Muddy The Boss XL MFP1200 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!
January 2018. Published by Premier Outdoor Equipment, LLC., Windom, Minnesota
© 2018 Premier Outdoor Equipment, LLC. All rights reserved.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and
F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
PO Box 454 • Windom, MN 56101 • [phone]
www.GoMuddy.com
The Boss XL
Model MFP1200

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 ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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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 call one
of our customer service representatives toll free at [phone] or visit
us online at www.GoMuddy.com. Our customer service representatives
will answer any questions you may have about any of the complete line of
Muddy® products.
If you nd damaged or missing parts in a newly purchased product, please
return this product to the retailer for replacement.
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!Falls from a treestand can occur anytime after leaving the
ground.These falls could result in either serious injury or death! For your
personal safety, please take a moment to carefully read this product
instruction manual in its entirety before attempting to assemble, set-
up, install, remove, and/or otherwise use this Muddy® product(s). At
least annually, review the contents of this instruction manual and watch
the “TREESTAND SAFETY: IT’S UP TO YOU” dvd. Additionally, keep these
instructions for the entire duration that you own this Muddy® product(s).
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! A “TREESTAND SAFETY: IT’S UP TO YOU” dvd has been
included with this 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! The safe use and operation of this Muddy® product 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) from
them with these complete instructions. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death! Additionally, failure to follow these
instructions may subject you to personal liability penalties as determined
by the U.S. Judicial system.
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! DO NOT remove, modify, and/or omit any portion or
otherwise mechanically modify this Muddy® product(s) or its assemblies
in any manner. Modication, misuse, and/or part substitution may result
in serious injury or death! Never modify your stand in any way by making
repairs, or altering, adding or attaching anything to it except if explicitly
authorized in writing by Muddy®.
WARNING! ALWAYS 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 prior to each use. You must replace ALL
straps and suspension seats EVERY year. Never use any strap(s) or full-
body fall arrest harness that has expired and/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 stable installation of the
ladderstand(s). Additionally, you MUST be wearing your Fall 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! This product(s) is designed for adult use only. No one under
the age of 16 shall 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!
WARNING! Priortoattemptingto usethis oranyother Muddy®product(s)
you must take a moment and become familiar with its assembly, setup,
installation, use and removal. You must practice installing, setting-
up and using your full-body fall arrest harness and its components
(i.e., lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension relief device, climbing belt/
lineman’s belt [as applicable]) at ground-level prior to attempting to use
it at heights above ground-level. Once you have become thoroughly
knowledgeable and comfortable with this product(s) assembly, 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!
MFP1200 • BOSS XL
MAX. OCCUPANCY  One (1)
CARRYING CAPACITY
USERS AND EQUIPMENT 300 lbs/136 kg

