Hoyt RECURVE User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Owner's Personal Record ....................................................................3
Recurve Bow Terminology....................................................................4
Introduction...........................................................................................5
Important Safety Information................................................................6
Required Safe Operating Parameters................................................10
Bow Length ........................................................................................13
Draw Weight.......................................................................................13
Bow Assembly....................................................................................14
Installing Limbs...................................................................................14
Shooting String Installation.................................................................15
Un-stringing your bow ........................................................................17
Pro Series Limb Adjustment Dowel....................................................18
Hoyt Hardlock Alignment System.......................................................19
Pivot Block Adjustment.......................................................................22
Adjusting Weight.................................................................................23
Adjusting Tiller....................................................................................24
Adjusting Center Shot ........................................................................25
Brace Height Range Chart .................................................................25
VertaTune Plate..................................................................................26
Fine Tuning.........................................................................................26
Limb Maintenance ..............................................................................27
Warranty .............................................................................................27

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BOWOWNER’SPERSONALINFO
Fill in the following personal bow record for your reference.
Riser Serial Number
Hoyt Riser Model
Limb Serial Number
Limb Model
Purchased From
Purchase Date
Length Weight
IMPORTANT!
A copy of your sales receipt is required for war-
ranty purposes.
The sales receipt, as well as the serial number, is your
proof of date-of-purchase. Proof of date-of-purchase will be
required if your bow ever needs warranty service.

RECURVE BOW TERMINOLOGY
Understanding recurve bow terminology and measuring techniques is
very important in setting up your new bow. Please familiarize yourself with
the following terms and measurements. Refer to them as needed. (Bow
shown from sight window side of bow.)
Upper Limb
Bow String
Tiller Measurement Point
Weight/Tiller Adjustment Bolt Weight/Tiller Locking Screw
Alignment Adjustment
Brace Height
Grip
Center Serving
Top Stabilizer Mounting
Weight/Tiller Adjustment Bolt
Lower Stabilizer Mounting
Center Stabilizer Mounting
VertaTune Clicker Plate Plunger Hole(s)
Clicker Mounting
Tiller Measurement Point
Alignment Adjustment
Weight/Tiller Locking Screw
Lower Limb
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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME TO TEAM HOYT!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Hoyt Recurve
product. We are excited and grateful to have you as a part of
Team Hoyt. You will be pleased to know that you have pur-
chased the most technologically advanced and dependable
product on the market. Only the finest components go into
every Hoyt bow along with nearly 85 years of industry lead-
ing experience in bow technology and manufacturing. With
proper use and some basic maintenance, your new Hoyt
Recurve product will provide you with years of great shooting
and dependability.
Archery is a very enjoyable form of recreation for people of all
ages and abilities. It is important to note that archery equip-
ment, when not used properly, can create a dangerous situa-
tion, including death and serious personal injury for the archer
or those around them. It is up to you to be a responsible
archer protecting both you and others when enjoying this
great sport. Whether you are an experienced archer or have
never shot a bow, you must READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL
CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR BOW. Following all
warnings and instructions contained in this manual will help
ensure you and others have the safest and most enjoyable
shooting experience possible. Keep this owner’s manual
handy and reference it often. Should you lose this manual
you can find a current manual online at www.hoyt.com . Good
luck and safe shooting!

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This manual contains several safety warnings and instructions
preceded with WARNING, CAUTION or NOTICE .
These signal words are designed to draw attention to impor-
tant safety information. WARNING indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
personal injury. CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could result in moderate or minor per-
sonal injury. NOTICE addresses safety practices not related
to personal injury.
WARNING
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE
HANDLING OR USING YOUR HOYT BOW. YOU ARE
RESPONSIBLE FOR ARCHERY SAFETY. Read and
follow all warnings and guidelines for safe operating
parameters at www.hoyt.com/safetyandwarnings
The warnings contained within this owner’s manual were cur-
rent at time of printing. For the most up to date list of warn-
ings please visit www.hoyt.com/safetyandwarnings
WARNING: Always read the warning labels and manu-
facturer’s instructions of all products being used in conjunc-
tion with a Hoyt bow, including but not limited to all archery
accessories and components directly attached to the bow
or used in conjunction with the bow such as targets, arrows,
broadheads, release aids, etc.
