1. Remove arm band from stabilizer by turning the tension adjustment knob counterclockwise
2. mount the stabilizer to the bow via a 5\16 x 24 bolt into the stabilizer bushing on the front of the bow. leave the bolt loose enough that the stabilizer can be moved with slight effort (this can alternately be mounted to a string stop bushing on the belly of the bow). Loosen the lock nuts on the stabilizer just enough that the stabilizer body can be moved with slight tension. loosen the 8 x 32 set screws holding the arm band track just enough to allow the band track to turn freely (this requires a 5/64″ allen wrench).
3. Grasp the bow in the bow hand as if reading to shoot an arrow (use proper form …. I.e. center of bow grip resting on life line of palm). At this point, it helps to have a partner, but can be done by ones-self. Just remember to maintain proper forearm alignment with the bow.
4. While holding the bow, position the stabilizer mount bracket and the stabilizer arm such that the body of the stabilizer rests 1/2 ” to 3/4 ” below the forearm and the arm band track nestles lightly around the forearm. Tighten the stabilizer mounting bolt and the lock nuts on the stabilizer body and at the mounting bar.
5. Insure the band track is centered under forearm and in alignment with forearm (running 90 degrees to length of forearm). Tighten the two 8×32 set screws. NOTE: there is no need to over tighten theses screws. Use only as much tension as can be created using the fingers on the short end of the allen wrench is all that is needed.
6. Re-assemble the arm band into the arm band track (insure the brass washer is between the aluminum body and the tension adjustment knob).
7. Assume a natural stance and hold the bow at arms length as if preparing to shoot. Make sure the stabilizer follows the natural position of the arm. Small adjustments to the stabilizer may be necessary. Insure that there is string clearance between the stabilizer and the string.
8. Adjust the arm band tension such that the stabilizer is solidly held to the forearm but not “squeezing” the forearm.
When using the stabilizer, do not “grip” the bow. Allow the bow to rest naturally in the lifeline of the hand (this is why it is important to have the stabilizer properly set-up before use). The stabilizer eliminates the need for slings and certainly will prevent the bow from jumping from the hand.
Bow hand torque is virtually eliminated with proper use of the stabilizer. This is the single biggest factor in contributing to the vast improvement in shooting versus a non-stabilized bow. This also happens to be one of the things that separates expert archers from average shooters.
In addition, the stabilizer, by making the bow one-unit with the arm, steadies aim. You will also notice greater shot to shot consistency by eliminating many form problems that plague the typical archer.
Now start shooting like a pro!
