This is a very common question, do you need the Programming Code to reset your Schlage keypad lock?
The answer is No, you do not need the programming code to reset your Schlage keypad lock. As long as you can access the interior and exterior assembly of your lock, you can reset it in seconds.
To reset the lock, you need to find the default programming code of your lock, which is printed on a white label on the inside of the keypad assembly. If you don’t have the manual, you can remove the exterior assembly of the lock from the door to find the default programming code.
Quick guide on How to Reset your Schlage keypad lock?
To reset a Schlage keypad lock without a programming code, there are a few different methods depending on the model of the lock:
For the Schlage Encode model:
- Remove the plate from the back of the lock and hold the reset button until the LED light stops flashing red.
- The reset is complete when the LED light turns blue.
- To enter a new programming code, enter the default programming code, then press the Schlage button.
- Press 3, then enter the new code twice.
For the Schlage Sense Deadbolt:
- Remove the battery cover.
- Press and hold the Schlage button until the lock beeps and the Schlage button flashes orange.
- Enter the default programming code, then press the Schlage button.
- Enter a new programming code twice.
- Then press the Schlage button again.
You do not need to use programming code to reset your Schlage keypad lock. However, you should keep the default programming code on hand as it is necessary to make changes to the lock programming. This includes changing the programming code itself, adding/deleting user codes, and enabling auto-lock.
If you need to change the default Programming Code, add User Codes, or delete User Codes after resetting the lock, here are the steps to do so:
Change the default Programming Code:
- Enter the default Programming Code
- Enter your new desired Programming Code
- Press the Program button
Add User Codes:
- Enter the Programming Code
- Enter the new desired User Code
- Press the Program button
Delete User Codes:
- Enter the Programming Code
- Press the Reset button
- Enter the User Code to be deleted
- Press the Program button
Once all the steps have been completed, the lock will be reset and the desired changes will have taken effect.
How to Change the Programming Code
If you want to change your Schlage keypad lock’s settings, you will need to use the Programming Code. This 6-digit code was reset to the factory default when the lock was reset.
To make things more convenient or secure, you can change the Programming Code:
- First, you need to enter the default programming code, which you can find on the sticker label on the front of your user guide or on the back of the keypad assembly.
- Then, press the Schlage button followed by the number 6. Enter your programming code again, and if done correctly, the Schlage button will blink green and beep to confirm a successful deletion.
- To add a new programming code, enter the default programming code, then press the Schlage button.
- Press 3, then enter your new code twice.
- If you have a Schlage keyless entry, you can add a new entry code by pressing the “Schlage” button and the number “1” button simultaneously, then entering a new code when the green flashing light appears.