PG 13
11.
Take the two (2) straps that are hanging freely down, walk behind the tree so that the straps form an “X” in the straps as
shown in
figure 48
. Pull the straps around to the bottom ladder section and secure the straps to the previously installed ratchet
straps below the third ladder rung.
See figure 49 A - D
for proper threading of the ratchet strap. Ensure that the free end in
figure 49, step D
is facing out.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT over-tighten these straps to where it starts to pull the foot platform down the tree.
See figure 50.
48
WARNING
!
Always check to ensure the Stabilizer bar and Criss /
Cross straps are secured correctly before leaving the
ground.
49
A
B
C
D
12.
Before climbing up the ladder
stand, visibly inspect to ensure the
ground below the ladder sections is
flat and level, all ladder sections are
secured together by means of pins or
bolts, Criss-Cross straps are securely
fastened correctly around the tree and
to the ladder stands, and the Stabilizer
bar is secured properly.
See figure 50.
Check the ground under the
ladder stand to make sure it
is firm and level.
WARNING
!
FREE END OUT
50
CRISS-CROSS STRAPS
UPPER RATCHET STRAP
STABILIZER BAR
AND ROPE
LEVEL
GROUND
