BARSKA BC354 BioMetric Safe Key Pad Safe Instruction Manual

BARSKA BC354 BioMetric Safe Key Pad Safe

WARNING

• Safe can be opened by either Fingerprint, PIN code, and/or Emergency Keys.
• If the user resets the safe to Factory Default mode: ANY fingerprint and Factory Default PIN code can open the safe.
• Register both Fingerprint and PIN code to disable Factory Default mode.
• Register at least two different fingerprints and test a few times before closing the safe door.
• Test with a non-registered fingerprint. If the safe opens, the safe is still in Factory Default mode.
• Avoid leaving the safe door open and unattended; it will allow unauthorized individuals to add their fingerprints and/or reprogram the safe, and gain full access to the safe and the contents.
• Test the Emergency Keys and store them in a secure 0lace, NOT inside of the safe.
• To maximize the security and performance of the safe, test registered fingerprints every 6 months.

The actual model may vary

• Initialization Button
• Battery Compartment
• Bolts
• Fingerprint Scanner
• Indicator Lights
• Enter Button
• Key Pad
• Knob
• Logo Plate and
• Emergency Key Access

GETTING STARTED

1. Remove Emergency Keys from the accessory package

   • To expose the Emergency Key Access, remove the Logo Plate (I) screws with the provided tool
   • Insert Emergency Key into key access, push and turn counter-clockwise
   • Turn the Knob (H) clockwise to open
     Note : Store Emergency Keys in a secure place, NOT inside the safe

2. Continue with INSTALL BATTERIES

INSTALL BATTERIES
With the safe door open, remove the Battery Compartment (B) cover

• Insert 4 AA batteries and restore the battery cover
• Continue with FINGERPRINT REGISTRATION

FINGERPRINT REGISTRATION
IMPORTANT: The safe is in either Factory Default mode or Pre-registered mode, test the safe to determine the factory settings below Factory Default mode: Safe can be opened with ANY fingerprint(s) Pre-registered mode: Safe can NOT open with any fingerprint(s) During registration the door must remain open and Bolts (C) must be in the retracted position. Otherwise, the fingerprint will not be saved

To retract bolts

• Insert Emergency Key into key access, push and turn counter-clockwise
• Turn the Knob (H) clockwise to retract the bolts
• Press and release Initialization Button (A)
• Immediately place a finger on the Fingerprint Scanner (D)
• Hold your finger still
• Two beeps will be heard recognizing the fingerprint; followed by one long beep
• Remove finger
• Registration is complete

Successful Registration
Registration is successful when two short beeps are heard, followed by one long beep

Unsuccessful Registration

Registration fails if two short beeps are heard, followed by three short beeps To register another fingerprint, repeat steps 1 – 2 Continue with TEST A (NON) REGISTERED FINGERPRINT Fingerprint Memory Full If the Indicator Lights (E) flash and beep twice followed by a few green flashes, it indicates the memory is full. Refer to DELETE STORED FINGERPRINTS AND PIN CODE / RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULT MODE for more options

TEST A (NON) REGISTERED FINGERPRINT

• Test multiple Non-Registered fingerprints
• Close the safe door and lock by turning the Knob (H) counterclockwise
• To begin the testing process, press and release Enter Button (F)
• Place a non-registered finger on the Fingerprint Scanner (D)
• The door should NOT open; three short beeps will be heard
• If the door opens with a non-registered fingerprint, registration was unsuccessful; the safe remains in the Factory

Default mode

IMPORTANT
 If registration was unsuccessful repeat the steps under FINGERPRINT REGISTRATION, and test non-registered fingerprint

Test Registered fingerprint

• Close the safe door and lock by turning the Knob (H) counterclockwise
• To begin the testing process, press and release Enter Button (F)
• Place a registered finger on the Fingerprint Scanner (D)
• The door should OPEN, and one long beep will be heard, turn the
• Knob (H) clockwise to open the safe
• Fingerprint registration was successful
• Continue with PIN CODE REGISTRATION

PIN CODE REGISTRATION
IMPORTANT: Safe only retains one PIN code; Factory Default
The PIN code is 1234

1. Press and HOLD number “1” key until the green Indicator Light (E) turns on, release button
2. Enter Factory Default PIN code 1234, press Enter Button (F), and one long beep will be heard
3. Enter a new PIN code (four to eight digits), press the Enter Button (F), and two short beeps will be heard
4. Re-enter the new PIN code, and press the Enter Button (F), one long a beep will be heard
5. Registration is complete
6. If you hear three short beeps with red/green Indicator Lights (E) flashing, it indicates the new PIN code registration was unsuccessful, repeat step 1
7. Continue with TEST A (NON) REGISTERED PIN CODE

TEST A (NON) REGISTERED PIN CODE

1. Test Factory Default PIN code 1234
2. Close the safe door and lock by turning the Knob (H) counterclockwise
3. To begin the testing process, enter PIN code 1234, press and release the Enter Button (F)
4. The door should NOT open; three short beeps will be heard indicating PIN entry was incorrect
5. If Factory Default PIN code 1234 opens the safe door, PIN code registration is unsuccessful, and the safe remains in Factory Default PIN code mode
6. IMPORTANT: If registration was unsuccessful repeat the steps under PIN CODE REGISTRATION, and test the Factory Default PIN code

