Retrofitting an Electronic Safe Lock Into A Floor Safe, PART2
I was invited to the retrofitting of an Eclipse Rota-Bolt in-floor safe with a La Gard LG BASIC electronic lock.
The development of the electronic safe lock has revolutionized the way people think about owning a safe. Operating a mechanical safe lock required not only memorizing the three or four numbers of the combination, but also what seems to be even harder, memorizing the dialing...
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Note: If there is a mistake, wait 30seconds for the lock to reset and begin at Step 1.
A double signal will occur if the new code has been entered properly. If not, a triple signal occurs, indicating the old code is still valid. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to program a new code.
LA GARD recommends replacing the battery in the electronic entry device at least once a year.
To ensure proper operation of the electronic safe lock, the door should be opened at least once a month to allow humidity to escape. The alternative is to use desiccant to remove the humidity in the air within the floor safe. For this article, we used Safe Dri, a desiccant available in three sizes. Two of the sizes, the 30 (safes up to 30 Cubic Feet) and 60 (safes up to 60 Cubic Feet) are rechargeable.
For more information on Eclipse Safes, contact Eclipse Industries, 1923 Commercial St., Escondido, CA 92029. Telephone: 760-746-1016. Web Site: www.eclipsesafe.com.
For more information on the desiccant, contact Safe Dri, P.O. Box 691086. Tulsa, OK 74169. Telephone: 888-469-7233. Web Site: www.safeart.net.
For more information on the LGBASIC products, contact your local locksmith distributor.
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