TMA GAME WINNER QUAD POD DS User manual

QUAD POD DS
ITEM:175260
Instruction Manual
1
Maximum Weight Capacity (User and
Equipment) - 500 pounds (226 kg)
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representative, please leave a voicemail with your contact information and your
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(Made In China)
Every year people are injured from hunting related falls. Most of these injuries could have been prevented by
following the instructions and warnings provided with the tree stand and safety harness. Tree stands are
used at height and falls can result in serious injury or death. Your own safety, and the safety of any user of
this product, should be your first priority. In order to reduce your risk of injury, you MUST read and
thoroughly understand all of the safety warnings, usage instructions and other information contained within
the written and safety video instructions and warnings provided with this product, and any other hunting
equipment used. Retain the instructional and warning materials and review them periodically (at least once a
year and always with any new user). Failure to follow all instructions and warnings may lead to serious injury
or death. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT UNTIL AND UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND THOROUGHLY
UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS, SAFETY WARNINGS AND OTHER MATERIALS. If you have any
questions, do not use the product until you have contacted the manufacturer at 949-262-3416 or email
[email protected].
CAUTION-Never have more
than one person on the
ladder at a time. Maximum
weight capacity on ladder is
300 pounds.

Warnings ……………………………………………………………………… 3-6
Parts List ……………………………………………………………………… 7-11
Tools Required ..................................………………………………………… 11
Hardware ……………………………………………………………………… 12-16
Product Diagram ……………………………………………………………… 17
Assembly Instructions ……………………………………………………….. 18-36
Installation Instructions ……………………………………………………… 37-38
Care and Maintenance ………………………………………………………. 39
Warranty Information ………………………………………………………… 40
Table of Contents Page
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Note: Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are
present. Compare parts with package content list and hardware
contents. If any part is missing or damaged do not attempt to
assemble the unit. Contact customer service for replacement parts.

Warnings
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ATTENTION！
WHEN YOU SEE A SYMBOL OR THE WORD “WARNING!” BE SURE TO READ THE
MESSAGE! THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR
LIFE OR PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY!! BE SAFE! FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS!!
WARNING! THIS PRODUCT CARRIES A STRICT WEIGHT LIMITATION. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT
IF YOU EXCEED THIS TOTAL WEIGHT LIMIT. PLEASE NOTE THIS WEIGHT LIMIT INCLUDES THE
USER AND EQUIPMENT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH!
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make certain you have a signaling device (e.g., mobile phone, cell phone,
radio, whistle, signal flare, Personal Locator Device [PLD], etc.) in your possession and on your person in
an operable condition. This device must be within easy access should you experience the need to contact
emergency assistance. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Thoroughly inspect this or any other Game Winner product(s) prior to use for signs of wear, rot,
corrosion, cracks, fraying, deterioration and/or any other type of damage. DO NOT use this or any other
Game Winner product(s) if they show evidence of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, fraying, deterioration and/or
any other type of damage. Failure to follow these instructions may result serious injury or death!
WARNING! Do not remove, modify any portion or otherwise mechanically modify this product or its
assemblies in any manner. Make certain that all parts are used in the assembly of this product. Parts are
designed and tested to work together. Modification, additions, misuse, part omission or substitution shall
immediately void your factory warranty and may result in serious injury or death! If you suspect a part(s) is
missing and/or damaged, immediately contact Innopower Inc. at [phone] for replacement of missing
or detective parts. Never modify your stand in any way by making repairs, altering, omitting, adding or
attaching anything to it. ALWAYS USE GENUINE FACTORY AUTHORIZED INNOPOWER INC.
REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE INNOPOWER
INC. PARTS VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY AND RELIEVES INNOPOWER INC. OF ANY RESULTANT
LIABILITIES AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
WARNING! FALLS FROM A POD STAND CAN OCCUR ANYTIME AFTER LEAVING THE
GROUND.THESE FALLS RESULT IN EITHER SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! FOR YOUR PERSONAL
SAFETY, PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO CAREFULLY READ THIS PRODUCT INSTRUCTION MANUAL IN
ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE, SET-UP, INSTALL AND/OR OTHERWISE USE
THIS GAME WINNER PRODUCT. ANNUALLY REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION
MANUAL. ADDITIONALLY, KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION YOU OWN
THIS PRODUCT(S). FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH!
WARNING! THE SAFE USE AND OPERATION OF THIS PRODUCT(S) IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY
OF THE USER. IT IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER TO PROVIDE ANY PERSON(S)
WHO BORROW OR PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT WITH ALL WRITTEN AND SAFETY VIDEO
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS PRIOR TO USE. DO NOT ALLOW A PERSON TO USE THE
PRODUCT THAT HAS NOT REVIEWED ALL WRITTEN AND SAFETY VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS PRIOR TO USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! STORE ALL WRITTEN AND SAFETY VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS IN A SAFE LOCATION WHERE THEY CAN BE SHARED WITH POTENTIAL USERS. IF
ANY INSTRUCTIONS OR WARNINGS ARE LOST OR DISCARDED, DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT AND
DO NOT ALLOW ANY OTHER PERSON TO USE THE PRODUCT.
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any Game Winner product(s), you must take a moment and
become familiar with its assembly, setup, installation and removal. You must practice setting-up using and
removing the product(s) at ground level prior to attempting to use it at heights above ground-level. Once you
have become thoroughly knowledgeable and comfortable with this product set-up, use and removal at
ground-level, you are now ready to use it at heights above ground-level. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! This product is designed for adult use only. No one under the age of 18 should attempt to use
this or any other Game Winner product(s) without direct adult supervision.

