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Operator's Manual

BOWMAN Ladder Stand

WARRANTY

RETI offers a one year warranty for all components of the treestand.  These warranties apply to the original owner with a proof of purchase.  These warranties 

begin on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer and continue for the period specified above.  These warranties apply to products that are not modified, 

abused or used in a manner that deviates from the product’s intended usage.  Minor fading in color is normal and is not covered by warranty.  Any corrosion 

of painted surfaces that occurs as a result of paint being removed or damaged is also not covered by warranty. RETI offers no other warranty expressed or 

implied.  Products for which warranty work has been approved must be sent directly to RETI and performed by RETI. To obtain warranty service and/or 

replacement instructions, you must obtain prior approval from RETI before shipping your package to us by calling our customer service department 

at 800-450-3343 or by writing to: RETI, P.O. Box 755, 1160 Eighth Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829 for a return material authorization number (RMA#). 

All items must be shipped prepaid. RETI will, at no charge, repair or replace, in RETI’s sole discretion, any product that satisfies the conditions stated above. 

RETI retains the right to change models, specifications and price without notice.

This equipment has been manufactured under strict quality and safety guidelines. As with any equipment of this type, full understanding of the instructions and 

its use is mandatory and imperative for the safety of its user. RETI is not responsible for any damages or injuries sustained due to improper use or modification 

of any of its products, or resulting from any use which deviates from the product’s intended usage. RETI is not responsible for any injuries sustained due to 

failure to read and adhere to the instructions for use. Any misunderstanding or questions regarding the products of their use should be directed to RETI prior to 

any use. All RETI treestands are sold with a full body harness (“Fall Arrest System”) that meets standards recognized by the Treestand Manufacturer’s 

Association (“TMA”). It is the owner's sole responsibility to inspect the product regularly for damage, improper installation, or conditions that could jeopardize 

the ultimate safety of the product. Failure to use or improper use of the provided Fall Arrest System may result in serious injury or death. ALWAYS wear the 

provided Fall Arrest System while using this product.  Owner is responsible to understand and follow product field weight rating and must never 

exceed maximum weight rating. RETI is not responsible for any malfunction or injury resulting from normal wear and tear, damage caused by improper use, 

improper maintenance, negligence or accidents. This product, if used safely as intended, will provide trouble free service for the useful life of the product. We 

hope you will enjoy the quality of our products for years to come, and have a safe hunt.

INTRODUCTION

Rivers Edge® Treestands are engineered with you the hunter in mind. We appreciate your purchase of one of our world 

class treestands. Follow these few simple instructions and your stand will provide you many years of trouble-free 

pleasure. Instructions should be kept in a safe place and reviewed at least annually. 
If for any reason you have a problem with your product, DO NOT return to the retailer, contact the Rivers Edge® 

customer service department at 800-450-EDGE (3343) for assistance.

CONTENTS

Introduction/Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Warnings .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3-4
Inspection and Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Hardware Identification Chart ....................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Tools Needed ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Assembly Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7-11
Warnings .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Setup and Use Instructions .................................................................................................................................................................................................13-14
Finished Ladder ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Illustrated Parts Breakdown................................................................................................................................................................................................16-17

Summary of Contents for RE663

Page 1: ...ODUCT MEETS INDUSTRY STANDARDS RECOGNIZED BY P N 31829 REV2 1 4 19 Maximum Height 19 5 to armrests 2019 RETI All Rights Reserved Operator s Manual MODEL RE663 BOWMAN Ladder Stand WE ARE HUNTERS Maximu...

Page 2: ...he product s intended usage RETI is not responsible for any injuries sustained due to failuretoreadandadheretotheinstructionsforuse Anymisunderstandingorquestionsregardingtheproductsoftheiruseshouldbe...

Page 3: ...l up a bow backpack or firearm or other equipment only after being secure in the treestand and a firearm must be pulled up with it unloaded chamber open and muzzle down Always inform someone of the hu...

Page 4: ...structural damage or wear Never modify your stand in any way by making repairs replacing parts or altering by adding or attaching anything to it except if explicitly authorized in writing by the manuf...

Page 5: ...y be included in the parts bag TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLY NOT TO SCALE 7 16 IN Wrench Qty 2 NOT INCLUDED 24 1 4 20 X 2 1 4 IN Bolt Qty 10 27 1 4 20 X 2 3 4 IN Bolt Qty 2 25 1 4 20 X 3 IN Bolt Qty 2 18 M6 Yell...

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Page 7: ...ing Do not remove labels warnings from product they are there for your safety Recommended for adult use only FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 2 Attach the front of seat side rails 11 to the flared platform rails 5 u...

Page 8: ...SEE FIGURE 4 6 Attach rear of armrests 1 to rear of seat side rails 11 and also the top of right 12 and left 13 rear seat supports using two 1 4 20 X 3 IN bolts 25 yellow plastic washers 18 and lockn...

Page 9: ...20 X 1 1 2 IN bolt 23 and locknut 26 Use the provided allen wrench to tighten M6 bolt 20 through hole in Teartuff seat assembly 15 to tension seat as desired SEE FIGURES 5 AND 5A FIGURE 5A 15 6 6 20 2...

Page 10: ...two 1 4 20 X 1 1 2 IN bolts 23 and locknuts 26 SEE FIGURE 7 12 Attach other ends of brace supports 16 to top ladder section 7 using two 1 4 20 X 1 1 2 IN bolts 23 yellow plastic washers 18 and locknut...

Page 11: ...FIGURES 10A AND 10B 14 Slide the stabilizer bar 3 into the stabilizer support bar 2 and secure using a lockpin 17 Make sure the lockpin passes throughthe support bar 2 and the stabilizer bar 3 at the...

Page 12: ...rform these steps can cause the ladder to collapse buckle over backwards during the initial ascent to attach ratchet strap resulting in serious injury or death Always lean forward as you climb and att...

Page 13: ...evel platform top Make sure tree blade is contacting tree SEE FIGURE 11B c Step down hard on bottom step to push ladder legs into the ground SEE FIGURE 11C 4 While two people hold the stand in place t...

Page 14: ...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...

Page 15: ...F 8 5 15 Operator s Manual BOWMAN Ladder Stand RATCHET STRAP CRISS CROSS STRAPS STABILIZER BAR CAM STRAP STABILIZER BAR MIDDLE LADDER SECTION WITH STABILIZER SLOT ASSEMBLED PLATFORM SECTION LOCKPINS B...

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Page 17: ...SUPPORT LEFT 1 14 31772 TREE BLADE 1 15 31778 TEARTUFF SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 16 410024 BRACE SUPPORT 2 17 19847 LOCKPIN 8 18 23572 PLASTIC YELLOW WASHER 14 19 26913 PLASTIC YELLOW SPACER 2 20 26959 BOLT M6...

Page 18: ...Check for parts online at www HuntRiversEdge com or call 800 450 EDGE 3343 M F 8 5 18 Operator s Manual BOWMAN Ladder Stand NOTES...

Page 19: ...Bigfoot Climbing Aids feature extra large rungs that a hunter can place two feet on the same level Next we use a permanent anti slip coating called Tractionite Our assortment of climbing aids securel...

Page 20: ...duct images may not be exact Warning labels in some product images may have been removed for photography purposes only Props shown in photos not included Some assembly may be required Rivers Edge Tree...

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