User Manual - Flatline Bows
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1. Flatline Bows Warranty Bows made by Flatline Bows LLC have a 1 year warranty from date of delivery against failure due to faulty materials or workmanship Unfortunately some acts will void the warranty and are as follows The use of arrows less than 8 grains per pound of draw weight The warranty does not cover strings finishes or cosmetic appearance chips scratches etc caused by normal use and wear Evidence of abuse mishandling alterations or damage as a result of the stringing or unstringing process Dry firing the bow This warranty applies to the ORIGINAL OWNER only Flatline Bows LLC shall not be liable for any injury loss or damage direct or inconsequential arising out of the use of or inability to use a bow made by Flatline Bows LLC safely or properly Warranty Service Before returning any bow for warranty service please Call 574 536 1940 to discuss the specific problem There may be a simple solution to remedy the problem If it is determined that your bow must be returned for warranty service the following should occur Send the bow with postage and insurance paid Include a short note with your name address telephone number sales invoice number and a brief explanation as to the nature of the problem Take their breath away I would like to take the time and personally thank you for purchasing a bow from Flatline Bows LLC I take great pride in handcrafting these custom bo2. he top limb tip through the loop at the other end of the stringer positioning the rubber block on top of the limb surface and as close to the bowstring loop as possible c Standing on the stringer cord with both feet pull your bow up by the middle of the handle and slide your top bowstring loop into place in the string grooves BE SURE THE STRING IS PROPERLY SEATED IN YOUR STRING GROOVES BEFORE RELEASING TENSION d Reverse procedure to unstring your bow You may customize the length of your stringer to fit you and your bow You can do this by widening or narrowing your stance or adjusting the knots on the cup end of the stringer Adjust so the bow handle is at knee level before you begin lifting to string the bow Do not store your bow strung when not in use 5 SHOOTING YOUR BOW a NEVER shoot arrows less than 8 grains in weight per draw weight pound Example if you are shooting a 50 pound bow your arrow should have a minimum weight of 400 grains b Always be aware of your backstop and consider your arrow as a long distance projectile c Always make sure your bow is clear of any tree limbs or other obstacles which could contact your bow causing damage or injury
3. nstructions and guidelines for preventative care will void your warranty and may cause damage to your bow The recommended brace height for the recurve is 10 11 The recommended brace height for the longbow 9 10 This is measured from the front side of the grip to the string 1 2 3 INSPECT YOUR BOW AND BOW STRING Always inspect your bow and bow string prior to use for any wear or damage If you notice either it should be repaired immediately BOW EXPOSURE Your bow is made to withstand a broad range of weather conditions Allow your bow to acclimatize to drastic changes in weather prior to stringing or unstringing Avoid exposing your bow to excessive heat cold humidity or dryness BOW CARE Keep your string waxed If you see any signs of wear or fraying replace immediately If your bow is finished with the deep rich satin look of Teak oil additional applications can be made by you as needed Follow manufacturer instructions when applying Teak oil Do not apply Teak oil on the fiberglass limbs You can also apply Birchwood Casey Wax over the Teak oil to provide extra protection 4 ALWAYS USE A STRINGER TO STRING OR UNSTRING YOUR BOW You have been provided with a bow stringer free of charge with your purchase Never use the PUSH PULL or STEP THROUGH methods a With the target side of your bow facing up insert the bottom limb tip into the leather or nylon cup of the stringer b Put t
4. ws one at a time This care in handcrafting along with your choice of options is what allows each bow to take on its own character and become that one of a kind I could have no greater satisfaction than to know someone is using the bow I custom made for their use in their hunting or shooting experience I first started building self bows in the early 90 s My first bows were built from a hickory tree that I cut down from the woods at the farm on which I grew up The bows meant a great deal to me because of this connection I later became curious about fiberglass bows My mind began wandering with ideas about building my own glass bow I built my first bow and have not looked back since I began having so many requests to custom make my take down bows that I decided it was finally time to open shop I hope you get the same enjoyment and satisfaction from your personalized bow as I have with my own Best of luck in your hunting endeavors Jose D Miller Bowyer Flatline Bows LLC P O Box 515 Bristol Indiana 46507 574 536 1940 www flatlinebows com info flatlinebows com This manual contains instructions and safety precautions which should be read prior to using your custom bow made by Flatline Bows LLC Proper care of your handcrafted bow will provide years of dependable service Safety should always be a priority when using your bow to avoid injury to the archer or anyone else Failure to follow the safety i
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