MLS2300 The Partner
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1. INSTRUCTION MANUAL The Partner Model MLS2300 ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE PLEASE NOTE THAT A 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 product s read and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in this Manual prior to attempting to use this product s or any other product s Failure to comply with these instructions and or warnings may result in serious personal injury or death PO Box 454 Windom MN 56101 844 745 7723 507 832 8322 www GoMuddy com This Instruction Manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems February 2015 Published by Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC Windom Minnesota 2015 Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC All rights reserved ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE LADDERSTAND USAGE INSTRUCTIONS amp WARNINGS MLS2300 THE PARTNER MAX OCCUPANCY Two 2 CARRYING CAPAC2. STEP 4 Attach the foot platforms left seat brace and right seat brace to mainframes supports using 8 1 4 x 2 1 2 hex bolts E 16 nylon washers and 8 1 4 nylock nuts NOTE Both foot platforms are identical Fig 4 Right Seat Brace FIG 4 Left Seat Platform Under Support Gusset 6 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE STEP 5 Using 4 1 4 x 2 1 2 hex bolts E 8 nylon washers and 4 1 4 nylock nuts to secure attach the left right side seat supports to the foot platforms Then attach the left amp right seat braces to the side seat supports using 2 1 4 x 1 3 4 hex bolts C 4 nylon washers and 2 1 4 nylock nuts Fig 5 FIG 5 Right Side Seat Support Left Side Seat Support Foot Platform Left Seat Brace STEP 7 Using 2 1 4 x 1 1 4 hex bolts A 4 nylon washers 2 nylon spacers and 2 1 4 nylock nuts attach the seat assembly to the seat supports Complete attaching the seat assembly to the side seat supports using 4 1 4 x 1 3 4 hex bolts C 8 nylon washers and 4
3. A TREE TO SUPPORT ANY PORTION OF YOUR UP15 0148 Under Support Gusset 2 WEIGHT OR AS A HAND HOLD Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death UP15 0307 Left Seat Brace 1 A WARNING Never attempt to hunt from an unlevel treestand Additionally never UP15 0308 Right Seat Brace 1 attempt to level your treestand at heights above the ground If you find that your UP15 0149 Seat Support 2 treestand is unlevel canted angled awkwardly upward or downward or in any UP15 0150 Top Ladder Step 1 configuration other than level immediately climb down to ground level and readjust your treestand as necessary to alleviate this awkward angle Failure to UP15 0151 Seat Bar 2 follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death UP15 0152 Seat Assembly 1 WARNING Never attempt to either climb up or climb down with a weapon in UP15 0153 Cover 93 1 your possession ALWAYS unload your weapon and pull it up to hunting height ii using a tether or pull up rope ALWAYS lower your unloaded weapon down to UPIS 0154 Foam Padding93 the ground prior to attempting to climb down Failure to follow these instructions UP13 0070 Support Bar Tree Piece 1 may result in serious injury or death UP15 0333 Support Bar Ladder Piece 1 We are very serious about your personal safety A full body fall arrest harness has UP15 0008 Full Body Harness A430 2 been included with this product for your use The full body fall arrest harness which meets
4. 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 MUDDY FOR FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE SHALL YOU EXPERIENCE A FALL OR SHALL IT EXCEED THE THREE 3 YEAR SERVICE PERIOD A WARNING Prior to attempting to use this or any other Muddy product s you must take a moment and become familiar with its assembly setup installation use and removal 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 assembly setup installation 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 A 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 c
5. It is important to become familiar with the guidelines below and practice your recovery plan at ground level Failure to read understand and follow these steps may result in serious injury or death A WARNING 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 Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A 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 these instructions may result in serious injury or death STEP 1 After a fall take a moment to catch your breath and stay calm DO NOT PANIC 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
6. TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY SUBJECT YOU TO PERSONAL LIABILITY PENALTIES AS DETERMINED BY THE U S JUDICIAL SYSTEM A WARNING Practice the use of your Muddy 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 A 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 A WARNING If your hunting location is unknown by anyone and communication efforts are unsuccessful you must have a personal plan for self recovery escape shall 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 fitness 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 b
