File Cabinet Lock Replacement Instructions

Replacing the lock on a hon brand file cabinet is similar to replacing a cam lock on most file cabinets.

File cabinet lock replacement instructions.

Learn how to install a hon file cabinet lock. Remove your nail file and open the cabinet. Procedure for using the lock removal tool. Step 2 pop the lock open.

Since this is just a replacement use the previous lock s screw holes to adjust the new cabinet lock into position. After you move the keyhole into the unlocked position take the nail file out of the lock. Punch how to install the file lock if replacing a lock use the replacement lock instructions located on the back side of this page. Use a hammer and a punch to remove the oval knock out in the upper right corner of the cabinet.

To lock the filing cabinet move the nail file the opposite direction. Cabinet the lock pin will slide across the slot of the lock bar attachment and lift it. Lock removal tool and flat head screwdriver. Kohree cabinet cam lock set 5 pack keyed alike 1 1 8 inch 30mm cam locks secure file drawer dresser rv cylinder replacement lock hardware chrome finish zinc alloy fits on 1 max panel thickness 4 7 out of 5 stars 329.

Step 4 confirm lock is secure. 1 spring clip additional tools required 1. 1 lock bar attachment b. For the file cabinet lock to work efficiently you must make sure that the lock is aligned well with the locking system on the cabinet wall.

Reinstall the lock plunger using a straight screwdriver replace the lock plunger by screwing it into the back side of the lock cylinder. Applies to the fire king file cabinets only. The cam lock engages a mechanism on the inside of the cabinet that locks the lower drawers while a lock bolt on the cam secures the top drawer. When keys get lost or you want to rekey the cabinet it is necessary to change the lock.

1 spring clip 1 lock bar attachment 1 lock 2 keys. First of all if you don t want to damage the cabinet or permanently remove the lock you can try to determine the model and make of the filing cabinet or lock if it s locked with an external padlock for example. Then simply pull on the handle or door to open the cabinet. Insert the new lock s c clip into the hole.