Big Game Treestands The Apex CR9000 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ATTENTION!!
WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES
CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
PLEASE NOTE THAT WARNING! statements have been placed throughout this Instruction Manual. These
statements point out important safety information and instructions, which, if not followed could endanger the
personal safety and/or property of the operator. It is imperative that the operator of this product, or any other
product(s) read and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in this Manual prior to attempting to use
this product(s), or any other product(s). Failure to comply with these instructions and/or warnings may result in
serious personal injury or death!
This Instruction Manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association’s TMS 04 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and
TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems
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www.BigGameTreestands.com
The Apex®
Model CR9000
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ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
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TRIPOD USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS
WARNING! This Big Game® product carries strict weight restrictions. DO
NOT use this product if you exceed these total weight limitations. Please note
that these weight limitations include the user(s) and their equipment. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
A “Treestand Safety” dvd has been included. Please view it in its entirety prior to
using this product!
            
ensure your personal safety, please take a moment to carefully read this Instruction
Manual in its entirety before attempting to set-up, install, remove and/or otherwise

result in serious injury or death!
Shall you have any questions about the installation, removal, and/or use of this
            
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online at www.BigGameTreestands.com. Our customer service representatives will
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Treestands products.
Do not return this product to the retailer if you have any damaged or missing parts.
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number on a riveted metal tag axed to your product) before calling to better
assist you.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WARNING! statements have been placed throughout this
Instruction Manual.These statements point out important safety information and
instructions, which, if not followed could endanger the personal safety and/or
property of the operator(s). It is imperative that the operator(s) of this product, or
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           
instructions and/or warnings may result in serious personal injury or death!
WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions contained
in this Instruction Manual may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
        
         

 
          

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WARNING!          
       
       
        
        

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WARNING! 
          
armrests, backrest nor the shooting rail have been designed to support the users
           

risk of injury or death. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious or
death!
WARNING! DO NOT use this or any 
a history of heart problems, back problems, impaired vision, joints that lock-
up, spinal fusions, equilibrium problems, high blood pressure, are not well-
rested and/or any other physical impairment that may limit your ability to use
and/or operate this product(s) in the safe manner outlined in this Instruction

are currently taking medication (including prescription) and/or using and/or
consuming any substance, including alcohol, that may limit your ability to use


Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Do not remove, modify and/or omit any portion or otherwise
mechanically modify this product(s) or its assemblies in any manner.
        
factory warranty and may result in serious injury or death! If you suspect that a



product) before calling to better assist you. ALWAYS USE GENUINE FACTORY
AUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS
OTHER THAN GENUINE PARTS VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, you must inform someone of your hunting
location and the expected duration of your hunt. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make sure that you have a signaling device (e.g.,
mobile phone, radio, whistle, signal are or Personal Locator Device (PLD)) in your
possession and in an operable condition. This device must be within easy access
should you experience the need to contact emergency assistance. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!            
     
supervision. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
you must take a moment and become familiar with its assembly, setup, installation,

product(s) at ground-level prior to attempting to use it at heights above ground-
level. Once you have become thoroughly knowledgeable and comfortable with
          
you are now ready to use it at heights above ground-level. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER hunt out of a freestanding platform treestand at heights at
which you are not completely comfortable. Depending on the hunting conditions,
choose the minimum hunting height that allows for safe, eective hunting. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Strict weight limitations have been set for each product(s) to ensure

NEVER
EXCEED THESE WEIGHT LIMITATIONS! Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT          
             


(8 km). Do not attempt to use this or any other product(s) when any other adverse
weather condition(s) presents itself. These include, but are not limited to, weather
condition(s) which have the potential for producing winds, lightning, rain, snow,
sleet and/or any other atmospheric condition which may limit the user’s ability to


product(s), return to the ground immediately and seek proper man-made shelter.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
CR9000 • THE APEX
MAX. OCCUPANCY  
CARRYING CAPACITY USERS AND EQUIPMENT 

