TMA RIVERS EDGE BIG FOOT RE500 User manual
Operator's Manual
Hang-On Stands
OMREHO001
Revised 02/23/12
© 2012 RETI, Inc.
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BIG FOOT™ XL with Footrest
Model RE507
INCLUDES MODEL #'s:
RE500, Big FootTM
RE504, Baby Big FootTM
RE501, Big FootTM XL
RE506, Big FootTM with Footrest
RE507, Big FootTM XL with Footrest
RE503, Lite FootTM
RE511, Big FootTM XL Lounger
RE509, Big FootTM XLT
BIG FOOT™
Model RE500
BIG FOOT™XL
Model RE501
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WARRANTY
Rivers Edge® Treestands, Inc., oers a lifetime warranty to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty applies to the original owner with a proof
of purchase. All items attached to our stands (seat, strap, rope, wood, etc.) that are degradable are warranted for a period of one year. There is no warranty on paint. This
warranty applies to products that are not modied, abused or misused in a manner that deviates from the products intended usage. Rivers Edge® Treestands oers no
other warranty expressed or implied nor is to be held liable for any damage that may result from any defect in a treestand manufactured by them. Warranty work must be
sent directly to Rivers Edge® Treestands and performed by them. To obtain warranty service and/or replacement instructions, you must have 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 Edge®
Treestands, Inc., P.O. Box 755,
1160
Eighth Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829 for a return material authorization number (RMA#). All items must be shipped prepaid.
Rivers Edge® Treestands will at no charge, repair or replace, at their discretion, any defective stand which falls under the conditions stated above. Rivers Edge® Treestands
retains the right to change models, specications and price without notice.
NOTE: You must always use the provided full body harness (fall arrest system) that meets TMA standards while using this product!
This equipment has been manufactured under strict quality guidelines. As with any equipment of this type, full understanding of the instructions and its use is mandatory
for the safety of its user. Rivers Edge® Treestands, Inc., is not responsible for any damages or injuries sustained due to improper use or modication of any of its products,
or due to any use which deviates from the products intended usage. The manufacturer also is not responsible for any injuries sustained due to failure to adhere to the
instructions for use. Any misunderstanding of its operation should be directed to manufacturer prior to its use.
ALL RIVERS EDGE® TREESTANDS COME WITH A FULL BODY HARNESS FALL ARREST SYSTEM THAT MEETS TMA STANDARDS. It is the owner's responsibility
to inspect the product regularly for damage that could inhibit the ultimate safety of the product. 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. ALWAYS wear the provided Full Body Harness (Fall Arrest System) that meets TMA standards
while using this product.
Owner is responsible to check product eld rating and must never exceed maximum weight rating stated. Rivers Edge® Treestands, Inc., is not responsible for any
malfunction due to normal wear and tear and/or damage caused by improper use, improper maintenance or accidents. This product if used safely as intended, will give
you years of trouble free service. We hope you will enjoy the quality of our products for years to come, and have a safe hunt.
For replacement parts, phone 800-450-EDGE (3343) or go online to www.HuntRiversEdge.com.
CONTENTS
Introduction/Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Warnings/Safety Information......................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Inspection and Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................................................5
Assembly/Set-Up Instructions/Parts Explosion/Parts List (RE500, RE501, RE503, RE504, RE506, RE507).........................................6-11
Assembly/Set-Up Instructions/Parts Explosion/Parts List (RE509).............................................................................................................. 12-15
Assembly/Set-Up Instructions/Parts Explosion/Parts List (RE511).............................................................................................................. 16-18
Bolt Guide ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................19
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 depart-
ment at 800-450-EDGE (3343) for assistance.
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WARNING
NEVER ATTACH TO A DEAD, ODDSHAPED, LEANING,
DISEASED, LOOSEBARKED TREE OR UTILITY POLES.
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 DE
SIGNED AS A FOOTREST ONLY. NEVER STAND ON
FOOTREST!
BE SURETO RAISE AND LOWER YOURWEAPONWITH A
HAUL LINE. GUN BARREL END OR ARROW TIPS MUST
BE POINTED DOWNAWAY FROM YOU.
BE SURE SEAT PAD AND/OR BUCKLES ARE SECURELY
AND CORRECTLY ATTACHED TO PREVENT ACCIDEN
TAL REMOVAL
STUDY YOUR NEW STAND TO BECOME FAMILIAR
WITH ALL OF ITS FEATURES AND DESIGN. AT GROUND
LEVEL, BEFORE ATTACHING OVERHEAD AND WHILE
FOLLOWING PROVIDED USE INSTRUCTIONS, PRAC
TICE ATTACHING STAND TO TREE, REMOVING STAND
FROM TREE, SITTING, AND STANDING.
