Primal PVLS-521 Instruction Manual

SAFETY MUST BE YOUR FIRST PRIORITY WITH THIS PRODUCT
Instruction and Safety Manual
Every year serious injury or death can occur from hunting related accidents. 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 UNDERSTANDING ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. IF YOU HAVE
QUESTIONS, ARE UNSURE ABOUT ANY INFORMATION OR NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONCERNING YOUR PRODUCT,
CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-866-972-6168 OR VISIT WWW.PRIMALTREESTANDS.COM. KEEP
AND MAINTAIN THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL IN A SAFE LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
W A R N I N G
DOUBLE VANTAGE DELUXE
18’ TWO MAN LADDERSTAND
MODEL: PVLS-521
Always Wear a Safety Harness with this Product
Practice Using at Ground Level
Weight Limit: 500 lbs.
Tree Size: 9”-18” diameter
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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. Watch the enclosed DVD in it’s entirety before doing anything with this product including
assembly, installation etc. before each use of this product. Failure to read and understand all warnings and instructions and DVD material may result in serious
injury or death. Contact a Customer Service Representative with any questions you may have.
NEVER exceed total weight limit of 500 lbs. DO NOT use if your combined weight with all of your hunting gear and any accessories exceeds 500 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. Instead, step firmly on the first rung of the bottom ladder section to
set the ladder into the ground before proceeding to climb the ladder.
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.
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.
DO NOT ATTACH YOUR FULL BODY HARNESS TO YOUR TREESTAND.
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.
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. View it in it’s entirety prior to using
this product.
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 ladderstand under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication. Using ladderstand under the influence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication may result in serious injury or
death.
NEVER use ladderstand if you have dizzy spells, a heart
problem, 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
use treestand as it could result in serious injury or death.
NEVER remove or deface ladderstand warning labels.
Replacement labels can be obtained from the address below.
NEVER make any alterations or modifications to the ladder
stand. Doing so may result in serious injury or death and will
void all warranties.
NEVER stand on treestand seat or armrests. Standing on any
of these parts may cause the treestand to break or fail resulting
in serious injury or death.
NEVER use treestand in a tree that is dead, diseased, leaning,
or on wet or uneven ground as the tree may fall, break, or
uproot and may result in serious injury or death.
NEVER use ladderstand during inclement weather. DO NOT
use treestand during thunderstorms or any other weather
conditions including (but not limited to) lightning, freezing rain,
high wind that could create slippery or dangerous conditions.
DO NOT use this ladderstand 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 ladderstand's 300 lbs. weight limit, which
includes your body weight as well as the weight of your clothes
and gear. Exceeding the ladderstand's weight limit may cause
the treestand to break or fail resulting in serious injury or death.
ALWAYS wear a Full Body Harness while using this ladder
stand. Failure to wear a full body harness while using
this ladderstand may result in serious injury or death.
ALWAYS inspect your ladderstand before each use. DO NOT
use if parts are missing, worn, or damaged.
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NEVER remove any safety warning
stickers from this product.
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.
The Installation Cross Straps and Truss Assembly System MUST be properly installed before each use of the treestand.
ALWAYS inspect every ladder section connection every time you use the stand before you leave the ground. If ladder sections are separating, with the help of at
least two other people, lower the stand to the ground, make adjustments, and reinstall.
ALWAYS check the ground below the tree stand to make sure it is firm and level. Sloping ground or uneven terrain (one side of a rock or root) can cause your
tree stand to tilt or shift.
ALWAYS maintain three points of contact when climbing the tree stand. (Two feet and one hand or one foot and two hands.)
ALWAYS lean forward as you climb and attach your harness to the tree before securing the platform to the tree and stepping onto the platform.
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, free of moisture, when not in use.
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 third person. The treestand is designed for use by TWO people.
NEVER let children 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 and attach your harness to the tree BEFORE securing the platform to the tree and stepping onto the
platform. NEVER lean out from the treestand for any reason.
ALWAYS wear a Fall Arrest System (FAS) (Harness) consisting of a full body safety harness after leaving the ground. A Full Body Harness that meets
TMA/ASTM standards MUST always be connected to yourself and the tree during ascending, hunting and descending. 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.
Safety must be your first priority
during the use of this product.
