Muddy BBT500, BBT510 Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ATTENTION!!
WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
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CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
PLEASE NOTE THAT WARNING! statements have been placed throughout this Instruction Manual. These
statements point out important safety information and instructions, which, if not followed could endanger the
personal safety and/or property of the operator. It is imperative that the operator of this product, or any other
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!
January 2018. Published by Premier Outdoor Equipment, LLC, Windom, Minnesota.
© 2018 Premier Outdoor Equipment, LLC All rights reserved.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions.
PO Box 454 • Windom, MN 56101 • (844) 745-7723
www.GoMuddy.com
Please see extra packet contents for registration warranty
form and additional important information.
Elite 5' Tower
Model BBT500
Elite 5' Tower
Extension Kit
Model BBT510
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions.
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USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS
WARNING! 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!
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.
If you nd damaged or missing parts in a newly purchased product, please
return this product to the retailer for replacement.
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!
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 freestanding platform treestand can occur
anytime after leaving the ground. These falls may result in serious injury
or death! For your personal safety, please take a moment to carefully
read this product(s) 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. Additionally, keep these instruc tions 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(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
this instruction manual. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death! Additionally, failure to follow this warning
may subject you to personal liability penalties as determined by the
U.S. Judicial system.
WARNING! DO NOT use this or any other Muddy® product(s) if you
have a history of heart problems, back problems, impaired vision, joints
that lock-up, spinal fusions, equilibrium problems, high blood pressure, are
not well-rested and/or any other physical impairment that may limit your
ability to use and/or operate this product(s) in the safe manner outlined in
this Instruction Manual. Additionally, do not use this or any other 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 freestanding platform 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.
Modication, misuse, and/or part substitution may result in serious injury
or death! 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 the manufacturer.
WARNING! Several Muddy® freestanding platform treestands are equipped
with a handrail. The handrail has not been designed to support the users
weight. Under no circumstances shall you place any more than fteen
(15) pounds (7 kg) of weight on this structure. Doing so will put the user in
serious risk of injury or death. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious injury or death!
WARNING! 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 are 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!
WARNING! This product(s) is designed for adult use only. No one under
the age of 16 shall attempt to use this or any other product(s) without direct
adult supervision. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to attempting to use this or any other 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!
WARNING! NEVER hunt out of a freestanding platform treestand at
heights at which you are not completely comfortable. Depending on the
hunting conditions, choose the minimum hunting height that allows for
safe, eective hunting. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
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!
BBT500 • ELITE 5' TOWER
CARRYING CAPACITY
USERS AND EQUIPMENT
500 lbs/227 kg
BBT510 • ELITE 5’ TOWER EXTENSION KIT
CARRYING CAPACITY
USERS AND EQUIPMENT
500 lbs/227 kg
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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WARNING! DO NOT 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 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 ve (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 condition(s) 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!
WARNING! Never attempt to climb up or climb down with a weapon
and/or gear in your possession. ALWAY S unload your weapon and pull it
up to hunting height using a tether or pull up rope. ALWAYS lower your
unloaded weapon down to the ground prior (when raising or lowering
rearms, the chamber must be open and the barrel pointing 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 product or any other Muddy®
product(s) (and its components) prior to each use for signs of wear, rot,
corrosion, cracks, deterioration and/or any other type of damage(s). DO
NOT expose your freestanding platform treestand to extended exposure
to direct sunlight, excessive heat or freezing temperature. Do not use
your freestanding platform treestand or any other product(s) if they show
evidence of wear, rot, corrosion, cracks, deterioration and/or any other type
of damage(s). Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury
or death!
WARNING! Never jump or bounce on a freestanding platform treestand
seat. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Always wear the appropriate foot wear when using a
freestanding platform 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 freestanding platform treestand or any of its components (tuck
shoelaces into boot before climbing). Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT modify, x/repair, alter, bend, cut, weld, or heat
the freestanding platform treestand in any way. Additionally, do not
attach anything to your freestanding platform treestand without explicit
authorized and written instructions from the manufacturer. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT erect this Muddy® product(s) around power
generation (transformers, generators, substations, etc.) and/or power
transmission equipment (power lines). Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Before you dig, you must contact your local buried utilities
One Call Center, 811, to prevent injury, damage of services, or delays. One
Call will notify your local utility companies of your proposed project. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Do not attempt to make adjustments to this product(s) 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
treestand to make sure it is rm 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 serious injury or death!
