Qdos Construct-A-SafeGate User manual

USER GUIDE
Construct-A-SafeGate
Height 29.5" (75 cm)
Maximum Opening 82.7" (210 cm) with included hardware
Add additional sections to fit any opening
IMPORTANT: Qdos wants to keep your children safe
and for that we need you to do your part by carefully
reading and following the instructions below. Please read
through the instructions before starting the installation.
For installation videos and FAQ go to: QdosSafety.com

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IMPORTANT!
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
When installed according to these instructions and
between two strong and rigid surfaces, this gate has
been tested to meet or exceed the following Safety
Standards, US- ASTM F-1004, Canada- SOR/90-39, and
European-EN 1930.
WARNING
• Children have died or been seriously injured
when gates are not securely installed.
• ALWAYS install and use gate as directed using all
required parts.
• Intended for use with children from 6 months up
to 24 months of age.
• STOP using when a child can climb over or
dislodge the gate.
• NEVER use to keep child away from pool.
• Use only with the locking mechanism securely
engaged.
• Regularly check all hardware and do not use if any
part of gate is broken or missing.
• This product will not necessarily prevent all
accidents. NEVER leave child unattended.
• NEVER step or climb over the gate, always open
to pass through.
• For indoor use only.
• Fits openings up to 82.7" (210 cm).
• Never leave the gate unlocked/open as older
children may play with the gate and get injured or
damage the gate.
HELP?
To help you install your gate quickly and easily, please go
to qdossafety.com for installation videos and FAQ’s to help
you succeed. You may also contact our customer service at
[email protected].com or by phone at 800-593-5522.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Check the gate regularly to ensure all the hardware and
mountings are tightened. Clean using a mild soap and
wipe with a damp cloth.
WARRANTY
Your Qdos product is warrantied to be free from
manufacturing defects in material or workmanship for
a period of 1 year from date of purchase, when used
under normal conditions and in compliance with these
instructions.
Qdos will either repair, or at its option replace, free of
charge, any parts necessary to correct any defect in
material or workmanship during the warranty period.
USE LOCATIONS
This Construct-A-SafeGate is the “Starter Kit” that can
either be used as is or with multiple sections which
can be purchased separately and added to provide
protection in dicult places like:
- Around bottom of stairs where it is hard or impossible
to mount a traditional gate.
- Around 2 staircases with 1 going up and 1 going down.
- Block o wide openings, either inside the opening or in
front of the opening, where a traditional gate won’t
work.
- Around wood stoves, hearths and fireplaces.
- As a freestanding playard when linked to itself and more.
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1x Door Section 1x Flat
Hinge Cover
2x Wall Bracket A
with bigger (1.5"/38 mm)
opening
8x Short 3/4" (19 mm)
Screws
8x Long 1.5" (38 mm)
Screws
2x Connecting
Spindles
4x Wall Plates
2 x Long Sections 2x Recessed
Hinge Covers
2x Wall Bracket B
with smaller (1"/25 mm)
opening
1x Flat Hinge Cover with
threaded post
PARTS LIST:
ASmall
opening
Large
opening B

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IMPORTANT
When installing the gate in front of stairs, place it at least
24" (61 cm) from the top or bottom step. When installed
in front of a fireplace place it at least 30" (76.2 cm) away
from the fire.
EXTRA SECTIONS AND DOORS AVAILABLE
Two sizes of additional sections and a door section are
available as needed, each sold separately.
Construct-A-SafeGate Short Section– 7.9" (20 cm)
Construct-A-SafeGate Long Section– 23.6" (60 cm)
Construct-A-SafeGate Door Section- 31.5" (80 cm)
ASSEMBLY
General
The following assembly instructions work for all sections
of the Construct-A-SafeGate. They can all be assembled
and reassembled in any order to fit the location.
Step 1
Determine the width of the area you need to protect, and
whether or not the “Starter Kit” is enough, or if you need
to purchase additional sections.
Step 2
Decide where you want the Door Section located in the
gate. Normally it’s most convenient to have the door in
the center or near the center of the gate span.
Step 3
On the hinge side of the Door Section, position a Section
with the flush hinge to nest with the open hinge on the
door section. Position at the desired angle.
Insert the Connecting Spindle with the silver end toward
the top. The bottom of the Connecting Spindle is
threaded and will fit onto the threaded post in the lower
hinge. Only screw the Connecting Spindle in partially by
hand to allow for possible angle adjustments of the gate
later without having to unscrew the Connecting Spindle.
Examples:
Section
Door Section
Wall Mount
Purchased Additional
Extension
Flush hinge
Open hinge
Floor Top

