How difficult is it to get past the LOCK? I need something that is absolutely tamperproof.
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I have to agree with beholder242. The lock is as robust as it can be considering the application. I don't believe that the average person could defeat it simply by trying to pick it.
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We love this Dispenser. We covered up the button for early dispensal. Have to use a key to get inside. We use this with an Alztimers patient and it is great.
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I've not tried to pick the lock, but it looks fairly sturdy. I think if someone wanted to brute force the thing open THAT badly, they probably could, but they'd destroy the thing in the process.
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I purchased for my mother, but she refused to use it. It looked like a quality product but I can't speak to how "tamperproof" it is
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Hi Kelly, I would say it would be very difficult. Not impossible as if some used a sledge hammer, they could probably smash the box open. I bought this for my 89 year-old mother who has some dimentia. She wasn't taking her meds responsibly and this machine has enabled her to continue to live in independent living (although I do have to keep track of her meds, ordering them & filling the dispenser). To be honest, I don't think my mom has bothered to try to mess with the lock and hasn't even asked why it's locked. The only real downside is that even if the machine is used correctly & the pills are removed when the alarm sounds, it doesn't mean the patient will actually take them. There have been a few times when mom took the pills out, her phone rang and she got distracted then went off to bed. It's not a perfect system, but overall, works for us as she doesn't want to live with my husband and I and I want to wait as long as possible to consider assisted living arrangements. I will also say that this device requires the user to pick up the "round disc containing the pills, turn it over until the pills fall out then place it back on the base unit. There is a green light indicator that goes to red when the round disk of pills is lifted off the base. You will know the round disk is properly replaced when the light turns back to green. It took my mom a few times to do it right and she hasn't had a problem since. She's been using the pill dispenser for almost a year now. Hope this helps. Good luck.
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I think it would take using a hammer on the lock to break it (unless one knows how to pick locks). However, the edges of the top cover can be pried up by either fingers or some prying tool (knife, screwdriver), and if the "pryer" was willing to break the top off, the meds could be accessed. However, I think this would take a normal adult's strength and hand dexterity, and an ability to feel for where the lid meets the body of the dispenser and the acuity to figure out that this is where the top can be broken off with enough force. I don't think a weak or very disorganized person could break it open by just banging on it with a fist or throwing it on the floor. Hope that helps. I think it would take using a hammer on the lock to break it (unless one knows how to pick locks). However, the edges of the top cover can be pried up by either fingers or some prying tool (knife, screwdriver), and if the "pryer" was willing to break the top off, the meds could be accessed. However, I think this would take a normal adult's strength and hand dexterity, and an ability to feel for where the lid meets the body of the dispenser and the acuity to figure out that this is where the top can be broken off with enough force. I don't think a weak or very disorganized person... » Read More I think it would take using a hammer on the lock to break it (unless one knows how to pick locks). However, the edges of the top cover can be pried up by either fingers or some prying tool (knife, screwdriver), and if the "pryer" was willing to break the top off, the meds could be accessed. However, I think this would take a normal adult's strength and hand dexterity, and an ability to feel for where the lid meets the body of the dispenser and the acuity to figure out that this is where the top can be broken off with enough force. I don't think a weak or very disorganized person could break it open by just banging on it with a fist or throwing it on the floor. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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Cheap Answer - Lockpick and/or Lockpicking Kit Expensive Answer - Locksmith: Clearly that should NOT happen.. sorry
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I would think a Spanner bit would do it, but I'm not sure the size. You could ask Gerber, or just find a hardware store that sells tamper resistant bits.
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Wow, thanks for asking this question. I never thought of that, and that fact that the combination has to be set to close the lock helped me choose not to buy this lock. Thank you.
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This model has a simple lock that would not be difficult for a motivated person to defeat. It is about as sophisticated as a lock on a paper towel dispenser. Perfectly effective for a senior who might shake it or probe it with a finger. The next model up has a more standard lock and would be more appropriate for a narcotic security situation. Nevertheless, a good effort with a hammer could break the device open regardless of the lock.
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Programmin was not easy. But you can use the five buttons on the right side to enter your pin. The front of the handlel has a plug that pops out to reveal a keyway. The lock is not "high security" but conveneint for a door that requires more than a passage set.
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Who needs a key when you can just break it very easily? I wouldn't buy this if it wasn't the only thing that you could use for a game cam security box. I got 2 stolen just a couple weeks ago.
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I've read that they do make locks for them... pricey. I'm going to use some plastic zip ties on mine to help keep them from being pirated. I keep my vehicle garaged mostly though.
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You have to use the key to lock or unlock it. No way to accidently close it or lock it without a key.
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I bought one and it's a PIA to install threw it away and bought another brand. There may be different keys like any other lock. you would need to contact the manufacturer for the answer about different. A thief would want to grab it and be gone not tinker around with any kind of lock. Make yours harder to steal than the next guys.
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this may not help much, but there was a push of the knob before turning to the secret number, which is on the bottom of the safe. it is tricky for sure, but once we got it, worked easily,however, once you get it open ...keys very hard to use. we bent the key trying to open. I wish I hadn't thrown away all the packing, to send it back. sorry
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Honestly, any lock can be broken. I feel that different locks just have different levels of deterring thieves. I've had it for a month so far, it feels really sturdy and I feel safe using it but its something I have to lug around because the weight is very noticeable (around 9 pounds). If you don't think you will mind carrying that extra weight then by all means pick this one up
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The lock is difficult to open when using the key. If a savvy teen has lots of time to tamper with the lock, maybe so.
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you need either a fingerprint or combination code to open it. the physical key is used to completely lock the safe, so neither of those 2 methods can be used, but it cannot be used by itself to open the safe
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Although there is a thin tab on both side of the handle for a lock to go through, it is not in any way a "secure" lock. As stated in another answer, case can be easily cut into or the hinges pried apart. It's more of a "I don't want you in here" lock than a "you can't get in here" lock. Do not put anything of value or danger in this case thinking it would be safe.
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No! I have one of these, lost a key and tried to get a copy, no luck. The keys are too thin, there are no blanks that work. I tried at Ace Hardware and True Value with no luck. I had problems with my lock and contacted the manufacturer three times and never got a response.
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U tube abounds with ways to get around this lock. Some involve snapping a piece off of the lap top.