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INSTRUCTIONS

You must read completely, understandand follow these warnings andinstructions (written and video)!Failure to follow these instructionsmay cause serious injury or death!

When hunting from a tree stand falls causing injury or death canoccur any time after you leave the ground!

For that reason always wear a fall arrest system (FAS) thatincludes a full body harness at all times after leaving the ground.You must stay connected to the tree at all times after leaving theground. Single safety belts and chest harnesses are not safe andare no longer allowed. You should never use these devices. If youare not wearing full body harness that is protecting you from a

fall, do not leave the ground! User needs to read andunderstand the harness instructions provided for theScout Model SFAS30SI-C that is included with thisproduct. You may visit: www.scout-inc.com foradditional visual instruction.

Read and understand all of the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions and use allsafety equipment provided. Make sure all straps and bolts are tightened according tothis instruction manual before you step onto the tree stand. All tree stand contactpoints must be in contact with the tree before using this product. Contact OutdoorsEndeavors if you have any questions. Failure to do so could result in serious injury ordeath!

Always have a mobile phone, radio, whistle, signal flare or personal locator device (PLD)with you at all times! Always inform someone of your hunting location, where your treestand will be located and the expected duration of the hunt!

Do not use any tree stand unless you are in good physical shape. If you have physical ormedical conditions which may prevent you from using this product in a safe manner, Do

You must view the enclosed DVD

before using your new Tree Tread

tree stand.

WEIGHT LIMITS

DO NOT EXCEED 300 Lbs. total *

* (includes all gear)

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Not Use This Product. Always consult a physician if you have any questions about yourphysical ability to use this product.

This tree stand is designed for adult use only. No one under the age of 16 shouldattempt to use this or any other tree stand without direct adult supervision.

Never use a tree stand while consuming alcohol, taking drugs, or when using certainprescription drugs! Always consult a physician if you have any question about takingspecific medications and using this product!

Never hurry when setting up a tree stand or when hunting. Hurrying can causeaccidents!

Before attempting to use this tree stand take time to become familiar with its assembly,setup and installation. Practice installing, adjusting and using your tree stand andharness at ground level, in the presence of a responsible adult. Once you have becomethoroughly knowledgeable and comfortable with the setup, installation and use atground level you are ready to use it at elevated positions!

Never use any tree stand during any storm, when it's raining, lightning, duringwindstorms or icy conditions! Stop hunting and return to the ground if any of theseconditions occur.

Never use a tree stand when feeling sick, nauseous, sleepy or dizzy!

Never use a tree stand on a dead or leaning tree, a tree with loose bark, on a utility poleor on trees that have any obstructions that may prevent the safe use of this product!Never use a tree branch for support!

Never jump on a tree stand to secure it to the tree!

Use a Haul line to Raise or Lower your stand.

Pull up or lower a bow, firearm or other equipment only after being secure in the treestand. Firearms must be pulled up unloaded, chamber open and barrel down! Failure tofollow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!

Never climb with anything on your back.

Never modify your tree tread in any way by making repairs, replacing parts, or makingany changes to it except if explicitly authorized in writing by Outdoors Endeavors!

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Instructions (written and video) should be kept in a safe place and reviewed at leastonce a year.

The tree stand owner is responsible for furnishing the complete instructions to anyperson who borrows or buys the tree stand! This Tree Tread tree stand is designed to beused as a complete system - never loan or sell only a portion of the Tree Tread system.

Always inspect the stand or hanging straps and any safety gear before each use! If anyproblems are found - do not use the stand! Contact Outdoors Endeavors customerservice for the appropriate repair / replacement procedure!

Do not leave your tree stand outdoors or store it outdoors when it is not being used!Tubing can fill with rainwater, freeze and damage your tree stand- do not use your treestand if it is damaged!

This product was designed for installation on trees with a minimum diameter of nine (9)inches. Do not use your Tree Tread on trees with trunk diameters that do not meet thisminimum requirement.

Wear the appropriate foot wear when using your tree tread. A good nonslip huntingboot is important for your safety. Be especially careful that the laces do not get hookedon the tree stand. (tuck shoelaces into your boots before climbing)

Do not hunt out of a tree stand at heights that you are not comfortable with. Choosethe minimum hunting height that allows for safe and effective hunting.

Never step up to the Tree Tread from climbing sticks or ladders. All ladders and climbingsticks must extend above the platform of the Tree Tread to allow the user to step downon the platform. A full body harness must always be attached to the tree even whenstepping down onto the tree stand.

