TMA Big Foot TREE LADDER RE731 User manual

Get parts online at
www.HuntRiversEdge.com
PARTICIPATING MEMBER
PRODUCT MEETS
INDUSTRY STANDARDS
RECOGNIZED BY
P/N: 33165
C/N: 33164
REV2: 08/25/2020
© 2020 RETI
All Rights Reserved
Operator's Manual
MODEL RE731
BIG FOOT
TREE LADDER™
Maximum Height
23' to top
Wear Your Harness!
WE ARE HUNTERS
CLIMBING SYSTEMS
Maximum Field Rating
300 lbs
Tree Diameter Range
8" to 20"

CLIMBING SYSTEMS
Check for parts online at www.HuntRiversEdge.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
2
Operator's Manual
BIG FOOT TREE LADDER
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 800-345-6007 for assistance.
CONTENTS
Introduction/Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Warnings.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3-4
Inspection and Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Assembly Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Setup and Use Instructions..........................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Illustrated Parts Breakdown.........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Notes Page.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
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 800-345-6007 or by writing to: Ardisam, 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 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. 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 a Fall Arrest System may result in serious injury or death. ALWAYS wear a 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.

CLIMBING SYSTEMS
Check for parts online at www.HuntRiversEdge.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5 3
Operator's Manual
BIG FOOT TREE LADDER
MODEL RE731
TOTAL WEIGHT LIMIT  300 LB
TREE DIAMETER RANGE  8"TO 20"
MAXIMUM USE HEIGHT  23’
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 or
climbing aid.
Never use a treestand or climbing aid 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 or climbing aid while using drugs
(even prescription drugs) or alcohol.
Never use a treestand or climbing aid 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 use a treestand or climbing aid on a dead, leaning,
diseased or loose barked tree, or a utility pole.
Never rely on a tree branch for support.
Never jump or bounce on a treestand or climbing aid to
seat it to the tree.
WARNING
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/climbing aid and all safety devices
each time before use and Do Not store a treestand or
climbing aid outdoors when not in use.
Never modify your treestand or climbing aid 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 or
climbing aid 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. Failure to install and test at ground level rst
puts users at risk for serious injury or death.
Instructions (written and video) shall be kept in a safe
place and reviewed at least annually. It is the responsibility
of the treestand or climbing aid owner to furnish the
complete instructions to any person who borrows or
purchases the treestand or climbing aid.
A full body harness with a lineman’s/climbing belt must
be worn at all times while installing or removing any
hang-on climbing aids.
Hang-on climbing aids must be placed on the tree at a
height above the platform where the user can maintain
a handhold on the unit and step downwards onto the
treestand. Never step up from a climbing device to get
into your stand. To ensure that you step down onto the
platform, the maximum recommended use height is ve
feet less than the height of the climbing aid being used.
When using a climbing/lineman’s belt to ascend the tree,
the full body harness shall be attached to the tree before
stepping down onto the treestand.
Sectional ladders and steps shall be spaced on the tree to
insure each step is no more than 18 in. (45.72 cm) apart.
Check every stick ladder section connection every time
you use the stick ladder before you leave the ground. If
stick ladder sections are separating, Do Not use the stick
ladder.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE ASSEMBLY
STOP

CLIMBING SYSTEMS
Check for parts online at www.HuntRiversEdge.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
4
Operator's Manual
BIG FOOT TREE LADDER
WARNING
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 use this product until you have watched the
online safety video, understand it, and practiced the
techniques for safe hunting discussed in this video. Video
can be found with the QR code and/or URL shown on
front cover of this manual.
Always maintain three (3) points of contact when
Ascending or descending a ladder or climbing aid. 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
treestand or climbing aid. 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, climbing
aid or any of their components (tuck shoelaces into boots
before climbing).
Always lean forward as you ascend or descend ladder or
climbing aid. Never Lean out over edge of device.
Double check assembly steps to be certain you have
correctly assembled this product.
Replace any and all treestand or climbing aid straps every
two years or when any signs of damage or wear exist
before.
Never hold onto any section or pull on any section that is
not securely attached to the tree with the provided strap
and buckle.
Always attach the cam strap assembly so the spring
loaded cam lever of the strap is facing away from the tree.
Never touch the cam lever while putting weight on the
stick and/or climbing the stick as this could potentially
release the strap and remove that section from the tree.
Do Not crush tubing when tightening bolt assemblies!
Identify and familiarize yourself with all parts before you
start.
Never use any product that has not been maintained or
inspected properly - Your life depends on it!
Use a haul line to raise and lower the treestand. Never
climb with anything on your back.
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

