Bass Pro Shops Extreme Baitcast Reel

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of an Extreme Baitcast Reel! This reel is manufactured with the highest quality components and has been extensively tested to ensure that your day on the water is more productive. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the integrated performance-enhancing features of this reel before use. This will help you to optimize the reel's settings and even further increase your fishing success. We wish you the best of luck in your future angling adventures!

Reel Care and Lubrication

Your new reel is designed to provide years of dependable service. Like any other precision machine, periodic cleaning and maintenance is required for continued peak performance.

Reels require both a lightweight oil and grease. Oil and grease should be used sparingly; too much can have a negative impact on reel performance. Lightweight oils and grease made specifically for fishing reels can be found at basspro.com.

As a rule of thumb, oils should be used to lubricate any moving part on the reel, e.g., ball bearings, bushings, handle joints, and bail springs. Grease should be used to lubricate the main drive gear and pinion gear.

Bass Pro Shops does not recommend using any multipurpose oils, as many of these oils have properties that will attract dirt and dust to the internal parts, potentially causing excessive wear and reducing the life of the reel.

After each trip, the reel should be checked for dirt or sand. If it has been exposed to saltwater, the spool should be removed and the entire reel rinsed in freshwater. Dry with a soft cloth and lubricate the reel as described above.

Features

1-Pc. Aluminum Frame & Aluminum Spool

The 1-piece aluminum frame design enhances strength and durability, allowing for sustained peak performance over time. The spool is made from lightweight aluminum for reduced weight and longer casts. This part has also been anodized to protect from corrosion.

Dual Braking System™

Our patented Dual Braking System combines a centrifugal and magnetic braking system to help minimize backlash. Both of these systems are externally adjustable for easy use. By rotating the outer dial on the palming sidecover, you can increase or decrease the amount of magnetic force (0-10) applied to the spool. The inner dial controls the number of brake shoes used by the centrifugal system to slow the spool's rotation. When the centrifugal dial is set on "FREE", there is no centrifugal force applied to the spool. You can control the centrifugal force by rotating the inner dial to 1, 2, or 3 to allow 2, 4, or 6 brake shoes to create friction against the spool's brake ring. We suggest you start with the dial set at 2 when you first use your reel. As you get more comfortable with the reel, you can adjust the amount of centrifugal force to adapt to prevailing conditions.

Powerlock™ Instant Anti-Reverse

Your reel is equipped with our Powerlock instant anti-reverse system. This is a special type of bearing that allows the handle to only turn forward. There is no play in the handle, so you have complete control during the retrieve and no "loose" feeling, which is important during stop-and-go retrieves.

Star Drag

The powerful star drag gives you the power needed to fight the biggest of fish. The lightweight washer system will not slip, even when wet. The large drag discs provide a smooth flow of line at any setting. The star drag is located just under the reel handle. To adjust, simply turn forward to tighten.

Cast Control Knob

The cast control knob is located on the handle side under the star drag. Its purpose is to apply continuous friction to the end of the spool shaft, assisting the braking system in maintaining the correct spool speed. This helps to prevent backlashes. To set the cast control, tie on your lure and reel it to the tip of the rod. Tighten the knob until it feels snug. Push the thumb bar. Your lure should not move. Hold the rod at a 2 o'clock position and slowly turn the knob counter-clockwise until the lure starts to fall. Let the lure hit the ground and watch the spool. The spool should not spin more than one revolution after the lure hits the ground. If it spins more than one revolution, tighten the cast control knob and repeat the procedure. If the spool does not spin after the lure hits the ground, the cast control is set too tight. Loosen the knob and repeat the procedure.

Specifications

Bass Pro Shops® Fishing Reels Limited Warranty

Bass Pro Shops will repair or replace (at its discretion) any Bass Pro Shops reel which proves to be defective in workmanship or materials within one year from the original date of purchase. You must save your dated sales receipt for warranty validation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

For reels purchased through our catalogs or Bass Pro Shops online:

• For reel replacement only: Return your reel postage prepaid with your dated sales receipt to the Return Center address listed on your receipt.
• For reel repair only: Return your reel postage prepaid with a copy of your dated sales receipt as proof of purchase and warranty validation to the Outdoor World Rod & Reel Repair® address below.

For reels purchased through Bass Pro Shops retail locations:

• For reel replacement only: Return your reel (postage prepaid if sending by mail) along with your dated sales receipt to the store from which it was purchased.
• For reel repair only: Return your reel postage prepaid with a copy of your dated sales receipt as proof of purchase and warranty validation to the Outdoor World Rod & Reel Repair address below.

Outdoor World Rod & Reel Repair
2300 E. Turner, Suite M
Springfield, MO 65803

This warranty does not cover lost parts, malfunctions, or damage due to abuse, accidents, or normal wear. Failure to clean, lubricate, and provide reasonable and necessary maintenance will void the warranty. Repairs needed to your reel due to abnormal use or modification, or after warranty expiration, are available for a reasonable charge from Outdoor World Rod & Reel Repair, providing the reel is returned postage paid.

Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, there are no warranties or conditions, express or implied, other than those expressly set out herein. Bass Pro Shops shall not, under any circumstances, be liable for an amount greater than the actual purchase price of the product nor for any special, incidental, or consequential damages suffered or incurred in connection with the product and Bass Pro Shops does not assume, and does not authorize any person to assume for it, any obligation or liability other than those expressly set out herein.

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