Manual # M08-0505-000
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Operation & Installation Guide
2601DF | 2602DF | 2603DF
Waterproof Fire Safe
Manual # M08-0505-000
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Index / Proper Use of Your Safe
Index
Proper Use of Your Safe ...............................................................................................1
Opening Your Safe for the First Time ................................................................3-4
Programming a Personal Passcode ........................................................................4
Safe Care & Maintenance / Consumer Affairs ................................................. 5-6
Safe Identification Record ..........................................................................................6
Ordering Replacement Entry Keys ..........................................................................7
Limited Warranty ..........................................................................................................8
Congratulations!
Your new First Alert® Waterproof Fire Safe will provide years of secure storage for valuables and important documents. This safe has been built with the highest manufacturing standards to ensure maximum user satisfaction. With proper care, your First Alert® safe will provide peace of mind for many years to come.
Package contents
MANU
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1 First Alert® Waterproof Fire
Resistant Safe
1 Operation &
Installation Guide 4 AA Batteries 2 Entry Keys
ProPer Use of YoUr safe
First alert® Waterproof Fire safes protect paper records and other valuable documents. UL testing shows that the interior temperature remains below
350°F for 30 minutes during a fire up to 1550° F. Your safe is protected by our Lifetime After Fire Replacement Guarantee. Please see details in that section on page 8.
Proper Use of Your Safe
Waterproof – Your new First Alert® Waterproof Fire Safe is designed to help protect your valuables from fire and water. This product has been validated to be waterproof when fully submerged for up to 1 hour and is not intended for long term underwater exposure.
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Moisture Warning
We recommend that you place delicate items such as pictures or intricate jewelry into an air-tight container before storing them in your safe. Avoid placing your safe in areas of high humidity. For optimum performance, the safe should be opened and aired out for at least 20 minutes every two (2) weeks.
Firearms Warning
This safe is not designed to store medication, items with combustible content, guns or other weapons.
To clean your safe, wash off with a damp cloth and dry. Never use paint thinners or chemical solvents, as they can permanently damage the finish.
For Your Protection
a Always store keys away from safe, NEVER INSIDE.
a Record all safe identification numbers on Safe Identification Record on page 6.
a Save this manual and NEVER keep it inside the safe. DO NOT DISCARD!
iMPortant: aLWaYs store saFe FLat
Always store your safe in a flat, horizontal position so that the contents remain protected during a fire. Storing the unit on the sides or ends WILL NOT PROTECT
CONTENTS during a fire.
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Opening Your Safe for the First Time / Opening & Closing Your Safe
oPenInG YoUr safe for THe fIrsT TIMe
Batteries and keys
Remove four (4) batteries and two (2) Entry Keys. They are located in the packing material. Remove them before discarding the box.
installing Batteries
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Locate the battery cover on the top of the lid.
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Slide the cover off the battery compartment.
3
Properly insert batteries, noting the +/- directions. The LED on top of the lid will blink red and green three (3) times.
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Replace cover and close the lid.
NOTE: Clean the battery contacts in the battery compartment and on the batteries before installing new batteries.
The pre-set factory code for your safe is:
1 2 3 4 5 *
oPenInG & CLosInG YoUr safe
opening Your safe with the keypad
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Enter the factory pre-set code 1-2-3-4-5 followed by the
*
key.
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After properly entering the entire sequence, the green light will turn on and the locking latch will open and spring forward.
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Lift the lid to open the safe.
NOTE: If an incorrect code is entered 3 TIMes in a row, the lock will automatically shut down for 4 MInUTes before it can be opened again using the correct code. During this delay, the key can be used to open the safe. If an incorrect code is entered, the red light will blink one time and you will hear 3 fast beeps.
opening Your safe with the key
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Insert the key into the lock and turn counterclockwise (to the left).
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The locking latch will open and spring forward.
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Press and turn the key clockwise (to the right) to remove.
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Lift the lid to open the safe.
Programming a Personal Passcode
closing Your safe
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Close the lid, making sure that the contents do not obstruct the seal. Place the keys in a secure place away from the safe.
2
Push the latch back and down onto the lid clasp and snap the latch into the closed position.
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Your safe is now locked.
ProGraMMInG a PersonaL PassCode
For security reasons, it is very important that you program your own personal passcode into the digital lock. The factory code should be changed immediately.
To program your own unique four to eight (4-8) digit passcode, follow these steps:
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Open the safe using the key or the five (5) digit passcode followed by the
*
key.
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Lift the lid and locate the reset button cover
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Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws and cover.
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Press the black reset button. The LED will flash yellow.
Enter your new 4-8 passcode followed by the
*
key.
Reenter the new passcode again and press the
*
key.
