Unable to unlock a lock (or close a door) after attempting to set new combination, is there a way to reset the lock?
803872
I found this online. I hope it helps. Instructions 1. Turn each tumbler on the combination lock --- starting from the left and moving right --- to the prescribed combination for the lock and try opening again. The failure to open the first time around may have been due to turning the wrong combination or a tumbler being slightly out of the true for the lock. 2. Gather all of your registration cards and warranty cards to see that you are entering the correct combination. V-Line requests you write them down upon first programming the combination. 3. Call V-Line at 805-520-4987 or email them at support@vlineind.com and ask for help reprogramming the combination. You need to provide the serial number or registration information to confirm you are the owner of the safe. V-Line may not be able to help if you do not have this information, or if you do not have the programmed combination. 4. Call a locksmith to crack the safe and remove the contents after Steps 1 through 3 have been exhausted. This is the only recourse to remove the valuable handguns from the safe.
803873
If you are able to access the back side of the lock and are mechanicly inclined you can remove the screws. Play with the buttons. I tried to reset my combo. Turned out i didnt push one of the buttons hard enough while doing so.
68280
Set the current combination. Hold the silver knob on the side in unlock position and hold it there. Change the combination to the desired numbers move the silver knob back to the lock position. The new combination is set. you must know and put the lock into the current combination to change the combination.
10827
You need to enter code again and push down on release button (as you did to open door) and close it let go and it will lock, it is a safety feature so you remember to lock it back up.
1973540
If you can still open the box, take it to a lock & key place. They should be able to redo the lock and make you a new key!Best of luck!
1954096
Sounds like someone might have changed the combo prior it shutting last time, or the screw that holds the lock arm is loose. Or some one tryed to force it try moving it slowly to re-engauge it, turn it the same direction a clock moves.
1274989
I think there were reset instruction on the instruction sheet, like an original combo that will always work or something but write them and ask. http://wordlock.com/customer_service/
1734266
I am sure there might be a way you can reset the combination. It should be in the instruction manual.
2194770
No you can not change the combination , the key can be a override if you do not touch the combination dial the key is a added Touch of security by locking out the Handel and,combination dial
1880989
I've always found the locking part to be tricky...but have always managed to get it to work by doing something like this(best I can recall): place the key in the lock, turn the key to the unlock position, slide the lock onto the bolt (while still having the key in the UNlock position), then release the key from the unlock position and remove the key. Give it a shot and let me know.Barry
765169
Here is a link showing how to set/reset the combination. Fast forward to the 1:20 point in the video for the directions. The GE lockbox is basically the same that you have. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkzodNGRmrk
1708406
I had the same problem and had to email the company. The combo is set to 0-0-0 and I believe you depress the button and set your desired combo then release the button. However, if that doesn't work, email the company like I did. They responded fairly rapidly.
435713
I believe that the initial combination is all zero's (000). The combination can only be set with the "key door" unlocked. You then have to turn the last wheel to the left which does not have numbers so that the word "reset" is in line with the combination notch. At this point with the key door closed you should be able to reset the combination and then open the key door. If you do not remember what the combination was when you received the lock you may have to contact Kidde and return the lock to them so they can reset the combination for you.
544318
Try pushing the reset button on the side. You might have to use a paper clip or pin, but that worked for me when mine locked up.
616590
It takes a while to get used too.Did you assign a number to your code? Your code will start with that number 1xxx or 2xxx or 3xxx.Next once you enter your code, you have to press the # key and then you get a buzzing noise. You now have about 10 seconds to open the door.If all else fails there is a reset code. I cant help you here, your individual reset code will be in the instructions
1923779
That's a great question! I couldn't quite figure out how to open the lock at first, because I thought I had to make my own combination up. But, this lock actually comes with a default combo that we can't change. There should be a metal tag (like a dog-tag) with the 4 digit combination hung around the lock (Hope you didn't throw it away!)
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You have to put a pin in the bottom hole on the combo lock while it is unlocked. While the pin is pushed in change it to the code you want it to be. When you remove the pin it will be set to that code. I suggest using a paper clip, you just have to straighten it out and you're all set. The code should be set to "000" when you first try to use it straight out of the box.
2003704
unlocking mine i only press the four key numbers and works well. I only use that button for locking and turning. I guess you touched the button by mistake and it open - that i have not seen. I will try. If it's a new lock it could be a defect. I would try clsoing and opening and repeating what you did to see if you duplicate the failure and if happens again ...return it.