Rivers Edge Uppercut RE632 User manual
Operator's Manual
RE632
Uppercut™
GAS/OIL
RATIO
50:1
P/N: OMRELD004
REV5: 02/17/15
© 2015 RETI
All Rights Reserved.
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Maximum Height - 20' 11" to shooting rail
Maximum Field Rating - 300 lb
Tree Diameter Range - 12" to 20"
Wear Your
Harness!
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CONTENTS
Introduction/Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Warnings.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3-4
Inspection and Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Assembly Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6-11
Finished Uppercut Ladder......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Set Up and Use Instructions ...............................................................................................................................................................................................13-14
Bolt Identication Chart............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Parts Explosion/Parts List ....................................................................................................................................................................................................16-17
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 plea-
sure. 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® cus-
tomer service department at 800-450-EDGE (3343) for assistance.
WARRANTY
Rivers Edge Tree Stands, Inc. (“RETI”) oers 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 specied above. These warranties
apply to products that are not modied, 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
oers 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 Rivers Edge® Treestands before shipping your
package to us by calling our customer service department at 800-450-EDGE (3343) or by writing to: Rivers EdgeTree Stands, Inc., 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 satises the conditions stated above. RETI retains the right to change models, specications 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
modication 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 set by the Treestand
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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WARNINGS
WARNING
DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT UNTIL YOU HAVE WATCHED
THE INCLUDED TREESTAND SAFETY DVD, UNDERSTAND IT
AND PRACTICED THE TECHNIQUES FOR SAFE HUNTING DIS
CUSSED IN THIS DVD.
YOU MUST ALWAYS USE THE PROVIDED FULL BODY HAR
NESS FALL ARREST SYSTEM THAT MEETS TMA STAN
DARDS WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT. SINGLE SAFETY BELTS
AND CHEST HARNESSES ARE NO LONGER ALLOWED AND
SHOULD NEVER BE USED.
IF YOU ARE NOT WEARING A FULL BODY HARNESS THAT
IS PROTECTING YOU FROM A FALL, DO NOT LEAVE THE
GROUND.
FAILURE TO USE OR IMPROPER USE OF THE PROVIDED FULL
BODY HARNESS FALL ARREST SYSTEM THAT MEETS TMA
STANDARDS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! READ,
UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. IF ANY IN
STRUCTIONS ARE NOT UNDERSTOOD OR IF YOU HAVE A PARTS
ISSUE CALL 800450EDGE 3343 BEFORE USING.
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL ASSEMBLY, INSPEC
TION, MAINTENANCE, FULL BODY HARNESS FALL ARREST
SYSTEM & USE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BEFORE EACH
USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUC
TIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
READ AND PERFORM ALL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
TASKS BEFORE EACH AND EVERY USE REPLACE ANY QUES
TIONABLE COMPONENTS IMMEDIATELY WITH RIVERS
EDGE® ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. DO NOT LEAVE
YOUR STAND OUTDOORS REMOVE AFTER EACH USE AND
STORE INDOORS!
INSTRUCTIONS/DVD SHOULD BE KEPT IN A SAFE PLACE
AND REVIEWED AT LEAST ANNUALLY. IT IS THE RESPON
SIBILITY OF THE OWNER TO FURNISH THE COMPLETE IN
STRUCTIONS TO ANY PERSON THAT WHO BORROWS OR
PURCHASES THE TREESTAND.
DOUBLE CHECK ASSEMBLY STEPS TO BE CERTAIN YOU HAVE
CORRECTLY ASSEMBLED THIS PRODUCT.
DO NOT CRUSH TUBING WHEN TIGHTENING BOLT ASSEM
BLIES! IDENTIFY AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH ALL
PARTS BEFORE YOU START. A BOLT IDENTIFICATION CHART
CAN BE FOUND IN THE BACK.
NEVER USE ANY PRODUCT THAT HAS NOT BEEN MAIN
TAINED OR INSPECTED PROPERLY YOUR LIFE DEPENDS
ON IT!
