I've useda friend'sBowmaster press on my Patriotnumerous timeswithout any problems, and I didn't let the limbs down any. Why would it be any different than pulling the bow back and holding it for a few minutes? The tension is applied at the limb tipsnext tothe cams. If someone hasmanufacturer'sinfo saying not to do it, I'd like to know because I just bought one to use on my Patriot.