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Safetech Pool Latch
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See the installation instructions included with the latch
Locinox Latch
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See the installation instructions included with the latch
Gravity Latch
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The clasp portion will go on the post (in a double gate setup it will go on the adjoining gate half in the
center) with the larger padlock hole facing the bottom. Use the smaller supplied self -tapping screws to
mount the clasp portion to the post.
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The latch will install as shown in Figure 20. The arm
will go on your gate frame while the clasp or catch goes
on your post.
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Line it up to intercept the clasp and affix to the gate
frame using the smaller self-tapping screws provided.
The arm will be close to the edge on the Traditional
grade 1.5” gate frames, but they will fit. If you are
concerned about fitment, you can pre-drill a smaller
pilot hole to locate the self-tapping screw when attach
the arm.
Drop Rod (Double Gates Only)
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If you have a double gate to be manually opened, you will
need to install a drop rod on one or both leafs to keep it the gate stationary in the center. Do not rely on a
latch alone to hold a double gate shut.
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Mount the drop rod brackets on the inside (property side) of the gate frame using the supplied hardware.
Install the brackets so that the curved part of the drop rod can rest on the top bracket with the rod also in
full contact with the ground.
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If you are mounting over grass drive a small piece of pipe one size larger than the drop rod into the
ground as a more solid catch point for the rod. If you are mounting over concrete, drill out the concrete
and use a small portion of pipe for that as well to avoid chipping of the concrete around the drop rod.
Figure 20 - Latch on Post (left) Arm on Gate
(right)