7. points of contact as you ascend climb Fig 5 page 10 up and while descending climb down Failure to maintain three points of contact puts the user at serious risk of bodily injury Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING The platform ratchet strap s stabilizer straps and adjustable support bar s have all been included with your new ladderstand to ensure its solid attachment to the tree All three of these safety devices must be installed as outlined in this Instruction Manual Failure to install these safety devices as outlined in this Instruction Manual may result in serious injury or death STEP 8 You are now ready to use your ladderstand READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT 11 This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS USAGE INSTRUCTIONS amp WARNINGS A 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
8. the tree Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING DO NOT attempt to use this or any other Muddy 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 Muddy product s when thunderstorms are threatening and or present within five 5 miles 8 km Do not attempt to use this or any other product s when any other adverse weather condition s 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 Muddy product s in a safe manner as described in this Instruction Manual Shall inclement weather conditions arise during your use of this Muddy product s return to the ground immediately and seek proper man made shelter Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A 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 A W
9. wear the factory provided full body fall arrest harness UP15 0137 Top Ladder Section 1 included with this product at all times during use of this product Failure to follow UP15 0138 Middle Ladder Section 1 these instructions may result in serious injury or death UP15 0139 Bottom Ladder Section 1 A WARNING Never climb install or use a treestand with a single safety belt or chest latf harness These devices have been deemed unsafe for use in climbing apparatus UP15 0140 Foot Platform 2 applications and may endanger your personal safety Use only the factory UP15 0141 Mainframe Support 2 provided full body fall arrest harness which meets TMA standards or a similar full UP15 0142 Rear Support Hoop 1 body fall arrest harness which is compliant with TMA guidelines Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death UP15 0143 Right Shooting Rail Piece 1 2 f g _ A WARNING DONOT use this or any other Muddy product s to climb utility poles UP15 0144 Left Shooting Rail Piece 1 telephone poles structural columns or any other man made structures Never use UP15 0145 Main Shooting Rail Piece 1 this or any other Muddy product s around power generation e g transformers z i generators substations etc and or power transmission equipment Never use a UP15 0146 Right Side Seat Support i treestand on a dead leaning diseased or loose barked tree NEVER USE A TREE UP15 0147 Left Side Seat Support 1 BRANC H OR ANY PORTION OF
10. x 1 1 4 hex bolts A and 2 1 4 nylock nuts Then attach the shooting rail to the side supports using 2 1 4 x 1 1 2 hex bolts B 6 nylon washers and 2 1 4 nylock nuts to secure Fig 8 Right Side Seat Support Left Shooting Rail Piece Main Shooting Rail Piece Right Shooting Rail Piece STEP 11 Assemble adjustable support bar by sliding Part A into the Part B NOTE The 1 4 x 1 3 4 Hex Bolt C and a 1 4 wing nut will be used to set the desired length of the adjustable support bar Fig 10 FIG 10 STEP 9 SECURELY TIGHTEN EVERY NUT AND BOLT AT THIS TIME STEP 10 Attach the shooting rail foam and cover to the shooting rail using velcro to secure Fig 9 Shooting Rail Cover Shooting Rail Foam STEP 12 Attach support bar to ladder using remaining 1 4 x 1 3 4 Hex Bolt C and 1 4 wing nut Fig 11 NOTE These figures relate to Step 5 of the Installation Instructions from page 10 Middle Ladder Section 8 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT 9 This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Stand
11. 1 4 nylock nuts to secure Fig 7 FIG 7 Seat Support embly p a F Right Seat Rest ic Already Installed Left Seat Rest Middle Seat Rest Seat Bars STEP 6 Next attach the seat supports to the inside of the side seat supports using 2 1 4 x 2 hex bolts D 6 nylon washers and 2 1 4 nylock nuts Fig 6 Right Side Seat Support Right Seat Left Seat Support Support 2 SK Ne Left Side Seat Support A warnine A footrest armrests rear frame support backrest and shooting rail have been provided for support and or comfort and is not designed to carry the full weight of the user Never place more than 15 Ibs 7 kg on these structures Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death C mae Right Side f Seat Support eft Side Spacer eat Support gt Right Seat Support Left Seat Support READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE STEP 8 Connect the left amp right shooting rail pieces to the main shooting rail piece using 2 1 4
12. ARNING 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 Muddy at 844 745 7723 or www GoMuddy com please have the batch serial number ready find your batch number ona riveted metal tag affixed to your product before calling to better assist you Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A 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 A 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 A WARNING DO NOT stand on the treestand seat Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING These Muddy product s were designed for installation on trees with a minimum diameter of nine 9 inches 23 cm and a m
