Instruction manual

WARNING! Prior to attempting to climb a ladder stand for the first time, make certain the feet
of the bottom rung ladder section are firmly planted on solid, level ground. If they are not firmly
planted on level ground, DO NOT climb the ladder. With the help of two (2) other adults, lower
the stand and find a suitable location to safely install the ladder stand. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Before attempting to climb the ladderstand, bounce on the bottom ladder section to
set the ladder into the ground before proceeding higher. Failure to follow this warning may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Always lean forward while climbing and securely attach your full body harness tree
belt to the tree prior to securing the platform to the tree and stepping onto the platform. Failure
to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death!
STEP 7. CRITICAL STEP! After installing the support bar and stabilizer straps, it is now time to
attach the RATCHET STRAP to the upper section of your ladderstand. Ratchets are attached at
the contact point from the stand to the tree. Hook one end of the ratchet onto the rear frame
support, near the bark biters, wrap around tree trunk, and connect to opposite side. Carefully
tighten the VITAL RATCHET STRAP securely. (see fig. 6, page 70) NOTE: 2 VITAL
RATCHET STRAPS ARE INCLUDED AND NECESSARY FOR SOME MODELS.
ALWAYS USE ALL PARTS REQUIRED.
WARNING! When climbing to secure the ratchet strap(s) on the platform(s), it is important to
lean forward when climbing to keep the stand centered and secure to the tree trunk. DO NOT lean
backwards when climbing. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! When climbing, always maintain three points of contact as you ascend (climb up) and
while descending (climb down). Failure to maintain three points of contact puts the user at serious
risk of bodily injury. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! The platform ratchet strap(s), stabilizer straps and adjustable support bar(s) have all
been included with your new ladderstand to ensure its solid attachment to the tree. All three of
these safety devices must be installed as outlined in this Instruction Manual. Failure to install these
safety devices as outlined in this Instruction Manual may result in serious injury or death!
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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Ladderstand Install • FIGURE 3 Ladderstand Install FIGURE 4