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CHOOSING A SAFE TREE
• 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.
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 modifica-
tion will void the warranties and relieve Primal Vantage from all liabilities. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death.
• 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.
• All photos are taken from the front view unless otherwise noted.
• In most cases, bolts come with two nylon washers. One washer will be placed against the bolt head the other washer will be placed against the nut.
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1 Top Ladder Section Part # PTL-521
Top Ladder
Section (1)
1 Middle Ladder Section Part # PML-521
1 Bottom Ladder Section Part # PBL-521
1 Seat Assembly Part # PSA-521
1 Front Foot Platform Part # PFFP-521
2 Shooting Rail Adjust. Brackets Part # PSRB-521
1 Left Ladder Jaw Part # PLLJ-521
1 Right Ladder Jaw Part # PRLJ-521
1 Shooting Rail Cover Pad Part # PSRC-521
1 Rear Foot Platform Part # PRFP-521
2 Handle Rails Part # PHR-521
1 Tree Connection Brace Part # PTCB-521
1 Shooting Rail Part # PSR-521
2 Shooting Rail Arms Part # PSRA-521
2 Ladder Yokes Part # PLY-521
1 Step Rail Part # PHSR-521
2 Platform Brace Rails Part # PPB-521
2 Backrest Support Rails Part # PBRS-521
2 Platform Support Rails Part # PSPR-521
1 Harness Part # 2018
= NOT PICTURED IN THIS MANUAL
PARTS LIST
A
Middle Ladder
Section (1)
B C
Bottom Ladder
Section (1)
Seat Assembly (1)
D
Tree Connection Brace (1)
H
Platform Brace Rails (2)
N
Backrest Support Rails (2)
O
Platform Support Rails (2)
P
Shooting Rail Arms (2)
K
Ladder Yokes (2)
L
Front Foot Platform (1)
E
Rear Foot Platform (1)
F
Shooting Rail Cover Pad (1)
T
Shooting Rail (1)
J
Step Rail (1)
M
Shooting Rail
Adjustment Brackets (2)
Q
Tools Required
Adjustable Wrench
Left Ladder Jaw (1)
R
Right Ladder Jaw (1)
S
Handle Rails (2)
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DOUBLE VANTAGE DELUXE
18’ TWO MAN LADDERSTAND
MODEL: PVLS-521
Always Wear a Safety Harness with this Product
Practice Using at Ground Level
Weight Limit: 500 lbs.
Tree Size: 9”-18” diameter

2 M8x60mm Bolts w/3 washers Part # 1261
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1 Horizontal Jaw Assembly Strap Part # PHJS-521
1 Vertical Jaw Assembly Strap Part # PVJS-521
1 Truss Bar Part # PTA-100
2 Ratchet Straps Part # PRS-100
2 Installation Straps Part # PIS-100
1 Truss Cable Part # PTC-521
4 M6 Quickclips Part # 1615
1 Jaw Assembly Tree Buckle Part # PTB-521
1 Jaw Assembly Ratchet Strap Part # PRS-200
HARDWARE BOX P/N 326H
Truss Bar (1)
W
V
Tools Required
Adjustable Wrench
Ratchet Straps (2)
X
M6 Quickclips (4)
AA
Jaw Assembly Tree
Buckle (1)
BB
Horizontal Jaw Assembly
Strap (1)
Vertical Jaw Assembly
Strap (1)
Y
Installation Straps (2)
U
Truss Cable (1)
Jaw Assembly Ratchet
Strap (1)
CC
2 M6x25mm Bolts Part # 1025
2 M6x50mm Bolts w/3 washers Part # 1051
4 M6x30mm Bolts Part # 1030
14 M8x55mm Bolts Part # 1255
2 M8x55mm Bolts w/3 washers Part # 1257
Z
10 M8x60mm Bolts Part # 1260
2 M8x75mm Bolts Part # 1875
2 M8x75mm Bolts w/spacers Part # 1877
3 M8x45mm Bolts Part # 1245
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DOUBLE VANTAGE DELUXE
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MODEL: PVLS-521
Always Wear a Safety Harness with this Product
Practice Using at Ground Level
Weight Limit: 500 lbs.
