Muddy The Nova 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!
February 2015. Published by Premier Outdoor Equipment, LLC, Windom, Minnesota.
© 2015 Premier Outdoor Equipment, LLC All rights reserved.
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.GoMuddy.com
The Nova
Model MLS1700

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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LADDERSTAND USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS
WARNING! This Muddy® 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: It’s Up To You” dvd has been included. Please view it
in its entirety prior to using this product!
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Muddy® product. To 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 use this Muddy® product(s). Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
Shall you have any questions about the installation, removal, and/or
use of this product, or any other Muddy® product(s) do not hesitate to
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      www.GoMuddy.com. Our customer service
representatives will answer any questions you may have about any of
the complete line of Muddy® products.
Do not return this product to the retailer if you have any damaged or
missing parts. Call Muddy® for replacement of any damaged or missing
     
ready (nd your batch 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 any other Muddy® product(s) read and follow all the instructions
and warnings contained in this Instruction Manual prior to attempting to use
this Muddy® product(s), or any other Muddy® product(s). Failure to comply
with these 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! 
          
          
  
.
         
         
         
         

WARNING! A “Treestand Safety: It’s Up To You”      
treestand. Please view it in its entirety prior to using this or any other Muddy®
product(s). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, you must inform someone of your hunting location,
including the specic location of your treestand and the expected duration of your
hunt. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!           


TREESTAND SAFETY: IT’S UP
TO YOU”
        
          

WARNING! Do not remove,modify,and/oromit any portionor otherwisemechanically
modify this Muddy® product(s) or its assemblies in any manner. Modication,
misuse, and/or part substitution shall immediately void your factory warranty and
may result in serious injury or death! If you suspect that a part(s) is missing and/or

of missing or defective parts, 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
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or attaching anything to it except if explicitly authorized in writing by Muddy®.
ALWAYS USE GENUINE FACTORY AUTHORIZED MUDDY® REPLACEMENT PARTS.
USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE MUDDY® PARTS
VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY AND 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! A LWAYS inspect/check ALL expiration dates/tags on all straps (e.g., tree
belt, tether/lanyard, etc.) and the full-body fall arrest harness and its components
ALL straps and suspension seats EVERY three

or is showing any signs of damage and/or wear. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury and death!
WARNING! Make certain all chains, cable straps, etc. are tightened per this
Instruction Manual prior to use. All treestand bark biters must be in contact with
the tree before you step onto the stand. The correct adjustment and tightening of
attachment hardware (as outlined in each individual instructions) is critical to the
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Arrest System (FAS) which includes a full-body fall arrest harness, tree belt, lanyard/
tether, suspension relief device and climbing belt/linesmen belt (as applicable) in
accordance with the Instructions contained in this Instruction Manual. 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! Prior to attempting to use this or any other Muddy® product(s) you
must take a moment and become familiar with its assembly, setup, installation,
           
of this 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 this Muddy® product(s) setup, installation, use, and removal at ground-level,
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! Several Muddy® products are equipped with a footrest, armrests,
         
            

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 modify, x/repair, alter, bend, cut, weld, drill, or heat the
treestand in any way. Additionally, do not attach anything to your treestand
without explicit authorized and written instructions from the manufacturer. Failure
to follow these instructions will void your warranty and may result in serious injury
or death!
MLS1700 • THE Nova MAX. OCCUPANCY  One (1)
CARRYING CAPACITY USER 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! 
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 ground
prior (when raising or lowering rearms, the chamber must be open and the barrel
         
same method when raising or lowering all other gear. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to each use thoroughly inspect the treestand (and its components)
and all safety devices each time before use for signs of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks,
deterioration and/or any other type of defect(s). Make certain that your treestand
is tight and secure prior to use. Protect this product(s) from extended exposure to
direct sunlight, excessive heat or freezing temperatures by storing inside when not
in use. Do not use this or any other product(s) if it shows 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! DO NOT attempt to make adjustments to this product while in the
treestand. All adjustments must be made with the entire treestand on the ground.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT use this or any other Muddy® products(s) if you have 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 Manual. Additionally, do not use this
or any other Muddy® product(s) if you are currently taking medication (including
prescription) and/or using and/or consuming any substance, including alcohol, that
may limit your ability to use this Muddy® product(s) as outlined and described in

Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT leave your Muddy® product(s) installed for more than two weeks
(14 days). Any number of factors can jeopardize its installation and integrity. These
include, but are not limited to, weather or other environmental factors that can
negatively aect its performance. Animals can also cause damage to your Muddy®
product(s) that can negatively aect its performance and your safety. Additionally,
factors such as tree growth can stress and damage supporting straps, chains and/
or buckles. 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

Muddy® product(s). This weight limit includes the user(s) and equipment. NEVER
EXCEED THESE WEIGHT LIMITATIONS! Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT jump or bounce on the treestand platform and/or the seat to
engage the stand to the tree. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT attempt to use this or any other Muddy® product(s) when ice,
snow, and/or freezing rain has deposited or formed on any portion of the tree or
stand you intend to climb. Do not attempt to use this or any other Muddy® product(s)

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 conditions
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 operate this Muddy®
product(s) in a safe manner as described in this Instruction Manual. Shall inclement
weather conditions arise during your use of this Muddy® 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!
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 occurred

coming into contact with any sharp edges. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF ANY
DAMAGE IS SUSPECTED. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! REPLACE any damaged or worn part with original parts. Replace
attachment belts every three years and when not in use store in a dry, cool, safe place

  www.GoMuddy.
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
. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! A LWAYS wear the appropriate foot wear when using a treestand. A good
non-slip safety boot is important for your safety. Be especially careful that boot laces
do not get hooked on the treestand (or any of its components) or climbing aids (tuck
shoelaces into boot before climbing). Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER hunt out of a treestand at heights at which you are not completely
comfortable. Depending upon the tree and 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! DO NOT stand on the treestand seat. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! These Muddy® product(s) were designed for installation on trees with

inches (51 cm) at treestand installation height (i.e., seat height). DO NOT use your
Muddy® product(s) on trees with trunk diameters that do not meet this minimum/
maximum diameter requirement. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING!           
ladderstand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! The criss-cross straps and stabilization devices must be attached and
tightened before attempting to climb to the seating/standing platforms. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! When installing a ladderstand, always apply weight on the rst rung to
set the ladder rmly into the ground. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Check the ground under ladderstands and climbing systems to make
sure it is rm and level. Sloping ground or uneven surfaces (e.g., one side on a rock)
can cause the ladder to tilt or shift o the tree as you climb. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! ALWAYS maintain three-point contact when climbing up/down a tree
when using climbing aids and/or ladderstands. 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! When installing ladderstands, ALWAYS lean forward as you climb and
attach your full-body fall arrest harness tree belt to the tree trunk before securing
the platform to the tree and stepping onto the platform. 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] or visit www.GoMuddy.com for more details,
and they will answer all questions you may have about any of the complete line of
products. 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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Part # Description Qty
 Ladder Section 2
 Support Bar Ladder Section 1
 Foot Platform 1
 Top Ladder Extension 2
 Left Side Frame 1
 Right Side Frame 1
 Seat Assembly 1
 Seat Bar 1
 Left Backrest Support 1
 Right Backrest Support 1
 Rear Frame Support 1
 Left Shooting Rail Piece 1
 Right Shooting Rail Piece 1
  1
  1
 Footrest 1
 Armrest 2
  2
  2
 Right Shooting Rail Stop 1
 Left Shooting Rail Stop 1
 Support Bar Tree Piece 1
 Support Bar Ladder Piece 1
  2
  1
 Seat Rest 2
 Ratchet Strap 1
 Stabilizer Strap 2
 Rope 1
  1
  2
  1
 Instruction Manual 1
PARTS LIST
SPECS
TOOLS REQUIRED:

Minimum/Maximum Tree Diameter
9” min. and 20” max. at installation height
(i.e., seating platform height)
Maximum Occupancy: 
Max. Weight Capacity (User and Equipment): 
Prior to using this stand you must also read and follow all Safety Warnings
from pages 2-7 of this manual.
WARNING!          
included with this product at all times during use of this product. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
harness. These devices have been deemed unsafe for use in climbing apparatus
          
provided full-body fall arrest harness which meets TMA standards or a similar full-
body fall arrest harness which is compliant with TMA guidelines. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT use this, or any other Muddy®product(s) to climb utility poles,