WHEN HUNTING FROM A TREESTAND, FALLS CAN OCCUR
ANY TIME AFTER LEAVING THE GROUND CAUSING INJURY
OR DEATH.
NEVER ATTACH TO A DEAD, ODDSHAPED, LEANING, DIS
EASED, LOOSEBARKED TREE OR UTILITY POLES.
WARNING
DO NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FIELD RATING 300 LBS.
REPLACE ANY AND ALL TREESTAND STRAPS EVERY TWO
YEARS OR WHEN ANY SIGNS OF DAMAGE OR WEAR EXIST
BEFORE.
SOME MODELS INCLUDE A FOOTREST, WHICH IS DESIGNED
AS A FOOTREST ONLY. NEVER STAND ON THE FOOTREST.
BE SURE TO RAISE AND LOWER YOUR WEAPON AND GEAR
WITH A HAUL LINE. GUN BARREL END AND ARROW TIPS
MUST BE POINTED DOWN AWAY FROM YOU.
BE SURE SEAT PAD AND/OR BUCKLES ARE SECURELY AND
CORRECTLY ATTACHED TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL REMOVAL.
WARNING
ALL ASSEMBLY MUST BE DONE IN THIS ORDER AT GROUND
LEVEL BEFORE UPRIGHTING.
NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM STATED USE HEIGHT.
CHECK THE GROUND UNDER STAND TO MAKE SURE IT IS
FIRM AND LEVEL. SLOPED GROUND OR UNEVEN SURFACE
ONE SIDE ON A ROCK CAN CAUSE YOUR LADDER TO TILT
OR SHIFT OFF THE TREE AS YOU CLIMB.
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.
LUBRICATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AT SLIDE TO
GETHER POINTS OF EACH SECTION TO PREVENT BINDING.
SECTIONS ARE STACKED TOGETHER BY SLIDING SECTIONS
TOGETHER, INSIDE OF EACH OTHER. SECTIONS ARE THEN SE
CUREDWITH SPRING LOCK PINS ORWING NUTS/WING BOLTS
BE SURE ALL LADDER SECTIONS ARE SEATED COMPLETELY
TOGETHER ON SWEDGED OR POCKETED ENDS OF PIPE.
STABILIZER BAR MUST ALWAYS BE CORRECTLY AND SECURELY
ATTACHEDTO LADDER AND TREE BEFORE CLIMBING LADDER.
SOME MODELS INCLUDE A MULTIPIECE STABILIZER BAR
SYSTEM. BE SURE SPRING LOCK PIN GOES THROUGH BOTH
THE EXTENSION TUBE AND THE STABILIZER BAR.
BE CERTAIN SPRING LOCK PINS ARE LATCHED SECURELY TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL REMOVAL.
BE SURE YOUR DOUBLE KNOTS ARE ALL SECURE ON ALL
ROPE CONNECTIONS.
NEVER ASCEND OR DESCEND LADDER WITHOUT TIEOFF
ROPES SECURELY HOLDING LADDER TO TREE AND STABI
LIZER BAR SECURELY ATTACHED.
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ALWAYS…
product.
use and save for future reference.
TMA standards immediately upon reaching foot platform.
damage before every application, replace if necessary.
being secure in the treestand and a re arm must be pulled up
with it unloaded, chamber open and muzzle down.
ladder.
noise.
treestand will be located and the expected duration of the hunt.
signal are or personal locator device (PLD) and it must be readily
available at all times.
and do not store a treestand outdoors when not in use.
NEVER…
trees or utility poles.
