Install Falcon Exit Device
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by L0cksm1thAdm1nLR
2y ago
Install Falcon Exit Device Welcome to Locksmith Channel! Today, we’re going to be installing a Falcon exit device crash bar on a door that is constantly beat up by skis, boots, luggage racks, and anything else you can imagine that would be traveling through the hallways of a ski resort. In the original equipment that we are pulling off the door, I found all kinds of broken pieces. The first and most important thing that I will be focusing on with this project is to solve the problem long term. The way we can do this most effectively is to eliminate as many protruding and moving parts as p ..read more
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StrongArm Carbide bits
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by L0cksm1thAdm1nLR
2y ago
Welcome to Locksmith Channel! Today, we’re going to be taking a look at drill bits. Obviously, there are many different sizes and qualities of drill bits that we all carry in our tool bags. I, personally, always start with ¼”, 3/8”, and then jump up to ½”, especially when I know that I will be drilling through metal. It is always important to phase up in size instead of just trying to ram a ½” bit through metal, as this will be hard on you and on the drill battery, not to mention the large bit you started out with. Self-auguring wood bits are nice to have in your bag for wood, and heavy ..read more
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Norton 1601 Series Door Closer Installation.
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by Wayne Winton
2y ago
Norton 1601 Series Door Closer Installation Today we’re going to be installing a Norton 1601 series door closer in the parallel position. Previously, we have shown you how to install this closer in the regular position. The parallel position installation uses the additional bracket. You will need to know how to install this closer in both formats, so let’s get started. First, we have the instructions taped up on the door, as it’s more convenient this way. This allows for just one set of hands for installation. The instructions will guide you and give you exact measurements of where you ..read more
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Safecracker: A Chronicle of the Coolest Job in the World
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by L0cksm1thAdm1nLR
2y ago
Safecracker: A Chronicle of the Coolest Job in the World A book was written by a national treasure Dave McOmie, quite possibly the best safe and vault technicians in not only the united states but the world. Always enthusiastic about his career and humble as well one of my favorite quotes I can remember from a class of Daves I took in Texas “There isn’t a safe or vault on this planet I can’t open, however, one of my greatest fears is locking the keys in my car because I wouldn’t have the first clue as to how to get them out”. Dave truly pioneered the industry with multiple books ..read more
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HES Smart Pac III
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by L0cksm1thAdm1nLR
2y ago
Here we have a HES 1006 CS in 12-hour continuous passage with more cycles. The strike was getting hot while receiving continuous power reaching temperatures in excess of 121 degrees Fahrenheit (see figure 1). After purchasing and installing the HES smart pac (see photo 2) the temperature was reduced to a more reasonable temperature and has maintained function well.We recommend installing a smart pac with all heavily used access control systems, especially ones that are receiving continuous power for extended periods of time like this one being put in passage mode for hours on end. (See f ..read more
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Lishi 2-in-1 Commercial/Residential Tools Webinar
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by Tyler J. Thomas
3y ago
Join Wayne Winton this Friday at 1:00 PM CST for a very detailed training webinar on Original Lishi’s 2-in-1 Commercial/Residential Tools! In this 3-hour webinar Wayne will show you how he utilizes these tools to service commercial and residential keyways including: Schlage pin tumbler locks (SC1/SC4) Kwikset pin tumbler locks (KW1) Best A keyway picking and decoding Kwikset Smart Key picking and decoding AM 5-6 padlock picking and decoding The class cost is $100 and includes $50 H.L. Flake credit. To register, click here. Do not miss out on this class! I have been able to preview this cla ..read more
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Simplex L1000, Part 1: Series Overview
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by Tyler J. Thomas
3y ago
This is the first in a 4-part series covering the Simplex L1000 series. This article will provide a series overview, the remaining articles will cover changing and resetting combinations, installation, and servicing, respectively.  Introduction For nearly 50 years the Simplex line has represented the most popular combination locks in the North American market. Found in a widespread of settings and situations, the L1000 is the shining star of the Simplex line. Figure 1 shows the newest version of the L1000, less core. You can find the L1000 in commercial buildings, retail stores, community ..read more
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Electric Strike Solenoid Replacement
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by Tyler J. Thomas
3y ago
This article originally appeared in the February, 2015 edition of Keynotes. Introduction I received a work order that an exterior door restricted to card swipe access was not releasing when an authorized card was used. The door had a Von Duprin 99 series rim exit device used in conjunction with an older Von Duprin 6100 series electric strike (Figure 1). Figure 1 After troubleshooting, I removed the mounting screws, disconnected the strike, and determined that the electric strike, set for fail secure, was receiving proper voltage/amperage (Figure 2) when an authorized card was used, but the e ..read more
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Major Manufacturing’s HIT-66 System
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by Tyler J. Thomas
3y ago
Introduction Major Manufacturing’s HIT-66 System is one of the most ubiquitous installation tools in the locksmith industry. It allows locksmiths to perform professional installations of the most popular cylindrical and mortise locks with amazing efficiency. HIT-66 Clamp System The basis of the HIT-66 is it’s clamp system. All other tools in the HIT-66 family attach to these rubber-lined clamps. The clamps fit doors ranging from 1-1/4” to 2-7/8” and are machined from aluminum. HIT-66-110 HIT-66-110 The HIT-66-100 is, for all intents and purposes, an installation template for any lock requi ..read more
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DIY Sargent 700 Series ET Trim Conversion
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by Tyler J. Thomas
3y ago
This article originally appeared in the April, 2015 edition of Keynotes. Introduction This article can be digested in 3 ways: a DIY method to change the function of the 700 Series ET trim used on a Sargent 8800 rim exit device, an example of the thought process associated with thinking “outside of the box” and using it in the field effectively, or a combination of the two. It is intended primarily for institutional locksmiths because it requires benchmark testing in the field and I cannot imagine that is cost efficient for a locksmith company under most circumstances (unless you have a spare d ..read more
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