13. ITY USER S AND EQUIPMENT 500 Ibs 227 kg AWARNING This Muddy product carries strict weight restrictions DO NOT use this product if you exceed these total weight limitations Please note that these weight limitations include the user s and their equipment Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A Treestand Safety It s Up To You dvd has been included Please view it in its entirety prior to using this product Thank you for your purchase of this quality Muddy product To ensure your personal safety please take a moment to carefully read this Instruction Manual in its entirety before attempting to set up install remove and or otherwise use this Muddy product s Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death Shall you have any questions about the installation removal and or use of this product or any other Muddy product s do not hesitate to call one of our customer service representatives toll free at 844 745 7723 or visit us online at www GoMuddy com Our customer service representatives will answer any questions you may have about any of the complete line of Muddy products Do not return this product to the retailer if you have any damaged or missing parts Call Muddy for replacement of any damaged or missing parts toll free at 844 745 7723 Please have the batch serial number ready find your batch number on a riveted metal tag affixed to
14. Muddy products are intended for hunting and hunting only Muddy products are in all events not suitable and are not authorized for use in any situations that might pose potentially injurious to life and health other than those situations that the products are intended for This warranty is not assignable or transferable No Other Warranties EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH IN THE WARRANTY CARD SUPPLIED WITH MUDDY AND INSTRUCTION SHEETS ARE PROVIDED AS IS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED AND DO NOT APPLY THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HERE OF Except as required by law no representative agent or employee of Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC is authorized to make warranties representations or obligations inconsistent with or in addition to those set forth in this limited warranty No Damages In no event will Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from breach of warranty or under any other legal theory even if advised of the possibility of such damages In no event will Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC be liable for sums in excess of the purchase price of the product Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC is thus not liable for lost profi
15. TANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC warrants all Muddy treestands or climbing system products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve months from the original date of retail purchase Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC warrants the enclosed hardware where applicable is delivered to be free from physical defects for a period of twelve months from the original date of retail purchase Repair Procedures Exclusive Remedy Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC will at its option repair or replace products not conforming to this limited warranty at no charge THIS IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AVAILABLE FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY WITH RESPECT TO MUDDY PRODUCTS If you find a product to be defective contact the customer service department at 844 745 7723 When you receive authorization return the product as directed at your expense Product repairs not covered by warranty and product updates will be provided at a set rate Limitations This warranty is void if the product is damaged by improper or abnormal use or by accident if the product is altered or modified in any way other than those directed by official Muddy instructions or if any attempt is made to repair the product without authorization from Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC It is solely the purchaser s responsibility to determine the suitability of these products for each particular application
16. ard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE FIELD INSTALLATION LADDERSTANDS A WARNING DO NOT attempt to install this product on a tree that is not straight healthy and devoid of dead branches limbs vines or anything that might interfere with installation DO NOT attempt to install this treestand on a tree that is leaning diseased crooked has loose bark or does not meet the minimum installation diameter of nine 9 inches 23 cm and a maximum diameter of 20 inches 51 cm at treestand installation height i e seat height Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or death STEP 1 Select a straight healthy tree one devoid of dead branches or loose STEP 5 Attach the adjustable support bar to the ladderstand NOTE The bark DO NOT attempt to install this product on a tree that is not healthy support bar shall be attached to receivers on the middle ladder section Adjust the length so that the tree piece fits snugly to the tree providing STEP 2 Assemble ladder rigid support to the ladder insert snap pin or bolt cap to secure Once sections to the main section you have set the adjustable support bar use the rope to secure it to the Note All ladder sections will tree See page 10 be assembled with the male
