TRIPOD QUADPOD AND BOX BLIND USAGE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS

TRIPOD, QUADPOD AND BOX BLIND 

USAGE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS 

ATTENTION!! 

WHEN YOU SEE A " WARNING!" BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE! 

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES 

CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!! 

WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions contained in this Instruction 

Manual may result in serious injury or death! 

WARNING! FALLS FROM A TREESTAND OR FREESTANDING PLATFORM CAN OCCUR 

ANYTIME AFTER LEAVINGTHE 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 BIG GAME PRODUCT. AT LEAST ANNUALLY, 

REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 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 OFTHIS PRODUCT ISTHE 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 THIS INSTRUCTION 

MANUAL. 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. 

WARNING! DO NOT use this or any other Big Game 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 Big Game 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 Big Game 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 remove, modify and/or omit any portion or otherwise mechanically modify 

this 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 Big Game Treestands at 800-268-5077 for 

replacement of missing or defective parts. ALWAYS USE GENUINE FACTORY AUTHORIZED 

REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN 

GENUINE PARTS VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS 

INJURY OR DEATH! 

WARNING! Prior to each hunt, you must inform someone of your hunting location and the expected 

duration of your hunt. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death! 

This Instruction Manual complies with the Treestand Manufacturers Association’s 

“Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions;TMS 04-98 Revision G." 

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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 should you experience the need to contact 

emergency assistance. 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 should 

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! NEVER hunt out of a treestand or freestanding platform at heights at which you are 

not completely comfortable. Depending on the 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! 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 and equipment. 

NEVER EXCEED THESE WEIGHT LIMITATIONS! Failure to follow these instructions may 


WARNING! DO NOT attempt to use this or any other Big Game product(s) when ice, snow, 

and/or freezing rain has deposited or formed on any portion of the stand you intend to climb. Do not 

attempt to use this or any other Big Game product(s) when thunderstorms are threatening and/or 

present within five (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 Big Game product(s) in a safe manner as 

described in this Instruction Manual. Should inclement weather conditions arise during your use of 

this Big Game product(s), return to the ground immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may 


WARNING! Never jump or bounce on a freestanding platform seat. Failure to follow these 


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 downward toward the ground) to 

attempting to climb down. Use this same method when raising or lowering all other gear. Failure to 

follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death! 

WARNING! Thoroughly inspect this or any other Big Game product(s) prior to each use for signs 

of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, deterioration and/or any other type of defect. DO NOT expose your 

freestanding platform to extended exposure to direct sunlight, excessive heat or freezing 

temperature. Do not use your treestand or any other product(s) if they show 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 modify, fix/repair, alter, bend, cut, weld, or heat this product(s) in any way. 

Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death! 

WARNING! Replace any damaged or worn parts with original parts. Never store a treestand or 

any of its components outdoors when not in use.To purchase genuine factory parts contact us toll 

free at 800-268-5077. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death! 



4 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.

WARNING! Always wear the appropriate foot wear when using a freestanding platform. A good 

non-slip safety boot is important to your personal safety. Be especially careful that boot laces do not 

get hooked on the freestanding platform or climbing aids (tuck shoelaces into boot before climbing). 


WARNING! DO NOT erect this product(s) around power generation (transformers, generators, 

substations, etc.) and/or power transmission equipment (power lines). Failure to follow these 


WARNING! Do not attempt to make adjustments to this product while in the stand.All adjustments 

must be made with the entire stand on the ground. Failure to follow these instructions may result in 

serious injury or death! 

WARNING! Check the ground under your freestanding platform to make sure it is firm and level. 

Sloping ground or uneven surfaces can cause your stand to tilt or shift as you climb. Do not use this 

stand when high winds are present or forecast. Failure to follow these instructions may result in 


WARNING! Never attempt to hunt from an unlevel platform. Additionally, never attempt to level 

your freestanding platform at heights above the ground. If you find that your platform is unlevel, 

canted, angled awkwardly upward or downward, or in any configuration other than level, immediately 

climb down to ground level and readjust your freestanding platform as necessary to alleviate this 

awkward angle. 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 is not cut or frayed. Keep webbing from coming into contact with any sharp objects. DO 

NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF ANY DAMAGE IS SUSPECTED. Failure to follow these 


WARNING! Prior to climbing, make sure all legs, ladder or supporting sections are firmly 

connected and locked. Make certain that none of the sections have come loose or separated. If they 

are, DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT(S). With the help of two (2) other adults lower the stand 

back down to the ground and repair the sections as appropriate. Failure to follow these instructions 


WARNING! ALWAYS maintain three-point contact when climbing up or down. 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 when climbing up or down. Failure to follow these instructions may 


WARNING! ALWAYS lean forward as you climb the freestanding platform. Failure to follow these 


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 800-268-5077 and they will answer all questions you may 

have about any of the complete line of products. 