INSTALLING AND USING THE TREESTAND AT GROUND
LEVEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING AT ALTITUDE WILL CON
FIRM THAT THE PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED, AS
SEMBLED, AND INSTALLED CORRECTLY. FAILURE TO
INSTALL AND TEST AT GROUND LEVEL FIRST PUTS US
ERS AT RISK FOR SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT USE ANY TYPE OF AFTER MARKET HANG
ING ASSISTS, BRACKET MOUNT SYSTEMS OR ANY
OTHER TYPE OF MECHANISM TO ATTACH YOUR RIV
ERS EDGE® HANGON TREESTAND TO A TREE. THESE
TYPES OF DEVICES CAN NEGATIVELY AFFECT THE
STABILITY OF THE TREESTAND IN THE TREE AND RE
DUCE OR PREVENT PROPER TIGHTENING, TREE AD
HESION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE TREESTAND TO
THE TREE WHICH CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
WARNING
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.
YOU MUST ALWAYS USE THE PROVIDED FULL BODY
HARNESS FALL ARREST SYSTEM THAT MEETS TMA
STANDARDS WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT. SINGLE
SAFETY BELTS AND CHEST HARNESSES ARE NO LON
GER ALLOWED AND SHOULD NEVER BE USED.
IF YOU ARE NOT WEARING A FULL BODY HARNESS
PROPERLY ATTACHED TO THE TREE THAT IS PROTECT
ING YOU FROM A FALL, DO NOT LEAVE THE GROUND.
FAILURE TO USE OR IMPROPER USE OFTHE PROVIDED
FULL BODY HARNESS FALL ARREST SYSTEM THAT
MEETS TMA STANDARDS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH! READ & UNDERSTAND INSTRUC
TIONS ON INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SHEET.
IF ANY INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT UNDERSTOOD OR IF
YOU HAVE A PARTS ISSUE CALL 800450EDGE 3343
BEFORE USING.
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL ASSEMBLY,
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, FULL BODY HARNESS
FALL ARREST SYSTEM & USE INSTRUCTIONS PRO
VIDED BEFORE EACH USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL
WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
READ AND PERFORM ALL INSPECTION AND MAIN
TENANCE TASKS BEFORE EACH AND EVERY USE. RE
PLACE ANY QUESTIONABLE COMPONENTS IMMEDI
ATELY WITH RIVERS EDGE® ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT
PARTS. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR STAND OUTDOORS RE
MOVE AFTER EACH USE AND STORE INDOORS!
INSTRUCTIONS/DVD SHOULD BE KEPT IN A SAFE
PLACE AND REVIEWED AT LEAST ANNUALLY.
DOUBLE CHECK ASSEMBLY STEPS TO BE CERTAIN
YOU HAVE CORRECTLY ASSEMBLED THIS PRODUCT.
DO NOT CRUSH TUBING WHEN TIGHTENING BOLT AS
SEMBLIES! IDENTIFY AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF
WITH ALL PARTS BEFORE YOU START. A BOLT IDENTI
FICATION CHART CAN BE FOUND IN THE BACK.
DO NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FIELD RATING 300 LBS.
NEVER USE ANY PRODUCT THAT HAS NOT BEEN
MAINTAINED OR INSPECTED PROPERLY YOUR LIFE
DEPENDS ON IT!
WHEN HUNTING FROM A TREESTAND, FALLS CAN OC
CUR ANY TIME AFTER LEAVING THE GROUND CAUS
ING INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNINGS
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WARNING
THE USE OF A LINEMAN'S/CLIMBING BELT IS RE
QUIRED WHILE ASCENDING, DESCENDING AND IN
STALLING A HANGON TREESTAND TO STABILIZE THE
USER WITH THE TREE.
CLIMBING AIDS STICK LADDERS, SECTIONAL LAD
DERS, STEPS, ETC. MUST EXTEND ABOVE THE PLAT
FORM TO ALLOW THE USER TO STEP DOWN ONTO THE
PLATFORM. NEVER STEP UP TO YOUR STAND FROM A
CLIMBING AID.
