How to Install an Electric Lock

Electric locks used in hotel, private residence and business safes offer a means of safeguarding valuable belongings and cash from both theft and fire damage. A secure functioning electric lock is one component of a secure safe. Damage to the keypad or locking mechanism makes repairs to the unit necessary. Replacement of the locking mechanism and keypad can be easily accomplished by following a few easy steps.

No. 2 Phillips head screwdriver
Electrostatic discharge wristband

Instructions

- 1
  Purchase a swing bolt lock kit and a keypad.
- 2
  Use the installation template from the lock kit to locate the placement of the holes to mount the lock.
- 3
  Drill and tap the holes to mount the lock assembly to the safe.
- 4
  Place electrostatic discharge wristband on wrist, ground the ESD wristband to the keypad or the safe.
- 5
  Install the keypad. Fish the keypad cable through the cable hole on the front of the safe.
- 6
  Fit the keypad over the safe door, aligning the pad with the screws' mounting holes.
- 7
  Place the screws through the keypad to mount the safe door.
- 8
  Clean the keypad housing to ensure the keypad will stay in place; removing or adjusting the keypad will cause damage to the keypad.
- 9
  Place the keypad in position and remove the adhesive backing to secure the keypad in place.
- 10
  Run the keypad cable through the back of the lock. Mount the lock flush to the safe door.
- 11
  Place three US ¼-inch screws through the lock to mount the swing bolt.
- 12
  Connect the wire from the keypad to the swing bolt lock.

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