ORVIS Battenkill Mid Arbor Reel User manual

INTRODUCTION
Features of your Battenkill Mid Arbor reel include:
• Corrosion-proof machined anodised aluminum frame
• Centre line drag with glass composite drag surface
• Easily interchangeable spool
• Left- to right-hand change, no tools required
• Corrosion-resistant stainless steel gearing
DRAG OPERATION
Battenkill Mid Arbor reels feature a dependable
centre line drag system.
To adjust the drag, turn the knob (figure 1) clock-
wise to increase resistance, and counter-clockwise to
decrease it. The minimum drag setting should never
be less than the pressure required to prevent over-
running of the line on fast runs. Additional drag may
be applied by palming the spool rim with your fingers
or palm.
The easy drag adjustment is infinitely variable, providing
wide-ranging and controllable settings.
SPOOL REMOVAL
The spool release is located in the middle of the reel
spool (figure 2). To remove, depress the spool release
latch while simultaneously lifting the spool out of the
reel body.
RETRIEVAL CONVERSION
All Battenkill Mid Arbor reels have the drag
factory installed for left-hand wind (figure 3).
To change your reel to right-hand wind,unclip
the one-way clutch retainer (part #18) by
squeezing the retaining tags. Remove one-way
clutch bearing (part #17) and flip over so the plastic
side is facing up. Replace clutch retainer.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Your new Battenkill Mid Arbor reel has been properly lubricated
prior to shipping. However, it should be cleaned and lubricated
after extensive use or after contact with dirt or sand. Your reel should
receive routine cleaning and maintenance at least twice each year.
Lightly lubricate all moving components—handle, centre spindle,
and gear shaft with all-purpose grease, available in tackle shops. Do not
put the reel away wet, or into a wet reel case or tackle box. For extend-
ed storage, remove both line and backing and loosen the drag.
GUARANTEE
Your reel is unconditionally guaranteed against defects in materials and
workmanship.
If you have any problems, simply send your reel and a £7.95 check to
the following address:
The Orvis Company Inc., Clearwater House, Unit 28 North Way,
Andover, Hampshire SP10 5RW
If the reel is in any way defective in materials or workmanship, your
£7.95 repair check will be returned to you at once.
Your reel will be completely serviced (cleaned, lubricated, and
returned to you postpaid) for a fee of £7.95, plus cost of parts.
Damaged reels can be repaired on an individual basis and repair work
will be billed at the hourly shop rate, plus parts. We will provide a
written estimate upon receipt of the reel prior to any work being done.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about the operation and maintenance of
your new reel, Orvis Technical Advisors are always available.
Email: [e-mail]
THE ORVIS COMPANY INC. | CLEARWATER HOUSE | UNIT 28 NORTH WAY
ANDOVER, HAMPSHIRE SP10 5RW | www.orvis.co.uk
Battenkill Mid Arbor Reel
Figure 1
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THE ORVIS COMPANY INC. | CLEARWATER HOUSE | UNIT 28 NORTH WAY
ANDOVER, HAMPSHIRE SP10 5RW | www.orvis.co.uk
Battenkill Mid Arbor Reel
REEL ASSEMBLY
1 Spool
2 Housing
3 Reel Foot
4 Reel Foot Screw
5 Push Pin Head
6 Push Head
7 Push Head Spring
8 Push Head Cover
9 Push Head Cover Screw
10 Handle Screw
11 Handle Collar
12 Handle Knob
13 Handle Rivet
14 Balance Screw
15 Balance O-Ring
16 Handle Balance
17 One-Way Bearing
18 One-Way Retainer
19 Spool Click Spring
20 Spool Click Pin
21 Spool Click Nut
22 Main Shaft
23 Disk Plate I
24 Sleeve
25 Disk Plate II
26 Disk Plate III
27 Drag Plate
28 Guide Washer
29 Ball Bearing
30 Drag Click Spring
31 Drag Click Pin
32 Drag Plate Pin
33 Main Shaft Nut I
34 Drag Rear Washer I
35 Drag Rear Washer II
36 Drag Rear Washer III
37 Drag Knob
38 Drag Knob Lock W/S
39 Drag Knob Screw
40 Drag Knob Cap
1514
3439 363738 35
4
29
30
33 32
31
232425
2728 26 19202122
18
576
17
16
3
21211
110
98
13
2840
Battenkill Mid Arbor Fly Reel Specifications
Capacity in Yards
* Indicates 20-lb Dacron backing and a standard weight-forward float-
ing fly line. All other capacities are quoted using 30-lb Dacron backing.
WF3 150*
WF4 125*
WF5 100*150*
WF6 125*
WF7 100*150
WF8 125
WF9 100 125
WF10 100
WF11 75
LINE WEIGHT
BATTENKILL MID ARBOR REEL
Capacity Chart
II III IV V
II Reel | weight: 5.5 oz. | 3 inches
III Reel | weight: 5.7 oz. | 31⁄4 inches
IV Reel | weight: 6.1 oz. | 31⁄2 inches
V Reel | weight: 6.5 oz. | 33⁄4 inches