Installation Instructions
WARNING!
Step 1:
Double check to assure you are
wearing and properly attached to
tree with full body harness with
lineman’s climbing strap. If you
are not, STOP and do not leave
the ground.
Step 2:
Place climbing stick next to tree so
both V-brackets firmly contact tree
with tree strap bracket located on
upper half of stick.
Wrap tree strap around tree and
attach hook to tree strap bracket
with hook facing away from tree as
shown in Figure 1.
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Never rely on a tree branch for support.
Never exceed 18-inches of step spacing between multiple climbing sticks.
CLIMBING STICKS MUST EXTEND MINIMUM OF 24 INCHES ABOVE final position
of hang-on platform.
ALWAYS step down from climbing stick onto hang-on platform.
Never attempt to climb up onto a hang-on platform from climbing stick mounted below
hang-on platform.
Always attach and tighten tree strap/buckle around tree.
Always check to ensure tree strap hook is attached to climbing stick bracket.
Never jump or bounce on climbing stick in an attempt to cause it to dig into tree.
Never hunt at heights you are not completely comfortable. Depending on tree and
conditions, choose minimum height that allows for safe and effective hunting.
Never hurry! While climbing, make slow, even movements and make sure you have
proper contact with tree and/or climbing sticks or treestands every time you move.
Always maintain 3 points of contact when climbing up/down climbing sticks and in/out
of treestand.
Always use a hoist rope to raise and lower climbing sticks. Never climb with anything
on your back.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or death.
Read and follow manufacturer’s Full Body
Harness Instructions, Warnings and watch
safety video for instructions on using Full Body
Harness with lineman’s climbing strap.
Always remain connected to tree with lineman’s
climbing strap and tree strap from moment you
leave ground until you return to ground.
Figure 1