WARNING: It is critical that your bow is set up and func-
tioning within the bow’s required safe operating parameters
prior to use. Hoyt recommends that only a Genuine Hoyt Re-
tailer setup and inspect your archery equipment to ensure
that it is set up within the bow’s safe operating parameters.
(see page 10 for denition of Hoyt Bow Safe Operating Pa-
rameters).

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WARNING: Carefully inspect your bow before each use.
Before you handle or shoot your bow, carefully inspect the
condition of your bow, accessories, arrows, and your release
aid/nger tab, to ensure they are in good and proper working
condition. Any suspected damage to your bow should be in-
spected by Hoyt or a Genuine Hoyt Retailer for possible repair
or replacement.
WARNING: Before you handle or shoot your bow or other
archery products, Hoyt recommends that you be trained and
instructed in proper use by a certied archery coach. Sourc-
es such as USA Archery (www.teamusa.org/usa-archery/
coach¬ing/nd-an-instructor-or-coach), the National Field
Archery Association (NFAA) https://www.nfaausa.com/state-
organi¬zations, and The Archery Trade Association (ATA)
http://www.archery360.com/ have contact information for
certied archery coaches in your area. Other archery associa-
tions in your area or country may also have suitable programs.
WARNING: An adult should always supervise minors when
they are handling or shooting a bow.
WARNING: Never use alcohol or drugs while handling or
shooting your bow.
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when handling or
shooting your bow.
WARNING:Always use a bowstringer when stringing or
unstringing a recurve bow. (see page 15 for shooting string
installation).
WARNING: Never let go of the bow handle while drawing
the bow, holding the bow at full draw, or shooting the bow. It
is important that you are able to maintain a consistent and se-
cure grip on the bow handle without slippage of your hand on
the bow grip. Use of items such as hand lotions, sunscreens,
and insect repellents may limit your ability to maintain control
of the grip.
WARNING: Always ensure that the area around your bow
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caught in the moving parts of the bow. When shooting your
bow, never wear loose clothing, jewelry, or other items worn
on your body that may get caught in the bow or bow string
when the bow is shot.
WARNING: Never point or aim a bow at another person.
Be sure of your target and what lies beyond. Never shoot ar-
rows straight up into the air. Make sure that the path from
where you are shooting to the target and beyond is free from
people and obstructions. The view that you see when looking
through your sight while shooting (the sight picture) may not
clearly show the trajectory path of the arrow.
WARNING: Never dry re your bow. To dry re your bow,
means to shoot the bow without an arrow. Never try drawing a
bow that is too heavy for your strength or that does not t your
draw length as this could lead to an unintentional dry re. A dry
re could cause your bow to break and cause death or serious
injury to you or others. If your bow is dry-red there could be
both seen and unseen damage and it should be returned to
Hoyt or taken to a Genuine Hoyt Retailer for inspection before
any further use.
WARNING: Never loosen your limb weight adjustment
bolts (Tiller Bolts) more than 6 turns from the bottomed-out
position as it could cause the bow to violently disassemble
WARNING: Do not perform any maintenance, adjust-
ments, or have any work performed of any kind on any part of
your bow while drawing or during any other part of the shoot-
ing cycle. Do not allow others to work on or touch any part of
your bow during the shooting cycle.
WARNING: Never shoot a bow with the incorrect arrow
size (spine) or the incorrect arrow length. Shooting an incor-
rect arrow size or length could cause your arrow to break and
cause serious injury to you or others. Refer to the specic ar-
row manufacturer’s arrow selection chart to select the correct
arrow size and length for your setup.
WARNING: Never shoot a damaged arrow. Before each

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shot, inspect your arrows for damage. See the specic arrow
manufacturer’s warnings and instructions on proper arrow in-
spection methods. Discard all damaged arrows.
WARNING: Never mechanically alter or modify your bow.
Drilling holes, cutting, ling, or sanding are examples of me-
chanically altering your bow which will likely cause the bow to
break and could cause death or serious injury.
WARNING: Never draw or shoot a bow with frayed, worn,
or damaged strings as it could break. Frayed, worn, or dam-
aged bowstrings should be immediately replaced with a Hoyt
Genuine Recurve String. Carefully inspect the string each
time before shooting your bow. Hoyt recommends that you
replace your string when showing signs of wear or after two
years, whichever comes rst.
