Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. Recall of Tree Stands
Big Foot Series and Lite Foot Series hunting tree stands
Date of Recall
2004-07-06CPSC Release Number
04-173Manufactured In
U.S.A.Company Phone Number
(800) 204-7435Units
About 78,000Manufacturer
Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc., of Cumberland, Wis.Sold By
Hunting stores and catalogs nationwide beginning in January 1998 for between $60 and $120. The tree stands were manufactured from January 1998 though July 2001.Problem/Hazard
If the strap mounting bracket loosens or rotates, the strap hook can release, causing the tree stand to detach from the tree. If this occurs, the consumer could fall to the ground.Injuries/Incidents
Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. has received three reports of consumers falling when their stands detached. Two of these consumers reportedly suffered serious injuries, including broken bones.Description
The recalled Big Foot and Lite Foot Series hunting tree stands are "hang-on" stands that can be identified by a yellow warning label affixed to the stand that reads: "Rivers Edge Hunting Products." These tree stands have dual post seat uprights and a gold-colored strap hook bracket. Only these model tree stands with the gold-colored bracket are included in this recall.Remedy
Consumers should contact Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. to receive free replacement hardware for self-installation.Consumer Contact
Call Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. at (800) 204-7435 or visit their Web site at www.ardisam.comRecall Comments
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