CORRECT TIGHTENING AND ADJUSTMENTS OF
CHAINS, CABLES, STRAPS, ETC. ARE CRITICAL TO STA
BLE HANGON TREESTAND INSTALLATION. ALL TREE
STAND CONTACT POINTS MUST BE IN CONTACT WITH
THE TREE BEFORE YOU STEP ONTO YOUR STAND.
PLATFORM MUST BE FOLDED UP TO REMOVE STAND!
THIS ALLOWS SLACK IN STRAP FOR REMOVAL.
ALWAYS CLIMB TREE ON THE ATTACHMENT SIDE OF
THIS TREESTAND. VISUALLY INSPECT YOUR CON
NECTION TO BE ASSURED YOU HAVE CORRECTLY AT
TACHED STAND TO TREE AS PER INSTRUCTIONS AND
DIAGRAMS.
NEVER PULL YOURSELF UP ONTO PLATFORM AL
WAYS STEP DOWN FROM ABOVE.
NEVER TOUCH OR MOVE BUCKLE WHILE STAND IS IN
USE.
USE A HAUL LINE TO RAISE OR LOWER THE TREES
TAND. NEVER CLIMB WITH ANYTHING ON YOUR BACK.
NEVER LEAVE A TREESTAND IN A TREE WHEN NOT
IN USE SINCE WEATHER OR ANIMALS COULD CAUSE
DAMAGE. TREE GROWTH CAN ALSO STRESS AND
DAMAGE STRAPS AND BUCKLES.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FOR ALL RIVERS EDGE® PRODUCTS
damage.
repair or discard product if any damage is found.)
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.)
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.
structural damage or wear.
missing parts.
parts, or altering adding or attaching anything to it except if
ALWAYS...
product
use, save for future reference
TMA standards at all times including ascending to and descending
from a tree stand
before every application, replace if necessary
being secure in the treestand and a rearm must be pulled up with
binding, wear, rust and noise.
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...
or utility poles.
climbing aid (climbing stick)
climbing aid (climbing stick)
windstorms or icy conditions and end your hunt and return to the
ground if inclement conditions arise.
prescription drugs.
medical condition that could cause a problem (i.e. heart condition, joints
that lock up, spinal fusions, etc.) or if you are not well rested.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS RE504, RE500,
RE501, RE503, RE506, RE507
Tools needed – two 7/16" wrenches
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY TIP: Do not tighten any nut and bolt combi-
nations 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 com-
pletely tightened.
1. Bolt the metal seat frame (C30) or (C33) onto the seat post using the (2)
provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/4" bolts, locknuts and (6) nylon washers. SEE
FIGURES 1A OR 1B. DO NOT tighten all nut & bolt assemblies
completely!
2. Attach removable seat cushion to metal seat frame by sliding seat
frame into pocket. Wrap the Velcro seat straps or buckle straps
around seat frame and secure together. Snap the side release buckle
together for buckle style seats. Pull straps tight so seat is not loose.
3. Bolt cables onto platform using the (2) provided 1/4 x 1-1/2" bolts,
locknuts and steel washers. SEE FIGURE 2.You must now tighten all
nut & bolt assemblies. Be sure not to over tighten or crush tubing
when tightening!
NOTE: Using powder graphitelubricant duringassembly ofmoving
parts will help eliminate noise during use!
4. Attach backpacking straps (48067) at desired location on platform.
Fold strap in half. Feed folded strap through platform mesh. Feed the
two loose ends of strap through folded loop and pull tight forming a
cinch knot. SEE FIGURES 3A AND 3B. Feed straps through platform
mesh and secure with provided tri-slide buckles. SEE FIGURES 3C.
Figure 1B
Figure 2
platform cable
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" bolts
steel washers
locknut
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" bolts
locknuts
nylon washers
Figure 1A
nylon washers
nylon washers
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" bolts
nylon washers
locknuts
Figure 3A Figure 3B
Figure 3C
seat frame
seat post
seat frame
seat post
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SETUP AND USE INSTRUCTIONS RE504, RE500,
RE501, RE503, RE506, RE507
During installation and removal of a hang-on treestand, you must
always and properly use the included Full Body Harness (Fall Arrest
System) with climbing belt. Refer to the Full Body Harness and
climbing belt instructions included with this product for proper use.
You must always use the Full Body Harness while using this product.
