How to replace batteries in a safe

A safe is a very useful thing in the house. You can safely store any things that have value in it: from cash to jewelry. Its most important advantage, of course, is the mechanism with a code, which works not just like that, but with the help of batteries. And they need to be changed at certain intervals, otherwise the electronic mechanism may turn off at the most inopportune moment.
There is nothing complicated in the procedure for replacing batteries, so it’s quite possible to handle it yourself. It is only important to monitor the regularity of this action and purchase several packs of batteries in advance. You will learn about where exactly to insert the batteries and what to consider during operation in this article.

Types of safes

First you need to determine the type of your safe if you don’t know for sure. After all, there are different models, each of which will have its own rules.

Batteries are used in devices that have an electronic lock.

IMPORTANT! If you do not replace the battery in time, you will not be able to open the safe.

You will have to turn to professionals who will hack it and also require an additional fee. To prevent this annoying problem from happening, it is best not to forget about the need for replacement, because the whole procedure takes a few minutes, but saves time and money.
There are the following types of safes:

• burglary-resistant;
• fire-resistant;
• fire resistant;

These are general categories that are used by those who do not intend to go particularly deep into the topic. But sellers and various professionals distinguish many more different types in accordance with the features of the devices and their functions.
For example, as the name suggests, burglar-resistant safes can resist various types of break-ins, but are powerless against fires unless they are immediately extinguished. Within this category there are also burglary resistance classes, which depend on where the safe will be located and what to protect. Fire-resistant models are ideal protection for your valuables, but not everyone can afford them.
Before purchasing any model, you need to think about what exactly you need in order to choose the ideal safe, both in terms of functionality and cost.
You can divide devices into types based on another criterion: the location of the battery compartment. It can be inside or outside. This is another detail that deserves attention in order to change the battery without any problems in the future.

How to prepare a safe for replacement

Once all the features of your safe have been studied, you can begin replacing it. But before you start work, you need to prepare for the procedure.
You already know what model you have, so now you need to find out which batteries are suitable for it. They vary in power. The necessary information in most cases is provided in the instructions, and if it is missing, the necessary information can be quickly found on the Internet.
If the previous batteries have not yet run out or the compartment is located outside, then no problems should arise and no special preparation is required.But in the case when the compartment is inside, and the electricity in the mechanism has completely run out, you will have to tinker. You will need to remove the plug that covers the code panel. To do this, you will need the emergency key that comes with these models.
If it was lost, you will have to contact customer service.

Instructions for changing the battery

The easiest option would again be to replace the batteries in the safe, where the compartment is located outside. You just need to open it either with a special press or with a screwdriver and place energy carriers there. Be sure to observe polarity and try not to short-circuit the contacts of the device. The compartment is then closed.
The advantage of an electronic lock is that even if the energy has already run out, the combination lock will remain, so you can open it immediately after replacing it.
In the case when the box is located inside, you can also try to power the mechanism with energy using the terminals that are located on the panel. Don't forget about safety and polarity rules.

NOTE! The compartments are different. And only a certain type of battery is suitable for each of them.

They differ in the number of batteries that can be placed in them, in size, in location and many other factors. Each model, depending on the amount of electricity required by the mechanism, has different boxes.

Despite the fact that the general replacement instructions are the same for almost every safe, each box may have its own characteristics, without knowing which you can ruin the entire mechanism.

Change subtleties and recommendations

The most important thing is to replace it on time.Experts recommend doing this at least once a year or immediately after the low voltage alarm goes off. After such a signal appears, the safe will open about 50 more times, but it’s not worth the risk.
The best batteries that are recommended to be placed in safes are alkaine and lithium.
Be careful during all operations performed with a wrench or screwdriver - if you have never used these tools before, you can easily damage the mechanism, and this will result in an expensive and long-term repair. Despite the fact that the procedure itself is simple, some models may have a large number of features and difficulties in which even replacing the batteries can lead to disastrous results. In this case, it is better to immediately turn to professionals rather than tempt fate.
Now you know how to replace the batteries in a safe and what difficulties you may encounter during this process.