Original Battenkill Disc - Orvis

Original Battenkill ® Disc
INTRODUCTION
Features of your Battenkill Disc reel include:
• The best selling reel of all time, Battenkill Disc reels are designed to be
durable, smooth operating, and attractive.
• Counterweighted spools for vibration-free operation at high revolutions.
• Anodized aluminum or stainless steel for complete corrosion resistance.
• Spools have bronze bushings so there is no distortion when spinning
against the hard shaft.
• All models change from right- to left-hand retrieve in seconds.
• One-sided frame permits quick and easy spool changes with no line
pinching.
• The spool rim is exposed for easy palming and precise control of running
fish.
SPOOL REMOVAL
The spool release is located in the middle of the
reel spool. To remove the spool, depress the spool
release while simultaneously lifting the spool out of
the body.
LEFT-HAND CONVERSION
The Battenkill Disc reels have the drag factory
installed for right-hand wind as indicated by the “R”
printed on the center ratchet gear. To change your
reel to left-hand wind, simply slide the ratchet gear
off the center spindle, turn it over so the “R” faces
toward the reel frame, and slide the ratchet gear back
over the center spindle. The reel is now set for lefthand
wind.
DRAG OPERATION
The Battenkill Disc reels feature a multistage disc drag
system that incorporates stainless steel, Rulon ® , and brass
components to ensure smooth trouble-free performance.
The drag should be adjusted to meet the fishing
conditions. To adjust the drag, turn the drag adjustment
knob clockwise (+) to increase the drag and counterclockwise
(-) to decrease the drag. The minimum drag
setting should never be less than the pressure required to
prevent overrunning of the line on fast runs.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Your new Battenkill Disc reel has been properly lubricated prior to
shipping. However, it should be cleaned and lubricated after extensive use
or after contact with dirt, sand, or saltwater. Your reel should receive routine
cleaning and maintenance at least twice each year. Lightly lubricate
all moving components—handle, center spindle, and gear shaft with Penn
reel lube, available in tackle shops. After lubrication, check screws for
proper tightness. Do not put the reel away wet, or into a wet reel case or
tackle box.
Following use in saltwater, the reel should be rinsed in fresh water and
all parts, except drag surfaces, lightly oiled. The body and spool should be
wiped with a lightly oiled cloth.
For extended storage, remove both line and backing and loosen the
drag.
QUESTIONS
If you have any questions about the operation and maintenance of
your new reel, Orvis Technical Advisors are always available. Email: info@
orvis.com. Phone: 1-800-778-4778.
GUARANTEE
Your Orvis Battenkill Disc reel is unconditionally guaranteed
against defects in materials and workmanship.
If you have any problems, simply send your reel and a $10 check to
the following address:
By USPS Mail: Orvis Reel Service; PO Box 798; Manchester, VT
05254.
By FedEx or UPS: Orvis Reel Service; Tennis Way, Rt. 7A; East
Dorset, VT 05253.
If the reel is in any way defective in material or workmanship,
your $10 repair check will be returned to you at once.
Your reel will be completely serviced (cleaned, lubricated, and
returned to you postpaid) for a fee of $10, plus cost of parts.
Damaged reels can be repaired on an individual basis and repair
work will be billed at the hourly shop rate, plus parts. We will provide
a written estimate upon receipt of the reel prior to any work
being done.
ORIGINAL BATTENKILL DISC REELS
Capacity Chart
LINE WEIGHT 3/4 5/6 7/8
WF3 125
WF4 100 150
WF5 75 125
WF6 100 225
WF7 200
WF8 150
Battenkill Fly Reel Specifications
3/4 Reel | weight: 4 oz. | 2 7 ⁄8 inches
5/6 Reel | weight: 4.2 oz. | 3 inches
7/8 Reel | weight: 5.2 oz. | 3 3 ⁄8 inches
Capacity in Yards
Stated capacities are based on Orvis 20-pound Dacron ® backing and a 100-foot
weight- forward floating fly line.
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Original Battenkill ® Disc
REEL ASSEMBLY FOR 3/4 and 5/6
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32 31 30 29
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1 Drag Knob Screw
2 Drag Knob
3 Click Spring
4 Click Ball
5 Nut
6 Disc Spring
7 Logo Label
8 Body
9 Foot Screws
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33
10 Foot
11 Spindle Washer
12 Center Spindle
13 Clicker Pawl Spring
14 Clicker Pawl
15 Clicker Retaining Screw
16 Drive Gear Assembly
17 Spool Gearing
18 Rear Spool
19 Front Spool
20 O-Ring
21 Counter Weight
22 Q/R Spring
23 Q/R Lever
24 Cover Pad
25 Q/R Cover
26 Q/R Cover Screws
27 Knob Screw
28 Handle Knob
29 Drag Spindle
30 Drag Washer
31 Drag Gear Bearing
32 Drag Gear
33 Line Guard Screw
34 Line Guard
REEL ASSEMBLY FOR 7/8
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5
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11 12
15
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1 2 3
4
8
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13
35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28
14
27
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21 23
25
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1 Drag Knob Assembly
2 Click Spring
3 Click Ball
4 Logo Label
5 Body
6 Foot Screws
7 Foot
8 Spindle Washer
9 Center Spindle
10 Click Pawl Spring
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11 Clicker Pawl
12 Clicker Retainer Screw
13 Drive Gear Assembly
14 Spool Gearing
15 Rear Spool
16 Front Spool
17 O-Ring
18 Counter Weight
19 Q/R Spring
20 Q/R Lever
21 Cover Pad
22 Q/R Pad
23 Q/R Cover Screws
24 Knob Screw
25 Handle Screw
26 Knob Spigot
27 Knob Shield
28 Brake Retainer Screws
29 Brake Retainer
30 Nut
31 Drag Spring
32 Drag Disc
33 Drag Washer
34 Drag Gear Bearing
35 Drag Gear
36 Line Guard Screw
37 Line Guard
THE ORVIS COMPANY | MANCHESTER VERMONT 05254 | www.orvis.com
Orvis Technical Questions: info@orvis.com or 800-778-4778