The seat on this ladder stand is removable. We recommend it be removed and stored in a dry place when not in use.
The powdercoat finish applied at the factory is very durable and should only need touch ups in areas of heavy wear or accidental impact.
The powder coat is applied only to the exterior surfaces of the treestand so it is possible for some surface rust to form inside the stand
tubing. This is normal and should not affect the durability or performance of the stand.
This stand is made from Steel and as a result,
rust may develop on any uncoated part of the stand
- including any area that has been nicked or scratched to the bare metal.
Should you damage any part of your Summit Treestand, contact your nearest authorized Summit dealer or the factory to obtain the
proper corrective action procedure and/or replacement parts for the treestand.
Look for nicks, gouges, cuts, cracks, bends, corrosion or similar damage that can be the result of improper use or accidental damage. For
instance, this could occur if someone else used the treestand without knowledge of its
proper use, or if the treestand were dropped, hit by a motor vehicle or subject to corrosive conditions, etc.
Summit Treestands have the highest structural integrity by design, material selection and manufacturing techniques, but as its owner,
only your continued care will assure trouble free performance. When the above-mentioned guidelines are followed, your Summit
Treestand will provide years of successful hunting.
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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
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CAUTION
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HARNESS SUSPENSION
It is necessary and very important that someone knows your hunting location and time of return. It is also very important that
you carry (on your person) emergency communication devices such as a cell phone, two-way radio, whistle, signal flare or preferably a
PLD (Personal Locator Device - FCC approved July, ‘03). When triggered, a PLD will transmit an emergency signal to local rescue teams
identifying your location via satellite GPS coordinates. PLD’s may be purchased at Wilderness outfitters or on the internet.
Suspension trauma or blood pooling can occur when suspended motionless in a harness for periods of time. This can lead to
unconsciousness and death. A suspension relief strap is furnished with your harness. Read your harness instructions to assure that you
know how to use it.
Self extraction may be necessary in the unfortunate situation that (A) no one knows your location, (B) your communication efforts
are exhausted, (C) you are confident that you have the strength, dexterity and ability
to perform self-extraction and (D) you decide this is your “absolute last resort”. It is
recommended to carry a device to assist with this self-extraction. Simple devices such
as screw-in steps or a rope “Tree Descender” (available from Summit) will allow you to
remove the weight from your harness. This may enable you to return to the treestand/
ladder/climbing steps or slowly descend the tree.
Several optional products/systems are available that offer self-recovery or self extraction
from a fall when suspended in a harness. Returning to the ground obviously also relieves suspension trauma and some systems
automatically descend the user while others allow user control. If one of these products/systems is selected for use as an additional
safety precaution against prolonged suspension, be sure to follow the manufacturers’ directions for safe use.
WARNING
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If you have to hang in the tree before help
arrives, you need to exercise your legs by
pushing off from the tree or by using the
enclosed suspension relief strap. See the
treestand harness instructions and the
enclosed instructions for more information.
(A) Warranty
Summit Treestands, LLC (Summit) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all products manufactured by it are free from defects in
material and manufacture at the time of shipment for
twelve (12) months from the date of purchase
. Summit will repair or replace any
part found defective if the unit claimed to be defective shall be returned to Summit, postage prepaid, within the warranty period.
This warranty shall not apply to any product which has been subjected to misuse; misapplication; neglect (including but not limited to
improper maintenance); accident; improper installation; modification (including but not limited to use of unauthorized parts or attachments);
adjustment or repair. THE FOREGOING IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING THOSE OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS OF ANY PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), AND OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OF LIABILITY ON THE
PART OF THE COMPANY.
(B) Limitation of Liability
It is expressly understood that Summit’s liability for its products, whether due to breach of warranty, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise,
is limited to the repair of the product, as stated above, and Summit will not be liable for any other injury, loss, damage, or expense, whether
direct or consequential, including but not limited to loss of use, income, profit, or damage to material, arising in connection with the sale,
installation, use of, inability to use, or the repair or replacement of Summit’s products.
Summit reserves the right to make alterations or modifications in its products at any time, which in its opinion, may improve the
performance and efficiency of the product. It shall not be obligated to make such alterations or modifications to products already in service.
Please take the time to fill out the warranty card online at http://www.summitstands.com/warranty or fill out and mail in the
enclosed warranty card.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
