Kidco Elongate G24 User manual

Elongate Model G60 for openings 45” to 60” wide
Use 1 optional 24” extension (Model G24) when opening is 5’ to 7’ wide
Use 2 optional 24” extension (Model G24) when opening is 7’ to 9’ wide
Use 3 optional 24” extension (Model G24) when opening is 9’ to 11' wide
Use 4
optional 24” extension (Model G24) when opening is 11' to 13’ wide
Maximum 4 extensions per gate.
User Guide
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FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY AND
KEEP THEM FOR
FUTURE
REFERENCE
This gate is designed for children from 6
months to 36 months. Since each child’s
skills develop at different ages, these age
parameters should be monitored against your
child’s own development.
Intended for use with children
from 6 months through 36
months.
Check and tighten all hardware
and mountings regularly.
To prevent serious injury or
death, securely install gate or
enclosure and use according
to manufacturer’s instructions.
Never use with a child able to
climb over or dislodge/open the
gate or enclosure.
Never use if gate is 3/4 child’s
height.
Do not use if any part of gate is
broken or missing.
This product will not neccessarily
prevent all accidents. Never leave
child unattended.
Use only spare parts from KidCo.
Never allow child to climb or
swing on gate.
Use only with the locking/latching
mechanism securely engaged.
Closely supervise child when
gate is installed at the top of the
stairs.

Hinge Side Hardware Locking Side Hardware
2 Hinge bottoms (c)
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2 Locking latches (e)
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2 Hinge spindles with locknuts (I)
2 Locking latch brackets (f) I!!8
2 Springs (k)
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1 Bottom latch spindle 61/4" (m)
2 Hinge caps (d)
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General Hardware
8 Wood screws (g)
1 Protective plastic cover (h)
c
1 Main gate section
with door opening (n)
4 Expansion screw sockets (i) u
1 Second Section (o)
4 Expansion screws
(j)
f
1 Stabilizing foot (p)
1 Wrench (q)
Hinge
Latch spindle
already fitted (q)
1 Hinge side template (a) 1 1
Templates are precise. Due to size
they are not intemet reproducible.
Please contact customer service
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for replacement templates.
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1 Locking side template (b) .
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important: Gate must be installed in a struc-
turally sound opening. Hinge side of gate
must be mounted to a rigid surface.
Ensure mounting surface (wall, door frame,
stairpost etc.) is strong, rigid and has an even
surface.
If using gate on a stairway it must be placed
either on top stair or on lowest stair at bot-
tom.
If using on a top step, use of an optional step
plate is recommended to reduce tripping
potential.
Mounting Hinge Side
Screws provided are for mounting directly
into wood. If mounting into brick, drywall
or other surfaces, use appropriate hard-
ware. If installing into hardwood (i.e. oak),
drilling a pilot hole may be necessary.
Hold template (a) against mounting surface,
making sure end marked
“i” is even with
floor.
Mark 4 screw hole positions.
Remove template.
Using 2 wood screws (g) and only lower
screw holes, mount hinge bottoms (c) with
posts pointing up. Top screw holes will be
used later.

