minimum weight of five 5 grains per pound IBO standard An arrow with legal IBO weight is not necessarily properly spined The bow must be able to transfer its energy to the arrow without any loss Likewise the arrow spine must be able to absorb the bow s ener gy If the arrow is not properly spined it will kick out lose speed and have poor flight If the arrow is properly spined it achieves true straight flight with maximum speed Use an arrow chart to determine what shaft is needed to fit the specifications of your bow Make sure the weight of the arrow tip is matched to the arrow s shaft strength If the weight of the tip is too light or too he
7. 0 FULL TURNS IF YOU CAN SEE THROUGH THE SET SCREW HOLE THEN YOU HAVE BACKED THE LIMB BOLT OUT TOO FAR Depending on the setting of your bow See A and B Settings information follow the appropriate setting chart above for further direction A Barrel Nut Set Screw D Pocket Limb Bolt Figure 4 Nuclear Ice limb pocket 4 After making the adjustment replace the 3 32 set screw with an allen wrench and tighten until snug 5 Repeat this process on the other end of the bow GENERAL INFORMATION BOW MAINTENANCE Your Diamond Bow was made with the high est quality components to last for a lifetime of use in the field with proper maintenance It is important that you NEVER draw and release a bow without an arrow on the string This could not only hurt you but can damage your bow If the bow is dry fired at any time take it to your local dealer for a complete inspection Never leave your Diamond bow in an area of extreme temperatures This will cause your string and cable to stretch which effects timing 6 Before shooting your bow always inspect the string and cable and check the limbs for any visible damage If damage is found take the bow to your Authorized Diamond Dealer for inspection or repair Your Diamond bow comes equipped with sealed bearings in both the cam and idler wheel There is no need to lubricate either of these items It is recommended that if you hunt in dusty or we
8. NOT attach anything to the cables or string that could create excessive wear or slice the string material This will void the warranty DO NOT cross cables in any configuration other than the configuration set by the factory This will have an adverse effect on the per formance and shootability of your Diamond Further it will cause extreme wear to the string cable and cable slide Any alteration from the factory specifications or the adjustments outlined herein will void the factory warranty ALL maintenance must be performed at an Authorized Diamond Dealer RegisterYourBow com lt DIAMOND ARCHERY BY BOWTECH 90554 HWY 99 NORTH EUGENE OREGON 97402 TOLL FREE 877 447 0293 FAX 541 284 4933 DiamondArchery com Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information and typographical content within our owner s manual Diamond reserves the right to modify and or discontinue products without notice and at its discretion 2009 Diamond Archery by BowTech All rights reserved
9. am with a B engraved alone on it See Figure 3 The cable which attaches to the other side of the cam should attach to the cable post after passing near the B side of a directional post as shown on the right side of Figure 3 NOTE Depending on the pliability of the cable loop you may need to remove the rotating module in order to position the cable properly Be sure that both the top and bottom cams have string and cables attached in this fashion As you can see from the chart on page 6 the B setting allows for draw weight adjust ments between 25 3 Ibs 9 6 lbs Draw length can be adjusted from 22 3 4 14 Timing for the Nuclear Ice Every Nuclear Ice bow cam is marked with dots called timing dots to assist with eval uating and setting the timing of each bow Your dealer when periodically timing this bow will use these as a reference for cam synchronization As timing requires a bow press it is strongly recommended to have your dealer perform timing adjustments After timing adjustments have been made closely inspect the back profile of your bow s cams to ensure that cam lean is not occuring If cam lean is noticed have your dealer twist up one or both sides of the cable split yoke to eliminate the issue Arrow Inspection Always inspect each arrow for damage before each shot To inspect the arrow hold it on both ends and flex it away from yourself and others while visibly and audibly c