17. aximum diameter of 20 inches 51 cm at treestand installation height i e seat height DO NOT use your Muddy product s on trees with trunk diameters that do not meet this minimum maximum diameter requirement Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING A minimum of three 3 adults is required to install and or remove a ladderstand Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING The criss cross straps and stabilization devices must be attached and tightened before attempting to climb to the seating standing platforms Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING When installing a ladderstand always apply weight on the first rung to set the ladder firmly into the ground Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING Check the ground under ladderstands and climbing systems to make sure it is firm and level Sloping ground or uneven surfaces e g one side on a rock can cause the ladder to tilt or shift off the tree as you climb Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING ALWAYS maintain three point contact when climbing up down a tree when using climbing aids and or ladderstands Proper three point contact means having either two feet with one hand or one foot with two hands on the step portion of the climbing aids at all times
18. ble to complete this Step DO NOT USE THIS FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS You may need to purchase and use a larger specialty sized full body fall arrest harness that complies with TMA standards Slot A FIG4 Slot B Three Bar Right Buckle Leg Strap Rig hn Leg Strap shoulder strap YACINOHS 1431 Pull tight to secure READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT 13 This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE A WARNING It may be necessary to purchase an aftermarket full body fall arrest harness which meets or exceeds TMA standards shall the Muddy full body fall arrest harness provided with this Muddy product not be sufficiently large enough Never exceed the weight capacity of this product s Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death STEP 5 If necessary to use a climbing belt for the field installation of your treestand as per the specific FIG9 Instructions for your specific treestand model feed the climbing belt through one of the waist loops and wrap the free end around the tree Then feed opposite end through the opposite waist loop and use
19. cluded 4 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE HARDWARE LIST It is recommended to make sure you have all parts and hardware prior to assembly Part Description Qty Part Description UP77 0018 A 1 4 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt i 4 UP77 0009 Nylon Spacer 7O UP77 0019 B 1 4 x 1 1 2 Hex Bolt 10 cr 1 UP77 0030 Nylon Washer UP77 0021 C 1 4 x 1 3 4 Hex Bolt 10 Qty 2 Already Installed Qty 2 Already Installed O UP77 0023 D 1 4 x 2 Hex Bolt 2 UP77 0025 E 1 4 x 2 1 2 Hex Bolt 16 To adjust seat tension UP77 0026 F 1 4 x 2 3 4 Hex Bolt 2 UP77 0138 Seat Tension Bolt 2 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS Any number of innovative accessories are available and sold separately to compliment your new Muddy product s Only genuine authorized accessories shall be used with Muddy STORAGE AND CARE OF YOUR STAND product s Genuine Muddy replacement parts are also available Your new treestand is factory finished with a state of the art online or via telephone Shall you require parts or service or if powder coating that guarantees years o
20. complies with TMA standards 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 STEP 1 Identify the main parts of the full body fall arrest harness Fig 1 Hold the full body fall arrest harness by the tether loop insuring the harness is upright and leg straps are hanging down Straighten any parts that have become twisted Right Leg Strap STEP 2 Insert arms through each Shoulder strap Fig 2 shoulder strap shoulder strap RIGHT SHOULDER YaC1NOHS 1437 Tether Feed the left leg strap between legs shoulder and thread strap through the bottom left waist loop Repeat with the right leg strap feeding between legs and through right waist loop Fig 3 RIGHT SHOULDER Leg Strap Leg Strap STEP 4 Secure the two leg straps by threading the three bar buckle Fig 4 Tighten the leg straps snuggly DO NOT over tighten as this will cut off the circulation to your legs The Muddy full body fall arrest harness shall look like the one depicted in Figure 6 when donned correctly A WARNING It is very important to complete this Step of the assembly An improperly secured buckle may cause full body fall arrest harness failure resulting in serious injury or death If there is not enough strap availa
21. end facing upward and all female ends sleeves facing downward Fig 1 After assembling the ladder secure using 4 1 4 x 1 1 2 hex bolts B 4 nylon washers and 4 1 4 nylock nuts in every joint to secure STEP 6 When the ladderstand is FIG 2 x level and the adjustable support Rear Frame Support bar is secure untie the stabilizer straps from the ladder section Criss cross stabilizer straps behind the tree trunk pulling them snug Then secure each stabilizer strap by tying several firm knots around a middle STEP 3 Attach the 2 stabilizer straps to each side of the rear frame support near the bark biters Secure stabilizer straps by wrapping stabilizer straps around rear frame support and pulling through its looped end Fig 2 Then firmly tie stabilizer straps Seton Adae rung MOTE TIE to a lower level ladder rung Stabilizer T the stabilizer straps as high as Strap you can reach while standing safely on the ground Fig 4 NOTE Do not attempt to install your ladderstand without the stabilizer straps firmly Raising the Ladderstand tied to the ladder Into Installation Position STEP 4 Place the ladderstand flat on the ground in front of the tree with the bottom ladder section approximately two 2 feet away from the base of the trunk Then with at least three 3 adults gently raise the ladderstand to a vertical posit
22. est 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 12 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING READ THESE MUDDY FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW ALLTHE 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 SHALL YOU EXPERIENCE A FALL WHILE WEARING IT A WARNING Use the Muddy full body fall arrest harness provided with this product or a harness that
23. f trouble free service you just have a question about this or any other product s It is recommended that you store your treestand out of direct simply give one of our customer service representatives a call sunlight and out of any other harsh environmental condition s toll free at 844 745 7723 or visit www GoMuddy com that may adversely affect its performance READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT 5 This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE A WARNING Read the WEIGHT RESTRICTION WARNING USAGE INSTRUCTIONS amp WARNINGS and FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS USAGE INSTRUCTIONS amp WARNINGS on pages 3 15 prior to assembly of this product Failure to follow the instructions on this page and pages 3 15 may result in serious injury or death A WARNING DO NOT over tighten the hardware Over tightening 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 Refer to pages 22 28 Field Installation Ladderstands for installation instructions NOTE Steps 1 8 require you to temporarily finger tighten nuts to ensure p
24. ind your batch number on a riveted metal tag affixed to your product before calling to better assist you 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 Muddy ALWAYS USE GENUINE FACTORY AUTHORIZED MUDDY REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE MUDDY PARTS VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH A WARNING Prior to each hunt make sure that you have a signaling device e g mobile phone radio whistle signal flare or Personal Locator Device PLD in your possession and in an operable condition This device must be within easy access shall you experience the need to contact emergency assistance Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING ALWAYS inspect check ALL expiration dates tags on all straps e g tree belt tether lanyard etc and the full body fall arrest harness and its components prior to each use You must replace ALL straps and suspension seats EVERY three years 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 A WARNING Make certain all chains cable straps etc are tightened per this Instruction Manual prior to use All treestand bark biters must be in contact with the tree before
25. ion allowing the bark biters to come into direct contact with the tree Once elevated completely carefully pull the base away from the tree until the sitting amp standing platforms are parallel to the ground Fig 3 You must have two 2 other adults hold each side of the ladder portion of the ladderstand while anyone is climbing to secure the platform A WARNING You must have two 2 other adults hold each side of the ladder portion of the ladderstand while anyone is climbing to secure the platform Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death Note Seating Standing Platform must be parallel to ground 10 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE A WARNING The two 2 stabilizer straps must be attached and tightened prior to climbing to attach the platform s ratchet strap s Additionally the adjustable support bar s and the adjustable support bar s rope must be installed where included prior to climbing to install the platform s ratchet s straps Failure to follow these instructions may result i
26. ist that you replace the part prior to using the stand Improper or incorrectly performed maintenance or repair including the use of unauthorized replacement parts will void all warranties Replacement parts may be ordered on our website at www GoMuddy com or by calling our customer service department at 844 745 7723 OWNER S RECORD Product Name Model Number Serial Batch number Find your Batch number on a riveted metal tag affixed to your product Purchased From Purchased Date YOU MUST RETURN THE COMPLETED REGISTRATION CARD ABOVE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE PURCHASE IN ORDERTO ACTIVATE THE LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE Make sure to include date purchased on the card Serial Batch Number Owner s Name Street Address City State Zip Code E mail Address Phone Owner s Age optional Gender optional M F Date Purchased Purchased From Dealer Name How did you hear about us ___Catalog ___Webpage ___Friend ___ Magazine Other Please Explain Are you a Bow Hunter Gun Hunter Both Treestand Preference Fixed Position Climbing Ladderstand Will you use the full body fall arrest harness provided or a different brand If different which brand amp model PLEASE REGISTER TO ACTIVATE YOUR PRODUCT S WARRANTY