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This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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! Several Muddy® treestands are equipped with a footrest,
armrests, backrests and/or shooting rail. Neither the footrest, armrests,
backrests nor the shooting rail have been designed to support the users
weight. Under no circumstances shall you place any more than fteen
(15) pounds (7 kg) 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! You must wear a Fall Arrest System (FAS) comprising of a
full-body fall arrest harness, lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension relief
device and climbing belt/lineman’s belt (as applicable) at all times after
leaving the ground. You must stay connected at all times after leaving
the ground while using xed position treestands. Single safety belts and
chest harnesses are no longer preferred and shall never be used. If you
are not wearing a full-body fall arrest harness (that is connected to the
tree) that is protecting you from a fall, do not leave the ground. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Never attempt to climb up or down with a weapon and/or
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 down to the ground prior (when raising or lowering
rearms, the chamber must be open and the barrel pointing toward
the ground) to attempting to climb up or climb down. Use this 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
damage(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 damage(s).
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT use this or any other Muddy® product(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 the Instruction Manual. Never use a treestand
when feeling ill, nauseous or dizzy. 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 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! ALWAYS inspect the treestand and all safety devices prior
to each use. DO NOT use product(s) if it shows signs of wear, damage,
deterioration, or vandalism. Factors such as tree growth, vandals, weather
and animals may aect the performance of an unattended treestand.
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 may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Climbing aids (e.g. stick ladders, sectional ladders, steps, etc.)
must extend above the treestand seating platform (at least 24 inches)
to allow the user to step down onto the platform. Never step up to your
stand from a climbing aid. 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 your personal safety. Note the weight limitations and maximum
occupancy for your 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 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) when thunderstorms
are threatening and/or present within ve (5) miles (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 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. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT jump or bounce on the treestand platform (or any
of the treestands components) and/or the seat to engage the stand to
the tree. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury
or death!
WARNING! To reduce your risk of injury or death from falls you must
wear a lineman style (climbing belt) full-body fall arrest harness that
meets or exceeds industry standards recognized by TMA. Always remain
harnessed to the tree from the moment you leave the ground until you
return to the ground. The lineman’s (climbing belt) style full-body fall
arrest harness must be worn in compliance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. If you do not or cannot use a lineman’s style (climbing
belt) full-body fall arrest harness that properly ts you must, under no
condition, attempt to use this or any Muddy® product(s). To purchase an
additional lineman’s (climbing belt) style full-body fall arrest harness or
to nd out more information regarding full-body fall arrest harnesses,
please contact us at [phone]. 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 to hardware and that webbing (as applicable) is
not cut or frayed. Keep webbing from 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!

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 ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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WARNING! REPLACE attachment belts every three years and when not
in use store in a dry, cool, safe place away from sunlight. Never store a
treestand or any of its components outdoors when not in use. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! ALWAYS wear the appropriate foot wear when using a
treestand. A good nonslip 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! DO NOT use this product, or attempt to use a treestand, on
a dead, leaning, diseased, loose barked tree (bark that akes or falls o),
irregular shaped trees or utility poles. DO NOT use this product on any
tree that does not allow for a level standing platform. 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 use this, or any other product(s) to climb utility
poles, telephone poles, structural columns or any other man-made
structures. Never use this or any other Muddy® product(s) around
power generation (e.g., transformers, generators, substations, etc.) and/
or power transmission equipment. Never use a 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! 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 a minimum diameter of nine (9) inches (23 cm) and a
maximum diameter of (20) 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! A full-body fall arrest harness that meets or exceeds industry
standards recognized by TMA with a lineman’s/climbing belt must
be worn at all times while installing or removing any hang-on style
treestands or climbing aids (i.e., ladders, sticks, steps, etc.). Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! When using a lineman’s belt/climbing belt to ascend the
tree, the full-body fall arrest harness tree belt and lanyard must be
attached to the tree trunk before stepping down on the treestand.
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! 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.
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 aect its performance.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Any number of innovative accessories are available and sold
separately to compliment your new Muddy® product(s). Only
genuine authorized accessories shall be used with Muddy®
product(s).

READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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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Part Number Hardware Description Qty
UP77-0039 [A] 5/16" x 1 3/4'' Hex Bolt 4
UP77-0041 [B] 5/16" x 2'' Hex Bolt 2
UP77-0048 [C] 5/16" x 3'' Hex Bolt 2
UP77-0019 [D] 1/4" x 1 1/2'' Hex Bolt 4
UP77-0001 1/4" Nylock Nut 4
UP77-0029 5/16" Nylock Nut 8
UP77-0030 Nylon Washer 34
PARTS LIST
SPECS
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Adjustable Wrench - Qty 2 (Not Included)
Minimum/Maximum Tree Diameter
9” (23 cm) min. and 20” (51 cm) max. at installation height
(i.e., seating platform height)
Maximum Occupancy
One (1)
Max. Weight Capacity (User and Equipment)
300 lbs/136 kg
HARDWARE LIST
Check to make sure you have all the required parts and
hardware. If you nd damaged or missing parts in a
newly purchased product, please return this product to
the retailer for replacement.
Part # Part Description Qty
UP15-0242 Standing Platform 1
UP18-0116 Seat Assembly 1
UP18-0117 Seat Bar 1
UP15-0243 Rear Frame Support 1
UP12-0097 Plastic Coated Cable 2
UP15-0214 Strap Assembly 1
UP15-0018 Full Body Harness A430.CB 1
UP15-0304 Treestand Safety DVD 1
Instruction Manual 1

