ok i didn't find the thread but i was able to come up with a list of instructions. i didn't write all of this myself some was copy/paste. let me know if anything is missing and feel free to use it yourself.
"Dear Archer,
I highly recommend you read this before even attempting to string your bow. Your new bow has been hand crafted and a lot of work has been put into it. By following these simple steps you will be able to use your new bow for many years to come.
Keep your bow in a cool stable environment, preferable not in a centrally heated house area, avoiding extremes of cold or heat (e.g. a loft). A spare bedroom with the radiator off is ideal, a dry garage would also be reasonable place.
Your bow is best kept flat, back down, or hung vertically with string or elastic bands around one end, make sure nothing can push on it that may cause distortion.
If your bow becomes scuffed or scratched, soft furniture wax or Danish oil can be rubbed on with a soft cloth to maintain its finish and help repel moisture.
Any scratches, dents or nicks should be immediately treated with Danish oil. Preferably seek advice from a bowyer as these could eventually lead to weakness and breakage.
Although frowned on by some, when your bow has been relaxed at room temperature for two to three hours placing your bow on a flat carpeted floor, belly down with a small weight over its handle for a few hours will help to minimise string follow. Do remember bows with a slight string follow tend to shoot more consistently and accurately.
Never flex or bend the bows limbs in reverse, this will lead to breakage
Never let anyone else use your bow! Your bow is made for you and use by someone with a longer draw length can break the bow.
Never fire your bow without an arrow in it (dry fire) all the power from the bow goes into the bows limbs and can lead it to breaking
I hope you enjoy your new bow for many years to come.
Thank you,"
