Rivers Edge 2-MAN BOWMAN RE636 User manual

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Operator's Manual
MODEL RE636
2-MAN BOWMAN™
Ladder Stand
WE ARE HUNTERS
Maximum Field Rating
500 lbs; no more than
300 lbs per person.
Tree Diameter Range
12" to 20"

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INTRODUCTION
Rivers Edge® Treestands are engineered with you the hunter in mind. We appreciate your purchase of one of our world class
treestands. Follow these few simple instructions and your stand will provide you many years of trouble-free pleasure. Instructions
should be kept in a safe place and reviewed at least annually.
If for any reason you have a problem with your product, DO NOT return to the retailer, contact the Rivers Edge® customer service
department at 800-450-EDGE (3343) for assistance.
CONTENTS
Introduction/Contents/Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................................................................2
Warnings.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3-4
Inspection and Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Hardware Identication Chart....................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Assembly Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7-13
Warnings.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Set Up and Use Instructions ...............................................................................................................................................................................................15-17
Finished Ladder............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Parts Explosion/Parts List ....................................................................................................................................................................................................20-21
WARRANTY
RETI oers a one year warranty for all components of the treestand. These warranties apply to the original owner with a proof of purchase. These warranties
begin on the date of purchase by the rst retail consumer and continue for the period specied above. These warranties apply to products that are not modied,
abused or used in a manner that deviates from the product’s intended usage. Minor fading in color is normal and is not covered by warranty. Any corrosion
of painted surfaces that occurs as a result of paint being removed or damaged is also not covered by warranty. RETI oers no other warranty expressed or
implied. Products for which warranty work has been approved must be sent directly to RETI and performed by RETI. To obtain warranty service and/or
replacement instructions, you must obtain prior approval from RETI before shipping your package to us by calling our customer service department
at 800-450-3343 or by writing to: RETI, P.O. Box 755, 1160 Eighth Avenue, Cumberland,WI 54829 for a return material authorization number (RMA#).
All items must be shipped prepaid. RETI will, at no charge, repair or replace, in RETI’s sole discretion, any product that satises the conditions stated above.
RETI retains the right to change models, specications and price without notice.
This equipment has been manufactured under strict quality and safety guidelines. As with any equipment of this type, full understanding of the instructions and
its use is mandatory and imperative for the safety of its user. RETI is not responsible for any damages or injuries sustained due to improper use or modication
of any of its products, or resulting from any use which deviates from the product’s intended usage. RETI is not responsible for any injuries sustained due to
failure to read and adhere to the instructions for use. Any misunderstanding or questions regarding the products of their use should be directed to RETI prior to
any use. All RETI treestands are sold with a full body harness (“Fall Arrest System”) that meets standards recognized by theTreestand Manufacturer’s
Association (“TMA”). It is the owner's sole responsibility to inspect the product regularly for damage, improper installation, or conditions that could jeopardize
the ultimate safety of the product. Failure to use or improper use of the provided Fall Arrest System may result in serious injury or death. ALWAYS wear the
provided Fall Arrest System while using this product. Owner is responsible to understand and follow product eld weight rating and must never
exceed maximum weight rating. RETI is not responsible for any malfunction or injury resulting from normal wear and tear, damage caused by improper use,
improper maintenance, negligence or accidents. This product, if used safely as intended, will provide trouble free service for the useful life of the product. We
hope you will enjoy the quality of our products for years to come, and have a safe hunt.

