Abu Garcia Conventional Round Reels User Manual
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C. AMBASSADEUR FAMILY OF CONVENTIONAL REELS:
Packed with tradition, the ambassadeur series of conventional reels offers time tested
performance and durability. The family includes Alphamar LC, Big Game, 7000i C3, 7000i C3
CT MAG HS, and 7000i.
D. HOW TO FILL THE SPOOL WITH LINE
All ambassadeur conventional reels are designed for monofilament, braid and fluorocarbon lines.
Personal preference and fishing conditions will determine line selection. Begin by passing the
line through the guide located on the front of the reel. Secure the line to the reel using the arbor
knot. Control the filler spool by inserting a pencil into the spool hub. While maintaining tension
on the line with your fingers, wind the reel handle and continue to fill with line to approximately
1/16” (1.5 mm) below the top of the reel spool for best results. Do not overfill.
to
learn how to tie the arbor knot in this video)
Braided Line
Some anglers prefer to add a monofilament backing to the reel spool before attaching braided
line. This helps reduce line slip. Using the above instructions, fill the spool with enough
monofilament line to cover the spool. Tie the tag end of the monofilament backing to the
braided line using a uni-to-uni knot, Albright knot or equivalent. Continue to fill the spool with
braid to approximately 1/16” (1.5 mm) inside the upper lip of the spool. Do not overfill.
to learn how to tie the uni-to-uni knot in this video)
E. DRAG ADJUSTMENT
Ambassader conventional reels deliver 12 to 27 lbs of smooth and reliable drag tension
depending on model. Control the amount of drag by turning the adjustment star inside the reel
handle. Rotate the star clockwise (right) to increase drag or counterclockwise (left) to decrease
drag. For best results the drag should be adjusted to approximately one-third of the breaking test
of the line being used. This can be accomplished by tying the line to a spring scale for precise
adjustment. Make sure the reel is first mounted on a rod and the line has been run though the rod
guides before tying to the scale. The drag should always release before the line reaches its
breaking point. Factors such as line type, technique and fishing conditions may require
adjustment to these recommendations. Any drag setting above half of the line strength risks line
breakage.