27. n Manual Additionally do not use this or any other Muddy 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 Muddy 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 A WARNING DO NOT leave your Muddy 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 Muddy 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 A WARNING Strict weight limitations have been set for each product s to ensure your personal safety Note the weight limitations and maximum occupancy for your Muddy product s 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
28. n serious injury or death A WARNING Prior to climbing make sure that all the ladder sections are firmly connected with the proper hardware snap pins in place Make sure none of the sections have become separated If they are do not climb the ladder With the help of two other adults lower the stand back down to the ground and reattach the ladder rungs and reinstall the hardware in the manner previously described Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING Prior to attempting to climb a ladder stand for the first time make certain the feet of the bottom rung ladder section are firmly planted on solid level ground If they are not firmly planted on level ground DO NOT climb the ladder With the help of two 2 other adults lower the stand and find a suitable location to safely install the ladder stand Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING Before attempting to climb the ladderstand bounce on the bottom ladder section to set the ladder into the ground before attempting to climb the ladderstand Once the ladderstand has been set re check the stabilizer straps making sure they are tight and the adjustable support bar is level and firmly and tightly installed Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING Always lean forward while climbing and securely attach your full body fall arrest harness tree belt to the tree p
29. onnected at all times after leaving the ground while using fixed 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 A 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 shall you experience a fall while hunting Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A 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 A WARNING Shall you experience a fall there is time to make a c
30. or exceeds TMA standards has been designed to keep you from UP10 0027 Ratchet Strap 2 experiencing a fall UP10 0182 Rope 1 READ THE FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS SECTION PAGES 12 15 UP10 0183 Stabilizer Strap 2 CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS YOUR FULL BODY FALL UP10 0169 1 Tube PI 7 ARREST HARNESS AND ITS COMPONENTS I E LANYARD TETHER TREE BELT UDE TMg CLIMBING BELT SUSPENSION RELIEF DEVICE IS DESIGNED FOR A MAXIMUM UP15 0304 Treestand Safety DVD 1 CAPACITY USER AND EQUIPMENT OF 300 POUNDS 136 KG ADDITIONALLY UP15 0380 Instruction Manual 1 YOUR FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS AND IT COMPONENTS MUST BE REPLACED AFTER THREE 3 YEARS OF SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT MUDDY FOR FULL BODY FALL ARREST HARNESS REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE SHALL YOU EXPERIENCE A FALL OR SHALL IT EXCEED THE THREE 3 YEAR SERVICE PERIOD A WARNING These ladderstands were designed to be used on trees with a SPECS MINIMUM DIAMETER OF 9 INCHES 23 CM AND A MAXIMUM DIAMETER OF 20 INCHES 51 CM AT TREESTAND INSTALLATION HEIGHT I E SEATING PLATFORM HEIGHT DO NOT attempt to install on trees with smaller or larger diameters Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death Minimum Maximum Tree Diameter 9 min and 20 max at installation height i e seating platform height Maximum Occupancy TWO 2 Max Weight Capacity User and Equipment 500 Ibs 227 kg 7 TOOLS REQUIRED f Adjustable Wrench Qty 2 Not In
31. orrect decision on what action needs to take place It is important to remember DO NOT PANIC Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A 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 A WARNING FALLS FROM A TREESTAND CAN OCCUR ANYTIME AFTER LEAVING THE GROUND THESE FALLS COULD 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 REMOVE AND OR OTHERWISE USE THIS MUDDY PRODUCT S AT LEAST ANNUALLY REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND WATCH THE TREESTAND SAFETY IT S UP TO YOU DVD ADDITIONALLY KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION THAT YOU OWN THIS MUDDY PRODUCT FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH A WARNING THE SAFE USE AND OPERATION OF THIS MUDDY 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
32. rest armrests backrests and or shooting rail Neither the footrest armrests backrests nor the shooting rail have been designed to support the users weight Under no circumstances shall you place any more than fifteen 15 pounds 7 kg 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 A WARNING DO NOT modify fix repair alter bend cut weld drill or heat the treestand in any way Additionally 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 2 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE A 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 firearms the chamber must be open and the ba
33. rior to securing the platform to the tree and stepping onto the platform Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death STEP 7 CRITICAL STEP After installing the adjustable support bar and STEP 9 Then ratchet handle back and forth to tighten straps a stabilizer straps it is now time to attach the RATCHET STRAP S to the minimum of two 2 wraps around the ratchet reel is required Fig 8 top section of your ladderstand Thread strap through slot in the center of the ratchet reel Fig 6 FIG 8 FIG 6 2X Min STEP 10 After strap is tight close handle to the lock position STEP 8 Remove slack from strap by pulling loose end as tightly as possible Fig 7 STEP 11 To remove tension pull spring loaded retaining lock and open FIG 7 ratchet completely then manually pull strap to loosen Fig 9 FIG 9 Note Ratchet straps are attached at the contact point A WARNING When climbing to secure the ratchet strap s on the platform s it is important from the stand to the tree Hook one end of the ratchet to lean forward when climbing to keep the stand centered and secure to the tree trunk DO strap onto the rear frame support near the bark biters NOT lean backwards when climbing Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious wrap around tree trunk and connect to opposite side injury or death Carefully tighten the VITAL RATCHET STRAP securely A WARNING When climbing always maintain three
34. roper alignment All bolts should be installed from the inside with nylock nuts on the outside Mainframe Supports STEP 1 Attach the top ladder step to the top ladder section using 2 1 4 x 1 1 2 hex bolts B 2 nylon washers and 2 1 4 nylock nuts Next attach the mainframe supports to the top ladder step using 2 1 4 x 1 1 2 hex bolts B 2 nylon washers and 2 1 4 nylock nuts to secure Fig 1 Top Ladder Section STEP 2 Next attach the rear support hoop to the mainframe supports using 2 1 4 x 2 3 4 hex bolts F 6 nylon washers and 2 1 4 nylock nuts using rear most holes provided Fig 2 Rear Support FIG 2 Mainframe Supports WARNING A footrest armrests rear frame support backrest and shooting rail have been provided for support and or comfort and is not designed to carry the full weight of the user Never place more than 15 Ibs 7 kg on these structures Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death STEP 3 Attach the under support gussets to the mainframe supports and to the top ladder section using 4 1 4 x 2 1 2 E 8 nylon washers and 4 1 4 nylock nuts NOTE The under support gussets should be attached on the inside of the mainframe supports Mainframe Supports Under Support Gusset PL eos N Under Support S Sy Gusset N Top Ladder Section
35. rrel 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 A 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 corrosion cracks deterioration and or any other type of defect s Make certain that your treestand is tight and secure prior to use Protect this product s 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 s Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A 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 Awarnine DO NOT use this or any other Muddy 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 Instructio
36. three bar buckle method described in Fig 4 to secure Fig 5 STEP 9 Pull on tree belt to secure and test to make sure sliding mechanism engages creating secure tree belt placement Fig 9 STEP 6 Once you have reached your desired height insert the tree belt through the loop of the tether Fig 6 STEP 7 Then carefully wrap the tree belt around the tree at a height that allows just enough slack for you to sit comfortably in your stand Keeping the tether as short as possible limits the distance you will travel in the unlikely event you shall experience a fall tether ein STEP 8 To secure the tree belt insert the free end up through Sitting Seating 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 FIGS J Tree Belt i wii a 14 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE STEPS TO FOLLOW IF A FALL WERE TO OCCUR Although no one plans to fall from their treestand falls can and do occur without warning
37. to ground level If you are not able to reach your stand remain calm and continue to stand in the SRD loop until help arrives Fig 4 STEP 2 Pull on the SRD strap located on the front side of your full body fall arrest harness Fig 1 FIG 4 STEP 3 Adjust the SRD strap so that you are able to step into the loop and then stand up relieving the pressure on your lower extremities The loop size can be adjusted by moving the buckle up or down Fig 2 and 3 FIG 2 FIG 3 STEP 5 Use your personal locating device or cell phone to call for help NOTE 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 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT 15 This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE S