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MODEL RE636
MAXIMUM USE HEIGHT  19'9" TO ARMRESTS
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY  TWO 2
TOTAL WEIGHT LIMIT  500 LB (300 lb Per Person Max)
TREE DIAMETER RANGE  12"TO 20"
WARNING
This product carries strict height and weight restrictions.
Do Not use this product if you exceed the total weight
limit. Please note that the total weight limit includes the
user(s) and their equipment.
WARNING
When hunting from a treestand falls can occur any
time after leaving the ground causing injury or death.
Always wear a Fall Arrest System (FAS) comprising a full
body harness at all times after leaving the ground. You
must stay connected at all times after leaving the ground
while using climbing and hang-on treestands. Single
safety belts and chest harnesses are no longer allowed
and shall 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.
Read and understand all of the manufacturer’s Warnings
and Instructions and use all safety devices provided by
the manufacturer. Contact the manufacturer for any
questions. Failure to do so could result in injury or death.
Never exceed the total weight limit of the treestand.
Never use a treestand during inclement weather such as
rain, lightning, windstorms or icy conditions and end your
hunt and return to the ground if inclement conditions arise.
Never use a treestand while using drugs (even
prescription drugs) or alcohol.
Never use a treestand while feeling ill, nauseous or dizzy,
or if you have a prior medical condition that could cause
a problem, that is, heart condition, joints that lock-up,
spinal fusions, etc., or if you are not well rested. Never
sleep in stand.
Never use a treestand on a dead, leaning, diseased or
loose barked tree, or a utility pole. Always avoid electrical
power lines.
Never rely on a tree branch for support.
WARNING
Never jump or bounce on a treestand to seat it to the tree.
Pull up a bow, backpack, or rearm or other equipment
only after being secure in the treestand and a rearm
must be pulled up with it unloaded, chamber open, and
muzzle down.
Always inform someone of the hunting location, where
the treestand will be located and the expected duration
of the hunt.
A signal device such as a mobile phone, radio, whistle,
signal are or personal locator device (PLD) must be on
your person and readily available at all times.
Inspect the treestand and all safety devices each time
before use and Do Not store a treestand outdoors when
not in use.
Never modify your treestand in any way by making
repairs, replacing parts, or altering it except if explicitly
authorized in writing by the manufacturer.
Practice installing, adjusting and using your treestand at
ground level prior to using it at elevated positions. Study
your new stand to become familiar with all of its features
and design. Doing so will conrm that the product is
manufactured, assembled and installed correctly.
Instructions (written and video) shall be kept in a safe place
and reviewed at least annually. It is the responsibility of
the treestand owner to furnish the complete instructions
to any person who borrows or purchases the treestand.
Use at least three (3) people to install or take down a
ladder treestand.
The criss-cross straps/ropes and stabilization devices
must be attached before climbing to the platform.
When installing a ladder stand, always bounce on the
rst rung to set the ladder into the ground according to
manufacturer’s instructions before proceeding to climb
any higher.
Check every ladder section connection every time you
use the stand before you leave the ground. If ladder
sections are separating, do not use the stand.
Check the ground under the stand to make sure it is rm
and level. Sloping ground or uneven surface (one side on
a rock) can cause your ladder to tilt or shift o the tree as
you climb.
Always maintain three (3) points of contact when
climbing a ladder treestand. Proper three-point contact
means having either two feet with one hand or one foot
with two hands on the step portion of the ladder or
climbing aid at all times.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE ASSEMBLY
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WARNING
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.
Never exceed the stated maximum use height.
Do Not use this product until you have watched the
included treestand safety DVD, understand it, and
practiced the techniques for safe hunting discussed in
this DVD.
Read and perform all inspection and maintenance tasks
before each and every use. Replace any questionable
components immediately with RETI original replacement
parts.
Do Not crush tubing when tightening bolt assemblies!
Identify and familiarize yourself with all parts before you
start. Bolt identication chart can be found in the back.
Double check assembly steps to be certain you have
correctly assembled this product.
Never use any product that has not been maintained or
inspected properly - Your life depends on it!
Replace any and all treestand straps every two years or
when any signs of damage or wear exist before.
Always wear the appropriate footwear when using a
ladder treestand. A good non-slip safety boot is important
to your personal safety. Be especially careful that boot
laces do not get hooked on the stand or any of its
components (tuck shoelaces into boots before climbing).
BEFORE EACH USE PERFORM THE FOLLOWING:
• Inspect all webbing, rope, cord, and strap assemblies for
wear or damage.
• Inspect cables and/or cable ends for damage or kinking.
• Inspect all hardware and chain components for damage.
• Inspect for any structural damage to product. (If any exists
call RETI customer service.)
• Inspect all nut and bolt assemblies to be certain none are
loose.
• Inspect for any missing parts.
• Lubricate all pivot and slide together points with powder
graphite, petroleum jelly or silicone spray to prevent noise,
wear and rust.
• Inspect entire product for any rust, corrosion, cracks,
freezing, excessive heat or rotting damage that may eect
the safety of your product. Discard any questionable
product.
• Inspect entire product for any structural damage - pay
close attention to all weld locations. (Return to factory for
repair or discard product if any damage is found.)
• Using correct wrenches inspect all nut & bolt assembly
locations and snug up any that may be loose. Be careful
not to crush tubing when tightening!
• Inspect and check operation of all cables, cable ends, cord,
rope, webbing, and strap or chain assemblies. Replace with
factory new any item or assembly that shows signs of wear,
damage, kinking, or functions incorrectly.
• Inspect seat. Replace any seat with factory new that shows
signs of structural damage or wear.
• Inspect all hardware for wear or damage, also be sure you
have no missing parts.
• Never modify your stand 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.
WARNING
Only use approved RETI parts. Failure to do so may result
in serious injury or death!
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