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Step 7
Start with the end of the gate with the “flat” hinges
sticking out. Position the Flat Hinge Cover with the
threaded post under bottom hinge.
Insert the Flat Hinge Cover on the Top Hinge on the same
side of the gate, then slide Wall Bracket B over the top
hinge and insert the Connecting Spindle.
Slide the second Wall Bracket B onto the Connecting
Spindle before connecting to and tightening to the
Hinge.
Step 4
Repeat Step 3 on the locking side of the door Section, by
sliding the open hinge on the Section in under the flush
hinge on the Door Section. Insert Connecting Spindle
and only screw in partially.
Step 5
Repeat Step 3 and 4 for any additional Sections needed.
MOUNTING TO THE WALL
The Construct-A-SafeGate must be secured to a wall,
except when used as a free standing playard. Always
secure the gate with both the top and bottom Wall
Brackets.
Step 6
Notice that there are two sets of Wall Brackets. Two with
larger spacing (marked A) and two with a smaller spacing
(marked B). You will be using the two A’s on one side of
the gate and the two B’s on the other.
Floor
Top
Flush hinge
Open hinge
with threaded
post
Flat Hinge
Cover with
threaded
post
A
Small
opening
Large
opening
B
Wall Bracket B
Flat
Hinge
Cover
Wall Bracket B
Flat hinge
Flat hinge

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Step 8
For the other end of the gate with the “recessed” hinges,
you will use Hinge Bracket A both at the top and bottom.
Place the Top Hinge Covers on both the top and bottom
hinges. Slide Wall Bracket A over the top hinge and insert
Connecting Spindle. Slide the second Wall Bracket A
onto the Connecting Spindle with the cone shaped end
down.
Step 9
Attach the Wall Plates to the Wall Brackets by aligning
the key slots and slide in until the Wall Place locks into
place.
IMPORTANT:
REGARDING THE INCLUDED MOUNTING SCREWS!
Before marking where to attach the gate, make sure you
have chosen a solid surface for mounting the gate to. The
included screws are intended for the following locations.
Directly into wood
The Short Screws 3/4” (19 mm) are
used when mounting directly into
wood, for example in a door frame
or other framed opening. If installing
into hardwood, first drill a pilot hole.
Into a stud behind drywall
Use a studfinder to locate where there
is a stud behind the drywall. Then use
the Long Screws 1.5″(38 mm) to mount
the gate into the stud.
Any other surface
If mounting into drywall, brick or other surface, use
only the appropriate hardware for that surface. Consult
with a certified child proofer, a handyman or your local
hardware store if you are unsure.
Wall Bracket A Recessed
Hinge
Cover
Recessed hinge
Wall Bracket A

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Step 10
Position the gate in the desired position and rotate Wall
Brackets to be flush with the wall. Using a pencil carefully
mark the position of each Wall Plate. The lower Wall
Brackets can be adjusted up or down on the Connecting
Spindle to avoid interfering with a baseboard, if present.
Step 11
Remove the Wall Plates from the Wall Brackets by
depressing the locking tab and then push it down.
Place the Wall Plate inside the markings on the wall with
the locking tab at the top and mark the screw holes (they
are all identical). After this you can erase the markings
for the positioning of the Wall Plates from the wall.
Step 12
Attach the four Wall Plates, by using the supplied wood
screws or other appropriate hardware as needed.
Step 13
Once you are satisfied with the installation and all angles
are correct tighten all Connecting Spindles by hand and
secure them.
FREE STANDING PLAYARD
To assemble as a free standing playard begin by
following Steps 1 through 5. You then connect the ends
of the enclosure together as instructed.
Depress
and
Push
Down

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GATE OPERATION
To open – Slide locking button back and at the same time
lift the door.
To close – Position door parallel with frame and push
door down to lock.
IMPORTANT:
Never leave the gate unlocked or open as older children
may play with the gate causing personal injury or
damage to the gate, voiding the manufacturer’s warranty.
REMOVING GATE FROM WALL
To remove the gate from the wall, press the locking tab
on the Wall Plates and lift gate up.
Start by releasing the two bottom Wall Brackets, as they
can slide up on the tube once released. Then release the
top Wall Brackets.
Depress and
Lift
1
2
Locked

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04/2020