A TSA 003 is a combination lock. To reset it, the shackle must be spun for 180 degrees after the current code has been entered. It is now in the reset position.
Set the combination to the correct setting, then press the button that may be placed on the bottom of the lock, or somewhere else, and while holding that down, change the code to what you desire it to be.
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All the TSA locks have a key that is used only by the TSA to open the lock.
The specialty of using TSA locks is that a consumer can pick her or her combination for their lock, as opposed to having the manufacturer set the lock combination.
To reset or put in a custom code for your TSA suitcase lock follow these instructions. Set the lock to the default code of 000; use a sharp item to press the reset button in do this until you hear a click. Set your own custom code, pull the catch out as if to open the suitcase lock until you hear another click, your custom lock combination is now set.
Heys combination lock embedded in side of suitcase, with a slide bar mechanism: Set lock to correct combination and slide open. You will see a small indentation on the side of the lock (opposite side from combination numbers). Insert the tip of a ballpoint pen in the indentation. While pressing down with the ink pen, change the combination to the new numbers.
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With cable inserted, lock code on current code or factory code 000, if you haven't changed it, turn the lock up diane down. The button on the bottom is oval. Put your fingernails on both ends, and life the button away from the lock housing, and turn it 90 degrees. Set your new code. Return the button housing back to its original position. Push button in all the way to release the cable. Should be all ready to go.
Look on the bottom there should be a reset button. It is very small and you have to use a pen point or paperclip to push it in. Set it to the numbers you want and then remove your pen/paperclip.
1. Look for a small recessed button below (on the bottom side) the TSA key access. 2. Push in the button with a paper clip or pen. 3. While the button is pushed, change the combination to the desired numbers. 4. Then release the button and the combination has been reset.
Yes, it has a three number TSA approved combination lock.