Tuffy Security 278 - Manual

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tactical Security Lock-Box #253, #278
Opening the Tuffy Security Lock-box
1. Using the pushbutton key lock:
Warning: keep clear of the lid when opening it. There is a gas strut which forces
the lid open.
1.1. Locate the key and unlock the pushbutton lock.
1.2. Press the pushbutton while at the same time pulling the lid open using the handle.
2. Using the pushbutton combination lock:
Warning: keep clear of the lid when opening it. There is a gas strut which forces the lid open.
Attention: The combination pushbutton lock is typically shipped from the factory with either no code entered
yet or “12345” and will need to be reset by the customer. Alternative pre-programmed code is
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2.1. Turn the OPEN lever clockwise to disengage the latch mechanism and pull the lid open while holding the OPEN
lever clockwise. Releasing the lever before pulling the lid open will allow the latch to re-engage preventing the lid
from opening.
Instructions for securing the Tuffy Lock-box to the vehicle
Note: There are a variety of options for securing the lock-box to the vehicle. A cable can be oriented as illustrated in
Figure 1 & 2. Also, a padlock can be used to secure a cable to the security mechanism
1.1. Open the lid.
1.2. Secure the cable to an adequate anchor point in the vehicle. (See Figure 1)
1.3. Pivot the security arm toward the inside of the box to open the cable locking mechanism. (See Figure 1)
1.4. Insert the cable end(s) in the slot and release the pivot arm to secure the cable ends. (See Figure 1 & 2)
1.5. Close the lid. When closed there are tabs on the lid which prevent the pivot arm from rotating to release the
cable during a break in attempt. (See Figure 2)
Figure 1
QC CHECK
 VISUAL INSPECTION
 RUBBER SEAL
 CORRECT KEY & COMBO CODES
 PUSHBUTTON LOCK TEST
 COMBO LOCK TEST
 LATCH TEST
 LEVERS TEST
 GAS SPRING TEST
 CARPET FINISH KIT INSPECTION
 UNLOCKED WITH KEY INSIDE
QC INSPECTOR INITIALS ____________