38. ts or goodwill downtime damage or destruction of items or equipment used with or in conjunction with Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC personal injury or loss or any other damages General a This agreement is the entire agreement between you and Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC supersedes any prior or different agreements representations or proposals and may be changed only by written agreement with Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC b Waiver by any party of any default or breach of this agreement will not constitute a waiver of any subsequent default or breach of the same of different kind c The invalidity of any provision of this agreement shall not affect the validity of the other provisions hereof d This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota U S A Premier Outdoor Equipment LLC PO Box 454 Windom Minnesota 56101 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Although Muddy products are manufactured with the highest standards regular maintenance is required for the upkeep of your product Regular maintenance is the responsibility of the consumer we recommend that you replace all ratchet straps and stabilizer straps for your treestand cables and ALL Product Purchased To activate your product s warranty please mail in your registration card or submit it online at www GoMuddy com PRODUCT REGISTRATION Model hardware every three years If at anytime there is a defect with any part of your treestand we ins
39. ty It s Up To You DVD has been included with this treestand Please view it in its entirety prior to using this or any other Muddy product s Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death WARNING Prior to each hunt you must inform someone of your hunting location including the specific location of your treestand and the expected duration of your hunt Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING THE SAFE USE AND OPERATION OF THIS PRODUCT S 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 S WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND THE AFORE MENTIONED A TREESTAND SAFETY IT S UP TO YOU DVD FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH ADDITIONALLY FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION MAY SUBJECT YOU TO PERSONAL LIABILITY PENALTIES AS DETERMINED BY THE U S JUDICIAL SYSTEM Awarnine Donotremove modify and or omit any portion or otherwise mechanically modify this Muddy 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 Muddy toll free at 844 745 7723 for replacement of missing or defective parts please have the batch serial number ready f
40. when climbing up or down Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death A WARNING When installing ladderstands ALWAYS lean forward as you climb and attach your full body fall arrest harness tree belt to the tree trunk before securing the platform to the tree and stepping onto the platform Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death Shall 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 844 745 7723 or visit www GoMuddy com for more details and they will answer all questions you may have about any of the complete line of products Please have the batch serial number ready find your batch number ona riveted metal tag affixed to your product before calling to better assist you READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT 3 This instruction manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association s TMS 04 Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions and TMS 02 Standard Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest Systems ATTENTION WHEN YOU SEE A WARNING BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE PA RTS LIST Prior to using this stand you must also read and follow all Safety Warnings from pages 2 7 of this manual Part D ipti t side dl Qty A WARNING You must
41. you step onto the stand The correct adjustment and tightening of attachment hardware as outlined in each individual instructions is critical to the stable installation of the ladderstand s 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 A 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 A WARNING Prior to attempting to use this or any other Muddy product s you must take a moment and become familiar with its assembly setup installation use and removal You must practice installing setting up using and removal of 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 Muddy product s setup installation 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 A WARNING Several Muddy products are equipped with a foot
42. your product before calling to better assist you 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 s It is imperative that the operator s of this product or any other Muddy product s read and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in this Instruction Manual prior to attempting to use this Muddy product s or any other Muddy product s Failure to comply with these instructions and or warnings may result in serious personal injury or death A WARNING Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions contained in this Instruction Manual may result in serious injury or death A WARNING FALLS FROM A TREESTAND CAN OCCUR ANYTIME AFTER LEAVING THE GROUND THESE FALLS COULD 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 MUDDY PRODUCT S AT LEAST ANNUALLY REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND WATCH THE SAFE TREESTAND HUNTING DVD 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 A WARNING A Treestand Safe
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