True North TNT SC-1 User manual

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Model Number: True North Treestands Inc. SC-1 Climbing Treestand
Maximum Weight Capacity - 300 pounds (136 kg) (User and Equipment)
WARNING! This product carries strict weight limitations. Do not use this product if you exceed this total weight limitation. Please note this weight limit
includes the user and equipment. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
Your full-body fall arrest harness included with your new True North Treestands Inc. treestand has a service life of three (3) years past its date of manufacture. This date of manufacture
can be found on the sewn on label of each component of the fall arrest system. Replace this harness if the service life has expired. Should you experience a fall while wearing your
full body fall arrest harness return it to the manufacturer for free replacement. You must read the full-body fall arrest harness instruction manual in it’s entirety prior to attempting
to use this True North Treestands Inc. product(s) in any manner.
WARNING! You must use the full-body fall arrest harness which meets or exceeds industry standards recognized by the TMA (Treestand Manufacturer’s
Association) and has been provided with this True North Treestands Inc. product(s) or an aftermarket full-body fall arrest harness which meets or exceeds
industry standards recognized by the TMA when installing, removing or using this True North Treestands Inc. product(s). Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
Thank you for your purchase of this quality True North Treestands Inc. product! To ensure your personal safety, please take a moment to carefully read this product instruc-
tion manual in its entirety before attempting to set-up, install and/or otherwise use this True North Treestands Inc. product. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury or death! This True North Treestands Inc. product has been designed, engineered and manufactured to provide you with years of trouble free service.
TRUE NORTH TREESTANDS INC.
TNT SC-1 CLIMBING TREESTAND
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Should you have any questions about the installation and/or use of this product, or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) do not hesitate
to call one of our customer service representatives at [phone] or visit us online at hunttnt.com. Our service representatives will answer any
questions you may have about any of the complete line of True North Treestands Inc. products.

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ATTENTION!!
WHEN YOU SEE A “WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE! THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN
SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
WARNING! Falls from a treestand 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 True North Treestands Inc. product. At least annually, review the contents of this instruction manual and
watch the safety information included in the Quick Response (QR) Code(s) which accompanies this True North Treestands Inc. product(s).
Additionally, keep these instructions for the entire duration that 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 is the sole responsibility of the user. It is also the sole responsibility of the owner to
provide any person(s) who borrow or purchase this product with these instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death! Additionally, failure to follow these instructions may subject you to personal liability penalties as determined by the U.S.
Judicial system or other legal system with jurisdictional authority.
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make sure that you have a signaling device (e.g., mobile phone, cell phone, radio, whistle, signal are,
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 these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions contained in this Instruction Manual may result in serious injury or death!
PLEASE NOTE THAT “WARNING!” statements have been placed throughout this Instruction Manual. These statements point out important safety
information and instructions, which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of the operator. It is imperative that the
operator of this product, or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) read and understand all the instructions and warnings contained in
this Instruction Manual prior to attempting to use this product(s), or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s). Failure to comply with these
instructions and/or warnings may result in serious injury or death! When you see a “WARNING!” statement - BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
WARNING! Thoroughly inspect this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) prior to each use for signs of wear, damage, rot, corrosion,
deterioration and/or any other type of defect. DO NOT expose this product to extended exposure to direct sunlight, excessive heat and/or freezing
temperatures. Do not use this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) if they show evidence of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, deterioration
and/or any other type(s) of defect(s). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Do not remove, modify and/or omit any portion or otherwise mechanically modify this True North Treestands Inc. product(s) or its
assemblies in any manner. Modification, misuse and/or part substitution shall immediately void your factory warranty and may result in serious
injury or death! If you suspect that a part(s) is missing and/or defective, immediately contact True North Treestands Inc. at [phone] for
replacement of missing or defective parts. Never modify your stand in any way by making repairs, or altering, adding or attaching anything to it
except if explicitly authorized in writing by True North Treestands Inc. ALWAYS USE GENUINE FACTORY AUTHORIZED TRUE NORTH Treestands Inc.
REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE TRUE NORTH Treestands Inc. PARTS VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY AND
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
WARNING! This True North Treestands Inc. product(s) is designed for adult use only. No one under the age of 16 shall attempt to use this or any
other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) without direct adult supervision. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) you must take the time and become familiar with
its assembly, setup, installation and removal. You must practice installing, setting-up, using and removing this 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 True North
Treestands Inc. product(s) set-up, installation, use and removal at ground-level, only then are you ready to use it at heights above ground-level.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury and death!
WARNING! When hunting from a treestand, falls can occur any time after leaving the ground causing injury or death. Always wear your full-body
fall arrest system (which meets or exceeds industry standards recognized by the TMA), comprising a full-body harness, tether, tree belt, linesman
belt and Suspension Relief Device at all times after leaving the ground. You must stay connected at all times after leaving the ground. Single
safety belts and chest harnesses are no longer allowed and shall never be used as they put the user at serious risk of injury or death. If you are
not wearing your full-body fall arrest harness that is properly attached to the tree that is protecting you from a fall, do not leave the ground.
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! You must always inform someone of your hunting location, where the treestand 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 it (they) shows signs of wear, damage (from freezing,
excessive heat, etc.), deterioration or vandalism. Factors such as tree growth, vandals, weather and animals may affect the performance of an
unattended tree stand. Do not store these devices outdoors when not in use. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! The length of the full-body fall arrest tether must be minimized at all times. It shall be adjusted so that it is above the head with no
slack (snug) in the sitting position and you shall have the minimum amount of slack possible when climbing. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!

