GATE MAINTENANCE
GATE CARE & REMINDERS
GATE WARRANTY
Your Cardinal Gate is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects for a period of one year
from the date of purchase when used in homes, and according to manufacturers instructions.
When used commercially, such as day care centers, the warranty is 90 days.
Cardinal Gates, lnc. will either repair or replace, at our option, any parts necessary to correct
defects in material or workmanship during the warranty period. The warranty disclaims liabilty
for incidental, special and consequential damages of any nature.
TO EXERCISE WARRANTY:
Ship your gate in a protective carton, freight prepaid to:
CARDINAL GATES, INC.
79 Amlajack Way
Newnan, GA 30265
You must include the following:
1. Proof of purchase (store receipt, etc.).
2. Brief note describing problem with gate.
3. Full return address along with phone number.
FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE
Call 1-800-318-3380
79 Amlajack Way
Newnan, GA 30265
770-252-4200
www.cardinalgates.com
GATE OPERATION
FOR OPENING: FOR CLOSING:
When approaching
gate, if latch is to your
left, use right hand.
Depress flip latches
simultaneously with
thumb and index
finger while lifting
gate with remaining
fingers of hand.
REMEMBER: Latch to right, use left hand; latch to left, use right hand
Grasp gate in
middle. Lift
gate and align
latch pins with
bracket holes.
Drop in place.
There is no
need to close
gate using flip
latches.
When used outdoors we suggest spraying hinge and latch parts with a marine corrosion inhibitor
by CRC or equivalent. This can be obtained normally at marinas or auto parts stores. Remove
set screws when separating frames for cleaning. An external hardware set is available. Please
call for information.
To clean, rinse with lukewarm water, wash gently with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water,
using a soft cloth or sponge. Rinse again. Dry with a soft cloth or sponge to prevent water spotting.
DO NOT SCRUB or use brushes or squeegees.
At CARDINAL GATES, INC., we design what we believe to be the very best, and most user
friendly gates available. Our gates are built to last many years with proper use and care. Here
are a few suggestions...
• Close gates gently - do not slam - to prevent damage to latch mechanism.
• When closing, be sure safety bracket on gate frame engages as depicted in instructions.
• Children should not be allowed to swing on an open gate as this can damage hinge mount.
• Keep allen wrench in a secure place. We suggest removing set screws when separating sections
for cleaning. Periodically check all screws, bolts, etc. for security and proper adjustment.
CARDINAL GATES, INC., offers many accessories such as extensions, stair kits, and other
safety products. Check with your dealer or call CARDINAL GATES, INC. at 1-800-318-3380.
We sincerely hope that you thoroughly enjoy many years of service from your CARDINAL GATE.
Children have died or been seriously injured when gates are not securely installed.
· ALWAYS install and use gates as directed using all required parts.
· STOP using when a child can climb over or dislodge the gate.
· Use only with the latching mechanism securely engaged.
· NEVER use to keep child away from pool.
ALWAYS
DISCONTINUE
USE IF GATE
BECOMES
DAMAGED,
BROKEN OR
DISASSEMBLED.
