First Alert 2070AF 0.33 to 0.85 Cubic Foot Expandable Anti-Theft Digital Wall Safe Installation Guide

: June 6, 2024
: First Alert

Table of Contents

For Your Protection
OVERVIEW OF YOUR SAFE
Package Contents
You will need
I mportant: do not return safe to store
Initial Setup
Important
Programming a personal passcode
Mounting Instructions
Use, Care and Maintenance
Consumer Affairs
Limited Warranty
Documents / Resources

First Alert 2070AF 0.33 to 0.85 Cubic Foot Expandable Anti-Theft Digital Wall Safe Installation Guide

For Your Protection

Do not remove the serial number tag from the safe.
Store emergency override keys away from safe, NEVER INSIDE.
Record all safe identification numbers on Safe Identification Record (page 11).
Save this manual and NEVER keep it inside the safe.

OVERVIEW OF YOUR SAFE

Congratulations

Your new First Alert® Anti-Theft Safe™ will provide secure protection for your valuables, important documents and other personal items. All First Alert® safes are designed and built using the highest manufacturing standards to ensure maximum user satisfaction under a variety of conditions. With proper care, your First Alert® safe will provide peace of mind for many years to come.

Package Contents

Operation & 2070AF Installation Guide
2070AF
7 Removable Shelf Extention
4 AA Batteries
2 Emergency Override Keys

You will need

Tape Measure
1 Pencil
1 Drill with 3/16 in. Bit
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Jigsaw or Equivalent
Building Square
Flashlight

I mportant: do not return safe to store

If you are missing parts, have difficulty programming your safe or have any other questions pertaining to its proper use and care, DO NOT RETURN your safe to the store. Please contact Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling.

Initial Setup

Emergency Override Key Use

Your safe is equipped with an Emergency Override Key which allows immediate access in case you forget your Passcode or the batteries need replacing.

Remove override key lock cover located beneath the digital keypad.
Insert one of the Emergency Override keys (2 included) into the bypass lock and turn to the left.
Pull the handle up and pull open the safe door.
After re-programming (See page 4) or changing batteries (See Below), replace the key lock cover and store keys in a safe and secure location away from the safe.

Checking Batteries

Locate the B key on the keypad and press.
If the yellow LED flashes and you hear a beep, the batteries are good.
If the red LED flashes, change the batteries within two months.
If the LED does not light, then you must replace the batteries immediately.
Proceed to Changing and Installing New Batteries.

Changing and installing new batteries

Your new safe arrived with 4-AA batteries pre-installed at the factory. It is important to periodically check the batteries and, if necessary, replace with a new set.

Using your personal Passcode or Emergency Override Key, open the safe door and locate the battery compartment on the back of the door.
Press firmly in on the right side of the battery compartment cover and slide to the left to open.
Remove the 4 old batteries and replace with 4 new Alkaline “AA” batteries. Make sure that they are installed in the proper direction as illustrated on the battery compartment interior.
Replace the cover and, prior to closing, test your Passcode as instructed on page 4.

NOTE: Proper disposal of discharged batteries is encouraged!

Important

Replacing the batteries will not erase your personal Passcode from memory. However, weak or dead batteries will prevent the use of the digital keypad. Access to the safe will have to be made using the Emergency Override Key. (See page 3).

Programming a personal passcode

For security reasons, it is very important that you program your own personal Passcode into the digital lock. The factory Passcode 159A should be changed immediately.

Using the factory assigned Passcode (159A), open the safe. (See page 5).
Locate and then press and release the small red memory button located inside the safe on the edge of the lock cover. The keypad will beep twice and the yellow LED will light.
Select a Passcode using 3 to 8 numbers (no letters) and enter it on the keypad.
After entering the numbers, press the B key. The keypad will again beep twice and the yellow LED will light. This will complete the programming of your personal Passcode. Leave the door open and proceed to Testing Your New Passcode.
The light will once again flash and you will hear a beep.

Opening Your Safe with Your new passcode

With the door in the open position, push the lock handle into the closed position. In about 3 seconds, the safe will automatically lock.
Enter your new personal Passcode onto the keypad followed by the letter ‘A’ and the digital lock should click open.
Pull the handle and open the safe.
If the new Passcode does not unlock the safe, then repeat the steps to program your personal Passcode and retest.

