Description

The swingbolt operation on an E-Plex 30xx Series lock functions similarly to the privacy feature of a conventional deadbolt, with key differences. When the swingbolt is disengaged (retracted), any valid user can override the privacy condition by entering a valid PIN and operating the thumbturn.

When fully retracted, the swingbolt remains down and the lock behaves like a latch holdback, allowing free access without entering a PIN. To restore security, a user must manually re-engage the swingbolt by returning it to its horizontal locked (home) position.

Resolution

Required User Level: Master, Manager, Access User, or Service User

1. Disengage the Swingbolt (Retract)
   1. Enter a valid PIN. 
      The lock flashes the green LED to confirm valid access.
   2. Turn and hold the thumbturn clockwise on the front housing. 
      The swingbolt fully retracts downward.
   3. Release the thumbturn. 
      The thumbturn returns to its normal horizontal (home) position while the swingbolt remains retracted, allowing entry without a PIN.
2. Disengage the Swingbolt Using the Mechanical Override Key
   1. Insert the mechanical override key into the override cylinder and turn it clockwise from the vertical to the horizontal position.
   2. Keep the key in the horizontal position and turn and hold the thumbturn clockwise. 
      The swingbolt fully retracts downward.
   3. Release the thumbturn so it returns to the horizontal (home) position.
   4. Turn the key back to the vertical position and remove it. 
      The swingbolt remains disengaged.

3. Engage the Swingbolt (Project / Lock)

   1. Enter a valid PIN. 
      The lock flashes the green LED to confirm authorization.
   2. Turn and hold the thumbturn clockwise. 
      The swingbolt moves upward and returns to its locked, horizontal (home) position.
   3. Release the thumbturn. 
      The thumbturn returns to the home position and the swingbolt remains engaged.

   Warning: If the swingbolt is not re-engaged, the door remains unlocked and security is compromised.

4. Engage the Swingbolt Using the Mechanical Override Key
   1. Insert the mechanical override key into the override cylinder and turn it clockwise to the horizontal position.
   2. Keep the key in the horizontal position and turn and hold the thumbturn clockwise. 
      The swingbolt projects upward to its locked, horizontal (home) position.
   3. Release the thumbturn so it returns to the home position.
   4. Turn the key back to the vertical position and remove it.

Additional Notes

• Swingbolt engagement and disengagement are strictly manual operations performed using the thumbturn. This function is not programmable or automatic.
• Any valid user can engage or disengage the swingbolt at any time.
• When disengaged, the swingbolt remains physically retracted when the door closes, allowing hands-free access without entering a PIN.
• From the interior side of the door, any person, authorized or not, can manually engage or disengage the swingbolt.

Applies To

E-Plex 3xxx Series Locks