WARNING: Never draw or shoot your bow without all
string accessories (kisser button, nock points, string silenc-
ers) properly installed and secured to the string. Hoyt rec-
ommends that only a Genuine Hoyt Retailer install all string
accessories. (see page 10 for denition of Hoyt Bow Safe
Operating Parameters).
WARNING: Never expose your string to sharp objects
such as knives or broadheads, or direct heat sources
such as open ame or extremely hot objects as they could
easily cut or cause the string to break.
WARNING: Only use Genuine Hoyt manufactured re-
placement parts. Only Hoyt or a Genuine Hoyt Retailer should
perform replacement of damaged parts.
WARNING: Never expose your bow to extreme heat or
prolonged moisture. Damage can occur to your bow from
heat exposure, prolonged exposure to moisture and improper
storage.
WARNING: This warning is given in compliance with Cali-
fornia State Prop 65. This product contains chemicals known
to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.

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REQUIREDSAFEOPERATINGPARAMETERS
WARNING: It is critical that your bow is set up and func-
tioning within the bow’s required safe operating parameters
prior to use. Hoyt recommends that only a Genuine Hoyt Re-
tailer setup and inspect your archery equipment to ensure that
it is set up within the bow’s safe operating parameters. After
your bow is set up within the bow’s required safe operating
parameters, the bow should be tuned for improved accuracy
based on your shooting style and form, the arrow type and size
used, and all other accessories used. See page 18 for tips
and basic tuning procedures.
Limb Weight Adjustment Bolt (Tiller Bolts) Settings -
Some Hoyt Recurve bows have an adjustable limb system that
allows the bow’s peak draw weight to be adjusted within the
specic bow’s available range. Your
bow’s peak draw weight can be adjust-
ed within the bow’s range by turning
the bow’s top and bottom limb weight
adjustment bolts equally (see photo A).
WARNING: Never loosen your limb
weight adjustment bolts (Tiller Bolts)
more than 6 turns from the bottomed-
out position as it could cause the bow to violently disassemble
Attached Bow Accessories - Your Hoyt bow is equipped
with various accessory mounting locations to allow accesso-
ries such as sights, quivers, arrow rests, and stabilizers to be
attached to your bow. When attaching an accessory to your
bow, follow all accessory mounting and use instructions pro-
vided by the accessory manufacturer. Ensure that all acces-
sories are specically right handed or left handed to match
photo A

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your bow where applicable and that all mounting hardware is
securely tightened. Ensure that all attached accessories are
clear of string and arrow ight path when the bow is shot.
Arrow Rest Setting - There are many dierent arrow rest
designs and styles. Ensure the arrow rest is right handed or
left handed based on your bow. On all Hoyt Recurve bows,
arrow rests should be positioned on your bow so that your
arrow etchings completely clear the bow riser when the bow
is shot. Always follow and use the specic arrow rest manu-
facturer’s instructions for correctly
setting up the arrow rest for proper
function and tuning.
Arrow Length Setting - For all
Hoyt Recurve bows, the required
safe operating length/position of
the arrow in relationship to the ar-
row rest when setup within the safe
operating parameters is when the
tip or end of the arrow, measures a
minimum of 1” measured from the center of the rest mounting
hole to the tip or end of the arrow (see photo B). Draw lengths
vary from person to person, therefore the same arrow might
not be in the safe operation position for all shooters.
Nocking Points - All bows require the
use of a nocking point device to proper-
ly locate the arrow onto the bow string
in relationship to the arrow rest. For all
Hoyt Recurve bows, the required safe
operating position of the nocking point
device is when the arrow is attached to
the bow string and resting on the arrow
rest, the arrow will be between 0" - ½”
photo C
photo B
1"
1/2"
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above square (see photo C). Only use
a high quality archery serving material
for installing a “tied-on” nocking point
(see photo D for an example of a “tied-
on” nocking point).
Other String Accessories - Other
string accessories such a string silenc-
ers, kisser buttons or any other devices
attached to the bow string of your bow
must be installed in such a way that they cannot move or come
o of the bow string during shooting. Hoyt recommends that
only a Genuine Hoyt Retailer install and set-up any string ac-
cessories on your Hoyt bow.
