Muddy Vantage MFP3400-A User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ATTENTION!!
WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES
CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
PLEASE NOTE THAT WARNING! statements have been placed throughout this Instruction Manual. These
statements point out important safety information and instructions, which, if not followed could endanger the
personal safety and/or property of the operator. It is imperative that the operator of this product, or any other
product(s) read and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in this Manual prior to attempting to use
this product(s), or any other product(s). Failure to comply with these instructions and/or warnings may result in
serious personal injury or death!
This Instruction Manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association’s TMS 04 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and
TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems
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The Vantage
Model MFP3400-A

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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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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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” DVD has been included. Please view it in its entirety
prior to using this product!
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your personal safety, please take a moment to carefully read this
Instruction Manual in its entirety before attempting to set-up, install,
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these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
         
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Do not return this product to the retailer if you have any damaged or
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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
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and warnings contained in this Instruction Manual prior to attempting to
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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!        

         
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        
       
   “TREESTAND SAFETY” DVD 


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WARNING! A “TREESTAND SAFETY” DVD has been included with this treestand.
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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!
           
        
        
      
        
        

WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make sure that you have a signaling device (e.g.,
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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
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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 defective, immediately contact

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
            
altering, adding or attaching anything to it except if explicitly authorized
    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! 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
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! 

adult supervision. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING!          
          
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!
MFP3400-A • VAntAge
MAX. OCCUPANCY  
CARRYING CAPACITY
USERS AND EQUIPMENT 

ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association’s TMS 04 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
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WARNING!        
        
backrests nor the shooting rail have been designed to support the users

 
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! 
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 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         
have a history of heart problems, back problems, impaired vision, joints

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


and/or using and/or consuming any substance, including alcohol, that
           

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  
           
installation and integrity. These include, but are not limited to, weather
or other environmental factors that can negatively aect its performance.
          
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 will void your warranty and may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! 
must extend above the treestand foot platform (at least 24 inches) to allow

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
         
         
   NEVER EXCEED THESE WEIGHT LIMITATIONS!
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT
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 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

Manual. Shall inclement weather conditions arise during your use of this

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! 

       
       
         
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,

lineman’s (climbing belt) style full-body fall arrest harness or to nd out
more information regarding full-body fall arrest harnesses, please contact
           
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

edges. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF ANY DAMAGE IS SUSPECTED.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!

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!!
5
WARNING! REPLACE any damaged or worn part with original parts.


of its components outdoors when not in use. To purchase parts contact
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! 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.

(e.g., transformers, generators, substations, etc.) and/or power transmission
           
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!        

           
height). DO NOT        

Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! A TMA compliant full-body fall arrest harness 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! 
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.
To activate your product’s warranty, a registration card can be found on
page 15 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.
To activate your product’s warranty, a registration card can be found on page
15 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.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
Any number of innovative accessories are available and sold separately to




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www.GoMuddy.com
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.

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
 Foot Platform 
  
 Seat Platform 
 Super Mount Bracket 
 Super Mount Plate 
  
 
Buckle

 
Buckle

  
  
  2
 Strap Assembly 
 Strap Support 
 Seat Adjustment Stop 
  
  2
 Accessory Bag 
  
  
  
 Instruction Manual 
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)

HARDWARE LIST It is recommended to make sure you
have all parts and hardware prior to
assembly.
Part # Description Qty
  2
  
  
  2
  
  
  
  
  4
  2

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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Part # Description Qty
  2
  
  
  2
  
  
  
  
  4
  2
WARNING! Read the WEIGHT RESTRICTION WARNING, USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS and FULL-BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS
USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS on pages 3-5 & 12-15 prior to assembly of this product! Failure to follow the instructions on this
page and pages 3-5 & 12-15 may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT over tighten the hardware. Over tightening can lead to structural damage and may negatively affect the performance
of your stand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
Refer to pages 9-11, Field Installation-Fixed Positions, for installation instructions.
NOTE: The photo below shows the parts which are pre-assembled on the rear frame support. These assembly steps are not included in the written
instructions. If you have questions please contact the customer service department at [phone].
D
Rear Frame
Support
Foot Platform
Nylon Insert
Steel
Washer
Nylon
Washer
Steel
Washer
Nylon
Washer
Nylon
Insert
FIG. 1
STEP 1. Attach the rear frame support to the foot platform
        


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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Rear Frame
Support
Seat Frame
Nylon Insert
Nylon Insert
Steel
Washer
Nylon
Washer
Steel
Washer
Nylon
Washer
D
A
Foot Platform
Plastic Coated
Cables
A
Plastic Coated
Cables
Steel
Washer
Nylon
Washer
Nylon
Washer
Steel
Washer
Steel
Washer
Nylon
Washer
Steel
Washer
Nylon
Washer
STEP 2.

seat frame to the rear frame support (Fig. 2).
STEP 3.      plastic coated cables to pre-
drilled holes in foot platform

A
Seat Frame
Seat Cushion
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
STEP 4. Insert the seat cushion sleeve over seat frame
and securely fasten using silent ties (Fig. 4).
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!!
9
WARNING! User must read and follow all manufacturer instructions and
warnings included with their treestand prior to use. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Check to ensure that the receiver has not loosened or shifted
and that there are no physical deformities with your receiver prior to each
and every use. Tighten the strap if loosened and do not use if damaged!
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
Ratchet InstRuctIons:
STEP 1. Thread strap through slot in the center of the ratchet reel (See FIG. 1). Remove slack from strap by pulling loose end as tightly as
possible (See FIG. 2).
STEP 2. Then ratchet handle back and forth to tighten straps, a minimum of two (2) wraps around the ratchet reel is required (See FIG. 3).
STEP 3. After strap is tight, close handle to the lock position.
STEP 4. To remove tension, pull spring loaded retaining lock and open ratchet completely, then manually pull strap to loosen (See FIG. 4).
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 1
Note: 
STEP 1. 
STEP 2. Thread the Super Mount Bracket onto the ratchet assembly (Figure 2).
STEP 3. 

STEP 4. 
SUPERMOUNT ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 1
NOTE:   
   
    
    

WARNING! Make sure that you are
wearing a full-body fall arrest harness!
Ensure the tree belt is tightened around
the tree and the full-body fall arrest
harness is attached properly! Failure to
follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
FIGURE 3

ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association’s TMS 04 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 - Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems.
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WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions contained
here may result in serious injury or death!
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 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 A130.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 SHALLYOU EXPERIENCE
A FALL OR SHALL IT EXCEED THE THREE (3) YEAR SERVICE PERIOD.
WARNING!    
or chest harness. These devices have been deemed unsafe for use in climbing
apparatus applications and may endanger your personal safety. Use only the TMA
compliant full-body fall arrest harness that was provided with this product. 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

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! 
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! 
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!
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

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!
Prior to using this stand you must also read and follow all Safety
Warnings from pages 3-5 of this manual.
FIELD INSTALLATION  FIXED POSITION TREESTANDS
WARNING! 
safety warnings prior to using these products! Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
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 . 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!          
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!        
ladders, stacking steps, sectional ladders, etc.) they must extend 24” above
the foot 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
FAILURE TO WEAR YOUR FULL-BODY
FALL ARREST HARNESS AT ALL TIMES WHILE USING THIS 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!