CGS Nationwide Industries PROTECTOR NW6149 Guide

Upper
Post
Bracket
Lower Post
Bracket
Gate
Latch
Gate Post
1-5/8" Gate Shim
(as required)
Gate Side
Fig. 1
Bracket Mtg Screw
#10 x 3/4" Drill Pt
Panhead Screw
Bracket Mtg Screw
#10 x 3/4" Drill Pt
Flathead Screw
Keeper
Bracket
Keeper Mtg Screw
#10 x 5/8" Panhead
Screw
Keeper Mtg Screw
#10 x 1/2" Panhead
Screw
Protector Keeper
Assembly
Post Side
Fig.2
Fence Post
(3) 2-3/8", 2-5/8"
or 2-7/8"
Post Shims
(as required)
Bracket Mtg Screw
#10 x 3/4" Drill Pt
Panhead Screw
Upper & Lower
Brackets
Normal: 7.5"
Min: 6.0"
Max: 11.0"
1/2"
Upper Post
Bracket
Lower Post
Bracket
Keeper
Bracket
Lower Bracket
Alignment Holes
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ ALL OF THE
INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
The PROTECTOR Round Post Adapter Kit is designed to mount the
PROTECTOR MAGNETIC GATE LATCH to a 1-3/8" or 1-5/8" dia. Gate
and standard range of Post dia's.
A set of Shims have been provided to fit the most commonly used Fence
Post and Gate sizes. However, a 1-3/8" dia. Gate on a 2" dia. Post does
not require Shims.
Note:
Also Review The Protector Gate Latch Installation Sheet
STEP 1 - Marking the Mounting Location:
Attach the Protector Keeper Assembly to the Keeper Bracket (Fig. 1). 1.
Slide the NEW Upper & Lower Post Brackets into Gate Latch rear
groove as shown (Fig. 3). Align the Gate Latch and Lower Post
Bracket alignment holes and secure with #8 FlatHead Screw (Fig. 8).
Assemble the Keeper and Latch in the LATCHED POSITION (Fig. 3). 2.
Using the ENTIRE Assembly as a Template, Locate as shown (Fig. 3 3.
& 4) and MARK the Location of the Keeper Bracket and the Upper &
Lower Post Brackets.
Unlock Keeper from Latch. Remove the Keeper from Bracket. Remove 4.
Upper & Lower Brackets from Latch.
Using each bracket as a Template, return Brackets to the respective
location and mark each mounting hole location (Fig. 4). Make sure to
locate holes on the centerline of the Post .
Note: The Adapter Kit includes Self-Drilling Mounting screws, but
to ease installation, we suggest drilling pilot holes .
R
R
R
R
R
Keeper
Bracket
C
L
C
L
R
Fig. 4
Fig. 3
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INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Liability Limitation & Warranty: This product is inspected prior to shipment and
is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and
workmanship. No warranty applies if the product has been tampered with or
damaged by the purchaser, and in no case shall the manufacturer or supplier
be liable for damages which are incidental or consequential.
Disclaimer: The manufacturer and supplier of this device cannot and will not accept
responsibility for unauthorized modifications to or for defective maintenance of this
device. No modification to this device whatsoever is to be made other than with
respect to the adjustments outlined in this installation instruction. If this device fails
to function properly, it should be returned promptly to the supplier for replacement.
THE PROTECTOR ROUND POST ADAPTER KIT
NW6149
05-02-08 BY: CGS
SHEET 1 OF 2
REV. 00

45°
Gate Post
1-5/8" Gate Shim
(as required)
Gate Side
Fig. 5
Bracket Mtg Screw
#10 x 3/4" Drill Pt
Panhead Screw
Bracket Mtg Screw
#10 x 3/4" Drill Pt
Flathead Screw
Keeper
Bracket
Post Side
Fig. 6
Fence Post
Post Shims
(as required)
Bracket Mtg Screw
#10 x 3/4" Drill Pt
Panhead Screw
Upper & Lower
Post Brackets
Post Shim
Installation
Fig. 7
Post Shims
Lower Post Bracket
Upper Post Bracket
Fence Post
Latch Set Screw
#8 x 3/8" FlatHead Scr
Gate Latch
Fig. 8
Post Shim Post Bracket
STEP 2 - Installing the Upper & Lower Post Brackets and Gate Latch:
Note: If Req'd, Insert the (3) 2-3/8", 2-5/8" or 2-7/8" Post Shims as shown (Fig. 7).
Locate Upper & Lower Post Brackets (and shims as req'd.) on the Fence Post as 1.
marked. Using the supplied (6) #10 x 3/4" Drill Pt PanHead screws, insert thru the
Mounting Holes and drill into the Fence Post (Fig. 6). DO NOT fully tighten screws,
slight movement of the brackets may be required during installation ot the Gate Latch
Assembly (Fig. 3).
Note: Make sure to locate Mounting Screws on centerline of Posts.
Align the rear groove of the Gate Latch and Upper & Lower Post Brackets. Slide Latch 2.
into position (Fig. 3).
STEP 3 - Installing the Keeper Bracket and Keeper Assembly:
Note: If the Gate Post is 1-5/8" dia. , insert the Gate Shim as shown (Fig. 5).
Locate the Keeper Bracket (and shim as req'd) on the Gate as marked (Fig. 4). Using 1.
the supplied (2) #10 x 3/4" Drill Pt FlatHead Screws, insert screws thru the 45
mounting holes and drill into the Gate Post (Fig. 5).
Install (2) #10 x 3/4" Drill Pt PanHead screws thru remaining slotted mounting holes and 2.
drill into the Gate Post (Fig. 5).
Note: Make sure to locate Mounting Screws on centerline of Posts
Mount Keeper Assembly to the Keeper Bracket by using the (2) #10 x 1/2" PanHead 3.
screws in the FRONT of the Keeper Assembly and the (2) #10 x 5/8" PanHead Screws
in the SIDE of the Keeper Assembly (Fig. 1).
Close Gate and confirm correct alignment. Adjust as required and tighten all mounting 4.
screws.
Re-Insert Gate Latch Set Screw (Fig. 8). Installation is complete. 5.
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Liability Limitation & Warranty: This product is inspected prior to shipment and
is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and
workmanship. No warranty applies if the product has been tampered with or
damaged by the purchaser, and in no case shall the manufacturer or supplier
be liable for damages which are incidental or consequential.
Disclaimer: The manufacturer and supplier of this device cannot and will not accept
responsibility for unauthorized modifications to or for defective maintenance of this
device. No modification to this device whatsoever is to be made other than with
respect to the adjustments outlined in this installation instruction. If this device fails
to function properly, it should be returned promptly to the supplier for replacement.
THE PROTECTOR ROUND POST ADAPTER KIT
NW6149
05-02-08 BY: CGS
SHEET 2 OF 2
REV. 00