Instruction manual

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READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This Instruction Manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association’s
TMS 04-Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions & TMS 02-Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems
STEP 8. You are now ready to use your ladderstand!
WARNING! This product(s) is designed for adult use only! No one under the age of 16 should
attempt to use this or any other product(s) without direct adult supervision. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
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VITAL RATCHET INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1. With the ratchet strap ends secured to the treestand as previously outlined, thread
strap through slot in the center of the ratchet reel. (see Fig. 1) Remove slack from strap by
pulling loose end as tightly as possible. (see Fig. 2)
STEP 2. Next ratchet handle back and forth to tighten straps, a minimum of two (2) wraps
around the ratchet reel is required. (see Fig. 3)
STEP 3. After strap is tight, close handle to the lock position.
STEP 4. To remove tension, pull spring loaded retaining lock and open ratchet completely,
then manually pull strap to loosen. (see Fig. 4)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
Any number of innovative accessories are available and sold separately to compliment your
new Big Game
®
product(s). Only genuine authorized accessories should be used with Big
Game
®
product(s). Genuine Big Game
®
replacement parts are also available online or via
telephone. Should you require parts or service, or if you just have a question about this, or
any other product(s), simply give one of our customer service representatives a call toll-free
at 800-268-5077 or visit www.biggametreestands.com
STORAGE AND CARE OF YOUR STAND
Your new treestand is factory nished with a state-of- the-art powder coating that guarantees
years of trouble-free service. It is recommended that you store your treestand out of direct
sunlight and out of any other harsh environmental condition(s) that may adversely affect
its performance.