this or any other Muddy®product(s) around power generation (e.g., transformers,

treestand on a dead, leaning, diseased or loose barked tree. NEVER USE A TREE
BRANCH, OR ANY PORTION OF A TREE, TO SUPPORT ANY PORTION OF YOUR
WEIGHT OR AS A HAND HOLD. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
attempt to level your treestand at heights above the ground. If you nd that your
treestand is unlevel, canted, angled awkwardly upward or downward, or in any
conguration other than level, immediately climb down to ground-level and
readjust your treestand as necessary to alleviate this awkward angle. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING!        
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 ground prior to attempting to climb down. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
We are very serious about your personal safety. A full-body fall arrest harness has
been included with this product for your use. The full-body fall arrest harness,
which meets or exceeds TMA standards, has been designed to keep you from
experiencing a fall.
READ THE FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS SECTION PAGES 1215
CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS! YOUR FULLBODY FALL
ARREST HARNESS AND ITS COMPONENTS I.E., LANYARD/TETHER, TREE BELT,
CLIMBING BELT, SUSPENSION RELIEF DEVICE IS DESIGNED FOR A MAXIMUM
CAPACITY USER AND EQUIPMENT OF 300 POUNDS 136 KG. ADDITIONALLY,
YOUR FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS AND IT COMPONENTS MUST BE
REPLACED AFTER THREE 3 YEARS OF SERVICE! PLEASE CONTACT MUDDY®
FOR FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE SHALL
YOU EXPERIENCE A FALL OR SHALL IT EXCEED THE THREE 3 YEAR SERVICE
PERIOD.
WARNING! These ladderstands were designed to be used on trees with a
MINIMUM DIAMETER OF 9 INCHES 23 CM AND A MAXIMUM DIAMETER
OF 20 INCHES 51 CM AT TREESTAND INSTALLATION HEIGHT I.E., SEATING
PLATFORM HEIGHT. 
diameters. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
To activate your product’s warranty, a registration card can be found on page
16 and must be completed and returned to the manufacturer within 30 days
of purchase. Be sure to keep a copy of this for your records.

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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HARDWARE LIST It is recommended to make sure you have all parts and hardware prior to assembly.
Part # Description Qty
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 1/4" Delta Bolt 2
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 Allen Wrench 1
 Seat Tension Bolt 1
STORAGE AND CARE OF YOUR STAND
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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 aect its performance.
(To adjust seat tension)

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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the left &right side
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WARNING! Read the WEIGHT RESTRICTION WARNING, USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS and FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS USAGE
INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS on pages 2-4 and pages 12-15 prior to assembly of this product! Failure to follow the instructions on this page, pages
2-15 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 10-11, Field Installation-Ladderstands, for installation instructions.
NOTE: Steps 1-9 require you to temporarily nger tighten nuts to ensure
proper alignment.
FIG. 1 FIG. 2
STEP 3. Insert the rear frame support into the side frames aligning
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attach the assembled backrest support to the side frames and
armrests 
nylon spacers and (2) 1/4’’ nylock nuts. Note: The lower holes are used
in the armrests and backrest support. The bends of the backrest
support are to angle to the rear, also the bolts must be installed from
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STEP 4. Slide the left and right shooting rail stops over the front of
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of the armrests to the outside of the side frames using (2) 1/4’’ x 2 1/4’’
hex bolts [E], (4) nylon washers and (2) 1/4’’ nylock nuts (Fig. 4).
WARNING! A footrest, armrests, rear frame support and shooting rail have been provided for support/
and or comfort and is not designed to carry the full weight of the user. Never place more than 15 lbs (7 kg)
on these structures. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
FIG. 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!!
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STEP 5. Attach the footrest and foot platform to the top ladder
extensions using (2) 1/4” x 2 1/2” hex bolts [F], (4) nylon washers, (2) 1/4’’
nylon spacers and (2) 1/4”nylock nuts to secure (Fig. 5).
STEP 6. Insert the seat bar
through the front of the
seat assembly and secure
using (1) 1/4’’ x 1 1/4’’ hex
bolt [A] and (1) 1/4’’ nylock
nut. NOTE: The seat tension
bolt must be threaded
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STEP 7. Sleeve the backrest of the seat assembly over the backrest
support. Then, attach the seat assembly to the backrest support using
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WARNING! A footrest, armrests, rear frame support and shooting rail have been provided for support/
and or comfort and is not designed to carry the full weight of the user. Never place more than 15 lbs (7 kg)
on these structures. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
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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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used to set the desired length of the adjustable support bar (Fig. 11).
STEP 13. 
[C] and 1/4’’ wing nut (Fig. 12). NOTE: These gures relate to Step 5 of the
Installation Instructions from page 10.
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STEP 8. Connect the left and right shooting rails using
(1) 1/4’’ x 1 1/4’’ hex bolt [A] and (1) 1/4’’ wiz nut. Attach
the assembled shooting rail to the outside of the
armrests 
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STEP 9. Attach the backrest support to the
rear of the foot platform using (2) 1/4’’ x 2’’ hex
bolts [D], (4) nylon washers and (2) 1/4’’ nylock
nuts (Fig. 9).
STEP 10. SECURELY
TIGHTEN EVERY NUT AND
BOLT AT THIS TIME.
STEP 11. Attach the
shooting rail foam &
cover to the shooting
rail and armrest foam &
covers to the armrests.
Insert the accessory
hooks and drink holder in
desired locations (Fig. 10).
WARNING! A footrest, armrests, rear
frame support and shooting rail have been
provided for support/and or comfort and is not
designed to carry the full weight of the user.
Never place more than 15 lbs (7 kg) on these
structures. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
FIG. 9

