• Fits doorways 27.5–42.5 inches wide • Option of hardware or pressure mount • Intended for use with children from 6 to 24 months 2 7 1 release handle 2 release buttons (2) 3 carry handle 4 adjustment buckle tabs 5 adjustment buckles 6 panels 7 top hinge pin 8 adjustment knobs (4) 9 hinge pin release slider bk lower hinge pin bl two-sided mounting template 13 10 2 3 4 5 6 9 1 12 11 14 15 16 17 bm 2" wood screws (8) bn safety brackets (2)** bo upper hinge bracket bp 1/8" hinge bracket spacers (2)* bq 9/16" hinge bracket spacer* br lower hinge bracket *When using the gate in hardware mode in a doorway with a baseboard, you might need to use these hinge bracket spacers. **IMPORTANT: When installing the gate at the top of the stairs, you must install the safety brackets. ENG CDN Contents 8 WARNING: CDNENG Safety Instructions WARNING: CDNENG Safety Instructions IMPORTANT! KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • To prevent serious injury or death, securely install gate and use according to manufacturer’s instructions. • Check daily that gate is securely fixed. • To prevent falls, never use at top of stairs without stair safety brackets. • Use only with locking mechanisms securely engaged. • This safety barrier must not be fixed across windows and similar openings. • If this gate is used at the top of the stairs to prevent a child from falling down the stairs, it must not be placed on any stair below the level of the top stair. • If this gate is used at the bottom of the stairs to prevent child from climbing up the stairs, it must be placed on the lowest stair. • Discontinue use immediately if any component is damaged or missing. • Do not hang or tie toys to any part of the gate. • Never allow children to swing on the gate. • Never use with a child able to climb over, dislodge or open the gate. • Keep child away from gate during operation. • Never leave child unattended. • Replacement parts should only be obtained from The First Years. Plan ahead Before you begin installation, you need to decide whether you want to pressure mount or hardware mount the gate. Hardware mounting (pages 4-6) must be used when installing the gate at the top of the stairs, and may be used in a doorway or hallway that you always want to be a secured area for your child. Hardware mounting provides the added convenience of one-handed, swing-thru opening. Once hardware is mounted, you can also switch back and forth for use in pressure mount application. Pressure mounting (pages 7-8) should be used to secure doorways or hallways that you only need to protect your child from some of the time. Pressure mounting gives you the flexibility to easily move the gate from room to room. NOTE: When in pressure mount mode, gate does not swing open. You must remove entirely from doorway or area to open. When hardware mounting the gate in a doorway with a baseboard, you might need to use the spacers provided. Hardware vs. Pressure Mount Usage Hardware Mode Pressure Mode Location Top of stairs Between rooms Walk-through Gate swings open for walk through Gate removal for walk through Baseboards Works with uneven surfaces (Spacers provided for hardware mode) Versatility Interchangeable between hardware and pressure modes Portable between rooms ! WARNING: CDNENG To install ALWAYS use the hardware mounting method when installing the All-Clear Swing Gate at the top of stairs, as it provides maximum security. Do not use in pressure mount mode at the top of stairs. Adult assembly required. ! WARNING: CDNENG To install ALWAYS use the hardware mounting method when installing the All-Clear Swing Gate at the top of stairs, as it provides maximum security. Do not use in pressure mount mode at the top of stairs. Adult assembly required. The First Years All-Clear Swing Gate can be either pressure mounted or hardware mounted. Once hardware mounted, you can also switch back and forth for use in pressure mount application. CDNENG Hardware mounting for swing-thru convenience Hinge sidePressure mounted side 1 Two-way swing minimum opening of 30" wide Mounting area For proper installation, the gate must be installed in an opening where wall on both sides is straight and the floor is level. NOTE: Hinge bracket spacers may be necessary if there’s a baseboard. (See page 5 for installation instructions.) Mounting surfaces Remember that the hinge and wall mount brackets must be firmly screwed into solid wood surfaces or solid wood studs. Do not attach to metal railing or metal wall covering, or to sheet rock, plaster or lathe board (unless you have verified that a stud is directly underneath). Determine gate swing Two-way swing (diagram 1) • Minimum opening of 30" wide ! WARNING: One-way swing (diagram 2) • Stairway with an opening 27.5–42.5" wide (must use safety bracket) One-way swing (diagram 3) • Stairway with an opening 30–42.5" wide (must use safety bracket) You will need: • Drill with 1/8 inch drill bit • Masking tape • Phillips screwdriver 4 Hinge sideSafety bracket...