How to install Schlage BE365?

The Schlage BE365 is a keypad deadbolt. Installing it is relatively straightforward if you’re familiar with basic tools and have some experience with door hardware. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you install the Schlage BE365:

Tools You’ll Need:

1. Phillips screwdriver
2. Tape measure
3. Pencil
4. Chisel (if needed)
5. Hammer (if needed)
6. Drill (if needed)

Installation Steps:

1. Prepare the Door:
   • You can skip this step if your door is already prepped with the necessary holes.
   • If not, use the provided template or instructions to mark and drill the required holes.
2. Install the Deadbolt:
   • Insert the deadbolt into the upper hole so that the “top” marking faces upward.
   • Secure it with the two small screws provided.
3. Install the Exterior Keypad Assembly:
   • Feed the cable under the deadbolt and insert the keypad assembly into the door.
   • Ensure the torque blade (the flat piece extending from the thumbturn) goes through the horizontal slot of the deadbolt.
4. Install the Mounting Plate:
   • Feed the cable through the bottom hole of the mounting plate.
   • Position the mounting plate so that it’s flush against the door.
   • Secure the mounting plate to the door using the two long screws provided. Make sure not to over-tighten.
5. Connect the Cable and Install the Interior Assembly:
   • Connect the cable from the exterior assembly to the interior assembly.
   • Position the interior assembly so that the torque blade goes through the turn piece shaft.
   • Secure the interior assembly to the mounting plate using the screws provided.
6. Install the Batteries:
   • Open the battery compartment on the interior assembly.
   • Insert the required batteries (usually AA batteries, but check your specific model’s requirements).
   • Close the battery compartment.
7. Test the Lock:
   • Before closing the door, test the lock and unlock functions using the keypad and the thumbturn to ensure everything works correctly.
   • Once you’re sure it’s functioning properly, close the door and test again to ensure the deadbolt extends and retracts smoothly.
8. Program Your Codes:
   • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to program your access codes. It’s a good idea to change the default codes to enhance security.
9. Install the Strike Plate:
   • If your door frame doesn’t already have a strike plate, install the one provided. This might require chiseling a recess into the door frame so the strike plate sits flush.
10. Final Testing:

• Close the door and ensure the deadbolt extends and retracts smoothly using the keypad and the thumbturn.

Refer to the user manual or installation guide provided with your Schlage BE365 for specific details and troubleshooting tips. If uncomfortable with the installation, consider hiring a professional locksmith or handyman.

For your reference, you can check this installation manual: Schlage BE365 installation manual PDF.

For more Schlage BE365 problems and troubleshooting, please check this article: Schlage BE365 Troubleshooting: Detailed Troubleshooting Guide.