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Welcome to Mathews® . Congratulations on your purchase and for participating in the great

Mathews® tradition of INNOVATION, INTEGRITY and IMPACT.We’re please that you recognize Mathews® as the industry leader

in bow performance technology.Finally, thank you for helping us support the National Archery

in the Schools Program (NASP), which is literally changing kids’ livesone arrow at a time!

Please read the following information to make sure you understandthe details of our outstanding warranty service and how to properly

use your new bow.

Personal RecordsMathews® warranty is activated upon registration of your bow

by the Authorized Mathews® Retailer.Fill out the following personal bow record for future reference:

Bow Model:

Serial Number:(located above the grip on most models)

Purchased At:(Authorized Mathews® Retailer)

Purchase Date:

Sales Associate:

Draw Length: Draw Weight:

Important Notes:

Stay connected 24/7 at mathewsinc.com.

BowLife User Name:

Password:

Chat with people all over the country on the Mathews® Forum.

User Name:

Password:

Original OwnerName:

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Daytime Phone:

Evening Phone:

E-mail:

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Mathews® Limited Lifetime Warranty*. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY. YOUR MATHEWS® BOW IS WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP TO THE ORIGINAL, REGISTERED OWNER WHEN PURCHASED AT AN AUTHORIZED RETAILER, FOR THE LIFE OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER. THIS INCLUDES ALL BOW PARTS EXCEPT THE STRING, BUSS CABLE, CABLE SLIDE, RUBBER STRING SUPPRESSORS, MONKEY TAILS, STRING GRUB AND COSMETIC APPEARANCE (CHIPS, DINGS, SCRATCHES) CAUSED BY NORMAL USE AND WEAR. ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS ARE PROCESSED THROUGH AN AUTHORIZED MATHEWS® RETAILER. YOUR AUTHORIZED MATHEWS® RETAILER WILL CONTACT A MATHEWS® WARRANTY TECHNICIAN ON YOUR BEHALF. ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR IMPLIED, ARE VOID WITH ANY ALTERATIONS TO THE BOW INCLUDING COSMETIC REFINISHING.

NOTE: Mathews® reserves the right to make substitutions on warranty coverage for any reason, including but not limited to available parts and/or camo pattern.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITYMATHEWS MANUFACTURING, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL OR CONSE-QUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT RESULT FROM THE PERFORMANCE AND USE OF THE PRODUCTS, EVEN IF MATHEWS MANUFACTURING, INC. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. APPLICABLE LAW MAY NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATIONS OF EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY OR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

PLEASE NOTE: Authorized Mathews® Retailers may charge for warranty work performed.

* Limited Lifetime Warranty to the Original Owner.

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Mathews® 101: About Your New Bow.

Idler Wheel

Quick Change Connector

ZX Cam™

Quick Change Axle

SE5 Composite Slim Limb™

Harmonic Damper™

Harmonic Damper™Harmonic Damper™

StabilizerBushing

Harmonic Stabilizer™

Grid Lock™ Riser

Slim Fit™In-Line Grip

Reverse Assist™ Roller Guard™

Rest Hole

Zebra®

Barracuda®Bowstring

Monkey Tail™

Quad V-Lock™

AdvancedVectoringSystem (AVS™)

StringServing

Zebra®

Barracuda®Bow Cable

Dead End™

String Stop

TimingWindow

Limb Turret™

StringSuppressor™

StringSuppressor™

String Grub™

SphereLock™

Mathews® McPherson® Series

MR7™

Mathews® Z7™ Xtreme™Mathews® Z7™ Xtreme™

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Safety First. Bulls-Eyes Second.Before using this equipment, please abide by all of the following safety guidelines and warnings. Consult your Authorized Mathews® Retailer with questions.

To insure your personal safety and the safety of those around you, it is necessary that you READ, UNDERSTAND and FOLLOW all warnings and safety precautions prior to using or working on your bow or any archery equipment used with the bow.

