CARBON MATRIX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND
INFORMATION:
1) Composite constructed components, such as the
Carbon Matrix bow riser, may show small surface
separations in the paint and/or top surface layer of the
construction. This is a typical composite condition which
may become more visible as the bow is used over time.
These small separations are considered normal and nonstructural
provided that they
are under 1/8 inch in length
and less than 1/32 inch wide
at its widest location. These are
typically not fractures or breaks
in the carbon fibers themselves
and do not represent a structural
failure.
For separations that are larger
than 1/8 inch in length and/
or wider than 1/32 inch wide,
the bow should be returned to
Hoyt for inspection and testing.
(See warranty information
for instructions on returning
product to Hoyt). If the bow
is found to have a structural
failure, the riser will be repaired
or replaced under the normal
conditions of Hoyt�s Limited
Lifetime Warranty. If the bow
has no structural failure, the
bow will be returned and can
resume normal use.
2) Extreme care should be taken to avoid impact damage
to the Carbon Matrix riser.
The Carbon Matrix is designed to withstand high stress
flexing and high stress loading that would be associated
with normal use and function of the bow.
However, in general, composite structures do not withstand
high load impact such as being dropped from a
tree, or by having some other object impact the structure.
In the event that your bow does encounter a surface
impact, you must carefully inspect the riser for damage.
If impacted, inspect the area for visible broken fibers,
multitude of separation cracks, cracking that appears to
resemble a spider-web, dented surface, or a soft flexible
surface at the impact point. If any of the above conditions
are apparent or suspect, the bow should be considered
damaged and should not be used any further.
In the event that the bow was exposed to an impact and
damage is evident as described above, you can return
the bow to Hoyt for an evaluation. (See warranty information
for instructions on returning product to Hoyt). If the
riser is determined to be damaged and not fit for use,
Hoyt may offer a replacement of damaged components
at the owner�s expense. Damage, including impact damage,
caused accidentally, from misuse of the product, or
from use not associated with normal archery practices, is
NOT covered under the Hoyt Limited Lifetime warranty.
3) The Carbon Matrix riser, or any other component of
any Hoyt bow, should not be modified in any way. Drilling
holes, cutting, filing, sanding, or other forms of physical
modifications to any Hoyt bow or component will damage
the bow and could possibly cause harm or injury to
the owner or bystanders. Any modification to any bow or
component will immediately void any and all warranty for
the bow and/or component.
4) The Carbon Matrix riser is completed using various
aluminum components that are either attached by adhesive
or by mechanical fasteners such as screws to the
exterior of the riser. Any attempt to remove any of the
aluminum factory attached components will immediately
void any and all warranty for the bow and/or components.
Do not attempt to remove or adjust the security screws
attaching the stabilizer mount or the sight/arrow rest
mounting insert.
5) Care should be given to not expose the Carbon Matrix
bow to any solvents, lubricants, or other substances that
contain silicone as the structure could be weakened.
6) Care should be given to not expose the Carbon Matrix
to extreme heat, flame, or other adverse conditions that
could possibly damage the bow.
7) The Carbon Matrix comes with a factory installed
wood grip. The grip is attached to the carbon riser using
glue or other means of adhering the grip to the riser. The
grip is not intended to be removed. Any damage caused
to the grip or the riser due to removal will immediately
void the warranty for the damaged part.
8) Composite constructed components, such as the
Carbon Matrix bow riser, may exhibit a creaking sound
during the first few shots when the bow is new. This
creaking sound could come and go for the first few 100
shots. This is a normal condition for Composite structures
and is not a structural failure.
If the Carbon Matrix has been stored for a prolonged
period of time without being used (several weeks at a
time), the bow may exhibit creaking sound again for the
first few shots. This is a normal condition for composite
structures and is not a structural failure.