Warnings
4
WARNING! ALWAYS inspect ALL of the seat and all straps prior to each use. Replace the seat and/or any
straps if inspection reveals any damage, including but not limited to wear, rot, fraying, deterioration and/or
any other type before each use. You must replace ALL straps (i.e., ratchet, cinch, button, stabilizing
straps/ropes, etc) and suspension seats EVERY two years. Inspect all tags and/or labels for dates prior to
each use. If any tag or label is missing, damaged or unreadable, replace and do not use the strap. Use only
Game Winner replacement straps. Use of any other straps, which are not genuine Game Winner straps
constitutes a modification to the product and could result in serious injury or death. Any modification will
void the warranties and relieve Game Winner Inc. from all liabilities. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must always inform someone of your hunting location, where the pod stand will be located
and the expected duration of the hunt. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
WARNING! Inspect all safety devices each time before each use. DO NOT use these devices if they show
signs of wear, damage, deterioration, vandalism, fraying or other damage. Factors such as vandals,
weather and animals may affect the performance of an unattended pod stand or safety device. Do not store
these devices outdoors when not in use. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
WARNING! If you have a limiting physical and/or health condition, DO NOT hunt from heights above ground
level. Hunt from the ground when self-recovery/escape ability is absent. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Never attempt to climb up or climb down with a weapon and/or gear period. ALWAYS unload
your weapon and pull it up to hunting height using pull up rope. ALWAYS lower your unloaded weapon
down to the ground prior (when raising or lowering firearms, the chamber must be open and the barrel
pointing toward the ground) to attempting to climb down. Use this same method when raising or lowering all
other gear. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT attempt to use this and/or any other Game Winner product(s) when ice, snow and/or
freezing rain has deposited or formed on any portion of the product you intend to climb. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! ALWAYS maintain three (3) point contact when climbing up/down when using this product.
Proper three (3) point contact means having either two (2) feet with one (1) hand on step or one (1) foot
with two (2) hands on the step portion of the climbing aids at all time when climbing up or down. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER adjust ANY straps, cables, and/or adjustable support bars while standing on or
leaning against this product. DO NOT use this product if there is wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, fraying,
deterioration and/or any other type of damage on any part of the pod stand. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Replace all hardware/cables/nuts/bolts/clips on your pod stand if inspection reveals any
damage, including but not limited to wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, fraying, deterioration and/or any other type
of damage. Use only Game Winner replacement parts. The product is tested to be used only with genuine
Game Winner parts. Use of any other parts, which are not genuine Game Winner parts, constitutes a
modification to the product and could result in serious injury or death. Any modification will void the
warranties and relieve Game Winner Inc. from all liabilities. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Never rely on a tree branch for support while climbing. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Never leave this product in a tree for more than two (2) weeks (14 days). Weather, elements,
animals, vandalism, and/or other mechanisms could damage the treestand. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!