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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!
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comfortable :
Because if you aren’t comfortaBle, you’re
moving and if you’re moving you’ll Be seen!
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AdjustAble shooting rAil! three set options to move the shooting rail for a more
comfortaBle rest.
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drink holder and 2 accessory
hooks! easy access.
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shooting rail stop allows you
to move the shooting rail up and
down for perfect aim.

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READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
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FIELD INSTALLATION  LADDERSTANDS
WARNING! DO NOT attempt to install this product on a tree that is not straight, healthy and devoid of dead branches, limbs, vines or anything that
might interfere with installation. DO NOT attempt to install this treestand on a tree that is leaning, diseased, crooked, has loose bark, or does not meet
the minimum installation diameter of nine (9) inches (23 cm) and a maximum diameter of (20) inches (51 cm) at treestand installation height (i.e., seat
height). Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or death!
STEP 1 . Select a straight, healthy tree–one devoid of dead branches or loose
bark. DO NOT attempt to install this product on a tree that is not healthy.
STEP 2. Assemble
ladder sections to the
main section. Note:
All ladder sections will
be assembled with
the male end facing
upward and all female
ends (sleeves) facing
downward (Fig. 1).
After assembling the
ladder, secure using
(4)
1/4’’ x 1 1/4’’ hex bolts
[A], (4) nylon washers
and (4) 1/4’’ nylock
nuts in every joint to
secure .
STEP 3. Attach the (2)
stabilizer straps to each side
of the rear frame support
(near the bark biters). Secure
stabilizer straps by wrapping
stabilizer straps around rear
frame support and pulling
through its looped end (Fig. 2).
Then, rmly tie stabilizer straps
to a lower-level ladder rung.
NOTE: Do not attempt to install your ladderstand without the stabilizer straps rmly
tied to the ladder.
STEP 4. Place the ladderstand at on the ground in front of the tree with the bottom
ladder section approximately two (2) feet away from the base of the trunk. Then with
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the bark biters to come into direct contact with the tree. Once elevated completely,
carefully pull the base away from the tree until the sitting & standing platforms are
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ladder portion of the ladderstand while anyone is climbing to secure the platform.
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portion of the ladderstand while anyone is climbing to secure the platform. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
STEP 5. The adjustable support bar shall be attached as outlined in
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receivers on the middle ladder section. Adjust the length so that the tree
piece ts snugly to the tree, providing rigid support to the ladder (Fig. 4).
Once you have set the adjustable support bar, use the rope to secure it to
the tree (Fig. 4A).
STEP 6.
When the ladderstand is
level and the adjustable support
bar is secure, untie the stabilizer
straps from the ladder section.
Criss-cross stabilizer straps behind
the tree trunk pulling them
snug (Fig. 5). Then, secure each
stabilizer strap by tying several
rm knots around a middle
section ladder rung.
NOTE: Tie
the stabilizer straps as high as you
can reach while standing safely on
the ground (Fig. 4).
Female
End
Top Ladder Section
Middle Ladder Section
Middle Ladder Section
Bottom Ladder Section
Support Bar
C
Male
End
A
A
Rear Frame Support
Bark Biters
Stabilizer
Strap
Raising the Ladderstand
Into Installation Position
Adjustable
Support
Bar
Ratchet Strap
Stabilizer Strap
Stabilizer Strap
Adjustable
Support
Bar
Ratchet Strap
Stabilizer Strap
Stabilizer Strap
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
FIG. 4 FIG. 5
Part B
(Ladder Piece)
Part A
(Tree Piece)
C
C
Top Ladder Section
Middle
Ladder Section
Rope
Note: Seating/
Standing Platform
must be parallel to
ground.
FIG. 4A