WARNING! Never attempt to hunt from an unlevel platform. Additionally,
never attempt to level your freestanding platform treestand at heights
above the ground. If you nd that your platform is unlevel, canted, angled
awkwardly upward or downward, or in any conguration other than level,
readjust your freestanding platform treestand 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. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT(S) IF ANY
DAMAGE IS SUSPECTED. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death!
WARNING! Prior to climbing, make sure all legs, ladder or supporting sections
are rmly connected and locked. Make certain that none of the sections have
come loose or separated. If they are, DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT(S). Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
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
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! ALWAYS lean forward as you climb the freestanding platform
treestand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injur y or death!
WARNING! Use of propane heaters, or any other type of heater(s), inside
this Muddy® product may produce an atmosphere which is immediately
dangerous to life and health (asphyxiation hazard from carbon monoxide
poisoning). NEVER attempt to use any heater(s) unless it is equipped with
a UL Listed and functioning carbon monoxide shut-o feature and tip-over
safety switch/cuto.Failure to follow these instruction may result in serious
injury or death!
WARNING! Use only UL Listed heating device(s) labeled for INDOOR
USE ONLY in this Muddy® product. Failure to follow these instruction may
result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! You must read and follow all the manufacturer’s instructions
for the safe use and operation of any heating device(s) used in this Muddy®
product. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT attempt to use propane, or any other type of heating
device(s), marked or labeled for OUTDOOR USE ONLY. Use of such heating
devices will produce an atmosphere which is immediately dangerous to life
and health (asphyxiation hazard from carbon monoxide poisoning). Failure
to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
CAUTION! Know the signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide
poisoning (e.g., nausea, dizziness, headache, etc.). If you think that you may
be aected, immediately turn o any source(s) of carbon monoxide and
immediately move to an area with fresh air.
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 (nd your batch number on a riveted metal
tag axed to your product) before calling to better assist you.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions.
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Part # Description Qty
UP77-0167 3/8'' Lock Washer 71
UP77-0168 3/8'' Hex Nut 71
UP77-0145 1/2'' Steel Washer 2
UP77-0169 1/2'' Lock Washer 1
UP77-0170 1/2'' Hex Nut 1
UP77-0122 Snap Pin 2
UP77-0185 3/8" X 1 1/2"
Steel Washer
4
Part # Description Qty
UP15-0270 Platform Base 1
UP15-0271
Top Leg 4
UP15-0273
Upper Horizontal Brace 4
UP15-0275
Cross Brace 4
UP15-0276
Ladder Section 1
UP15-0278
Ladder Connector 2
UP15-0279
Ladder Support 2
UP18-0082
Leg Connector 4
UP15-0280
Leg Support 4
Part # Description Qty
UP15-0281
Ladder Rail 1
UP15-0282
Platform Rail 2
UP15-0283
Auger Stake 1
UP15-0284
Wire Rope 1
UP15-0285
Turnbuckle 1
UP15-0286
Leg Stake 4
UP15-0287
Wire Rope Clip 4
Instruction Manual 1
PARTS LIST BBT500 ELITE 5' TOWER
TYPICAL HARDWARE ASSEMBLY
HARDWARE LIST BBT500 ELITE 5’ TOWER
HARDWARE LIST BBT500
continued
Part # Description Qty
UP77-0159 [A] 3/8'' x 1 1/4'' Hex Bolt 53
UP77-0165 [B] 3/8'' x 2'' Hex Bolt 2
UP77-0166 [C] 1/2'' x 3 1/2'' Hex Bolt 1
UP77-0207 [D] 3/8'' x 2 1/2'' Carriage Bolt 12
UP77-0186 [E] 3/8'' x 5 1/4'' Carriage Bolt 4
UP77-0053 3/8'' Steel Washer 122
Flat
Washer
Hex Bolt
Flat
Washer
Lock
Washer
Hex
Nut
It is recommended to make sure you have all parts and hardware prior to assembly.
