READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association’s TMS 04 -
Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions
and TMS 02 -
Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
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Rear Frame
Support
Bark Biters
2X Min.
WarnInG!
The two (2) stabilizer straps must be attached and tightened prior to climbing to attach the platform(s) ratchet strap(s). Additionally, the
adjustable support bar(s) and the adjustable support bar(s) rope must be installed (where included) prior to climbing to install the platform(s) ratchet(s) straps.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WarnInG!
Prior to climbing, make sure that all the ladder sections are firmly connected with the proper hardware (snap pins) in place. Make sure none
of the sections have become separated. If they are, do not climb the ladder. With the help of two other adults, lower the stand back down to the ground and
reattach the ladder rungs and reinstall the hardware in the manner previously described. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
WarnInG!
Prior to attempting to climb a ladder stand for the first time, make certain the feet of the bottom rung ladder section are firmly planted on solid,
level ground. If they are not firmly planted on level ground,
Do not
climb the ladder. With the help of two (2) other adults, lower the stand and find a suitable
location to safely install the ladder stand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WarnInG!
Before attempting to climb the ladderstand, bounce on the bottom ladder section to set the ladder into the ground before attempting to climb
the ladderstand. Once the ladderstand has been set, re-check the stabilizer straps, making sure they are tight and the adjustable support bar is level and firmly,
and tightly installed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WarnInG!
Always lean forward while climbing and securely attach your full-body fall arrest harness tree belt to the tree prior to securing the platform to
the tree and stepping onto the platform. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
stEP 7. crItIcal stEP!
After installing the adjustable support bar and
stabilizer straps, it is now time to attach the
ratcHEt straP(s)
to the
top section of your ladderstand. Thread strap through slot in the center
of the ratchet reel (Fig. 6).
stEP 9.
Then ratchet handle back and forth to tighten straps, a
minimum of two (2) wraps around the ratchet reel is required (Fig. 8).
stEP 10.
After strap is tight, close handle to the lock position.
stEP 11.
To remove tension, pull spring loaded retaining lock and open
ratchet completely, then manually pull strap to loosen (Fig. 9).
stEP 8.
Remove slack from strap by pulling loose end as tightly as
possible (Fig. 7).
FIG. 6
FIG. 8
FIG. 9
FIG. 7
note:
Ratchet straps are attached at the contact point
from the stand to the tree. Hook one end of the ratchet
strap onto the rear frame support, near the bark biters,
wrap around tree trunk, and connect to opposite side.
Carefully tighten the
VItal ratcHEt straP
securely
(Fig. 5, page 10).
WarnInG!
When climbing to secure the ratchet strap(s) on the platform(s), it is important
to lean forward when climbing to keep the stand centered and secure to the tree trunk.
Do
not
lean backwards when climbing. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WarnInG!
When climbing, always maintain three points of contact as you ascend (climb
up) and while descending (climb down). Failure to maintain three points of contact puts the
user at serious risk of bodily injury. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WarnInG!
The platform ratchet strap(s), stabilizer straps and adjustable support bar(s) have
all been included with your new ladderstand to ensure its solid attachment to the tree. All three
of these safety devices must be installed as outlined in this Instruction Manual. Failure to install
these safety devices as outlined in this Instruction Manual may result in serious injury or death!
stEP 8.
You are now ready to use your ladderstand!
