Martin Archery Martin Compound - Manual (Page 8)

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Basic Setup
Care And Storage
When properly cared for, your new Martin bow will give you years of trouble-free service.
When your bow is new it will require no lubrication. Over time you may need to lubricate your
cams to guard against friction and noise. Use a dry lubrication such as Teflon spray powder
or graphite powder. You can also use wet lube such as Moly Lube or Tri-Flow. Do not use
WD-40 lubrication.
A good rule of thumb when caring for your bow is to keep it as comfortable as you are. If
it is too hot for you, it is too hot for your bow. If it gets wet, dry it off completely. Periodically
clean your bow with a wet rag and mild soap to remove mud or dust (caution: do not store
until completely dry). Prolonged exposure to extreme heat may cause failure in your bow
limbs and excessive stretch in your string system. It will not hurt your bow if it is rained on
while shooting, but make sure it is completely dry before storing it in a bow case to guard
against rust or corrosion.
Installing and Adjusting the Draw Stop.
There are a total of four parts to the Draw Stop
assembly. A rubber cap, the aluminum body of the Draw
Stop, an 8/32 screw and an 8/32 hex nut. To install the stop,
place the hex nut in the track on the back side of the cam.
To adjust the stop, draw the bow back either by hand or in a
scale/shooting machine. At full draw, slide the stop until it
contacts the under side of the limb. Back the
stop off of the limb 1/32” (appox.) to allow for the
rubber cap to be installed. Snug down the Draw Stop
with the appropriate Hex head wrench, and install the
rubber cap over the Draw Stop.
Installing and Adjusting the STS
Most Martin bows are outfitted with an STS String Dampening unit, or are equipped to
accept one. This unit is installed in the 3/8” diameter hole located just below the grip and
is secured in place with the set screw intersecting this hole from the side of the riser. The
STS rod should be positioned so that the STS Bumper is nearly against the bowstring when
the bow is at rest. Excessive contact with the bowstring will prevent the STS Bumper from
performing effectively as a dampener, and may cause the Bumper to be pulled off by the
bowstring during the shot. A small gap (approximately 1/16”) should be allowed between the
bowstring and Bumper when the bow is at rest.
Draw Stop
In Place