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If both entries match, the green LED will light up for 2 seconds indicating that your new passcode has been successfully programmed. If both entries do not match, the red LED will light up for 2 seconds and you will have to repeat steps
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Use the Phillips screwdriver to replace the two screws and cover.
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Safe Care and Maintenance / Consumer Affairs
LoW BatterY inDicator
Every time the keypad is activated, the system automatically checks the power level remaining in the batteries. If the power falls below a certain level, the keypad will beep and the red light will flash every two seconds to indicate the need for new batteries.
saFe care anD Maintenance
When properly maintained, your safe will continue to operate accurately for many years. In order to ensure optimum performance of your safe, please follow these simple precautions:
Battery Maintenance
1
Always purchase and use the batteries as specified by this User’s manual.
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Always replace all batteries at the same time. It is recommended to replace all batteries at least once a year or sooner depending on amount of use.
3
Always clean the battery contacts in the battery compartment and on the batteries before installing new batteries.
4
Always make sure all batteries match the polarity (+ and -) signs in the open battery compartment.
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If your safe will not be used for an extended period of time, it is recommended that you remove the batteries.
Always promptly remove and properly discard of all used batteries.
clean Hands - Never attempt to operate the digital keypad if your hands have excessive dirt, debris or liquids on them.
clean safe – To clean the surface of your safe, it is recommended that you use a mild cleaner (e.g., window cleaner) to avoid scratching or discoloring the surface.
Always wipe dry and NEVER use abrasive cleansers on the safe or digital keypad.
ConsUMer affaIrs
Your saFe’s unique iDentiFication nuMBers
When contacting Consumer Affairs, you should be prepared to supply some important information that specifically identifies your safe. This information is extremely important to assuring prompt and accurate assistance.
it is strongly recommended that you identify and record the following information in the safe identification record form located on page 6:
Model NuMber Key NuMber
Safe Identification Record
MoDeL nuMBer
The First Alert® Safes product line consists of many different models, each identified by a specific Model number. Every model is manufactured with unique capabilities and features that may require specific solutions to a variety of difficulties that occasionally occur.
keY nuMBer
The Key Number is necessary to identify the specific configuration of the key and lock cylinder components of your safe. If a key becomes damaged or misplaced, the Key Number is required in order for you to receive a replacement key.
Locating keY nuMBer
The Key Number is engraved on the keys and around the lock cylinder.
HoW to oBtain WarrantY service
If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling.
iMPortant: Do not return saFe to store
If you have any questions pertaining to proper use,
Do not return safe to the store.
Please contact Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005.
safe IdenTIfICaTIon reCord
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Model Number
Key Number
Digital Passcode Record
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Ordering Replacement Entry Keys
PLease CaLL Us aT 1-800-323-9005 To esTabLIsH a WarranTY reTUrn seT-UP
Please return item(s) with customer reference number marked on the outside of the box to the address listed below:
First Alert, Inc.
Attn: Warranty Safe returns
23610 S banning blvd
Carson, CA 90745 orDering rePLaceMent entrY keYs
If you lose the safe keys or would like additional keys, you can purchase them from First Alert, Inc. You must supply the following information to assure accurate processing:
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Name / Address / Telephone Number
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Safe Model Number / Serial Number
3 Key Number (located on the key and on the Key lock)
4 Indicate number of keys requested
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Method for how you would like to receive keys
Please send all the information via fax at 630-851-7995 or mail
First Alert, Inc., 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122.
Checks or money orders are required for orders received by mail and should be made payable to First Alert. Contact Consumer Affairs for costing information prior to ordering.
Mail to:
First Alert, Inc.
Attn: Consumer Affairs
3901 liberty Street road
Aurora, Il 60504-8122
Limited Warranty
LIMITed WarranTY
LiFetiMe aFter Fire rePLaceMent guarantee
If your First Alert® Fire Safe is ever damaged by a fire, BRK will replace it with a comparable model at no charge to the consumer. Freight on the replacement unit is not included in the guarantee and must be paid by the consumer. For claims, submit your name and address, a photo of the damaged safe along with its Model Number, and a copy of the Fire Department report to BRK Consumer Affairs as proof of loss. Once the information is received, Consumer
Affairs will contact you with further instructions.
LiMiteD WarrantY
BRK Brands, Inc., (“BRK”) warrants that for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its sole option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement or repair will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is only valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. You must keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify or in any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not apply to the finish on the product. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center, improper installation, or exposure to extremes of heat or humidity. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, including natural disasters.
BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. BRK is also not responsible for: costs associated with removing or installing the product; damage or loss of the contents of the product; nor for the unauthorized removal of the contents; or damages incurred during shipment.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above Warranty
Period. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state, or province to province, or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
If you have any questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, please call
Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005.
© 2014 BRK Brands, Inc., A Jarden Corporation Company (NYSE: JAH)
3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122
All rights reserved.
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