DESCENDING THE TREE
Step 1.
When you are ready to descend the tree, do not disconnect
your harness tether from the Climbing System rope. Climb down
the tree as normal sliding the prusik hitch down as you go. (
See
figure 5
)
Step 2.
Make small, frequent adjustments of the Prusik hitch as
you climb down. In the event of a fall the Prusik hitch is designed
to cinch down onto the climbing system rope.
Step 3. Once you are on the ground and disconnected from your
climbing system rope, tie the base of the rope around the tree.
This will allow you to slide the Prusik hitch up as you climb.
WARNING
!
ALWAYS
adjust the Prusik hitch to minimize the slack
while you are climbing.
WARNING
!
ALWAYS
keep the prusik hitch above your head
when ascending or descending the tree as shown in
figure 6
.
WARNING
!
Never
hold the prusik hitch as you climb (
figure 7
).
Always
adjust the hitch to the desired height, release
the rope and hold on to a ladder section or climbing
sticks while ascending or descending the tree.
WARNING
!
ALWAYS
inspect the Climbing System rope carefully
before each use. If any signs of fraying, or any other
damage is observed,
DO NOT USE
the rope. Contact
Summit for the proper replacement procedure.
WARNING
!
ALWAYS
keep the prusik hitch above your head
when ascending or descending the tree as shown in
figure 6
.
WARNING
!
Never
hold the prusik hitch as you climb (
figure 7
).
Always
adjust the hitch to the desired height, release
the rope and hold on to a ladder section or climbing
sticks while ascending or descending the tree.
WARNING
!
ALWAYS
remove your Climbing System ropes at the
end of each deer season.
If the climbing rope starts
to feel stiff to the touch you must replace the rope.
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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.
If a suspension relief strap is furnished with your harness, use it.
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.
WARNING
!
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 sixty (60) 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.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
ASCENDING THE TREE
Step 1.
Your Climbing System should still be connected to the
tree above your treestand.
Step 2. Following Steps 6 and 7 on Page 3
, connect your harness
tether to the Prusik Hitch.
Step 3.
Slide the Prusik Hitch up on the climbing system rope.
Step 4.
Climb to your treestand, always maintaining three points
of contact on your climbing sticks or ladder. When you reach
the location of the Prusik Hitch, slide it further up the rope and
continue climbing.