1. At desired height, attach by following instructions - a,b,c,d,e.
NOTE: Stand should be attached to tree with platform folded in
an upright position!
a. Lengthen strap by pulling buckle away from strap - this will allow
strap to slide around buckle roller.
b. Take buckle and wrap around tree. Be sure the strap is even and
at the same level all the way around the tree. Also, be sure there are
no twists in the strap. Connect hook to opposite side of stand by
inserting thru hole (slot) provided. SEE FIGURE 4.
c. Pull on excess end of strap rmly - snugging up stand to tree.
SEE FIGURES 4 AND 5.
NOTE: Platform must be folded up while doing this.
d. Once securely attached, pull stand platform down. This lever-
action will snug stand up tight to tree to prevent any shifting. Redo
as necessary to accomplish a snug stand-to-tree t. All four contact
bars must be touching tree! SEE FIGURE 5.
e. The tension on strap will not allow any slippage due to roller bar
tension of buckle. Proper installation should be checked prior to
stepping onto platform to ensure safety. SEE FIGURE 5.
2. Before stepping down onto center of stand platform, be sure it is secured
properly and is tight against tree with all (4) contact bars touching tree!
3. Carefully step onto stand platform to be sure you have a solid feel
against tree and platform is level. Seat folds down for sitting and tips
back for standing.
NOTE: To remove stand, fold platform back up and pull on buckle
hand strap.
NOTE: On all stands, paint gets between expanded grating and frame of
platform.To eliminateany creakingsound fromthis, walkalloverplatform
before use in woods. This will eliminate any temporary creaking sound.
TREE
TREE
Figure 4
TREE
Figure 5
WARNING
DO NOT TWIST STRAP WHEN ATTACHING. SEE FIGURE
4 FOR CORRECT ATTACHMENT.
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, BEFORE ATTACHING OVERHEAD AND WHILE
FOLLOWING PROVIDED USE INSTRUCTIONS, PRAC
TICE ATTACHING STAND TO TREE, REMOVING STAND
FROM TREE, SITTING, AND STANDING.
INSTALLING AND USING THE TREESTAND AT GROUND
LEVEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING AT ALTITUDE WILL CON
FIRM THAT THE PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED, AS
SEMBLED, AND INSTALLED CORRECTLY. FAILURE TO
INSTALL AND TEST AT GROUND LEVEL FIRST PUTS US
ERS AT RISK FOR SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
ALWAYS CLIMBTREE ONTHE ATTACHMENTSIDE OFTHIS
TREESTAND. VISUALLY INSPECT YOUR CONNECTION TO
BE ASSURED YOU HAVE CORRECTLY ATTACHED STAND
TO TREE AS PER INSTRUCTIONS AND DIAGRAMS.
THE USE OF A LINEMAN'S/CLIMBING BELT IS RE
QUIRED WHILE ASCENDING, DESCENDING AND IN
STALLING A HANGON TREESTAND TO STABILIZE THE
USER WITH THE TREE.
CORRECT TIGHTENING AND ADJUSTMENTS OF
CHAINS, CABLES, STRAPS, ETC. ARE CRITICAL TO STA
BLE HANGON TREESTAND INSTALLATION. ALL TREE
STAND CONTACT POINTS MUST BE IN CONTACT WITH
THE TREE BEFORE YOU STEP ONTO YOUR STAND.
PLATFORM MUST BE FOLDED UP TO REMOVE STAND!
THIS ALLOWS SLACK IN STRAP FOR REMOVAL.
NEVER PULL YOURSELF UP ONTO PLATFORM AL
WAYS STEP DOWN FROM ABOVE.
NEVER TOUCH OR MOVE BUCKLE WHILE STAND IS IN
USE.
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8
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6
14
BIG FOOT RE500
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LITE FOOT RE503
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BABY BIG FOOT RE504
BIG FOOT XL RE501
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KEY # DESCRIPTION
RE504
PART # QT Y.
RE500
PART # QT Y.
RE501
PART # QT Y.
RE503
PART # QT Y.