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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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WARNING! 
in your possession. ALWAYS unload your weapon and pull it up to hunting height
using a tether or pull up rope. ALWAYS lower your unloaded weapon down to the

    
this same method when raising or lowering all other gear. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
(and its components) prior to each use for signs of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks,
deterioration and/or any other type of defect(s). DO NOT expose your freestanding
platform treestand to extended exposure to direct sunlight, excessive heat or

product(s) if they show evidence of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, deterioration and/or
any other type of defect(s). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! 
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Always wear the appropriate foot wear when using a freestanding
platform treestand. A good non-slip safety boot is important to your personal
safety. Be especially careful that boot laces do not get hooked on the freestanding
platform treestand or any of its components (tuck shoelaces into boot before
climbing). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT         
freestanding platform treestand in any way. Additionally, do not attach anything
         
instructions from the manufacturer. Failure to follow these instructions will void your
warranty and may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
freestanding platform treestand or any of its components outdoors when not in use. To


number on a riveted metal tag axed to your product) before calling to better assist
you. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT       
generation (transformers, generators, substations, etc.) and/or power
transmission equipment (power lines). Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Do not attempt to make adjustments to this product(s) while in
the stand. All adjustments must be made with the entire stand on the ground.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Check the ground under your freestanding platform treestand

your stand to tilt or shift as you climb. Do not use this stand when high winds
are present or forecast. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING!    
never attempt to level your freestanding platform treestand at heights above

           
freestanding platform treestand as necessary to alleviate this awkward angle.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! BEFORE each use, make sure all nuts and bolts are secure. CHECK
all hardware and webbing prior to every use to make sure that no damage has

coming into contact with any sharp objects. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT(S) IF
ANY DAMAGE IS SUSPECTED. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to climbing, make sure all legs, ladder or supporting

have come loose or separated. If they are, DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT(S).
the help of two (2) other adults (three (3) total) lower the stand back down to
the ground and reconnect the sections as appropriate. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! ALWAYS maintain three-point contact when climbing up or
down. Proper three-point contact means having either two feet with one hand
or one foot with two hands on the step portion of the climbing aids at all times
when climbing up or down. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! ALWAYS lean forward as you climb the freestanding platform
treestand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
Shall you have any questions about the assembly, installation or use of
this product, or any other product, please do not hesitate to call one of our
customer service representatives at [phone] and they will answer all
questions you may have about any of the complete line of products, or visit
www.BigGameTreestands.com. Please have the batch/serial number ready
(nd your batch number on a riveted metal tag axed to your product)
before calling to better assist you.

ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
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CR9000 THE APEX® TRIPOD
WARNING! Read all assembly, eld assembly and safety instructions
prior to using this product! Failure to follow the instructions on pages
2-9 may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT over tighten the hardware. Over tightening can
lead to structural damage and may negatively aect the performance
of your stand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
Refer to pages 8-9, Field Installation, for installation instructions.
NOTE: Most STEPS
ensure proper alignment. All bolts shall be inserted through the outside of the
tripod and secured with a nylock nut on the inside.
STEP 1. Slide the (3) top leg sections into the sleeves in the leg hub. Secure
NOTE: The top

STEP 2. Attach (3) platform supports to the outside of the top legs in the
 
    

STEP 3. Attach step 8 to the top leg that has the hand grip of the leg hub

nuts. NOTE: Step 8 is the step with a small extension that sticks out from the

STEP 4. Attach the (3) platform sections to the platform supports using

STEP 5. Attach the (3) platform connectors to the platform sections.
Securely
tighten every nut and bolt (Fig. 2).
STEP 6. Attach seat frame hub to the leg hub. The 4” nylon washer shall be

NOTE: The seat frame
shall angle upward (Fig. 2).
CR9000
SPECS
Max. Weight Capacity (User and Equipment) Maximum Occupancy Tools Required for Assembly
300 lbs/136 kg ONE (1) AdjustableWrench - Qty 2 (Not included)
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CR9000 FIGURE 1
Platform Support
Platform SupportPlatform Support
Step 8 (Top)
Top Leg Section
Top Leg Section
Top Leg Section
Lb
B
B
B
B
B
BB
B
Parts List (CR9000)
Part # Description Qty Part # Description Qty
 Middle Leg   Platform Connector 3
 Top Leg 3  Platform Support 3
 Bottom Leg 3  Left Rail Support 
 Standard Step   Right Rail Support 
 Step 3   Armrest Cover 2
    Front Rail Cover 
 Step 8   Rear Rail Cover 2
 X-Support Instruction Manual 
 Platform Section 3 Hardware Pack
     22
     38
 Armrest 2   
 Front Rail    
 Rear Rail    
 Seat Cushion    
 Seat Cushion Support   Snap Pin 2
 X-Support Bracket 4   

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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!

