Martin Archery Compound Bow - Manual (Page 4)

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/shoot-
ing 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 ap-
propriate 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