1 8655B 2 8655B 2 8655B 2 8655B 2
2
48210 2 48210 2 48210 2
2
48212 2
3 48240B 2 48240B 2 48240B 2 48240B 2
4 48250B 2 48250B 2 48250B 2 48250B 2
5 48261B 2 48261B 2 48261B 2 48261B 2
6 48271B 2 48271B 2 48271B 2 48271B 2
8 48752B 6 48752B 6 48752B 6 48752B 6
9 2 2 2 2
11 SEAT POST C19 1 C19 1 C19 1 ALC19 1
12 SEAT FRAME C33 1 C30 1 C30 1 C30 1
13 PLATFORM CB18 1 C18 1 CX18 1 ALC26 1
14 6 6 6 6
15 WF516B 6 WF516B 6 WF516B 6 WF516B 6
ITEMS BELOW NOT SHOWN
TREE STRAP ASSEMBLY RE760 1 RE760 1 RE760 1 RE760 1
48155 1 48155 1 48155 1 48155 1
48665 1 48665 1 48665 1 48665 1
BACKPACK STRAPS / TRISLIDE KIT 48067 1 48067 1 48067 1 48067 1
W/FOAM
48101 1 486103 1 486103 1 486103 1
48800 1 48800 1 48800 1 48800 1
BIG FOOT™
Model RE500
BIG FOOT™XL
Model RE501
LITE FOOT™
Model RE503
BABY BIG FOOT™
Model RE504
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FIXED POSITION HANGON PARTS
RE507, BIG FOOT XL WITH FOOTREST
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13
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13
10
FIXED POSITION HANGON PARTS
RE506, BIG FOOT WITH FOOTREST
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KEY # DESCRIPTION RE507 PART # QTY RE506 PART # QTY
1 8655B 2 8655B 2
2 48212 2
2 48210 2
3 48240B 2 48240B 2
4 48250B 2 48250B 2
5 48261B 2 48261B 2
6 48271B 2 48271B 2
7 48752B 6 48752B 6
8 2 2
9SEAT POST C19 1 C19 1
10 SEAT FRAME C30 1 C30 1
11 PLATFORM CXR18 1 CR18 1
12 6 6
13 WF516B 6 WF516B 6
ITEMS BELOW NOT SHOWN
TREE STRAP ASSEMBLY RE760 1 RE760 1
48155 1 48155 1
48665 1 48665 1
BACKPACK STRAPS / TRISLIDE KIT 48067 1 48067 1
SEAT, PADDED 486103 1 486103 1
48800 1 48800 1
FIXED POSITION HANGON PARTS LIST RE506/RE507
BIG FOOT™ XL with Footrest
Model RE507
BIG FOOT™ with Footrest
Model RE506
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS RE509
Tools needed – two 7/16" wrenches
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY TIP: Do not tighten any nut and bolt combi-
nations 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 com-
pletely tightened.
1. Bolt the metal seat frame (C30) onto the seat post (CXR25) using the
(2) provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/2" bolts, locknuts and (6) nylon washers.
SEE FIGURE 1. DO NOT tighten all nut & bolt assemblies
completely!
2. Attach the tree hugger to the seat post using (1) provided 5/16-18
x 2" bolt, locknut and steel washer. SEE FIGURE 1.
3. Bolt cables (48212) onto platformusing the (2) provided
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" bolts, locknuts and steel washers. SEE FIGURE 2.
You must now tighten all nut & bolt assemblies. Be sure not to
over tighten or crush tubing when tightening!
NOTE: Using powder graphite lubricant during assembly of moving parts
will help eliminate noise during use!
4. Insert the removable/pivoting armrests (CXR26) into each armrest
receiver on the seat post by pressing snap button inward and
snapping button into holes of receivers. SEE FIGURE 3. Thread bolt
knob into treaded portion of receiver to tighten up armrest to help
prevent movement/noise.
Armrests can be inserted into receivers and positioned all four
directions if desired. Armrests can also be removed if desired.
Repositioning of armrest will allow for easier entry/exit into your
treestand and can make for a slimmer prole for backpacking.
Figure 1
1/4-20
x 2-1/2"
bolts
nylon washers
5/16-18 locknut
1/4-20 locknuts
nylon washers
nylon washers
5/16-18 x 2" bolt
steel washer
Figure 2 steel washer
locknut
platform cable
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" bolts
Figure 3
armrests
5/16-18 x 1/2" bolt knob
snap button
holes on each
side of receivers
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5. Attach the (2) provided 9" camo foam pads (48736) to the armrests
by wrapping around tubing and attaching Velcro together.
6. Attach seat pad (48750) to metal seat frame by sliding seat frame
into seat pocket. Wrap the Velcro seat straps or buckle straps
around seat frame and secure together. Snap the side release
buckles together for buckle style seats. Pull straps tight so seat is
not loose.
7. Attach backpacking straps (48067) at desired location on platform.
Fold strap in half. Feed folded strap through platform mesh. Feed
the two loose ends of strap through folded loop and pull tight
forming a cinch knot. SEE FIGURES 4A & 4B. Feed straps through
platform mesh and secure with provided tri-slide buckles. SEE
FIGURE 4C.
Figure 4A
Figure 4B
Figure 4C
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SETUP AND USE INSTRUCTIONS RE509
During installation and removal of a hang-on treestand, you must
always and properly use the included Full Body Harness (Fall Arrest
System) with climbing belt. Refer to the Full Body Harness and
climbing belt instructions included with this product for proper use.
You must always use the Full Body Harness while using this product.
1. At desired height, attach by following instructions - a,b,c,d,e.
NOTE: Stand should be attached to tree with platform folded in
an upright position with armrests removed to allow platform to
fold completely!
a. Lengthen strap by pulling buckle away from strap - this will allow
strap to slide around buckle roller.
b. Take buckle and wrap around tree. Be sure the strap is even and
at the same level all the way around the tree. Also, be sure there are
no twists in the strap. Connect hook to opposite side of stand by
inserting thru hole (slot) provided. SEE FIGURE 5.
c. Pull on excess end of strap rmly - snugging up stand to tree. SEE
FIGURES 5 AND 6.
NOTE: Platform must be folded up while doing this.
d. Once securely attached, pull stand platform down. This lever-
action will snug stand up tight to tree to prevent any shifting. Redo
as necessary to accomplish a snug stand-to-tree t. All four contact
bars must be touching tree! SEE FIGURE 6.
e. The tension on strap will not allow any slippage due to roller bar
tension of buckle. Proper installation should be checked prior to
stepping onto platform to ensure safety. SEE FIGURE 6.
NOTE: To remove stand, fold platform back up and pull on buckle
hand strap.
2. Before stepping down onto center of stand platform, be sure it is secured
properly and is tight against tree with all four contact bars touching tree!
3. Carefully step onto stand platform to be sure you have a solid feel
against tree and platform is level. Seat folds down for sitting and tips
back for standing.
4. Attach backrest portion of seat to tree by wrapping the long strap
with buckle end around tree and snapping together with opposite
end. Adjust as needed.
Figure 5 Figure 6
TREE
TREE
TREE
WARNING
DO NOT TWIST STRAP WHEN ATTACHING. SEE FIGURE
5 FOR CORRECT ATTACHMENT.
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, BEFORE ATTACHING OVERHEAD AND WHILE
FOLLOWING PROVIDED USE INSTRUCTIONS, PRAC
TICE ATTACHING STAND TO TREE, REMOVING STAND
FROM TREE, SITTING, AND STANDING.
INSTALLING AND USING THE TREESTAND AT GROUND
LEVEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING AT ALTITUDE WILL CON
FIRM THAT THE PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED, AS
SEMBLED, AND INSTALLED CORRECTLY. FAILURE TO
INSTALL AND TEST AT GROUND LEVEL FIRST PUTS US
ERS AT RISK FOR SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
ALWAYS CLIMBTREE ONTHE ATTACHMENTSIDE OFTHIS
TREESTAND. VISUALLY INSPECT YOUR CONNECTION TO
BE ASSURED YOU HAVE CORRECTLY ATTACHED STAND
TO TREE AS PER INSTRUCTIONS AND DIAGRAMS.
THE USE OF A LINEMAN'S/CLIMBING BELT IS RE
QUIRED WHILE ASCENDING, DESCENDING AND IN
STALLING A HANGON TREESTAND TO STABILIZE THE
USER WITH THE TREE.
CORRECT TIGHTENING AND ADJUSTMENTS OF
CHAINS, CABLES, STRAPS, ETC. ARE CRITICAL TO STA
BLE HANGON TREESTAND INSTALLATION. ALL TREE
STAND CONTACT POINTS MUST BE IN CONTACT WITH
THE TREE BEFORE YOU STEP ONTO YOUR STAND.
PLATFORM MUST BE FOLDED UP TO REMOVE STAND!
THIS ALLOWS SLACK IN STRAP FOR REMOVAL.
NEVER PULL YOURSELF UP ONTO PLATFORM AL
WAYS STEP DOWN FROM ABOVE.
NEVER TOUCH OR MOVE BUCKLE WHILE STAND IS IN
USE.
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KEY # PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.
1 1423B 3
2 8655B 2
3 48089 TREE HUGGER 1
4 48212
2
5 48240B 2
6 48250B 2
7 48261B 6
8 48270B 2
9 48741 2
10 48752B 6
11
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BIG FOOT™ XLT Model RE509
15
17
17
10
10
17
17
9
17
8
16 2
7
7
6
14
4
1
11
13
7
5
10
10
10
16
11
13
16
12
KEY # PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.