CLIMBING SYSTEMS
Check for parts online at www.HuntRiversEdge.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5 5
Operator's Manual
BIG FOOT TREE LADDER
No Tools Needed
1. Assembly is done on the ground by inserting the male (crimped)
top end of each crimped ladder section (1) into the female end of
next section, with the top section (2) at the top end of the
connected climbing aid. SEE FIGURE 1.
2. Secure all of the connection points together with the ten provided
lockpins (3). SEE FIGURE 1.
FIGURE 1
3
1. Stand the assembled Big Foot Tree Ladder up against a selected
straight tree on dry, level ground.
2. Hook the S-hook with the long strap through the hole on one of
the tree huggers of the lowest ladder section. Feed the long strap
through the center slot of the ratcheting mechanism and back
around through tightening lever. SEE FIGURES 2 AND 3A-3B.
NOTE: Make sure you feed the long strap correctly so there are
no twists in the strap.
3. Wrap the ratchet assembly around tree and hook other S-hook
through opposite tree hugger 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. Be certain the two contact points of tree
hugger are contacting tree. "Ratchet" tight to tree. This will securely
attach only the lowest ladder section. SEE FIGURE 2 AND 3B-3C.
NOTE: To release ratchet, simply pull the release lever and open
tightening lever wide open (at).
3. While properly wearing/using a Full Body Harness with a lineman’s/
climbing belt, climb the Big Foot Tree Ladder only far enough to
reach and attach the second section ratchet strap and properly
secure it to the tree following the same instructions written in
STEPS 2 and 3. Repeat strap attachment for each section until all
sections are securely attached. You must work from the bottom
strap up to the top strap, DO NOT skip any straps! Make sure you
always and properly wear/use a Full Body Harness with a lineman’s/
climbing belt while attaching and detaching this product!
4. Reverse Setup and Use Instructions to remove from the tree.
FIGURE 2
S-hook
SETUP AND USE INSTRUCTIONSASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1 1 2
crimped top end
WARNING
Never use a treestand on a dead, leaning, diseased or
loose barked tree, or a utility pole. Always avoid electrical
power lines.
Never exceed the stated maximum use height.
Bottom of assembled climbing aid Must Always touch
ground during use. Never position climbing aid so the
bottom is not touching the ground.
Bring ratchet strap(s) up with you in a pocket - Do Not
carry in your hands!
FIGURE 3A FIGURE 3B FIGURE 3C
tree hugger

CLIMBING SYSTEMS
Check for parts online at www.HuntRiversEdge.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5
6
Operator's Manual
BIG FOOT TREE LADDER
KEY # PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.
1 25828 CRIMPED LADDER SECTION 5
2 25829 TOP LADDER SECTION 1
3 19847 LOCKPIN 6MM X 50.8MM 10
4 MK013
3401
RATCHET STRAP ASSEMBLY WITH
SHOOK 1 IN X 6 FT
6
5 23439 SQUARE END PLUG 22MM 2
1
1
2
1
4
5
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN PARTS LIST
NO EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE FOR THIS MODEL.
NEVER MODIFY OR EXCEED ORIGINAL STATED USE HEIGHT!
1
1
3

CLIMBING SYSTEMS
Check for parts online at www.HuntRiversEdge.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5 7
Operator's Manual
BIG FOOT TREE LADDER
NOTES

*All weights, specications 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.
Rivers Edge® Treestands, Inc.
1160 Eighth Avenue, PO Box 755
Cumberland, WI 54829
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
WE ARE HUNTERS
CLIMBING SYSTEMS