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HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION CHART Bolts shown are for size reference.
Extra hardware may be included in the parts bag.
TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLY (NOT TO SCALE)
7/16 IN Wrench - Qty 2
1/2 IN Wrench - Qty 2
3 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 IN Bolt - Qty 2
28 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 IN Bolt - Qty 4
29 1/4-20 X 1-3/4 IN Bolt - Qty 2
26 1/4-20 X 2-1/4 IN Bolt - Qty 8
10 1/4-20 X 12-1/2 IN Bolt - Qty 12
27 5/16-18 X 1-1/2 IN Bolt - Qty 8
24 5/16-18 X 3 IN Bolt - Qty 2
22 5/16-18 X 3-3/4 IN Bolt - Qty 2
21
M6 x 50.8 MM Lockpin
Qty 8
25
1/4-20 Nut
Qty 28
2
5/16-18 Nut
Qty 12
8
5/16 Washer
Qty 16
30
1/4 IN Washer
Qty 18
23
Spacer 1/4 IN
Qty 4
9
Plastic Washer
Qty 4

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY TIP:
Do not tighten any nut and bolt combinations completely
until all parts are assembled together! Finger tighten plus
one turn of a wrench only! This will temporarily hold the
lock- nut on the bolt while helping alignment of all parts!
After all parts are assembled together, all nut and bolt combi-
nations must be completely tightened.
All assembly must be done in this order at ground
level before uprighting.
Do not remove labels/warnings from product, they are
there for your safety.
Recommended for adult use only.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
NOTE: When selecting a tree to install the treestand in,
never use a treestand on a dead leaning, diseased or
loose barked tree, or a utility pole. Always avoid electrical
power lines.
1. Attach the two rectangular platforms (12) to the center
triangular platform (13) using four 1/4-20 x 2-1/4 IN
bolts (26), four 1/4 IN washers (30) and four 1/4-20 nuts (25).
DO NOT tighten all nut and bolt assemblies completely!
SEE FIGURE 1.
2. Attach tree blade (14) to the bottom of previously
assembled platforms (12 & 13) using four 1/4-20 x 2-1/2 IN
bolts (10), four 1/4 IN washers (30) and four 1/4-20 nuts (25).
SEE FIGURE 2.
13
26
30 25 12
12
14
10
30
25
12
13

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FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
10
30
1625
16
15
25
30
10
3. Attach the platform support brace (16) to the bottom of
previously assembled platforms (12 & 13) using four 1/4-20
x 2-1/2 IN bolts (10), four 1/4 IN washers (30) and four 1/4-
20 nuts (25). SEE FIGURE 3.
4. Attach the two ladder J-tubes (15) to the bottom of
triangular platform (13) using four 1/4-20 x 2-1/2 IN bolts
(10), four 1/4 IN washers (30) and four 1/4-20 nuts (25).
You must now tighten all nut and bolt combinations
securely. DO NOT CRUSH TUBING WHEN TIGHTENING!
SEE FIGURE 4.