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WARNING! Do not remove, modify, and/or omit any portion or otherwise mechanically modify this True North Treestands Inc. product(s) or its assemblies
in any manner. Modication, misuse, and/or part substitution shall immediately void your factory warranty and may result in serious injury or death! If
you suspect that a part(s) is missing and/or defective, immediately contact True North Treestands Inc. at [phone] for replacement of missing or
defective parts. Never modify your stand in any way by making repairs, or altering, adding or attaching anything to it except if explicitly authorized in
writing by True North Treestands Inc.. Always use genuine factory authorized True North Treestands Inc. replacement parts. Use of any replacement parts
other than genuine True North Treestands Inc. parts voids your warranty and may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make sure that you have a signaling device (e.g., mobile phone, radio, whistle, signal are or Personal Locator Device
(PLD)) in your possession and in an operable condition. This device must be within easy access should you experience the need to contact emergency
assistance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! ALWAYS inspect/check ALL expiration dates/tags on all straps and the full-body fall arrest harness and its components prior to each use. You
must replace ALL straps and suspension seats EVERY year. Never use any strap(s) or full-body fall arrest harness that has expired and/or is showing any
signs of damage and/or wear. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury and death!
WARNING! Make certain all chains, cable straps, etc. are tightened per this Instruction Manual prior to use. All treestand contact points must be in contact
with the tree before you step onto the stand. The correct adjustment and tightening of attachment hardware is critical to the stable installation of this
treestand. Additionally, you MUST be wearing your Fall Arrest System (FAS) which includes a full-body fall arrest harness, tree belt, lanyard/tether,
suspension relief device and climbing belt/linesmen belt (as applicable) in accordance with the Instructions contained in this Instruction manual. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! This product(s) is designed for adult use only. No one under the age of 16 shall attempt to use this or any other product(s) without direct adult
supervision. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) you must take a moment and become familiar with its assem-
bly, setup and installation. You must practice installing, setting-up and using this 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 True North Treestands Inc. product(s) setup, installation and
use 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! Several True North Treestands Inc. treestands are equipped with a footrest, armrests and/or shooting rail. Neither the footrest, armrests nor
the shooting rail have been designed to support the users weight. Under no circumstances shall you place any more than fteen (15) pounds of weight
on these structures. Doing so will put the user in serious risk of injury or death. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must wear a Fall Arrest System (FAS) comprising of a full-body fall arrest harness, tree belt, lanyard, suspension relief device and climbing
belt/lineman’s belt (as applicable) at all times after leaving the ground. You must stay connected at all times after leaving the ground while using xed
position treestands. Single safety belts and chest harnesses are no longer allowed and shall never be used. If you are not wearing a full-body fall arrest
harness that is properly attached to the tree to protect you from a fall, do not leave the ground nor attempt to enter your treestand. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT modify, x/repair, alter, bend, cut, weld, or heat the treestand in any way. Also, do not attach anything to your treestand without
explicit authorized and written instructions from the manufacturer. Failure to follow these instructions will void your warranty and may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! Never attempt to climb up or down with a weapon and/or gear in your possession. ALWAYS unload your weapon and pull it up to hunting height
using a tether or pull up rope. ALWAYS lower your unloaded weapon down to the ground prior (when raising or lowering rearms, the chamber must be
open and the barrel pointing toward the ground) to attempting to climb up or 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! Prior to each use thoroughly inspect the treestand (and its components) and all safety devices each time before use for signs of wear, rot, cor-
rosion, cracks, deterioration and/or any other type of defect. Make certain that your treestand is tight and secure prior to use. Protect this product from
extended exposure to direct sunlight, excessive heat or freezing temperatures by storing inside when not in use. Do not use this or any other product(s) if
it shows evidence of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, deterioration and/or any other type of defect. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT attempt to make adjustments to this product while in the treestand. All adjustments must be made with the entire treestand on the
ground. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
ATTENTION!!
WHEN YOU SEE A “WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE! THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN
SAVE YOUR LIFE!!

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WARNING! DO NOT use this or any other True North Treestands Inc. products(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 True
North Treestands Inc. product(s) if you are currently taking medication (including prescription) and/or using and/or consuming any substance, including
alcohol, that may limit your ability to use this True North Treestands Inc. product(s) as outlined and described in the Instruction Manual. Never use a
treestand when feeling ill, nauseous or dizzy. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT leave your True North Treestands Inc. product(s) installed for more than two weeks (14 days). Any number of factors can jeopardize its
installation and integrity. These include, but are not limited to, weather or other environmental factors that can negatively affect its performance. Animals
can also cause damage to your True North Treestands Inc. product(s) that can negatively affect its performance and your safety. Additionally, factors such
as tree growth can stress and damage supporting straps, chains and/or buckles. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! ALWAYS inspect the treestand and all safety devices prior to each use. DO NOT use product if it shows signs of wear, damage, deterioration, or
vandalism. Factors such as tree growth, vandals, weather and animals may affect the performance of an unattended treestand. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Strict weight limitations have been set for each product to ensure your personal safety. Note the weight limitations of your stand and that this
weight limit includes the user(s) and equipment. NEVER EXCEED THESE WEIGHT LIMITATIONS! Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT jump or bounce on the treestand platform and/or the seat to engage the stand to the tree. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT attempt to use this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) when ice, snow, and/or freezing rain has deposited or formed
on any portion of the tree or stand you intend to climb. Do not attempt to use this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) when thunderstorms
are threatening and/or present within ve (5) miles. Do not attempt to use this or any other product(s) when any other adverse weather condition
presents itself. These include, but are not limited to, weather conditions which have the potential for producing winds, lightning, rain, snow, sleet and/
or any other atmospheric condition which may limit the user’s ability to operate this True North Treestands Inc. product(s) in a safe manner as described
in this Instruction Manual. Should inclement weather conditions arise during your use of this True North Treestands Inc. product(s), return to the ground
immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! BEFORE each use, make sure all nuts and bolts are secure. CHECK all hardware and webbing prior to every use to make sure that no damage
has occurred to hardware and that webbing (as applicable) is not cut or frayed. Keep webbing from coming into contact with any sharp edges. DO NOT
USE THIS PRODUCT IF ANY DAMAGE IS SUSPECTED. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! REPLACE any damaged or worn part with original parts. Replace attachment belts every three years and when not in use store in a dry, cool,
safe place away from sunlight. Never store a treestand or any of its components outdoors when not in use. To purchase parts contact True North Treestands
Inc. at [phone]. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Always wear the appropriate foot wear when using a treestand. A good non-slip safety boot is important for your safety. Be especially careful
that boot laces do not get hooked on the treestand (or any of its components) or climbing aids (tuck shoelaces into boot before climbing). Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT use this product, or attempt to use a treestand, on a dead, leaning, diseased, loose barked tree (bark that akes or falls off), irregular
shaped trees, or utility poles. DO NOT use this product on any tree that does not allow for a level standing platform. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER hunt out of a treestand at heights at which you are not completely comfortable. Depending upon the tree and hunting conditions,
choose the minimum hunting height that allows for safe, effective hunting. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT use this, or any other product(s) to climb utility poles, telephone poles, structural columns or any other man-made structures. Never
use this or any other product(s) around power generation (e.g., transformers, generators, substations, etc.) and/or power transmission equipment. Never
use a treestand on a dead, leaning, diseased or loose barked tree. NEVER USE A TREE BRANCH, OR ANY PORTION OF A TREE, TO SUPPORT ANY PORTION
OF YOUR WEIGHT OR AS A HAND HOLD. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
ATTENTION!!
WHEN YOU SEE A “WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE! THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN
SAVE YOUR LIFE!!