12 C30 SEAT FRAME 1
13 CXR21 PLATFORM 1
14 CXR25 SEAT POST 1
15 CXR26 ARMREST ASSEMBLY 2
16 WF516B 5
17 6
ITEMS BELOW NOT SHOWN
48750 SEAT WITH BACKREST 1
48736 CAMO SLEEVE WITH FOAM, 9" 1
RE760 TREE STRAP ASSEMBLY 1
48155 1
48665 1
48067 KIT, BACKPACK STRAPS 1
48800 1
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS RE511
Tools needed – two 7/16" wrenches
IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY TIP: Do not tighten any nut and bolt combina-
tions completely until all parts are assembled together! Finger tighten
plus one turn of a wrench only! This will temporarily hold the lock nut on
thebolt whilehelpingalignmentof allparts! Afterallpartsare assembled
together, all nut and bolt combinations must be completely tightened.
1. Attach the seat frame weldment (CXR15) to the seat post (CXR14) using
(2) provided 1/4-20 x 2-1/2”bolts, locknuts and (6 to 8) nylon washers.
SEE FIGURE 1. DO NOT tighten all nuts and bolts completely!
NOTE: You may need to place 2 nylon washers between seat post
upright and seat frame to take up necessary gap.
2. Attach cable (48212) ends to the platform (CXR12) using (2) provided
1/4-20 x 1-1/2”bolts, locknuts and steel washers. SEE FIGURE 2.You
must now tighten all nut & bolt assemblies securely. Be sure not
to over tighten or crush tubing when tightening!
NOTE: Using powder graphite lubricant during assembly of
moving parts will help eliminate noise during use!
3. Attach backpacking straps (48067) at desired location on platform.
Fold strap in half. Feed folded strap through platform mesh. Feed the
two loose ends of strap through folded loop and pull tight forming a
cinch knot. SEE FIGURES 3A AND 3B. Feed straps through platform
mesh and secure with provided tri-slide buckles. SEE FIGURES 3C.
4. Attach padded seat (48103) by feeding straps around the lower portion
of seat frame. Feed the long strap through both metal tri-slides that are
sewn to opposite side of strap. Wrap the long strap back around one
tri-slide and through the second tri-slide and pull tight. SEE FIGURE 4.
Repeat the same operation for the other seat strap. Adjust as needed to
achieve desirable seat height. Excess strap can be tucked away using
provided Velcro tabs under the seat.
5. Attach (2) provided 9" camo arm pads (48736) to upper portion of
seat frame weldment by wrapping around tubing and attaching
Velcro together.
Figure 1
locknuts
platform cable
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" bolts
steel washers
locknuts
nylon washers
nylon washers
(2 if needed)
1/4-20 x 2-1/2"
bolts
nylon washers
Figure 2
Figure 3A Figure 3B
Figure 3C
FRONT VIEW OF
SEAT ASSEMBLY
pull to
tighten
Figure 4
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Figure 3C
SETUP AND USE INSTRUCTIONS RE511
During installation and removal of a hang-on treestand, you must
always and properly use the included Full Body Harness (Fall Arrest
System) with climbing belt. Refer to the Full Body Harness and
climbing belt instructions included with this product for proper use.
You must always use the Full Body Harness while using this product.
1. At desired height, attach by following instructions - a,b,c,d,e.
NOTE: Stand should be attached to tree with platform folded in
an upright position!
a. Lengthen strap by pulling buckle away from strap - this will allow
strap to slide around buckle roller.
b. Take buckle and wrap around tree. Be sure the strap is even and
at the same level all the way around the tree. Also, be sure there are
no twists in the strap. Connect hook to opposite side of stand by
inserting thru hole (slot) provided. SEE FIGURE 5.
c. Pull on excess end of strap rmly - snugging up stand to tree.
SEE FIGURES 5 AND 6.
NOTE: Platform must be folded up while doing this.
d. Once securely attached, pull stand platform down. This lever-
action will snug stand up tight to tree to prevent any shifting. Redo
as necessary to accomplish a snug stand-to-tree t. All four contact
bars must be touching tree! SEE FIGURE 6.
e. The tension on strap will not allow any slippage due to roller bar
tension of buckle. Proper installation should be checked prior to
stepping onto platform to ensure safety. SEE FIGURE 6.
