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Operator's Manual
BOWMAN XT Ladder Stand
5. a. Loop the d-loop end of the two 16' criss cross straps (37)
through the loop end to form a cinch knot around the ladder
rail tube. Secure beneath a step rung, at the stabilizer bar height
location. SEE FIGURE 14A.
b. With the stand level and being held in place by two people,
the third person must cross one of the 16' criss cross straps (37)
behind the tree and feed the free end through the opposite
d-loop. SEE FIGURE 14B-E.
c. Criss cross the other 16' stabilizer strap (37), forming an "X"
pattern on the of the tree and feed the free end through the
opposite d-loop. SEE FIGURE 14B-E.
6. Make sure the criss cross straps and stabilizer bar strap are snug
and the tree blade is still contacting the tree.
NOTE: This ground level ladder-to-tree attachment will prevent
the ladder from pulling away from the tree while ascending to the
top for final 6' ratchet strap (36) attachment. The same holds true
when the ladder is removed.
7. With two people securely holding the ladder, use the three point
contact climbing method to slowly climb the ladder and carefully
keep a constant hand grip on the ladder at all times. Always lean
forward, toward tree, to keep top section tree blades against the
tree. Be certain ladder bottom is firmly seated on dry, level
ground. Attach your harness tether to the tree before securing
the platform to the tree and stepping onto platform. Refer to
the Full Body Harness instructions included with this product.
NOTE: Bring ratchet strap up with you in a pocket. DO NOT carry
in your hand!
8. a. Standing on ladder step, lean toward tree with ratchet strap (36)
now in hand, hook “S” hook with long strap through hole provided
on tree blade. Feed the long strap through the center (slot) of
ratcheting mechanism and back around through tightening lever.
SEE FIGURES 15, 16A AND 16B.
NOTE: Be sure you feed the long strap correctly so there are no
twists in the strap.
b. Wrap entire ratchet assembly around tree and hook other “S” hook
through opposite tree blade hole. Pull tail of long strap until most
of the slack is taken out. Be sure entire strap is even and at the same
level all around tree. “Ratchet” tight to tree, this will securely attach
ladder to tree and prevent movement. SEE FIGURES 16B AND 16C.
NOTE: Make sure there is at least two full revolutions of strap on
the ratchet spool before the strap tightens. Proper tension will
ensure the stand is secured to the tree. Do not allow excessive strap
to build up in the ratchet as this will prevent the ratchet teeth from
engaging and can cause slippage.
To release ratchet, simply pull the release lever and open tightening
lever wide open (flat).
SEE FIGURE 16D.
9. If necessary, re-check and adjust the 6' ratchet straps (36), 16' criss
cross straps (37) and horizontal stabilizer bar assembly to securely
attach the treestand to the tree. The tree blades must be touching
the tree.
10. You are now ready to use your ladder stand!
FIGURE 16A
FIGURE 16B
FIGURE 16C
FIGURE 16D
IMPORTANT
Reverse the Set-Up and Use Instructions to take the
ladder stand down.
FIGURE 15
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