To activate your product’s warranty, a registration card can be found on page 75 and must 

be completed and returned to the manufacturer within 30 days of purchase. Be sure 

to keep a copy of this for your records. 



READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT. 5

CR8200 THE TRIUMPH 

WARNING! Read all assembly, field assembly and safety instructions prior 

to using this product! Failure to follow the instructions on pages 12-17 and pages 

66-69 may result in serious injury or death! 

NOTE: All steps require that you temporarily finger tighten all nuts and bolts 

until told to tighten. This will insure proper alignment during assembly. 

STEP 1: Attach a right, left and rear foot platform together using (3) 5/16" x 2 1/2" 

hex bolts [E] and (3) 5/16" nylock nuts. (see fig.1) 

STEP 2: Connect the front leg bracket to the edge where the left and right foot 

platforms meet using (4) 5/16" x 1 1/2" hex bolts [C] and (4) 5/16" nylock nuts. 

With the square blind brackets towards the front, attach the left top leg bracket 

where the left foot platform and the rear foot platform meet and the right top 

leg bracket where the right foot platform and the rear foot platform meet, 

secure using (6) 5/16" x 1 ½" hex bolts [C] and (6) 5/16" nylock nuts. (see fig.2) 

STEP 3: Secure the seat support and seat support plate to the center of the foot 

platform by inserting (1) ½ x 3" hex bolt [H] up through the underside of the foot 

platform and screwing it into the nut welded inside the seat support. Then, 

attach the seat assembly to the seat support using (1) 1/2" x 5" hex bolt [I], 4" 

nylon washer and (1) 1/2" nylock nut. (see fig.3) 

STEP 5: Attach the backrest to the seat assembly using (2) ¼" x 1 1/4" hex bolts [F] 

and (2) ¼" nylock nuts to secure. Then, connect the armrests to the seat assembly 

using (4) 1/4" x 2" hex bolts [G] and (4) 1/4" nylock nuts. (see fig.3) 

SECURELY TIGHTEN EVERY NUT AND BOLT AT THIS TIME. 

STEP 6: Attach the left front rail support and right front rail support to the 

sides of the foot platform using (4) 5/16" x 1 ½" hex bolts [C] and (4) 5/16" 

nylock nuts. Then, attach the rear rail supports by inserting them into the 

existing leg brackets and secure using (2) 5/16" x 1 ½" hex bolts [C] and (2) 5/16" 

nylock nuts. (see fig.3) 

STEP 7: Assemble the shooting rail by inserting each end of the rail connectors 

into one end of each curved rail piece, aligning the holes. Then, with the complete 

shooting rail on the outside of each rail support, connect the shooting rail to 

the front and rear rail supports by inserting (4) 5/16" x 2" hex bolts [D] through 

the rail supports and the aligned holes in the rail/rail connector; secure using 

(4) 5/16" nylock nuts. (see fig.3) 


STEP 8: At this time the seat cushion should be threaded and tightened and the 

armrest covers, rail cover, and backrest cushion should be attached using 

attached velcro. 

TOOLS Required for Assembly Adjustable Wrench Qty 2 

CR8200 

SPECIFICATIONS 

Maximum Weight Capacity 300 lb/136 kg 

FOR USE WITH ONE (1) PERSON. 