Important

Your new Passcode will always consist of your selected number code followed by the letter ‘A’. Once programming is completed, write your personal Passcode down and store it in a safe and secure place away from the safe. The factory pre-set Passcode will no longer open your safe.

Opening with the pre-set factory code

Batteries have been pre- installed at the factory. Using the factory pre-set Passcode 159A, open the safe as follows:

Enter the three digit number 159 on the keypad followed by the letter ‘A’. If entered correctly, the green LED will light and the lock will click.
Pull the handle open within 5 seconds and open the door.

Important
If no action is taken, the safe will automatically relock in 5 seconds and the code will need to be re-entered.
A red LED indicates that the Passcode was entered incorrectly. Re-enter the code and try again.

Security Lockout Periods

For added security, the safe will automatically lockout entry if the wrong passcode is entered multiple times.

After the 3rd error: 20 second lock-out. (waiting period)
4-6 errors: 5 minute lock-out.
7+ errors: 1 hour lock-out.

If you have forgotten the Passcode, entry can be made using the Emergency Override Key. (See page 3).

Closing safe

Make sure nothing inside the safe is obstructing the door from completely closing.
Close the safe door and press the handle into the locked position.

Important

This safe is equipped with an interior light. The control switch is located on the inside door panel. When closing the safe it is important that the light switch be turned to the off position. Failure to do so will drain the batteries of power and the safe will not open when the digital key pad is used.

Mounting Instructions

Location

Your First Alert®
Wall Safe should be mounted in an obscure location such as a bedroom or hall closet and must be installed in a 2’ x 4’ or thicker framed wall. Be sure that no plumbing pipes or electrical wires run through the wall cutout area where your wall safe is to be located and that there is room to swing the safe door open without obstruction. The Wall Safe is 14 inches wide and designed to fit between standard 16 inch center-to-center wall framing.
Mounting Instruction

NOTE: Most homes have wall framing construction of 2 x 4’s and/or 2 x 6’s that are located on 16-inch centers. Instructions shown are for wood framed wall installation. Installation for aluminum or steel stud walls may require pre-drilling and/or alternative mounting screws.

Installation

STEP 1 – Wall Cutout

Determine the approximate location of the stud for the right hand side of your Wall Safe (hinge side). Drill or cut a large enough pilot hole to determine where the inside edge of this stud is located.
Caution
With a flashlight, look through the pilot hole and make sure there are no electrical wires or plumbing in the cutout area before you start cutting.
Using a building square, draw a vertical pencil line 21 1/8 inches long along the inside edge of the stud. This will locate the right hand (hinged) side of the safe.
From the top of your scribed line, measure 14 inches to the left and make a pencil mark. Repeat this measurement at the bottom of the vertical line. With the building square, draw a vertical line between the pencil marks locating the left side of the safe.
With the square, draw a horizontal line at the top of the 21 1/8 inch measurement joining the two vertical lines. Repeat this action at the bottom. You should now have a 14 inch x 21 1/8 inch rectangle scribed on the wall between studs.
Using a jig saw or equivalent tool and starting at the pilot hole, cut along the pencil lines and remove the wall section.

STEP 2 – Install Safe

Install your wall safe into the wall cutout so that the hinge side of the safe is flush against the right hand stud and the front flange is flat against the wall. With the safe door open, extend the telescoping back by pushing it from the inside until maximum possible depth is achieved. Once the back is extended, install six wood screws (included) through the pre-drilled holes in right hand side of safe and into stud. Tighten safe flush to stud. Do not over tighten screws.
Now install six screws (included) through the pre-drilled holes in left hand side of safe and into stud. Do not over tighten.
NOTE: There may be a slight amount of space between the safe side wall and the left hand stud, this is normal. The right hand hinged side of your wall safe must be tightened flush to the right hand stud.
Once safe has been placed into position in the wall cutout, secure into place by screwing 4 wood screws (included) through the four recessed holes in the front flange of Safe and into studs. Tighten screws flush with flange.
Select the expandable shelf extensions that will work best with the depthof the installed safe and using small screws and nuts, secure into place.

