How are you able to lock this level into an angled position (say for a wall mounted stair railing) if it is self leveling?
1878483
The self-level still works...the lock function keeps the laser on while you manually turn the entire unit to get the angle you want. When the lock is not on, the laser will go off when the unit is tilted too far.
1878484
their write up states "Lock Mode - Allows user to manually control laser for angled installation (ie aligning staircase railings)" which i do believe it has. I just have not used it in that capacity yet. It works great though, have used it for hanging kitchen cabinets, tile (wall and floor), installing electrical boxes, etc...
1878485
You turn it on then push the lock button then you can put at any angle. when you do that it stops the self leveling and locks the beam. A tripod works best for this and any camera tripod will work.
1012368
I had a slight, 10 degree angle on one of my gates. I put plastic wedges, available at most hardware stores, behind the latching hooks, to make the angle almost non-existent, and it works fine.
1255475
There should be enough play to level it out before you set the screws with lock tight. I'm guessing that the rings may be a bit high on your scope. See if you can find some lower profile rings but still keep it off the rail.
1909623
The braces have a hole through which you put the post that goes into the ground or provides stability for a second level. They can swivel around this post. I'm sure there's a limitation to how "tight" you can make the corner. The point to your wedge might be restricted to how far you can swivel it. Start your project with that end.
2118697
the way my railing was on my deck I couldn't mount them the traditional way, I mounted under the railing, it worked great, but you have to be precise in your measurements, mark it well, have someone help you, they can hold. If you send me a cell phone number, I will take a picture for you and send it
1796612
Well the larger angled screws are for the pull out piece to anchor onto - so they go onto the opposite wall. The small headed screws need to be fastened into a wall with anchors or a stud or a wooden wall - you can't just screw them into plain plaster. There are these handy screw in anchors available at the hardware store that work great. It needs to be sturdy because it is under tension. Love my unit!
52146
There is an arm that can be adjusted. You will want to make sure it stays level though.
813732
it is self leveling so it can't be set on an angle as it will compensate for level. you can set it for different degrees of rise and fall to work with the receiver
608112
There is a tension adjustment in the top, under a plastic cover. You will need a small wrench to tighten this until the station stays where you position it.
298565
I have it mounted at an angle, but don't have it at the top of the stairs. I think the post would need to be 2.25 at least. Otherwise it has been good for an irregular area of the house.
36337
I've been thinking about a way to build side rails. Most people put it next to a wall or desk to use for balance. It kind of is a disaster. Very narrow with no side rails, so you gotta watch your feet most of the time
484831
It doesn't look like it from the picture, but you can pivot/tilt the upright portion to three or four angles perpendicular to the vertical wallbar. It has a (purposely) very stiff detent to each position.
23532
The height can be locked. The angle cannot be locked, unfortunately. It does roll to an angle either way.
2013012
Just want to add: this may be obvious but you want to have a regular screw driver handy as well. You esentially get one chance to get the screws right, since you are putting them into plastic, and it is easier to control the alignment by hand. FULL agreement on the leveling. Got to be right - or you can't make the connections, the doors fall off or will not close... We love the shed, but are still 'tweaking' it.
1909192
I think you in theory could turn it sideways (if that's what you're thinking) and install in that way- or at an angle. Just make sure when you install your gate to the installation kit that you measure carefully and install level. As long as you fit it tight to the railing you should be good. Hope that helps!
973851
It has adjustable screw in feet that will give you the ability to level it. I guess you can raise it up off the floor about 3/4 of an incn.
891425
They are not locked to the platform, but if you pull the risers outward to the end of the platform, then gently jiggle the unit once it is stacked, all of the risers will fall neatly into place in the grooves of the platform, and the step will stay put. I think that users' problems with stability stem from not ensuring that the risers and platform are lined up before they step on. A few seconds of taking initial care should eliminate any stability issues. (fyi, I find that set-up of this unit works easiest on a hard floor surface, rather than carpeted, since with the non-skid base, it is a bit more difficult to slide the risers into position on carpet. Not insurmountable, it still functions perfectly, it just makes set-up a little more difficult.)