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WARNING! DO NOT stand on the treestand seat. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! These True North Treestands Inc. product(s) were designed for installation on trees with a minimum diameter of nine (9) inches at treestand
use height (i.e., seat height). DO NOT use your True North Treestands Inc. product(s) on trees with trunk diameters that do not meet this minimum
diameter requirement. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
Should you have any questions about the assembly, installation or use of this product, or any other product, please do not hesitate to call one of our
customer service representatives at [phone] and they will answer all questions you may have about any of the complete line of True North
Treestands Inc. products.
WARNING! As a tree grows upward from the ground it gradually narrows. When installing your climber at ground level you must consider this gradual
narrowing and adjust your standing and seating platforms slightly upward. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! A connecting strap has been included with your True North Treestands Inc. climber. It is designed to connect the standing platform to
the seating platform. In the unlikely event you lose contact with either while climbing, this connecting strap allows you to regain control. Prior
to climbing, insure this connecting strap is installed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Standing and seating platform adjustments may only be made at ground level. Never attempt to make adjustments while off the
ground. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! While climbing, adjustments to the full-body fall arrest harness lanyard/tree belt will be frequent and must be coordinated with
treestand movement to maintain the least amount of slack in the lanyard that will allow for safe climbing. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must familiarize yourself with the use of your climber by practicing at ground level before using in a hunting environment.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR CLIMBING TREESTAND USAGE
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
Any number of innovative accessories are available and sold separately to compliment your new climbing system. Only genuine authorized acces-
sories shall be used with your climbing/treestand system. Genuine replacement parts are also available online or via telephone. Should you require
parts or service, or if you just have a question about this, or any other product(s), simply give one of our customer service representatives a call (855)
486-8868 or visit us online at hunttnt.com .
FULL-BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS SYSTEM (FAS)
WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions contained here may result in serious injury or death!
Read the full-body fall arrest harness section carefully and follow all of the instructions! Your full-body fall arrest harness and its component (i.e., lan-
yard/tether, tree belt, climbing belt (lineman 's belt as applicable), suspension relief device) is designed for a maximum capacity (user and equipment)
of 300 pounds (136 kg). Additionally, your full-body fall arrest harness (and its components) must be replaced after three (3) years of service! Please
contact True North Treestands Inc. for full -body fall arrest harness replacement procedure should you experience a fall or shall it exceed the three (3)
year service period.
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other product(s) you must take a moment and become familiar with its assembly, setup and installation.
You must practice installing, setting-up and using your full-body fall arrest harness and its components (i.e., lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension relief
device, climbing belt/lineman’s belt [as applicable]) 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(s) setup, installation and use 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!
ATTENTION!!
WHEN YOU SEE A “WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE! THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN
SAVE YOUR LIFE!!

