
SAFE DIAGRAM
NOTE: This safe is NOT fire proof.
NOTE: This safe has no cash rating.
SPECIFICATION CONTENTS
S-50E
SIZE: 35 (W) x 50 (H) x 31 (D) CM
NET WEIGHT: 17.15 KGS
POWER SUPPLY: 4 x AA BATTERIES
INTERNAL VOLUME: 54.3 LITRE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Note: Please make sure that after you have opened the safe for the first time, you change the PIN, for
security reas
OPERATING THE SAFE FOR THE FIRST TIME
Use the manual override key to open the safe.
Remove the plastic key lock cover (dia 1)
Insert the override key; turn it anti-clockwise, at the same time turn the locking knob clockwise and pull
See BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Keep the safe door open until you have set the PIN code.
ons.
open the safe.
Make sure you lift the door prior to pulling it slightly.
1 x Instruction book
2 x Manual override keys
1 x Internal mat
4 x AA batteries
4 x Rawlbolts

PROGRAMMING YOUR PIN NUMBER (personal identification number)
Each time a button I pressed, a beep will be heard and the orange LED will flash. This is a safety feature so
that you will know when the safe is being accessed and cannot be switched off.
Keep PIN codes in a safe place.
Do not use personal information like birthdays, telephone numbers etc.
⚫ Write down your PIN codes so you do not forget it. (any
combination of numbers from 3 to 8 digits)
⚫ With the door open, install 4 AA batteries supplied.
⚫ Unscrew the security cap and depress the red reset button located
at the back of the door.
⚫ Two beeps will be heard and the orange LED will light.
⚫ You now have 20 seconds to enter your PIN.
⚫ Key in your new PIN.
⚫ Press the “A” or “B” button once.
⚫ Two beeps will be heard and the orange LED will go out.
⚫ Your PIN has now been set.
⚫ Screw the security cap back into the red reset button. Ensure you do this for security reasons.
While the door is open familiarise yourself with the door opening procedure, and leave the door open until you
are satisfied that you fully understand the opening and closing method. You can re-set the PIN at any time by
following the above procedure.
OPENING THE DOOR USING YOUR PIN NUMBER (personal identification number)
Each time a button is pressed, a beep will be heard and the orange LED will flash.
⚫ Enter your PIN number.
⚫ Press the “A” or “B” button.
⚫ Two beeps will be heard and the orange LED will flash.
⚫ The green LED will light to indicate that the safe door can be opened.
⚫ You now have 5 seconds to open the door before it will lock again.
⚫ Open the safe door by turning the knob clockwise and pulling it open.
If the red and green LED lights simultaneously when the correct PIN is entered, then the
batteries MUST be replaced immediately before closing the door as this indicates that the
batteries are too low.
If an incorrect PIN is entered, the safe will not open, three warning beeps will be heard & the
orange LED will flash and the green LED won’t light. Entering an incorrect PIN three
consecutive times will freeze the locking mechanism and keypad for 20 seconds, during which
time you will not be able to access the safe. After three more incorrect PIN attempts, the locking
mechanism and keypad will freeze for 5 MINUTES during which time you will not be able to
access the safe.

OPENING THE SAFE USING THE OVERRIDE KEY
Use the manual override key to open the safe.
⚫ Remove the plastic key lock cover (dia 1)
⚫ Insert the override key; turn it anti-clockwise, at the same
time turn the locking knob clockwise and pull open the
safe.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
The digital safe uses 4 AA type batteries (supplied).
⚫ Remove the battery cover on the rear of the door (dia 5).
Push the catch in and pull out the cover.
⚫ Install the 4 AA batteries supplied. Ensure correct polarity.
⚫ Replace the battery cover.
⚫ Keep the safe door open until you have set the PIN code.
The battery life is approximately one year.
Make a note of the battery replacement date; they
should last approximately one year.
However, we recommend checking the batteries
every 6 months just to make sure.
If power is removed from the safe the set PIN code
will be only remained in its memory for
approximately 4 hrs then it will need re-setting.
SECURING YOUR SAFE
ADVICE: WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU SECURE
YOUR SAFE TO A WALL OR FLOOR FOR SECURITY
REASONS.
You may wish to secure your safe to a fixed part of the house
(i.e. stone wall or wooden beam).
This can be achieved by using 2 of the 4 rawlbolts supplied in
the back of the safe or using the 4 rawlbolts supplied in the base
of the safe.
Use the holes in the safe to mark where you need to drill.
Loosely attach the rawlbolts onto the safe with the nuts and
washers provided. Hold the safe over the drilled holes and locate
the rawlbolts into these holes (dia 6). Tighten the nuts from the
inside of the safe to secure firmly.
Note: The rawlbolts are packed inside the safe

TROUBLE SHOOTING
Can I get a replacement key/
extra key?
Replacement keys are not
available due to security reasons.
Low or depleted batteries
Use override keys and replace
won’t open.
If the safe cannot be opened
I am experiencing problems
If the batteries are completely
Try the factory default code 159
The batteries I bought don’t fit
Batteries can vary in size.
Try another brand.
the catch.
inoperable.
3 My PIN works and the green
LED lights, however, the safe
forgotten the PIN number, can
using the back up key; it is
unable to slide smoothly into
batteries in the safe, the safe
has reset the code itself, and
the code I’ve been using is no
longer valid?
7 The red and green LED lights
simultaneously when the
the safe?
9 When I use the override key, I
can’t open the door.
Low batteries. Will operate the
keypad but not the lock relay.
depleted for more than a day
then the safe will not retain the
code.
The batteries are depleted. Immediately replace the batteries.
batteries.
Use override keys and replace
batteries.
properly then you will need to
Spray inside the key hole with rust
remover (e.g. WD40), leave for a
few minutes and the try again
or use the override key; then refer
to the user manual to reset your
original code or to enter a new
code.
Ensuring that you are turning the
key anti-clockwise, holding it in
that position and then turn the
locking knob clockwise to release

This Product is guaranteed for domestic use only for a period of 12 months against faulty manufacture or
materials.
Any other use may invalidate the guarantee. This product is not guaranteed for hire purposes.
This guarantee does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer.
Note:
These important safeguards and instructions cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may
occur. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into any
product. These factors must be applied by the person using this product.
Argos Ltd
489-499 Avebury Boulevard, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 2NW