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Device Mounting Instructions
(7)
Using the supplied Ratchet Handle and Ratchet
Strap attach the device to the tree.
(8)
Ensure the Strap Hooks are fitted correctly and
the Webbing is fed through the Ratchet Handle
as shown on
page 8
(9)
Tighten the Ratchet System as tight as possible
ensuring the device is securely mounted to the
tree.
(10) Once the Device is securely mounted a backup
Anchor Sling must be attached to the base
anchor point. and tied off using a suitable
termination hitch. Ensure the sling is of a
sufficient length to terminate the hitch properly.
(11) Once the device is mounted correctly the top
attachment sling can either be removed or
detached from the device.
(4)
For ease of mounting we recommend that you
place a STEIN Mounting sling above where the
device is to be mounted.
(5)
Using the Top Attachment Point attach the
lowering device to the Karabiner.
(6)
Ensure the device is suspended at a height
where it can be safely operated.
(1)
When selecting the best place to mount the
device try to locate an area where there is little
or no stem taper. If the tree is being removed
this can be achieved by shaping the stem to be
parallel.
(2)
You must then decide which type of mounting
method is required for the job you are
undertaking (
see page 7
)
ENSURE THE WORK AREA IS FREE & CLEAR OF ANY OBSTACLES AND A FULL
RISK ASSESSMENT HAS BEEN UNDERTAKEN BEFORE USING THE RC DEVICE
These mounting instructions are the same for using both methods of mounting as described on
page
7
NEVER USE THIS DEVICE WITHOUT A BACKUP ANCHOR SLING ATTACHED
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8
Example of termination hitch - not to scale