10. avy poor arrow flight occurs Use an arrow chart to find out what tip weight is needed to match the arrow shaft Try to maintain 7 to 10 for ward weight for your tip selection The arrow nock should be 3 16 to 3 8 above the center of the T square depending on the shaft diameter This is a good starting point to achieve proper arrow flight Make sure the cams are properly tuned as instructed in the tuning section in this owner s manual SAFETY amp GENERAL INFORMATION Your new Diamond bow is a highly tuned precise shooting machine It requires special care and handling to achieve and maintain peak performance The string cables and limbs are under extreme tension which cre ates an incredible source of energy that must not be taken for granted Please respect this power and use it properly Any adjustment made to one end of the bow should be mirrored on the opposite end WARNING Never Dry Fire the Bow NEVER draw a bow without an arrow nocked Doing so could cause personal injury and or damage the bow When drawing a bow for inspection or demonstration never release the string at full draw to let down Hold onto the string and do not let it slip out of your hands Without the resistance of a properly weighted arrow to absorb the energy you may damage the bow and cause personal injury to yourself and or others ADULT SUPERVISION OF ALL CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 IS REQUIRED Diamond has designed your bow to be
11. g This will prevent the screws from backing out during the normal use of the bow Timing the Razor Edge Proper timing of your Razors Edge bow is important to achieve optimal performance A bow is properly timed when both cams rotate in synchronization and stop uniformly at the end of the draw cycle If one cam stops prema turely while the other cam continues rotating you may have timing issues Another way to identify timing issues is com pare your cam s position in relation to unsplit end of each cable Look on the module side of each cam and you will notice two hash marks located near the cam s perimeter The non split end of the cable should bisect these marks To achieve this position your dealer will need to press your Razor Edge and either add or take away twists from each cable to advance or retard cam position as needed IMPROPER PRESSING OF A DIAMOND BOW CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE WHICH COULD VOID YOUR WARRANTY WE RECOMMEND TAKING YOUR BOW TO AN AUTHORIZED DIAMOND DEALER FOR ALL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES REQUIRING A BOW PRESS DRAW WEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS With two peak draw weights available 29 and 60 and the ability to back the weight down 50 the Razor Edge can cover a range from 15 to 60 pounds Draw weight can be adjusted by using an Allen Wrench to either tighten or loosen the limb bolt Figure 2 At peak weight the main bolt should be fully tightened and then loosened by a quarter turn To reduce your bow
12. hecking for nicks cracks splits dents or other marks that could indicate damage to the arrow Perform the test four to six times rotating around the entire arrow Always check all arrow compo nents prior to shooting including nock insert and tip Loose components can cause unbal anced arrow flight and partial dry firing of the bow If an arrow has been damaged or if you believe it has been damaged do not shoot it again as it could break on release and sharp arrow pieces could strike and injure you or someone nearby B Setting Draw Weight Length Chart 1 2 3 Estimated Peak 25 3 24 1 23 7 Weight Ibs AMO Draw 223 4 215 8 201 2 Length in Backed out 10 Turns 19 1 16 2 15 6 Weight Ibs AMO Draw 23 3 16 221 8 21 Length in Module Number 4 5 6 7 8 9 22 8 22 1 21 19 2 17 4 15 191 2 181 2 171 2 163 8 151 8 14 14 9 14 1 13 5 12 5 11 9 6 1915 16 187 8 177 8 163 4 155 8 143 8 t Draw weight measurement after the limb bolt has been fully tightened Draw weight measurement after the limb bolt has been fully loosened DRAW WEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS 1 Remove the set screw from the barrel nut found under the pocket on the riser using a 3 32 allen wrench See Figure 4 2 Fully tighten the limb bolt with a 1 4 allen wrench NOTE The bow should now be at peak weight 3 To reduce draw weight use the 1 allen wrench to loosen the limb bolt WARNING NEVER LOOSEN THE LIMB BOLT MORE THAN 1
13. ht range of the Razor Edge GENERAL PRECAUTIONS e ADULT SUPERVISION OF ALL CHILDREN Periodically wax strings and cables to UNDER THE AGE OF 18 IS REQUIRED Never aim the bow at another person Attend a certified hunter safety course Never draw or fire a bow without an arrow on the bow string NOTE A DRY FIRE CAN SEVERELY DAMAGE THE BOW AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY Fully inspect the bow s components for wear and tear before shooting e g cams limbs strings cables module screws and set screws reduce wear and extend the life of these crucial components If the bow is dry fired do not attempt to fix it yourself as serious injury could occur Instead take the bow to your authorized Diamond dealer and have it inspected and repaired Always wear safety glasses when operating or adjusting your bow REGISTER YOUR NEW DIAMOND BOW AT REGISTERYOURBOW COM LIFETIME WARRANTY Authorized Dealer The Diamond warranty covers product pur chased from Authorized Diamond Dealers Diamond products purchased through Internet auctions are not warranted Contact Diamond to confirm that your purchase is through an Authorized Dealer This warranty protects against any failures of the product due to defects in material or workmanship and does not include any damage due to abuse misuse or modifi cation to the bow s design The following exclusions apply Exclusions Cable slide cables and strings HushKit com ponents