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Description 

Qty 

Top / Middle Leg Section 6 

Bottom Leg Section 3 

Un-Sleeved X-Support 6 

Sleeved X-Support 6 

X-Support Bracket 4 

1st Step 1 

2nd Step 1 

3rd Step 1 

6th Step 1 

8th Step 1 

Standard Step 3 

Short Ladder Support 2 

Long Ladder Support 1 

Right Leg Bracket 1 

Left Leg Bracket 1 

Front Leg Bracket 1 

Right Foot Platform 1 

Left Foot Platform 1 

Rear Foot Platform 1 

Seat Support 1 

Seat Support Plate 1 

Seat Assembly 1 

Backrest 1 

Armrest 2 

Left Front Rail Support 1 

Right Front Rail Support 1 

Rear Rail Support 2 

Rail 2 

Rail Connector 2 

Seat Cushion 1 

Parts List (CR8200) 

Description 

Qty 

Backrest Cushion 1 

Armrest Cover 2 

Rail Cover 1 

Anchor Stake 3 

Owners Manual 1 

Hardware Pack 1 

[A] 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Bolt 4 

[B] 5/16" x 1 1/4" Hex Bolt 18 

[C] 5/16" x 1 1/2" Hex Bolt 16 

Right Foot Platform 

E 

CR8200 FIGURE 1 

Description 

Qty 

[D] 5/16" x 2" Hex Bolt 33 

[E] 5/16" x 2 1/2" Hex Bolt 3 

[F] 1/4" x 1 1/4" Hex Bolt 2 

[G] 1/4" x 2" Hex Bolt 4 

[H] 1/2" x 3" Hex Bolt 1 

[I] 1/2" x 5" Hex Bolt 1 

4" Nylon Washer 1 

5/16" Nylock Nut 74 



E 

Rear Foot Platform 

E 

Left Foot 

Platform 


C 

C 

C 

Right Top Leg Bracket 

C 

C 

C 

C 

C 

C 

Front Top Leg Bracket 

Left Top Leg Bracket 

C 

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Backrest Cushion 

Armrest Cover 

Armrest 

Backrest 

F 

F 

Armrest Cover 

Seat 

Assembly 

G 

G 

I 

G G 

Armrest 

Seat 

Cushion 

Rail 

Connector 

D 

4" nylon Washer 

Rail 

D 

Rear Rail 

Support 

Seat Support 

D 

Right Front 

Rail Support 

C 

Rail 

C 

D 

Rail 

Connector 

C 

Rear Rail 

Support 

C 

Left Front 

Rail Support 

Seat Support Plate 

H 

C C 


ASSEMBLE THE LEGS (see fig. 4 & 4A) 

STEP 9: Slide the 1st and 2nd step onto one bottom leg and secure with (4) 5/16" x 2" 

hex bolts [D] and (4) 5/16" nylock nuts. (Step 1 should have a ladder support bracket 

that faces upward and step 2 should have a “X" support bracket that faces upward.) 

Next slide on the 3rd step and insert one top/middle leg onto the bottom leg and 

secure all 3 pieces together using (2) 5/16" x 2" hex bolts [D] and (2) 5/16" nylock nuts. 

STEP 10: Attach 2 standard steps to create the 4th and 5th step and secure with (4) 

5/16" x 2" hex bolts [D] and (4) 5/16" nylock nuts. Then, slide the 6th step onto the leg 

section and insert another top/middle leg and secure these 3 pieces together using (2) 

5/16" x 2 " hex bolts [D] and (2) 5/16" nylock nuts. (Step 6 should have an “X” support 

bracket facing downward and a ladder support bracket that faces outward.) 

STEP 11: Add the final standard step to create the 7th step and secure using (2) 5/16" x 

2" hex bolts [D] and (2) 5/16" nylock nuts. Complete the step bearing leg by sliding the 

8th step onto the top leg section and secure with (2) 5/16" x 2" hex bolts [D] and (2) 5/16" 

nylock nuts. (The 8th step should have a ladder support bracket facing downward.) 

STEP 12: Attach the short ladder support and long ladder support to the 1st 

and 3rd steps using (2) 5/16" x ¾" hex bolts [A] and (2) 5/16" nylock nuts. Then 

attach the short ladder support and the long ladder support to the 6th and 8th step 

using (2) 5/16" x ¾" hex bolts [A] and (2) 5/16" nylock nuts. 

STEP 13: Assemble the second leg by inserting a top/middle leg section into a 

bottom leg section and secure with (2) 5/16" x 2" hex bolts [D] and (2) 5/16" nylock 

nuts. Then attach a lower X-support bracket to the bottom leg using (1) 5/16" x 2" 

hex bolt [D] and (1) 5/16" nylock nut. NOTE: The lower X-support bracket should 

be attached using the 3rd pre-drilled hole from the bottom and the bracket should 

point upward with the concave side towards leg. Repeat this step for the 3rd leg. 