20 inches.
windstorms or icy conditions and end your hunt and return to the
ground if inclement conditions arise.
prescription drugs.
attached.
a prior medical condition that could cause a problem i.e., heart
condition, joints that lock-up, spinal fusion, etc. or if you are not
well rested.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FOR ALL RIVERS EDGE® PRODUCTS
or damage.
for repair or discard product if any damage is found.)
graphite to prevent noise, wear, and rust.
excessive heat, or rotting damage that may eect the safety
of your product. Discard any questionable product.
attention to all weld locations. (Return to factory for repair or
discard product if any damage is found.)
locations and snug up any that may be loose. Be careful not
to crush tubing when tightening!
webbing, and strap or chain assemblies. Replace with factory
new any item or assembly that shows signs of wear, damage,
kinking, or functions incorrectly.
signs of structural damage or wear.
no missing parts.
replacing parts, or altering adding or attaching anything to it
except if explicitly authorized in writing by the manufacturer.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Tools needed – two 7/16” wrenches, one 9/16" wrench
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY TIP: DO NOT TIGHTEN NUT & BOLT COM-
BINATIONS COMPLETELY UNTIL ALL PARTS ARE ASSEMBLED TO-
GETHER! FINGER TIGHTEN ONLY 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 & BOLT COMBINATIONS MUST BE
COMPLETELY TIGHTENED!
1. Attach the front platform (410050) and the rear platform (410058)
together using (2) provided 1/4-20 x 2” bolts, locknuts and steel
washers. SEE FIGURE 1. DO NOT tighten all nut and bolt
assemblies completely!
NOTE: Mesh surface of foot platforms should be on top.
2. Attach the platform support rails (410055) to the bottom of
assembled foot platforms using (8) provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” bolts,
locknuts and steel washers. SEE FIGURE 2.
3. Attach the platform at bars (1ML40) to the rear platform and
platform support rails using (4) provided 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” bolts and
locknuts. SEE FIGURE 2.
Figure 2
rear platform platform support rail
platform at
bars
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" bolts
steel
washers
locknuts
1/4-20 x
1-1/2" bolts
Figure 1
front platform
rear platform
1/4-20 x 2" bolt
steel washers
locknuts
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Figure 3
ladder side rails
steel washers
1/4-20 x 2" bolt
locknuts
right
armrest
backrest mounts
1/4-20 x 3" bolts
left
armrest
1/4-20 x
2-1/4" bolts
1/4-20 x 2"
bolts
4. Attach the front of the ladder side rails (410053) to the front platform
using (2) provided 1/4-20 x 2”bolts, locknuts and (4) steel washers.
SEE FIGURE 3.
5. Attach the left armrest (410062L), right armrest (410062R) and (2)
backrest mount tubes (410082) to the previously assembled ladder
side rails and platform support rails using (2) provided 1/4-20 x 2”
bolts, (4) 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” bolts, (2) 1/4-20 x 3” bolts, (8) locknuts and
(8) steel washers. SEE FIGURE 3.
6. Attach the upper tree blade (10162) to the ladder side rails using
(4) provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” bolts, locknuts and steel washers. SEE
FIGURE 4.
7. Attach the lower tree blade (10164) to the inside of the platform
support rails using (4) provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” bolts, locknuts and
steel washers. SEE FIGURE 4.
8. Attach footrest (410061) to ladder side rails using (2) provided 1/4-20 x
2-3/4”bolts, locknuts, steel washers and nylon spacers. SEE FIGURE 5.
Figure 4
upper tree blade
ladder
side rails
1/4-20 x
2-1/4" bolts
lower tree
blade
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" bolts
locknuts
steel washers
1/4-20 x
2-3/4" bolts
footrest
steel
washers
locknuts
nylon
spacers
Figure 5
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FIGURE 9b - Rear xed brace rotated into locked position
FIGURE 9a - Rear xed brace in vertical position
FIGURE 8c - Finger tighten locknut
FIGURE 8b - Insert 1/4-20 x 2-3/4" bolt
FIGURE 8a - Angle side rail outside of rear xed brace
FIGURE 7 - Insert 1/4-20 x 2-3/4" bolt
SEAT ASSEMBLY
9.
a. Position the factory assembled mesh seat (360018) upside down
on a sturdy, hard surface. SEE FIGURE 6.
b. Insert (1) 1/4-20 x 2-3/4”bolt through the rear xed brace (410122)
and side rail of mesh seat. Finger tighten locknut (rear xed brace
locknuts will need to be removed in order to attach nished seat to
treestand later in assembly instructions). SEE FIGURE 7.
