How do you open the gate? Is there an auto open function or just manual? Is it difficult to open with someone that has arthritis in their hands? We o/
193243
You have to slide a switch and lift the gate simultaneously. It sounds trickier than it is. It is easy to get the hang of. But yes it probably would be tough for someone with arthritis. I can't imagine a functional baby gate that wouldn't be because if the gate is easy to open, a toddler will figure it out.
193244
The gate can be opened one handed, but you need to push a lever and pull up at the same time. My father in law is elderly and has had a few surgeries on his wrist and was able to open it no problem (after being shown how to use it lol) We absolutely love this gate. Hope this helps.
193245
Gate is opened by slight lift and push. There is no automated opening. Other brands do have a foot tap opening. Each person suffering from arthritis has different levels of function. It would not be possible to determine whether one with arthritis could open the gate unless the level of function is known.
193246
You slide the switch on top and lift up and swing the gate. This is a manual function and the only way. My adult son has mastered hooking the toe of his shoe in the bottom and lifting to open but I can't always do that and it does require balance. The level of your arthritis will determine whether you could open it or not.
512599
The "lock" on this- which is really the tensioning knob on the top of the unit- can be put into a permanent stationary state. Meaning the retraction/extension is a bit easier. The toughest part for an elderly operator will be enough hand strength to pull the gate across to latch it. It's not a trivial amount of tension, like a window shade.
1639660
Thank you for your question. The way the Auto-Close Gate is designed, the door will not stay open by itself.
710751
Mine doesn't automatically shut. You have to lift and close the gate door each time. It will stay open if you open it.
1672043
It works better that the old style openers. My wife and I both have arthritic in the hands. Hope this helps.
990995
They can be difficult to open, so maybe not good for arthritic fingers. I like that they are hard to open as I keep the box for a day either in my purse or pocket at work and don't want them to open.
2102077
When we were attaching the gate to the walls, it was hard to open/close. I believe my husband adjusted the tension on the screws going into the walls. Opens/closes great. We LOVE this gate!!!
1565005
I find it very easy to open, right from the get go. You can even do it one handed. Slide the latch with your thumb and pull up on the gate. Then swing it open in either direction. It closes just as easily. Just put it back in place and let go.
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On the top of the gate you need to pull the latch back and use your other hand to lift the gate up and over. The fog will not be able to open this one. I really like the gate. It's sturdy, once assembled I haven't had to to a thing. It's up and I use the gate to go in and out of the room. I found the directions a little tricky.
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The knife doesn't have a thumb indent alongside the blade, so you have to get a fingernail in the seam to open it. Not hard but a pain. To close, you need to push in the retaining bar that locks the blade in place. Again, not hard, but a little more effort than opening. I'm 62 with slightly arthritic hands and generally have no problem opening or closing.
1314147
To pull on it by hand and open it would be impossible. Would have better luck hooking a strap to your truck and pulling the whole gate down. Gate opener is secure.
1037391
The lock feature keep the opener closed with little hand pressure once the can is pierced.....So, that removes the necessity of maintaining a strong grip on the 2 handles when opening a can.Yes, much easier on arthritic hands.
2102078
we've never had a problem opening/closing the gate. I'm able to do it 1-handed while holding my son. You just slide the oval-shaped locking piece back, pull the gate/door up, & push it open. If the locking piece is stiff maybe try oiling it? Sorry I'm not much help.
1934137
It is easy to open, but it is heavy when it's full and also the outside gets hot. I don't know the way you would use it, but my elderly mom with arthritis had difficulty.
1314146
I have these gate openers, 2 of them, I dont think a person can "pull" them open, but they may open if someone would "pry" them with some sort of pry bar.
1085032
My husband put this gate up because we have a dog, and I liked the design. Also because I wusnted something that would swing open. The easy lach is a big plus. But we have it installed at the top of the stairs. We have a new grand baby, and my concern, is when she gets old enought to crawl/ walk. Is the latch going to be strong enought to keep the gate from breaking open ? I don't want it to be something I have to worry about, her falling doun the stairs. It's screwed into the studs of the doorway on both sides. But I need answeres. Thanks Tammy
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No, impossible. You need one hand to continually press and turn the locking lever down to release the lock, and the other hand to unhook and support the fabric section as you roll it to open or shut. You can't let go of the gate as you are opening it, otherwise it all flops down, and twists up as it reels in, which will then give you another problem, because if that happens it won't roll out flat with an equal tension top and bottom the next time you try to close it.