Tree Size: 9”-18” diameter

ALL PHOTOS TAKEN FROM FRONT VIEW UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS PAGE 1 MODEL: PVLS-521
DELUXE 18’ TWO-MAN LADDERSTAND
Remove all contents from packaging and make sure all parts are present before attempting to assemble.
Tighten all bolt connections by hand first and then when fully assembled, go back and tighten with a wrench.
Attach Front Foot Platform to Rear Foot
Platform using 2-M8x55mm bolts .
Attach Platform Support Rails to Front and Rear Foot
Platform assembly and using 6-M8x60mm bolts .
Attach Tree Connection Brace to rear ends of Platform
Support Rails using 2-M8x60mm bolts .
Attach Right Ladder Jaw and Left Ladder
Jaw to rear ends of Platform Support Rails
using 2-M8x75mm bolts with spacers .
this bracket faces forward
center spacers located here
Note: Nut
side up here
1 2
3
4
1 2
3
4
SIDE VIEW
REAR
REAR
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS PAGE 2 MODEL: PVLS-521
DELUXE 18’ TWO-MAN LADDERSTAND
Attach Handle Rails to right and left sides of Front
Foot Platform using 2-M8x55mm bolts
(Do not fully tighten bolts until after step 6).
Attach Seat Assembly to top of handle rail assembly
using 4-M8x55mm bolts Then, attach base of
Seat Assembly to right and left Backseat Support Rails
using 2-M8x60mm bolts with 3 washers .
Attach Backrest Support Rails to right and left sides
of Rear Foot Platform using 2-M8x55mm bolts
and to right and left tops of Handle Rails using
2-M8x55mm bolts (Note: Fully tighten all bolts up
to this step).
5
7
6
8
5
6
7
8
Attach Shooting Rail Adjustment Brackets to right and
left outer sides of Handle Rails using 2-M8x55mm bolts
with 3 washers (Note that these brackets are on the lower
of the two holes on each side).
LEFT SIDERIGHT SIDE
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Attach Shooting Rail Cover Pad to Shooting
Rail .
Pass Horizontal Jaw Assembly Strap through the
top loop of Vertical Jaw Assembly Strap (as shown
above).
Attach Shooting Rail Assembly to right and left outer sides of
Handle Rails using 2-M6x50mm bolts with 3 washers
(Note that the rail assembly attaches to the higher of
the two holes on each side).
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9 10
11
Attach Shooting Rail to right/left Shooting
Rail Arms using 2-M6x25mm bolts .
9
11
10
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Carefully tilt ladder stand assembly forward so that the
bottom is facing forward and the rear is facing upward.
With Horizontal Jaw Assembly Strap passed through
the top loop of Vertical Jaw Assembly Strap , connect
the two right/left ends of the Horizontal Jaw Assembly
Strap to Left Ladder Jaw and Right Ladder Jaw
using 2-M8x45mm bolts . Check to make sure that
Vertical Jaw Assembly Strap is passing through the
metal loop on the bottom of the Foot Platform Assembly
(as shown above).
Carefully bring the ladder stand assembly back to an
upright position. Leaning the ladder stand assembly
slightly backwards, slide right and left Ladder Yokes
onto the bottom of right and left handle rails .
Connect using 2-M6x30mm bolts .
Attach Step Rail right and left Ladder Yokes
using 2-M8x75mm bolts .
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15 16
13 14
BOTTOM
15
Attach Top Ladder to right and left Ladder Yokes
using 2-M6x30mm bolts .
16
strap passes
through this
metal loop
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Attach the first (of two) Ratchet Straps on either side of
the top rear Tree Connection Brace on the rear of the Seat
Assembly (as shown above). (See Ratchet Strap
Instructions for correct weaving).
17a: Attach Platform Brace Rails to
Ladder Stand Assembly.
17b: First attach right and left Platform
Brace Rails to right and left Platform
Support Rails using 2-M8x60mm
bolts .
17c: Then attach right and left Platform
Brace Rails to right and left side of
Top Ladder using 2-M8x55mm
bolts .
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17a 17b
17c
18 19
18
REAR REAR
17
Attach the second (of two) Ratchet Straps on either side
of the lower rear foot platform assembly (as shown above).
(See Ratchet Strap Instructions for correct weaving).
