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Summarization of Contents
Placing the Flood Gate
Inward Opening Door Placement
Position Flood Gate outside for continued access during flooding.
Outward Opening Door Placement
Position Flood Gate inside for continued access during flooding.
Other Opening Types
Utilize Flood Gates for sliding, elevator, French, and garage doors.
Installing Your Flood Gate
Prepare Entrance Area
Ensure entrance is smooth and clean of debris for proper positioning.
Position Barrier Correctly
Place barrier facing flood threat, close to entrance in a solid reveal.
Adjust Scissor Jack and Pressure
Maintain upright position, apply downward pressure, adjust horizontal scissor jack.
Tighten Downward Pressure Bolts
Hand tighten pressure bolts to compact sleeve along the ground.
Apply Sealant for Water Tightness
Use silicone caulk on frame edges for a complete seal.
Side Rail Installation
Doorways Without Reveal
Use Side Rails to fit reveal or outer face for a solid mounting point.
No Door Frame Options
Create side wall support with Side Rails for inadequate wall structures.
Wide Openings (Over 50 inches)
Add a frame to decrease opening size for openings exceeding 50 inches.
Preparing the Opening for Side Rails
Installing Side Rails
Ensure jamb edges are square with the floor, then install side rails.
Masonry Recessed Entrances
Mount Floodgate System in recessed entrances using side rails and silicone.
Assembling Angle Brackets to Base
Assemble Brackets to Base
Assemble angle brackets to base using four allen head cap screws.
Square Front Angle Bracket
Adjust front angle bracket to be square to the top side edge of the base.
Secure Front Angle Bracket
Hold bracket square and tighten all four cap screws.
Verify Bracket Alignment
Re-check the front angle bracket's squareness with the base.
Align Straight Edge for Positioning
Clamp straight edge to side rails and floor for accurate positioning.
Inserting Base Assemblies
Align Base Bracket Center Lines
Align bracket center lines with edge marks on the center.
Tap Base During Concrete Fill
Tap base center with wood block while filling with concrete for strength.
Ensure Flush Bracket Edges
Ensure top edges of angle brackets are flush with the ground surface.
General Maintenance and Installation
Removing and Storing Clamps
Keep allen screws and wrench safe for securing stanchion to base.
Base Maintenance
Coat grub screws with grease, keep plugs flush, and re-grease periodically.
Sealing Before Stanchion Installation
Fill machined groove with silicone caulk for sealing between base and stanchion.
Maintain Sealing Surfaces
Keep base and stanchion sealing surfaces clean and free of nicks.
After-Use Procedures
Flood Gate Maintenance
Return mechanisms, remove unit, clean sleeve, and dry components.
Storing Your Flood Gate
Store unit securely, closed, upright, in a dry, ventilated area away from heat.
Important Safety Information
General safety, usage, and disclaimer points for the Flood Gate product.
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