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1. 5 Engage the safety lever immediately when the string is properly secured by the string latch 6 Place a proper bolt arrow in the flight groove with one fletching down Slide the bolttowards the trigger assembly under the arrow spring arm until the end cap touches the string Remember never dry fire your crossbow because it can damage your crossbow 7 Your crossbow is now loaded and must be handled with extreme caution Do not point the crossbow at anything you do not intend to shoot If you ever wish to uncock your crossbow without firing the arrow the following steps are recommended A Remove arrow B Place foot firmly into stirrup C Grasp string in same position as wnen cocking crossbow D Move safety to fire position E Put enough tension on string to lift it off of the latch so that the string will not slip out of your hands when the trigger is pulled F Slip right thumb into trigger guard and release trigger Be sure to keep firm grip on string to keep it from slipping out of your hands let string slide down barrel to fired position G This technique will require some practice before it is tried in the field Note For information on how to uncock your crossbow using the Rope Cocking Aid please refer to your video SIGHTING YOUR CROSSBOW 1 When sighting in we recommend that you take your first shots at close range about 10 yards while sighting down the arrow Be sure you have a suitable target an2. RECURVE CROSSBOW INSTRUCTION MANUAL EXCALIBUR gt EXCALIBUR CROSSBOW INC 2335 Shirley Drive Kitchener Ontario Canada N2B 3X4 www excaliburcrossoow com Email service excaliburcrossbow com Thank You Thank you for purchasing an Excalibur crossbow We are confident your new crossbow will bring you years of trouble free enjoyment and enhance your hunting experience Before you begin working with and shooting your new crossbow Please read this manual thoroughly Without proper knowledge and instruction you could damage your crossoow or cause injury to yourself When you have read this manual thoroughly and understand it completely be sure to save it for future reference Please watch your video The Hunting Crossbow that comes free with every Excalibur Crossbow or view it on our website www excaliburcrossbow com IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXCALIBUR MANUAL SAFETY CROSSBOWS Like most quality firearms your new EXCALIBUR CROSSBOW comes equipped with a manually engaged safety catch This system is stronger and more reliable than an automatic safety under hunting conditions but requires your attention to move it to the safe down position when the crossbow is cocked Immediately upon cocking the crossbow you must set the safety before removing your foot from the stirrup to pick it up Never disengage the safety catch until you are ready to shoot and the bow is pointed in a safe direction Be sure to r
3. 0 PHOENIX Crossbow Realtree Hardwoods 2095B VIXEN Crossbow Deerhide Brown 2280 VARI ZONE Scope Accessory Package For All Excalibur Recurve Crossbows 2270 Standard Accessory Package For All Excalibur Recurve Crossbows 1982 VARI ZONE Excalibur Scope 2 x 4 Power Fits all models 2292 Flip Up Blizzard Caps Fits VARI ZONE Scope only 2006 Scope Mount Fits all models 2007 Scope Rings Excalibur 1 Weaver Style 2008 Scope Cover Camo 2294 Fibre Optic Sight 2026 Crossbow Sighting Level 1990 Dissipator Bars Sound amp Recoil Suppression System 1991 Replacement Pads for Dissipator Bars 2013 Buzz Buster Fleece String Silencers Camo 2035 Tunerz Rubber String Silencers 2009 Deck amp String Wax 2010 String 35 4 Standard for use with carved limb tips only 2097 Flemish Super String Hand Made for carved or molded limb tips 1989 Fast Flight Flemish String for molded tip bows only 1994 Excel String Ultracam for molded tip bows only 2042 Sling Padded with locking swivels Camo 2004 Quiver Bracket Black Suitable for all crossbows 2029H Excalibur 4 Arrow Quiver Hardwoods Camo 2094 CRANKAROO Crank Cocking Aid 2195A Cocking Aid With T Handles assembled for Excalibur Crossbows 2096 Crossbow Stringer to unstring our recurve crossbow 2012 Crossbow Case Camo Unlined with Shoulder Straps 2300 Crossbow Case Camo Padded Folds into seat pad w shoulder straps 7003 SST Wasp BOSS SST 100 gr Stainless 3 Bl