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FIGURE 5B FIGURE 5A
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
RIGHT SEAT ASSEMBLY
LEFT SEAT ASSEMBLY
17
17
18
18
19
19
25
2
8
23 8
24
22
8
30
26
8
2
8
2
25
30
26
8
22
24 823 2
8
7
6
27
17 4
19
5. Attach one partially factory-assembled seat (19) and one
armrest (18) to each of the seat supports (17) using two
5/16-18 x 3 IN bolts (24), two 5/16-18 x 3-3/4 IN bolts (22),
two 1/4-20 x 2-1/4 IN bolts (26), four plastic spacers (23),
eight 5/16 IN washers (8), two 1/4 IN washers (30), four
5/16-18 nuts (2) and two 1/4-20 nuts (25). SEE FIGURES 5A
AND 5B. This now makes a “left” and “right” seat assembly
per the location of the armrest weldments.
6. Attach four cables (4), two to the rear of each seat assembly
(19) and the other end of all four to the inside of seat
supports (17) using eight 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 IN bolts (27), eight
5/16 IN washers (6) and eight 5/16-18 nuts (7) . You must
now tighten all nut and bolt combinations securely. DO
NOT CRUSH TUBING WHEN TIGHTENING! SEE FIGURE 6.
NOTE: Pay close attention to which side of metal tubes
the cable ends are bolted to. This is important to follow;
otherwise unnecessary binding or contact may happen
between parts.

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FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8
FIGURE 8A FIGURE 8B FIGURE 8C
7. Attach previously assembled seats to the previously assembled
platform using four 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 IN bolts (28), four plastic
washers (9) and 1/4-20 nuts (25). SEE FIGURE 7.
NOTE: Pay close attention to make sure you put the “left”
seat assembly on the left hand side of platform and the
“right” seat assembly on the right hand side of platform.
Left and Right sides of platform are determined by when
in the sitting position. Armrests should be on the outer
sides when complete. You must now tighten all nut and
bolt combinations securely. DO NOT CRUSH TUBING
WHEN TIGHTENING! SEE FIGURE 7.
8. Decide which seat support (17) you want the cam strap
assembly (32) to permanently attach to. It can be attached
to the left or right seat support pending your preference for
pulling it tight to tree during the Setup & Use Instructions.
a. Wrap the looped end of short strap around either
welded-on tree hugger tube of desired seat support (17).
SEE FIGURE 8A.
b. Take the entire cam strap assembly (32) and feed it
through the sewn loop and pull tight forming a cinch knot.
The cam strap will now be securely attached to that seat
support (17). Final attachment will be done later in Set-up &
Use Instructions. SEE FIGURE 8B AND 8C.
NOTE: Be sure you have attached the cam strap in such
a way that the lever of cam buckle will not face the tree
when attached to the tree during use.
28
9
25
32
32
32
17
17
17
assembled
seat
assembled
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FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10
9. Insert the platform ladder section (11) into the ladder
J-tubes (15). Secure together using two 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 IN
bolts (29) and two 1/4-20 nuts (25). SEE FIGURE 9.
15
25
29
11
10.Attach the two ared platform support braces (20) to
the welded-on tabs of platform support brace (16) and
platform ladder section (11) using two 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 IN
bolts (30), two 1/4-20 x 2-1/4 IN bolts (26) and four 1/4-20
nuts (25). Tighten all nut and bolt combinations from
steps 9 and 10 securely. DO NOT CRUSH TUBING WHEN
TIGHTENING! SEE FIGURE 11.
11
20
16
26
25
30

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FIGURE 12
FIGURE 11
11. Ladder sections are assembled on the ground in the following
order: bottom ladder section (7), middle ladder section with
stabilizer slot (6), third ladder section (7) and the top ladder
section (11) with the treestand top assembly. Connect all
sections together using six lockpins (21). SEE FIGURE 11.
12. Slide the stabilizer bar (5) into the stabilizer support bar (1)
and secure using a lockpin (21). Make sure the lockpin passes
through the support bar (1) and the stabilizer bar (5) at
the appropriate hole to achieve the desired distance from
the tree. Adjustment in length may be needed when ladder
is uprighted later in the Setup & Use Instructions. Connect
the stabilizer bar assembly through the middle ladder
section with stabilizer slot (11). These components will be
connected using a lockpin (21). SEE FIGURE 12.
NOTE: Treestand should ALWAYS be fully assembled on
the ground prior to mounting it in the tree.
ground
11
5
21
21
1
7
76
11 21

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FIGURE 13B FIGURE 13A
34
34
FIGURE 13
13. Attach the sewn armrest cover (36) to the armrests (18) by
wrapping around tubing and attaching hook and loop
together.
14.Attach the two long ends of the 16’criss-cross straps (34) to
the tree blade (14). These long criss-cross straps should be
attached by pulling the free end of the strap through the loop
end of the strap to create a cinch knot around the frame tube.
SEE FIGURES 13A AND 13B.
14
14