NOTE: The rear xed brace is meant to be wider than the seat. The
TearTu material is extremely durable and is meant to stretch.
SEE FIGURE 7.
c. Angle the other side rail so it is outside of the rear xed brace
to align the bolt holes. SEE FIGURE 8a. Insert (1) 1/4-20 x 2-3/4"
bolt through the rear xed brace and side rail (bolt will enter at an
angle). SEE FIGURE 8b. Finger tighten locknut to aid in further as-
sembly. SEE FIGURE 8c.
d. Rotate the rear xed brace towards the seat to lock the brace in
position. SEE FIGURE 9a and 9b.
FIGURE 6 - Factory assembled mesh seat
Rear xed brace is wider than seat.
bolt
Bolt will enter
at an angle.
locknut
locknut
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FIGURE 13 - Install previously removed bolt and locknut
FIGURE 14 - Tighten front brace bolts and locknuts (4)
FIGURE 12a - Front hinged brace in vertical position
FIGURE 12b - Front hinged brace rotated into locked position
FIGURE 11 - Insert (2) 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" bolts
FIGURE 10 - Remove "locking" bolt and hinge front brace
SEAT ASSEMBLY CONTINUED
e. Remove the factory installed "locking" bolt and locknut from the
to aid in assembly. SEE FIGURE 10.
f. Insert (2) 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" bolts through the front hinged brace and
each side rail, and nger tighten locknuts. SEE FIGURE 11. Brace
should remain hinged.
g. Rotate the front hinged brace towards the seat to lock the brace
in position. SEE FIGURES 12a and 12b.
h. Push down on the front hinged brace and install the previously
removed bolt and locknut. SEE FIGURE 13.
i. Tighten all (4) bolts and locknuts on the front hinged brace at this
time. SEE FIGURE 14. This will tighten up the side rails of the seat
to the braces and square up the entire seat.
NOTE: The rear xed brace locknuts will need to be removed in
order to attach nished seat and should not be tightened at this
time.
"locking" bolt hole location
Keep brace hinged. Push front hinged brace
down rmly.
bolt
locknut
PUSH DOWN
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10. Remove the locknuts from the (2) 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” bolts that were
previously attached to the rear of the seat assembly. Continue by
attaching the seat assembly to the ladder side rails using (2) provided
1/4-20 x 2-1/4” bolts, locknuts and nylon washers. SEE FIGURE 15.
Make sure all (4) angle brackets are fully cradling fabric rails.
NOTE: Mesh seat is not depicted in drawing so hardware can be
visible.
(410065) and secure together using (2) provided 1/4-20 x 1-1/4”bolts
and locknuts. SEE FIGURE 16.
12. Insert the two side rails into the ared rails (410054). Secure using
(2) provided 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” bolts, locknuts and steel washers. SEE
FIGURE 17.
13. Attach the bolt-on ladder step (410034) to the front side of ared rails
using (2) provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/4”bolts, locknuts and steel washers.
SEE FIGURE 17.
14. Attach the mesh backrest (360021) and the (2) retaining bars
(410081) to the backrest mounts using (6) provided 1/4-20 x 1-1/2”
bolts and locknuts. SEE FIGURE 18. The mesh backrest must wrap
around the front side of backrest mounts and the plastic stiening
rod located in the sewn sleeve on each side of the backrest MUST
be positioned behind the backrest retainer bars to act as a stop and
prevent the backrest from pulling out during use. All bolts MUST go
through the backrest retainer bars, the holes provided in the backrest
and the backrest mounts. SEE FIGURE 18. Temporary removal of the
backrest mount tube from the rest of the assembled ladder top may
be necessary to attach the mesh backrest. If this is needed, re-attach
backrest mount tubes with mesh backrest to the ladder top assembly.