Attach Installation Straps on either side of the lower rear
foot platform assembly (as shown above). (See Installation
Strap Instructions for correct weaving).
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Slide Truss Arm into truss bracket (located on the
second lowest rung of Middle Ladder Section .
Secure using 1-M8x45mm bolt .
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Slide the top of Bottom Ladder
Section into the bottom of
Middle Ladder Section . Lining all
holes up. Insert M6-Quickclip
completely through the holes of both
ladder sections and out the other side.
Close the quickclips to secure the
ladder sections together. Repeat this
process on the opposite rail.
Slide the top of Middle Ladder
Section into the bottom of Top
Ladder Section . Lining all
holes up. Insert M6-Quickclip
completely through the holes of both
ladder sections and out the other side.
Close the quickclips to secure the
ladder sections together. Repeat this
process on the opposite rail.
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LADDER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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A
20 21
20 21
This metal hook
faces upward
MAKE SURE ALL BOLTS ARE
TIGHT BEFORE PROCEED-
ING TO TRUSS ASSEMBLY
W A R N I N G
MODEL: PVLS-521
DELUXE 18’ TWO-MAN LADDERSTAND
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Carefully lay fully assembled Ladder
Stand front ladder side down so that the
tree attachment side is facing upward.
Attach the hooked side of Tension Cable
without the tension adjuster to the
eyelet hole welded on the bottom front
of the foot platform assembly (as shown
left) .
NOTE: Top hook should ALWAYS face
inward, away from the front of ladder
(as shown left).
Attach the hooked side of Tension Cable with the tension
adjuster to the eyelet hole welded on the bottom rung of
Bottom Ladder Section .
NOTE: It may be necessary to pre-tension the cable by
tightening the tension adjuster several turns clockwise
before placing it on the Truss Bar .
Stand in the middle of the ladder, pull up on the Truss Cable and place it
onto the Y-shaped end of the Truss Bar . Tighten the cable so that there
is enough tension to create a slight bow in the Ladder Structure (as shown above).
NOTE: It should take minimal effort to lift the Truss Cable onto the Truss Bar, if
truss cable is not easy to lift, STOP immediately, loosen the truss adjuster and
repeat the process.
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Position bottom of stand 4-5 feet from base of tree
NOTE: Make sure that Ladder Jaws and are
in their open most position.
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One person will stand at the base of ladder with
his/her foot on the bottom rung while holding
installation straps . This will prevent tree stand
from sliding. Two people will stand at opposite ends
of tree stand, facing Platform and slowly walk tree
stand upward using rungs of ladder.
2
Move base of ladder toward or
away from the tree slightly in
order to make Platform as
Parallel to the ground as
possible.
Apply your full weight to the first
step so it settles into the ground.
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As tree stand is being raised, the
person holding Installation Straps will
pull toward themselves to take up slack.
It will steady and ease the weight of
stand on the other two people. Continue
walking stand upward, until Tree
Contact is resting against the tree.
W A R N I N G
W A R N I N G
Truss Assembly and Installation Straps MUST be secured
prior climbing the Ladder Stand. Failure to comply may
result in serious injury or death.
DO NOT climb ladder without Truss Assembly or
Installation Straps installed. Serious injury or
death may occur if stabilizer bar is not installed.
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Cross Installation Straps behind tree.
Attach to the top rung of the bottom
ladder section. Pull to tighten the
straps against the tree.
(See Installation Strap Instructions).
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90º
90º
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ABC
If ladder is perfectly straight or
bowed toward tree, TRUSS IS
TOO LOOSE. Take down the
ladder, tighten the turnbuckle
and re-set the stand until
correct.
A
This is correct. Note that there
is a slight outward arc to the
ladder.
B
Do not over-torque truss system.
If ladder is bowed too far, it will
force users to climb at an
uncomfortable angle and could
also result in ladder failure. If
ladder appears to have an
extreme outward arc, take down
stand, loosen turnbuckle and
re-set the stand until correct.
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INCORRECT
CORRECT
INCORRECT
TRUSS IS TOO LOOSE TRUSS IS TOO TIGHT
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MODEL: PVLS-521
DELUXE 18’ TWO-MAN LADDERSTAND
NOTE: The Ladder Jaws are designed to wrap around
a tree trunk when Vertical Jaw Assembly Strap is
tightened.
