Will this gate close automatically, or do you have to push it closed?
792982
This gate has *no* automatic closures. You slide a thumb switch, then pull up on the gate and it will swing in or out. It may sound complex, but the whole maneuver is very intuitive.
792983
This gate does not close automatically - you need to push a button and lift the gate slightly to open it. It only requires using one hand though.
792984
you have to close it yourself and latch it. I love this gate. We have a 60 pound goldendoodle puppy who loves to put his paws up on it when he gets excited to see us. super sturdy
792985
you have to push it closed...it moves easily tho and is easy to latch w one hand...looks great. great gate. higher than most too for when they start climbing.
792986
No you have to lift it up then it latches onto railing clicking automatically ...
792987
It must be pushed closed. It does have a good locking mechanism that has foiled our 1 year old many times.
341221
I used it to push the gate closed. It's installed on the side where the gate swings toward. How that helps.
895082
The gates needs to be level, use a level on the top and on the sides of the gate to make sure it is level. Then make sure that the tension is set correctly (not too tight or too lose). If all is set up well then when the gate is fully opened it will shut closed and lock on its own. However, if you slowly close the gate, it will not lock on its own. When properly installed Summer Infant gates are the best; they keep toddlers safe and yet preschoolers can operate them without hassle.
148827
Tighten the extension screw ends on the right and left sides of the top gate to push the gate closing closer together. At some point, the gate opening should close enough so that the gate latch will catch. You will need to repeat this procedure at the bottom sides of the gate too. If the gate still hasn't been pushed enough toward the center to close, then you may need to order some side extensions. The width of your door opening should be within the stated range measurements of the box. If your opening is wider, then you will need side extensions.
1420759
It does not have a stay open feature (that I remember, we don't have the gate anymore). I remember one of them stayed open unless it was manually closed, and the other would slowly go back to closed position (though not latched). Hope that helps!
1379178
As long as you leave the gate up, it's fine. Be careful taking it down if you have to. I suspect someone yanked on mine instead of loosening the ends all the way to remove it.
1563033
Yes. There is a spring-loaded lock at the top and a sliding/removable doohickey on the bottom. They operate independently. So, while the top locks automatically upon shutting the gate, you have to manually slide the locking mechanism into place on the bottom.
895079
if the gate is a little bit twisted it doesn't close on its own. look very closely from different angles, may need some tweaking on the install. good luck
895081
I had this same problem. It really was not a problem at all. All you have to do is make sure the gate is squared up. Make sure the top is directly over the bottom, use a level if you have one. Make small adjustments until you hear a click when the gate swings closed.
173770
The side the gate opens to....Keep it pretty much vertical..All you want is the spring to move to its normal posistion to close gate..
2275080
You could hard wired it to an Exit Push Button. The contact type should be normally open (NO), and when you press it to momentarily have a closed contact, it will signal the board to open the gate. If it is already opened, pushing the button will close it. You will wired it to the control board connector where the remote receiver are connected to.
1512656
It will stay open on its own. It only opens in one direction, it has a tab at the bottom of the gate but you can turn the gate so the door of it opens on the side you want.... Towards you or away from you.I turn mine so the tab at the bottom is on the side I don't want my dogs pushing open. I hope this helps :-) I wish I could send ya pics to help see it.
892044
There is a catch that catches when you close the gate keeping it closed (you don't have to lock it). To lock it you need the key and you will need the key to unlock it (every time if it's locked).
54558
Mine is automatic. When you open the door so far, it stays open until you pull it closed. We don't have a switch or anything like that.
362388
We have the gate at the top of our stairs. It closes automatically and "locks". To open again you'll need to lift the whole door up and swing it open. Think of the lever like a deadbolt on your door. It closes and locks by itself but if you want to really seal it then you'll need to manually flip the "deadbolt" down.
146938
no that hasn't happened to me. Mine has a bit of trouble actually getting closed as it is so tight. We just shut it until it stops then push the buttons to close it the rest of the way. Otherwise we slam it shut and then it shuts just fine. We love the gate especially the fact that we can take it off and leave the brackets when we want to.
2183139
That is basically how this gate works. You push down "squeeze" the handle while also sliding it back to disengage.