Can anyone give me more detail on the safety screw that can be removed incase of electronic failure? Concerned teenager would easily be able to access
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I've had to use this option to manually unlock mine. Although it's not impossible, it was not easy until I received specific instructions of what to do on a how to video the manufacturer sent me when I failed to figure it out on my own.
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The screw at the bottom is a "one way" screw, meaning it can only be accessed on one end of the screw. The other end of the screw is rounded off, almost like a dimple. If you take the screw out of the bottom, then open the box and put the screw in from the inside with the rounded side to the bottom, it will be much more difficult to access. More difficult, but not impossible. I imagine that if someone was determined enough, they could use glue or something to create a tool to open it. If you are concerned about your teenager going to that great length to access your gun, then I would suggest not having a gun in your house. Otherwise, the GunBox is beyond great. The screw at the bottom is a "one way" screw, meaning it can only be accessed on one end of the screw. The other end of the screw is rounded off, almost like a dimple. If you take the screw out of the bottom, then open the box and put the screw in from the inside with the rounded side to the bottom, it will be much more difficult to access. More difficult, but not impossible. I imagine that if someone was determined enough, they could use glue or something to create a tool to open it. If you are concerned about your teenager going to that great length to access your gun, then I... » Read More The screw at the bottom is a "one way" screw, meaning it can only be accessed on one end of the screw. The other end of the screw is rounded off, almost like a dimple. If you take the screw out of the bottom, then open the box and put the screw in from the inside with the rounded side to the bottom, it will be much more difficult to access. More difficult, but not impossible. I imagine that if someone was determined enough, they could use glue or something to create a tool to open it. If you are concerned about your teenager going to that great length to access your gun, then I would suggest not having a gun in your house. Otherwise, the GunBox is beyond great. « Show Less
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I understand your concern regarding the ability of a teenager to access the safety screw to open the gun vault. The answer is yes, they could access it and open the vault. However, I am not sure they would figure out that the screw would be able to open the vault unless you told them. It may never occur to them. The screw is a very small allen screw which requires an allen wrench to be removed. There are no markings around the screw or anything that would suggest that it can be used to open the vault. I have this safe at home and purchased it to keep my gun safe and away from my children. I do not feel that the small screw compromises the security of the vault or the safety of my children. I understand your concern regarding the ability of a teenager to access the safety screw to open the gun vault. The answer is yes, they could access it and open the vault. However, I am not sure they would figure out that the screw would be able to open the vault unless you told them. It may never occur to them. The screw is a very small allen screw which requires an allen wrench to be removed. There are no markings around the screw or anything that would suggest that it can be used to open the vault. I have this safe at home and purchased it to keep my gun safe and away from my children. I... » Read More I understand your concern regarding the ability of a teenager to access the safety screw to open the gun vault. The answer is yes, they could access it and open the vault. However, I am not sure they would figure out that the screw would be able to open the vault unless you told them. It may never occur to them. The screw is a very small allen screw which requires an allen wrench to be removed. There are no markings around the screw or anything that would suggest that it can be used to open the vault. I have this safe at home and purchased it to keep my gun safe and away from my children. I do not feel that the small screw compromises the security of the vault or the safety of my children. « Show Less
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Here is an independent review of the Gunbox. GREAT IDEA, not full-proof! In time perhaps? http://deviating.net/words/?p=331
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The screw at the bottom is a "one way" screw, meaning it can only be accessed on one end of the screw. The other end of the screw is rounded off, almost like a dimple. If you take the screw out of the bottom, then open the box and put the screw in from the inside with the rounded side to the bottom, it will be much more difficult to access. More difficult, but not impossible. I imagine that if someone was determined enough, they could use glue or something to create a tool to open it. If you are concerned about your teenager going to that great length to access your gun, then I would suggest not having a gun in your house. Otherwise, the GunBox is beyond great.
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Very easy, i just removed mine last night. It's one screw and it's easily reachable.
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I've used the older version for years to assemble computers. Never stripped a single screw. Even on the lowest torque setting it will crack a plastic wall switch plate unless you are very careful.
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You are awesome! My son got ithe polar express last week for his birthday and the battery has been dead all day. I thought I was going to have to get a special triangle screwdriver until I found your post.
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A child will not be able to open the device unless they can wedge a shim in the crack and pry it open, which is what it looks like needs to be done to replace the battery. I would assume that the battery only needs replacing once in a great while though.
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Yes, but I don't know what it is. Mine was revoked because I replaced a simple part (4 screws and 2 connections) by myself. The part also took a month to get to me, so I can imagine how long it would take if I sent the laptop in to them.
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What screws you talking about? I have one remote control which the sound mute button pop out and lost. Because of that I bought another one. If you email me your address I am going to send you my old one you could use it as spare parts.
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There is a battery door on the bottom. You need a screwdriver to take the screw out first.
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Try getting a smaller Phillips screwdriver to get it open, which you can find at any hardware store
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I am in the same situation this morning! Did you find out anything? Thank youI just talked to my Dad. He said he can open it up and then sodder the wires back together.
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Connie, I'm honestly not sure. We tried to pry it open, because you can see a battery in there. I suppose you can change it- if you can get to it! Seems impossible to open.
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The mount rubber broke on mine, so I taped it on with electrical tape, the wire broke off so I put a radio shack normaly open switch on... Now I've smashed the unit case and its taped together with more tape. I have to change the battery... Oops, probably time to buy a new one.
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I just took a look at mine and what I would do is, carefully, pry it open with my pocket knife. I'm not sure what the two studs on either side of the power switch are but try and figure that out by peeking into the box once you have the knife inserted. Once you get it apart the circuit inside is gonna be hecka simple. You may need to do some saudering but if you can't figure it out you didn't lose anything. Also, make sure that the plugs for the little cable are free of debris so the contacts can seat properlly.
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I have the same problem. I couldn't fix the safety hinge . If anyone can help will be highly appreciateThanks
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There are four tiny Philips head screws on the back. It's likely that removing them will get you access to the battery. I don't know how easy it is after that and I don't know if removing the back will void the warranty.
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The safest way would be to put a screw/nail in the wall. The unit has a slotted hole for a device with a head to safely hold the unit to the wall. It is light enough however, to use double sided tape or velcro which would be better than tape. I would reccomend the screw, should you have to change the battery, just pick the unit off of the wall.
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There is a battery compartment in the back which has a philips screw. I have never tried opening it. But I guess if you opened yours and could find a replacement replacing the batter would be possible. I am sorry the answer isnt more complete.