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WARNING! You must wear a Fall Arrest System (FAS) comprising of a full-body fall arrest harness, lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension relief device,
and climbing belt/lineman’s belt (as applicable) at all times after leaving the ground. You must stay connected at all times after leaving the ground
while using xed position treestands. Single safety belts and chest harnesses are no longer preferred and shall never be used. If you are not wearing a
full-body fall arrest harness (that is connected to the tree) that is protecting you from a fall, do not leave the ground. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must practice putting the full-body fall arrest harness on, adjusting and using your full-body fall arrest harness and it's components
(i.e., lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension relief device, climbing belt/lineman's belt [as applicable]) at ground-level in the presence of a responsible
adult to experience the feeling of hanging suspended before using in a hunting environment. This experience will ensure you remain calm and collected
should you experience a fall while hunting. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! The length of the full-body fall arrest harness lanyard/tether must be kept to a minimum at all times during use. It shall be adjusted so that
it is above the head with no slack (snug) in the sitting position and you shall have the minimum amount of slack possible when climbing. Never let the
tether strap get under your chin or around your neck. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Should you experience a fall there is time to make a correct decision on what action needs to take place. It is important to remember: DO
NOT PANIC! Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! If you have a limiting physical and/or health condition that precludes and/or renders you incapable of self-recovery and/or a suitable
escape plan is not available, DO NOT hunt from heights above ground-level. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Falls from a treestand 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 True North Treestands Inc. product. At least annually, review the contents of this instruction manual and watch the safety information included
in the Quick Response (QR) Code(s) which accompanies this True North Treestands Inc. product(s). Additionally, keep these instructions for the entire
duration that 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 is the sole responsibility of the user. It is also the sole responsibility of the owner to provide any
person(s) who borrow or purchase this product from them with these complete instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death! Additionally, failure to follow these instructions may subject you to personal liability penalties as determined by the U.S. Judicial
system or other legal system with jurisdictional authority.
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make sure that you have a signaling device (e.g., mobile phone, radio, whistle, signal are, 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 these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Practice the use of your True North Treestands Inc. full-body fall arrest harness and Suspension Relief Device (SRD) at ground-level in the
presence of a responsible adult to experience the feeling of hanging suspended before using in a hunting environment. Failure to follow these instruc-
tions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER allow the full-body fall arrest harness lanyard/tether to get under your chin or around your neck. This poses a choking hazard that
can lead to serious injury or death. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! If your hunting location is unknown by anyone and communication efforts are unsuccessful, you must have a personal plan for self-
recovery/escape should you experience a fall. Prolonged suspension in a full-body fall arrest harness can be fatal. It is important to exercise the legs
by pushing against the tree or doing other forms of continuous leg exercises to avoid blood pooling while being suspended. Varying degrees of physical
tness may require different plans for self-recovery/escape the effects of prolonged suspension. Have a personal plan and practice it in the presence
of a responsible adult before leaving the ground. No one escape/rescue plan will work for every hunter, on every tree, in every circumstance. Only
you can determine the best self-recovery/escape plan for your hunting situation before leaving the ground. There is time to make a correct decision
on what action to take if a fall occurs while wearing a full-body fall arrest harness. It is important to remember, DO NOT PANIC. Remain calm and
implement your practiced rescue, relief and recovery plan. Hunt from the ground when a self-recovery /escape ability is absent. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death!
FULL-BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS SYSTEM WARNINGS
Read the full-body fall arrest harness section carefully and follow all of the instructions! Your full-body fall arrest harness and its compo-
nent (i.e., lanyard/tether, tree belt, climbing belt (lineman 's belt as applicable), suspension relief device) is designed for a maximum
capacity (user and equipment) of 300 pounds (136 kg). Additionally, your full-body fall arrest harness (and its components) must be replaced after
three (3) years of service! Please contact True North Treestands Inc. for our full -body fall arrest harness replacement procedure should you experience
a fall or shall it exceed the three (3) year service period.

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WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other product(s) you must take a moment and become familiar with its assembly, setup
and installation. You must practice installing, setting-up and using your full-body fall arrest harness and its components (i.e., lanyard/
tether, tree belt, suspension relief device, climbing belt/lineman’s belt [as applicable]) 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(s) setup, installation
and use 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! You must wear a Fall Arrest System (FAS) comprising of a full-body fall arrest harness, lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension
relief device, and climbing belt/lineman’s belt (as applicable) at all times after leaving the ground. You must stay connected at all times
after leaving the ground while using xed position treestands. Single safety belts and chest harnesses are no longer preferred and shall
never be used. If you are not wearing a full-body fall arrest harness (that is connected to the tree) that is protecting you from a fall, do
not leave the ground. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must practice putting the full-body fall arrest harness on, adjusting and using your full-body fall arrest harness and it’s
components (i.e., lanyard/tether, tree belt, suspension relief device, climbing belt/lineman’s belt [as applicable]) at ground-level in the
presence of a responsible adult to experience the feeling of hanging suspended before using in a hunting environment. This experience
will ensure you remain calm and collected should you experience a fall while hunting. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! The length of the full-body fall arrest harness lanyard/tether must be kept to a minimum at all times during use. It shall be
adjusted so that it is above the head with no slack (snug) in the sitting position and you shall have the minimum amount of slack pos-
sible when climbing. Never let the tether strap get under your chin or around your neck. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Should you experience a fall there is time to make a correct decision on what action needs to take place. It is important to
remember: DO NOT PANIC! Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! If you have a limiting physical and/or health condition that precludes and/or renders you incapable of self-recovery and/
or a suitable escape plan is not available, DO NOT hunt from heights above ground-level. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Falls from a treestand 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 True North Treestands Inc. product. At least annually, review the contents of this instruction
manual and watch the safety information included in the Quick Response (QR) Code(s) which accompanies this True North Treestands Inc.
product(s). Additionally, keep these instructions for the entire duration that 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 is the sole responsibility of the user. It is also the sole responsibility of the owner
to provide any person(s) who borrow or purchase this product from them with these complete instructions. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury or death! Additionally, failure to follow these instructions may subject you to personal liability
penalties as determined by the U.S. Judicial system or other legal system with jurisdictional authority.
WARNING! Prior to each hunt, make sure that you have a signaling device (e.g., mobile phone, radio, whistle, signal are, 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 these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Practice the use of your True North Treestands Inc. full-body fall arrest harness and Suspension Relief Device (SRD) at ground-
level in the presence of a responsible adult to experience the feeling of hanging suspended before using in a hunting environment.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! NEVER allow the full-body fall arrest harness lanyard/tether to get under your chin or around your neck. This poses a choking
hazard that can lead to serious injury or death. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! If your hunting location is unknown by anyone and communication efforts are unsuccessful, you must have a personal plan
for self-recovery/escape should you experience a fall. Prolonged suspension in a full-body fall arrest harness can be fatal. It is important
to exercise the legs by pushing against the tree or doing other forms of continuous leg exercises to avoid blood pooling while being
suspended. Varying degrees of physical tness may require different plans for self-recovery/escape the effects of prolonged suspension.
Have a personal plan and practice it in the presence of a responsible adult before leaving the ground. No one escape/rescue plan will
work for every hunter, on every tree, in every circumstance. Only you can determine the best self-recovery/escape plan for your hunt-
ing situation before leaving the ground. There is time to make a correct decision on what action to take if a fall occurs while wearing a
full-body fall arrest harness. It is important to remember, DO NOT PANIC. Remain calm and implement your practiced rescue, relief and
recovery plan. Hunt from the ground when a self-recovery /escape ability is absent. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!