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WARNING
Bring ratchet strap(s) up with you in a pocket - Do Not
carry in your hands!
WARNING
Double check assembly steps to be certain you have
correctly assembled this product.
Study your new stand to become familiar with all of its
features and design. At ground level, following provided
use instructions, practice attaching stand to tree and
removing stand from tree. Practice sitting, standing, and
using this product before attaching overhead. Save these
instructions for future reference. You must always use the
provided Fall Arrest System (FAS) while using this product.
Always use at least three (3) people to install or take down
a ladder treestand. Always have two people stabilize the
ladder before climbing to the platform the rst time after
every set-up.
Be absolutely sure the tree blade(s) on stand and the
stabilizer bar are contacting tree before climbing ladder.
Stabilizer bar must always be correctly and securely
attached to ladder and tree before climbing ladder.
Make sure ladder bottom is rmly seated on dry, level
ground. Attach your harness tether to the tree before
securing the platform to the tree and stepping onto
platform. Refer to the Full Body Harness instructions.
Never ascend or descend ladder without criss-cross
straps/ropes securely holding ladder to tree and stabilizer
bar securely attached. Failure to correctly perform these
steps can cause the ladder to collapse/buckle-over
backwards during the initial ascent to attach ratchet strap
resulting in serious injury or death.
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.
WARNING
Always maintain three (3) points of contact when
climbing a ladder treestand. Proper three-point contact
means having either two feet with one hand or one foot
with two hands on the step portion of the ladder or
climbing aid at all times.
Always wear the appropriate footwear when using a
ladder treestand. A good non-slip safety boot is important
to your personal safety. Be especially careful that boot laces
do not get hooked on the stand or any of its components
(tuck shoelaces into boots before climbing).
Never stand on seat, it is designed for sitting only.
Do Not allow excessive strap buildup in ratchet as this
will prevent the ratchet teeth from engaging causing
slippage.
Always attach ratchet straps securely while using this
product!
If seat is removable, be certain it is securely attached
when in use.
Some models include a shooting rail. Never lean against,
lean over, or sit on shooting rail. It is designed as a
shooting rest only. Always be aware that the shooting rail
can swing to one side or pivot up and down.
Some models include a footrest, which is designed as a
footrest only. Never stand on footrest! Always be fully
aware of foot placement.
Some models include a multi-piece stabilizer bar system.
Be sure attachment hardware goes through both the
extension tube and the stabilizer bar.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE SETUP AND USE
STOP
WARNING
Be sure only one person ascends or descends ladder at a
time. Be certain rst person is seated safely, and attached
to tree with provided Fall Arrest System (FAS) correctly
before second person ascends or descends ladder.
Never have two people on one side of the platform. Keep
weight evenly distributed on platform.
Always be aware of the other person’s position. Use
extreme caution when weapons are used to prevent
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1. With assembled product lying on the ground, position one
person at bottom end of ladder lying on the ground.
This person has to prevent the ladder end from tilting up
when platform end is lifted and prevent the ladder from
skidding across ground.
2. a. Position two people at the platform end of the ladder,
lift the platform end and continue uprighting by walking
toward bottom end of ladder and moving hands along
ladder legs. Stand ladder up against chosen straight tree
on dry, level ground. Use caution when ladder comes over
center against the tree. SEE FIGURES 14(A).
b. Step back and look at the ladder top to see that it is level.
Adjust as needed to achieve a level platform top. Make sure
tree blade is contacting tree. SEE FIGURES 14(B).
c. Step down hard on bottom step to push ladder legs into
the ground. SEE FIGURES 14(C).
3. While two people hold the stand in place, the third person
should connect the horizontal stabilizer bar to the tree.
Adjust the length of the stabilizer bar as need so it contacts
the tree and is level to the ground. Then secure it to the
tree with the 6' cam strap (33) by forming a cinch knot with
both ends of the strap and running the long end of the
strap through the cam buckle. SEE FIGURES 15 AND 16.
SETUP AND USE INSTRUCTIONS
During installation and removal of ladder treestands, you
must always and properly use the included Full Body Harness
(Fall Arrest System). Refer to the Full Body Harness instructions
included with this product for proper use.
WARNING
Never use a treestand on a dead, leaning, diseased or
loose barked tree, or a utility pole. Always avoid electrical
power lines.
Bring ratchet strap(s) up with you in a pocket - Do Not
carry in your hands!
A
A
B
C
FIGURE 14
FIGURE 15
FIGURE 16

