Here at BestBatteryTips.com we get asked a wide variety of questions from our loyal readers and a very popular topic continues to be electronic safe, security

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safes and fireproof safes that are outfitted with electronic locks. Whether you have purchased a home safe, gun safe or a commercial grade security container, the batteries in your lock will eventually wind up dead. Below we have put together our TOP 5 Questions & Answers to help you alleviate the headache of not being able to open your safe when the inevitable happens!

TOP 5 QUESTION OUR READERS ASK US

1) What brand or type of battery should I use in my gun safe?
Comparing rechargeable vs. Alkaline

Electronic gun safes vary from the storage of pistols and handguns to rifles and shotguns. Whether your lock uses biometric fingerprint access or is a digital keypad or electronic lock the type of battery you choose should reflect upon the following:

• How often you open and close the gun safe
• Does the safe sit idle for long periods of time with no use

If you access your gun safe on a daily basis you put a different type of ware on your batteries, typcially referred to as “high drainage.”  High drainage means your batteries are low quickly and frequently, if this is the case from repeated opening and closing of your safe you should choose rechargeable batteries. The general rule of thumb is that if you buy batteries more often than once a month you should probably consider rechargeable brands like Duracell or Energizer instead.

2) What are the best batteries for a Sentry Safe?
The manufacturer, SentrySafe recommends the use of Duracell, as do many of the top brand names. These batteries offer great reliability and tremendous value. Fore more information read our previous blog about AA Batteries with your SentrySafe

3) How do I replace my electronic safe batteries?

Every lock is different, just like every safe. To better help you , we’ve written several How-to blog articles for many brands and types of electronic safes HERE

4) My battery is dead in my safe, will it remember the combination?

YES. YES. YES. Both digital and electronic safe locks are designed with internal memory (much like your laptop or notebook computer) to remember the codes and combination.

5) How do I know if my battery is going dead in my safe?

*BEEP*  *BEEP* *BEEP* You can hear it loud and clear, a constant or repeated beeping sound coming from your hidden safe… that means it’s time to change or replace the batteries. Whether your safe uses 9V or AA batteries, safe manufacturers design their safes and electronic locks to beep when the battery needs replaced. A common practice is to replace the batteries every 6 to 12 months regardless if the lock beeps with a low battery warning.

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We at BestBatteryTips.com recently posted a blog entry about replacing the batteries in the GunVault electronic safe for handguns and have been encouraged to continue covering the topic of electronic safes. In this installment we have decided to include the biometric safe from GunVault called the Bio. Much like the standard firearm safes manufacturerd by Cannon the biometric fingerprint safe requires both a power pack and 9 volt battery.

As with the standard electronic gun safe the manufacturer continues to recommend Duracell 9Volt batteries.  Only (1) 9Volt battery is required for operation and the replacement is a breeze if you follow these simple steps.

Step 1.

Locating the Battery Holder
Much like the non biometric version of the safe, GunVault recommends that with your palm up, reach inside the safe to remove the foam liner and install or replace the battery. We have found that it’s much easier to turn the safe upside down. By doing so your hand is in a much more natural position and can more easily locate the battery tray.

Gently Pull out the Foam Liner

Reach inside and find the far end of the ceiling foam. With your fingers, pinch the far end, and carefully pull the foam liner partially out of the electronic safe. Be gentle and careful not to tear the foam loose!

The 9volt battery holder is located inside on the roof of the gun safe and attached to the back side of the electronic lock body.

Location of 9 Volt - Use a Duracell Battery

Step 2.

Replacing and Installing the 9 volt Battery

Again, we recommend that you position the safe upside down with the door facing you. This position allows for an easiter way to find the battery.
Simply connect the power cable to the 9volt battery. Listen for a beep audio signal, this
confirms that power is connected and operational.
• Be Carefule not pinch the power cable as this could case damage.
• Gently press the 9volt into position in the battery tray holder.
• Reposition the foam liner back into the ceiling fo the safe to covery the battery.

Now you are ready to set up the biometric fingerprint lock by enrolling your and up to thirty (30) other fingerprints for the safe.

For backup the GunVault also has a key lock, please do not lock your keys inside the safe!!! Store them in a location that is easy to remember!

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According to the manufacturer of GunVault you should NEVER use a rechargeable battery as it will not work! We have yet to test this theory out and look forward to providing an update in the near future.

The GunVault pistol and security safe line of electronic safes is a must have for any handgun owner. These safes offer lightning fast entry for home defense and the best safety for firearm owners that have children at home.  Today we take a look at the GunVault Mini Deluxe, manufactured from 16-gauge steel with pry-resistant doors,  it can be used to securely store a variety of items out of reach of children and unauthorized access.

The  Deluxe Models have special features that require both a power supply and AA alkaline batteries to power an interior courtesy light as well as a motion detection and audible alarm.

Like many electronic safe manufacturers, GunVault (owned by Cannon Safe) recommends the use of Duracell AA batteries.  A total of Eight
(8) AA batteries are required for the operation of the interior light, lock and audible alarm system. There is a key lock as a backup, so you can rest easy that you won’t get locked out! It is important to note that you should NEVER use a 9v battery or rechargeable batteries – they will not work with the GunVault safe brand.
Locating the Battery Tray
GunVault recommends that you locate the battery tray with your “palm up” However, we have found it to be much easier to turn the safe upside down so you can more easily locate the battery tray and remove the fastener screws.

Step 1.

Gently Pull the Foam Out

Reach inside the gun safe and locate the far end of the ceiling foam. Gently squeeze or pinch the far end of the foam with your fingers and carefully pull it part of the way out of the safe box. *imagine that you are pulling on the tongue of your shoe*  Take special care not to tear the foam loose! Afterall, you just spend your hard earned cash to buy a safe! You will find both the battery tray and mounting screws on the ceiling (or if you turned the safe upside down they will be on the bottom).

Location of Fastener Screws and Wires

Loading the Battery Tray

Step 2.

Pay close attention to the polarity of the batteries as you install them! Make sure that the ends of each battery match the positive (+) and negative (-) marking in the tray exactly. This will ensure that you do not have to repeat this step!

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Installing the Battery Tray in the Safe

Electronic Gun Safe

Step 3.

Position the safe with the door facing you. Again GunVault recommends that you have the keypad upward. HOWEVER, we have found it to be much easier to turn the safe upside down so you can more easily locate install the battery tray and fastener screws.

a)  Ensure that you have connected the power cable to the battery tray. You should hear an audible beep signal’ this cofirms that power is connected.
b) Do not pinch the power cable between the tray and the ceiling as this can cause damage to you new gun safe.
c) Gently insert the tray into position; Pay close attention to aligning the slots/holes onto the mounting studs.
d) Use the fastener thumbnuts to secure the tray inside the gun safe. Do not over-tighten the fastener thumbnuts!
e) Gently press the foam back into the GunVault so it covers the battery tray and tuck the foam lining in the far end to keep it in place.

Now you can close the door and your GunVault is ready for use!

Every GunVault safe includes standard features such as a spring-loaded door for quick access to contents, powder coated finish that resist corrosion, the no-eyes electronic keypad and a backup key lock so you do not get locked out! For gun safety the safe has a Security Sleep Mode in case of unauthorized keypad entry and special “knock outs” to use a security cable or bolt down kit for security.

After continued use you will notice a low battery warning in the form of period beeps. You will also notice in both the Deluxe and biometric electronic safe the door will not open properly when the batteries are low.

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