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Treestand Safety Warnings

Please read the following instruction manual and warnings labels completely before utilizing this product. Failure to understand and execute the 

instructions and warnings may result in serious injury or death. In the event of an accident, have a plan for rescue, including the use of devices that may be 

easily reached while suspended.

ALWAYS 

read and understand all warnings and instructions. Watch the enclosed DVD in it’s entirety before doing anything with this product including 

assembly, installation etc. before each use of this product. Failure to read and understand all warnings and instructions and DVD material may result in 

serious injury or death. Contact a Customer Service Representative with any questions you may have.

NEVER

 exceed total weight limit of 

500 lbs

DO NOT

 use if your combined weight with all of your individual hunting gear and any accessories exceeds 

500 lbs. 

Use of tree stand over the weight limit may result in serious injury or death. 

DO NOT

 use this tree stand while under the influence of alcohol, medication or any illegal substances. Use of tree stand while under the influence of any 

of these substances may result in serious injury or death.

NEVER 

use this treestand during inclement weather. 

DO NOT

 use tree stand during thunderstorms, snowstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes or any other 

weather conditions that include (but not limited to) lightning, icy conditions, or high winds that could create slippery or dangerous situations. End your hunt 

and return to the ground if inclement weather conditions arise.

NEVER 

use treestand If you are feeling ill, nauseous, dizzy or if you have a prior condition that could cause a problem. i.e., heart condition, joints that 

lock-up spinal fusions, etc., or if you are not well rested and alert. Physical ailments can reduce your ability to safely install, utilize, and remove your 

treestand. Please consult a physician prior to use.

NEVER 

use this tree stand if you have a history of health problems such as (but not limited to) heart problems, back problems, high blood pressure, 

impaired vision, equilibrium impairments, are afraid of heights, have been advised by a doctor or physician not to climb. If you are not physically fit, well 

rested, and alert, or if you have any other physical or mental condition that would impair your ability to properly use this treestand. 

NEVER 

use this tree stand on a tree that is dead, leaning, diseased, loose barked or on a utility pole as the tree may fall, break, or uproot and may result 

in serious injury or death. 

NEVER 

rely on a branch for support.

NEVER 

jump or bounce on the treestand’s platform or ladder sections to seat it to the tree. Instead,

 

step firmly on the first rung of the bottom ladder 

section to set the ladder into the ground before proceeding to climb the ladder. 

NEVER 

transport any of your equipment with yourself while ascending or descending the tree. You will need to have two hands free during ascending and 

descending for safety. Use a haul line to pull up your firearm (unloaded, chamber opened with safety lock engaged, barrel facing towards the ground), 

bows, arrows, knives or any other equipment to your tree stand once you have reached your desired hunting height. 

ONLY 

pull up hunting equipment after 

the tree stand has been secured to the tree and after you and your harness have been secured to the tree. Prior to descending, lower your equipment on 

the opposite side of the tree from which you are climbing. Make sure that the unloaded firearm’s safety lock is engaged and the gun barrel is pointing 

towards the ground. 

ALWAYS 

hunt with a plan and a buddy. Before you leave home, let others know your exact location, when you plan to return and who is with you.

ALWAYS 

carry emergency signal devices such as a cell phone, walkie-talkie, whistle, signal flare, PLD (personal location device) and flashlight with you at 

all times and within reach even while you are suspended in your harness. Watch for changing weather conditions. In the event of an accident, remain calm 

and seek help immediately.

ALWAYS 

inspect the tree stand and the 

F

all 

A

rrest 

S

ystem (FAS) (Harness) for signs of wear or damage 

BEFORE 

each use. Also inspect to ensure that 

nuts and bolts are secure. Pay special attention to the harness and straps, guaranteeing that nothing has been frayed or severed. Destroy all products that 

cannot be repaired by the manufacturer. Contact a Customer Service Representative for replacement parts. The Fall Arrest System  

MUST 

be discarded 

and replaced after a fall has occurred.

DO NOT ATTACH YOUR FULL BODY HARNESS TO YOUR TREESTAND.
NEVER 

modify your treestand in any way by making repairs, replacing parts, or altering adding or attaching anything to it except if explicitly authorized in 

writing by the manufacturer. Improper installation or adjustment may cause serious injury or death.  Remove all contents from box. Inspect for any 

damaged or missing parts. If any parts are missing or damaged, you must only use certified replacement parts. Using any other replacement parts will 

void product warranty. 