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 ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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WARNING! A footrest has 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!
WARNING! Read the WEIGHT RESTRICTION WARNING, USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS and FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS
USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS on pages 2-4 and 10-13 prior to assembly of this product! Failure to follow the instructions on
this page and pages 2-4 and 10-13 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-Fixed Positions, for installation instructions.
Rear
Frame
Support
Standing
Platform
A
A
C
C
Plastic
Coated
Cable
Plastic
Coated
Cable
STEP 1. Place the rear frame support between the insertion
joints in the standing platform. Secure using (2) 5/16” x 2” hex
bolts [B], (8) nylon washers and (2) 5/16”nylock nuts.
STEP 2. Using (2) 5/16” x 3” hex bolts [C], (6) nylon washers and (2)
5/16” nylock nuts connect one end of each plastic coated cable to
the rear frame support.
NOTE: For proper assembly the 5/16’’ x 3’’ hex bolts should be
installed from the inside of the rear frame support to the outside.
STEP 3. Connect the lower ends of
plastic coated cables to pre-drilled
holes in standing platform. Secure
using (2) 5/16” x 1 3/4” hex bolts [A], (6)
nylon washers, and (2) 5/16”nylock nuts.
Rear
Frame
Support
Standing
Platform
B
B
FIG. 1
FIG. 2

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ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
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Rear
Frame
Support
Seat Assembly
Standing
Platform
Strap Assembly
Strap Assembly
STEP 4. Insert the seat bar into the bottom of the seat
assembly aligning the front holes. Secure using (2) 1/4’’ x 1
1/2’’ hex bolts [D], (4) nylon washers and (2) nylock nuts. It is
easier to insert the seat bars if the tabs are perpendicular to
the seat assembly.
STEP 5. Rotate the seat bar aligning remaining holes and
secure using (2) 1/4’’ x 1 1/2’’ hex bolts [D], (4) nylon washers
and (2) nylock nuts.
STEP 6. Attach the seat assembly to the rear frame support using (2)
5/16” x 1 3/4” hex bolts [A], (6) nylon washers and (2) 5/16” nylock nuts.
STEP 7. Securely tighten every nut and bolt at this
time using two adjustable wrenches (not included).
D
D
Seat Bar
Seat Bar
Seat Assembly
(Bottom View)
Seat Assembly
(Bottom View)
D
D
D
D
Seat Bar
Seat Bar
Seat Assembly
(Bottom View)
Seat Assembly
(Bottom View)
D
D
FIG. 4
FIG. 5
FIG. 3
Seat Assembly
Seat Assembly
Seat Assembly
A
Seat Bar
Seat Bar
Seat Bar
Rear
Frame
Support
Seat Assembly
Standing
Platform
A
A
WARNING! You must
never overtighten hardware.
Overtightening can result in an
unsafe condition and product
failure. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
STEP 8. Thread the long end of the
strap assembly into the slide buckle
on the short end as shown in Fig 5A.
Slide Buckle
Slide Buckle
Side View
Short End
Short End Long End
Long End FIG. 5A