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BOW LENGTH
Bow length is the distance from the tip of the top limb to the tip
of the bottom limb of an unstrung bow with the tape following
the limbs and going straight across the riser. Depending on
which riser length and limb length you choose, you can tailor
your bow to your specific needs. Refer to the following chart to
determine your bow length.
Riser Length Extra Short
Limbs
Short
Limbs
Medium
Limbs
Long
Limbs
21" 60" 62" 64" 66"
23" 62" 64" 66" 68"
25" 64" 66" 68" 70"
27" 66" 68" 70" 72"
DRAW WEIGHT
To determine the weight on your Hoyt bow, refer to the limb
specifications located on each limb.
The weight marked on the limb is measured at a 28” standard
A.T.A. (Archery Trade Association) draw length. A.T.A. draw
length is measured at 26 1/4” to the throat of the bow grip plus
1 3/4”. This produces an industry
standard by which draw weights are
measured.
Note: All limb weights are indicated
for a 25" riser. Actual limb weight
depends upon draw length, brace
height, riser length and limb bolt
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BOW ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING LIMBS
Carefully align the limb dovetail bushing with the correspond-
ing slot in the riser pocket. Push the limb into the pocket until
the detent button engages. You will feel or hear a light “click”
when this occurs, and the limb will stay in place under its own
weight when fully seated. It is normal at this stage for there to
be vertical movement possible with the limb.
WARNING: Always use a bowstringer when stringing or
unstringing a recurve bow.
Weight/Tiller Adjust Bolt
Pocket
Limb Butt
Weight/Tiller Adjust Bolt
Weight/Tiller Locking Screw
Detent Button

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Limb Butt
Detent Button
SHOOTING STRING INSTALLATION
(Installation for Hoyt stringer, for all other stringers,
see specific manufacturer's instructions)
1. Verify that you are installing the correct length and type
(material, strand count and construction) of string for the bow.
Carefully inspect the string for damage or any knots or tangles
that may have resulted from storage or handling.
2. Correctly made recurve strings have a larger and smaller
loop (diagram B). The larger loop is intended for the top limb.
· Pull the larger end loop over the top limb tip (diagram C).
· Slide the loop down the limb so it is approximately six inches
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· Place the smaller end loop on the bottom limb string groove
(diagram D).
3. With the bottom end loop securely in the bottom limb string
groove, slide the fabric or cup section (diagram F) (depending
on the model of the recurve bow stringer) over the string side
of the bottom limb. Then slide the limb gripper component
over the top limb, place it approximately six inches from the
limb tip (diagram E). Make sure the rubber component rests
against the target side of the limb and that the cord that
attaches the top and bottom pieces of the stringer is not
tangled and is routed on the string side of the bow.
4. Stand and hold the bow horizontally (diagram G) with the
recurve bow stringer cord should be hanging towards your
feet. As shown in the photo, step on the cord with both feet
while pulling up on the bow with one hand so the cord is tight-
ened, flexing the limbs. While maintaining tension on the bow,
slide the top end loop of the bowstring up the limb and secure
it in the top limb string groove (diagram H). Once the string is
in place, carefully relax the bow stringer cord by slowly letting
the bow down. The shooting string will tighten and hold the
bow at brace height.
5. Carefully inspect the shooting string and verify that it is
securely in the string grooves, and then remove the recurve
bow stringer.
6. Without an arrow, pluck the bowstring about one or two
inches to “seat” the limbs. This completes the assembly pro-
cedure (diagram I).
WARNING: Never dry re your bow. To dry re your bow,
means to shoot the bow without an arrow.
8. Carefully inspect the string for excessive wear and damage.
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WARNING: Never draw or shoot a bow with frayed, worn,
or damaged strings as it could break.
UNSTRINGING A RECURVE BOW
1. Place the bottom fabric or plastic cup (depending on the
model) on the bottom limb tip, the cord must be routed on the
shooting string side of the limb.
2. Place the top section of the recurve bow stringer over
the top limb, the limb gripper component should rest on the
target side of the limb, approximately six inches away from
the limb tip.
3. While standing up, with one hand hold the bow in the hori-
zontal position with the shooting string parallel to the ground,
as if the bow was pointed straight upward. The recurve bow
stringer cord should be hanging towards your feet.
