The First Years Swing Gate User Manual

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All-Clear

swing gate

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the store for any reason, please

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• Fits doorways 27.5–42.5 inches wide

• Option of hardware or pressure mount

• Intended for use with children from 6 to 24 months

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Contents

release handle

release buttons (2)

carry handle

adjustment buckle tabs

adjustment buckles

panels

top hinge pin

adjustment knobs (4)

hinge pin release slider

lower hinge pin

two-sided mounting template

2 3 4 5

2" wood screws (8)

safety brackets (2)**

upper hinge bracket

1/8" hinge bracket spacers (2)*

9/16" hinge bracket spacer*

lower hinge bracket

*When using the gate in hardware mode in a doorway with a baseboard, you might need to use these hinge bracket spacers.

**IMPORTANT: When installing the gate at the top of the stairs, you must install the safety brackets.

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Safety Instructions

WARNING

IMPORTANT! KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

To prevent serious injury or death, securely install gate and use according to

manufacturer’s instructions.

• Check daily that gate is securely fixed.

• To prevent falls, never use at top of stairs without stair safety brackets.

• Use only with locking mechanisms securely engaged.

• This safety barrier must not be fixed across windows and similar openings.

• If this gate is used at the top of the stairs to prevent a child from falling down the stairs, it must not be placed on any stair below the level of the top stair.

• If this gate is used at the bottom of the stairs to prevent child from climbing up the stairs, it must be placed on the lowest stair.

• Discontinue use immediately if any component is damaged or missing.

• Do not hang or tie toys to any part of the gate.

• Never allow children to swing on the gate.

• Never use with a child able to climb over, dislodge or open the gate.

• Keep child away from gate during operation.

• Never leave child unattended.

• Replacement parts should only be obtained from The First Years.

Plan ahead

Before you begin installation, you need to decide whether you want to pressure mount or hardware mount the gate.

Hardware mounting (pages 4-6) must be used when installing the gate at the top of the stairs, and may be used in a doorway or hallway that you always want to be a secured area for your child. Hardware mounting provides the added convenience of one-handed, swing-thru opening. Once hardware is mounted, you can also switch back and forth for use in pressure mount application.

Pressure mounting (pages 7-8) should be used to secure doorways or hallways that you only need to protect your child from some of the time. Pressure mounting gives you the flexibility to easily move the gate from room to room.

NOTE: When in pressure mount mode, gate does not swing open. You must remove entirely from doorway or area to open.

When hardware mounting the gate in a doorway with a baseboard, you might need to use the spacers provided.

Hardware vs. Pressure Mount Usage

Location

Walk-through

Baseboards

Versatility

Top of stairs

Between rooms

Gate swings open for walk through

Gate removal for walk through

Works with uneven surfaces

(Spacers provided for hardware mode)

Interchangeable between hardware and pressure modes

Portable between rooms

Hardware

Mode

Pressure

Mode

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To install

WARNING:

ALWAYS use the hardware mounting method when installing the All-Clear Swing Gate at the top of stairs, as it provides maximum security. Do not use in pressure mount mode at the top of stairs. Adult assembly required.

The First Years All-Clear Swing Gate can be either pressure mounted or hardware mounted. Once hardware mounted, you can also switch back and forth for use in pressure mount application.

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Hardware mounting for swing-thru convenience

Hinge side

One-way swing (for use at top of stairs)

Hinge side

Two-way swing

minimum opening of 30" wide

27.5" — 42.5" wide

Stairs

Mounting area

For proper installation, the gate must be installed in an opening where wall on both sides is straight and the floor is level.

NOTE: Hinge bracket spacers may be necessary if there’s a baseboard. (See page 5 for installation instructions.)

Pressure mounted side

Mounting surfaces

Remember that the hinge and wall mount brackets must be firmly screwed into solid wood surfaces or solid wood studs. Do not attach to metal railing or metal wall covering, or to sheet rock, plaster or lathe board (unless you have verified that a stud is directly underneath).