15. Thread the non-locking 3/8-16 nut onto the threaded end of spacer
rod all the way to the bottom of threads and slide 3/8” lock washer
on. Insert the threaded end of spacer rod through either backrest
mount tube far enough to be able to insert the opposite end of
spacer rod (end with welded-on washer) into opposite backrest
mount tube. Thread 3/8-16 nut back against mount tube. Using a
9/16” wrench, tighten nut until mesh backrest becomes taut. SEE
FIGURE 18.You must now tighten all nut and bolt assemblies.
Be sure not to over tighten or crush tubing when tightening!
Figure 16
shooting
shooting rail
1/4-20 x 1-1/4" bolt
Figure 17
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" bolt
steel washers
locknuts
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" bolt
steel washers
locknuts
bolt-on step
Figure 15 Figure 18
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" bolts
nylon washers
completed
seat assembly
mesh backrest
retainer bars
locknuts
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" bolts
1/4-20 x
1-1/2" bolts
3/8 nut
3/8 lock washer
spacer rod
locknuts
plastic stiening rods
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16. Sections are assembled on the ground in the following order;
bottom section (10166 3-step ladder); second section (10168 3-step
ladder with stabilizer bar hole); third section (10168 3-step ladder
with stabilizer bar hole); fourth section (10170 3-step ladder w/
support brace mounting holes); top section (assembled top platform
section). SEE FINISHED UPPERCUT LADDER.
17. With all sections assembled together on ground, secure all sections
together using (3) provided spring lock pins. SEE FIGURE 19.
18. Attach the (2) support braces (410024) to the inside of lower tree
blade and outside of top ladder section w/ mounting holes using
(4) provided 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” bolts and locknuts. SEE FIGURE 20.
Tighten securely. Be sure not to over tighten or crush tubing
when tightening!
19. a. Attach the removable shooting rail by setting rail down over studs
provided on armrests SEE FIGURE 21. Lubrication is recommended
to prevent binding and noise.
b. Attach the (2) provided 9”and (1) provided 47”camo foam pads
to the armrests and shooting rail by wrapping around tubing and
attaching Velcro® together.
c. Attach foam padded seat bumpers (48102) to bottom side of
front seat spacer weldment. Surface must be clean and at room
temperature to assure proper adhesion.
20. a. Attach the stabilizer bar extension tube (48053) to the second
ladder section mounting hole using (1) provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/4”
wing bolt and wing nut. SEE FIGURE 22.
b. Slide the stabilizer bar (48052) into the extension tube and attach
the two pieces together using (1) provided spring lock pin. Spring
lock pin must go through both the extension tube and stabilizer
bar at appropriate hole to achieve desired distance from tree.
Adjustment in length may be needed when ladder is uprighted later
in instructions. SEE FIGURE 22.
21. Tie one end of each of the provided 20’ropes to the square tube of
tree blade frame, just in front of the tree blades. Be sure your double
knots are secure. SEE FIGURE 23.
Figure 20
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" bolts
locknuts
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" bolts
Figure 21
Figure 22
extension tube
1/4-20x 2-1/4 wing bolt
1/4-20 wing nut
stabilzier bar
snap lock pin
Figure 19
Figure 23
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top section
FINISHED UPPERCUT™ LADDER
stabilizer bar extension tube
spring lock pins
cam strap
20' tie-o ropes
ratchet straps
bottom section
stabilizer bar
second section
third section
fourth section
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SETUP AND USE INSTRUCTIONS
During installation and removal of ladder treestands, you must
this product for proper use.
1. With assembled product lying on the ground in assembled position,
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 (2) 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 tree.
b. Step back and look at ladder top to see that it is level. Adjust as
needed to achieve a level platform at top. For ladder stands with
two tree blades (one at platform level and one at upper level) be
sure that both tree blades are contacting tree. Adjust as needed so
both tree blades are contacting tree.
c. Step down hard on bottom step to push ladder legs into the
ground.
d. With cam strap now in hand, hook“S”hook with long strap to the
stabilizer bar link welded on stabilizer bar. Secure the ladder tight so
the stabilizer bar is at a right angle to the tree. Adjust stabilizer bar
length as necessary so it contacts tree. Be absolutely sure the tree
blade(s) at the top and the stabilizer bar are all contacting tree.
Wrap the entire cam strap assembly around tree and hook the oth-
er “S” hook through opposite side of stabilizer bar link. Be sure the
entire strap is even and at the same level all around tree. Pull tail
of long strap tight to tree. This will securely attach stabilizer bar to
tree. SEE FIGURE 24.
e. Wrap the previously attached tie-o ropes hanging down from
platform, around the back side of tree in opposite directions of each
other. Pull the ropes snug and tie them to the ladder at the stabilizer
bar height location. This ground level ladder-to-tree attachment will
prevent the ladder from pulling away from the tree while ascending
to top for nal ratchet strap attachment. The same holds true when
ladder removal is necessary. SEE FIGURE 25. Be absolutely sure the
tree blade(s) at the top and the stabilizer bar are all contacting tree.
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, FOLLOW
ING PROVIDED USE INSTRUCTIONS, PRACTICE ATTACHING
STAND TO TREE AND REMOVING STAND FROM TREE. PRAC
TICE SITTING, STANDING, AND USING THIS PRODUCT BE
FORE ATTACHING OVERHEAD. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. YOU MUST ALWAYS USE THE PRO
VIDED FULL BODY HARNESS FALL ARREST SYSTEM THAT
MEETS TMA STANDARDS WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT.
ALWAYS USE THREE PEOPLE FOR SETUP AND TAKEDOWN.
BE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE TREE BLADES ON PLATFORM
AND THE STABILIZER BAR ARE CONTACTING TREE BEFORE
CLIMBING LADDER.
STABILIZER BAR MUST ALWAYS BE CORRECTLY AND SECURELY
ATTACHEDTO LADDER AND TREE BEFORE CLIMBING LADDER.
SOME MODELS INCLUDE A MULTIPIECE STABILIZER BAR
SYSTEM. BE SURE SPRING LOCK PIN GOES THROUGH BOTH
THE EXTENSION TUBE AND THE STABILIZER BAR.
BE CERTAIN SPRING LOCK PINS ARE LATCHED SECURELY TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL REMOVAL.
BE SURE YOUR DOUBLE KNOTS ARE ALL SECURE ON ALL
ROPE CONNECTIONS.
Figure 25
TREE
pull tail of strap tight to tree
Figure 24
WARNING
NEVER ASCEND OR DESCEND LADDER WITHOUT TIEOFF
ROPES SECURELY HOLDING LADDER TO TREE AND STABI
LIZER BAR SECURELY ATTACHED. FAILURE TO CORRECTLY
PERFORM THESE STEPS CAN CAUSE THE LADDER TO COL
LAPSE/BUCKLEOVER BACKWARDS DURING THE INITIAL
ASCENT TO ATTACH RATCHET STRAP RESULTING IN SERI
OUS INJURY OR DEATH
tie-o ropes
BACK VIEW OF TREE
upper tree blade
ratchet straps
platform tree blade
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3. 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 tree, to keep top section tree blade(s) 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.
4. Standing on ladder step, lean toward tree with ratchet strap now
in hand, hook "S" hook with long strap through hole provided
on tree blade. Feed the long strap through the center (slot) of
ratcheting mechanism and back around through tightening lever.
SEE FIGURES 26 and 27.
NOTE: Be sure to feed the long strap correctly so there are no twists in
the strap.
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 27 and 28.
NOTE: To release ratchet, simply pull the release lever and open
tightening lever wide open (at).
5. Repeat step 4 for second tree blade attachment by placing“S”hooks
through holes provided on second tree blade.
SEE FIGURES 26, 27, AND 28. Once seated, shooting rail can now be
seated down over studs. SEE FINISHED LADDER ILLUSTRATIONS.