THERE ARE NO EXTRA PARTS

. All parts 

MUST

 be used to ensure the safety of you and your stand. If you think parts are missing 

or damaged, 

STOP IMMEDIATELY

 and contact our Customer Service Department.  Using the tree stand with missing or damaged parts may result in 

serious injury or death. 

DO NOT

 return this product to the retailer. Contact a Customer Service Representative if you have any missing, damaged or extra 

parts.

ALWAYS

 keep instructions (written and video) in a safe place and review before each use. It is the responsibility of the treestand owner to furnish the 

complete instructions to anyone who borrows or purchases the treestand from you. A safe treestand hunting video has been included. View it in it’s entirety 

prior to using this product.

NEVER 

use this treestand for any use other than hunting. Our treestands are designed for hunters to wear a Full Body Harness. If you are not completely 

comfortable and confident with your ability to safely install, ascend, hunt and descend using a Full Body Safety Harness and this treestand, 

DO NOT 

PROCEED.

Distributed by Primal Vantage Company Inc., 2407 W. Euclid Ave., Littleton, CO  80120

Customer Service Department 1-866-972-6168

www.primalvantage.com/realtree

NEVER 

use this treestand for trimming trees.

NEVER 

fall asleep in your stand as you may fall out resulting in serious injury or death.

ALWAYS 

be sure to re-tighten all bolts 

BEFORE 

each new use of treestand.

ALWAYS 

have a minimum of three people present when installing or removing this treestand.

Summary of Contents for RTLS-520

Page 1: ...duct DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT BEFORE FULLY UNDERSTANDING ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS If you have questions are unsure about any information or need additional information concerning your product contact our customer service department at 1 866 972 6168 or visit www primalvantage com realtree Keep and maintain this safety and instruction manual in a safe location for future reference W A R ...

Page 2: ... have reached your desired hunting height ONLY pull up hunting equipment after the tree stand has been secured to the tree and after you and your harness have been secured to the tree Prior to descending lower your equipment on the opposite side of the tree from which you are climbing Make sure that the unloaded firearm s safety lock is engaged and the gun barrel is pointing towards the ground ALW...

Page 3: ... exercise the legs by pushing against the tree or doing other forms of continuous leg exercises to avoid blood pooling while being suspended Hunters with varying degrees of physical fitness may require different plans to recover escape the effects of prolonged suspension Have a personal plan and practice it in the presence of a responsible adult before leaving the ground No one escape rescue plan ...

Page 4: ...DER STAND every time you move On ladder tree stand ALWAYS maintain three points of contact with each step up the ladder and ALWAYS lean forward as you climb Several treestands are equipped with a footrest armrests and or shooting rail Neither the footrest armrests nor the shooting rail have been designed to support a user s weight Under NO circumstances should you place more than fifteen 15 pounds...

Page 5: ...der Section 1 Seat Assembly 1 Rear Brace 2 D Foot Platform 1 E A B C Shooting Rail 1 K Yoke 2 M Platform Brace 2 L P Left Shooting Rail Arm 1 J G Handle Rail 2 F Rail Cover 1 H N Q Part 2020 2 Harness 1 Right Shooting Rail Arm Part RRA 520 1 Top Ladder Section 1 Middle Ladder Section Part RTL 520 Part RML 520 2 Handle Rail Part RHR 520 1 Seat Assembly Part RSA 520 1 Shooting Rail Part RSR 520 2 Pl...

Page 6: ...Part JRS 310 1 Horizontal Jaw Assembly Strap Part HJA 310 1 Jaw Assembly Vertical Strap Part AVS 310 1 Jaw Assembly Tree Buckle Part ATB 310 1 Stabilizer Buckle Strap Part PXBS 555 2020 rev 1 20 Customer Service Department 1 866 972 6168 www primalvantage com realtree Adjustment Knob 1 Installation Strap 2 X Ratchet Strap 1 Y M10 Quickclip 4 Z HARDWARE BOX P N 520H 45 Part 1260 Part 1060 2 M6 x 60...

Page 7: ...ith a wrench Attach Handle Rails F to rear of Seat Assembly D using 2 M8 x 45mm bolts 45 on each side Attach Foot Platform E to the inside of each Handle Rail F using 1 M8 x 60mm Bolts 60 on each side D F 60 60 F E F E D G G F F Attach the bottom of Rear Brace G to the rear of Foot Platform E using 1 M8 x 60mm Bolt 60 on each side Attach the top of Rear Brace G to Seat Assembly D through Handle Ra...

Page 8: ...M6 x 60mm bolt with 3 washers 60 The stopper on the shooting rail arm should be placed on the bottom so that the Shooting Rail does not swing down Attach Left Shooting Rail Arm J to the outside of the opposite Handle Rail F using 1 M6 x 60mm bolt with 3 washers 60 The stopper on the shooting rail arm should be placed on the bottom so that the Shooting Rail does not swing down 25 K J H 25 Attach Sh...

Page 9: ...ical Jaw Assembly Strap is passing through the metal loop on the bottom of the Seat Assembly Attach Right and Left Ladder Jaw to back side of Seat Assembly using 2 M8 x 75mm bolts with spacers Assembly Instructions Page 3 Model RTLS 520 18 Ft Deluxe Two man Ladderstand Distributed by Primal Vantage Company Inc 2407 W Euclid Ave Littleton CO 80120 2020 rev 1 20 Customer Service Department 1 866 972...

Page 10: ... through the bottom of the Straight Jaw Assembly Instructions Page 4 Model RTLS 520 18 Ft Deluxe Two man Ladderstand Distributed by Primal Vantage Company Inc 2407 W Euclid Ave Littleton CO 80120 Customer Service Department 1 866 972 6168 www primalvantage com realtree R O O O A M O A M 40 40 40 A L L L A C B E 40 60 40 60 The Bracket on the Middle Ladder Section MUST be facing towards the tree MA...

Page 11: ...t 2 Slot 1 1 Place loose end of strap with clip under the top rung of the bottom ladder section 4 Insert the strap through Slot 1 on the clip 5 Insert the strap through the Slot 2 with the teeth 6 Pull strap to tighten 7 Slide the buckles out to the sides to create tension on the straps 8 Pull to tighten Continue with these steps to install the other strap on the other strap on the other side of t...

Page 12: ...orm 1 Insert Ratchet through loop 2 Pull to tighten 3 1 2 3 Place looped end of strap under platform 4 Insert strap through loop 5 Pull to tighten 6 4 5 6 YOU MUST READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION Detailed Ratchet Strap Instructions 1 2 3 4 5 Open ratchet handle flat and insert end of strap through opening Pull Strap through opening Insert end of strap through slot in ratchet...

Page 13: ...prevent tree stand from sliding Two people will stand at opposite ends of tree stand facing platform and slowly walk tree stand upward using rungs of ladder 2 Move base of ladder toward or away from the tree slightly in order to make Platform as Parallel to the ground as possible Apply your full weight to the first step so it settles into the ground 5 As tree stand is being raised the person holdi...

Page 14: ...the other end of the rope to the stabilizer bar 8 W W X After the ladder stand has been secured to the tree with the installation straps and the stabilizer bar has been securely attached to the tree continue to have two people hold the ladder climb cautiously up to the platform Once you reach the top IMMEDIATELY ATTACH YOUR SAFETY HARNESS TO THE TREE Keep the tether strap above our head 8 Before s...

Page 15: ... for correct operation of the Ratchet Strap 10 12 NOTE The Ladder Jaws are designed to wrap around a tree trunk when Vertical Jaw Assembly Vertical Strap is tightened Before engaging the Ladder Jaw Mechanism 1 Check that the Ladder stand is properly installed on correct sized tree If the ladder jaws cannot close on the tree trunk pictured left the tree is too large for safe installation 2 Check th...

Page 16: ...re not physically fit well rested and alert Physical ailments can reduce your ability to safely install utilize and remove your tree stand NEVER use this tree stand during inclement weather such as but not limited to thunderstorms snowstorms hurricanes icy conditions or high winds that could create slippery or dangerous situations NEVER use this tree stand on a dead leaning loose barked tree or on...

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