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1Loading Dock Safety Gate © PS DOORS 2017. All Rights Reserved.

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Loading Dock Safety Gate

Models LDSG-120-PCYLDSG-144-PCY

PS DOORS Contact Information

MailPS DOORSAttn: PS Safety Access1150 South 48th StreetGrand Forks, ND 58201

[email protected]

Websitewww.pssafetyaccess.com

Local Phone701.746.4519

Toll Free Phone877.446.1519

Hours of Operation8 A.M. to 5 P.M. CTMonday – Friday

IMPORTANT! Read entire Instruction and Operations Manual to become familiar with the product.

NOTICE This product is a fall protection product. The effectiveness of the product is directly related to the proper installation and operation of this product. Failure to properly maintain this product will affect performance.

Publication NoticeThis manual has been compiled and published covering the latest product descriptions and specifications.

The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.

PS DOORS reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materialspresented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publication.

PS DOORS and/or its respective suppliers may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s)/service(s) offered at any time without notice.

Table of ContentsProduct Information ..................................................2Parts List ....................................................................3Installation Instructions ............................................5Operation ..................................................................13Inspection & Maintenance ......................................14Warranty Information ...............................................14 Replacement Parts List ...........................................15

Installation Instructions/Operation and Maintenance Manual

PS DOORS Contact Information


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I. General InformationA. This manual contains information regarding installation, operation, and maintenance of the PS DOORS

Loading Dock Safety Gate.B. The Loading Dock Safety Gate is designed to meet OSHA Railing Standard 1910.23(c).C. PS DOORS recommends that the owner implement a regular maintenance program to inspect the Loading Dock

Safety Gate as necessary.

NOTICE This product is manufactured to specific guidelines. Unauthorized alteration in any way will result in voiding factory warranty, and may cause product to fail with potential serious consequences. Accordingly, if the product re-quires service after unauthorized modification, you can expect any request for warranty repair to be charged to you. Authorized modifications, received in writing from PS DOORS, as long as the modification is accomplished strictly in accordance with PS DOORS’ instructions, does not void warranty. To request product modifications contact PS DOORS.

II. Storage Prior To Installation of ProductA. Store materials in a dry, ventilated location. If outdoor storage is required, block materials and tarp in a tent-like

arrangement, elevated above the product with open sides to allow airflow.

III. Installation Site Preparation

NOTICE Before starting site preparation and installation of the Loading Dock Safety Gate, read the entire Operation and Maintenance Manual and review all installation instructions thoroughly.

IMPORTANT! Anchorage: The concrete floor anchors provided have been engineered to structurally withstand OSHA loading requirements when installed into a minimum four inch thick concrete floor and at least three inches from the edge of the concrete slab. If existing mounting structure differs, the installer is responsible for ensuring the product is structurally mounted to resist all required field loads.

A. Clear work area of any debris.B. Ensure you have the necessary tools available;

Recommended Tools:1. Two (2) 9/16” socket and ratchet2. Two (2) 7/16” socket and ratchet3. One (1) Heavy duty flat blade screwdriver4. One (1) Rubber mallet5. One (1) Tape measure6. One (1) 3/16” Allen Wrench

IV. Installation Safety PrecautionsA. Comply with all OSHA and ANSI Safety Regulations and/or company safety policies when installing.B. Personnel: Determine the appropriate number of personnel required to perform installation and have them read-

ily available at the project site. (1-2 people recommended)

DANGER User and installer discretion required to prevent exposure of personnel to an unprotected edge of an elevated platform.

Product Information


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Parts List

ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY1 Gate Post 12 Gate Catch 13 Adjustable Clevis 14 Gate End 15 2” Lift Arm 26 1-3/4” Lower Lift Arm 17 1-3/4” Upper Lift Arm 18 Dampener 2

V. Parts ListA. Inventory shipment to ensure all parts are present for assembly/installation. Refer to part list on pages 3-4.

1. Loading Dock Safety Gate Box2. Hardware Box (included in box)

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ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY9 3/8” Flat Washer 4

10 3/8” x 4” Hex Bolt 211 3/8” Nylock Nut 1012 3/8” x 2-1/4” Shoulder Bolt 213 5/16” Heavy Nylock Nut 214 3/8” x 3” Hex Bolt 215 3/8” x 2-1/4” Hex Bolt 416 Flange Bearing 817 3/8” x 2-3/4” Hex Bolt 218 Round Bumper 219 1/4” x 3-1/2” Hex Bolt 220 1/4” Nylock Nut 221 Square Tube Plug 222 Nylon Spacer 123 Concrete Floor Anchor 8

Hardware Parts List (Included in box))

Step 1Illustration.

