How to Transfer a Smart Lock to a New Door

Transferring a smart lock (Connect, Encode, or Encode Plus), to a new door involves a few essential steps. This guide will walk you through the process of resetting and re-handing your smart lock for optimal performance.

Step 1: Perform a Factory Default Reset on Your Smart Lock

Before moving your smart lock to a new door, a Factory Default Reset is necessary. This step ensures that the lock is ready to be reconfigured for its new location. 

How to Factory Reset a Schlage Encode Locks 

Note: you will have to delete the lock from the Schlage Home App

How to Factory Reset a Schlage Connect Lock

Note: If your lock is connected to a Z-Wave hub, the process for removing it from the Schlage Home App may differ. In such cases, it's important to consult the manufacturer's instructions specific to your Z-Wave hub. These instructions will guide you through the correct procedure for disconnecting the lock from the hub and the app, ensuring that the removal is completed safely and without disrupting your smart home network. Always follow the manufacturer's guidelines to maintain the integrity of your system.

Step 2: Re-hand Your Smart Lock

After resetting, it's crucial to re-hand the lock to fit the new door. Here's how to do it for different Schlage models:

Re-handing Schlage Encode Locks:

1. Open the door.
2. Press the House Icon on the bottom left hand corner of the screen.
3. Enter Default User Code A or B (located on the programming sticker).
4. The bolt will extend and retract, indicating successful handing.

Re-handing Schlage Connect Locks:

1. Open the door.
2. Press the Schlage Button.
3. Enter Default User Code A or B.
4. The bolt will extend and retract, confirming successful handing.

Step 3: Program and Pair Your Smart Lock

Once the lock is handed, it's ready for programming and pairing as needed.