Use, Care and Maintenance

When properly maintained, your safe will continue to operate and accurately read the authorized passcode for many years. In order to ensure optimum performance of your safe, please follow these simple precautions:

Battery Maintenance

Always purchase and use the batteries as specified by this User’s manual.
Always replace all batteries at the same time. It is recommended to replace all batteries at least once a year or sooner depending on amount of use.
Always clean the battery contacts in the battery compartment and on the batteries before installing new batteries.
Always make sure all batteries match the polarity (+ and -) signs in the open battery compartment.
If your safe will not be used for an extended period of time, it is recommended that you remove the batteries.
Always promptly remove and properly discard of all used batteries.

Replace Batteries – For best results and performance, we recommend that the batteries be replaced at least once a year or sooner depending on amount of use.
Clean Hand – Never attempt to operate the digital keypad if your hands have excessive dirt, debris or liquids on them.
Clean Safe – To clean the surface of your safe, it is recommended that you use a mild cleaner (e.g., window cleaner) to avoid scratching or discoloring the surface. Always wipe dry and NEVER use abrasive cleansers on the safe or digital keypad.
Moisture – We recommend that you place delicate items such as pictures or intricate jewelry into an air-tight container before storing them in your safe. Avoid placing your safe in areas of high humidity. For optimum performance, the safe should be opened and aired out for at least 20 minutes every two weeks.

For future reference, store this Operation and Installation Guide in a secure area away from the safe. DO NOT DISCARD!

Consumer Affairs

Your Safe’s Unique Identification Numbers

When contacting Consumer Affairs, you should be prepared to supply some important information that specifically identifies your safe. This information is extremely important to assuring prompt and accurate customer assistance.

Model Number : 1
Serial Number : 2
Key Number: 3

It is strongly recommended that you identify and record the following information in the Safe Identification Record form located on page 11.
Identification Numbers Identification
Numbers

Important do not remove tags

In case your safe becomes inoperable or you lose your keys, these identification numbers will be needed to correct the problem. It is recommended that the number tags remain in place on the safe. If removal is necessary, then they should be attached to the inside back cover of this manual. Store in a safe and secure place for future reference.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number, serial number and date of purchase available when calling.

For Warranty Service return to:

First Alert, Inc. Attn: Warranty Safe Returns 23610 S Banning Blvd Carson, CA 90745

Please call us at 1-800-323-9005 to establish a warranty return set-up

Ordering Replacement Keys

If you lose the safe entry or Emergency Override keys or would like additional keys, you can purchase them from First Alert, Inc. You must supply the following information to assure accurate processing:

Name / Address / Telephone Number
Safe Model Number / Serial Number
Key Number (located on the key and on the Emergency Override Key Lock)
Notarized statement of ownership (a notary letter form can be printed off at www.firstalert.com))
Indicate number of keys requested.

Please send all the information via fax at 630-851-7995 or mail First Alert, Inc., 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122.

Checks or Money Orders are required for orders received by mail and should be made payable to First Alert. Contact our Consumer Affairs Department for costing information prior to ordering.

Mail To: First Alert, Inc.

Attn: Consumer Affairs 3901 Liberty Street Road Aurora, IL 60504-8122

Safe Identification Record

Model Number
Serial Number__
Key Number __
Digital Passcode Record__

Your passcode must be at least three (3) digits and no more than eight (8) digits followed by the letter ‘A’.

Limited Warranty

BRK Brands, Inc., (“BRK”) warrants that for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its sole option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement or repair will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty

This warranty is only valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail
purchase and is not transferable. You must keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify or in any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.

This warranty does not apply to the finish on the product. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center, improper installation, or exposure to extremes of heat or humidity. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.

BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. BRK is also not responsible for: costs associated with removing or installing the product; damage or loss of the contents of the product; nor for the unauthorized removal of the contents; or damages incurred during shipment.

Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above Warranty Period. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state, or province to province, or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

If you have any questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005

3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122

All rights reserved.
www.FirstAlert.com

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