Primal Vantage MNSL-120 Instruction Manual

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SAFETY MUST BE YOUR FIRST PRIORITY WITH THIS PRODUCT
Instruction and Safety Manual
Every year serious injury and even death occurs from hunting related falls. To ensure your safety, please COMPLETELY
read and follow this safety manual and ALL warning labels BEFORE assembling, installing or utilizing this product.
DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT BEFORE FULLY UNDERSTANDINGALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. IF YOU
HAVE QUESTIONS, ARE UNSURE ABOUT ANY INFORMATION OR NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONCERNING YOUR
PRODUCT, CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENTAT 1-866-972-6168 OR VISIT
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SAFE LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Warning
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MODEL: MNSL-120
• Always Wear a Safety Harness with this Product
• Practice Using at Ground Level
• Weight Limit: 300 lbs.
• Tree Size: 9”-18” diameter
20’ MINI-LADDER
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TREESTAND SAFETY WARNINGS
Please read the following instruction manual and warnings labels completely before utilizing this product. Failure to understand and execute the instructions
and warnings may result in serious injury or death. In the event of an accident, have a plan for rescue, including the use of devices that may be easily reached
while suspended.
ALWAYS read and understand all warnings and instructions and use all safety products provided before each use of this product. Failure to read and
understand all warnings and instructions may result in serious injury or death. Contact a Customer Service Representative with any questions you may have.
NEVER exceed total weight limit of 300 lbs. DO NOT use if your combined weight with all of your hunting gear and any accessories exceeds 300 lbs. Use of
tree stand over the weight limit may result in serious injury or death.
DO NOT use this tree stand while under the influence of alcohol, medication or any illegal substances. Use of tree stand while under the influence of any of
these substances may result in serious injury or death.
NEVER use this treestand during inclement weather. DO NOT use tree stand during thunderstorms, snowstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes or any other weather
conditions that include (but not limited to) lightning, icy conditions, or high winds that could create slippery or dangerous situations. End your hunt and return to
the ground if inclement weather conditions arise.
NEVER use treestand If you are feeling ill, nauseous, dizzy or if you have a prior condition that could cause a problem. i.e., heart condition, joints that lock-up
spinal fusions, etc., or if you are not well rested and alert. Physical ailments can reduce your ability to safely install, utilize, and remove your treestand. Please
consult a physician prior to use.
NEVER use this tree stand if you have a history of health problems such as (but not limited to) heart problems, back problems, high blood pressure, impaired
vision, equilibrium impairments, are afraid of heights, have been advised by a doctor or physician not to climb. If you are not physically fit, well rested, and
alert, or if you have any other physical or mental condition that would impair your ability to properly use this treestand.
NEVER use this tree stand on a tree that is dead, leaning, diseased, loose barked or on a utility pole as the tree may fall, break, or uproot and may result in
serious injury or death. NEVER rely on a branch for support. NEVER jump or bounce on the treestand’s platform or ladder sections to seat it to the tree.
NEVER transport any of your equipment with yourself while ascending or descending the tree. You will need to have two hands free during ascending and
descending for safety. Use a haul line to pull up your firearm (unloaded, chamber opened with safety lock engaged, barrel facing towards the ground), bows,
arrows, knives or any other equipment to your tree stand once you have reached your desired hunting height. ONLY pull up hunting equipment after the tree
stand has been secured to the tree and after you and your harness have been secured to the tree. Prior to descending, lower your equipment on the opposite
side of the tree from which you are climbing. Make sure that the unloaded firearm’s safety lock is engaged and the gun barrel is pointing towards the ground.
DO NOT carry the stand when ascending or descending the tree. Use a haul line to raise and lower your stand.
ALWAYS hunt with a plan and a buddy. Before you leave home, let others know your exact location, when you plan to return and who is with you.
ALWAYS carry emergency signal devices such as a cell phone, walkie-talkie, whistle, signal flare, PLD (personal location device) and flashlight with you at all
times and within reach even while you are suspended in your harness. Watch for changing weather conditions. In the event of an accident, remain calm and
seek help immediately.
ALWAYS inspect the tree stand and the Fall Arrest System (FAS) (Harness) for signs of wear or damage BEFORE each use. Also inspect to ensure that nuts
and bolts are secure. Pay special attention to the harness and straps, guaranteeing that nothing has been frayed or severed. Destroy all products that cannot
be repaired by the manufacturer. Contact a Customer Service Representative for replacement parts. The Fall Arrest System MUST be discarded and replaced
after a fall has occurred.
