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Simplex 900 Series Manual

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SIMPLEX UNICAN LOCKS
CHANGING THE CODE / COMBINATION
2400/2500 Series
Simplex 5000 Series
900 Series
1000 Series
L1000 Series
LP1000 Series
EE1000 Series
2000 Series
2015 Series
3000 Series
3100 Series
6200 Series
7000 Series
7100 Series
8100 Series
960 Series

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Summary of Contents for Simplex 900 Series

  • Page 1 SIMPLEX UNICAN LOCKS CHANGING THE CODE / COMBINATION 900 Series 1000 Series L1000 Series LP1000 Series EE1000 Series 2000 Series 2015 Series 2400/2500 Series 3000 Series 3100 Series Simplex 5000 Series 6200 Series 7000 Series 7100 Series 8100 Series 960 Series...
  • Page 2 ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 900 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination The door must be open.
  • Page 3 11. Replace the screw on the top of the lock housing. [Note: The outside thumbturn cannot be forced to retract the latch / bolt because it is connected to the lock housing by a friction clutch. If the thumbturn has been forced, it can be turned back to the vertical position by hand without damaging the lock.] Troubleshooting Symptom/problem: Turning outside thumbturn always retracts latch/bolt without depressing without any...
  • Page 4 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 1000 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination The door must be open.
  • Page 5 9. Resecure the combination change plug assembly by screwing it in clockwise with the DF-59 key — do not overtighten (see figure 6). Remove the key and store it in a secure area with these instructions and the spanner wrench. Troubleshooting Symptom/problem: Outside knob when turned always retracts latch without depressing any buttons.
  • Page 6 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] L1000 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination The door must be open.
  • Page 7 9. Resecure the combination change plug assembly by screwing it in clockwise with the DF-59 key — do not overtighten (see figure 6). Remove the key and store it in a secure area with these instructions and the spanner wrench. Troubleshooting Symptom/problem: Outside lever when turned always retracts latch without depressing any buttons.
  • Page 8 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] LP1000 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination The door must be open.
  • Page 9 Solution: Follow the procedure for setting a new combination except omit step 3 (do not enter the existing combination).
  • Page 10 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] EE1000 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination The door must be open.
  • Page 11 Troubleshooting Symptom/problem: Turning outside or inside knob always always retracts latch without depressing any buttons. Cause: Lock is in zero combination. Solution: Follow the procedure for changing a combination (Step 14 on page 26 of your manual) except omit step 3 (do not enter the existing combination).
  • Page 12 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 2000 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination Tool Required: DF59 Control Key (provided with lock)
  • Page 13 [Note: Do not force at any time. If a wrong combination is entered while operating the lock, turn the outside thumbturn to the left (counterclockwise) to the stop position and release. This will clear any previously depressed buttons. Enter in the correct combination.
  • Page 14 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 2015 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination Important: Perform this procedure with the DOOR OPEN.
  • Page 15 10. Remount the front lock assembly by aligning the lock-in studs of the mounting bracket with the mating holes of the front lock assembly lock-in plate. 11. Turn the control key to the left (counterclockwise) to the vertical position. The front lock assembly is now locked in place.
  • Page 16 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] Switch Locks 2400/2500 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination...
  • Page 17 8. Turn the control knob to the right (clockwise) to the stop position and release to activate the new combination (see figure 4). 9. Enter new combination and test operation before reassembly. 10. Replace the "tamper proof" button head screw back into the front escutcheon plate with the special combination change tool provided.
  • Page 18 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 3000 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination Important: Perform this procedure with the DOOR OPEN.
  • Page 19 8. Turn the thumb piece to the right (clockwise) to the stop position to activate the new combination - note that latch is retracted. Release thumb piece (see figure 4). 9. Replace control lock assembly and trim plate by inserting threaded rod portion into the combination change sleeve and turning to the right (clockwise) until trim plate is snug up against stile of door.
  • Page 20 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 3100 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination Perform this procedure with the door open.
  • Page 21 12. Before closing the door, test the operation of the lock using the new combination. Troubleshooting Symptom/problem: The lock opens when you depress the enter button and pull the outside paddle, without entering a combination. Cause: The lock is in zero code (it has no set combination). Solution: Reset the code by following the instructions in Chapter 13 "Changing Combination"...
  • Page 22 5000 Series FAQ Resset Lost or Unknown Combination To download PDF of this model, see under Downloads/Simplex/Simplex 5000 Series Index.
  • Page 23 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 6200 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination For your security the combination must be changed when the lock is installed.
  • Page 24 12. Try to turn the thumbturn to the right (clockwise) again. The thumbturn will not turn clockwise unless the correct combination is entered. Note: Excessive force will slip the thumbturn 180°. The slipping mechanism (force-proof clutch) protects the lock’s internal mechanism from forced entry. 13.
  • Page 25 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 7000 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination Important: The following steps must be performed while the door is be open.
  • Page 26 9. For automatic relocking latches, release the outside thumbturn and the latch should return to its initial extended position. For manual relocking deadbolts, turn the outside thumbturn to the left (counterclockwise) until it stops; the bolt should extend. Keep the door open and test the operation of the lock 2-3 times to make sure your combination was set correctly.
  • Page 27 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 7100 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination Important: The following steps must be performed while the door is be open.
  • Page 28 9. For automatic relocking latches, release the outside thumbturn and the latch should return to its initial extended position. For manual relocking deadbolts, turn the outside thumbturn to the left (counterclockwise) until it stops; the bolt should extend. Keep the door open and test the operation of the lock 2-3 times to make sure your combination was set correctly.
  • Page 29 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] 8100 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination For your security the combination must be changed when the lock is installed.
  • Page 30 Cause: Lock is in zero combination. Solution: Follow the procedure for changing a combination except omit step 3 (do not enter the existing combination).
  • Page 31 [Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.] Cabinet Locks 9600 Series FAQ Changing the Code / Combination...
  • Page 32 If a wrong combination is entered while operating the lock, turn the outside thumbturn to the left (counterclockwise) to the stop position and release. This will clear any previously depressed buttons. Enter in the correct combination. Troubleshooting Symptom/problem: Turning outside thumbturn clockwise always retracts latch without depressing any buttons.