Specifications
L
aGard has introduced a new
type of combination lock with
the advent of the 33E Series. This
lock can either be set up as a
deadbolt or standard type lock,
the 33E-1, or a springbolt lock, the
33E-2 series. This article will
discuss aspects of the deadbolt
lock.
The 33E is a compilation of the
swingbolt electronic type lock and
a standard mechanical lock.
Photograph 1, shows the #3405
Digital programmer and the 33E
combination lock. We will talk
about the programmer later. To
operate the lock, just punch in the
working combination, the diode
lights, and the lock beeps. Now
the outer combination ring is
turned 90 degrees (1/4 turn) to
the right to withdraw the combin-
ation lock bolt. If the wrong
combination is entered, the key
pad will not turn.
Photograph 2, shows the keypad
turned to the right and the bolt
retracted. Another interesting
feature about this lock is that
when the keypad is turned, the
wire connecting the keypad to the
lock also rotates 1/4 turn. The
lock has been engineered so that
the lock body is raised on 3
mounting pads above the
mounting plate. This gives ample
space for the wire to move without
binding or kinking.
STANDARD FEATURES
This lock can be used to replace
most Group I or Group II
combination locks. This lock is
rated as a Group I lock by
Underwriters Laboratories. It
uses the same footprint as other
combination locks, but only
requires three mounting screws to
hold the lock case to the door. It
appears to be an easy retro fit.
Perhaps, this lock could also be
used in situations where there is a
blocking bolt attached to the end
of the combination lock bolt, as in
some Mosler or Diebold Cashgard
applications. I am not sure what
114 • The National Locksmith
The Changing of the
LaGard
by Dale W. Libby
Photograph 2. This shows the dial in the unlocked position, 1/4 turn
to the right.
Photograph 1. On the left is
the #3045 hand held
programmer. On the right is
the 33E series deadbolt
combination lock.
The 33E Series Electronic Lock
The 33E Series Electronic Lock
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