STEP 7. Attach the armrest to the brace on the top edge
of the seat frame hub
NOTE: The open end
of the armrest shall be to the back and pointing up. The
back of the hub is the side that forms a“V”. Repeat on
opposite side with second armrest (Fig. 2).
STEP 8. Attach the left rail support to the left armrest.
The support shall bend up and forward. Secure with

Repeat on opposite side with the right rail support (Fig.
2).
STEP 9. Attach the rear rail to the rail supports and
armrests
NOTE: The rear rail shall be to the
outside of the armrests (Fig. 2).
STEP 10. Attach the front rail to the rear rail using (2)
snap pins. NOTE: The tabs on the front rail shall be on
the top (Fig. 2).
STEP 11. SECURELY TIGHTEN EVERY NUT AND BOLT.
STEP 12. Attach the seat cushion support around the
bar in front of the rear rail and the armrests and secure
with the 8 snap buckles. NOTE: The square opening
shall be in the backrest (Fig. 2).
STEP 13. Attach the padded camo covers to the rails
seat
cushion by putting the strap through the opening in
the back of the seat cushion support. Secure with the
snap buckle (Fig. 2A).
ASSEMBLE THE LEGS
STEP 1. Slide Step 3 and Step 6 onto two middle legs.
Step 3 shall have an upward pointing bracket on the
back. Step 6 shall have a downward pointing bracket on
the back (Fig. 3A). Slide together the (2) middle legs and
a bottom leg. NOTE: The bottom leg can be adjusted to
achieve desired height.
STEP 2.  steps
will secure the leg sections together. NOTE:  
step will not be installed until connecting the legs to
the platform. All steps shall be installed so that they are
pointing upward and shall be on the same side of the
leg as the anchor support on the bottom. Secure the


STEP 3. Assemble the remaining legs by sliding the
bottom leg and (2) middle legs together. Secure each

NOTE: The bottom leg is
adjustable for level installation on uneven ground.
STEP 4. Attach an X-support bracket to the second
         
section. The top bracket shall point down and curve
away from the leg and the bottom bracket shall point

   
second X-support bracket to the second predrilled
hole from the top of the second middle leg section.

non-step bearing legs with brackets. NOTE: Do not tighten nuts and bolts.
ASSEMBLE TRIPOD
STEP 1. Lay platform on its back. Slide the assembled legs into the top legs. NOTE: The leg
with the steps shall slide into the top leg with the step and handgrip. The 7th step shall also

NOTE: Make sure the anchor supports on the bottoms are all
pointing outward (Fig. 3).
…instructions continued on page 6
CR9000 FIGURE 2
Seat Cushion
Support
Right Rail Support
Rear Rail
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
AA
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
C
A
Snap
Pin
Snap
Pin
Front Rail
Armrest
Armrest
Left Rail Support
Seat Frame

L
Platform
Connectors
Platform
Support
Platform
Support
Platform
Support
Platform
Section
Platform
Section
Platform
Section
asher
CR9000 FIGURE 2A

ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
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Top Leg Top Leg Top Leg

B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B


Step 4
Step 3
Step 2

Bottom Leg
Anchor
Support
Anchor
Support
Anchor
Support
Bottom Leg
Bottom Leg
Middle Leg
Middle Leg
Middle Leg
Middle Leg
Middle
Leg
Middle
LegX-Support
Brackets
X-Support
Bracket
X-Support
Bracket
CR9000 FIGURE 3
CR9000
FIGURE 3A

Step 3
STEP 2. Attach the X-supports by securing one to each top bracket using

X-supports
NOTE: X-supports shall form
 X-supports shall be secured to the

WARNING! Never attempt to use this product(s) without X-supports
or any component of this tripod. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
STEP 3. SECURELY TIGHTEN ALL NUTS AND BOLTS.
STEP 4. . Lift the platform and walk the
tripod up until erect.
WARNING! Do not use this tripod on soft ground or during extremely
windy weather conditions. Failure to follow these instructions may
cause serious injury or death!
 Refer to pages 8-9, Field Installation, for
installation instructions.