Screw hinge spindles (I) into top and bottom
rails of second section (o) until they are
extended equally. These will be adjusted to
correct length at a later stage so do not
tighten.
Mounting Locking Side
Screws provided are for mounting directly
into wood. If mounting into brick, drywall
or other surfaces, use appropriate hard-
ware. If installing into hardwood (i.e. oak)
drilling a pilot hole may be necessary.
Hold template (b) against mounting surface in
line with opposite hinges, making sure end
marked “1” is even with floor.
Mark 4 screw hole positions.
Remove template.
Fit a locking latch (e) into locking latch brac-
ket (f) and using 2 screws, screw into lower
set of screw holes.
Fit remaining locking latch (e) into remaining
locking latch bracket (f).
Determine which direction gate should open.
For stairways, gate should never open out
over stairs.
As an added safety measure, a stop pin has
been provided. Inset-t stop pin (r) from behind
locking latch bracket into hole opposite gate
opening direction.
Using 2 wood screws,screw into upper set of
screw holes.
Push bottom latch spindle (m) into lower rail
of main gate section (n).
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The correct width will be reached by adjus-
ting gate sections and all four corner spind-
les. Each spindle adjusts individually and
may be extended to varying lengths to allow
for molding, uneven walls, etc. Spindles may
be extended a minimum af 1” but not more
than 4” on each side.
Adjust gate sections until gate is approxi-
mately right width and adjustment holes are
aligned top and bottom. Sections should fit
without any distance between bars.
Gate sections must not be extended any
further than 4 adjustment holes from
spindle ends of gate and holes must
overlap at two places on both the top
and bottom railing.
Place one set of expansion screws and
screw sockets (i and j) in top and bottom set
of overlapping adjustment holes nearest hin-
ge side of gate and second set of expansion
screws and screw sockets in overlapping
holes nearest locking side of gate. Tighten
with screwdriver.
Push stabilizing foot (p) into vertical tube.
Use of stabilizing foot is optional unless one
or more (maximum 4) optional extensions are
used.
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Center gate in opening. Gaps on each side
should be equal.
Place hinge spindles (I) over hinge bottom
posts (c), dropping them into place. Adjust
latch spindles out until they fit securely into
the two locking brackets. Latch spindles
must be adjusted so they click under locking
latch when in closed position.
Space between end of gate and mounting
surface should be no less than 1” and not
more than 4” on each side.
Check that gate can be easily opened and
closed without catching.
Place a spring (k) and hinge cap (d) on each
hinge post. This may require some manipula-
tion to ensure hinge posts fit and holes line
up. Insert remaining screws and tighten. With
wrench (q) tighten lock nuts on all spindles
towards gate.
WARNING: The spring must be placed
OVER hinge spindle and hinge cap must
be installed as directed.
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A protective plastic cover (h) is provided for
the top latch spindle. Cut cover, remove latch
spindle and put cover on. Return spindle and
adjust to correct length.
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Safety foot
To open walk through section, press down on
top locking latch, lift walk through section so
hinge is raised (a), and slide out of bracket.
Note: The gate should always be in locked
position. If gate is open and excessive
pressure is applied, hinge posts are desig-
ned to break to prevent structural dama-
ge.
To close gate, lift walk through section and
position safety foot onto frame, making sure
hinge has dropped down (b). To lock gate,
latch spindle at top must click under locking
latch.
l No part of gate needs lubrication.
* Clean by sponging with warm water and
mild detergent.
l Do not use abrasive cleaners or bleach.
l If using out doors, and to help prevent rust,
treat all exposed metal on gate with a rust
inhibitor. Some rusting may still occur.
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KIDCO LIMITED WARRANTY
Your KidCo product is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of one
year from date of purchase under normal use and in compliance with the operating instruc-
tions. This warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser and is only valid when suppli-
ed with proof of purchase.
KidCo will either repair, or at our option replace, free of charge, any parts necessary to correct
defects in material or workmanship during the warranty period. This warranty is complete and
exclusive. The warranty expressly disclaims liability for incidental, special and consequential
damages of any nature. Any implied warranty arising by operation of law shall be limited in
operation to the terms of this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above may not apply to you, This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
have other rights which vary from state to state.
SHOULD REPAIR OR PARTS BE NECESSARY
Should a repair be needed during the warranty period, ship the gate in the original carton or
similar protective container (check any retail store or purchase from UPS) and send freight
prepaid (we suggest UPS) to: KidCo, Inc., 1013 Technology Way, Libertyville, IL 60048.
Include a note with your return address, day-time telephone number, and specify what is
wrong with the product. Repairs can normally be made within 48 hours after receipt at KidCo.
For additional information CALL our customer service department at [phone].
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