STEP 14: Next, insert the remaining top/middle leg section into the middle leg 

section. Connect these two pieces and an upper X-support bracket using (2) 5/16" x 2" 

hex bolts [D] and (2) 5/16" nylock nuts. NOTE: The upper X-support bracket should 

be attached to the 12th pre-drilled hole from the bottom and the bracket should point 

downward with the concave side toward the leg. Repeat step to complete the 3rd leg. 

SECURELY TIGHTEN EVERY NUT AND BOLT AT THIS TIME EXECPT FOR 

THE 4 BOLTS CONNECTING THE X-SUPPORT BRACKETS. 

ASSEMBLE TRIPOD 

STEP 15: Lay platform on its back. Slide the assembled legs into the leg 

brackets and secure using (3) 5/16" x 2" hex bolts [D] and (3) 5/16" nylock nuts. 

Note: The step bearing leg should be attached to the front leg bracket and the 

2nd and 3rd leg should be assembled with the x-support brackets towards the 

inside and stake brackets to the outside. 

STEP 16: Assemble 6 X-supports by inserting one un-sleeved X-support into one 

sleeved X-support and secure using (6)5/16" x 1 ¼" hex bolts [B] and (6) 5/16" 

nylock nuts. 

STEP 17: Complete the assembly by attaching two X-supports to each upper 

X-support bracket and each lower X-support bracket and use (12) 5/16" x 1 ¼" 

hex bolts [B] and (12) 5/16" nylock nuts to secure. Note: The X-supports should 

be secured to the concave side of the brackets for a proper fit. 






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D 

D 

Top/Middle Leg 

D 

D 


D 


D 

D 

Step 8 

A 

D 

D 

Standard Step 

Standard Step 

Standard Step 

D 

D 

Step 6 


D 

D 

D 

D 

D 

FD 

Step 2 

D 

D 

Step 3 

Short 

Ladder 

Support 

A 

Long 

Ladder 

Support 

A 

Short 

Ladder 

Support 

D 

A 

D 

D 

D 

D 

Bottom Leg 

Upper 

X-Support 

Bracket 


Lower 

X-Support 

Bracket 

Upper 

X-Support 

Bracket 

CR8200 FIGURE 4A 

D 

D 


D 

D 

Lower 

X-Support 

Bracket 

D 

Bottom Leg 

Step 1 

Bottom Leg 



Sleeved X-Support 

B 

UnSleeved X-Support 


B 

B 

B B 

X-Support 

B 

B 

B B 

X-Support 

X-Support 

X-Support 

X-Support 

X-Support 

B B 

B 

B 

CR8200 FIGURE 6A 

X-Supports 

under top X-Bracket 

X-Supports on 

bottom X-Bracket 


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TRIPOD, QUADPOD, AND BOX BLIND USAGE 

INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS 

ATTENTION!! 

WHEN YOU SEE A " WARNING!" BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE! 

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES 

CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!! 

WARNING! Failure to read and strictly comply with the instructions contained in this Instruction 

Manual may result in serious injury or death! 

WARNING! FALLS FROM A TREESTAND OR FREESTANDING PLATFORM 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 BIG GAME PRODUCT. AT LEAST ANNUALLY, REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS 

INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 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 THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 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. 

WARNING! DO NOT use this or any other Big Game 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 Big Game 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 Big Game 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 


WARNING! Do not remove, modify and/or omit any portion or otherwise mechanically modify 

this 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 Big Game Treestands at 800-268-5077 for 

replacement of missing or defective parts.ALWAYS USE GENUINE FACTORY AUTHORIZED 

REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN 

GENUINE PARTS VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS 

INJURY OR DEATH! 

WARNING! Prior to each hunt, you must inform someone of your hunting location and the expected 

duration of your hunt. Failure to follow these instructions 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 flare 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! This product(s) is designed for adult use only. No one under the age of 16 should 

attempt to use this or any other product(s) without direct adult supervision. Failure to follow these 


WARNING! NEVER hunt out of a treestand or freestanding platform at heights at which you are 

not completely comfortable. Depending on the 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! 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 and equipment. 

