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! 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 aect its performance.
Animals can also cause damage to your Muddy® product(s) that can
negatively aect 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 aect 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 (844) 745-7723. 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!