Warnings
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WARNING! DO NOT use this or any other Game Winner product(s) if you have a history of heart problems,
back problems, impaired vision, joints that lock-up, spinal fusions, equilibrium problems, high blood
pressure, are not well-rested and/or any other physical impairment that may limit your ability to use and/or
operate this product(s) in the safe manner outlined in this instruction manual. Additionally, do not use this or
any other Game Winner product(s) if you are currently taking any medication (including prescription or over-
the-counter [OTC]) and/or using and/or consuming any substance, or consumed any substance, including
alcohol, that may limit your ability to use this product as outlined and described in this instruction manual.
Never use a pod stand when feeling ill, nauseous or dizzy. Do not use any Game Winner product(s) without
consent from your medical doctor. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT attempt to use this or any other Game Winner product(s) when lighting or
thunderstorms are threatening and/or present within five (5) miles. Do not attempt to use this or any other
Game Winner product(s) during or under threat of any adverse weather condition. This includes weather
conditions which have the potential for producing winds, lighting, rain, snow, sleet and/or any other
atmospheric condition which may limit the user’s ability to operate this product in a safe manner as
described in this instruction manual. Should inclement weather conditions arise during your use of this
product, return to the ground immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR POD / TOWER STAND USAGE
WARNING! DO NOT modify, fix/repair, alter, bend, cut, weld, or heat this product in any way. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT lean out from a pod stand for any reason. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Never jump from or bounce on a pod stand for any reason. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must use at least four (4) adults to install and/or take down this pod tand. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must check every ladder sections connection every time you use the stand before you
leave the ground. If you find that the ladder section are separating, DO NOT USE the pod stand. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must check the ground under the pod stand to make sure it is firm and level. Sloping
ground or uneven surfaces (e.g., one foot on a rock) can cause your pod ladder to tilt or shift as you climb.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Always have a second adult present or at least accessible by cell phone or other means when
using this product. The ability to get help quickly may save your life in the event of a fall. A good non-slip
safety boot is important for your safety. Be especially careful that bootlaces do not get hooked on the pod
stand (tuck shoelaces into boot before climbing). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! In addition to level ground, you MUST ensure that your Game Winner stand is erected so that
the platform is level. Any installation other than level, will result in a dangerous condition for the user. If you
find your pod stand canted, un-level or in any condition other than level, you must remove it and review the
installation step by step to insure that you have properly assembled the stand. If the cantor is the result of a
sloping ground, do not hunt from that location. Find an alternative installation site that affords level
installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!