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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 ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions
contained here may result in serious injury or death!
Read the full-body fall arrest harness section (pages 10-13) carefully
and follow all of the instructions! Your full-body fall arrest harness and
its component (i.E., Lanyard/tether, tree belt, climbing belt (lineman’s
belt as applicable), suspension relief device) is designed for a maximum
capacity (user and equipment) of 300 pounds 136 KG Model A430.Cb.
Additionally, your full-body fall arrest harness (and it components) must
be replaced after three (3) years of service! Please contact us for full-body
fall arrest harness replacement procedure SHALL you experience a fall
or SHALL it exceed the three (3) year service period.
WARNING! Never climb, install or use a treestand with a single safety
belt or chest harness. These devices have been deemed unsafe for use in
climbing apparatus applications and may endanger your personal safety.
Use only a full-body fall arrest harness that meets or exceeds industry
standards recognized by TMA. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other product(s) you
must take a moment and become familiar with its assembly, setup, use,
installation and removal. You must practice installing, setting-up, using
and removal 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 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! DO NOT leave your treestand installed for more than
two weeks (14 continuous days). Any number of factors can jeopardize
its installation. 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 treestand that can negatively aect its
performance and your safety. Additionally, factors such as tree growth can
stress and damage supporting straps and buckles. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER ATTEMPT to step onto a treestand until all treestand
contact points are secured tightly and rmly to the tree. NEVER ATTEMPT
to step onto a treestand unless your full-body fall arrest harness is properly
attached. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
WARNING! When installing your xed position treestand, you must wear
your full-body fall arrest harness and use the climbing belt at all times while
installing or removing your xed position treestand. The use of the climbing
belt ensures your stable attachment to the tree until installation is complete.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! When installing your treestand, never attempt to climb with
your treestand in your possession. Always use a pull up rope to raise and
lower the treestand during installation and removal. NEVER ATTEMPT TO
CLIMB WITH ANY HUNTING COMPONENT OR ACCESSORY IN HAND OR
ON YOUR BACK. 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 2-4 of this manual.
FIELD INSTALLATION  FIXED POSITION TREESTANDS
WARNING! 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. Never attempt to hunt from an
unlevel treestand. Additionally, never attempt to level your treestand at
heights above the ground. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Read all assembly instructions, eld assembly instructions
and safety warnings prior to using these products! Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! These treestands 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. DO NOT attempt to install on trees with
smaller or larger diameters. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Never install, set-up, or climb to your treestand with a
weapon. Use a pull-up rope to carefully raise your unloaded weapon after
full-body fall arrest harness is secure and you are set in the stand!
WARNING! When installing your climbing aids (i.e., climbing sticks,
ladders, stacking steps, sectional ladders, etc.) they must extend 24” above
the seating platform of your treestand. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death.
STOP NOW! It will be necessary to use the climbing belt with your full-
body fall arrest harness while ascending the tree and attaching your treestand.
As you climb it will be necessary to slide the climbing belt up the tree. Once
you’ve reached the desired height and your treestand is properly secured to
the tree, you will need to attach the permanent tree belt and secure tether
strap as illustrated on page 12 of this Manual. FAILURE TO WEAR YOUR FULL-
BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS AT ALL TIMESWHILE USINGTHIS PRODUCT
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
Prior to setting up or using your xed position stand, please take a
moment to check for damage or wear to the cables, strap assembly, and
hardware. It is necessary to replace these parts as normal maintenance
whenever wear exists or straps every year, cables every 2 years and
hardware every 3 years, whichever is sooner. Please do not attempt to
use your stand if there is a problem or considerable wear to the cables,
strap assemblies, or hardware!
WARNING! Modication, misuse, and/or part substitution may
result in serious injury or death! Never modify your stand in any way by
making repairs, or altering, adding or attaching anything to it except if
explicitly authorized in writing by Muddy®.

READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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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FIELD INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED
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.
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 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 2. Fold treestand standing platform to the upright position and hold to desired mounting position against the tree (Fig. 1).
STEP 3. Adjust strap assembly by pulling slide buckle. Attach one looped end of the silent slide buckle strap around the strap receiver (Fig. 1).
STEP 4. Wrap the strap assembly around the tree and attach the other end around the other strap receiver (Fig. 2). Pull strap tight. (The standing platform
must be in the upright position while doing the above steps.) NOTE: The strap MUST NOT be twisted when installed.
STEP 5. Gently lower standing platform to standing position; the treestand will then snug up to the tree to prevent any shifting (Fig. 3). NOTE: If stand does
not ratchet tightly to tree following lowering the standing platform, you MUST repeat these steps until a rm, safe installation is achieved.
WARNING! Make sure that you are wearing a full-body fall arrest harness! Ensure that the tree belt is tightened around the tree and the full-body fall
arrest harness is attached properly!
STEP 6. Before stepping onto the stand, be sure it is secured properly and is tight against the tree with all four contact points touching the tree. If the
treestand is not rmly secured to the tree, with all contact points in contact with the tree, DO NOT attempt to step onto the treestand. Remove the stand and
reattach it using Steps 1 through 4 until it is rmly secured to the tree as per these instructions.
WARNING! Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER ATTEMPT to step onto a standing platform until all treestand contact points are secured tightly and rmly to the tree. NEVER
ATTEMPT to step onto a standing platform unless your full-body fall arrest harness is properly attached. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
STEP 7. Carefully step onto the standing platform to be sure you have a solid feel against the tree. The seat folds down for sitting or up for standing (Fig. 4).
STEP 8. Carefully pull up your unloaded weapon.
Fixed Position Install • FIGURE 3
Strap Assembly
A
B
A
B
Fixed Position Install • FIGURE 4
Strap Assembly
A
B
A
B
Strap Assembly
A
B
A
B
Strap Assembly
A
B
A
B
Fixed Position Install • FIGURE 1 Fixed Position Install • FIGURE 2
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Any number of innovative
accessories are available and
sold separately to compliment
your new Muddy® product(s).
Only genuine authorized
accessories shall be used with
Muddy® product(s).
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 aect its
performance.
Strap Receiver
Strap
Receiver