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FULL-BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1. Identify the main parts of the full-body fall arrest harness as depicted in Figure 1. Hold the full-body fall arrest harness by the tether loop insuring
the harness is upright and leg straps are hanging down as depicted in Figure 2. Straighten any straps which may have become twisted. With the leg loops
hanging at the bottom, step into each leg loop while holding the shoulder straps as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 1
Full-Body Fall Arrest Harness (Front and Rear Views)
Shoulder Strap (R)
Shoulder Strap (L)
Tether
Tether Loop
Waist Belt
Waist Belt Buckle
Leg Loop (L)
Leg Loop Buckle (L)
Leg Loop (R)
Leg Loop Buckle (R)
Suspension Relief Device
Tree Belt
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10
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7
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Figure 5
Wrap Waist Belt Around Waist
Figure 4
Full-Body Fall Arrest Harness On Loosely
Figure 3
Slip Right Arm Into Right Shoulder Strap
Figure 2
Step Into Leg Loops
WARNING! Read these True North Treestands Inc. full-body fall arrest harness instructions carefully and follow all the instructions! Your new
full-body fall arrest harness is designed for a maximum capacity(user and equipment ) of 300 pounds (136 kg). Additionally, your new
full-body fall arrest harness must be replaced after three (3) years of service! Replace your full-body fall arrest harness immediately should
you experience a fall while wearing it. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Use the True North Treestands Inc. full-body fall arrest harness provided with this product or a full-body fall arrest harness system which
meets or exceeds industry standards recognized by the TMA. NOTE: You must store your full-body fall arrest harness out of direct sunlight and out
of any other harsh environmental condition(s) that may adversely affect its performance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! It may be necessary to purchase an aftermarket full-body fall arrest harness which meets or exceeds industry standards recognized by
the TMA shall the True North Treestands Inc. full-body fall arrest harness provided with this product(s) not be sufciently large enough. Remember:
never exceed the weight capacity of this product(s). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!

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Figure 6
Thread Waist Buckle
STEP 2. With both left and right legs in the leg loops, slip your right arm through the right shoulder strap as shown in Figure 3. With your right arm in the
right shoulder strap, repeat this STEP for your left arm. The full-body fall arrest harness shall now be hanging loosely about your torso as shown in Figure 4.
STEP 3: Locate the waist belt and waist belt buckle as shown in Figure 1. Wrap the waist belt around your waist as shown in Figure 5. Thread the buckle as
shown in Figure 6. Extreme care must be taken to thread the waist buckle as depicted in Figure 6. Tighten the waist buckle until the waist belt is snug. DO
NOT overtighten as this may become very uncomfortable and potentially cut-off your circulation.
WARNING! DO NOT overtighten the leg loops as this may cut-off circulation and cause an unsafe condition. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
STEP 4: With the waist belt comfortably snug, locate the two (2) leg loop buckles as shown in Figure 1. Adjust both leg loop buckles so the leg loops are
positioned snugly in the groin area as shown in Figure 7. Tighten the leg loops so they are snug, however, not overly tight. Overtightening of the leg loops
will restrict circulation to the legs and cause an unsafe condition.
STEP 5: With the leg loops tightened to a comfortable t and the waist belt adjusted snugly, your full-body fall arrest harness shall now be donned as shown
in Figure 8.
WARNING! DO NOT overtighten the waist belt as this may cut-off circulation and cause an unsafe condition. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
1
3
2
456
Figure 7
Tighten Leg Loops/Positioned Snugly in Groin Area
Figure 8
Full-Body Fall Arrest Harness Donned Correctly (Front and Rear Views)

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FULL-BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS (TREE BELT)
STEP 1: Once you have reached your desired height, insert the tree
belt (refer to Figure 1 for identication) through the loop of the
full-body fall arrest harness tether loop as shown in Figure 9. Wrap
the tree belt around the tree at a height that allows just enough
slack for you to sit comfortably in your stand (as shown in Figure
10). NOTE: Keeping the full-body fall arrest harness tether as short
as possible limits the distance you will travel in the unlikely event
you should experience a fall.
STEP 2: Secure the tree belt by inserting the tag (free-end) end
through the slot in the buckle closest to opposite end of the tree
belt, then cross over the sliding mechanism and back down through
opposite slot. Pull on tree belt to secure and test to make sure slid-
ing mechanism engages, creating secure tree belt placement. Refer
to Figure 11 for proper tree belt buckle threading.
WARNING! YOU MUST thread the tree belt buckle as shown in Figure 11. Failure to thread the buckle as shown will result in the belt failing to hold
and separation from the tree trunk. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
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Figure 11
Threading Tree Belt Buckle
Figure 13
Full-Body Fall Arrest Harness Tether While Seated
Figure 12
Full-Body Fall Arrest Harness Tether While Standing
STEP 3: With the full-body fall arrest harness tree belt
and tether installed as outlined previously, adjust the
height of the tree belt so it is taunt as shown in Figures
12 and 13. Please note, the tether length will vary de-
pending on whether or not you are plan on standing
or sitting during your use of this True North Treestands
Inc. Outdoor product. You must keep the tether length
as short as possible at all times to minimize the dis-
tance you might fall in the unlikely event you experi-
ence a fall while using this True North Treestands Inc.
product.
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2
4
5
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Figure 9
Insert Tree Belt Through
Full-Body Fall Arrest Harness Tether Loop Figure 10
Wrap Tree Belt Around
Tree Trunk