NEVER EXCEED THESE WEIGHT LIMITATIONS! Failure to follow these instructions may 


WARNING! DO NOT attempt to use this or any other Big Game product(s) when ice, snow, 

and/or freezing rain has deposited or formed on any portion of the stand you intend to climb. Do not 

attempt to use this or any other Big Game product(s) when thunderstorms are threatening and/or 

present within five (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 Big Game product(s) in a safe manner as 

described in this Instruction Manual. Should inclement weather conditions arise during your use of 

this Big Game product(s), return to the ground immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may 


WARNING! Never jump or bounce on a freestanding platform seat. Failure to follow these 


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 downward toward the ground) to 

attempting to climb down. Use this same method when raising or lowering all other gear. Failure to 

follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death! 

WARNING! Thoroughly inspect this or any other Big Game product(s) prior to each use for signs 

of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, deterioration and/or any other type of defect. DO NOT expose your 

freestanding platform to extended exposure to direct sunlight, excessive heat or freezing 

temperature. Do not use your treestand or any other product(s) if they show evidence of wear, rot, 

corrosion, cracks, deterioration and/or any other type of defect. Failure to follow these instructions 


WARNING! DO NOT modify, fix/repair, alter, bend, cut, weld, or heat this product(s) in any way. 


WARNING! Replace any damaged or worn parts with original parts. Never store a treestand or 

any of its components outdoors when not in use.To purchase genuine factory parts contact us toll 

free at 800-268-5077. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death! 


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WARNING! Always wear the appropriate foot wear when using a treestand.A good non-slip safety 

boot is important to your personal safety. Be especially careful that boot laces do not get hooked on 

the treestand or climbing aids (tuck shoelaces into boot before climbing). Failure to follow these 


WARNING! DO NOT erect this product(s) around power generation (transformers, generators, 

substations, etc.) and/or power transmission equipment (power lines). Failure to follow these 


WARNING! Do not attempt to make adjustments to this product while in the stand. All 

adjustments must be made with the entire stand on the ground. Failure to follow these instructions 


WARNING! Check the ground under your freestanding platform to make sure it is firm and level. 

Sloping ground or uneven surfaces can cause your stand to tilt or shift as you climb. Do not use this 

stand when high winds are present or forecast. Failure to follow these instructions may result in 


WARNING! Never attempt to hunt from an unlevel platform. Additionally, never attempt to level 

your freestanding platform at heights above the ground. If you find that your platform is unlevel, 

canted, angled awkwardly upward or downward, or in any configuration other than level, immediately 

climb down to ground level and readjust your freestanding platform as necessary to alleviate this 

awkward angle. 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 is not cut or frayed. Keep webbing from coming into contact with any sharp objects. DO 

NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF ANY DAMAGE IS SUSPECTED. Failure to follow these 


WARNING! Prior to climbing, make sure all legs, ladder or supporting sections are firmly 

connected and locked. Make certain that none of the sections have come loose or separated. If they 

are, DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT(S). With the help of two (2) other adults lower the stand 

back down to the ground and repair the sections as appropriate. Failure to follow these instructions 


WARNING! ALWAYS maintain three-point contact when climbing up or down. Proper threepoint 

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 when climbing up or down. Failure to follow these instructions 


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 800-268-5077 and they will answer all questions you may 

have about any of the complete line of products. 





INSTALLING YOUR FREESTANDING PLATFORM IN THE FIELD 

WARNING! You must have three (3) adults to install or remove your freestanding platform. Failure 

to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death! 

STEP 1. Lift the platform of the freestanding platform and walk it up until erect. (see fig. 1) 

STEP 2. Adjust the bottom legs so that the platform is level. 

STEP 3. Push anchor stakes through holes in the base of the bottom leg and into the ground. (see fig. 1A) 

FIGURE 1 

FIGURE 1A 

Anchor 

Stake 

Anchor 

Stake 

Hole 

Anchor 

Stake 

Holes 

Anchor 

Stake 

REMOVING YOUR FREESTANDING PLATFORM FROM THE FIELD 

WARNING! You must have three (3) adults to install or remove your freestanding platform. Failure 

to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death! 

STEP 1. Remove the anchor stakes from the base of the bottom legs. 

STEP 2. With 2 other adults slowly tip the freestanding platform and walk it down to the ground. 

STORAGE AND CARE OF YOUR STAND 

Your new freestanding platform is factory finished with a state-of- the-art powder coating that guarantees 

years of trouble-free service. It is recommended that you store your freestanding platform out of direct 

sunlight and out of any other harsh environmental condition(s) that may adversely affect its performance. 


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TRIPOD QUADPOD AND BOX BLIND USAGE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS

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