Determine gate swing

Two-way swing (diagram 1)

• Minimum opening of 30" wide

One-way swing (diagram

• Stairway with an opening 27.5–42.5" wide (must use safety bracket)

One-way swing (diagram

Safety bracket side

• Stairway with an opening 30–42.5" wide (must use safety bracket)

)

You will need:

• Drill with 1/8 inch drill bit

• Masking tape

• Phillips screwdriver

One-way swing (for use at top of stairs)

30" — 42.5" wide

Stairs

Safety bracket side

Hinge side

WARNING:

When mounting at the top of stairs ALWAYS assure gate swings away from stairs and ALWAYS use safety bracket.

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Hardware mounting (cont.)

Attach hinge brackets

Attach hinge brackets to wooden stair post, doorframe or wall studs on the side of the stairway or doorway where you want hinges. Opening must be at least 27.5 inches wide but no wider than 42.5 inches. Gate will swing open on the opposite side. (See page 4 to determine gate swing.)

NOTE: You may need to use the hinge bracket spacers provided if gate is being mounted in a doorway or area with a baseboard.

1. Installation with baseboard only:

Select the hinge bracket spacer(s) that will provide the additional width you need to eliminate the uneven space caused by the presence of a baseboard in the doorway or area you plan to install the gate.

2. Installation with baseboard only:

Stack the spacer(s) as needed under the upper hinge bracket (see example).

Example

3. Position mounting template against

mounting surface with bottom end flush against floor, as shown in diagram is straight.

4. Tape in place, as shown in diagram

5. Use tip of screw to mark screw holes as shown in diagram

6. Remove template and drill pilot holes with 1/8 inch drill bit, approximately 2 inches deep.

7. One at a time, attach the spacer/upper hinge bracket assembly and the lower hinge bracket to the wall. Be sure to attach the

upper hinge bracket (T-shaped) at the top and the lower hinge bracket (L-shaped) at the bottom as shown in diagram a. Position hinge brackets so holes are centered over pilot holes.

b. Attach using 4 of the screws provided. Insert and secure the screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

. Assure that template

Installation

with baseboard

Installation

without baseboard

Installation

with baseboard

Installation

without baseboard

Hang gate in hinge brackets

1. Place the lower hinge pin in lower hinge bracket as shown in diagram the pin is properly seated in bracket.

2. Lower the upper hinge pin as shown in diagram

a. Press the bottom of the hinge pin release

slider in.

b. Slide down to lower the upper hinge pin

on top of the gate.

3. With the gate open, hold the gate 90° to hinge and directly below the upper hinge bracket. Align the upper hinge pin with the bracket as shown in diagram the hinge pin release slider to spring load the hinge pin into the upper hinge bracket. Make sure the pin is properly seated in bracket.

. Make sure

. Let go of

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Hardware mounting (cont.)

arrow points to stairs

lower side

Safety Bracket

higher side

Attach safety brackets

(Required for use at the top of stairs; optional everywhere else.) These brackets are for use on wall or surface opposite the hinge bracket.

WARNING:

If installing the All-Clear Swing Gate at the top of the stairs, you must attach the 2 safety brackets to serve as a mechanical locking mechanism. Make sure arrows of stair safety brackets are located to side that faces stairs, as shown in diagram

1. Position mounting template against mounting surface with bottom end

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flush against floor as shown in diagram straight and in alignment with hinge brackets by swinging gate closed.

2. Tape in place as shown in diagram

3. Use tip of screw to mark screw holes as shown in diagram

4. Remove template and drill pilot holes with 1/8 inch drill bit,

approximately 2 inches deep.

5. One at a time, attach the safety brackets to the wall with the arrow pointing to the stairs as shown in diagram

a. Position brackets so holes are centered over pilot holes.

b. Attach using 4 of the screws provided. Insert and secure the screws

using a Phillips screwdriver.

6. Swing gate in place to ensure bumpers come to a stop and rest in safety brackets. If needed, adjust adjustment knobs for proper fit in safety brackets, as shown in diagram

. Assure that template is

WARNING:

Always check gate to ensure it stays in place.

Adjust width

Go to page 7 and follow “Pressure mounting/Adjusting width” to adjust your gate width and finish the installation.

In order for gate to swing freely when mounted at top of stairs, you must adjust the width of the gate and adjustment knobs so that the edges of the adjustment knobs touch the lower sides of the safety brackets. If needed, see diagram

for location of lower side.