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FULL-BODY HARNESS SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS (SUSPENSION RELIEF DEVICE)
No one plans to fall from their treestand, however, falls can and do occur without warning. It is important to know what to do in the unlikely event you
experience a fall from an elevated hunting position. It is also very important you practice your escape plan at ground-level prior to entering an elevated
hunting platform. There is time to make a correct decision on what action to take if a fall occurs while wearing a full-body fall arrest harness. It is important
not to panic. Remain calm and implement your practiced rescue, relief and recovery plan.
A Suspension Relief Device, or SRD, has been provided with this True North Treestands Inc. product. It is provided to help relieve the pressure on your lower
extremities in the unlikely event you experience a fall from an elevated hunting position.
WARNING! A suspension relief device must be on your person and readily accessible while using a full-body fall arrest harness. These devices will
allow you to relieve the load on the lower extremities if suspended in a full-body fall arrest harness and help maintain circulation in the legs and
mitigate (minimize) suspension trauma (blood pooling) or allow descent to the ground. Follow all instructions below regarding the provided SRD
(Suspension Relief Device) Failure to follow full-body fall arrest harness instructions could result in not being able to return to the stand and being
suspended in a full-body fall arrest harness after a fall. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death!
Figure 14
Suspension Relief Device (SRD) Operation
1Deploy SRD
4Standing in Loop 3Ready for Use
2Adjust Loop
STEP 1: After a fall, take a moment to catch your breath and stay calm. Remain calm and do not panic.
STEP 2: Pull out the SRD strap located on the waist belt of your full-body fall arrest harness.
STEP 3: Adjust the SRD strap so you are able to step into the loop and then stand up, placing your weight in the standing loop and relieving the pressure on
your lower extremities. The loop size can be adjusted by moving the buckle up or down (refer to Figure 14 for SRD operation).
STEP 4: If you are able to reach your ladder or climbing system, use it to get back into your secured treestand and then carefully climb down to ground-level.
If you are not able to reach your stand, remain calm and continue to stand in the SRD loop and use your personal locating device or cell phone to call for
help.
Important Note Regarding Self Extractors
Several optional products/systems are available that offer self-recovery or self-extraction from a fall when suspended in a full-body
fall arrest harness. Some systems automatically descend the user while others allow user control. One of these products/systems can
be considered for use as an additional safety precaution against prolonged suspension and suspension trauma. Be sure to follow the
manufacturers’ directions on the safe use of these products/systems.

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COMPONENTS OF THE SC-1 CLIMBING TREESTAND
Prior to installing and using your True North Treestands Inc. treestand you must perform some minor assembly.
Standing Platform
Net Seat
V-Braces w/Leveling Slots (2)
Connector Straps (2)
V-Brace Lock Pins (4)
Diagonal Supports w/Rivet Locks (4)
Diagonal Support Nuts (2)
Diagonal Support Braces (2)
Shoulder Straps (2)
Standing/Seating Platform Ratchet
Stabilizing Straps (2)
Padded Rail
A
G
H
I
J
F
E
D
C
B
Figure 16
Install V-Brace Lock Pins
Onto Receivers
Figure 17
Remove Diagonal Support
Nuts
PREPARATION OF THE SC-1 CLIMBING TREESTAND FOR USE
Prior to use, your SC-1 will need some minor assembly.
STEP 1: Locate the four (4) v-brace lock pins. Install these onto the v-braces with leveling slots by screwing them into the four (4) receivers on the
ends of the v-braces as shown in Figure 16. Tighten using a 11/16” (17 mm) wrench.
Figure 18
Rotate Diagonal Supports Into Place
K
Figure 15
Components of True North Treestands Inc. SC-1
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B
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CF
H
D
D
H
H
Leveling Slots
Rivet Lock
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STEP 2: Prior to installing your standing and seating platforms onto the tree, the diagonal supports must be rotated into position and secured by
re-installing the diagonal support nuts. Rotate the diagonal supports up as shown in Figure 18 and slip them over the exposed bolt as shown in
Figure 19.
STEP 3: Re-install the two (2) diagonal support nuts on the standing and seating platforms to secure the diagonal supports as shown in Figure 20.
Figure 20
Re-Install the Diagonal Support Nuts
and Tighten
Figure 19
Slip Diagonal Supports
Onto Exposed Bolts
STEP 4: Locate the two (2) v-braces with leveling slots. You previously installed the v-brace lock pins onto them. Disengage the v-brace lock pins
as shown in Figure 21.
STEP 5: Install the v-braces with leveling slots onto the diagonal supports with rivet locks by laying the v-brace ON TOP of the diagonal supports
with rivet locks as shown in Figure 22. Align the slots on the v-brace with the rivet lock on the diagonal braces as shown in Figure 23. Slide the
v-brace forward to lock the rivet and leveling slots together as shown in Figure 24.
STEP 6: To secure the v-brace with leveling slots on the diagonal brace engage the lock pin as shown in Figure 25. Repeat STEPS 4 and 5 for the
remaining lock pin and v-brace. NOTE: You will disengage these v-braces when installing the climber on a tree.
WARNING! You must secure the v-brace and diagonal braces by locking the rivets in the leveling slots and engaging the lock pins. If you
do not secure the v-brace to the diagonal braces, the treestand will not lock onto the tree. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
Figure 21
Disengage Lock Pin
Figure 23
Align Leveling Slots
With Rivet Lock
Figure 22
Lay V-Brace ON TOP of
Diagonal Supports With Rivet Locks
Figure 24
Slide V-Brace to Lock Rivet in Leveling
Slot
Figure 25
Engage Lock Pin
Your new stand is equipped with two (2) connector straps (refer to Figure 15).The purpose of these connector straps is to connect the standing
platform to the seating platform. During use, shall the standing platform inadvertently slip off the user’s feet, the connector strap will keep the
platform from slipping down the tree. Should the standing platform inadvertently slip-off your feet during use, retrieve it by simply pulling on the
connector strap. DO NOT modify or disconnect this connector strap for any reason.
WARNING! Connector straps have been factory installed for your safety. They are for the express purpose of connecting the standing
platform to the seating platform and MUST remain connected and buckled during operation of your SC-1 climbing treestand. DO NOT
modify or disconnect these connector straps for any reason. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious or death!
CONNECTOR STRAP OPERATION

