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HOW A LEVER DRAG OPERATES

Pre-programming and operating your lever drag is very easy. The drag adjustment

range is almost infinite and is based on line strength. The basic formula is to set

the "STRIKE" drag at approximately one-third of the line test. For example, if you

are using 20 lb. test, the strike drag should be no more than 7 lbs. Using 30 lb.

test, it should be no more than 10 lbs.

To pre-program the drag:

Start by moving the lever to "FREE" and turning the pre-program knob clockwise to

increase the drag range. Now move the lever forward to the "STRIKE" position

where it will automatically stop. Pull line from the reel or check the scale reading

as the line is released. Continue to fine tune your drag range adjustments (with

the lever at "FREE" each time) until you are satisfied with the tension at "STRIKE".

Warning: Always make changes to the pre-programming knob with the lever in

"FREE" because turning the pre-programming knob with the lever in strike may

damage the reel.

Fishing:

Once you have established your drag setting, you can return to the pre-

programmed "STRIKE" settings at all times. Your reel will "remember" this setting

forever, so you will never be in doubt about what drag pressure you are exerting

on the fish.

If you wish to go past your "STRIKE" setting to put even more

pressure on a fish just depress the strike stop button located in the drag lever

quadrant so you can move the lever toward the "FULL" position. This will gradually

increase the drag force, up to an additional 70%, to its maximum control. This

setting is to be used with caution since the combination of programmed control

and increased line leverage may exceed your line strength. It is recommended

that the "STRIKE" setting be checked before each use and after encountering any

long running fish.

Setting the drag...

Strike Position

Strike to Check

Free Spool

Libre mouvement

Full Drag

Frein

maximum