SPECS
Max. Weight Capacity (User and Equipment): 500 lbs/227 kg
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Adjustable Wrench - Qty 2 (Not Included)
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
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Part # Description Qty
UP15-0272 Bottom Leg 4
UP18-0083
Left Horizontal Brace 4
UP18-0084
Right Horizontal Brace 4
Part # Description Qty
UP15-0275
Cross Brace 4
UP15-0276
Ladder Section 1
UP15-0277
Ladder Section Splice 2
PARTS LIST BBT510 ELITE 5' TOWER EXTENSION KIT
TYPICAL HARDWARE ASSEMBLY
HARDWARE LIST BBT510 ELITE 5’ TOWER EXTENSION KIT
Part # Description Qty
UP77-0159 [A] 3/8’’ x 1 1/4’’ Hex Bolt 23
UP77-0016 [F] 1/4’’ x 1’’ Hex Bolt 8
UP77-0053 3/8’’ Steel Washer 46
UP77-0167 3/8’’ Lock Washer 23
Part # Description Qty
UP77-0168 3/8’’ Hex Nut 23
UP77-0001 1/4’’ Nylock Nut 8
UP77-0005 1/4’’ Steel Washer 16
Flat
Washer
Hex Bolt
Flat
Washer
Lock
Washer
Hex
Nut
It is recommended to make sure you have all parts and hardware prior to assembly.
SPECS
Max. Weight Capacity (User and Equipment): 500 lbs/227 kg
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Adjustable Wrench - Qty 2 (Not Included)
STORAGE AND CARE OF YOUR CLIMBING SYSTEM: Your new climbing system is factory nished with a state-of- the-art powder coating that
guarantees years of trouble-free service. It is recommended that you store your climbing system out of direct sunlight and out of any other harsh
environmental condition(s) that may adversely aect its performance.
ATTENTION!! WHEN YOU SEE A “ WARNING!” BE SURE TO HEED THE MESSAGE!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THESE MESSAGES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
This instruction manual complies with the ASTM standard F2123 - Standard Practice for Treestand Instructions.
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Platform Base
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Platform Rail
Platform
Rail
A
A
A
A
Leg
Connector
Leg
Platform Base
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
A
A
A
A
Leg Connector
Leg
ConnectorLeg
Connector
Leg
Connector
Leg
Leg
Connector
WARNING!
Read USAGE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS on pages 2-3 prior to assembly of this product! Failure to follow the
instructions on this page and pages 2-3 may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! DO NOT over tighten the hardware. Over tightening can lead to structural damage and may negatively aect the performance
of your stand. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death!
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
NOTE: All steps require that you temporarily nger tighten all nuts and bolts
until instructed to tighten. This will ensure proper alignment during assembly.
STEP 1. Attach the platform rails to the platform base using (8)
3/8’’ x 1 1/4’’ [A] hex bolts, (16) 3/8’’ steel washers, (8) 3/8’’ lock washers
and (8) 3/8’’ hex nuts to secure (Fig. 1).
SECURE THE MUDDY BLIND
STEP 3. Attach the leg connectors to the
top legs using (16) 3/8’’ x 1 1/4’’ [A] hex
bolts, (32) 3/8’’ steel washers, (16) 3/8’’
lock washers & (16) 3/8’’ hex nuts.
Then, attach the leg connectors to the
platform base using (12) 3/8’’ x 2 1/2’’
carriage bolts [D], (12) 3/8’’ lock washers,
(12) 3/8’’ steel washers and (12) 3/8’’ hex
nuts to secure.
The following steps are used to assemble BBT500 Elite 5’ Tower with BBT510 Elite
5’ Tower Extension Kit. Continue to Page 14 for BBT500 Elite 5’ Tower
E
FIG. 1A
STEP 2. If still attached, remove the wood studs
from the bottom of your Muddy Blind. The
wood studs are secured to the oor using (4)
screws. Next, Center your Muddy blind on the
platform base, between the platform rails.
Secure the blind to the platform base using (4)
3/8’’ x 5 1/4” carriage bolts [E], (4) 3/8’’ x 1 1/2’’
steel washers, (4) 3/8’’ lock washers & (4) 3/8’’
hex nuts to secure (Fig. 1A).
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