How to Change a Combination Lock
Combination locks are inexpensive and easy to use. But if you have trouble remembering a random series of numbers, or if you feel the security of the lock is compromised, you can change the combination to a set of numbers of your choice. Most new locks come with a specific tool for changing the combination. Follow the simple instructions below, and it will take only minutes to erase your original combination and assign a new combination.
Instructions
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Open the lock with the original/previous combination.
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Pull up on the latch, and swing away to show the opening.
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Push the combination-changing tool down into the opening. Keep the tool inserted in the lock while changing the combination.
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Twist the dial of the lock clockwise, and then clockwise again. On the second turn, stop on the first number of your newly chosen combination.
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Twist the dial counterclockwise, then counterclockwise again. On the second turn, stop on the second number of your newly chosen combination.
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Twist the dial clockwise once, stopping on the third number of your newly chosen combination. Your new combination should be set.
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Pull out the changing tool.
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Swing the latch back to the opening and push the latch down. You should hear the latch click.
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Test the new combination, and open the lock.
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Tips & Warnings
Note, some combination locks require a key instead of a latch tool to create a combination.
