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Deer Fence Access Gate Instructions

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Tools needed: battery powered driver with Phillips bit attachment, US wrenches/socket set, small hammer
QTY
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Small bundle of 8" 120lb strength self locking fence ties (attach fence to gate)
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16ft black PVC coated braided steel cable (hinge side top to latch side bottom)
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Bag: 20 self tapping screws, 1 turnbuckle, 2 caps for posts + 2 black wire clamps
Note: Gate schematics are size specific and are included separately as an attachment
1) Unpack gate tubing bundle and gate hardware kit on a clean level surface.
2) Lay out materials and dry fit the tubing material you received into the various fittings according to your
gate schematic. You won't need parts "M" and "L or L2" (if applicable) right now. Also, save the larger
Access Gate Instructions
and pair of snips to cut through excess tension cable and ties
Gate Hardware Kit Contents:
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 3/8 black steel gate corners
Sets of access gate hinges (male 1 5/8 support, female 1 3/8 gate)
1 5/8 band to 1 3/8 end cap assemblies for "L" or "L2"
Printed instructions (not pictured)
Latch assemblies for access gate
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Summary of Contents for Deer Fence Access Gate

  • Page 1 16ft black PVC coated braided steel cable (hinge side top to latch side bottom) Sets of access gate hinges (male 1 5/8 support, female 1 3/8 gate) 1 5/8 band to 1 3/8 end cap assemblies for “L” or “L2”...
  • Page 2 The turnbuckle should be open fully before tightening. The turnbuckle is used to adjust tension on the cable once you hang the access gate. Latch side bottom to hinge side top corner assembly photo:...
  • Page 3 The easiest and most accurate way to do this is to use the mounted access gate with extended out fork latches to gauge where the other latch side post will go. This is important because if you are off an inch the gate will not latch properly. Prop up the bottom of the latch side gate with a brick or piece of wood so it doesn’t bend the post.
  • Page 4 #1. Use fence ties every 4” or so to connect the fence material to the access gate and the gate frame. Once fully attached, use snips to cut the fence material around the gate so it can open and close. You can also stake a piece of fence under the gate to prevent...