Changing the Code/Combination
Simplex 7000/7100
7000/7100 Series FAQ
Changing the Code/Combination
Note: If your lock is opening on every turn of the knob or lever, except upon entering a code, this may 
be a ZERO CODE. Before attempting to remove the lock from the door, refer to the troubleshooting 
procedures outlined at bottom of this document for a zero code symptom/solution.
Important: The following steps must be performed while the door is be 
open.
The factory pre-set combination is 2 and 4 pressed simultaneously and re-
leased, then press 3 and release.
Read the instructions through once before attempting to change  
the combination.
  1.   Turn the outside thumbturn to the left (counterclockwise) until it stops    
    then return it to the right (clockwise) slowly to the horizontal position    
    and release.
  2.   Enter the existing combination.
  3.   Insert a Phillips-head screwdriver into the central piece of the combina-   
    tion change assembly (see gure 1). Gently turn the screwdriver to the    
    right (clockwise) until it stops. A slight click should be felt. Do not force.
  4.   Remove the screwdriver from the combination change assembly.
Important: When removing the screwdriver, the central piece must return to its 
initial position, if not, set it back to its original position using the screwdriver 
(see Figure 1). If the central piece of the combination change assembly does not 
return to its original position, the combination will be cancelled and the lock will 
jam.
  5.   Turn the outside thumbturn to the left (counterclockwise) until it stops    
    and return it slowly to the right (clockwise) to the horizontal position 
    and release.
This clears the existing code (see gure 2).
  6.   Select a new combination and write it down. Some or all of the buttons   
    may be used for your new code, pressed individually or simultaneously.   
    Each button may be used only once. We do not recommend the use of a  
    one-button combination.