NOTE: To remove stand, fold platform back up and pull on buckle
hand strap.
2. Before stepping down onto center of stand platform, be sure it is
secured properly and is tight against tree with all four contact bars
touching tree!
3. Carefully step onto stand platform to be sure you have a solid feel
against tree and platform is level. Seat folds down for sitting and tips
back for standing.
4. Attach backrest portion of seat to tree by wrapping the long strap
with buckle end around tree and snapping together with opposite
end. Adjust as needed.
TREE
Figure 5 Figure 6
WARNING
DO NOT TWIST STRAP WHEN ATTACHING. SEE FIGURE
5 FOR CORRECT ATTACHMENT.
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, BEFORE ATTACHING OVERHEAD AND WHILE
FOLLOWING PROVIDED USE INSTRUCTIONS, PRAC
TICE ATTACHING STAND TO TREE, REMOVING STAND
FROM TREE, SITTING, AND STANDING.
INSTALLING AND USING THE TREESTAND AT GROUND
LEVEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING AT ALTITUDE WILL CON
FIRM THAT THE PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED, AS
SEMBLED, AND INSTALLED CORRECTLY. FAILURE TO
INSTALL AND TEST AT GROUND LEVEL FIRST PUTS US
ERS AT RISK FOR SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
ALWAYS CLIMBTREE ONTHE ATTACHMENTSIDE OFTHIS
TREESTAND. VISUALLY INSPECT YOUR CONNECTION TO
BE ASSURED YOU HAVE CORRECTLY ATTACHED STAND
TO TREE AS PER INSTRUCTIONS AND DIAGRAMS.
THE USE OF A LINEMAN'S/CLIMBING BELT IS RE
QUIRED WHILE ASCENDING, DESCENDING AND IN
STALLING A HANGON TREESTAND TO STABILIZE THE
USER WITH THE TREE.
CORRECT TIGHTENING AND ADJUSTMENTS OF
CHAINS, CABLES, STRAPS, ETC. ARE CRITICAL TO STA
BLE HANGON TREESTAND INSTALLATION. ALL TREE
STAND CONTACT POINTS MUST BE IN CONTACT WITH
THE TREE BEFORE YOU STEP ONTO YOUR STAND.
PLATFORM MUST BE FOLDED UP TO REMOVE STAND!
THIS ALLOWS SLACK IN STRAP FOR REMOVAL.
NEVER PULL YOURSELF UP ONTO PLATFORM
ALWAYS STEP DOWN FROM ABOVE.
NEVER TOUCH OR MOVE BUCKLEWHILE STAND IS IN USE.
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FIXED POSITION HANGON PARTS RE511
KEY # PART # DESCRIPTION QT Y.
1 1423B BOLT 5/1618 X 2 HHCS
2
2 48153B BOLT 1/420 X 2 HHCS
2
3 48212 2
4 48240B BOLT 1/420 X 11/2 HHCS
2
5 48261B WASHER FLAT 1/4" BLACK 2
6 48270B BOLT 1/420 X 21/2 HHCS
2
7 48752B 6
8 2
9CXR12
1
10 CXR14
1
11 CXR15
1
12 WF516B
6
13 10
ITEMS BELOW NOT SHOWN
RE760 TREE STRAP ASSEMBLY 1
48155 1
48665 1
48103
1
48736 CAMO ARMREST PAD, 9" 2
48067 KIT, BACKPACK STRAPS 1
48800 1
13
7
11
13
13
6
10
12
12
1
3
13
13
2
7
9
5
4
7
12
8
FIXED POSITION HANGON PARTS LIST RE511
BIG FOOT™ XL LOUNGER MODEL RE511
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BOLT IDENTIFICATION CHART
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 1-3/4" 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 2-1/2" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 2-3/4" grade 5 hex head bolt
5/16-18 x 2-1/2" grade 5 hex head bolt
5/16-18 x 3-1/4" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 3" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 3-1/4" grade 5 hex head bolt
5/16-18 x 1-3/4" grade 5 hex head bolt
5/16-18 x 2" grade 5 hex head bolt
5/16-18 x 2-1/4" grade 5 hex head bolt
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" grade 5 Phillips head bolt
Rivers Edge® Treestands, Inc.
1160 Eighth Avenue, PO Box 755
Cumberland, WI 54829
800-450-EDGE (3343) | Fax 715-822-2124
Email: [email protected]
*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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