Kwikset Premis - User Manual

The Kwikset Premis Touchscreen Smart Lock is a sophisticated security device designed to provide convenient and secure access to your home. It integrates a touchscreen interface with smart home capabilities, allowing for various methods of locking and unlocking your door.

Function Description

The primary function of the Kwikset Premis Smart Lock is to secure your door and provide multiple access options. It features a touchscreen keypad for code entry, traditional key access, and smart home integration for remote control. The lock is designed to be installed on standard doors, replacing existing deadbolts.

The lock operates by extending or retracting a latch bolt, which can be controlled manually via a turnpiece on the interior assembly, by a physical key, or electronically through the touchscreen or a connected smart device. The exterior assembly houses the touchscreen keypad and keyway, while the interior assembly contains the battery pack, turnpiece, and electronic components.

A key feature is its "door handing process," which automatically learns the orientation of your door (left-hand or right-hand) during installation. This ensures the latch bolt operates correctly. If the automatic process fails, a manual door handing procedure is available.

The lock supports user codes, which can be programmed via the Premis app or directly at the lock. These codes allow individuals to unlock the door without a physical key. For enhanced security, the "SecureScreen™" feature displays random digits before user code entry, ensuring fingerprints are spread across the keypad and preventing code detection from smudge patterns.

Smart home integration is a core aspect of the Premis lock. It is HomeKit™ compatible, allowing control via Siri commands, the Premis app, or other HomeKit-enabled devices like Apple TV (4th generation or later) for remote access. This means you can lock and unlock your door, manage user codes, and monitor the lock's status from your smartphone or other Apple devices.

The "Auto-Lock" feature provides an additional layer of security by automatically re-locking the door after a set period (defaulting to 30 seconds after unlocking), which can be adjusted within the Premis app.

Usage Features

Using the Kwikset Premis Smart Lock offers flexibility and convenience.

Touchscreen Operation: To lock the door, activate the screen and press the Lock symbol. To unlock, activate the screen, touch the random digits (if SecureScreen™ is enabled), and then enter a valid user code. The touchscreen provides visual feedback, indicating success or failure of operations.
Key Access: A traditional keyway is provided for manual unlocking, serving as a reliable backup in case of battery depletion or electronic malfunction.
Premis App Control: When within Bluetooth range, the Premis app allows you to lock/unlock the door, manage user codes, adjust settings, and view the lock's status. For remote access, an Apple TV (4th generation or later) is required to act as a home hub, enabling control from anywhere with an internet connection. Siri commands can also be used for hands-free operation.
User Code Management: User codes can be easily added, deleted, or modified through the Premis app. This allows for granting temporary or permanent access to family members, guests, or service providers without distributing physical keys.
Status LED and Sound Indicators: The interior assembly features a Status LED that blinks every 6 seconds to indicate whether the door is locked (amber flash), unlocked (green flash), or if the batteries are low (red flash). The lock also provides audible beeps for various operations and alerts, which can be muted via the Premis app if desired.
System Alerts: The lock communicates various system alerts through flashing patterns and beeps. For example, an X-pattern flash with one beep indicates an incorrect user code, while three flashes and beeps signify no user codes programmed or a programming timeout. A red flash with a long continuous beep indicates low battery, and an alternating flash with a long continuous beep suggests the door is jammed. Continuous beeping signals a tamper alarm, typically due to a disconnected cable.
Interior Turnpiece: The interior turnpiece allows for manual locking and unlocking from inside the home, providing a quick and easy exit mechanism.

Maintenance Features

Maintaining the Kwikset Premis Smart Lock ensures its continued optimal performance and security.

Battery Replacement: The lock is powered by 4 AA batteries located in the interior assembly. The Status LED will flash red when the batteries are low, prompting replacement. It is recommended to use new, non-rechargeable Alkaline batteries for best results. The battery pack is easily accessible by removing the interior cover.
Re-keying: The lock can be re-keyed to work with your existing Kwikset SmartKey compatible key. This feature allows for consolidating keys across multiple Kwikset locks in your home. Instructions for re-keying are provided separately with the SmartKey Re-key tool.
Resetting the Lock:
- Network Reset: This removes the lock from your Premis app and HomeKit system but retains user codes and schedules. It can be performed via the Premis app or by pressing and holding Button "A" on the back panel for 7 seconds.
- System Reset: This removes the lock from your Premis app and HomeKit system, deletes all user codes and schedules, disables Auto-Lock, enables the Status LED and SecureScreen, and unmutes sound. It is performed by pressing and holding Button "A" for 20 seconds.
- Factory Reset: This is the most comprehensive reset, similar to a system reset but also initiating the door handing process. It involves removing the battery pack, pressing and holding the Program button while reinserting the battery pack, holding for 30 seconds until the lock beeps and the Status LED flashes red, and then pressing the Program button once more. This effectively returns the lock to its original factory settings.
Interior Cover Security: The interior cover is secured by three screws to prevent unauthorized removal, which could allow tampering with the lock's settings or battery. A window on the interior cover can be unlocked to access programming buttons and the battery pack without fully removing the cover.
Troubleshooting: A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available online at the Kwikset website, offering solutions for common issues and ensuring users can resolve problems effectively.
Important Safeguards: Users are advised to protect user codes and mastercodes, familiarize themselves with safety precautions, dispose of used batteries properly, and always have access to a standard key. Protecting the Premis app password and securing the smartphone with Touch ID or a passcode are also crucial for maintaining security. Regular checks of user codes are recommended to ensure no unauthorized changes have occurred.

Kwikset Premis Specifications

General

Connectivity	Bluetooth
Compatibility	Apple HomeKit
Power Source	4 AA Batteries
User Codes	Up to 30
Re-key Technology	SmartKey Security
Auto-Lock	Yes
Keyway	KW1
Backup Key	Yes
Finish Options	Satin Nickel, Venetian Bronze
Smartphone App	Kwikset App
Voice Control	Yes, via Siri
Remote Access	Yes, via Apple HomeKit
Security	BHMA Grade 2