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How to Reset Hartmann Combination Locks

When you're traveling or attending business meetings with a briefcase filled with valuable items such as cash or jewelry, or sensitive documents such as confidential contracts, secret negotiation memos or a passport, security is especially important. You might want to be able to lock your briefcase to prevent criminals or unauthorized people from accessing its contents. One option is a briefcase made by Hartmann, which comes with a built-in three-digit combination lock that you can reset.

Instructions

- 1
  Rotate the combination lock's three numbered dials until the setting reads "000."
- 2
  Slide the Hartmann nameplate to the right. The word "Open" will now be visible.
- 3
  Open your briefcase and look at the back of the lock.
- 4
  Locate the setting lever at the back of the lock and remove its protective washer. Push the setting lever to the side and then up until it stops.
- 5
  Rotate the numbered dials to the new combination setting.
- 6
  Flip the setting lever back to its original position and then replace the protective washer.
- 7
  Close the briefcase, and then slide the Hartmann nameplate back to the left so that you no longer see the word "Open." The briefcase is now locked.