FINGERPRINT LOCKS- ROODEPOORT
OVERVIEW
Fingerprint locks are digital devices, and like most digital devices, they require careful maintenance. The good news is that fingerprint locks are fairly easy to clean and maintain. You just need to know how to do it properly. So if you have a few fingerprint locks at your home then here’s a step by step guide on how to keep them clean and functional.
READ THE MANUAL
First things first, you will need to read or review the manual. The manual will show you all the do’s and don’t's of cleaning and maintenance. For example, most manuals will tell you what kind of cleaning agents to use for cleaning your lock. They can also tell you how often you should clean them and with what methods.
It's also worth mentioning that some manuals will explain how their products work and how they can be kept in good condition. For example, they can tell you what to do in case of emergencies or when the scanner malfunctions. so there's always value in reading your fingerprint lock's manual.
CHANGE THE BATTERY WHENEVER THE POWER ALARMS GO OFF
Most fingerprint locks will alert you when it’s low on power. It can either be an alarm, a flashing light or both. When this happens, be sure to recharge the battery of the scanner.
KEEP CORROSIVE MATERIALS AND FLUIDS AWAY FROM YOUR FINGERPRINT LOCK
Fingerprint locks are more vulnerable to corrosive materials than other locks thanks to their electronic components. Items, like grease, oil or even foodstuffs can also be harmful to your lock. So keep them away from it.
Furthermore, these locks should also be protected from rain, direct heat and dust. So whenever your lock is exposed to rain or direct heat then you should cover it with something thick to protect its sensitive components.
DO NOT HANG ANYTHING ON THE HANDLE
Some fingerprint locks have handles. If your lock has one then you shouldn’t hang anything on it. A towel, for example, carries all kinds of bacteria and particulates that can harm your fingerprint lock’s scanner.
KEEP THE EMERGENCY KEY IN A SECURE AREA
Fingerprint locks have emergency keys, and you will need to keep them in a safe place. You will need this key in situations where the scanner is malfunctioning or when the fingerprint lock cannot recognize your fingerprints.
If you're always on the go then you may want to keep this key in your person at all times. This way, you won't have to worry about a malfunctioning scanner in case you need to get something from inside your house.
KEEP THE SURFACE OF THE SCANNER CLEAN AND DRY
The scanner or sensor of a fingerprint lock is one of its most critical components, which is why you should keep them clean and dry. So whenever there's a vicious thunderstorm, you should cover them up with a towel.
DO NOT CLEAN THE SCANNER WITH A WET CLOTH
Never clean your fingerprint lock’s scanner with a wet piece of cloth. Although many fingerprint locks are designed to withstand moisture, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Instead, you should clean the scanner with a dry piece of cloth. Also, make sure that cloth smells good, so as not to leave any foul odors. This information was provided by LockMasters.
