Install Latch:
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NOTE:
The Heavy-Duty Gate Latch requires a gate gap
of 3/4" - 1 1/4" with 1" being the ideal spacing.
Please install the post and gate accordingly to
allow for the correct spacing.
As delivered, the heavy-duty self-latching gate
latch is configured to be mounted to the left of the
gate (as viewed from inside the gate). If you prefer
to mount the latch to the right of the gate, you
will need to re-configure it per "To Reconfigure for
Right-Side Mounting".
a.)
Hold latch against the side of the post and mark
locations of pilot holes, as shown (Fig. 1).
b.) Drill five
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c.)
Secure latch to side of post with four 1" Square/
Phillips Combo screws (Fig. 2).
d.) Place a screw through the nylon spacer and attach
to top forward hole (Fig. 3). This will stop the arm
from pivoting too far.
Install Striker Bar:
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a.)
Close the gate and insert striker bar into latch,
while holding it firmly against the gate.
b.) Mark pilot holes through the screw holes (Fig. 4).
c.)
Remove striker bar and drill
d.) Place striker bar on gate and secure with
six 1" Square/Phillips Combo screws.
NOTE:
A padlock can be placed through the holes at the
top of the latch for added security.
⁄
" pilot holes into the post.
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⁄
" pilot holes.
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Latch
Post Plate
Nylon
Spacer
Fig. 1
Post
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
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