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Your new stand is equipped with two (2) standing/seating platform ratchet straps.
These standing/seating platform ratchet straps are designed to stabilize your SC-1
treestand. They must be connected at all times when at hunting height. Once you
have reached your desired hunting height, these ratchet straps must be connected
and ratcheted tightly.
STEP 1: To install, once you have reached your desired hunting height, engage
the standing platform and seating platform ratchet straps by engaging the hook
portion of the ratchet straps with the receiver holes located on the toothed portion
of the v-brace as shown in Figure 26.
WARNING! Standing and seating platform ratchet straps have been included to help stabilize the TNT SC-1 self-climber treestand, by
True North Treestands Inc. They must be installed and tight after reaching hunting height! Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious or death!
WARNING! You must disengage thestanding and seating platform ratchet straps prior to attempting to climb down. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious or death!
STEP 2: Ratchet the straps tight as shown in Figure 27. Refer to Figure 28 for ratchet strap threading directions.
Figure 26
Install Hook Onto Receiver
Figure 27
Ratchet Tight
SC-1 STANDING/SEATING PLATFORM RATCHET STRAPS
Figure 29
Remove Diagonal Support
Nuts
Figure 31
Nest Standing Platform and Seat-
ing Platform Together
SC-1 FOLDING/CARRYING
Figure 30
Fold Diagonal Supports
Down
1
4
2
3
Figure 28
Ratchet Strap Threading
STEP 1: Remove the two (2) diagonal support nuts as shown in Figure 29. Fold the diagonal supports flat on both the standing and seating platforms
as shown in Figure 30.
STEP 2: Nest the standing and seating platforms together as shown in Figure 31. Using the seating and standing platform ratchet straps, ratchet the
two platforms together as shown in Figure 32.
Figure 32
Ratchet Platforms
Together

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STEP 2: Place the standing platform approximately 12” (30 cm) off the ground on the base of the tree. Locate the v-brace and install it onto the
diagonal support by laying the v-brace ON TOP of the diagonal supports with rivet locks as shown in Figure 33. Align the slots on the v-brace with the
rivet lock on the diagonal braces as shown in Figure 34. Slide the v-brace forward to lock the rivet and leveling slots together as shown in Figure 35.
STEP 3: Perform STEP 2 for both the standing and the seating platform. To secure the v-brace with leveling slots on the diagonal brace engage
the lock pin a shown in Figure 36. Refer to the section “Gradual Tree Narrowing” for more information on adjusting your standing and seating
platforms for use.
WARNING! You must secure the v-brace and diagonal braces by locking the rivets in the leveling slots and engaging the lock pins. If you do not secure
the v-brace to the diagonal braces, the treestand will not lock onto the tree. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s) you must take a moment and become familiar
with it’s setup and installation at ground level. You must practice installing, setting-up and using this 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 True
North Treestands Inc. product(s) setup, installation and use at ground-level - you’re now ready to use it at heights above ground-level.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! STOP NOW!!!!! Make surethat you are wearing your full-body fall-arrest harness! Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Never attempt to hunt from anunlevel standing and/or seating platform. Additionally, NEVER attempt to level your standing
and/or seating platform at heights above theground. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! If you find that your platform(s) is unlevel, canted, angled awkwardly upward or downward, you must select another tree to
install your treestand! Never attempt to hunt out of an unlevel treestand! Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury
or death!
STEP 1: Select a straight, healthy tree between 9-inches (23 cm) to 19-inches (48cm) in diameter.
WARNING! This True North Treestands Inc. treestand is designed for climbing trees with a minimum diameter of 9-inches (23 cm) and a
maximum diameter of 19-inches (48 cm). Attempting to climb trees outside of this range puts the user at serious risk of bodily injury or
death. Failure to follow these instructions will result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Care must be taken to ensure that the v-braces are engaged and locked on the diagonal supports. Once the v-
braces have been installed and locked in place with the locking pins, gentle pressure should be applied to both the standing
platform as well as the seating platform
prior to climbing onto the treestand to ensure that the v-braces are secured. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious or death!
INSTALLING TNT SC-1
Figure 33
Lay V-Brace ON TOP of
Diagonal Supports With Rivet Locks
Figure 34
Align Leveling Slots
With Rivet Lock
Figure 36
Engage Lock Pin
Figure 35
Slide V-Brace Forward
to Lock Rivet in Leveling Slot

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GRADUAL TREE NARROWING
To properly setup your True North Treestands Inc. treestand you must take into consideration the gradual
narrowing of the tree. To compensate for this gradual narrowing, you must tilt both the standing and
seating platforms in a slightly upward direction to compensate for this narrowing as shown in Figure 37.
If care is not taken to setup the treestand in this manner at ground-level, once you reach your desired
climbing height, your stand will be canted at an awkward, unusable and unsafe angle.
WARNING! Never attempt to hunt from an unlevel standing and/or seating platform. Additionally,
NEVER attempt to level your standing and/or seating platform at heights above the ground. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! If you find that your platform(s) is unlevel, canted, angled awkwardly upward
or downward, you must select another tree to install your treestand! Never attempt to hunt
out of an unlevel treestand! Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death!
STEP 7: When installing your True North Treestands Inc. treestand to the tree you must take
into consideration the gradual narrowing of the tree trunk as it grows from the forest floor. Tilt
your standing platform as shown in Figure 37 to compensate for the tree narrowing as you climb
higher.
Figure 37
Consider Gradual Tree Narrowing When
Placing Stand
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other True North Treestands, Inc. product(s) you must take a moment and become familiar
with it’s setup and installation at ground level. You must practice installing, setting-up and using this 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 True
North Treestands, Inc. product(s) setup, installation and use at ground-level, you’re now ready to use it at heights above ground-level.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! When hunting from a treestand falls can occur any time after leaving the ground causing injury or death. Always wear your
full-body 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 as they put the user at serious risk of injury or death. If you are not wearing your full-body harness properly attached to
the tree that is protecting you from a fall, do not leave the ground. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
ASCENDING (CLIMBING UP) THE TREE
Figure 38
Rotate Seating Platform
Figure 39
Step Onto Standing Platform
Figure 40
Rotate Seating Platform
WARNING! Never attempt to hunt from an unlevel standing and/or seating platform. Additionally, NEVER attempt to level your standing
and/or seating platform at heights above the ground. 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 in your possession. ALWAYS unload your weapon and
pull it up to hunting height using a tether or 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!

