The lock has become faulty on the bottom gate, Old Lane entrance. The shackle comes out from the body of the lock when the code is entered and opened. To lock the gate put the shackle into the body of the lock and continue as you would normally lock it, then scramble the numbers and make sure it is locked.
This is the 3rd lock that has now become faulty. Ive seen members put the code in and then yank with force to open the shackle. We believe with this type of force being used is damaging the ball bearings inside the lock mechanism. We have had advice from Geo Spence where we purchased the locks from, they have said unnecessary force is being used for this type of frequent fault. Can we make sure we are treating the locks on the entrance gates with due care so this doesnt keep happening. The locks are over £60 each.
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