Stuck On How To Reset Sentry Safe? Here’s The Complete Guide!

Whether you want to protect your money, jewelry, or important documents, having reliable home security safe like Sentry Safe is always a good idea. I have been using Sentry Safe products for years now. I have even recommended them to my friends and family.

But what if you have forgotten the security code for your Sentry Safe? Or, if you wish to change the security code of your home security safe? Or, if you wish to reset the Sentry Safe code because you are selling it? 

Well, did you just type ‘How to change combination on Sentry Safe’ on Google? In that case, you are at the right place. As I just mentioned, I am a proud owner of Sentry Safe electronic safe and have reset my password a couple of times. I can help you solve the issue you are facing.

Resetting your Sentry Safe is the best solution in either of the above scenarios. Plus, it’s super-fast and easy to perform! In case of resetting the safe, I am sure you would have several questions in your mind.

Do you remember that I talked about the Kwikset Smart lock reset a few days ago? Today, in this article, I will provide solutions about how to reset Sentry Safe without any hassle. You just need to spend a few moments of your time reading this, and I will help you find all the information you need. 

Understanding The Codes On Sentry Safe Locks

Before we proceed with understanding how to change code on Sentry Safe, let me first explain to you the code security system of Sentry Safe. 

The Sentry Safe products have three codes associated with the lock.

Factory Code: The Factory Code is a five-digit code located on the back of your manual. It is to be noted that a factory code can never be deleted or changed and will always open your safe.

So, it is essential to keep the manual and this code in a secure place. I recommend saving it on any of your devices for quick access.

Primary User code: The primary user code is a five-digit code set by the user. The primary user code can be removed or altered as per the user’s choice.

Secondary User Code: The secondary code is also a five-digit code programmed after establishing the primary user code. Here, I would like to reiterate that you can only set the secondary user code once you have set the primary user code.

How to Reset Sentry Safe Combination Using Factory Code

As we discussed earlier, there are various instances when you will need to find how to reprogram Sentry safe. I have compiled simple step-by-step instructions that you can follow to reset your Sentry Safe combination using factory code.

Here’s how:

Step I: Locating Factory Code In Owner’s Manual

Before you begin to reset your Sentry Safe code, locate the five-digit factory code at the back of your owner’s manual. The code is usually written at the bottom of the back of your owner’s manual.

Step II: Resetting the Primary User Code

To reprogram the user code, press the program (P) button. Then, input the factory code on your electronic keypad. At this point, a green light will be illuminated to indicate that you can proceed. Upon flashing of the green light, enter a custom five-digit primary user code. Please note that you will have only 5 seconds to enter the primary user code. When the green light flashes again, your primary user code has been saved.

To illustrate with an example, suppose your factory code was 11232 and you want

your primary user code to be 98765, follow the following process.

• Enter the program (P) button.
• Enter the 5-digit factory code as given in the Sentry Safe owner’s manual. In this case, enter 11232.
• The green light flashes.
• Enter the primary user code i.e. 98765 within 5 seconds.
• The green light flashes again.
• The primary user code is saved.

Step III: Resetting the Secondary User Code

To reprogram your secondary user code, press the program (P) button twice. Then, enter your personal five-digit primary user code. As the green light flashes, you will have 5 seconds to enter your 5-digit secondary user code.

Illustrating with an example, suppose your primary user code is 98765 and you wish to set your secondary user code as 12345, follow the given process:

• Enter the program (P) button twice.
• Enter the primary user code i.e. 98765
• The green light flashes.
• Enter the desired secondary user code i.e 12345 within 5 seconds.
• The green light flashes again.
• The secondary user code is saved.

The following video can help you follow the step-by-step instructions explaining how to reset Sentry Safe digital combination.

I strongly advise that you must test the user codes 2-3 times before locking while the locker is still open.I am certain the above guidelines must have helped you learn how to change password on Sentry Safe using the factory code. But I am aware that there are users who do not have access to their factory code due to some reason. I am glad that I do have suggestions for such users as well.

How To Reprogram Sentry Safe Without Factory Code

If you are wondering how to reset sentry safe combination without a factory code, I’ve got you covered.

