GATCH EXTENDER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. To begin installation of a complete Gatch Extender Assembly or replace parts on an
existing crib, lower the gate on the head end (for new cribs, install the Gatch Extender
Assembly prior to installing the gate) and use the head crank handle to elevate the head
section to its maximum height.
2. Insert the left and right Gatch weld assemblies (#2) into the sleeve assemblies (#4)
facing each other as shown. The smooth side of the weld assemblies should be facing
upwards.
3. Add bracket assemblies (#5) to the crib posts, and line them up with the tops of the left
and right Gatch weld assemblies as shown, and fasten the two parts together using a bolt
(8) and washer (#7).
Sleeve Assembly
attached to
underside of head
pan
Left and right
Gatch weld
assemblies
facing each
other
4. Set extender plate on the weld assemblies as shown and line up holes in the extender
plate (#3) with the holes in the Gatch weld assemblies. Clamp the bracket assemblies to
the crib posts to align the plate prior to adding the hardware. Using 4 screws (#9) and
4 nuts (#6), fasten the extender plate to the Gatch weld assemblies.
5. Use the head crank handle to lower the head section 2 turns. Add caplugs (#2) to the
end of the left and right Gatch weld assemblies under the pan deck as shown. Installation
is complete.
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