Warnings
WARNING! When using a pod or tower stand the risk of a fall can occur anytime after leaving the
ground. Falling from a pod or tower stand can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! A fall arrest system/full body harness (FAS/FBH) that meets industry standards for
treestands is not included with pods and tower stands. FAS/FBH designed for treestands require that the
tether be anchored/attached to the tree. Never attach a FAS/FBH to a pod or tower stand or any part of
its structure as this could lead to an unsafe condition. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! Never erect a pod or tower stand near overhead electrical power lines or buried utilities, or
both, that can cause electrocution, explosion, or fire, or a combination thereof. You must always contact
appropriate authorities prior to installing any structure on or near right of ways or underground utilities.
WARNING! When installing, taking down or moving a pod or tower stand you must strictly follow the
manufacturer’s instructions to determine the appropriate number of people required to perform these
tasks (at least 4 people or more).
WARNING! Prior to setting up your pod or tower stand inspect the ground surface area. The ground
must be firm, level and free of any debris. Soft or sloping ground and debris can cause the platform to
become unstable and lead to unsafe conditions such as tilting, shifting or tipping. Never attempt to climb
a pod or tower stand that is leaning, unstable or slanted.
WARNING! Never allow more than one person at a time to ascend or descend the ladder. Be certain
first person is fully off the ladder/entry platform and positioned safely on tower platform or ground
before second person ascends or descends ladder.
WARNING! Always maintain three (3) points of contact when climbing a pod or tower stand. 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 at all times. Never lean backward when climbing as this could cause the pod or
tower stand to become unstable.
WARNING! Pod and tower stands must be properly secured or anchored, or both, to the ground
according to manufacturer’s instructions. Avoid using pod and tower stands during windy conditions
which could cause the free standing platform to tip over and result in damage to equipment and also
serious injury or death to the users.
WARNING! Inspect pod and tower stands before each use. Leaving equipment exposed to rain,
sunlight, changing temperatures, snow and extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
can cause dangerous conditions not visible to the naked eye. Do not attempt to use any product if
damage is detected or suspected. For your personal safety and also the safety of others, the product
should be removed from service immediately.
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Parts List
1
Back Platform
Qty
1
2
Middle Platform
Qty
1
3
Front Platform
Qty
1
4
Platform
Support
Bar(L=772MM)
Qty
2
5
Bent Ladder
Support
Qty
2
6
Bent Leg
Support
Qty
3
7
Lower Seat
Post
Qty
2
7

Parts List
8
Square Plate
Qty
2
9
Front Rail
Support( with
threaded
knobs hole )
Qty
2
10
Back Rail
Support(w/tab)
Qty
3
11
Reinforce
Bars for Rail-
Short(L=1000
MM)
Qty
2
12
Diagonal
Brace(L=543.
6MM)
Qty
6
13
Inclined
Support Bar
Qty
2
14
Reinforce
Bars for Rail-
Long
(L=1406MM)
Qty
2
15
Shooting
Rail#1
Qty
2
16
Shooting
Rail#2
Qty
2
8

Parts List
17
Shooting Rail
Connection#1
Qty
3
18
Shooting Rail
Connection#2
Qty
1
19
Shooting Rail
Support Bars
Qty
5
20
Upper Leg
Sections
Qty
3
21
Upper Ladder
Section
Qty
1
22
Lower Leg
Sections
Qty
3
23
Lower Ladder
Section
Qty
1
24
#1 Female
Cross Brace
(L=1061.5MM)
Qty
4
9

Parts List
25
#1 Male
Cross Braces
(L=1493.5MM)
Qty
4
26
#2 Female
Cross Brace
(L=958MM)
Qty
4
27
#2 Male Cross
Braces
(L=1412MM)
Qty
4
28
Short support
Braces
(L=894MM)
Qty
2
29
Seat Base
Frame
Qty
2
30
Seat &
Backrest
Frame
Qty
2
31
Spreader
Handle
Qty
2
32
Spreader
Adjuster Tube
Qty
2
10

Parts List
33
Upper Seat
Post
Qty
2
34
Leg Bracket
Qty
6
35
Ladder
Bracket
Qty
6
36
Ground Stake
Qty
5
11
1
Wrench
(2 pcs)
Tools Required (Provided)

Hardware
Step
1
M8X55 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
6
Step
2
M8X55 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
6
Step
3
M8X55 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
4
Step
4
M8X60 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
5
M8X60 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
6
M8X75 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
6
Step
7
M8X45 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
8
12

