{"id":7184,"date":"2022-09-01T15:59:02","date_gmt":"2022-09-01T10:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bringuptodate.com\/?p=7184"},"modified":"2022-09-19T11:20:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T05:50:06","slug":"schlage-keypad-lock-keeps-spinning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bringuptodate.com\/schlage-keypad-lock-keeps-spinning\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Schlage Keypad Lock Keeps Spinning? Let\u2019s Fix It! (Deadbolts Included)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Imagine you are all set to drop your kids off at school. You grab your car keys and try to lock your house, but the cylinder of your keypad door lock keeps spinning <\/strong>without locking. You try to lock the door once more without success. And since the door won’t lock, you’ll have to deal with the kids’ temper tantrums all day long in addition to your WFH duties. What a nightmare, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My sister had a similar experience last week when she contacted me to inquire as to why her Schlage keypad lock was rotating. Thankfully, with my assistance, she was able to quickly resolve the problem and resume her normal day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your Schlage Keypad door lock keeps spinning, change the batteries as low battery is the main reason behind the problem. Also ensure that the lock is properly installed before calling a professional. If your home has a Schlage deadbolt lock, worn-out internal parts or keys could be the reason why your Schlage keypad deadbolt just spins but won’t unlock.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will discuss the possible reasons and resolution to the issue of Schlage lock cylinder spinning.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Does Your Schlage Lock Cylinder Keep Spinning?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite the reputation, it is usual for a Schlage lock<\/a> to act faulty at times. If your Schlage keypad lock keeps spinning, this section of the article may help you identify the reason and assist you in resolving it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Schlage Lock Batteries Are Low<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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One reason why your Schlage keypad lock may be spinning but not opening is that your lock batteries are extremely low, and hence, the lock is not able to perform the functions as usual. In such cases, the lock usually accepts the code, blinks green but won’t open. Instead, you will notice the lock cylinder spinning<\/strong> repeatedly. To fix the issue, you will have to replace the batteries in your Schlage keypad lock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s how you can change the batteries of your Schlage lock<\/a> in a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n