It is easy to locate your factory code in the owner’s manual but if you have lost the owner’s manual of your Sentry Safe locker and can’t remember your factory code, you may still be able to reset the primary and secondary user code.

Here’s how:

Step 1: Identify the product, model number, and serial number. You may click here to use the red dot identification feature available on the Sentry Safe Website.

The red dot identification is a guide that helps you locate the model and serial number on your Sentry Safe. It also helps you read and distinguish between the model number and the serial number.

Step 2: Once you know the serial number and model number for your Sentry Safe product, you can find the owner’s manual specific to the product you own on the Sentry Safe website. You can click here to find your owner’s manual.

Step 3: Now the task becomes a lot easier. All you have to do is to identify the factory code of your Sentry Safe product using the owner’s manual. And ta-da, you can now go back to the steps discussed in the previous section and reset your Sentry Safe code.

How To Reset Password On Sentry Safe If You Forget The Combination Code

Honestly, I am pretty impressed with the customer support that Sentry Safe offers. They back you well if you forget your combination code and help you recover your code and reset your password when you forget or lose the information. Nonetheless, it does take some time and some money.

Here’s how:

Step 1: Visit the Sentry Safe website’s Lost Key or Combination Support section.

Step 2: Here, you will be prompted to enter some details that identify you as the owner of the Sentry Safe product. You will be required to enter the model number and the serial number of your product.

You can also find the model and serial numbers for Sentry Safe products.

Step 3: Now, enter your username and password to find the combination you registered on the website when initially setting up the combination code. This will take you directly to your documented combination code.

If you did not register on the Sentry Safe website, you could still get your combination code. In this case, you will have to send them a notarized letter stating you are the safe owner. The process takes about 7-10 days.

Universal Code For Sentry Safe Dial Combination

I have two Sentry Safe products at my home and I am in no mood to replace them any time soon. As I mentioned earlier too in this article, I am impressed with the customer support that Sentry Safe offers its customers. They understand the troubles that the customer may face and work on them well.

Sentry Safe has come up with a brilliant idea of having universal factory codes for their new range of products. All the new Sentry Safe lockers can now be accessed through a universal factory code for sentry safe i.e., 1 7 5 0 0. 

Can you beat that? Isn’t this great? 

It actually enables the user to access the factory code easily and reduces their agony in case of resetting the password.

FAQs

Q1. How to reprogram Sentry Safe without factory code as my Sentry Safe factory code is not working

Answer – You can locate the factory code for your Sentry Safe in the owner’s manual. If you don’t have the manual, you can use the Sentry Safe website to find your owner’s manual. Using the serial number and model number for your Sentry Safe product, you can find the owner’s manual specific to the safe you own here. 

Q2. How can I change the primary user code on my Sentry Safe DH-074E?

Answer – You can reset the user code of your Sentry Safe DH-074E by pressing the program (P) button and entering the factory code on your electronic keypad. After the green light flashes, enter a custom five-digit primary user code. Please note that you will have only 5 seconds to enter the primary user code.

Q3. Is there a list where I can access the Sentry Safe factory codes for various products?

Answer – If you know the serial number and model number for your Sentry Safe product, you can find the owner’s manual specific to the safe you own. You can click here to find your owner’s manual. In case you do not know your model number, you may click here to use the red dot identification feature available on the Sentry Safe website to identify your product.

Q4. How can I get my Sentry Safe combination code if I don’t remember it and I have never registered on their website?

Answer – In such cases you have to send a notary form to the Sentry Safe stating that you are the owner of the locker and request for the combination. This process takes about 7-10 day and also costs you some money.

Conclusion

I hope that this article answers all your questions how to reset Sentry Safe digital combination.

Having a reliable locker for home enables the user to safeguard the important and irreplaceable Sentry Safe is a great product to ensure that your valuables are safe from theft, fire, flood, etc.

Being a user of Sentry Safe myself, I have undergone circumstances where I had to wonder how to change code on sentry Safe. All these years of understanding the domain of home security, I decided to help you all by writing this article. All these strategies have been tried and tested by me on my Sentry Safe products.

Honestly speaking, resetting the codes of your Sentry Safe locker is a simple task if you follow the given steps carefully.

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