Easy Step 4" Extension: Quick Installation Tips

Quick answer

Install your Easy Step 4" Extension by first aligning it with your gate, then securing it with the provided hardware while ensuring a level fit.

Installation steps

1. 1. Prepare the gate and extension: Remove your gate from the doorway if it's already mounted. Place the Easy Step 4" Extension against the gate's side where you need extra width, ensuring the extension's top and bottom are aligned with the gate's frame. Check that the extension's height matches your gate's height; the 30-inch height is standard for most Regalo gates.
2. 2. Attach the extension: Use the provided screws and brackets to secure the extension to the gate. Tighten screws firmly but avoid overtightening, which could strip the plastic or damage the gate. If the extension wobbles, you may have misaligned it—loosen and realign before tightening fully.
3. 3. Mount the combined gate: Position the gate (with extension attached) back into the doorway. Use the gate's original mounting hardware to secure it to the wall or door frame. Ensure the gate is level using a spirit level. An uneven gate can cause the latch to misalign; adjust the mounting brackets or shim the extension if needed.
4. 4. Test the latch and swing: Open and close the gate several times to confirm the latch engages smoothly and the gate swings freely without binding on the extension. If the gate drags on the floor or frame, the extension may be too tight—slightly loosen the extension screws and re-test.

Product details

• Easy Step® 4" Extension - Black: Compatible with Easy Step Safety Gate (Model #1160), Easy Step Extra Wide Safety Gate (Model #1164), and In Sight Walk-Through Safety Gate (Model #0340). Ensures you purchase an extension that fits your specific gate model, avoiding returns or unsafe gaps.