Defiant Door Knob Installation Instructions
Snap off the back cover (opposite where you punch the numbers) by pinching the sides and pulling off. Do not press a pen or anything into the small light, you do not need too. Just pinch and yank off cover. You will see a small light and beside it is a small SET button by the batteries, it is labelled. Press this Set button for 2 seconds.
The red LED will light on the front code side and beep twice to indicate you are in programming mode. Enter your current code that you want to change (factory set is 12345) and then press the button that looks like a little lock on the keypad.
Enter the digits '10' and press the lock button again. Enter the new code (must be six digits) and then press the lock button again.
The red light should go on continously for 10 seconds. The code should be effective.
Note: if you have problems like we did, you can also remove one battery and press the 'set' button simulataneously when you reinsert the battery. This resets the factory code of 12345. Then you can start over. For some reason our old code was only 4 digits, but it would not let us reprogram a 4 digit code. It didn't work until we did a 6 digit new code.
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Posted on Aug 13, 2012. For this particular Defiant model: To delete an individual existing user code:. Press SET for 2 seconds. Red light will turn on, beeps twice, and you're now in Programming Mode. Enter your programming code then press the Lock button (lock 'icon').
Enter 30 (3-then-0), then press the Lock button. Enter the code you wish to delete, then press the Lock button.
Red light stays lit for 10 seconds. Existing user code is now deleted (you can test to see if the code still works) To delete ALL existing user codes in one go:. Press SET for 2 seconds. Red light will turn on, beeps twice, and you're now in Programming Mode. Enter your programming code then press the Lock button (lock 'icon').
Enter 40 (4-then-0), then press the Lock button. Press the 'C' button for 3 seconds (I think the C stands for Cancel). Green light will turn on with a single beep. Red light stays lit for 10 seconds. ALL user codes are now deleted (you can test to see if the codes still works).
Add a new user code (in case you're wondering):. Press SET for 2 seconds. Red light will turn on, beeps twice, and you're now in Programming Mode. Enter your programming code then press the Lock button (lock 'icon').
Enter 20 (2-then-0), then press the Lock button. Enter the new user code (4-6 digits), then press the Lock button. Max number of storable codes is 10 according to manual. Red light stays lit for 10 seconds. New user code is now added (you can test to see if the code works) Posted on Feb 21, 2013.
Master Lock Replacing an old cylindrical door knob with a new one is an easy job when you know how. Expert advice on how to repair common problems with door knob locks and deadbolts, such as stuck or frozen door locks, latches that don’t latch, and keys broken off in locks. Many door knob and lockset problems can be corrected before they become so serious that the lockset does not work at all.
Often, a malfunctioning latch assembly or lock mechanism causes the problem. Here we look at repairs for locksets and knobs. If you have a key that won’t work in the lock, please see. The lock mechanism may not work simply because the lock is dirty or dry and needs to be lubricated with (do not use any type of oil because this will gum-up the works). An improperly functioning latch may be the result of a poorly fitting door.
©Don Vandervort, HomeTips Cylindrical Lockset Diagram Exterior latches and locksets, on the other hand, can be very pricey. If you need a pro to fix problems with a high-quality door knob or lockset, removing the hardware and taking it to a locksmith is usually far less expensive than having the locksmith come to you. Lock Doesn’t Latch Properly When a door latch doesn’t click into position, it usually means the latch and the strike plate are out of alignment. Tighten the hinge screws and then try adjusting the strike plate by loosening its screws and shifting it slightly. Repairs range from making minor latch adjustments to repositioning the door. If the latch does not catch, close the door slowly to watch how the latch bolt meets the strike plate.
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The bolt may be positioned above, below, or to one side of the strike plate. (Scars on the strike plate will show where it is misaligned.) It is also possible the door has shrunk and the latch no longer reaches the strike plate. Once you have figured out the problem, try one of the methods shown here.
©Don Vandervort, HomeTips If door latch doesn’t align, adjust the position of the strike plate. When possible, it’s easiest to file the slot in the strike plate a little bit so that it will receive the latch. For less than a 1/8-inch misalignment of the latch bolt and strike plate, file the inside edges of the plate to enlarge the opening. Shifting the strike plate’s position usually involves mortising the jamb, filling part of the old mortise, and so forth.
You can also solve misalignment by replacing the strike plate with an. For more than a 1/8-inch misalignment, remove the strike plate and extend the mortise higher or lower as necessary.
Replace the plate, fill the gap at the top or bottom with, and refinish. If the latch does not reach the strike plate, shim out the plate, or add another strike plate on top of it (remove the screws and run them through both plates). If the latch still will not reach, shim out the door’s hinges. As a last resort, remove the door’s hinges and shim them to adjust the door’s position. Door Knob Is Loose Door knobs may become loose over time. Methods of tightening them depend upon the type of lockset. You can tighten a simple interior mortise lockset like the one shown at left as follows: 1) Loosen the setscrewon the knob’s shank.
2) Hold the knob on the other side of the door, and turn the loose knob clockwise until it fits snugly. Then tighten the screw until you feel it resting against the flat side of the spindle.
The knob should turn freely. 3) If this does not help, remove the knob and check the spindle; if the spindle is worn, it must be replaced. If the whole lockset is worn, it is best to replace it entirely. You can buy new online.
Defiant Door Knob Installation
Door Lock Is Frozen or Works Slowly Exterior locks can freeze, interior locks get dirty, and small internal parts eventually wear out or break. Before you buy a replacement lock, try some quick remedies. Victor Aerosol lock de-icer thaws and lubricates a frozen lock. Put some into the keyhole, either by squeezing it from a tube or dusting it onto a key, and then operate the lock a few times to work the graphite into the mechanism. Contain alcohol and other lubricants that help to dissolve gummy, dirty deposits. The last resort is to disassemble the lock to see if something has jammed or is broken—you may be able to set it straight or replace the part without buying a whole new lock.
Entire Lock Cylinder Turns A cylinder turns when the setscrew(s) meant to hold it in place become loose or broken. Mortise lockset: Remove the faceplate (if there is one) at the door’s edge and locate the one or two cylinder setscrews. They should be in line with the center of the cylinder. Tighten the setscrew(s) by turning clockwise—be sure they engage the slot that runs along the edge of the cylinder (the key slot should be perfectly vertical). Replace the faceplate. Surface-mounted rim lock: Unscrew and remove the cover, called a “case.” Tighten the cylinder setscrews. Replace the case.
Deadbolt Is Stuck The chances are good that the bolt is having a hard time finding the throat in the strike plate. Be sure the strike plate is secure and in reasonable alignment with the bolt. You can file the edges of the strike plate a little, and even slightly round the edges of the deadbolt’s end. If this doesn’t work, you’ll probably have to remove the strike plate, fill the screw holes with glue and wood matchsticks, reposition it properly, and rescrew it in. Key Is Broken Off in Lock.