ARCHERY SAFETY WARNING
Archery/hunting requires a high level of skill and caution at all times to avoid personal injury or property damage. Arrows should always be inspected before each use for signs of damage. Any arrow can become damaged. A damaged arrow could break upon release and injure you or a bystander. Damage to an arrow shaft, or any of its components, may occur from: improper transport, handling, or use; impacts with hard objects or other arrows; or, after being shot into a game animal. No list can cover all possible conditions and situations that may cause damage, so it is crucial to your safety and the safety of those around you that all arrows and components (new or used) are inspected for possible damage. Use good judgment and common sense, as well as follow the warnings and instructions below, to determine if your arrow has been damaged in any way.
WARNING! NEVER SHOOT A DAMAGED ARROW.
ARROW USE PRECAUTIONS
Before each shot ( even for the first shot of a new arrow) carefully inspect each arrow shaft, nock, and other components to see that they have not been damaged. Place the arrow between your thumb and fingers, and using your other hand to slowly rotate the shaft, run your fingertips along the entire arrow length, feeling and looking closely for nicks, cracks, splits, dents, or other marks that could indicate the shaft has been damaged, especially at the 2ends of the arrow. If your arrow is crested, inspect for damage on the crest surface. You may need to remove the cresting to make a thorough inspection.
If shaft damage is present,
DISCARD THE ARROW.
WARNING! NEVER SHOOT A DAMAGED ARROW.
Grasp the shaft just above the point and below the nock, then Flex the arrow, away from you or others, along its length so as to deflect it approximately 1 to 2 inches in an arc and listen for cracking. Before shooting, run your fingertip along the entire arrow shaft length, feeling and looking for nicks, cracks, splits, dents, or other marks that could indicate any possible shaft damage.. Perform this test four to six times, rotating the arrow slightly between each flex until you have gone around the entire arrow. If you hear or feel cracking, the carbon has been damaged.
DISCARD THE ARROW.
WARNING! NEVER SHOOT A DAMAGED ARROW.
Before each shot, inspect the nock/pin for damage, also check that the nock and Nock PIN is fully seated, and fits tightly in the shaft. Apply twisting pressure to see if the nock/Pin turns easily. If the nock/pin has backed out of the arrow or the fit is loose (rotates easily), inspect further for cracks in the nock end of the arrow shaft. If applicable, you may need to remove the cresting to make a thorough inspection. If there are cracks in the shaft or the nock is loose,
DISCARD THE ARROW.
WARNING! NEVER SHOOT A DAMAGED ARROW.
NEVER USE AN ARROW WITH ANY SIGN OF DAMAGE, INSPECT ARROWS FOR DAMAGE PRIOR TO EVERY SHOT
A cracked or split arrow can suffer catastrophic failure upon release and cause severe injury to yourself and others in the area. If you do not understand these instructions, or cannot adequately perform the above tests, seek the appropriate assistance.
PRACTICE SAFE ARCHERY
After loading an arrow into a bow, ensure that the nock is fully seated against the string and that the nock fits tightly into the shaft never point at any person or property. An arrow can be accidentally discharged and cause severe injury and property damage. Never shoot an arrow without having full visual contact with the target and knowing what is behind the target. Always inspect your bow, arrows and components prior to each use.