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WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions
contained here may result in serious injury or death!
Read the full-body fall arrest harness section carefully and follow all of
the instructions! Your full-body fall arrest harness and its component
(i.e., lanyard/tether, tree belt, climbing belt [lineman’s belt as applicable],
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 its components) shall 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! 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, use and removal. You must practice installing, setting-up and
using your full-body fall arrest harness and its components (i.e., lanyard/tether,
tree belt, suspension relief device, climbing belt/lineman’s belt [as applicable])
at ground-level prior to attempting to use it at heights above ground-level.
Once you have become thoroughly knowledgeable and comfortable with this
product(s) assembly, 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! You must wear a Fall Arrest System (FAS) comprising of a full-
body fall arrest harness, lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension relief device
and climbing belt/lineman’s belt (as applicable) at all times after leaving the
ground. You must stay connected at all times after leaving the ground while
using xed position treestands. Single safety belts and chest harnesses are no
longer preferred and shall never be used. If you are not wearing a full-body
fall arrest harness (that is connected to the tree) that is protecting you from a
fall, do not leave the ground. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must practice putting the full-body fall arrest harness on,
adjusting and using your full-body fall arrest harness and it’s components (i.e.,
lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension relief device, climbing belt/lineman’s
belt [as applicable]) at ground-level in the presence of a responsible adult
to experience the feeling of hanging suspended before using in a hunting
environment. This experience will ensure you remain calm and collected shall
you experience a fall while hunting. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! The length of the full-body fall arrest harness lanyard/tether
must be kept to a minimum at all times during use. It shall be adjusted so that
it is above the head with no slack (snug) in the sitting position and you shall
have the minimum amount of slack possible when climbing. Never let the
tether strap get under your chin or around your neck. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Shall you experience a fall there is time to make a correct decision
on what action needs to take place. It is important to remember: DO NOT PANIC!
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! If you have a limiting physical and/or health condition that
precludes and/or renders you incapable of self-recovery and/or a suitable
escape plan is not available, DO NOT hunt from heights above ground-level.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Falls from a treestand can occur anytime after leaving the
ground. These falls could result in either serious injury or death! For your
personal safety, please take a moment to carefully read this product instruction
manual in its entirety before attempting to assemble, set-up, install, remove,
and/or otherwise use this Muddy® product(s). At least annually, review the
contents of this instruction manual and watch the “Treestand Safety: It’s Up
To You” dvd. Additionally, keep these instructions for the entire duration that
you own this Muddy® product. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING! The safe use and operation of this Muddy® product 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 from them with these
complete instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death! Additionally, failure to follow these instructions may subject
you to personal liability penalties as determined by the U.S. Judicial system.
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make sure that you have a signaling device
(e.g., mobile phone, radio, whistle, signal are, Personal Locator Device [PLD],
etc.) in your possession and on your person 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! Practice the use of your Muddy® full-body fall arrest harness
and Suspension Relief Device (SRD) at ground-level in the presence of a
responsible adult to experience the feeling of hanging suspended before
using in a hunting environment. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER allow the full-body fall arrest harness lanyard/tether to
get under your chin or around your neck. This poses a choking hazard that can
lead to serious injury or death. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! If your communication eorts are unsuccessful, you must
have a personal plan for self-recovery/escape shall you experience a fall.
Prolonged suspension in a full-body fall arrest harness can be fatal. It is
important to exercise the legs by pushing against the tree or doing other
forms of continuous leg exercises to avoid blood pooling while being
suspended, Varying degrees of physical tness may require dierent plans
for self-recovery/escape the eects of prolonged suspension. Have a personal
plan and practice it in the presence of a responsible adult before leaving the
ground. No one escape/rescue plan will work for every hunter, on every tree,
in every circumstance, Only you can determine the best self-recovery/escape
plan for your hunting situation before leaving the ground. There is time to
make a correct decision on what action to take if a fall occurs while wearing
a full-body fall arrest harness. It is important to remember, DO NOT PANIC.
Remain calm and Implement your practiced rescue, relief and recovery plan.
Hunt from the ground when a self-recovery /escape ability is absent. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Do not expose this full-body fall arrest harness to ozone in
any quantity in an enclosed environment. Exposure to even the slightest
amounts of ozone in an enclosed environment will severely degrade the
integrity of the harness and will cause it to structurally fail while in use.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in serious injury or death!
FULL-BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS

READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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! READTHESE MUDDY® FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW ALLTHE INSTRUCTIONS!
YOUR NEW FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS IS DESIGNED FOR A MAXIMUM CAPACITY USER AND EQUIPMENT OF 300 POUNDS
136 kg. ADDITIONALLY,YOUR NEW FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS MUST BE REPLACED AFTER THREE 3 YEARS OF SERVICE! REPLACE
YOUR FULLBODY FALL ARREST HARNESS IMMEDIATELY SHALL YOU EXPERIENCE A FALL WHILE WEARING IT.
WARNING! Use the Muddy® full-body fall arrest harness provided with this product or a harness that meets or exceeds industry standards
recognized by TMA. NOTE: You must store your full-body fall arrest harness out of direct sunlight and out of any other harsh environmental
condition(s) that may adversely aect its performance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
STEP 1. Identify the main
parts of the full-body fall
arrest harness. Hold the
full-body fall arrest harness
by the tether loop ensuring
the harness is upright and
leg straps are hanging
down. Straighten any parts
that have become twisted.
FULL-BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 3.
Feed the
left leg strap
between legs
and thread
through the
bottom left
waist loop.
Repeat with
the right leg
strap, feeding
between legs
and through
right waist
loop.
STEP 4. Secure the two leg straps by threading
the three bar buckle (Fig. 4). Tighten the leg
straps snuggly. DO NOT over tighten as this will
cut o the circulation to your legs. The Muddy®
full-body fall arrest harness shall look like the
one depicted in Figure 6 when donned correctly.
WARNING! It is very important to complete
this Step of the assembly. An improperly
secured buckle may cause full-body fall arrest
harness failure resulting in serious injury or
death! If there is not enough strap available
to complete this Step, DO NOT USE THIS FULL-
BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS! You may need
to purchase and use a larger specialty sized
full-body fall arrest harness that meets or
exceeds industry standards recognized byTMA.
FIG 1
FIG 2 FIG 3
FIG 4
STEP 2. Insert arms through
each shoulder strap.

