There is a foreign object in the lock cylinder and the key cannot be inserted.
After the foreign object is removed, insert the lock key completely and replace the lock cylinder without washing it.
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American locks and Yale computer keys are handled differently from ordinary door locks. Residents in To Kwa Wan or To Kwa Wan encounter locks that cannot be inserted or lock cylinders that are stuck. It is best to provide photos and locations of the door locks first, so that the technician can judge whether the foreign objects can be removed without damage and provide a clear quotation first.
101 Locksmith has been handling locksmith cases in To Kwa Wan, To Kwa Wan and Kowloon City for many years. It is not uncommon for lock cylinders to be stuck by metal debris, broken keys or dust. As long as it is not pried hard by yourself, in many cases you can first try to remove the foreign object without damage and keep the original lock cylinder and original key:
Professional advice: If the lock cylinder is stuck in To Kwa Huan or To Kwa Wan, do not poke it with a hard object to avoid the foreign object sinking deeper and damaging the shrapnel. Instantly call 101 Locksmith. The master will first check the lock type and price, and then use professional tools to accurately remove it. Try to keep the original lock cylinder and the old key.
If you encounter American-style locks, Yale computer keys, foreign objects in the lock cylinder, or keys that cannot be inserted near To Kwa Wan, To Kwa Wan, Ma Tau Wai or Kowloon City, 101 Locksmith can arrange for a master to follow up. When making inquiries, you can first send the photo and location of the door lock. We will evaluate the handling method based on the type of lock and the situation, and then quote the price before unlocking.
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