Test Registered PIN code

• Close the safe door and lock by turning the Knob (H) counterclockwise
• To begin the testing process, enter a new registered PIN code, press and release Enter Button (F)
• The door should OPEN, and one long beep will be heard indicating the PIN entry was correct, turn the Knob (H) clockwise to open the safe
• PIN code registration was successful

CHANGE PIN CODE

1. Press and HOLD number “1” key until the green Indicator
2. Light (E) turns on, release button  Enter the current PIN code, press Enter Button (F), one long a beep will be heard
3. Enter a new PIN code (four to eight digits), press Enter Button (F), and two short beeps will be heard Re-enter the new PIN code, press Enter Button (F), and one long beep will be heard  The PIN code has been changed
4. If you hear three short beeps with red/green Indicator Lights (E) flashing, it indicates the new PIN code registration was unsuccessful, repeat the steps under CHANGE PIN CODE
5. Continue with TEST A (NON) REGISTERED PIN CODE CLOSE/OPEN SAFE DOOR
6. CLOSE: Close the safe door and turn the Knob (H) counterclockwise to lock the safe

OPEN WITH FINGERPRINT

• Press and release the Enter Button (F)
• Place a registered finger on the Fingerprint Scanner (D)
• One long beep will be heard and the green Indicator Light (E) will turn on
• Turn the Knob (H) clockwise to open the safe

OPEN WITH PIN CODE
Enter the PIN code, and press the Enter Button (F) One long beep will be heard and the green Indicator Light (E) turns on Turn the Knob (H) clockwise to open the safe

DOOR OPEN ALARM
The door alarm is activated ONLY when the safe door is left open and the Bolts (C) are retracted

1. Within 1 minute, the green Indicator Light (E) will start flashing, followed by one beep
2.  It will beep every 3-5 seconds
3. Close the safe door, and turn the Knob (H) counterclockwise to cease the alarm
4. With the safe door open and the Bolts (C) extended, no
5. Indicator Lights (E) or beeps will be heard

LOW BATTERY WARNING

1. When the door is closed and the Indicator Light (E) displays red, this indicates batteries are low. Replace batteries immediately
2. Use the Emergency Key to open the safe To expose the Emergency Key Access, remove the Logo Plate (I) screws with the tool provided
3. Insert the Emergency Key into key access, push and turn counter-clockwise  Turn the Knob (H) clockwise to open
4. Replace batteries Remove the Battery Compartment (B) cover and all
5.  AA batteries  Insert 4 new AA batteries and restore the Battery

Compartment (B) cover
Note: All registered fingerprints and PIN codes remain stored

DELETE STORED FINGERPRINTS AND PIN CODE
RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULT MODE

1. Open the safe door
2. Press and HOLD the Initialization Button (A)
3. The green Indicator Light (E) will flash approximately fifteen times, followed by one long beep
4. RELEASE Initialization Button (A)
5. If the green Indicator Light (E) did not flash and one long beep was not heard, repeat step 1
6. All fingerprints and the PIN code are stored in the have been deleted

Note
The safe is in Factory Default mode. NO fingerprint can open the safe. Only the Emergency Key or the Factory Default PIN code 1234 can open the safe. To add a fingerprint refer to steps in “FINGERPRINT REGISTRATION”.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• To maximize the security and performance of the safe, keep the Fingerprint Scanner (D) clean; use a dry cloth to remove any smudges or prints from the Fingerprint Scanner after each use
• Test registered fingerprints and PIN codes every 6 months
• Keep liquids away from the control panel. Spills on the control panel will cause damage and possibly electric shock
• Secure safe in a proper area to prevent falling and causing damage or injury
• DO NOT disassemble the product. For all repairs, contact
• BARSKA Customer Service
• DO NOT use chemicals or cleaning agents to clean the safe

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

The safe may be mounted to a wall or floor. Be aware of the load-bearing. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and/or property damage. Use appropriate tools when performing work and always use eye protection.

Wall Mounting

• Do not mount the safe without anchoring to the wall
• Find the studs in the wall, at your desired location. Most studs are 16 inches or 24 inches apart
• Check the wall for concealed wires or pipes
• Measure the location of the pre-set drill holes; mark their exact position on the wall ensuring that the studs or anything else behind will not interfere
• Drill the appropriate size holes for the anchors you are using
• Carefully press the anchor into the holes at this time
• Mount the safe by running screws from inside of the safe and securing to anchors; ensure the safe is mounted securely

Floor Mounting

• Use proper drill tools depending on the type of floor you are mounting the safe (wood, tile, or concrete)
• Measure the location of the pre-set drill holes; mark their exact position on the floor
• Drill the appropriate size holes for the anchors you are using
• Carefully press the anchor into the holes at this time
• Mount the safe by running screws from inside of the safe and securing to anchors; ensure the safe is mounted securely.

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