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tree
belt
tree
belt
FIG 5
FIG 9
FIG 6
FIG 7
FIG 8
tree
belt
Sitting/
Seating
tether
WARNING! It may be necessary to purchase an aftermarket full-body fall arrest harness which meets or exceeds industry standards recognized
by TMA shall the Muddy® full-body fall arrest harness provided with this Muddy® product not be suciently large enough. Never exceed the weight
capacity of this product(s). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
STEP 5. If necessary to
use a climbing belt for the
eld installation of your
treestand (as per the specic
Instructions for your specic
treestand model), feed the
climbing belt through one
of the waist loops and wrap
the free end around the
tree. Then feed opposite
end through the opposite
waist loop and use three bar
buckle method described in
Fig 4 to secure.
STEP 6. Once you
have reached your
desired height,
insert the tree belt
through the loop of
the tether.
STEP 7. Then, carefully wrap
the tree belt around the
tree at a height that allows
just enough slack for you
to sit comfortably in your
stand. Keeping the tether as
short as possible limits the
distance you will travel, in
the unlikely event you shall
experience a fall.
STEP 8. To secure the tree belt, insert the free end up through
the slot in the buckle closest to opposite end of the tree belt,
then cross over the sliding mechanism and back down through
opposite slot.
STEP 9. Pull on tree belt to secure and test to make sure sliding mechanism
engages, creating secure tree belt placement.

READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and F2337 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System.
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 1. After a fall, take a moment to catch your breath and
stay calm. DO NOT PANIC.
Although no one plans to fall from their treestand, falls can and do occur without warning. It is important to become familiar with the guidelines below
and practice your recovery plan at ground-level. Failure to read, understand, and follow these STEPS may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! There is time to make a correct decision on what action to take if a fall occurs while wearing a full-body fall arrest harness. It is important
NOT TO PANIC! Remain calm and implement your practiced rescue, relief and recovery plan. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! A suspension relief device must be on your person and readily accessible while using a full-body fall arrest harness. These devices
will allow you to relieve the load on the lower extremities if suspended in a full-body fall arrest harness and help maintain circulation in the legs and
mitigate (minimize) suspension trauma (blood pooling) or allow descent to the ground. Follow all instructions below regarding the provided SRD
(Suspension Relief Device) Failure to follow full-body fall arrest harness instructions could result in not being able to return to the stand and being
suspended in a full-body fall arrest harness after a fall. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
FIG 1
FIG 4
FIG 3FIG 2
STEPS TO FOLLOW IF A FALL WERE TO OCCUR:
STEP 3. Adjust the SRD strap so that you are able to step into the loop
and then stand up, relieving the pressure on your lower extremities. The
loop size can be adjusted by moving the buckle up or down.
STEP 4. If you are able to reach your ladder or climbing system, use it
to get back into your secured treestand and then carefully climb down
to ground-level. If you are not able to reach your stand, remain calm
and continue to stand in the SRD loop until help arrives.
STEP 5. Use your personal locating device or cell phone to call for help.
NOTE: Several optional products/systems are available that offer self-
recovery or self-extraction from a fall when suspended in a full-body fall
arrest harness. Some systems automatically descend the user while others
allow user control. One of these products/systems can be considered for
use as an additional safety precaution against prolonged suspension and
suspension trauma. Be sure to follow the manufacturers’ directions on the
safe use of these products/systems.
STEP 2. Pull on the SRD
strap located on the front
side of your full-body fall
arrest harness.

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