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File:BEECN Key Safe Frontside.png|''Figure 4: Key safe most often used to secure a BEECN.'' | File:BEECN Key Safe Frontside.png|''Figure 4: Key safe most often used to secure a BEECN.'' | ||
File:BEECN Key Safe Backside.png|''Figure 5: Key safe mechanics.'' | File:BEECN Key Safe Backside.png|''Figure 5: Key safe mechanics.'' | ||
</gallery>Because the Mark I boxes have endured years in the elements and rough use, it is not uncommon for them to have problems with the lid latching mechanism (i.e. the lid won't lock shut). BEECN volunteers are encouraged to troubleshoot the problem themselves, but to contact PBEM if they cannot fix the problem. | </gallery> | ||
[[File:Troubleshooting Cache Box.png|thumb|''Figure 6: Troubleshooting the Mark I cache lid locking mechanism.'']] | |||
Because the Mark I boxes have endured years in the elements and rough use, it is not uncommon for them to have problems with the lid latching mechanism (i.e. the lid won't lock shut). BEECN volunteers are encouraged to troubleshoot the problem themselves, but to contact PBEM if they cannot fix the problem. A volunteer may need pliers, a six inch (or larger) adjustable crescent wrench, and a mallet or hammer. | |||
Most of the time the remedy involves adjusting one or both of the bolts on the lid. Each bolt is held on by two hexagonal nuts. A six inch (or larger) adjustable wrench works well to loosen these nuts and move the bolt to the left or right, whichever is needed in order for the bolt to snap into place when it connects with the locking mechanism on the main portion of the box. Some trial and error may be needed to get it right. | |||
Graphite, Lockease or similar products made for lock mechanisms are the only products that should be used on the lock. Do not use WD-40 or other general purpose "lubricants". Many of these contain solvents that, over time, will make the lock more difficult to operate. | |||
You know you've got it working when you snap the lid shut and then turn the box key from the vertical to the horizontal position '''(don't force it)''' and the two latch handles do not move when you try to open the lid. | |||