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STEP 1: With your True North Treestands Inc. treestand installed as previously outlined, and compensating for the narrowing of the tree as it grows
upward, rotate the seating platform approximately 45 degrees away from the standing platform as shown in Figure 38. Place the seating platform
as close to the standing platform as possible as shown in Figure 38.
STEP 2: Gently step up onto the standing platform as shown in Figure 39.
STEP 3: Step over and into the seating platform while rotating it under you as shown in Figure 40 and 41. Keep the seating platform as low as
possible while rotating it.
WARNING! STOP NOW!!!!! Make sure that you are wearing your full-body fall-arrest harness and it is attached to the tree as per this
Instruction Manual! Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
Figure 41
Step Over and Into Seating Platform
Figure 42
Raise Seating Platform
Figure 44
Raise Standing Platform
Figure 45
Raise Seating Platform
Figure 43
Slip Boots Under Diagonal Supports

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DESCENDING (CLIMBING DOWN) THE TREE
WARNING! STOP NOW!!!!! Make sure that you are wearing your full-body fall-arrest
harness and it is attached to the tree as per this Instruction Manual! 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 in
your possession. ALWAYS unload your weapon and pull it up to hunting height using
a tether or 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!
STEP 1: Disconnect the standing/seating
platform ratchet straps.
STEP 2: While comfortably seated, slip your
boots under the diagonal supports as shown
in Figure 46.
STEP 3: Reposition your full-body fall ar-
rest lanyard down the tree (you will move
it down each time you lower the seating
platform).
STEP 4: While seated, lower the standing
platform by disengaging it from the tree
using your feet and lifting your knees as
shown in Figure 47.
Figure 47
Lower Standing Platform
Figure 48
Lower Seating Platform
Figure 46
Slip Boots Under Diagonal Supports
STEP 4: While standing inside the seating platform, and firmly on the standing platform, lift the seating platform to a comfortable position as
shown in Figure 42. With the seating platform at a comfortable seating height sit down on the padded rail.
STEP 5: Slip your boots under the diagonal supports as shown in Figure 43.
STEP 6: While seated as shown in Figure 44, raise the standing platform by lifting your knees as shown in Figure 44.
STEP 7: Raise the standing platform a comfortable distance and then re-engage it on the tree trunk by pushing downward on the standing platform
with your feet. Once the standing platform has been re-engaged, while holding the seating platform as shown in Figure 45, stand back up on the
standing platform. Once standing, lift the seating platform and move it a comfortable distance up the tree trunk as shown in Figure 45. NOTE: It
should be positioned so you can easily sit back down onto the net seat. Re-engage the seating platform by sitting back down on the padded rail.
STEP 8: Repeat STEPS 6-8 until you have reached your desired climbing height. Remember to move your harness lanyard up the tree as you climb.
STEP 9: Refer to the section “Standing/Seating Platform Ratchet Straps” for installation instructions for securing the platforms using these ratchet
straps.
WARNING! Standing/seating platform ratchet straps have been included to help stabilize this True North Treestands Inc. SC-1 treestand.
They must be engaged after reaching hunting height! Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious or death!
WARNING! You must disengage the standing/seating platform ratchet straps prior to attempting to climb down. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious or death!

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WARRANTY APPLICATION CARD
I have read and understand the safety, assembly and operating instructions provided with my True North Treestands Inc.
treestand. I fully understand the importance of using the full-body fall arrest safety harness which meets or exceeds industry
standards recognized by the TMA, and realize that if I choose not to use the full-body fall arrest safety harness I am putting
myself at an increased risk of injury should an accident occur while I am utilizing this True North Treestands Inc. product(s). I
have read the warranty information and know that I can call True North Treestands Inc. at [phone] or email at info@
hunttnt.com with any questions or concerns that I may have about this or any other True North Treestands Inc. product(s).
NAME
ADDRESS
CITY/STATE/ZIP
PURCHASE DATE
PRODUCT
PURCHASED WHERE
Mail this warranty card to:
True North Treestands Inc.
4338 Innes Rd. Unit 57
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K4A 3W3
Your new True North Treestands Inc. treestand is factory finished with a powder coating that guarantees years of trouble-free service. It is recom-
mended that you store your treestand out of direct sunlight and out of any other harsh environmental condition(s) that may adversely affect its
performance.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE/WARRANTY
IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION
True North Treestands Inc., extends the following limited warranty for the TNT line of treestand products, bought from an authorized dealer (as published
on the company website) pursuant to an authorized sale. The limited warranty is provided for the period of one year, from the date of purchase from an
authorized dealer. The warranty is limited to products that have defect(s) in material and workmanship that arise under proper use and storage of the product.
Proof of purchase from an authorized dealer plus the return of your warranty application card to our home ofce, address provided below, is required for all
warranty claims. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, True North Treestands Inc., at its own discretion, shall have as
only obligation and your exclusive remedy, to replace or repair of any defective parts. To obtain warranty service, please contact True North Treestands Inc.,
at 1-855-486-8868 (HUNT TNT). Exclusions to this warranty include unauthorized sales and defects in seat, paint, plastics, webbing and/or defects caused
by operator misuse and/or abuse. Limitation of liability include the forgoing warranty is made in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied and True
North Treestands Inc. disclaims any implied warranty of merchantability and tness for particular purpose.
STEP 5: Re-engage the standing platform by pushing down on the standing platform with your feet. Once the standing platform has been re-engaged,
while holding the seating platform as shown in Figure 48, stand back up on the standing platform. Once standing, lower the seating platform and
move it a comfortable distance down the tree trunk as shown in Figure 48. NOTE: It should be positioned so you can easily sit back down onto
the padded rail. Re-engage the seating platform by sitting back down on the padded rail.
STEP 6: Repeat STEPS 4-6 until you have safely returned to the ground. Remember to move your full-body fall arrest harness tether as you descend.
STEP 7: Once back at ground level, slip your feet out from under the diagonal supports and gently step off the treestand and onto the ground.

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