4. ade Pkg of 6 1986 THanale Arrow Puller 2213F20 6 Arrows Feather Fletch 20 XX75 Brown Pkg of 6 2216F20 6 Arrows Feather Fletch 20 XX75 Camo Pkg of 6 2219F20 6 Arrows Feather Fletch 20 XX75 Camo Pkg of 6 2213V20 6 Arrows Plastic Vanes 20 XX75 Brown Pkg of 6 2216V20 6 Arrows Plastic Vanes 20 XX75 Camo Pkg of 6 2219V20 6 Arrows Plastic Vanes 20 XX75 Camo Pkg of 6 22CAV 6 Carbon Arrows Vanes 20 22 Series w 2 inserts Pkg of 6 TP100 6 Target Points 21 64 100 gr Package of 6 2180 Crossbow Stand 2193 African Safari VHS 2192 African Safari DVD 1A gt EXOMAX EXOCET200 PHOENX ven Velocity i _ 0 350 Grain Inici 330 FPS 305 FPS 285 FPS Draw Weight 225 lbs ENS 175 lbs 150 Ibs e oe Mass Weight 6 5 lbs EIN 6 3 lbs KO e IC IEC ma gt moms EEE ICO ECO IEC IEC Printed in Canada WARRANTY INFORMATION Excalibur Crossbows are unconditionally warranted against manufacturing defects for a period of five years from purchase After that period warranty will be given at Excalibur s discretion for the lifetime of the original owner E XC A LI BU R gt 2335 Shirley Drive Kitchener Ontario N2B 3X4 Canada Bus 519 743 6890 Fax 519 743 6964 Email service excaliburcrossoow com Website Www excaliburcrossoow com
5. centre serving of the string will greatly lengthen the life expectancy of your crossbow string do not apply directly to the mainframe 3 Periodically inspect all fasteners to be sure that they have not vibrated loose from firing especially those holding sights scope mounts or sight pins 4 Unstring your crossbow at least between seasons when it is not being used This will relax the limbs and increase their life expectancy WARRANTY Your Excalibur crossbow is warranted by the manufacturer for five years from the date of purchase Proof of purchase in the form of a dated invoice stamped with the vendor s name or similar document must be presented if warranty work is necessary Excalibur Crossbow will not be responsible for repairs caused by misuse or abuse Read this instruction manual carefully and if questions exist please contact either your dealer or Excalibur Crossbow Inc Repairs inside your trigger unit should be performed at the factory only If repairs are necessary return both stock and trigger to CANADA U S A EXCALIBUR CROSSBOW INC Horizontal Archery 2335 Shirley Drive 37432 Fifth Avenue Kitchener Ontario N2B 3X4 Sardis Ohio 4346 USA Telephone 519 743 6890 Telephone 740 483 2312 800 463 1817 Fax 519 743 6964 meca coso RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES FOR EXCALIBUR CROSSBOWS CODE DESCRIPTION 2225H EXOMAX Crossbow Realtree Hardwoods 2230 EXOCET 200 Crossbow Realtree Hardwoods 224
6. crossbow hunters dress in camouflage clothing and are difficult to identify 11 Before shooting be sure the crossbow limbs will not strike a tree limb or other obstacle 12 Inspect your bolts arrows regularly for signs of wear gt splits dents or anything that might weaken them Tremendous stress is placed on crossbow arrows as they 13 If you are carrying hunting broadheads carry them in such a way that the sharo edges do not cause a threat to the shooter Be sure they are covered completely 14 Never place any part of your body into the path of the string or limbo travel when your crossbow is cocked Be sure that your fingers and thumb are below the crossbows deck before every shot ASSEMBLY Please refer to drawings below and on video as a guide when assembling your new crossbow 1 Mount the limb system by using the two 5 16 countersunk bolts with the large washers in place 2 Using two 1 4 round head bolts mount stirrup to front of limbs 3 Attach front and rear sights using appropriate screws which are provided 4 Visually inspect the crossbow and check all fasteners to be sure they are tight Get in the habit of a quick visual inspection before each outing sans 10 ELEVATION YARD POST LOCKI NG SCREW Ng ARROW CONFIGURATION Your new crossbow is designed to use either 20 long Easton XX75 aluminum arrows in 2213 2216 2219 sizes or our 22 Series carbon arrows Included with our acces
7. d a reliable backstop in case you overshoot your mark or in case your arrow passes through the target 2 After your crossbow is shouldered and pointed down range you must take the safety off by moving the safety lever upward Your crossbow is now ready to fire NOTE Be sure that your fingers and thumb are below the crossbow deck to prevent injury 3 At this point shoot several arrows by sighting down the arrow and determine point of impact You are now ready to make sight adjustments so that the rear sight and front sight will be in line with your point of impact 4 A fibre optic aperture sight is included with your crossbow To mount this sight slide the angled bar onto the dovetailed mounting base and lightly tignten the windage locking screw using the included allen wrench First sight the fibre optic dot using the method above Once sighted in you will be able to shoot accurately not only at this distance but by using the top and bottom posts you can compensate for the arrows trajectory 5 For the best accuracy from your Excalibur Crossbow we recommend using small broadheads the type included in your Right Stuff accessory package MAINTENANCE 1 Occasional lubrication of your trigger mechanism is necessary especially if you are using your crossbow in wet conditions Use WD 40 or a similar lubricant applying through the safety slot and into the trigger area 2 Application of Excalibur Crossbow Deck Wax to the
