Sentry Safes are well known to be reliable and durable and can be used to keep valuables, treasured documents, and much more secure. This guide will help you with the steps to follow whether you’re having trouble opening your safe or whether you’ve just bought a new Sentry safe.
1. Recognize your safe type
Sentry Safes can be accessed in several models and each model has different locking features. Some of the common ones include:
- Electronic Keypad Safes
- Combination Dial Safes
- Biometric Safes
- Key-Only Safes
Always ensure you know the safe type and the tools required, such as a key or combination or imprint, before attempting to open the safe.
2. How to Open an Electronic Keypad Safe
- Enter the Code:
- By pressing the keypad buttons, type in your security code.
- Do not forget to press the buttons very firmly and be on the lookout for a beep or light that indicates a successful entry.
2. Turning the Handle or Knob:
Upon entering the correct code you can now turn the handle or knob to open the safe.
3. Change of Batteries (If Necessary):
In case your keypad was unresponsive before, you can replace the batteries located inside the keypad or on the door.
3. Combination Lock Safe: How to Open It
Step 1: Get a Manual Combining Key Safe
Check the safe’s manual or purchase receipt to find the combination code.
Step 2: Break the combination.
- dial the first number to the right
- and the second to the left.
- Turn the dial one last time to the right to reach the last number of the code.
Always ensure that it is in perfect alignment with the marks on the dial.
Step 3: Turn the Handle
After typing the combination in, simply turn the handle to unlock the safe.
4. Biometric Safe: Here’s How to Unlock It
Step 1: Register Your Fingerprint
If this is your first time using the safe, follow the instructions on how to register your fingerprints.
Step 2: Put Your Finger on the Scanner
Put your finger that has been registered on the scanner and wait for the green light or confirmation beep.
Step 3: Unlock The Safe
Once your finger has been recognized, you may proceed to unlock the safe.
5. Key-Only Safes
- To open up the Safe, take the key and place it in the lock before turning it.
- In addition, make sure to keep emergency keys in a safe, separate place.
Many customers experience some basic issues when using Sentry Safe. Here is a guide to help how to resolve these safe issues.
Safe Won’t Open After Entering Code:
Replace the batteries, try cleaning the keypad, and check if the code is properly entered.
- Forgot The Key Or Combination:
If you have your proof of purchase and a serial number, Sentry Safe customer service can provide you replacement key or combination.
- Handle Feels Stuck:
The safe door may be out of alignment, apply gentle pressure, or if it’s already aligned, try unlocking the handle.
Final Words and Advice for Sentry Safe Owners:
- Be sure to replace the batteries on electronic locks to prevent being locked out.
- Make sure to store the written combination or off-site copy of the combination securely but in a location where it is readily available.
- Consider registering your safe with Sentry. This provides you with a great deal of ease in the event of having a problem.
- By doing these steps, you will be able to use Sentry Safes efficiently and in a manner that enables all of your items to remain intact.
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