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Flood_Gate_FAQ_20190709
*Overall width. Additional width added to Flood Gate
width is only 0.25in per side rail.
My door opens out- what are my options?
The Flood Gate cannot be mounted on the outside as the jack needs to face away from the water
& you will no longer have access to the jack with closed doors. In this case, the Flood Gate must be
installed on the inside of the doorway.
Do I have to make any alterations to the door frame?
As long as your reveal area is smooth, you should not have to make any alterations. If your
reveal is too small or unsmooth, you may need to add thin spacers & use silicone caulk to level
any uneven surfaces.
Can I put these in a window frame?
Yes, as long as there is enough reveal & the window is greater than 26in high & you can open
the window from the inside to access the back scissor jack for tightening.
Can I install the Flood Gate with the scissor jack facing towards oncoming water?
No, the solid outer neoprene sleeve needs to face oncoming water.
Under the sleeve are 2 steel plates which slide when adjusting
in size and then seal against the frame structure when hit with
oncoming water, creating a solid surface. Securing this in the
opposite direction will cause these steel plates to spread apart &
cause seepage.
Incorrect Installation example.
Do Flood Gates require any maintenance?
Yes, after each use, hand wash the outer sleeve & let dry. Wipe down the steel Flood Gate
frame system & apply a small amount of grease to all moving mechanisms. Open & close the
jack with a few turns in each direction, allowing the grease to move through the jack system.
What if I have a ush mount door frame?
Side Rails are an optional add on & can be mounted on the outer edge of the wall, which will
hold the Flood Gate in place. (See instruction manual for more details)
Where should I store my Flood Gate?
Store Flood Gates in a nearby storage cabinet or closet in its normal upright position. If
multiple units are stored together, be sure to place them sleeve to sleeve, to make sure the
jacks don’t get damaged against each other.
Can I stack Floodgates one on top of the other?
No. These units were not meant to be stacked on top of each other— this could cause damage to
the jacks.
Do you have a method for transporting multiple oodgates?
Yes, see Flood Gate cart for storage & deployment.
How much width does the stanchion add?
Allow .75in in calculating width needed.
What type of tool should I use for sub-mounting the base?”
Please refer to manual.
What if I want to create a U shape around the door?
Use the corner stanchion to create a corner and create a water tight seal around the door.
Can I use this in my sliding door?
Sliders typically do not offer enough depth to t. They often jam. You can either use the
corner stanchion or side rails to create a secure area for gates to go in outside.
2-way and 3-way stanchions available to
join multiple units together to create wider protection
or U-shape around doorways
Flood Gate Cart for ease &
speed of storage & deployment
Holds 7 Flood Gates & 4 Stanchions
Side Rails for uneven surfaces
ITEM HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH
Side Rails 27.5in 1.625in* 2.125in
Stanchion 27.5in 3.56in 9in
Base 6.75in 5in 6in
Dimensions Reference:
