Children have died or been seriously injured when gates are not securely installed.
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ALWAYS install and use gates as directed using all required parts.
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STOP using when a child can climb over or dislodge the gate.
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Install only with locking/latching mechanism securely engaged.
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To prevent falls, never use at top of stairs.
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NEVER use to keep child away from pool.
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This product will not necessarily prevent all accidents.
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NEVER leave child unattended.
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Periodically check all fasteners to be sure they are tight and secure, stop using gate if any parts are
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missing or become damaged.
This gate is to be used in openings up to 55" (139.7 cm) only.
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Hardware is included for use in solid materials only such as wood or metal.
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Your safety gate contains the following:
x1
A
To ensure safe operation, additional or replacement parts should be obtained only from North States or its authorized
distributors. Contact information appears on the cover of these instructions. Replacement parts can be ordered at
www.northstatesind.com.
Any damage to property during installation of your safety gate is the sole responsibility of the end user.
NOTE:
If mounting to a wall with baseboards,it is necessary to add spacers behind the upper mounting and
latching brackets to ensure the gate is vertically aligned. Measure the thickness of your baseboard to determine
the number and size of spacers required. Use 1 ½" long screws provided when using the spacers.
Mounting Bracket
x1
x1
B
D
C
E
x8
x4
F
Short Screws
Mounting Bracket Spacers
Latching Bracket
Baseboard
Thickness
Spacers
Baseboard
Necessary
x1
G
1
2
H
I
Long Screws
7/16
1/2
1/4 + 1/8
3/8 + 1/8
A. Mesh Gate
B. Upper Latching Bracket
J
C. Lower Latching Bracket
D. Upper Mounting Bracket
E. Lower Mounting Bracket
F. 1" Screws
G. Mounting Bracket Spacers
H.Latching Bracket Spacers
I. 1 1/2" Screws
J. Template
Latching Bracket Spacers
5/8
3/4
3/8 + 1/4
All Spacers
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