If I just close it and don't lock it, is the safe still fire and waterproof??? (UPDATE: I contacted Sentry Safe and they said YES. The lock is to help prevent it from popping open if it gets roughed up in a fire or flood.) If I just close it and don't lock it, is the safe still fire and waterproof??? (UPDATE: I contacted Sentry Safe and they said YES. The lock is to help prevent it from popping open if it gets... » Read More If I just close it and don't lock it, is the safe still fire and waterproof??? (UPDATE: I contacted Sentry Safe and they said YES. The lock is to help prevent it from popping open if it gets roughed up in a fire or flood.) « Show Less
1643631
i would think it would be. as an x-firefighter i would think the lock itself provides no protection, it may help hold it closed which would protect the contents. but if it does not open they will be protected. mine is never locked.
1643632
Yes, the seal seems to be as tight without locking it. As for fireproof i hope to never find out.
2244297
definitely is not fire proof. We purchased flame retardant pouches for the safe contents. It is not water proof, I don't know for sure, but am pretty sure.....
1721990
Nope. It will also compromise the safe's fire resistance to bolt it down. I would suggest the use of an industrial epoxy to secure the safe, without reducing its fire resistance.
1760061
nothing is totally fireproof or water proof safe but this will work adequately if you don't have a bank safe deposit box. however bolt the H3300 to the floor securely. if someone takes it, make the bad guy for work for his mis-deed. bolt it securely!!!
1520784
They are not, just like in the episode of "Storage Wars" where Dave takes a torch to the safe he found than ruined it. A strong fire will ruin this safe by burning the electronics but your contents will be fine. It is very strong & heavy. Don't forget a small cup of Damp Rid for the moisture (so your contents stat all safe) that build up in the safe, I.e In Nevada it's very little, a little cup lasted me 15 months! Hope this helped.
440960
Hello, unfortunately this safe is not fire proof. I wish it was but other than that its a nice safe to keep things safe and locked up.
1957405
It locks the glass doors closed, so if you have those on your fireplace, your good to go. The one I bought is in use on a gas fireplace.
1760058
Hi Alice, we have been using our safe for several months now and have had no issues with any of the items we are using it for. We really love the durability, the size and the weight; it's pretty heavy. I hope this helps.
1456147
I finally called Sentry customer service and was told that the insulation in the door expands when heated by a fire--so tight that "you'll have to get to fire department to pry it open". The instructions also say that you have to compress the gasket when closing the door for a water test. They are sending me a gasket.
2003686
In most cases, you need to contact a locksmith with safe experience after a safe is in a fire. Safes like this have materials that expand from the heat, and some home fires are so hot that it can deform portions of the lock or locking mechanism. You can also cut the safe using virtually any rotary tool and the right tooling bit, and this process is relatively easy to do with this type of safe if you wanted to save money. After a fire, the safe needs to be replaced either way as it will not provide future protection.
424014
The safe is absolutely not fire, dust or waterproof. It's cheap. It's roomy and divided. For its price, it is relatively strong and, if properly bolted down, is reasonably theft resistant.
45468
The one I have is not waterproof. They do make waterproof models. They define waterproof as getting less than 8 drops of water in the safe when it submerged in water 2 inches over the top of the safe for 1 hour.So don't plan on taking it scuba diving.
356004
That I know off no it's fire proof but water proof haven't experience it jet the safe it's well built love it really great safe recommend hope this help
910030
When you shut the lid and turn the key, a latch comes up to hold top closed. The problem is that anyone with a safety pin can unlatch without key in seconds. I couldn't believe it and tried it myself. It works as fire protection, but I would not depend on it as a safe for valuables or keeping medications from children.
1738093
This was a gift it seems secure....but truthfully there have not been any high water or fires to say. As far as theft proof...it is not that big so someone could walk off with it....I suggested the drill a hole and screw it into the wall....but I don't believe they have done that.
1693407
No this is not this thing isnt even close to being fire safe and the lock is worthless too donot waste your money i have purchased a fire safe by sentry since purchasing this i have thrown this in the trash its a joke !!!!
2213595
I hope you get an answer since I was wondering that myself. I left mine in but used it again in the next day or so. It was always ready to fire. I think these other folks are correct because I am sure it would eventually leak out. I like the suggestions for enhancing the seal.