4. Simply step on the cord with both feet. Simultaneously pull
up on the bow with one hand so the cord is tightened. Flexing
the limbs as if it was being drawn, slide the top end loop of the
bowstring down the limb. Once the shooting string is relaxed,
let the bow down and the shooting string and limbs will relax,
and the bow will be in the unstrung position. Do not pull the
limbs further than needed to relax the string.
5. Carefully remove the shooting string by first sliding the top
loop down the limb, with enough slack in the string, remove
the bottom end loop, then slide the top end loop up the limb
and remove the string.
6. To keep the shooting string from losing its twists and
adjusted length, clip or weave the top and bottom end loops
together so the string will not become untwisted. Carefully
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PRO SERIES LIMB ADJUSTMENT DOWELS
Hoyt's Pro Series Limb Adjustment Dowels allows an archer
to adjust each limb to be perfectly balanced throughout the
entire draw cycle.
Condition 1. String your bow and pay attention to the limb
tips. If the limb tips are sitting in the middle of the limb then no
adjustment is needed. (See condition 1.)
Condition 2. Unstring your bow and remove your limbs (See
page 15). If your limb tip is to the right, remove one or pos-
sibly two shims from the left stud and place them under the
right stud. This will move the limb tip to the center of the limb.
To remove the adjustment stud simply place the allen wrench
through the hole in the back of the riser and unscrew, clock-
wise, until the adjustment stud is completely removed from the
dowel. Remove the shims as needed, and place on the op-
posite adjustment stud. Replace both adjustment studs back
into the dowel and secure them with the allen wrench. Note:
do not over tighten. Over tightening the adjustment screws
can cause the adjustment studs to become xed into the dow-
el and yielding the adjustment system unusable.
Condition 3. Unstring your bow and remove your limbs (See
page 15). If your limb tip is to the left, remove one or possibly
two shims from the right stud and place them on the left stud.
This will move the limb tip to the center of the limb.
Condition 3.Condition 1.
Left Left LeftRight Right Right
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The shims are 0.005” thick. You should never place more than
5 shims on one adjustment stud. Placing more than 5 shims
on one side could cause the limb to not fully engage into the
dovetail dowel detent.
HOYT HARDLOCK ALIGNMENT SYSTEM
Hoyt's limb pocket design is the most precise, reliable pocket
system available today. This system will maintain correct set-
tings in the most severe conditions. Out of the package, Hoyt
bows are factory pre-aligned and lateral adjustment is optional
when used with Hoyt limbs. In general, the vast majority of set-
ups do not require lateral alignment adjustments. Adjustments
Right Adjustment Stud
Left Adjustment Stud
Shims
NOTE: The Pro Series
Alignment Dowel System also in-
corporates the lateral adjustment
features of the Hardlock Dowel
System. Refer to the Hardlock
Dowel section below for adjust-
ment details
NOTE: 2 shims per adjustment
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should not be made before the bow has been shot a minimum
of 100 shots.This will allow the mating surfaces of limbs and
riser to correctly seat to each other.
To make a lateral adjustment, follow these directions:
1. With your bow in the strung position, place a piece of
masking tape horizontally, approximately 4” (10cm) from the
end of the riser on the archer’s side of both limbs.
2. Locate the center of the limb with a measuring tape and
draw a vertical center line on the masking tape.
3. Measure 1/16” (approx. 2 mm) from the drawn vertical
center line and draw additional vertical lines on both left and
right sides.
4. If the bow string lines up with
the center line, your dowels are
properly aligned. If you notice
conditions A or B, proceed with
the following directions.
5. Unstring the bow utilizing an
appropriate bow stringer and
remove the limbs (See page 15).
6. Loosen the radial locking
screw.
7. Unscrew the alignment locking
screw and remove the alignment
cap and washers. Pull the align-
ment dowel and washers out from the sight window side of
the pocket.
8. Instructions for CONDITION A: Remove a washer from the
right side of the dowel and add it to the left side of the dowel
(see page 15).
9. Instructions for CONDITION B: Remove a washer from the
left side of the dowel and add it to the right side of the dowel.
(see page 15).
Note: To correct the alignment only add washers to the side
Condition ACondition B