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4. a. Loop the D-loop end of the two 16' criss cross straps
(34) through the loop end to form a cinch knot around the
ladder rail tube. Secure beneath step rung, at the stabilizer
bar height location. SEE FIGURE 17A.
b. With the stand level and being held in place by two
people, the third person must cross one of the 16' criss
cross straps (34) behind the tree and feed the free end
through the opposite D-loop. SEE FIGURE 17B-E.
c. Criss cross the other 16' stabilizer strap (34), forming an
"X" pattern on the backside of the tree and feed the free
end through the opposite D-loop. SEE FIGURE 17B-E.
5. Make sure the criss cross straps and stabilizer bar strap are
snug and the tree blade is still contacting the tree.
NOTE: This ground level ladder-to-tree attachment will
prevent the ladder from pulling away from the tree
while ascending to the top for nal 6' ratchet straps (31)
attachment. The same holds true when the ladder is
removed.
6. With two people securely holding the ladder, use the
three point contact climbing method to slowly climb the
ladder and carefully keep a constant hand grip on the
ladder at all times. Always lean forward, toward the tree, to
keep the platform tree blade against the tree. Be certain
ladder bottom is rmly seated on dry, level ground.
Attach your harness tether to the tree before securing
the platform to the tree and stepping onto platform.
Refer to the Full Body Harness instructions included
with this product.
NOTE: Bring ratchet straps up with you in a pocket. DO
NOT carry in your hand!
7. a. Standing on ladder step, lean toward tree with ratchet
strap now in hand, Hook "S" hook with long strap through
hole provided on platform tree blade. Feed the long strap
through the center (slot) of ratcheting mechanism and
back around through tightening lever. SEE FIGURES 18A
AND 18B.
NOTE: Be sure you feed the long strap correctly so there
are no twists in the strap.
b. Wrap entire ratchet assembly around tree and hook
other "S" hook through opposite tree blade hole. Pull tail of
long strap until most of the slack is taken out. Be sure entire
strap is even and at the same level all around tree. "Ratchet"
tight to tree, this will securely attach ladder to tree and
prevent movement. SEE FIGURES 18B AND 18C.
FIGURE 18A FIGURE 18B
FIGURE 18C FIGURE 18D
B
A
C
D
E
FIGURE 17

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NOTE: Make sure there is at least two full revolutions
of strap on the ratchet spool before the strap tightens.
Proper tension will ensure the stand is secured to the tree.
Do not allow excessive strap to build up in the ratchet as
this will prevent the ratchet teeth from engaging and can
cause slippage.
NOTE: To release ratchet, simply pull the release lever and
open tightening lever wide open (at). SEE FIGURES 18D.
8. Repeat step 7 for seat ratchet strap attachment by placing
“S”hooks in holes provided on tree blades of the seat
supports. This ratchet strap should secure the left and right
seat supports to the tree by wrapping around backside of
tree. SEE FIGURES 18A-C AND 19.
9. You must now secure the seat support weldments on the
front side of tree by placing “S” hook of previously attached
cam strap into the hole provided in opposite seat support
weldment tree blade. Pull tail of cam strap so that both seat
support weldments are tight to tree and tree blade teeth
are dug into tree. Both seat support weldments must be
securely attached to the tree by both the ratchet strap
around back side of tree and cam strap around front
side of tree. SEE FIGURE 20.
10. You are now ready to use your ladder stand.
FIGURE 19
TREE
platform
ratchet strap
seat
ratchet
strap
FIGURE 20
pull tight
IMPORTANT
Reverse the Set-Up and Use Instructions to take the
ladder stand down.

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FINISHED LADDER
Platform Ladder
Section
Lockpins
Stabilizer Bar
Stabilizer Bar Strap
Criss-Cross Strap
Platform
Cam Strap
Ratchet Straps
Third Ladder
Section
Middle Ladder
Section
Bottom Ladder
Section

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Platform Parts
Ladder Parts
7
29
5
6
20
1
26
21
11
7
30
10
27
22
19
9
18
2
25
17
4
12
28
14
16
3
15
13
26
8
24
MESH REM
OVED
FOR CLARITY
23
12
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN