Rivers edge Lockdown 21 User manual

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GAS/OIL

RATIO

50:1

PARTICIPATING MEMBER

PRODUCT MEETS

INDUSTRY STANDARDS

RECOGNIZED BY

P/N: 26875

REV4: 01/25/18

Maximum Height

21' to shooting rail

Maximum Field Rating

300 lbs

Tree Diameter Range

12" to 20"

Wear Your Harness!

Operator's Manual

MODEL RE651

LOCKDOWN™ 21

1-MAN

Ladder Stand

WE ARE HUNTERS

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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/Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................2

Warnings.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3-4

Inspection and Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................................................4

Hardware Identication Chart....................................................................................................................................................................................................5

Tools Needed ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5

Assembly Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6-13

Setup and Use Instructions.................................................................................................................................................................................................15-16

Finished Ladder............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 17

Illustrated Parts Breakdown................................................................................................................................................................................................18-19

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 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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MODEL RE651

MAXIMUM USE HEIGHT  21'TO SHOOTING RAIL

MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY  ONE 1

TOTAL WEIGHT LIMIT  300 LB

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 or

wear.

• Inspect for any structural damage to product. (If any exists

stop use immediately and 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. (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 RETI original replacement parts any item or assembly

that shows signs of wear, damage, kinking, or functions

incorrectly.

• Inspect seat for damage or wear. Replace any seat with

factory new that shows signs of structural damage or wear.

• Never modify your stand in any way by making repairs,

replacing parts, or altering by 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

TOOLS NEEDED

25 1/4-20 X 1-1/4in Bolt - Qty 3

26 1/4-20 X 1-1/2in Bolt - Qty 10

27 1/4-20 X 2in Bolt - Qty 2

28 1/4-20 X 2-1/2in - Qty 2

30 5/16-18 x 2-1/4in Bolt - Qty 8

31 5/16-18 x 3-1/4in Bolt - Qty 4

24 M6 x 70MM Allen Bolt - Qty 1

1/4-20 x

2-1/4in

Wing

Screw

Qty 1

1/4-20 x

1-3/4in

Wing

Screw

Qty 1

Silent Knob

Qty 14

1/4in Flange Locknut

Qty 29

5/16in Locknut

Qty 12

35 1/4-20 Wing Nut

Qty 2

M6 Yellow Washer

Qty 10

M6 Yellow Spacer

Qty 2

5/16in Washer

Qty 4

29 1/4-20 X 3in Bolt - Qty 12

TOOLS INCLUDED

7/16in Wrenches - Qty 2

1/2in Wrenches - Qty 2 4mm Allen Wrench

Qty 1

Quick Tip: Cut page out to use as a reference tool while following assembly instructions

HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION CHART Bolts shown are for size reference.

Extra hardware may be included in the parts bag.

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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 & bolt combinations 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.

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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. Slide the TearTu™mesh shelf (23) onto the straight ends of the

J-tubes (1). Slide the lower tree blade (4) into the J-tubes and

secure with four 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 IN bolts (26) and 1/4 IN ange

locknuts (34). SEE FIGURE 1.

NOTE: TearTu™mesh shelf must be slid far enough down the

J-tubes to expose the lower tree blade mounting holes.

2. Tighten hardware securely at this time. Be sure not to over tighten

or crush tubing. Slide the TearTu™mesh shelf (23) all the way

back towards the tree blade (4). Mesh is intended to cover the

previously tightened hardware.

3. Attach the front platform (2) and rear platform (3) to the two

J-tubes (1) using twelve 1/4-20 X 3 IN bolts (29) and 1/4 IN ange

locknuts (34). SEE FIGURE 2.

NOTE: The rounded corners of the front and rear platform need

to be oriented so that they are on the outside corners of the

platform. The rear platform has additional vertical holes on the

outer edge of the platform.

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FIGURE 3

FIGURE 4

6. Slide the TearTu mesh backrest (22) onto the rear seat supports

(6,7) and keep towards the top. SEE FIGURE 4.

7. Attach the backrest spreader (8) to the top most part of the rear

seat supports (6,7) using two 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 IN bolts (26) and 1/4

IN ange locknuts (34). SEE FIGURE 4.

NOTE: Backrest spreader (8) must be orientated to the underside

of the rear seat supports (6,7), with mounting brackets on the

outside.

4. Attach the right rear seat support (7) and the left rear seat support

(6) to the underside of the rear platform (3) using four 5/16-18 x

2-1/4 IN bolts (30) and 5/16 IN locknuts (35). SEE FIGURE 3.

NOTE: The seat mounting brackets need to be orientated so they

are aligned to the outer edge of the corresponding rear seat

support.

5. Attach the upper tree blade (5) to the lower set of holes on the

rear seat supports (6,7) using four 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 IN bolts (26) and

1/4 IN ange locknuts (34). SEE FIGURE 3.

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Turn Counter

Clockwise to

Tension Seat

Open

Tube

Mount

FIGURE 5

FIGURE 6

8. Attach the top of the right armrest (9) and the top of the left

armrest (10) to the rear seat supports (6,7) using two 5/16-18 x

3-1/4 IN bolts (31), 5/16 IN washers (37) and 5/16 IN locknuts (35).

Make sure that the seat posts are pointing inwards. SEE FIGURE 5.

NOTE: If the TearTu™ backrest has slid over the holes, you may

need to loosen the hardware of the backrest spreader to slide the

backrest upwards. The washer between the armrest and the seat

support should not rest on the mesh, slide mesh up until washer

contacts only metal.

9. Attach the bottom of the right armrest (9) and the bottom of the

left armrest (10) to the rear platform (3) using two 5/16-18 x 3-1/4

IN bolts (31) and 5/16 IN locknuts (35). SEE FIGURE 5.

10. Screw the M6 x 70 MM Allen bolt (24) into the opposite end of the

front seat tensioner (12) until snug. SEE FIGURE 6A.

11. Slide the front seat tensioner (12) through the open tube mount

on the lower front edge of the seat assembly (11) such that the

Allen bolt end of the front seat tensioner bumps up against the

closed end of the other tube mount. Make sure the bolt holes line

up in the open tube mount. SEE FIGURE 6.

12. Secure front seat tensioner (12) to the open tube mount of the

seat assembly (11) using one 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 IN bolt (25) and ange

locknut (34). Push a 22 MM square end plug (42) into the outside

of the open tube mount. SEE FIGURE 6.

13. Using the 4 MM Allen wrench provided, rotate the Allen bolt

counter clockwise, through the cap hole, to create tension in the

TearTu™mesh seat (11). Do not over tension the seat because it

could cause the seat tensioner (12) to bow and the Allen bolt to

strip. SEE FIGURE 6.

FIGURE 6A

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FIGURE 8

FIGURE 7

14. Attach the seat (11) to the seat mounting brackets of the rear seat

supports (6,7) using two 1/4-20 X 2 IN bolts (27), four yellow M6

plastic washers (38), two yellow M6 plastic spacers (39) and two

1/4 IN ange locknuts (34). SEE FIGURE 7.

NOTE: Hardware should be arranged from the outside to the

inside as follows: 1/4-20 X 2 IN bolt (27), yellow washer (38), seat

mounting bracket, yellow spacer (39), seat (11), yellow washer

(38), 1/4 IN ange locknut (34).

15. Slide top ladder section (14) into J-tubes (1) and secure with two

silent knobs (40). These silent knob assemblies consist of a simple

threaded knob with carriage bolt. Thread the knob onto carriage

bolt, only about 2 turns. Insert the head of carriage bolt into the

large end of the key hole type opening in ladder pocket and slide

the square “block” portion of carriage bolt head down into the

slot. Doing this will capture the square“block” portion of carriage

bolt and hold it in place. Tighten the knob by hand until tight

which will draw the two ladder sections together and eliminate

any slack between the ladder sections. SEE FIGURE 8.

16. Attach the bent end of the two platform braces (13) to the outside

edges of the top ladder section (14) using two 5/16-18 x 2-1/4 IN

bolt (30) and 5/16 IN locknuts (35). SEE FIGURE 8.

17. Attach the free ends of the two platform braces (13) to the J-tubes

(1) below the rear platform using two 5/16-18 x 2-1/4 IN bolts (30)

and 5/16 IN locknuts (35).

SEE FIGURE 8.

FIGURE 7A

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FIGURE 9

FIGURE 10

FIGURE 9

22. Ladder sections are assembled on the ground in the following

order: bottom ladder section (16); three middle ladder sections

(15); top ladder section (14) and the treestand top. SEE FIGURE

10.

23. With all sections assembled together on ground, secure all

sections together using twelve silent knobs (40).

18. Attach one shooting rail part A (17) to each end of shooting rail

part B (18) using two 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 IN bolts (25) and 1/4 IN ange

locknuts (34). SEE FIGURE 9.

19. Slide the ends of the shooting rail (17,18) onto the shooting rail

pegs on the right and left armrests. SEE FIGURE 9.

20. Attach the footrest (19) to the front platform (2) using two 1/4-20

X 2-1/2 IN (28), six yellow M6 plastic washers (38) and two 1/4 IN

ange locknuts (34).

NOTE: Hardware should be arranged from the outside to the

inside as follows: 1/4-20 X 2-1/2 IN bolt (28), yellow washer (38),

footrest (19), yellow washer (38), front platform (2), yellow

washer (38), 1/4 IN locknut (34).

NOTE: Footrest is intended to be able to pivot from the hidden

position between the front and rear platforms and the use

position swung out in front of the platform.

21. Tighten all nut and bolt combinations completely at this time.

Be sure not to over tighten or crush tubing when tightening.

14 15 15 15 16

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FIGURE 11

24. Attach stabilizer support tube (20) to the lowest middle ladder

section (15) using 1/4-20 x 2 1/4 IN wing screw (33) and wing nut

(36). SEE FIGURE 11.

NOTE: Mounting hole is located just below top ladder rung on

the middle ladder section.

25. Slide the bark biting stabilizer bar (21) into the stabilizer support

tube (20) and secure using 1/4-20 x 1 3/4 IN wing screw (32) and

wing nut (36). Make sure screw passes through support tube

and stabiizer bar at appropriate hole to achieve desired distance

from tree. Adjustment in length may be needed when ladder is

uprighted later in the Setup and Use instructions. SEE FIGURE11.

NOTE: Treestand should ALWAYS be fully assembled on the

ground prior to mounting it in the tree.

NOTE: Uprighting of the stand may be easier with the stabilizer

bar not attached to the ladder. If removed, refer back during

setup.

36 33

FIGURE 12

FIGURE 12A FIGURE 12B FIGURE 12C

26. Attach the two long straps of the criss cross ratchet straps (46) to

the rear of the J-tubes near the lower tree blade.

a. Wrap sewn loop of each strap around the J-tubes on each side

of the platform and feed the loose end through the sewn loop.

SEE FIGURES 12A & 12B.

b. Pull tight, forming a cinch knot. This permanently attaches the

long straps to the platform. SEE FIGURES 12B & 12C.

NOTE: The ratchet portion of the long straps will be used later

during the Setup and Use instructions.

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FIGURE 13C FIGURE 13B FIGURE 13A

27. Attach the straps of the stabilizer bar ratchet assembly (47) to the

stabilizer bar bark biting plate.

a. Feed the sewn loop of the long strap through either side slot

in the bark biting plate and then feed the loose end through the

sewn loop. SEE FIGURES 13A & 13B.

b. Pull tight, forming a cinch knot. This permanently attaches the

long strap to the stabilizer bar. SEE FIGURES 13B & 13C.

c. Feed the sewn loop of the ratchet buckle strap through the

opposite side slot in the bark biting plate and then feed the

ratchet buckle through the sewn loop.

d. Pull tight, forming a cinch knot. This permanently attaches the

ratchet buckle strap to the stabilizer bar. SEE FIGURE 13C.

28. Attach removable seat pad (21) to the metal seat frame by sliding

seat frame into pocket. Wrap buckle straps around seat frame and

secure together. Pull straps tight so seat is not loose.

29. Attach removable backrest pad (22) to the TearTu™mesh backrest

with hook and loop attachment strips on the top and bottom of

the back of mesh and the left and right sides of the front of the

mesh.

NOTE: The large ratchet straps (45) that secure the platform and

tree blades to the tree will be used later during the Setup and

Use instructions, after uprighting the stand.

NOTE: Make sure to bring ratchet straps up with you in a pocket.

Never carry in your hands!

FIGURE 13

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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

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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.

1. Select a straight, healthy tree. Do Not attempt to install on a

tree that is not healthy.

2. Place the assembled product lying on the ground in front of

the tree with the bottom ladder section approximately ve

feet away from the base of tree.

3. Position one person at bottom end of ladder. This person has

to prevent the ladder end from tilting up and from skidding

across the ground when platform end is lifted.

4. Position two people at the platform end of the ladder, lift the

platform end and continue uprighting by walking toward

bottom end of ladder while moving hands along ladder legs.

Stand ladder up against chosen tree on dry, level ground.

Use caution when ladder comes over center against the tree.

SEE FIGURE 16 (A).

5. Once elevated completely, carefully slide the base so that the

sitting and standing platforms are parallel to the ground. SEE

FIGURE 16 (B).

6. Step back and look at the ladder top to see that both

the lower platform tree blade and upper tree blade are

contacting the tree. Adjust as needed so both of the tree

blades are contacting tree.

7. Step down hard on bottom step to push ladder legs into the

ground. SEE FIGURE 16 (C).

8. Adjust length of stabilizer bar assembly so the bark biting

teeth of the stabilizer bar contact the tree. Stabilizer bar

should be parallel to the ground. Do Not bow ladder in or out

to achieve contact with the tree. Maintain tree blade contact.

9. With the stabilizer bar ratchet strap (47) now in hand, wrap

the strap around the tree and feed the long strap through

the center slot of ratcheting mechanism. Pull tail of long

strap until most of the slack is taken out and ratchet tight so

the teeth of the stabilizer bar dig into the tree. SEE FIGURES

17A, 17B, 17C & 18.

NOTE: Be sure to feed the long strap correctly so there are

no twists in the strap.

Ensure teeth are

dug into the tree

FIGURE 16

FIGURE 17A FIGURE 17B

FIGURE 17C FIGURE 17D

FIGURE 18

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!

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Criss Cross

Straps

10. Locate the two ratchet portions with S-hooks for the criss

cross straps (46).

a. With one ratchet portion of the criss cross strap (46) now

in hand, feed one long strap hanging down from platform

through the center slot of ratcheting mechanism and back

around through tightening lever. SEE FIGURES 17A & 17B.

b. While maintaining contact between long criss cross strap

and the tree surface, wrap entire ratchet strap assembly

around back side of tree and hook S-hook to the middle

opening of stabilizer bar bark biting plate. SEE FIGURE 19A.

c. Pull the tail of the long strap until most of the slack is taken

out. Be sure entire strap is evenly wrapped around tree and

ratchet tight to tree. This will securely attach the rst of two

long ratchet straps to tree. SEE FIGURES 17B & 17C.

d. Repeat for attachment of the second criss cross strap. SEE

FIGURES 19B & 20.

NOTE: It is extremely critical that the criss cross ratchet

straps are attached to the stabilizer bar bark biting plate

in opposite directions of each other forming a “criss

cross” behind the tree. This ground level ladder-to-tree

attachment will prevent the ladder from pulling away from

the tree while ascending to the top for nal ratchet strap

attachment. The same holds true when ladder removal is

necessary. SEE FIGURE 20.

LARGE RATCHET STRAPS 45

10. With two people securely holding the base of 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, towards the tree, to keep

tree blades 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 large ratchet straps up with you in a pocket.

DO NOT carry in your hands!

11. Once platform is reached, hook S-hook with long strap

through hole provided in upper tree blade frame. Feed the

long strap through the center slot of ratcheting mechanism

and back around through tightening lever. SEE FIGURES

17A, 17B & 21.

12. Wrap the ratchet assembly around the 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 only the seat portion to the

tree and prevent movement. SEE FIGURES 17C & 21.

NOTE: To release ratchet, simply pull the release lever and

open tightening lever wide open (at). SEE FIGURE 17D.

13. Repeat previous two steps for the platform tree blade

attachment. Place S-hook through holes provided on bottom

tree blade.

14. You are now ready to use your ladder stand.

Criss Cross

Straps

Large

Ratchet

Straps

FIGURE 21

FIGURE 20

FIGURE 19A FIGURE 19B

IMPORTANT

Reverse the Set-Up and Use Instructions to take the

ladder stand down.

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FINISHED LADDER

LARGE RATCHET

STRAPS

LONG CRISS CROSS

RATCHET STRAPS

STABILIZER BAR

RATCHET STRAP

SILENT KNOB

ASSEMBLIES

BARK BITING

STABILIZER BAR

REMOVABLE

VINYL DIPPED

SHOOTING RAIL

FOLDAWAY

VINYL DIPPED

FOOTREST

OCTAGONAL

LADDER TUBING

TEARTUFF™ MESH

STORAGE SHELF

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20 32

35 30

34 1

626

42 22

3029

41 28

34 3834

MESH HIDDEN

FOR CLARITY

MESH HIDDEN

FOR CLARITY

3425

ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN

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NO EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE FOR THIS MODEL.

NEVER MODIFY OR EXCEED ORIGINAL STATED USE HEIGHT!

ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.

1 26825 J TUBES 2

2 26780 PLATFORM FRONT 1

3 26782 PLATFORM REAR 1

4 26844 TREE BLADE LOWER 1

5 26790 TREE BLADE UPPER 1

6 26806 SEAT SUPPORT REAR LEFT 1

7 26808 SEAT SUPPORT REAR RIGHT 1

8 26792 BACKREST SPREADER 1

9 26385 ARMREST RIGHT W/ VINYL DIP 1

10 26386 ARMREST LEFT W/ VINYL DIP 1

11 26865 SEAT 23.0 IN 1

12 26958 FRONT SEAT TENSIONER 1

13 26375 PLATFORM BRACE 2

14 26838 TOP LADDER SECTION 1

15 26840 MIDDLE LADDER SECTION 3

16 26842 BOTTOM LADDER SECTION 1

17 30321 SHOOTING RAIL A 2

18 30318 SHOOTING RAIL B W/ VINYL

DIP

19 30322 FOOTREST W/ VINYL DIP 1

20 48053 TUBE STABILIZER SUPPORT

43.25 IN

21 23600 STABILIZER BAR 39 IN 1

22 26797 SEWN BACKREST TEARTUFF 1

23 26863 SEWN TEARTUFF SHELF 1

ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.

24 26959 BOLT M6 X 1.0 X 70 MM 1

25 8909B BOLT 1/420 X 11/4 IN 3

26 48240B BOLT 1/420 X 1 1/2 IN 10

27 48153B BOLT 1/420 X 2 IN 2

28 48270B BOLT 1/420 X 21/2 IN 2

29 48280B BOLT 1/420 X 3 IN 12

30 27950 BOLT 5/16X18X21/4 IN 8

31 1926106 BOLT 5/16 X 18 X 31/4 IN 4

32 48044B SCREW WING 1/420 X 13/4 IN 1

33 48057B SCREW WING 1/420 X 21/4 IN 1

34 48752B NUT 1/420 29

35 60G5NYB NUT 5/1618 12

36 48042B NUT WING 1/420 2

37 WF516B WASHER 5/16 X 7/8 X 5/64 IN 4

38 23572 WASHER M6 YELLOW PLASTIC 10

39 26913 SPACER M6 YELLOW PLASTIC 2

40 23603 KNOB SILENT LADDER 14

41 30407 PLUG SQ ROUND 18 MM 2

42 29712 PLUG SQ END 22 MM 3

43 26512 SEAT STOP RUBBER CAP 2

50 29714 PLUG SQ END 18 MM 2

ITEMS BELOW ARE NOT SHOWN

44 10531 SAFETY HARNESS / FALL

ARREST SYSTEM

45 23610 STRAP 11/2 IN W/ RATCHET &

S HOOKS

46 15034 STRAP RATCHET CRISS CROSS 2

47 11058 STRAP RATCHET STABILIZER

BAR

48 48800 TREE STAND SAFETY DVD 1

49 27477 ALLEN WRENCH 4 MM SHORT 1

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