Re: KeyGuard SL-590:Has anyone had issues with this lockbox in cold weather. I'm in WI and am afraid that it will not work during the worst weather.
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Just curious if you purchased this. I am also in Wisconsin and if this Winter is anything like the last one. Look out!
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Have not had during a winter so not much help here. Also, we are on an Atlantic Island off the Delmarva coast so we don't get as cold as Wisconsin. We do have a lot of dampness and humidity and it has worked perfectly so far. We have multiple people who access the box and no problem there either. Regards...Louisa
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I have just installed the box and haven't been in winter weather with it yet. I am planning to install a sheet metal cover over it and will be o.k. if I keep it dry.
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We are in Connecticut. So far so good. I usually put something over the cover to keep the snow out. The cold doesn't affect it. Sorry you're having problems.
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Hi there Kalra my name is Glenn and I am a maintenance Tech, I have had the same entry lock on my apartment door, I am slightly confused, if we are talking about The sclage FE575 plymouth keypad lock,the only thing that is done from outside is pressing the keypad, or using your key,and yes when entering your code is does Click open, other than that maybe the lock is faulty, my advise if it still under warranty and not to old is to send it back to schlage,I hope this shed some light on Your problem, Glenn.
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You know, after seeing your question, I should go out and take a look. We had a really bad winter; long, and a lot of snow. But, before I put my key inside last summer, I put it in a small baggie just in case. No problem.
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Hey there. I received 3 keys with mine. If you happen to lose one, or somehow all of them, they can be replaced as long as you have the number on the key. They have to be ordered through the company & there are instructions on how to do this that come with the lock system. I've never had the lock freeze though, so that I do not have information on that. I assume a warming device or a de-icer would do the trick. Good luck!
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Not having the box in front of me, is hard to say. I believe it will, diagonally, but, leaving no room for anything else. You might want to consider:KeyGuard SL-590 Punch Button Pro Wall Mount Realtor Lock Box It looks roomier. The cost is similar.
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This lock is keyed. They give you 3 keys, one with a small LED built in and 2 normal keys. I haven't had an issue with freezing (I live in New England), but you do have to lubricate the lock regularly to keep it operating smoothly.
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Been using this for a VFD in MT. Indoor temp usually 55. Lock attached to fire door and no issues. Would recommend Lithium batteries, they are more forgiving in the cold. You still have a manual key for backup should the lock/batteries fail.
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I'm really not sure and it got really cold here tonight. It's made for keys. Why don't you text the mfg. if it was warmer I'd go out and check....we have it outside
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I live in Indiana so we have had some cold weather however I have not been through a winter with it. It seems to work well all the time. I like to use the cover that comes with it that keeps the unit clean and from getting soaked. Hope this helps. Thank you
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It has worked fine in the cold and I'm in North Idaho. Battery life is reduced, but that would be the case for anything that uses batteries. As far as water resistance goes, I've tried to keep it sheltered so I can't tell you.
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I live in WA and the weather here, especially this past winter has been more wet than cold. Even though we did have two short very cold (20 degrees or less) spells, the cover has functioned as advertised. I too have coated mine with a water proofing spray.
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The unit is definitely affected by cold weather. Since the switch stopped working on our first unit we've always been sure to bring the units inside when the weather gets to freezing.
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Hi Roger, This is outdoor use up to 105F, but I don't think this door lock good for low temperature -5F
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I haven't had any issues with it locking, only with the cold weather it moves really slow when opening and closing.
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DavidThis lock will have a characteristic of exterior weather resistance but i'd be somewhat concerned if the lock was in direct sunlight. The finish of most locksets would then deteriorate over time. So the answer again...it's good to go but get some cover over the lockset. Hope this was helpful.Jerry
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Cynthia, I honestly don't know. Temperatures here can reach well below zero and I haven't had any issues with real cold temps. My guess if water did get on the compressor and found a way into the compressor itself, cold temps may have frozen and expanded some components causing it to fail. Similiar to a cracked engine block of a motor boat that wasn't winterized properly. Again, only a guess as my unit thankfully continues to operate without issues.
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I had that happen once, I had gotten some dirt in the lock. I got it out sprayed some WD40 in there and it was good.Another time I just had the key turned the wrong way (locked not unlocked) it has to be all the way open to come outHope that helps, have a good Xmas!!