10.
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 29
. Pull the straps around to the bottom ladder section and secure the straps to the previously installed ratchet
straps below the second and third ladder rung.
See figure 30 A - D
for proper threading of the ratchet strap. Ensure that the
free end in
figure 30, 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 31.
PG 11
29
WARNING
!
Always check to ensure the Criss-Cross straps are
secured correctly before leaving the ground.
30
A
B
C
D
11.
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 Ground
Stakes are installed properly.
See
figure 31.
Check the ground under the ladder
stand to make sure it is firm and
level. Ensure Ground Stakes are
firmly secured
WARNING
!
FREE END OUT
31
LEVEL
GROUND
CRISS-CROSS STRAPS
UPPER V-BAR RATCHET
STRAP
LOWER V-BAR RATCHET
STRAP
