Residential & Commercial Security - Locks, Keys & Dead Bolts - whitco security lock - unable to remove
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passover
01-16-09, 06:06 PM
i have a security door, and i do not have a key for it, i bought a new locking device with keys, but i cannot remove the tumbler as it seems to be in the locked position.
is it possible to drill it out? or are there other alternatives.
is it possible to drill it out? or are there other alternatives.
rstripe
01-19-09, 06:32 PM
If you've not already solved your problem, a question or 2:
Is the door locked, or is the bolt locked with the door open?
I think Whitco is a European or Australian design that would use a "profile" cylinder---You have to remove a set screw from the edge of the door, and in some cases, the key has to be turned 1/4 turn to be able to remove the cylinder. Sorry, not much help, without more info.
Is the door locked, or is the bolt locked with the door open?
I think Whitco is a European or Australian design that would use a "profile" cylinder---You have to remove a set screw from the edge of the door, and in some cases, the key has to be turned 1/4 turn to be able to remove the cylinder. Sorry, not much help, without more info.
GlobalLocky
01-22-09, 08:02 AM
A Whitco Tasman Mark II security door lock uses a loose cam profile cylinder. The cam can be manually pushed to unlock.
You need to use a relatively thin metal tool to slide between the round part of the key cylinder and the front of the mechanism and lift the tool to raise the cam, unlocking the lock.
It is awkward. Sometimes I have had success by removing the handles and flicking the cam from underneath.
Yes it is a Euro style cylinder. But would be considered upside down in Europe.
Yes it can be drilled.
Replacement cylinder are inexpensive. about AU$15
You need to use a relatively thin metal tool to slide between the round part of the key cylinder and the front of the mechanism and lift the tool to raise the cam, unlocking the lock.
It is awkward. Sometimes I have had success by removing the handles and flicking the cam from underneath.
Yes it is a Euro style cylinder. But would be considered upside down in Europe.
Yes it can be drilled.
Replacement cylinder are inexpensive. about AU$15
passover
01-23-09, 12:49 AM
i can open and close the door, but the actual lock is locked, i dismantled the door and tried to slide the lock out but the little key lock must be in the wrong position (sorry about the newbie terminology) , we have no key for the door and cannot rotate the locking mechanism, so i guess i have to try to slide the thin metal tool in "somewhere" or drill it out, (not idea how to do that) :) im hoping explosives may help!!!
GlobalLocky
01-25-09, 10:28 AM
I personally do not think explaining where to drill in a public forum like this is appropriate because people could use that info for illegitimate purposes.
I suggest call a locksmith.
If you are using Whitco, you are obviously in Australia. The smaller locksmiths are inexpensive usually. Whitco cylinders are very easy to pick. If you can take the door off and take it to a locksmith they can pick it in under 5 minutes, might cost you $10.
I suggest call a locksmith.
If you are using Whitco, you are obviously in Australia. The smaller locksmiths are inexpensive usually. Whitco cylinders are very easy to pick. If you can take the door off and take it to a locksmith they can pick it in under 5 minutes, might cost you $10.
passover
01-25-09, 08:08 PM
well i got it out and relaced it with the new one, so thanks for your advice.