What should I do if my safe battery is low?

If battery is low and unable to operate open, use Battery Auxiliary Override. This should not be used as a primary means of gaining entry into safe. Open the silicone cap found on the side of the electronic lock. Insert a 9 volt battery into slot.

How do you open the battery on a digital safe?

To open it, you must slide the cover in the right direction, the same way you access the cell holder of your TV remote control. Look for the battery case below or along the sides of your panel. Manufacturers of safes at a moderate cost install the cell compartment on the back of your panel. In this case, there are 3 possibilities.

Can a gun safe be opened if the battery is dead?

Some safes may just have external electrodes that you can use with a battery to open the safe giving you access to an internal battery case. Also, most memories on electronic locks will retain previously programmed combinations or fingerprints even if the batteries have been dead for a long time.

Is it safe to leave a battery maintainer on all the time?

Like we just mentioned above, a damaged cell is a primary reason why you should not leave a battery maintainer (or any charger, for that matter) hooked up to your battery for the long-term. This will only serve to overcharge your battery which will ruin the other cells through sulfation after the lead plates are exposed to air.

How do I change the batteries on my safe?

Find it here. Pull out the battery drawer on side of electronic lock to the right. Insert 4-batteries as indicated (Do not use rechargeable, or Non-Alkaline. Do not mix old with new batteries or mix brands of batteries). Replace the electronic lock by sliding in to the left. Pull out the battery drawer.

Why does my safe not open when the batteries are dead?

One of the features of well designed and manufactured electronic safes is that the battery consumption is constant and gradual, thereby avoiding the unpleasant situation in which until the day before the warning the batteries seemed to be charged and then just a few days later the safe will no longer open.

What should I do if my electronic lock drains my battery?

Most likely, your lock will not operate properly if a battery other than this is used. What should I do if my electronic lock drains my battery quickly? If the correct battery is installed (9-volt ALKALINE ENERGIZER® or DURACELL®), the battery should last about six (6) months with normal operation.

What kind of battery should I use in my electronic safe?

What kind of battery should I use in my electronic lock? High security electronic safe locks are very sensitive to battery power. All of our safe locks require a 9-volt ALKALINE ENERGIZER® or DURACELL®. Most likely, your lock will not operate properly if a battery other than this is used.

What kind of battery do you need for an electronic lock?

The five “beeps” indicate a low battery. Click on BATTERY INSTALLATION and select your electronic lock, following the instructions.We highly recommend the use of only a 9-volt ALKALINE ENERGIZER® or DURACELL® battery. They’ve been strenuously tested and proven to last longer during safe lock operation.

Where is the battery in a keyless lock?

The battery compartment is usually found within the inside cover of the lock, so you’ll need to loosen the screws holding the cover in place. Most keyless locks require premium alkaline batteries or lithium batteries of a specific voltage.

What happens if your Sentry Safe battery is low?

Please try again later. If your safe battery is low, the latch mechanism won’t open even if the code is correct and shows a green light. I figured out this neat trick with a magnet that might also work for you. Keep in mind, the magnet is ridiculously powerful and that’s why it works. Loading…