To use

To open gate

Holding the release handle with one hand, first use your thumb to push and slide the release button that is most comfortable for you, then lift up on the release handle. You can now swing the gate open for walk-thru convenience.

To close gate

Swing gate shut. Lower release handle back in place. You may need to press gently against gate until you hear the handle click into place.

To verify that gate is locked, gently pull or push against it.

To temporarily remove gate for pressure mount use

The All-Clear Swing Gate can be easily removed from the brackets for use as a pressure mount gate in another room. To temporarily remove gate, simply open the gate and press the hinge pin release slider down to lower hinge pin on top of gate. Lift gate up and out of brackets. Then follow “Pressure mounting/Adjusting width” instructions.

NOTE: In pressure mount mode, gate no longer swings open.

IMPORTANT: The gate should be checked periodically for general condition with particular attention to the security of the attachments

and operation of locking devices.

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Pressure mounting/Adjusting width

NOTE FOR HARDWARE INSTALLED GATE: Follow steps 1-5 to adjust the width of your gate to finish installation.

Place the gate in a doorway or hallway that is at least 27.5 inches wide but no wider than 42.5 inches.

IMPORTANT: Hold the gate upright during installation, flush against floor.

NOTE: Do not use pressure mount mode at top of stairs. Hardware is included for top of stair use.

1. Holding the release handle with one hand, first use your thumb to push and slide the release button that is most comfortable for you, as shown in diagram as shown in diagram

NOTE: We designed the All-Clear Swing Gate with two release

buttons to make it easy to open regardless of where you are standing when you want to open the release handle. You only need to push and slide ONE release button in order to lift the release handle.

2. Open the top and bottom adjustment buckles as shown in diagram

a. Push the adjustment buckle tab to the left and hold in place. b. Now lift up the adjustment buckle to release. Be sure to

release both the top and bottom buckles.

TIP: You may find it difficult to open the adjustment buckles. The tightness you may encounter is an intentional safety measure that we’ve built-in for optimal child security. To make it easier to open the adjustment buckles, try placing the gate flat on the floor with buckle side facing up towards you. Then, follow steps a. and b. above and continue with the installation.

, then lift up on the release handle,

NOTE: Illustration

3. With the release handle up in the unlocked position, slide panels ( shown in diagram

TIP: Lean over the top of the gate. Grasp each panel in center

at point opposing directions.

IMPORTANT: Always hold the gate in the center when sliding

the panels out to adjust.

NOTE: If the gate is being

pressure mounted in an opening with baseboards or other uneven surface, you may need to adjust the adjustment knobs for an optimal fit, as shown in diagram

) until the adjustment knobs hit the door jam, as

shows the gate pressure mounted.

and simultaneously push each panel to slide in

4. While holding gate on point A, press the adjustment buckles (

) down to lock panels in place at the desired width as

shown in diagram

5. Lower release handle (

. Pads will press up against mounting surface. Your gate is

now locked!

) down to lock as shown in diagram

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Pressure mounting (cont.)

To use

To open gate

Holding the release handle with one hand, first use your thumb to push and slide the release button that is most comfortable for you, then lift up on the release handle. With both hands grasping the carry handle, slide gate up and out of doorframe.

To reinstall gate

Lift release handle up. Slide gate back into place in the doorframe and push release handle down to lock.

WARNING:

When repositioning, always check that the adjustment knobs are in firm contact with the doorframe and that the release handle is in the locked position. ALWAYS retest the gate for security after positioning.

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To clean

Wash with warm water using mild liquid soap. Use a soft cloth to avoid scratching the panels. Rinse with clear water and wipe dry with a soft cloth.

NOTE: Never use solvents, chemicals, scouring powders or sharp tools when cleaning the panels or gate.

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Service

Replacement or additional parts should only be obtained from The First Years.

Please contact our Parent Service Center: 1-800-533-6708 or www.thefirstyears.com.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

If you are not completely satisfied with this product, please call our Parent Service Center at the toll-free number above.

USA/Canada: The First Years Inc., Avon, MA 02322-1171, U.S.A. Toll-free: 1-800-533-6708.

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