Hardware
Step
8
M8X60 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
9
M8X40 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
3
Step
10A
M6X35 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
10B
M6X40 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
11A
M6X50 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
11B
M6X35 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
12
M6X35 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
4
Step
13
M6X50 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
4
13

Hardware
Step
14
M6X30 (with 1
steel washer
and 1 wingnut)
Qty
8
Step
15
M6X30 (with 1
steel washer
and 1 wingnut)
Qty
5
Step
16
M8X25
Threaded Knob
Qty
5
Step
17
M6X50 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
3
Step
18
M6X35 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
19
M6X55 (with 2
steel washers
amd 1 locknut)
Qty
3
Step
20
M6X40 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
21
M6X50 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
3
14

Hardware
Step
22
M6X40 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
23
M6X55 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
3
Step
24
M6X40 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
25
M6X16 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
4
Step
26
M6X45 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
27
M6X16 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
4
Step
28
M6X16 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
4
Step
29
M6X45 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
15

Hardware
Step
30
M6X16 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
6
Step
32
M8X55 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
8
Step
33A
M6X35 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
33B
M6X16 (with 1
steel washer)
Qty
8
Step
34
M6X35 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
2
Step
35
M8X40 (with 2
steel washers
and 1 locknut)
Qty
8
Step
36
M8X50 Thrumb
Bolt (with 1
locking knob)
Qty
2
16

Product Diagram
17
Product
Identification
Mark for
Customer
Service
(on #9 part)

Assembly Instructions
Step 1:
Locate the Back Platform (#1)
and Middle Platform (#2).
Assemble platforms together
using six (6) M8x55 Bolts,
twelve (12) Steel Washers
and six (6) Locknuts as
shown in Figure1.
Step 2:
Locate the Middle Platform
(#2) and Front Platform (#3).
Assemble platforms together
using six (6) M8x55 Bolts,
twelve (12) Steel Washers
and six (6) Locknuts as
shown in Figure2.
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Figure 1
Connect Back and Middle Platforms
Figure 2
Connect Middle and Front Platforms
IMPORTANT NOTE – DO
NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS.
IMPORTANT NOTE – DO
NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS.

Assembly Instructions
Step 3:
Locate two Platform Support
Bars (#4).
Install the Platform Support
Bars (#4) onto the assembled
Platform using four (4) M8x55
Bolts, eight (8) Steel Washers
and four (4) Locknuts as
shown in Figure 3.
Step 4:
Locate two Bent Ladder
Supports (#5).
Install the Bent Ladder
Supports (#5) onto the
assembled Platform using
two (2) M8x60 Bolts, four (4)
Steel Washers and two (2)
Locknuts as shown in Figure
4.
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Figure 3
Install Platform Support Bar
Figure 4
Install Bent Ladder Supports
IMPORTANT NOTE – DO
NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS.
IMPORTANT NOTE – DO
NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS.

Assembly Instructions
Step 5:
Step 6:
Locate three Bent Leg Supports (#6).
Install the Bent Leg Supports (#6)
onto the assembled Platform using
six (6) M8x75 Bolts, twelve (12)
Steel Washers and six (6) Locknuts
as shown in Figure 6.Securely
tighten all bolts.
20
Figure 5
Install Bent Ladder Supports
Figure 6
Install Bent Leg Support
Locate two Bent Ladder Supports
(#5).
Install the Bent Ladder Supports (#5)
onto the assembled Platform using
two (2) M8x60 Bolts, four (4) Steel
Washers and two (2) Locknuts as
shown in Figure 5. Tighten all bolts
from step 1 through 5.
WARNING:
Do not overtighten the
hardware/bolts. Overtightening can
lead to structural damage and may
negatively affect the performance
of your stand.
Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or
death!
Important Note: Securely tighten
all bolts in remaining steps unless
otherwise noted.
WARNING:
Do not overtighten hardware/bolts.
Overtightening can lead to structural
damage and may negatively affect
the performance of your stand.
Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!