How are the keys that come with the safe used? I assumed they open the safe if the electronics fail but I see no keyed lock on the safe.
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The key hole is behind the "Barska" nameplate. Remove with the Allen wrench supplied.
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Hi Lisa,You don't. There's nothing electronic in connection with the safe. I have two of them and recommend this safe. Hope this helps.
879525
It has two forms of opening it..a digital passcode and the key itself, Is almost a round lug key...to be perfectly honest..I wouldn't buy the safe...was disappointed with the build quality and could easily be breached from the thin metal back..keep shopping around doc
1456167
Yikes. You may be up that infamous, stinky creek. One choice is crow-barring it open, which will ruin the safe and maybe damage your 2X4 studs and dry wall. One hope is that you can find the serial number (not the model number). Most companies can replace a key if they know that number. You would also have to convince them you are the owner of the safe... and not a thief that stole a safe! Hope it works out for you... Hey also... maybe a good lock and key company could pick the lock for you??? It might cost you $50 or so.
1995860
I think any lock can be opened By someone who knows what their doing. I Would not get a lock with out a key because the electronics may fail; or run out of power leaving you locked out. If your concerned about bumping; you could always disable the key slot with superglue or something
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Well, Not enought information, But I will try to answer the question, First to use the key you have to take the Key pad off the safe, I think it uses a phillips to remove the pad, Then back-up key lock is exposed to open door, If you forgot your password that is how you open the safe, To reset password you have to use the red button inside to reset, read the manual.
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There are two types of keys provided. The regular key works with the electronic lock, but there is a master key that can open the safe without knowing the combination or if the batteries happen to go dead. Battery life I've experienced with this safe was good for more than two years with good brand name alkaline battery.
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Mechanical lock - Best for long term use . I've had bad experiences with the reliability of the cheap electronic safes.
444580
The two 9V batteries are outside the safe and mounted on the circuit board under the keypad. The safe does not have to be opened to replace the batteries.I hope this answer answers your question.
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I would return it and get a new one.. it should have come with detailed instructions, batteries, two keys and a warranty book. If you did not get these things (they are not inside the safe), then return it and get a new one. Pain in the butt but it sounds like you may have gotten a used or previously opened safe, which seems unsafe. lol
539591
No, it's just a simple safe. Comes with a plain L-R-L combination already assigned. Plus a key lock.
683069
The lock is small, so the key most likely would just fall out when opened. It is inevitable they would see it when the lock is opened.
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I understand those can be re-keyed by a locksmith, but to just order a new key, I doubt it. Or if you order a whole new lock the new key probably won't work. If it did, that would mean any robber with a spare key to one of those would be able to get in. That wouldn't be too secure would it? Balance the cost of re-keying with the cost of just buying a whole new lock unit and proceed accordingly.
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As long as you leave the key in the unlocked position the combination works the safe perfectly. I often put mine in the unlocked position and remove the key if I will be accessing the contents of the safe on a regular basis for a day or two.
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Mine went dead just a few days ago, and when I put new batteries in, the safe had kept the same combination I had. Check to make sure they are good batteries, and there in right. If you still want to change the code, there is a button on the inside back of the digital display on the inside of the door. Press to reset and put new ones in. But when the batteries go bad it does keep your code until you get new ones.
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there is a key included with the safe to open it in case the battery dies. Just don't lose the key!
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I purchased one on an auction website and it came without the manual key. I figured I'd change the batteries every few months so i wouldn't ever be locked out. For whatever reason, my safe never gave the indicator warning the installed batteries needed to be changed - I was locked out! After I tried unsuccessfully to get key replacements from Barska, I ended up ordering the external battery powered backup accessory from Barska for about $20. It runs off of 4 AA batteries and plugs directly into a port on the side of the Biometric "dial" on the door. I highly recommend getting it just in case the keys get misplaced. Just remember not to keep the back-up in the safe...lol. I purchased one on an auction website and it came without the manual key. I figured I'd change the batteries every few months so i wouldn't ever be locked out. For whatever reason, my safe never gave the indicator warning the installed batteries needed to be changed - I was locked out! After I tried unsuccessfully to get key replacements from Barska, I ended up ordering the external battery powered backup accessory from Barska for about $20. It runs off of 4 AA batteries and plugs directly into a port on the side of the Biometric "dial" on the door. I highly recommend getting it... » Read More I purchased one on an auction website and it came without the manual key. I figured I'd change the batteries every few months so i wouldn't ever be locked out. For whatever reason, my safe never gave the indicator warning the installed batteries needed to be changed - I was locked out! After I tried unsuccessfully to get key replacements from Barska, I ended up ordering the external battery powered backup accessory from Barska for about $20. It runs off of 4 AA batteries and plugs directly into a port on the side of the Biometric "dial" on the door. I highly recommend getting it just in case the keys get misplaced. Just remember not to keep the back-up in the safe...lol. « Show Less