User manual BARNETT CROSSBOWS QUAD 300

[. . . ] 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. The crossbow trigger is only to be pulled when the safety is in "fire" position and NEVER when it is in the "safe" position or anywhere between "safe" and "fire. " Do not attempt to alter or modify the safety or the trigger mechanism. If the safety will not release, this happens when the trigger is pulled before the safety switch is released. To correct this, push the trigger pull forward, then release the safety catch. [. . . ] After cocking the crossbow make sure that the marks on the string are showing equally on each side of the trigger mechanism. Unevenly cocked crossbows will have erratic arrow flight. When restringing your crossbow mark the serving of the string, on each side of the flight track at rest, where the string leaves the flight surface (track) and apply Barnett Lubewax to the string serving and track surface. Arrow Retainer When loaded, the arrow should lie "flat" in the flight grove. The arrow retaining spring should not be twisted to the left or right and should exert only enough pressure on the rear of the arrow to hold it in place. It should not lift the front of the arrow off the flight grove. At this point, the arrow should be lying directly parallel with the flight grove. We recommend the use of Barnett arrows manufactured specifically for your Barnett crossbow. Loading your Crossbow 1. ) Place the arrow forward under the front sight bracket and lay the arrow on the flight surface. When using arrows with moon nocks, be sure that the odd colored fletch is placed in the flight grove and that the concaved nock is parallel to the string. 2. ) Slide the arrow back under the arrow retaining spring and fully into the trigger mechanism. Note: The arrow retaining spring should only exert enough pressure to hold the arrow in place without lifting it from its position on the flight surface. Firing your Crossbow To fire the arrow from your crossbow: 1. ) Point the crossbow in a safe direction. 2. ) Slide the safety forward to the off position. The crossbow will now fire when the trigger is pulled. The safety MUST be disengaged in this manner prior to every shot. BE SURE TO KEEP YOUR FINGERS BELOW THE STOCK FORE END (FLIGHT TRACK) WHILE SHOOTING. Note photos below 10 INCORRECT INCORRECT CORRECT CORRECT This will prevent your hands from being struck by the string as it travels forward. The velocity of the string hitting your fingers will cause severe injury. Unloading your Crossbow By far, the easiest way to un-cock a cocked crossbow is to fire an arrow into a target or into the ground away from debris, loose rocks or other people. Sighting-In the Crossbow Using the rear peep sight and front sight pins: 1. ) Place the first sight pin near the top of the front sight bracket. 2. ) Shooting at a target from 10 yards, aim for the bulls eye. [. . . ] To obtain service: Please call for a return authorization number prior to sending the unit and write the RA# on the outside of the package. Return the unit to an authorized Service Center or directly to the factory. For a listing of authorized service centers please call the factory at the toll free number listed below. Attach to the product your name, address, telephone number and a letter describing the problem. [. . . ]