Before engaging the Ladder Jaw Mechanism:
1) Check that the Ladder stand is properly installed on
correct sized tree. If the ladder jaws cannot close
on the tree trunk (pictured top left), the tree is too
large for safe installation.
2) Check that the installation straps are correctly
wrapped around the tree base and tightly secured
3) The Truss Mechanism is properly tensioned.
4) The ladder base is correctly and safely secured onto
level ground.
Check to make sure the Vertical Jaw
Assembly Strap is not caught, tangled
or snagged. Make sure the strap falls flat
and straight from the foot platform.
Carefully loop the Vertical Jaw Assembly
Strap through either the right or left metal
hooks on the Truss Bar (as shown left).
Lightly pull on Vertical Jaw Assembly strap
to and check to make sure that both
ladder jaws close in on the tree trunk.
Loop Jaw Assembly Tree Buckle
through Jaw Assembly Ratchet Strap
.
With the Jaw Assembly Ratchet Strap
attached, wrap the Jaw Assembly
Tree Buckle around tree trunk at
a lower diagonal point from the Truss
Bar (as shown right). Feed Jaw
Assembly Tree Buckle Webbing
though the spring loaded cam buckle
and firmly tighten around tree trunk.
Position Jaw Assembly Ratchet Strap
so that it faces the ladder. Feed
Vertical Jaw Assembly Webbing
through ratchet strap and ratchet the
strap tight until the tension closes the
ladder jaws. DO NOT overtighten.
See Ratchet Strap Instructions for
correct operation.
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NOTE: Ladder should arc slightly
outward even after Jaw Assembly
Strap Webbing is fully tightened.
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Open ratchet handle
flat and insert end of
strap through opening
Pull Strap through
opening Insert end of strap
through slot in ratchet
wheel
Ratchet handle back
and forth to tighten
strap
To release tension, push
spring loaded retaining lock
and simultaneously pull
on strap
After strap is tight,
close handle to
the locket position
DO NOT sit on the seat platform until the ratchet has been secured.
W A R N I N G
Installation Straps, Truss and Ladder Jaw Assembly MUST
be secured and engaged prior climbing the Ladder Stand.
Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death.
After the ladder stand has been secured to the tree
with:
1) The installation straps secured.
2) The truss cable correctly tensioned
3) The Ladder Jaw system fully connected/engaged.
4) The Ladder securely attached to the tree.
Continue to have two people hold the ladder, climb
cautiously up to the platform. Once you reach the
top, IMMEDIATELY ATTACH YOUR SAFETY HARNESS
TO THE TREE. Keep the tether strap above your head.
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Before sitting down, IMMEDIATELY locate both Ratchet Straps ,
one at the base of the foot platform by the Ladder Jaw Assembly,
and one at the tree brace, behind the seat backrest. In both instances
Wrap the strap of the ratchet around the back of the tree once, thread
through the ratchet and tighten (See side view: 10a and cross-section:
10b). (See Details Ratchet Instructions Below for proper use).
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Insert end of strap through the loop.
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Place looped end of strap
under platform.
Slot 2 Slot 1
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Place loose end of strap with clip,
under the top rung of the bottom
ladder section.
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Insert the strap through Slot 1 on
the clip.
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Insert the strap through the Slot 2
with the teeth.
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Pull strap to tighten.
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Slide the buckles out to the sides
to create tension on the straps.
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Pull to tighten. Continue with these
steps to install the other strap on
the other strap on the other side of
the platform.
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RATCHET STRAP INSTRUCTIONS
Place looped end of Ratchet
under platform
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Place looped end of strap
under platform
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Insert strap through loop
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Insert Ratchet through loop
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Pull to tighten
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Pull to tighten
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YOU MUST READ AND FOLLOW ALL
INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
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Open ratchet handle
flat and insert end of
strap through opening
Pull Strap through
opening Insert end of strap
through slot in ratchet
wheel
Ratchet handle back
and forth to tighten
strap
To release tension, push
spring loaded retaining lock
and simultaneously pull
on strap
After strap is tight,
close handle to
the locket position
DETAILED RATCHET STRAP INSTRUCTIONS
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