To understand how this works:The postman opens the door, &amp; what happens?Is only the lower part locked? How about packages?
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There are two compartments and, yes, only the lower compartment is locked. The mail carrier uses the hinged pull-down door on the upper compartment to place incoming mail. When he/she closes the door, the mail "theoretically" drops down to the lower locked compartment, which is where you unlock and retrieve your mail. It works like a miniature version of those big blue US Post Office mailboxes common on street corners. Small packages (such as a box of checks from your bank) will fit, but larger parcels will not. My carrier leaves larger boxes on my porch. (P.S. I say "theoretically" because often the mail does not drop down to the bottom compartment right away, but if you open the top door again it does. So a potential thief cannot get to it by slowly opening the top compartment, as the mail will fall down to the lower compartment if he/she tries. Trust me, I have tried this strategy unsuccessfully on several occasions when I have forgotten my mailbox key!)
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No. We can not open the original box, other it become a open box item. You need to do it by yourself.
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Additional comments!: I looked up the mailbox and it seems to have a significant number of changes that address my "issues." I see that they give you three keys now and the keys look different, so maybe they can be copied more easily. Also, it shows that bottom plate in one of the side pictures and it's obvious that it could be mounted on a column. Probably likely that's how it's mounted most of the time. The issue of delivery of large packages is still there, though, as you can see from the picture with it open. I hope that's more helpful.
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I just called and was told that this was due to a restriction by my local government or mail carrier and I should contact them. Ask your local USPS or mail carrier why the item is restricted.
2111004
This has a TSA lock. I know they have been able to open and then relock it based on the notification they leave when they have checked the contents.
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You can have them hold the package at the Post Office do to the weather and you just pick it up. My mailman will not leave them unless someone is home to get the box.
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The bottom section is locked. The top section can accept small packages approximately 2" thick 6" wide and 10" long. The top section has a second piece behind it that blocks the opening when the top section tips open. V shaped door if viewed from the side.
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If you entered the wrong code, a second attempt is needed. However I have noticed there is a delay. If it does not open when you first press enter, wait a few seconds and press enter again(without re-entering the code) and it will open or close your door. Good luck!
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The large, unlocked front door is for outgoing mail. You open the door, secure the outgoing mail under the clip and extend the red plastic flag. The mailman slides your mail over a slot in the back wall of the unlocked area. That puts your newly delivered mail into the large back chamber where it remains locked in until you unlock it and retrieve your mail. This is a wonderful mailbox and I have received many compliments on it.
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You cannot access the mail from the front. There is a keyed entry on the rear of the box that swings open to the right. I am very happy with this mailbox. Looks great and keeps our mail secure.
325957
If it is installed correctly, all you do is bring it to the horizontal position and it locks itself. To open the door just raised it to the vertical position, and that all. Thanks.
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There's 2 circular plastic pieces with the inside shaped like a square which slides over the post, u slip on 1 at the bottom and one towards the top, and then put the mailbox over the post and then u can use screws (included) to bolt it onto the posts. it is very secure and easy. Sorry about my description I'm not familiar with parts etc. But u can have it up in 2 minutes if u already have a post: )
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Hmmm. That's tricky bc it not only came in a box, but that box was put into an even larger box and shipped. I honestly don't remember but I do know its the type of package that would never fit into any sized mailbox. It's a leave-at-the-door package for sure.
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Not sure what makes it close, but, I have had it installed about 5 months now and the door has never remained "open". Our mail person is pretty famous for leaving a few mail box doors open on standard mail boxes, thus the reason I got this. Guessing the design and weight of the door mechanism makes it close? Our mail person seems to love it because it is much wider than a standard mailbox slot so no folding larger papers and they don't have to worry about "slamming" the door shut. Note that you do have to retrieve the mail from the back of the mailbox, so not the part facing the road.... Not sure what makes it close, but, I have had it installed about 5 months now and the door has never remained "open". Our mail person is pretty famous for leaving a few mail box doors open on standard mail boxes, thus the reason I got this. Guessing the design and weight of the door mechanism makes it close? Our mail person seems to love it because it is much wider than a standard mailbox slot so no folding larger papers and they don't have to worry about "slamming" the door shut. Note that you do have to retrieve the mail from the back of the mailbox, so not the part... » Read More Not sure what makes it close, but, I have had it installed about 5 months now and the door has never remained "open". Our mail person is pretty famous for leaving a few mail box doors open on standard mail boxes, thus the reason I got this. Guessing the design and weight of the door mechanism makes it close? Our mail person seems to love it because it is much wider than a standard mailbox slot so no folding larger papers and they don't have to worry about "slamming" the door shut. Note that you do have to retrieve the mail from the back of the mailbox, so not the part facing the road.... « Show Less
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Well I ordered the box from the same seller as you did. Sadly I had the same problem...the key was locked inside but besides that the lock was broken anyway...ended up contacting them, sent me a key to try and STILL WOULD NOT OPEN ended up returning it and having to purchase another once Amazon refunded my money...there is another seller who has same box and it was excellent, from Nilecorp... Hope it works out.
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Good question...the packaging did not take a lot of work to open...I've gotten other items that take a lock smith to open at times....or that damn tape that does not rip easy...or a poop load of "popcorn" in the boxes....
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The door at top does not have a key. Remove the floor of the top part and mail drops all the way to bottom making it unable to reach. There is a lock to the bottom section of the box where your mail is now stored that makes it secure and can hold many days of mail. I really like mine.