How do I access the batteries in my digital safe?

Accessing the batteries in your digital safe Digital lock with override key - You will need to use the override key to open the safe. The battery pack is inside the door and batteries can only be replaced with the safe open. To access the override lock, there is usually a removable panel to the side of the keypad.

Can a safe be opened without a battery?

These safes cannot be opened without battery power and the batteries are located inside the safe. If your batteries are dead, you will need to hold a 9v battery (Like the ones you get in smoke detectors) to the connection points at the front of the safe, this should deliver the power you require to enter your code on the keypad.

Can a key be stored inside a safe?

Your safe will have come with a separate key which can be used to open the safe if the electronic lock fails or the batteries run down. Override keys should not be stored inside the safe.

How do I know if my safe battery is dead?

On most higher end electronic safes, the first sign that the safe batteries are dead is usually a longer series of beeps when you input your code or a warning on the display panel if you have one. If you are getting a low battery warning of any sort and if the safe won’t open it is likely that this is the problem.

What happens if a keypad battery is dead?

If the batteries are dead, you won’t get any response form the keypad whatsoever when you press the keys. If it is a lighted keypad, it won’t light up. It also won’t make noise when a key is pressed. If the batteries are low, it’s a little trickier.

Why is my safe not opening if the battery is low?

If you are getting a low battery warning of any sort and if the safe won’t open it is likely that this is the problem. Lower cost electronic safes may not warn you that the battery is running low and the first you may know is when the safe won’t open.