Step 2Illustration

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Installing Loading Dock Safety Gate

VI. Installing a Loading Dock Safety Gate

NOTICE Refer to parts list on page 3-4 for part item numbers and descriptions.NOTICE Base plates are slotted to allow adjustment for alignment.

Step 1. Mark out holes for the Gate Post and anchor with concrete floor anchors.

Step 1Illustration.

Step 2. Attach Adjustable Clevis with (2) 3/8” x 4” hex bolts, (2) 3/8” nylock nuts and (4) 3/8” flat washers. Tighten bolts, bracket height will be adjusted later.

Step 2Illustration

Door Openingthis side of Gate

Post


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Step 3. Use mallet to gently hammer flange bearings into both sides of 2” Lift Arm. The slide 2” Lift Arm into Adjust-able Clevis. Insert 3/8” x 3” hex bolt and tighten 3/8” nylock nut.

Step 3Illustration A.

Step 3Illustration B.

Step 4. Slide in 1.75” Lower Lift Arm into 2” Lift Arm. Insert 3/8” x 2-1/4” hex bolt at desired length and tighten 3/8” nylock nut.



NOTICE The 1.75” Lift Arms have pre-drilled holes for an 8’ and 10’ standard opening or 10’ and 12’ for 144 unit. Do not slide beyond desired length to protect the finish.

*1.75” lower Lift Arm shown.

10’ 12’ LDSG-144-PCY 8’ 10’ LDSG-120-PCY


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Step 5. Use mallet to gently hammer flange bearings into both sides of 1.75” Lower Lift Arm. Then slide the Gate End over the 1.75” Lower Lift Arm. Insert 3/8” x 2-3/4” hex bolt and tighten 3/8” nylock nut.

Step 6. Use mallet to gently hammer flange bearing into both sides of 2” Lift Arm. Insert 2” Lift Arm into clevis on Gate Post, then insert 3/8” x 3” hex bolt and tighten 3/8” nylock nut.






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Step 7. Slide in 1.75” Upper Lift Arm into 2” Lift Arm, then insert 3/8” x 2-1/4” hex bolt and 3/8” nylock nut at desired length.

Step 8. Use mallet to gently hammer flange bearings into both sides of 1.75” Upper Lift Arm. Then slide the Gate End over the 1.75” Upper Lift Arm. Insert 3/8” x 2-3/4 hex bolt and tighten 3/8” nylock nut.



NOTICE Do not slide beyond desired length to protect the finish.


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NOTICE Base plates are slotted to allow adjustment for alignment.

Step 9. Mark out holes for the Gate Catch and anchor with concrete floor anchors.

Step 10. Add bumpers to Lower Lift Arms at both locations and snug with bolts and nuts.

NOTICE Do not over-tighten - bumper should be snug but not compressed.



Step 9Illustration.

Leave 1/4” of space between Gate End and inside of Gate Catch.


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Step 11. Remove Gate Post from anchors to free up the assembly and lay on the ground in the extended position for improved access during dampener installation.

NOTICE To protect the finish, lay on cardboard.

Steps 11Illustration.



Step 12. Install dampeners first into the upper half of the Gate End, then into the slotted dampener bracket with shoulder bolts.


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Step 13. Stand assembly up, anchor back into place, and tip gate down into Gate Catch. As the gate approaches fully closed, you should hear a loud noise of the dampeners self-setting. Adjust angle of gate if necessary for alignment with Gate Catch.



Step 14. Visually verify that the dampeners self-set into the appropriate location. If they did not, carefully tap them into place with a screwdriver.

DANGER Keep fingers well clear, dampeners are under high pressure.

Step 15. To ensure the gate opens to the vertical position, the Adjustable Clevis needs to be set. Loosen Adjustable Clevis bolts, tip gate vertically to 90° and re-tighten Adjustable Clevis bolts.

Step 15 Illustration.


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Step 1. Stand gate up vertical.

Step 2. Remove Gate Post from anchors to free up the assembly and lay on the ground in the extended position.

Step 3. Use a screwdriver to gently tap alternating sides of the dampener mounting bolt into the long portion of the slot.

NOTICE To protect the finish, lay on cardboard.

De-pressurization of Gate

DANGER System under high pressure. Refer to de-pressurization instructions in manual before doing any work on the gate.


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VII. Inspection and MaintenanceA. Fasteners and mechanical connections

1. All fasteners must be in place and adjusted to their original design standard.2. If gate closes too quickly, fasteners at four corners of the gate can be tightened to reduce closing speed3. If gate closes too slowly, fasteners at four corners of the gate can be loosened to increase closing speed4. Replace any damaged fasteners.