WARNING: This bow is intended strictly for recreational use only. The warnings that follow are speci�cally directed to the use of the bow.

WARNING: Mathews Incorporated shall not be liable for injuries su�ered or caused by misuse, unsafe or improper arrow and bow combinations or for injuries sustained when using an altered or modi�ed bow or by un-conventional use.

WARNING: Never work on, or attempt to shoot your Mathews® bow while on medication that may impair your judgment, physical abilities, or re�exes. Never work on, or attempt to shoot your Mathews® bow while under the in�uence or while consuming drugs or alcohol. Doing so can result in damage to the bow, in�ict serious injury or even death.

Equipment WarningsNOTICE: While the warnings contained herein relate speci�cally to the bow and arrow, themajority of bows produced are used in bow hunting situations where other types of equipment and accessories are used.

If you are a bow hunter, it is highly recommended that you become knowledgeable of the recommendations and warnings that are associated with all equipment that is used by you for bow hunting.

Maintenance and Repair of Your Mathews® Bow

WARNING: Your Mathews® bow is a precision instrument that requires speci�c tools and expertise. Accordingly, Mathews® recommends that all maintenance and repair of your Mathews® bow be perfomed by an Authorized Mathews® Retailer. Failure to comply with this warning may cause damage to your bow and may in�ict serious injury or even death and may void your warranty. Mathews® shall not be held liable if this warning is ignored.

Maintenance and Repair of Your Mathews® Bow

WARNING: NEVER EXPOSE YOUR BOW TO EXTREME HEAT OR PROLONGED MOISTURE. Excessive heat such as that experienced on a sunny day inside a closed vehicle could cause component failure. Prolonged storage in a hot, dry attic or damp basement could also be damaging. Keep your bow clean and dry and store the bow properly when it’s not in use. Damage caused by extreme exposure to heat or the elements will not be covered under warranty and could in�ict serious injury to yourself and those around you.

Prior to Shooting Your Bow

WARNING: CAREFULLY INSPECT YOUR BOW BEFORE EACH USE. ALWAYS be sure that you take the following actions before each use of your bow:

> Carefully inspect the condition of the bowstring and cable(s).> Carefully inspect the condition of the string servings, nocking point or string loop.> Carefully inspect that the limbs, cams and riser are in proper condition and orientation.> Always keep your bow string and cable(s) waxed. > Damaged strings and cable(s) will adversely a�ect the performance of your bow and could result in further damage to other bow components and may in�ict serious injury to yourself and those around you.

Always inspect bow string and cable(s), arrows, nocks, �etching, arrow rest, bow sight, and all other accessories before use for damage. Any damaged bow parts or accessories should be reported to your Authorized Mathews® Retailer for inspection or replacement.

WARNING: Use extreme caution when handling sharp objects or arrows equipped with broadheads around the bow’s string and cable(s). If a string or cable is cut or frayed it should be replaced immediately. A cut string or cable(s) can result in instantaneous separation and may in�ict serious injury to yourself and those around you.

WARNING: NEVER DRY-FIRE YOUR BOW. Dry-�ring is when the bow string is drawn and released without an arrow nocked to the string. If you dry-�re your bow it may severely reduce the life expectancy of the bow and may cause immediate damage to the bow and may in�ict serious injury to yourself and those around you.

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Counter-ClockwiseRotation Decreases

Draw Weight

ClockwiseRotation Increases

Draw Weight

AllenWrench

SphereLock™

Limb BoltAssembly

At Your Service...Pro Shop Expertise.For the most reliable service and expertise, please consult your local Authorized Mathews® Retailer for technical services including the following:

> Adjusting draw length and draw weight> Installing string accessories, such as peep sight, nocks, loops, etc.> Replacing and servicing strings and cables> Tuning and sighting in your bow> Correct arrow selection> Mounting new accessories> Coordinating warranty repairs> Proper technique and setup for pressing bows

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Setting Up Your New Mathews® Bow.Draw Weight

Mathews® bows have approximately a ten pound range of weight reduction from the bow’s peak weight (example:if the bow has a peak weight of 70 pounds, it can be adjusted as low as 60 pounds). Draw weight adjustments are made using either a 3/16” or 7/32” Allen wrench. Turn the limb bolt clockwise to increase the draw weight and counter-clockwise to decrease the weight. Both limb bolts must be adjusted equally or the bow may become out oftune. The SphereLock™ Limb Boltshould be snug. Do not over-tighten.Each rotation equals approximately2 to 4 pounds of draw weight.Consult your Authorized Mathews® Retailer for the maximum number of rotations your bow can be decreased.

Prior to Shooting Your Bow

WARNING: Always shoot the recommended minimum arrow weight. Do not shoot an arrow weighing less than �ve grains for every pound of draw weight. For example, if your bow is set at 70 lbs. do not shoot an arrow weighing less than 350 grains. Shooting an arrow below �ve grains per pound of the bows draw weight can cause damage to your bow and may in�ict serious injury to yourself and those around you. Damage caused by shooting an arrow that is too light will not be covered under warranty.

Shooting an underweight arrow has an e�ect similar to that of a dry-�re and may in�ict serious injury to yourself and those around you. If you are unsure about the arrow compliance to your bow, contact your Authorized Mathews® Retailer or the arrow manufacturer.

WARNING: Always follow the inspection recommendations provided by the manufacturer of your arrows. Inspect your arrows and nocks regularly or preferably before each use. Imme-diately discard any dented, split, splintered or otherwise damaged arrows. Replace cracked, damaged or broken nocks.

NEVER SHOOT A DAMAGED ARROW. Shooting a damaged arrow may in�ict serious injury to yourself and those around you.

Shooting Your Bow

WARNING: ALWAYS BE SAFE! NEVER shoot straight up. NEVER draw or attempt to shoot your bow until you are sure that no part of the bow can come into contact with another object during the shooting process. DO NOT draw the bow beyond its speci�ed draw length. NEVER point or aim a drawn bow at another person or at any object you do not intend to shoot.

WARNING: ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET. Make sure that there are no people, livestock, buildings, roads or other objects behind or near your target. Be sure that your backstop is large enough to catch a stray arrow and that it is thick enough that the arrow cannot completely penetrate through it. When shooting with others, never retrieve arrows or allow others to retrieve arrows until all arrows have been shot and the shooting lane is clear.

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Mathews® MaintenanceStoring Your Bow

Avoid storing your bow for extended periods of time in areas subject to extreme heat, such as the trunk of a vehicle or in a garage. Damage to your limbs, strings, and other parts of the bow caused by extreme heat, may not be covered under the manufacturer’s lifetime warranty.If your bow becomes subject to moisture, be sure it is completely dry before storing it. Do not use solvents, sprays or cleaners such as acetone or mineral spirits, on or around your bow, as they may adversely a�ect the �nish. Rather, use a damp cloth to clean.

Bushings are Self-LubricatingYour Mathews® bow requires no lubrication. All bushings are self lubricating or havesealed ball bearings.

Periodically Check Strings and CablesAlways inspect your bow for frayed strings and cables. Replace damaged strings and cables immediately. The Zebra® Bowstring and Cable on your Mathews® should be waxed and maintained using a silicone based wax. By replacing your bowstrings with Zebra® bowstrings you will continue to enjoy the maximum performance & e�ciencies of your bow asit was designed.

Mathews® Innovation

> Ensures maximum performance from your Mathews® Bow> Dual-bundle balanced bowstrings don’t rotate during draw, making peep sight alignment devices unnecessary> Servings are extra secure and durable> Pre-stretched to minimize creep & maximize speed!> Made to �t virtually any one cam, two cam, or crossbowManufactured from incredibly strong materials!

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Personalize your bow with:• Your Name• Your Archery Club• Your Favorite PreyContact your Authorized Mathews® Retailer for details.

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