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STEP 1: Locate the two (2) arm rests and the four (4) 5/16” x 2” bolts with two (2) nylon washers, one (1) 3/16” black spacer, and one (1) locknut each
(refer to “A” in Figure 16 for bolt identification). Install one (1) arm rest onto the two (2) holes on the side of the lower seat portion of the seat assembly
using two (2) 5/16” x 2” bolts, two (2) nylon washers, one (1) 3/16” black spacer per arm rest as shown in Figure 21. NOTE: The 3/16” black spacer should
be placed between the arm rest and the seating platform. Repeat this STEP for the opposite arm rest installation.
STEP 2: Locate the two (2) entry assist steps and the four (4) 5/16” x 2 ¼” bolts with two (2) nylon washers and one (1) locknut each (“B” in Figure 16).
Install one (1) entry assist step onto the two (2) holes on the rear of the standing platform on the INSIDE using two (2) 5/16” x 2 ¼” bolts with two (2)
nylon washers and one (1) locknut as shown in Figure 22. NOTE: The nylon washers should be placed to preclude metal to metal contact between the entry
assist step and the standing platform. Repeat this STEP for the opposite entry assist step installation.
TRUE NORTH TREESTANDS MENTOR ASSEMBLY (CON.T)
Figure 22
Install Entry Assist Steps
On INSIDE of Standing Platform
Figure 21
Install Arm Rests
TRUE NORTH TREESTANDS MENTOR w/ QUICK HITCH INSTALLATION
WARNING! Prior to installing your True North Treestands Inc.
hang
-on treestand, you must install a climbing system (i.e.,
climbing
sticks, ladders, sectionals, etc.) which meets or exceeds industry standards recognized by the TMA. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) you must take a moment and become
familiar
with it’s setup and installation at ground-level. You must practice installing, setting-up, removing, and using this product at
ground-level
prior to attempting to use it at heights above ground-level. Once you have become thoroughly knowledgeable and
comfortable with this
True North Treestands Inc. product setup, installation, removal, and use at ground-level, you’re now ready to use
it at heights above
ground-level. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! STOP NOW! Make sure you are wearing your full-body fall arrest harness and lineman belt as shown in Figure 23. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
NOTE: One very important note regarding the installation of your climbing system (i.e.,
climbing
sticks, ladders, sectionals, etc.) which meets or exceeds
industry standards recognized by the TMA. You must install the climbing system so the steps extend a minimum of 24-inches [61 cm]) (refer to Figure
24)
above your standing platform height. This practice insures you’re stepping off the top climbing stick down onto the standing platform. This practice
also insures you have a firm and secure hand-hold while stepping onto your treestand.
STEP 1:
NOTE: Installation of this treestand requires two (2) adults. Select a straight healthy tree, one devoid of dead branches with a minimum
diameter of 9-inches (23 cm) and one that does not exceed 20-inches (51 cm) in diameter at installation height.
WARNING! Install your climbing system, which meets or exceeds industry standards recognized by the TMA, so they extend a minimum of
24-inches (61 cm) above the standing platform. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
NOTE: You will require two (2) adults for the installation of your Mentor treestand.