8. e engage the safety if you do not shoot SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 Always remember to treat your crossbow with the same respect due any sporting arm lt can be dangerous and deadly if mishandled 2 Always check your crossbow thoroughly for worn loose damaged or missing parts prior to shooting This will helo you avoid malfunctions and possible injury to you your crossbow or someone else 3 Never dry fire your crossbow This can damage your crossbow and will void your warranty 4 Never point your crossbow at anything you do not intend to shoot After cocking your crossbow always ensure that the safety is properly engaged immediately 5 Neverrelease the safety until you are ready to shoot 6 Do not attempt to modify the safety or trigger mechanism in any way 7 Never shoot any projectile in your crossbow other than crossbow arrows designed specifically for use with your crossbow with an overall length of 20 inches or over and a minimum weight of 350 grain 325 grain minimum for Vixen only 8 Always unstring your bow if it is to be exposed to extreme heat such as in an enclosed automobile or trunk on a hot day Excessive heat may damage the limbs of your crossbow If your crossbow has dissipator bars installed the pads must be removed before the crossbow is unstrung 9 Replace the bow string as soon as it shows any significant sign of wear 10 Be sure of your target When hunting keep in mind that bowhunters and
9. sory packages are 100 grain broadheads that give an excellent combination of accuracy and cutting diameter 20 3 4 Min Shaft Easton XX75 or 22 series Carbon _ CAP Insert Fletch Specify Feather or Vane 5 Offset Low Profile Arrow Selection Chart KE ft Ibs 65 68 70 72 Phoenix V fps 301 294 286 273 75 77 79 KE ft Ibs 72 Exocet 200 V fps 331 323 314 301 KE ft Ibs 88 90 93 96 Exomax V fps 352 345 335 322 103 106 KE ft Ibs 99 110 Arrow Weight 360 Grains 388 Grains 424 Grains 478 Grains Test conditions were as follows Temp 72 degrees F Chronograph Double window 3 ft from bow All arrows with 5 vanes amp 100 grain tips MANUALLY STRINGING YOUR CROSSBOW 1 Standing on a soft surface carpet wood with the bow aligned sights away from your body insert your foot through the Stirrup and slip one string loop onto one limb 2 Grasp the other side of the limb with both hands very close to the end keeping the other string loop between one thumb and the limb 3 Using the stirrup as a pivot and putting most of your weight on the foot in the stirrup lean away from the limb which you have grasped and use your weight to flex the limb towards the bow s stock 4 Push the string onto the limb when it is flexed far enough to permit this CAUTION Do not push on stock to permit stringing as this Can damage your stock Note Use of an Excalibur Crossbo
10. w Stringer will greatly ease this operation as shown below Watch video for details of use MANUALLY LOADING YOUR CROSSBOW 1 Prior to cocking place the safety in the off or forward position Pull the trigger to ensure it is ready to accept the string If you cannot pull the trigger the safety is still engaged and must be put into the upward position 2 Place your foot completely through the stirrup Grasp the string in each hand next to both sides of the mainframe Learn to use your hands as guides next to the mainframe to center the string each time you load or draw it back Centering the string consistently will give you proper right to left accuracy Note Be sure to insert your foot far enough into the stirrup that the crossbow cannot slip off of your foot when cocking as this can cause serious harm to you 3 With the safety in the upward or fire position and your arms locked pull the string back by standing straight up until you hear a click in the trigger housing The string is now locked into the shooting position 4 After the string is drawn back relax string tension slightly to be sure that the string is held securely by the string latch If the string is not held securely pull back again until you hear the click in the trigger housing Note Using either the Rope or Crank Cocking Aids ensures proper string alignment and reduces the draw weight by 50 Watch your video for details on the use of both cocking aids
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