GATE ALARM
Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT
READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING ALARM
The product has been designed to aid in the detection of unwanted
intrusions into unsupervised areas. POOLGUARD GAPT-2 IS A
SAFETY ALARM SYSTEM AND NOT A LIFE SAVING DEVICE. It
should be used in conjunction with the safety equipment currently in use
and should not affect existing safety procedures.
WARRANTY AND REPAIRS
POOLGUARD is sold with a limited warranty to cover defects in parts
and workmanship for one year from date of purchase. (Retain proof of
purchase). If Poolguard exhibits a defect, please call our Customer
Service department at 1-800-242-7163. Unauthorized returns will not be
accepted. Proper repair is only ensured when the unit is returned to the
manufacturer. Visit our website at www.poolguard.com to fill out your
warranty registration information.
SWIMMING POOL SAFETY TIPSLOW BATTERY FUNCTION
5.
MODEL GAPT-2
MEETS UL 2017
• Supervise children at all times.
•Never permit swimming alone. Never leave a child alone, even
to answer the telephone.
•Always remove the entire solar cover from a pool before
swimming.
•Remember that alcohol and water safety do not mix.
•Have your pool area fenced and the gate locked to prevent
unauthorized entry to the pool, and install a gate alarm.
•Lock and secure all doors in the house which permit easy
access to the pool, and install a door alarm.
•Have a responsible adult teach swimming and water safety to
your children.
•Maintain clean, clear water in the pool.
• Do not swim during electrical storms.
•Do not permit bottles, glass, or sharp objects to be used
around the pool.
•Ask your pool dealer how you can improve your pool
safety––they will be glad to assist you.
•Above all: remember that common sense, awareness, and
caution will allow you to enjoy your pool.
F igure 1
When the 9-volt battery is low, the gate alarm horn will chirp once every
10 seconds–this means it is time to install a new battery, Battery life is
approximately 1 year. Test your gate alarm weekly by opening the gate
and allowing the alarm to sound.
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SENSOR
MAGNET
GATE ALARM
PASS THRU
SWITCH
SENSING
WIRES
The horn is 85dB at 10 feet
LED
HORN
SENSOR
SWITCH
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