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Adjusting Cage Gate Handles
Materials needed: 3/16" allen wrench, 7/16" box end
wrench
& lubricant.
Take the gate off and lay on a flat surface. It is best to apply a
graphite type of dry lubricant to the perimeter of the handle screw
hole, if not available, you can use a liquid lubricant like WD-40.
For Tight handles: Back off the cap nut on the handle
screw,
then loosen the allen screw in very small increments (counter clockwise)
until the handle moves smoothly. When the handle or handles on a double
set-up are moving smoothly, you will need to hold the handle screw in
place with the allen wrench and re-tighten the cap nut until snug.
For Loose handles: Tighten the handle with the allen
wrench
until the handle turns smoothly and does not wobble or rock when pulled
forward and back. With the allen wrench holding the allen screw in
place, tighten the cap nut. If the handle set up is too snug, back off
the allen screw slightly, the cap nut should tighten up a little
tighter, which is O.K. If the handle is still too tight, loosen the cap
nut again and start over.
If you are still having problems with the handle tension or you're
missing any parts to your handle set-up, please call Technical Support
at Snyder Mfg. for assistance!