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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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X-Supports
D
D
D
D
X-Supports
D
D
D
D
Bottom
X-Support Bracket
Top
X-Support Bracket
X-Supports
D
D
D
D
CR9000 FIGURE 4
CR9000 FIGURE 4A
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ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
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WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions
contained in this Instruction Manual may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! FALLS FROM A FREESTANDING PLATFORM TREESTAND
SEAT CAN OCCUR ANYTIME AFTER LEAVING THE GROUND. THESE FALLS
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY,
PLEASETAKE A MOMENT TO CAREFULLY READTHIS PRODUCT INSTRUCTION
MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE, SET-UP,
INSTALL, REMOVE, AND/OR OTHERWISE USE THIS BIG GAME® PRODUCT(S).
AT LEAST ANNUALLY, REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION
MANUAL. ADDITIONALLY, KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ENTIRE
DURATION THAT YOU OWN THIS PRODUCT(S). FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
WARNING! THE SAFE USE AND OPERATION OF THIS PRODUCT(S) IS THE
SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER. IT IS ALSO THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF
THE OWNER TO PROVIDE ANY PERSON(S) WHO BORROW OR PURCHASE THIS
PRODUCT(S) WITH THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! ADDITIONALLY,
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY SUBJECT YOU TO PERSONAL
LIABILITY PENALTIES AS DETERMINED BY THE U.S. JUDICIAL SYSTEM.
WARNING! 

backrest nor the shooting rail have been designed to support the users weight.

of weight on these structures. Doing so will put the user in serious risk of injury
or death. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT
a history of heart problems, back problems, impaired vision, joints that lock-
up, spinal fusions, equilibrium problems, high blood pressure, are not well-
rested and/or any other physical impairment that may limit your ability to use
and/or operate this product(s) in the safe manner outlined in this Instruction

are currently taking medication (including prescription) and/or using and/or
consuming any substance, including alcohol, that may limit your ability to use


Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Do not remove, modify and/or omit any portion or otherwise
mechanically modify this product(s) or its assemblies in any manner.
        
factory warranty and may result in serious injury or death! If you suspect that
      
ALWAYS USE GENUINE
FACTORY AUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT
PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE BIG GAME® PARTS VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY
AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, you must inform someone of your hunting
location and the expected duration of your hunt. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make sure that you have a signaling device
(e.g., mobile phone, radio, whistle, signal are or Personal Locator Device (PLD))
in your possession and in an operable condition. This device must be within easy
access shall you experience the need to contact emergency assistance. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 

supervision. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
WARNING! NEVER hunt out of a freestanding platform treestand at heights
at which you are not completely comfortable. Depending on the hunting
conditions, choose the minimum hunting height that allows for safe, eective
hunting. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Strict weight limitations have been set for each product(s) to
     
platform treestand and that this weight limit includes the user(s) and their
equipment. NEVER EXCEED THESE WEIGHT LIMITATIONS! Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT
 
of the stand you intend to climb. Do not attempt to use this or any other Big


any other adverse weather condition presents itself. These include, but are not
limited to, weather conditions which have the potential for producing winds,
lightning, rain, snow, sleet and/or any other atmospheric condition which may

described in this Instruction Manual. Should inclement weather conditions arise

Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!         
seat. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
gear in your possession. ALWAYS unload your weapon and pull it up to hunting
height using a tether or pull up rope. ALWAYS lower your unloaded weapon

be open and the barrel pointing downward toward the ground) to attempting

Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!         
product(s) (and its components) prior to each use for signs of wear, rot,
corrosion, cracks, deterioration and/or any other type of defect. DO NOT expose
your freestanding platform treestand to extended exposure to direct sunlight,

treestand or any other product(s) if they show evidence of wear, rot, corrosion,
cracks, deterioration and/or any other type of defect. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT
product(s) in any way. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! 
store a freestanding platform treestand or any of its components outdoors when

           
death!
WARNING! Always wear the appropriate foot wear when using a
freestanding platform treestand. A good non-slip safety boot is important to
your personal safety. Be especially careful that boot laces do not get hooked
on the freestanding platform treestand or its components (tuck shoelaces into
boot before climbing). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
Prior to using this stand you must also read and follow all Safety
Warnings from pages 2-7 of this manual.
FIELD INSTALLATION

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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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WARNING! DO NOT erect this product(s) around power generation
(transformers, generators, substations, etc.) and/or power transmission
equipment (power lines). Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Do not attempt to make adjustments to this product(s) while
on the freestanding platform treestand. All adjustments must be made with the
entire freestanding platform treestand on the ground. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Check the ground under your freestanding platform treestand

your freestanding platform treestand to tilt or shift as you climb. Do not use a
freestanding platform treestand when high winds are present or forecast. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
never attempt to level your freestanding platform treestand at heights above

           
freestanding platform treestand as necessary to alleviate this awkward angle
before leaving the ground and climbing into your freestanding platform
treestand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
WARNING! BEFORE each use, make sure all nuts and bolts are secure. CHECK
all hardware and webbing prior to every use to make sure that no damage has

