WARNING!
DO NOT
use this or any other Bolderton products(s) if you have a history
of heart problems, back problems, impaired vision, joints that lock-up, spinal fusions,
equilibrium problems, high blood pressure, are not well-rested and/or any other
physical impairment that may limit your ability to use and/or operate this product(s)
in the safe manner outlined in this Instruction Manual. Additionally, do not use this
or any other Bolderton product(s) if you are currently taking medication (including
prescription) and/or using and/or consuming any substance, including alcohol, that
may limit your ability to use this Bolderton product(s) as outlined and described in
the Instruction Manual. Never use a treestand when feeling ill, nauseous or dizzy.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
DO NOT
leave your Bolderton product(s) installed for more than two
weeks (14 days). Any number of factors can jeopardize its installation and integrity.
These include, but are not limited to, weather or other environmental factors that
can negatively a˜ect its performance. Animals can also cause damage to your
Bolderton product(s) that can negatively a˜ect its performance and your safety.
Additionally,
factors such as tree growth can stress and damage supporting straps,
chains and/or buckles. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury
or death!
Failure to follow these instructions may
WARNING!
Strict weight limitations have been set for each product(s) to ensure
your personal safety. Note the weight limitations and maximum occupancy for your
Bolderton product(s). This weight limit includes the user(s) and equipment.
NEVER
EXCEED THESE WEIGHT LIMITATIONS!
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
DO NOT
attempt to use this or any other Bolderton product(s) when
ice, snow, and/or freezing rain has deposited or formed on any portion of the tree
or stand you intend to climb. Do not attempt to use this or any other Bolderton
(8 km). Do not attempt to use this or any other product(s) when any other adverse
weather condition(s) presents itself. These include, but are not limited to, weather
conditions which have the potential for producing winds, lightning, rain, snow,
sleet and/or any other atmospheric condition which may limit the user’s ability to
operate this Bolderton product(s) in a safe manner as described in this Instruction
Manual. Shall inclement weather conditions arise during your use of this Bolderton
product(s), return to the ground immediately and seek proper man-made shelter.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
BEFORE
each use, make sure all nuts and bolts are secure.
CHECK
all
hardware and webbing prior to every use to make sure that no damage has occurred to
into contact with any sharp edges.
DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF ANY DAMAGE IS
SUSPECTED.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
hardware and that webbing (as applicable) is not cut or frayed. Keep webbing from coming
WARNING!
REPLACE
ment straps every year and when not in use store in a dry, cool, safe place away from
sunlight. Never store a treestand or any of its components outdoors when not in use.
To purchase parts please call 952-955-9263. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
any damaged or worn part with original parts. Replace attach-
WARNING!
ALWAYS
wear the appropriate foot wear when using a treestand. A good
non-slip safety boot is important for your safety. Be especially careful that boot laces
do not get hooked on the treestand (or any of its components) or climbing aids (tuck
shoelaces into boot before climbing). Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
serious injury or death!
set the ladder ÿrmly into the ground.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in
WARNING!
Check the ground under ladderstands and climbing systems to make
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
ALWAYS
maintain three-point contact when climbing up/down a tree
when using climbing aids and/or ladderstands. Proper three-point contact means
having either two feet with one hand or one foot with two hands on the step
portion of the climbing aids at all times when climbing up or down. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
Prior to each use thoroughly inspect the treestand (and its components)
and all safety devices each time before use for signs of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, deterioration
and/or any other type of defect(s). Make certain that your treestand is tight and secure
prior to use. Protect this product(s) from extended exposure to direct sunlight, excessive
heat or freezing temperatures by storing inside when not in use. Do not use this or
any other product(s) if it shows evidence of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, deterioration
and/or any other type of defect(s). Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING!
DO NOT
attempt to make adjustments to this product while in the
treestand. All adjustments must be made with the entire treestand on the ground.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
ALWAYS
inspect the treestand and all of its related components, sticks
and all safety devices prior to each use.
DO NOT
use this product if it shows signs of wear,
damage, deterioration, or vandalism. Factors such as tree growth, vandals, weather and
animals may a˜ect the performance of an unattended treestand. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
DO NOT
and written instructions from the manufacturer. Failure to follow these instructions will
in any way. Additionally, do not attach anything to your treestand without explicit authorized
void your warranty and may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
DO NOT
use this product, or attempt to use a treestand, on a dead, leaning,
DO NOT
use this product on any tree that does not allow for a level standing platform.
Failure to follow these instructions may r
esult in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
NEVER
hunt out of a treestand at heights at which you are not completely
comfortable. Depending on the tree and hunting conditions, choose the minimum
hunting height that allows for safe, e˜ective hunting. Failure to follow these instruc-
tions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
DO NOT
use this, or any other Bolderton product(s) to climb utility poles,
telephone poles, structural columns or any other man-made structures. Never use this or
any other Bolderton product(s) around power generation (e.g., transformers, generators,
substations, etc.) and/or power transmission equipment. Never use a treestand on a dead,
leaning, diseased or loose barked tree. NEVER USE A TREE BRANCH, OR ANY PORTION
OF A TREE, TO SUPPORT ANY PORTION OF YOUR WEIGHT OR AS A HAND HOLD. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
DO NOT
jump or bounce on the treestand platform and/or the seat to
engage the stand to the tree. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING!
DO NOT
stand on the treestand seat. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
These Bolderton product(s) were designed for installation on trees
with a minimum diameter of nine (9) inches (23 cm) and a maximum diameter of (20)
inches (51cm) at treestand installation height (i.e., seat height).
DO NOT
use
your
Bolderton product(s) on trees with trunk diameters that do not meet this minimum/maxi-
mum
diameter requirement. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING!
A minimum of three (3) adults is required to install and/or remove a
ladderstand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!
ALWAYS
lean forward as you climb and attach your full-body fall arrest
harness tree belt to the tree trunk before securing the platform to the tree and stepping
onto the platform. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
ATTENTION!!
WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions.
When installing a ladderstand, always apply weight on the ÿrst rung to
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