STEP 1.
Thread strap through slot in the
center of the ratchet reel. (see
fig. 1) Remove slack from strap by pulling
loose end as tightly as possible.
(see fig. 2)
STEP 2.
Then ratchet handle back and forth
to tighten straps, a minimum
of two (2) wraps around the ratchet reel is
required. (see fig. 3)
STEP 3.
After strap is tight, close handle to
the lock position.
STEP 4.
To remove tension, pull spring loaded
retaining lock and open
ratchet completely, then manually pull strap
to loosen. (see fig. 4)
2X Min.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
VITAL RATCHET INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 9.
Once the Jaw Tigh-
tening Cables are crisscross-
ed around the back of the
tree and run through the eye-
lets on the Lower Bark Biter
Ladder pieces, then attach
the two (2) Jaw Tightening
Cables to the two (2) cara-
biners on Ratchet Strap B
assembly (Fig. 15). Next,
attach the S-hook on the
opposite end of the ratchet
strap to the dedicated loca-
tion on the bottom ladder
section (Fig. 16). Carefully
tighten the Ratchet Strap
(Ratchet Strap B) until stand
is secure.
NOTE:
Your lower bark biters should be firmly gripping the tree at this time, and the
Jaws should be firmly gripping the tree. Shake the bottom ladder section of your
ladderstand to confirm the treestand is solid and connected to the tree firmly. Make
sure all straps are tight before each use.
FIGURE 16
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