How to enable and disable privacy mode on the Yale door lock

Privacy mode on the Yale door lock is a feature that allows users from inside the home to deactivate the keypad and sound - providing a secure and silent lock for the users inside the home. To activate and deactivate this feature follow the steps below.

1. Go to the Yale door lock from the inside of the home.
2. Locate the privacy mode button located under the thumb turn.
3. Press and hold the privacy button for a duration of four beeps.
4. This will deactivate the keypad as well as the sound. This will not allow anyone using a user code to enter from the outside.
5. To deactivate privacy mode, unlock the door lock from the outside using a key, or unlock the door using the thumb turn.

How to change the batteries in the Yale door lock

If the batteries on the Yale door lock are low, the indicator light on the lock will flash red. To replace the batteries on the Yale door lock follow the steps outlined here.

1. Go to the lock from the inside of the home and locate the screw that holds the battery cover in place.
   
2. Undo the screw holding the battery cover in place.
3. Once the screw is undone, remove the battery cover.
   
4. Remove and dispose of the four AA batteries properly.
   
5. Install four new AA batteries, paying close attention to the orientation of the batteries making sure they are installed properly and securely.
   
6. Replace the battery cover, and secure it in place with the battery cover screw.

How to set up user codes on the Yale door lock

Adding user codes to the Yale door lock is a simple process and can be completed from the keypad of the lock.

1. Go to the keypad on the door lock.
   
2. Enter the current master code (4-8 digits), then press the # key.
3. Press the 2 button, followed by the # key.
4. Enter the user number to be programmed. (1-25) followed by the # key.
5. Enter a new 4-8 digit user code for the user you want to add, followed by the # key.
6. Test the new code by locking the door, and using the new code to unlock the door

How to lock and unlock the Yale door lock

Locking and unlocking the Yale door lock is very simple, to learn how follow the steps below.

1. To lock the door lock, simply press any button on the keypad, and it will lock. This feature is for ease of use.
   
2. To unlock the lock, simply enter the user pin and press the * button. The lock will then unlock.

What to do if Yale door lock does not respond, and the door lock is locked and inaccessible

If the door lock is unresponsive, and the door lock is locked and inaccessible, the lock may be in privacy mode. If this is the case, use the application or the master code to unlock the door and access the home.

The batteries may also be dead, if the batteries are dead, use a 9 volt battery in the convenient aux power port, then use the code to open the door and replace the batteries.

How to change the master code on the Yale door lock

If you need to change the master code on the door lock, follow the steps outlined below.

1. Go to the keypad on the door lock.
   
2. Enter the current master code 4 to 8 digits, then press the # key.
3. Press the 1 key followed by the # key.
   
4. Enter the new master code (4-8 digits) followed by the # key.
5. Test the new code by locking the door lock, and using the new code to unlock the door lock.