14. ific modules The Rotating Module System makes this feature possible By simply rotating the module clockwise or counter clockwise your draw length can be adjusted in 1 2 incre ments with little more than an Allen wrench 1 Using an Allen wrench remove the Mod screws that attach the module to the cam See Figure 1 Note Depending on your draw length you may need to press the bow to be able to access all screws for removal 2 Notice that a Groove on the cam corre sponds with a number to denote draw length The Razor Edge 29 model is factory pre set to a 24 draw length with the groove lining up with the number 24 The Razor Edge 60 model is factory pre set to a 27 draw length with the groove lining up with the number 27 3 To lengthen the draw length remove the mod screws and rotate the module coun ter clockwise when looking at the lower cam reverse if looking at the upper cam The 29 setting always corresponds to the longest possible draw length After rotating the module to the desired location replace the screws 4 To shorten the draw length remove the Allen screws and rotate the module clockwise The smallest number setting always corre sponds to the shortest possible draw length After rotating the module to the desired location replace the screws NOTE We recommend applying blue Loc Tite 242 to the threads of the screws before replacing them at your desired settin
15. ructed Diamond will not be respon sible for loss or damage to any accessory left on the bow when shipped The bow owner is responsible for the return prepaid freight to Diamond No COD ship ments will be accepted Diamond will perform the warranty service required and return the product prepaid All methods of shipping by UPS or FED EX only Sender should insure all shipments If your bow cannot be repaired we reserve the right to replace your bow with a newer model of equal or greater value Diamond reserves the right to substitute any parts required for warranty coverage at its sole discretion and for any reason Module Hash Marks Mod Screw Figure 1 Groove RAZOR EDGE INSTRUCTIONS TUNING AND PROPER FIT Once you have purchased a Diamond bow it is very important that it is adjusted to fit you properly Assistance in achieving proper fit should be provided by your Authorized Diamond Dealer Changing the Razor Edge Draw Length Diamond bows are preset to the factory specifications Any alterations to the original factory setup could inhibit performance You may need to reset your draw to the correct length Use the module that best meets your individual draw length before attempting to fine tune your let off See your Authorized Diamond Dealer for proper draw length adjustment One of the features of the Razor Edge is the draw length adjustability of the bow without the need for additional draw length spec
16. t climates that you periodically have your axles removed and cleaned by an Authorized Diamond Dealer STRING AND CABLES Your Diamond custom bowstring is manufac tured to provide long string life and absolute consistency shot after shot This results in greater accuracy and less time spent retuning your equipment It is recommended that you cycle the bow 100 150 times to remove shrinkage from the string as a result of relaxation during packag ing and shipping Separate the bowstring and install your peep sight To properly align the peep sight simply twist the string from the bottom in 1 2 turn increments until the peep TROUBLE SHOOTING Diamond recommends replacing the string and cables once a year or every 2 500 shots whichever comes first to maintain optimum performance Examine your bow for wear and tear before you shoot mod screws axles bushings cables cable slide e clips and string If any one of these items shows excessive wear con tact your Authorized Diamond Dealer to have them install new Diamond replacement parts This keeps your bow shooting consistently without voiding your warranty Proper lubrication of the limb pivots limits wear and tear Add enough lubricant to these areas to create a barrier between each work ing part and to optimize the performance of the bow NOTE Only industry standard lubri cants should be used DO NOT USE WD 40 Inspect your cam position on a regular basis to make sure
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