Has anyone found a way to "lock" these latches? Is there a built in way or is there a reliable way to block the latch?
1178748
Slide bar by pushing forward a bit (towards the gate) and sliding it into the latch. You can put a padlock thru the hole if that isn't enough for you. I'm sure just sliding the bar over is more than adequate protection. They will jump over fence if they want to get in that bad!
1178749
The latch has two notches for the latching lever that runs horizontal. First one is normal operation. Second one slides it over and "Locks" it into the jamb of the latch that attaches to the post.. I think there is also a spot to throw a pad lock on there so that it can't be slid back out and unlocked.
1034063
If it is not locking all the way, you may have to adjust the latch plate and make sure your dead bolt hole is deep enough so it can extend fully. mine works great without any difficulty. you should only have to push the lock button once. If you hear any noise after the button has been pushed, it should stop, but better off to make sure it is adjusted correctly.
1778606
Do the latches secure tight or loose? The two latches on my cage secure nicely and do not open with any shaking or jumping. I would return it and request a replacement if they are not latching correctly.
148828
We have the same problem. I have tried and tried to tighten the gate multiple times. All 4 sides are as tight as they will turn and still the gate does not latch. If you absolutely cAnt get it to work, I would return it. My husband threw away the box and so we couldn't.
1778605
The latches on my crate has holes so you can slide a lock pin through it. I'd suggest going to the local hardware store. Carabeeners work great too and they are cheap and can be found in just about any store.
1374510
We had the same problem. It seems you have to press in on the latch, and down on the top in order to get it to open It was impossible for my wife to open it, and I had a hard time. I finally kneeled on the top to put more weight on it, and it opened. We are going to leave it open for now, until we go on our next extended trip. Try the Sentry website; they may have other opening suggestions.
1526253
No the latch itself does not lock but it has lock holes next to the latches...
1759522
I just checked my rack and I don't think it can be locked. I really like mine- so much I got two. No problem so far.
1536345
I don't think so. Placing them on the door frame would most likely prevent the doors from completely closing an latching.If you were to create a recess for them and/or adjust the striker that MIGHT work. My suggestion would be to try some thinfoam rubber weather stripping with self adhesive backing that is typically used on exterior windows and doors.
411350
the latch has two positions built in, these are the standard sizes, if the latch is still too short the door was most likely drilled improperly, I have never seen one that deep, but you may be able to find a lock smith in your area that can find a solution.
1238526
I don't believe you can close it at all and "lock it" without scrambling the combo. So if you want to leave it open and scrambled and then just have them click it closed on their way out you should be good to go. I have 3 of these on outside fence gates and we have been very happy with them.
1305865
Keep tightening(turning them out towards the wall) the top bolts. You actually have to flex/bend the bottom until the top comes together and the latch will catch.
541350
Mine stays back no problem. I see what others were talking about in terms of the lid needing to go back a certain distance before it locks in place, but it can lock itself back without assistance nearly every time for me. I definitely never have to hold it open manually; the spring has always supported it just fine on its own. Its kind of like an umbrella. It's kinda loose until you pass the latch point and then it stays open on its own.
925397
I looked mine over and found no way to lock it. I do not believe that it can be locked.
1115543
I was able to do it and I'm no handy man. I watched a youtube video on how to change a latch. Here's the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRuOxDnP5gE
454398
I had that problem to start with then I saw where the latch was not locking in all the way. I had to apply a little extra pressure to lock it in place and it has not fallen out after that.
1981820
You have to make sure all of the edges are aligned. I did put a little W D 40 on some of the latches. Helped some.