coming into contact with any sharp objects. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT(S) IF
ANY DAMAGE IS SUSPECTED. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to climbing, make sure all legs, ladder or supporting

have come loose or separated. If they are, DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT(S). 
the help of two (2) other adults (three (3) total) lower the freestanding platform
treestand back down to the ground and secure the sections as appropriate and
as outlined in this Manual. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! A LWAYS maintain three-point contact when climbing up or
down. Proper three-point contact means having either two feet with one hand
or one foot with two hands on the step portions at all times when climbing up
or down. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
Shall you have any questions about the assembly, installation or use of
this product, or any other product, please do not hesitate to call one of our
customer service representatives at [phone] and they will answer all
questions you may have about any of the complete line of products, or visit
www.BigGameTreestands.com. Please have the batch/serial number ready
(nd your batch number on a riveted metal tag axed to your product)
before calling to better assist you.
WARNING!        
Additionally, never attempt to level your freestanding platform

is unlevel, canted or angled awkwardly upward or downward, or

platform treestand as necessary to alleviate this awkward angle.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
WARNING!          
remove your freestanding platform treestand. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
STEP 1.

STEP 2. Check to make sure the platform is on secure and level
ground and the standing and seating platforms are level. If the
platform is unlevel, adjust the bottom legs until the platform is level
(as directed in these instructions). NOTE:  
feet to allow for staking (i.e., anchoring) to the ground for additional
safety. Extreme precaution shall be used to ensure that the stand is

as well as (3) auger style stakes, all sold separately.
WARNING!      
treestand to preclude it from tipping or shifting during installation
and/or use. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING!           
           
no circumstances shall you attempt to level your platform in a manner other than
described in this Instruction Manual. Failure to follow these instructions will result in
serious injury or death!
REMOVING YOUR FREESTANDING PLATFORM TREESTAND FROM THE FIELD
WARNING! 
injury or death!
STEP 1.
INSTALLING YOUR FREESTANDING PLATFORM TREESTAND IN THE FIELD
FIGURE 1

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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 and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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BGHA, Inc., PO Box 382, Windom, Minnesota 56101
STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty: BGHA, Inc. 
or climbing system products to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of twelve months from the original date of retail
     
delivered to be free from physical defects for a period of twelve months from
the original date of retail purchase.
Repair Procedures, Exclusive Remedy: BGHA, Inc. will at its option, repair,


          
          


not covered by warranty, and product updates, will be provided at a set rate.
Limitations: This warranty is void if the product is damaged by improper

          
instructions; or if any attempt is made to repair the product without
          
determine the suitability of these products for each particular application. Big



life and health, other than those situations that the products are intended for.
This warranty is not assignable or transferable.
No Other Warranties:       
     

       
         

 
       Except as required by law, no
          
warranties, representations, or obligations inconsistent with or in addition to
those set forth in this limited warranty.
No Damages:
incidental, or consequential damages resulting from breach of warranty or
under any other legal theory, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.


damage or destruction of items or equipment used with, or in conjunction

General: (a) This agreement is the entire agreement between you and
        
           
  
not constitute a waiver of any subsequent default or breach of the same of
dierent kind. (c) The invalidity of any provision of this agreement shall not
aect the validity of the other provisions hereof. (d) This agreement shall be

To activate your product’s warranty, please mail in your registration
card or submit it online at www.BigGameTreestands.com
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
 


Street Address
City State Zip Code
E-mail Address Phone
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Date Purchased

    
Other, Please Explain
   
   

       
highest standards, regular maintenance is required for the upkeep
of your product. Regular maintenance is the responsibility of the
consumer; we recommend that you replace all strap assemblies
and cam-buckle straps for your freestanding platform treestand
at least annually, cables and ALL hardware every three years. If
at anytime there is a defect with any part of your freestanding
platform treestand , we insist that you replace the part prior to
using the stand. Improper or incorrectly performed maintenance
        
will void all warranties.
Replacement parts may be ordered on our website at www.
BigGameTreestands.com or by calling our customer service

OWNER’S RECORD


Serial/Batch number
(Find your Batch number on a riveted metal tag axed to your product)
Purchased From
Purchased Date
YOU MUST RETURN THE COMPLETED REGISTRATION
CARD ABOVE WITHIN (30) DAYS OF THE PURCHASE IN
ORDERTO ACTIVATETHE LIMITEDWARRANTY COVERAGE.
(Make sure to include date purchased on the card!)