Kwikset SMARTCODE 917 Installation And User Manual page 2

3
Install the exterior keypad, spindle, and interior assembly
A
Install exterior keypad.
cable goes
under latch
Make sure to
keep your door
open until you
have programmed
a user code.
D
Connect and secure cable to interior assembly.
a
Connect cable.
K
b
Route cable through clips.
4
Install levers
A B
Install exterior lever.
Lever handle
faces away
from the latch
and hole is on
the bottom.
J1 or J2
5
Test latch operation
Close door, test latch operation and make adjustments as needed:
The small bolt of the latch should not enter the strike
hole. If it enters the strike hole, reposition strike.
6
Install battery
A
Remove interior cover.
If you installed the
L
security screw in step 3C,
you will need to remove
it to install the battery.
B
Install spindle.
rounded edge
faces latch
G
F
Red side must face left.
Ensure tight cable connection.
C
Insert key and Secure exterior lever.
turn 90° clockwise.
This step is necessary
to access the set screw on
the exterior lever.
small bolt in
strike hole
small bolt NOT
in strike hole
B
Connect 9V battery.
latch
E
Install interior assembly and secure with mounting screws.
a
Install interior assembly
while holding the exterior
assembly. Make sure the
spindle fully engages with
the interior assembly.
K
Hold exterior assembly.
D
Install interior lever.
Lever handle
faces away
from the latch.
J1 or J2
1. Tighten pre-
H
installed set screw.
2. Turn key back to
TIP: You may need to jiggle
vertical position
the handle while pushing to
then remove it.
ensure it is fully engaged.
If latch is loose in the strike, adjust the strike tab so it
grips the latch bolt better when the door is closed.
M
2 / 4
68221
actual
size
Q
C
OPTIONAL: Install security set screw.
Installing the security
set screw will lock
the interior cover and
prevent easy access
to the battery and
Program button.
Interior assembly
b
Secure interior assembly
with mounting screws.
Ensure both interior and
exterior assemblies are
parallel to edge of door
before securing.
CAUTION:
Do not use
power tools
Q (2x)
Note:
Tighten screws evenly
and do not overtighten .
E
Secure interior lever.
Tighten pre-
installed set
screw.
tab
C
Secure battery into interior assembly.
R
R
H