7. Reverse setup and use instructions to take ladder down.
WARNING
BE CERTAIN TO ALWAYS LEAN FORWARD, TOWARD THE TREE
WHEN ASCENDING OR DESCENDING LADDER. ATTACH YOUR
HARNESS TETHER TO THE TREE BEFORE SECURING THE PLAT
FORM TO THE TREE AND STEPPING ONTO THE PLATFORM.
ALWAYS HAVE THREE POINTS OF CONTACT WHILE CLIMB
ING LADDER.
BRING RATCHET STRAPS UP WITH YOU IN A POCKET DO
NOT CARRY IN YOUR HANDS!
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!
NEVER STAND ON LADDER SEAT, IT IS DESIGNED FOR SIT
TING ONLY.
BE SURE SHOOTING RAIL IS SEATED ALL THE WAY DOWN ON
STUDS DURING USE.
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 THE OTHER ON SOME MODELS.
BE SURE SHOOTING RAIL IS SET OFF TO THE SIDE ON ONE
STUD WHEN ASCENDING OR DESCENDING LADDER.
TREE
ratchet
back and forth
"S" hook
Figure 28
Figure 27
pull tail to
take out slack
tightening lever
release lever
feed through slot
upper tree blade
platform tree blade
tie-o rope
Figure 26
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BOLT IDENTIFICATION CHART
Bolts shown are for size reference only. Extra hardware may be
included in the parts bag.
1/4-20 x 1-1/4" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 2" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 2-3/4" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 3" grade 5 hex head bolt
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4
12
4
10
9
5
3
31
30
27
38
36
33
22
26
38
34
37
36
34
33
17
34
35
14
20
13
33
36
18
16
32
19 32
11
21
35
8
40
29
35
1
25
24
6
7
39
35
35
23
2
28
15
4
12
4
10
9
5
3
31
30
27
38
36
33
22
26
38
34
37
36
34
33
17
34
35
14
20
13
33
36
18
16
32
19 32
11
21
35
8
40
29
35
1
25
24
6
7
39
35
35
23
2
28
15
LADDER PARTS EXPLOSION
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KEY # PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.
1 10162
LADDER
1
2 10164
LADDER
1
3 10166
1
4 10168
2
5 10170
1
6 10347 2
7 10755 1
81ML40 BRACE, SUPPORT FLAT, TIMBER LAD
DERS
2
9 48052 1
10 48053 1
11 48280B 2
12 63281
4
13 410024 BRACE SUPPORT 35.69" 2
14 410034 STEP LADDER 17" 1
15 410050
1
16 410053 RAIL SIDE LADDER 2
17 410054 RAIL SIDE FLARED LADDER 2
18 410055 RAIL PLATFORM SUPPORT 2
19 410058
15"
1
20 410061 FTS FOOTREST LADDER 1
21 410062L 1
22 410062R 1
23 410065 1
24 410081 2
25 410082 2
26 410112 1
27 410113 2
28 410118 1
LADDER PARTS LIST
NO EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE FOR THIS MODEL.
NEVER MODIFY OR EXCEED ORIGINAL STATED USE HEIGHT!
PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.
10531 1
48415 2
48629 1
48800 1
48063 1
360018 1
360021 1
48736 CAMO SLEEVE W/FOAM 9" 2
48912 CAMO SLEEVE W/FOAM 47" 1
48102 PAD, BUMPER SEAT 2
ITEMS NOT SHOWN:
Maximum Height - 20' 11" to shooting rail
Maximum Field Rating - 300 lbs.
Tree Diameter Range - 12" to 20"
KEY # PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.
29 410122 1
30 48042B 1
31 48057B
1
32 48153B 6
33 48240B 16
34 48261B 36
35 48271B 24
36 48752B 54
37 67540B 2
38 8909B 4
39 719 1
40 2
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NOTES
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NOTES
Rivers Edge® Treestands, Inc.
1160 Eighth Avenue, PO Box 755
Cumberland, WI 54829
800-450-EDGE (3343) | Fax 715-822-2124
Email: info@huntriversedge.com
*All weights, specications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Warning labels in some product images
may have been removed for photography purposes only. Props shown in photos not included. Some assembly may be required.
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