User manual BARNETT CROSSBOWS PANZER V

[. . . ] This, as with any other mechanical device does not guarantee total safety, as no safety device is a substitute for common sense and safe handling. NEVER pull the trigger on a crossbow when the safety is in the "safe" position or anywhere between "safe" and "fire". Do not attempt to alter or modify the trigger mechanism, doing so will void your warranty and may cause personal injury to yourself or others. The following rules should be followed at all times: EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD BE USED AT ALL TIMES WHEN HANDLING A CROSSBOW. [. . . ] Note: Before loading to ensure proper arrow flight you must be sure that your string is marked on both sides of the outside flight track. When shooting the string should be pulled back equally on both sides. If this is not done one side of the limb may be under greater tension causing the arrow to shoot right or left. Insert the black steel coated cable stringer loops through the loops of the bowstring. Make sure cable stringer loops are securely seated on nock ends. Then pull the trigger letting the bowstring down slowly to braced position. Use caution as the bowstring will have a lot of tension on it. At this point the cable stringer will have no tension on it. Recheck cable stringer loops for proper seating on nock ends. Cock the crossbow using the cable stringer. Use caution not to tangle cable stringer in bowstring. The bowstring will have no tension on it. Recheck stringer loops for proper seating. Remove bowstring loops off prod nock ends. Pull trigger carefully while holding cable stringer, letting cable stringer down. Use caution as the stringer will have a lot of tension on it. 8 CROSSBOW OPERATION Loading the Crossbow Prior to every shooting session it is recommended that a complete check of the prod, string, bolts, nuts screws and foot stirrup be made. Before cocking your crossbow make sure your foot stirrup has been attached in accordance with the assembly instructions. Cocking your crossbow with an incorrectly attached foot stirrup may cause bodily injury. Be sure to apply Barnett lubewax to the center string serving and the flight track area from the string to the trigger area. Place the foot stirrup on the ground with the stock end resting in your mid-section. See Figure 2 4. ) Place your foot firmly in the foot stirrup. Place both hands on the bowstring on each side about one inch on each side of the crossbow body. 5. ) Using both hands with even tension, pull the string back until it locks into trigger mechanism with an audible "click". [. . . ] · When using broadheads, the blades must be aligned with arrow fletching. This can be done by placing a rubber o-ring between the broadhead and the arrow front insert. IMPORTANT Because of the power of the Panzer V Crossbow and the inconsistent properties of wooden shafts, which have a tendency to warp, vary in spine stiffness; density; moisture absorption, all of which result in inaccuracy. Barnett International DO NOT RECOMMEND their use under any circumstance. 12 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Care of String The owners kit contains a tube of lube wax that should be applied to the center serving and flight track every 5 ­ 10 shots. If the crossbow has been exposed to excessive moisture you may need to apply wax sooner. [. . . ]