NEVER modify your treestand in any way by making repairs, replacing parts, or altering adding or attaching anything to it except if explicitly authorized in
writing by the manufacturer. Improper installation or adjustment may cause serious injury or death. Remove all contents from box. Inspect for any damaged or
missing parts. If any parts are missing or damaged, you must only use certified replacement parts. Using any other replacement parts will
void product warranty. THERE ARE NO EXTRA PARTS. All parts MUST be used to ensure the safety of you and your stand. If you think parts are missing or
damaged, STOP IMMEDIATELY and contact our Customer Service Department. Using the tree stand with missing or damaged parts may result in serious
injury or death. DO NOT return this product to the retailer. Contact a Customer Service Representative if you have any missing, damaged or extra parts.
DO NOT ATTACH YOUR FULL BODY HARNESS TO YOUR TREESTAND.
PRACTICE installing, adjusting and using hang-on treestands at ground level prior to using it at an elevated position.
ALWAYS keep instructions (written and video) in a safe place and review before each use. It is the responsibility of the treestand owner to furnish the complete
instructions to anyone who borrows or purchases the treestand from you. A safe treestand hunting video has been included. Please view it in it’s entirety prior
to use.
NEVER use this treestand for any use other than hunting. Our treestands are designed for hunter’s to wear a Full Body Harness. If you are not completely
comfortable and confident with your ability to safely install, ascend, hunt and descend using a Full Body Safety Harness and this treestand, DO NOT
PROCEED.
NEVER use this treestand for trimming trees.
NEVER fall asleep in your stand as you may fall out resulting in serious injury or death.
ALWAYS be sure to retighten all bolts BEFORE each new use of treestand.
ALWAYS have a minimum of three people present when installing or removing this treestand.
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TREESTAND SAFETY WARNINGS
W A R N I N G
DO NOT use this tree stand under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication. Using tree stand under the influence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication may result in serious injury
or death.
NEVER use tree stand if you have dizzy spells, a heart pro-
blem, are afraid of heights, have been advised by a doctor or
other health care provider not to climb, or have any condition
that would impair your ability to climb up or down or us tree
stand as it could result in serious injury or death.
NEVER remove or deface tree stand warning labels.
Replacement labels can be obtained from the address below.
NEVER stand on tree stand seat, footrest, armrest, or shooting
rail. Standing on any of these parts may cause the tree stand
to break or fail resulting in serious injury or death.
NEVER make any alterations or modifications to the tree stand.
Doing so may result in serious injury or death and void all
warranties.
NEVER use tree stand in a tree that is dead, diseased, leaning,
or on a wet or uneven ground as the tree may fall, break, or
uproot can may result in serious injury or death.
NEVER use tree stand during inclement weather. DO NOT use
tree stand during thunderstorms or any other weather condition
including (but not limited to) lightning, freezing rain, high wind
that could create a slippery or dangerous condition.
ALWAYS inspect your tree stand before each use and
DO NOT use if parts are missing, worn, or damaged.
DO NOT use this tree stand without reading and following
all warnings and instructions before each use. Failure to
do so may result in serious injury or death.
DO NOT exceed the tree stand's 300 lbs. weight limit,
which includes your body weight as well as the weight
of your clothes and gear. Exceeding the tree stand's
weight limit may cause the tree stand to break or fail
resulting in serious injury or death.
ALWAYS wear a Full Body Harness while using this tree
stand. Failure to wear a full body harness while using
this tree stand may result in serious injury or death.
SAMPLE
NEVER remove any safety warning
stickers from this product.
Safety must be your first priority
during the use of this product.
Correct tightening and adjustments of chains, cables, straps, etc. are critical to stable hang-on installation. All tree stand contact points MUST be in contact with
the tree before you step down on your tree stand.
NEVER adjust your stand while in use. Practice the attachment of this treestand at ground level before using in a hunting environment. ALWAYS ensure that
you and your treestand are safely secured to a healthy tree. Your tree stand MUST be attached tightly to the tree and secured in place. If the stand is not secure,
it may shift while in use, resulting in serious injury or death.
DO NOT leave your treestand outside since weather or animals may cause damage. Tree growth can also cause stress and damage straps and buckles. It must
be stored inside when not in use.
Climbing aids such as stick ladders, sectional ladders, steps or such MUST extend above the platform of the hang-on to allow the user to step down on the
platform. NEVER step up to the platform. When using a climbing belt to ascend the tree, the Full Body Harness should be attached to the tree before stepping
down into the treestand.
NEVER wear jewelry or loose fitting clothing, which can cause hazardous conditions. Clothing may be caught in your equipment and cause you to fall. You must
always wear non-slip or rubber boots. Shoelaces must be tucked into your boots. Rings and necklaces MUST NOT be worn.