1 INDEX

General Warnings and Precautions, Stand Weight Limits Page 1-3Section 1 - Index Page 3Section 2 - Parts List Page 4Section 3 - Assembly Page 5-8Section 4 - Installation and Use Page 9-11

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2 PARTS LIST

TREE TREAD BOX CONTENTS

PN DESCRIPTION QTY

A TREAD A 1B TREAD B 1C RISER 1D TRUNK CONNECTOR 1E LONG BRACE 1F SHORT BRACE 1G OUTSIDE BRACE 2H HARDWARE PACK 1L RATCHET STRAP 2

HARNESS (FAS) 1DVD (SAFETY) 1INSTRUCTIONS 1

HARDWARE PACKET CONTENTS

PN DESCRIPTION QTY

H 1 1/2" BOLT (1/4 X 20) 21

LOCKNUT (1/4 X 20) 21

WASHER 42

Please call 855-MY TREAD (855-698-7323)or visit http://www.treetread.com if youhave any questions, if you needreplacement parts, if you have anymissing parts or if the included DVD doesnot play.

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3 ASSEMBLYASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED

• 7/16” Wrench• 7/16 Socket with Ratchet

When installing the bolts, washers and locknuts they are installed in the configurationshown in (Figure 1)

(Figure 1)

1: For Right Handed Installation: On a level surface lay out the lower Tread (Part A) and

the Riser (Part C) as shown in (Figure 2)

2: Install Riser as shown in (Figure 3) using three (3) hex head bolts, six (6) washers and

three (3) locknuts. Hand tighten only.

(Figure 2) (Figure 3)

Do not tighten any bolts until the

Tree Tread is fully assembled.

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3: Align Tread B to the top of the Riser and install four (4) bolts, eight (8) washers and

four (4) locknuts. Insert the bolts through the four (4) holes in the top Tread and bolt itto the Riser. (Figure 4) Hand tighten only.

4: Place the trunk connector (Part D) into position with the spikes pointing away from

the tread assemblies. (Figure 5) Using the bolts supplied, insert the bolts through thethree (3) holes in the top and the three (3) holes in bottom of the trunk connectorassembly and bolt it to the tree stand. Install washers and locknuts but do not tightenyet. One hole will not be used at both the top and the bottom of the trunk connector.

(Figure 4) (Figure 5)

5: Insert a bolt and washer through the outside hole of Tread B and through the bent

end of the long brace. Install washer and locknut. Long brace should fit to the inside andunderside of Tread B. (Figure 6). Insert a bolt and washer through the opposite end ofthe long brace and through Tread A closest to the trunk connecter. Install washer andlocknut. (Figure 7)

(Figure 6) (Figure 7)

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6: Insert a bolt and washer through the short brace and into the “hoop handle” portion

of Tread B. Install washer and hand tighten locknut. (Figure 8). Insert a bolt and washerthrough the opposite end of the short brace and through the inner hole of Tread A.(Figure 9) Install washer and hand tighten locknut.

(Figure 8) (Figure 9)

7: Install outside braces to the Riser by positioning the bent end of the brace closest to

the 1” Vertical Accessory Tube and to the underside of Riser. Bolt should be installedfrom the top of the Riser and through the bent end of the brace. (Figure 9) Installremaining brace as shown in (Figure 10)

(Figure 10) (Figure 11)

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8: Make sure your tree tread is assembled correctly and tighten all bolts. (Figure 11-13)

(Figure 12) (Figure 13)

9: Your tree tread should resemble. (Figure 14)

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4 INSTALLATION AND USE

WARNING! Before you attempt to install your Tree Tread you must properlyattach a lineman’s style belt (from a properly worn full bodyharness to the tree) to support your weight.A full body harness and lineman’s belt must be used at alltimes when installing or removing your Tree Tread.

1: After practicing installing the Tree Tread at ground level you are ready to hang your

stand in the tree.

WARNING! NEVER step onto the Tree Tread until it has been secured to thetree with the ratchet straps.

2: Feed the end of the ratchet strap through the strap Retainer Loops on the top of the

trunk connector, around the tree trunk and into the ratchet part of the tree strapassembly. (Figure 1) Tighten the strap using the ratchet mechanism to secure the standto the tree. Lift the bottom of the stand away from the tree as you tighten the tree strapto "preload" the top spikes. (Figure 2)

3: Make sure that the Ratchet Mechanism is in the closed and locked position. (Figure

3) Loop extra webbing thru the Retainer Loops and tuck remaining webbing. (Figure 4)

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(Figure 3) (Figure 4)

4: Repeat the Ratchet Strap Install thru the retainer loops at the bottom of the Trunk

Connector. This will “close the gap” and pull the spikes against the trunk. (Figure 5) &(Figure 6)

(Figure 5) (Figure 6)

WARNING! Never use a bar, pipe or lever to gain leverage when tighteningthe ratchet straps. Damage to the ratchet or strap webbing can occur and would makethe ratchet strap unsafe to use.

5: Make sure all straps are tightened and the tree stand is safely secured to the tree

before stepping onto your Tree Tread. Make sure that webbing is not pinched byRetainer Loops. (Figure 7) Webbing should be flat against tubing. (Figure 8)

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(Figure 7) (Figure 8)

6: When using more than one Tree Tread unit, there are several arrangements that can

be achieved. The following photos will demonstrate those arrangements.