B. Dampeners1. Dampener is maintenance free. Replace dampener if assisting force has diminished.

H. Finishes1. Touch-up and repair as necessary.

Operation

8’ 10’

Inspection & Maintenance

ADJUSTABLE TO FIT 8’ OR 10’ OPENINGS (LDSG-120-PCY)OR 10’ OR 12’ OPENINGS (LDSG-144-PCY)

10’ 12’ LDSG-144-PCY LDSG-120-PCY

Uniquely placed damp-ener is mounted high up to prevent poten-tial pallet and forklift damage

Gate lifts vertically a full 90° without pinch points

Counterbalanced design to enable easy, one-handed operation

Slam-proof dampening system allows for smooth gate operation


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III. Limited WarrantyPS DOORS warrants this product and components to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a periodof one (1) year from ship date. If within the terms of this warranty, any Loading Dock Safety Gate or component isfound to be defective upon inspection by an authorized PS DOORS representative, PS DOORS will replace or repair,at PS DOORS’ discretion, any part found to be defective. Any field labor charges incurred are the sole responsibility ofthe customer.

To make a claim under this warranty, contact PS DOORS at: PS DOORSAttention: Warranty 1150 South 48th Street Grand Forks, ND 58201

877.446.1519 OR [email protected]

Unauthorized modification of or to this product voids the PS DOORS limited warranty. Accordingly, you can expect any request for warranty repair to be charged to you, if the product requires service after unauthorized modification. Authorized modifications, received in writing from PS DOORS, as long as the modification is accomplished in strict ac-cordance with PS DOORS’ instructions, does not void warranty. Contact PS DOORS to request product modifications.

PS DOORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY DAMAGE OR DETERIORATION CAUSED BY MODIFICATION, ABUSE, APPLIED PAINT FAILURE OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE REASONABLE AND NECESSARY MAINTENANCE.

All other warranties expressed or implied including any warranty of merchantability, are expressly excluded. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitation or ex-clusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state.

PS DOORS Limited Warranty

C. Bumpers1. Inspect items for damage or wear. Replace as needed.

D. Gate1. Check gate for proper alignment with catch. Adjust as necessary to achieve proper alignment.

E. Labels1. Replace if missing or illegible.

E. Finishes1. Touch-up and repair as necessary.

Inspection & Maintenance


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Replacement Parts List

ITEM NUMBER

DESCRIPTION LDSG-120-PCY

1 LDSG;GATE POST PCY 513414

2 LDSG; GATE CATCH PCY 513424

3 LDSG; ADJ CLEVIS PCY 513420

4 WASHER; FLAT 3/8” 16 ZN 501947

5 BOLT; HEX 3/8” 16X4 GR5ZN 502589

6 NUT; NYLOCK 3/8” 16 ZN 501120

7 LDSG; 2” LIFT ARM WLD PCY 513428

8 BOLT; HEX 3/8” 16X3 GR5ZN 500411

9 LDSG; 1.75” LIFT ARM WLD PCY 513432

10 LDSG; 1.75” LIFT ARM PCY 513430

11 BOLT; HEX 3/8” 16X2 1/4 GR5ZN 500405

12 LDSG; GATE END PCY 513437

13 BOLT; HEX 3/8” 16X2 3/4 GR5ZN 500406

14 BUMPER; ROUND 1-1/2” DIAX 1-1/2 513133

15 BOLT; HEX 1/4” 20X3 1/2 GR5ZN 502651

16 NUT; NYLOCK 1/4” 20 ZN 501113

ITEM NUMBER

DESCRIPTION LDSG-120-PCY

17 PLUG; SQ TUBE 2” OD 513134

18 LDSG’ DAMPENER 10 W/ CLEVIS ENDS 513462

19 SPACER; NYLON .425X .625X .875 513444

20 ANCHOR; PWRSTUD+SD1-3/8” X 3” CS 513454

21 DECAL; LDSG ANSI FALL HAZARD 513488

22 DECAL; LDSG MARKETING 513489

23 DECAL; LDSG THIS SIDE UP 513490

24 BOX; LOADING DOCK SAFETY GATE 513480

25 LDSG; REMOVABLE WARNING LABEL 513475

26 BEARING; FLANGE .36751DX .5030OD 513444

27 SCREW; SHOULDER 3/8” X 2-1/4 513779

28 NUT; NYLOCK 5/16” 18 HEAVY ZN 513781

VII. Replacement Parts List

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