NEVER use this treestand with a second person. The treestand is designed for use by ONE person.
NEVER let children play with or use this treestand without adult supervision. This treestand is not a toy. No one under the age of 18 should attempt to use this
product without direct adult supervision.
DO NOT use tree stand if any nuts or bolts or parts are loose, bent, or crooked.
ALWAYS know your physical limitations. Don’t take chances. If you start thinking about how high you are, don’t go any higher. Instead, choose a minimum
height that will allow for safe, effective and comfortable hunting.
ALWAYS lean forward towards the tree as you climb. NEVER lean out from the treestand for any reason.
NEVER step up from a climbing device to get into your stand. Hang-on climbing aids MUST be placed on the tree at a height above the platform where you can
maintain a handhold on the unit and step downwards onto the treestand.
ALWAYS inspect every stick ladder connection every time you use the stick ladder BEFORE you leave the ground. If stick ladder sections are separating, DO
NOT use the stick ladder. Sectional ladders and steps should be spaced on the tree to ensure each step is no more than 18 inches apart.
ALWAYS wear a Fall Arrest System (FAS) (Harness) consisting of a full body safety harness with lineman’s belt after leaving the ground. A TMA Certified Full
Body Harness with lineman’s belt must always be connected to yourself and the tree during ascending, hunting and descending. The use of a lineman’s belt is
REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES during ascending,hunting and descending the tree stand. When using a lineman’s belt to ascend the tree, the full body harness
MUST be attached to the tree before stepping onto the tree stand. The length of the harness tether strap must be minimized at all times. It should be adjusted so
that it is above the head with no slack in the sitting position and you should have the minimum amount of slack possible when climbing.
You MUST stay connected at all times after leaving the ground while using climbing aids, hang-ons and climbing tree stands. Single safety belts and chest
harnesses are no longer allowed and should NEVER be used. If you are not wearing a Full Body Harness properly attached to the tree, that is protecting you
from a fall, DO NOT leave the ground. Failure to wear your Full Body Harness may result in serious injury or death.
Be aware that falls can occur at anytime after leaving the ground.
ALWAYS read and understand the manufacturer’s Warnings, expiration date (if applicable) and instructions on how to use and how to properly adjust the
harness. Practice the use of a full body safety harness 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 harness instructions may result in not being able to return to the stand and being suspended in a
harness after a fall, or serious injury or possibly death. If the hunting location is unknown by anyone and communication efforts are unsuccessful, you MUST
have a personal plan for rescue/escape because prolonged suspension in a harness may 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. Hunters with varying degrees of physical fitness may require
different plans to recover/escape the effects 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 recovery/escape plan
for your situation before leaving the ground.
ALWAYS have a suspension relief device on your person and readily accessible while using a harness. These devices allow the user to relieve the load on the
lower extremities if suspended in a harness and help maintain circulation in the legs, mitigate suspension trauma (blood pooling) or allow descent to the ground.
Several optional products/systems are available that offer self-recovery or self-extraction from a fall when suspended in a 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’ instructions on the safe use of these products/systems.
Hunt from the ground when self-recovery escape is absent. There is time to make a correct decision on what action to take if a fall occurs while wearing a full
body harness. It is important to remember “DO NOT PANIC.” Remain calm and implement your practiced rescue, relief and recovery plan.
NEVER allow the tether strap to get under your chin or around our neck. The length of the harness tether MUST be minimized at all times. It should be adjusted
so that it is above the head with no slack (snug) in the sitting position and you should have the minimum amount of slack possible when climbing.
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• ALWAYS thoroughly inspect the tree before installing your product. DO NOT install your TREE/LADDER STAND onto any dead or unsafe tree, telephone or utility
pole, structural column, or man-made structure. Doing so may result in serious injury or death.
• ALWAYS select the proper tree for use with your TREE/LADDER STAND. Select a live straight tree that fits within size limits recommended (minimum tree
diameter must be no less than 9 inches and maximum of 18 inches.). DO NOT rely on a branch for support.
• DO NOT select a tree in the dark or choose a tree in close proximity to a fence. You must not have any stumps or rocks beneath your tree.
• NEVER use TREE/LADDER STAND on a tree that is dead, diseased , leaning or on wet and uneven ground as the tree may fall, break or uproot.
• Your tree must not be wet, icy or slippery or on wet, swampy, or loose ground that allows the tree to be unstable. Check the ground under TREE/LADDER STAND
to ensure it is firm and level.
• Be sure you have a level stand platform. Your tree must not lean or have any irregular shape.
• Tree must not have any loose or scaly bark or excessive vines, nails, screws, or any other sharp objects protruding that may sever webbing on product. Any
surrounding trees must not lean or have dead limbs that may fall onto you or your product.
• NEVER HURRY!! HURRYING CAUSES ACCIDENTS!! While climbing a TREE/LADDER STAND, make slow, even movements no more that ten to twelve inches
at a time. Make sure you have proper contact with tree and/or TREE/LADDER STAND every time you move. On ladder tree stand, ALWAYS maintain three points
of contact with each step and ALWAYS lean forward as you climb.
Several treestands are equipped with a footrest, armrests and/or shooting rail. Neither the footrest, armrests nor the shooting rail have been designed to
support a user’s weight. Under NO circumstances should you place more than fifteen (15) pounds of weight on these structures. Doing so will put the user
in serious risk of injury or death.
CHOOSING A SAFE TREE
PROPER CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
• Inspect for defects (damage, rot, corrosion, cracks, freezing, excessive heat, etc.) before every use is required. Do not use if damage is detected or
suspected.
• We recommend replacing all hardware/cables/nuts/bolts/clips on your tree stand every two (2) years or sooner if inspection finds it necessary. Use only
Primal Vantage approved replacement straps and parts. Use of any other straps or parts, will be viewed as a modification to the product. Any modification
will void the warranties and relieve Primal Vantage from all liabilities. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death.
• By registering your product, you may be enrolled in our discount program.
You may receive a 20% off coupon for our website store, www.primal-store.com to purchase replacement parts in the future.
• DO NOT overtighten the hardware. DO NOT use a socket wrench. This 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.
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HARDWARE
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D
Buckle Strap (5)
PARTS LIST
A
5 Buckle Strap Part # PMB-100
1 Top Section
4 Ladder Section
Part # PML-1000
Part # PML-1250
5 Tree Brace Part # PTB-100
5 M12x55mm Bolt
w/wingnut Part # 1255W
8 M10 PE Quickclip Part # DQ-615
B
C
D
E
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C
Tree Brace (5)
A
Top Section (1)
B
Ladder Section (4)
M10 PE Quickclip (8)
E
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A
B
D
B
C
B
B
D
D
D
D
C
C
C
C
E
E
E
E
MODEL: MNSL-120
• Always Wear a Safety Harness with this Product
• Practice Using at Ground Level
• Weight Limit: 300 lbs.
• Tree Size: 9”-18” diameter
20’ MINI-LADDER
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D
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS MODEL: MNSL-120
THE DIAMOND BACK 20FT. MINI-LADDER
3. Attach Tree Brace C to each ladder section using 1-M12x55mm Bolt.
Wing nuts must be installed on the inside of the tree brace.
(See Fig. 3 and 4). Tighten securely.
C
Fig. 3
FRONT
55 C
Fig. 4
REAR
B
B
Fig. 1
2. Insert 1- M10 Quickclip Einto each
side of ladder section. (See Fig. 2)
Fig. 2
E
1. Assemble all ladder sections
together (See Fig. 1). Make sure all
connections are tightened securely.
4. Attach Buckle Strap D to the sides
of each ladder, just below the rung
where the Tree Brace C is attached.
(See Buckle and Strap Installation).
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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3Pull strap to desired
length.
Hold buckle as shown
1
2
Press down on latch and
insert strap underneath
teeth as shown.
4Pull slack to tighten.
DETAILED BUCKLE AND STRAP INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL: MNSL-120
THE DIAMOND BACK 20FT. MINI-LADDER
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Fig. 6
5. Attach Safety Harness to yourself and the tree according to the manufacturer's instructions.
6. Stand the assembled mini ladder upright against the tree so that all of the Tree Braces are firmly against the tree. (See Fig. 6) The mini
ladder must be straight and vertical. DO NOT use on a leaning or dead tree. Tree should have a diameter between 9 and 20 inches.
7. Press your weight on the first step so that the base of the bottom section settles firmly and completely into the ground.
8.Wrap the strap around the tree and insert into the buckle. (See Detailed Buckle and Strap Instructions below) . Make sure that the strap
is flat against tree with no slack. (Fig. 7)
9. Make sure that your Safety Harness is attached to yourself and the tree according to the manufacturer's instructions.Climb the bottom
section of the mini ladder to reach the Second Section. Secure the second strap by following above steps. Make sure section is secure before
climbing any further.
10. Repeat for each remaining section.
When removing mini ladder sections do not undo any strap until you are standing securely on the section below it.
BUCKLE AND STRAP INSTALLATION
1. Place looped end
of strap under rung. 2. Insert loose end of
strap through the loop. 3. Pull to tighten.
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4. Continue with Steps 1-3
to install the Buckle Strap to
the other side of the ladder.
Fig. 7
REAR VIEW