Have you recently brought home a Brinks Digital Deadbolt? This article is a Brinks digital deadbolt manual and programming instructions guide.
Brinks digital locks have a keypad containing keys from 0 to 9 and a button named BRINKS. You can program your Brinks digital lock with the keypad and by referring to the Brinks Digital Deadbolt manual.
In this article, you will find easy programming instructions for your lock, including:
- Changing the Programming Code
- Adding or deleting User Codes
- Performing a factory reset, and more.
Before we begin, please note: the default programming code for Brinks Digital Deadbolt is 0000.
Administrative Functions
Enable Left/Righ Hand Installation
You have to enable your keypad to operate your Brinks Digital Deadbolt electronically when you have installed it the first time or reset it to default settings. You need to electronically enable the Left or Right-Hand installation to make it work.
You can enable left or right-hand door installation using these steps:
- Enter the default Programming Code and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit 0 on the keypad and hit the BRINKS button again.
The process will complete when you can hear the sound of the lock motor, followed by two beeps and two green flashes on the indicator. After this process, you will be able to operate the lock.
Change Default Master Code
You should change your lock’s default Programming Code after installation to avoid unauthorized access and ensure that only the lock owner can make changes to it. Normally, the Brinks electronic lock contains a 4-digit Programming Code that allows its user to make changes to their lock programming.
The steps to change your Brinks ock’s Programming Code are as follows:
- Enter the default Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button. Use 0000 as the default Programming Code for your Brinks Digital Deadbolt lock.
- Hit 4 on the keypad and then hit the BRINKS button.
- Create a new Programming Code between 4 to 10 digits, enter it, and hit the BRINKS button.
You will notice a beep with a green flash after changing the default Programming Code.
Factory Reset
If you need to factory reset your Brinks Digital Deadbolt, remember that you will lose all User Codes and previously programmed functions on your lock.
The steps to reset your Brinks Digital Deadbolt to its factory default settings are as follows:
- Remove the battery cover of your deadbolt and look for the R button.
- After locating the R button, hit it with an unfolded paper clip or pen for up to five seconds until you hear three long beeps from the lock.
Resetting your lock will erase all your programmed settings and User Codes. You will have to reprogram it again using the preset Programming Code (0000). You will also have to perform right or left door handling detection on your lock to enable the digital keypad.
Basic User Code Functions
You will have to assign a User Code with a Unique ID number provided by your electronic lock. You can create up to six different User Codes consisting of 4 to 10 digits on your Brinks Digital Deadbolt. The default User Code for the Brinks Digital Deadbolt is 1234. You should replace the default User Code on your lock to ensure your security. You can use the User Code when you don’t have the key.
Add a New User Code
- Enter the current Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit one on your keypad and then hit the BRINKS button.
- Create the new User Code as instructed, enter it, and hit the BRINKS button.
Repeat the above steps to add another User Code.
Add a One Time User Code
You can create a one-time User Code that you can use only once to unlock your Brinks electronic lock. You can use this User Code for someone that needs to access your home for once when you are away, as the lock will delete it after one use.
The steps to create a One-Time User Code on a Brinks electronic lock are as follows:
- Enter the current Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit 9 on your lock’s keypad and then hit the BRINKS button.
- Create a one-time User Code consisting of 4 to 10 digits, enter it, and hit the BRINKS button.
Delete a User Code
- Enter the current Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit two on your keypad and then hit the BRINKS button.
- Enter the User Code you want to delete and hit the BRINKS button.
Delete All User Codes
- Enter the current Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit 3 on your keypad, and then hit the BRINKS button.
Temporarily Disable User Codes
- Enter the current Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit eight on your lock’s keypad and hit the BRINKS button again.
Lock/Unlock Functions
You can lock or unlock your Brinks Digital Deadbolt using its mechanical key. However, without the key, you can use the keypad.
- You can lock your Brinks Digital Deadbolt using the keypad by hitting the BRINKS button.
- You can unlock your Brinks Digital Deadbolt using the keypad by entering a valid User Code and hitting the BRINKS button.
Auto-Lock Functions
Auto-Lock Time Delay
You can also change the default time delay of your Brinks digital lock.
The steps to change the auto-lock time delay on your Brinks digital lock are as follows:
- Enter the current Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit six on your lock’s keypad and then hit the BRINKS button.
- Choose your preferred time value between 10 to 99, enter it, and hit the BRINKS button.
Enable/Disable Auto Lock
You should use the auto-lock function as it automatically locks your digital deadbolt after a certain amount of time.
The steps to enable the auto-lock function on your Brinks Digital Deadbolt are as follows:
- Enter the current Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit five on your deadbolt’s keypad and then hit the BRINKS button.
After activating the auto-lock feature on your Brinks Digital Deadbolt, the lock will automatically lock after leaving it unlocked for more than 30 seconds.
How Do You Turn Off the Brinks Keypad Sound?
If you don’t like your deadbolt lock keypad sound, you can turn it off by following these steps:
- Enter the current Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit 7 on your keypad and then hit the BRINKS button.
This process will turn off the keypad sound along with the indicator.
Troubleshooting the Brinks Digital Deadbolt
What to do if your Brinks Digital Deadbolt is not working
Follow these steps to troubleshoot your Brinks lock if it is not working:
Step 1: If a newly installed or reset Brinks Digital Deadbolt does not work, you will need to let the lock detect door handling for your deadbolt to respond electronically:
- Enter the default Programming Code of Brinks Digital Deadbolt and hit the BRINKS button.
- Hit 0 on the keypad and then hit the BRINKS button.
Step 2: If you don’t have issues similar to step 1, your lock’s batteries are most likely at fault. You should check your battery and replace it with a new one if needed.
Step 3: If your lock still doesn’t work after the above two steps, then try the following:
- Remove one battery from your lock and hit a few buttons.
- Put the battery back and check your lock.
If it is still not fixed, try factory resetting your Brinks Digital Deadbolt.
Troubleshooting the Brinks Digital Deadbolt when it keeps beeping and flashing red
This issue indicates that your deadbolt batteries are low. You should open your deadbolt battery cover and replace the old batteries with new 4 AA alkaline batteries. You should avoid mixing old batteries as it can cause battery leakage.
How long will my Brinks Digital Deadbolt batteries last?
After the installation of the new Brinks Digital Deadbolt on your door, the batteries should last at least a year.
Final Thoughts
Use the Brinks Digital Deadbolt manual to install your lock and enable your new or existing lock features. You can use the instructions detailed above to perform the processes of changing your lock’s preset Programming Code, adding, deleting, or changing User Code, resetting factory settings, and more. You can troubleshoot your Brinks Digital Deadbolt lock using the troubleshooting tips provided as well.
