The features that are typically included in the Vivint Smart Home Security System are aimed at enhancing the quality of life and safety. One of the primary components of these systems is the Vivint door lock which helps you to secure your door by locking and unlocking it using the Vivint smartphone application. Like many other tools, the Vivint door lock is powered by batteries, which act as a source of energy for the device. The batteries are long-lasting and may take 1-2 years before they are depleted and you will need to replace them to ensure that your lock is working efficiently. Vivint door locks’ battery replacement is not a difficult task, it does not take more than a few minutes to complete, and you will not need many tools to do it. You will find the details of the battery replacement process explained in this article in a manner that is easy to follow as major steps are highlighted below.

Gather Supplies

Before changing the batteries, take a minute to gather the following supplies: 

  • New batteries: Specifically, Vivint door locks require 4 AA batteries. If possible, choose an original or a premium brand of alkaline batteries for longer battery life.
  • Small Phillips head screwdriver: This is required for the access of the interior located in the door lock system panel.
  • Flashlight: A flashlight ensures that light from the flashlight shines on the lock’s battery area to enhance visibility during the battery exchange.

Ensure Proper Fit

As for door locks, Vivint has several types from knob sets to deadbolts and handles. Although the steps for replacing the batteries can be similar for all these different models, it can be useful to refer to the manual of your specific Vivint door lock to familiarize yourself with the correct orientation of the batteries and ensure that you have ordered the right kind of batteries for your lock.

Locate Battery Compartment

Vivint door locks’ battery compartment is unique as it is installed on the inside part of the door. Identify the two tiny gauged beseeches on the inner part of the escutcheon plate that surrounds the cylinder. These depressions suggest that there are screws on the top part hiding underneath that hold the escutcheon plate.

Remove Escutcheon Plate

Hold your Phillips head screwdriver into one of the screw head indentations. For the screw on the right use the screwdriver to rotate the screw in a clockwise fashion to tighten the screw. Twist clockwise to release the second screw. After both screws are loosened to the point where it turns freely, it is now time to carefully remove the interior escutcheon plate. Stack the plate and screws to ensure that you have them together so that you do not misplace them.

Access Battery Compartment

When the escutcheon plate is removed then the battery compartment should be seen readily. An important point to note is that there is a wired connection that is found in the battery compartment and extends to the lock cylinder. Pay attention not to stress or drag this connection apart. If it’s dim, then use your flashlight to light the battery compartment to see better.

Remove Old Batteries

To install them, slide the old batteries out of the battery compartment one at a time. If you have the opportunity to return the dead batteries to be recycled, then do so. Check the state of the battery terminal connectors inside the battery compartment where it connects to the laptop, wipe with an alcohol wipe if rusty.

Install New Batteries

New batteries should be inserted into the circuit such that the polarity marks are aligned with the corresponding holes in the battery compartment. This makes sure that each battery is oriented in the right direction. There may be one or two batteries that are not fitting properly in the housing but they should be aligned. Put all new batteries and ensure they are well placed flat in the battery compartment. Position the battery wires tidily inside so that no two wires make contact with each other in an awkward manner.

Reattach Escutcheon Plate

Once you have put fresh batteries on the device, you can then reinsert the escutcheon plate. The wires inside the head to prevent squeezing the wires. Add and partially screw in the first one, then add the second one and screw it in as well. After each screw threads into the lock turn down evenly with the plate Surface both screws thread into the lock. Do not over-tighten.

Test Operation

Once the battery compartment has been secured, perform tests on the Vivint door lock to ensure that it works as intended. Go to the Vivint app control panel on your phone and input a lock command followed by an unlock command. Next, the Vivint door lock should rotate to check whether the batteries have been installed properly. If there are struggles with the lock, then check the batteries and their positioning as well as the connections. If troubles arise, one should turn to the support department of Vivint.

Restore Connectivity

For the Vivint Elements platform to issue commands over to the door lock, connectivity has to be reestablished. On the screen, touch the icon on the lower center part that says settings and click add device. This leads to a process of identifying products linked to the Vivint account that you are using. This should happen within 2 minutes and without the need for the lock and the device to re-establish connectivity. Perform other tests using the Vivint app on your smartphone to check the possibility of its remote operation again.

Pro Tips

What we are going to see now is that keeping your Vivint door lock charged is not a chore that you will necessarily find complicated or frustrating. 

  • Suggest replacing batteries once a year as a preventative measure irrespective of the battery capacity on the lock. That way you remind them of your existence without having to frantically fumble for batteries and getting locked out.
  • Replace batteries in the next 3 to 5 minutes for best performance of the devices or gadgets that require it. This helps to avoid some problems with the lock shedding power and not functioning, which may in turn need reprogramming of the lock.
  • To prevent environmental pollution, use the proper procedures for battery disposal as prescribed by your local ordinances or laws.
  • Also, buy some nanomembrane alkaline batteries for battery change when you run out of them on the field. Do not purchase cheaper generic batteries that have a shorter designed battery life.
  • Never allow our batteries to run fully flat before recharging them, thinking that this will help to prolong the battery’s life. It is essential to replace all four batteries as a set at once to avoid any potential problems.

If there is a need to regain composure, simply take a minute.

After substituting the battery, spare some time to adjust the door lock back into its correct position from the touch screen. Go to Locks and then the option will be the lock name you will choose. Select Reset which erases all the error codes that might have been generated while replacing the battery. Resetting just to be safe eliminates possible future operational problems that may arise.

Safety is kept on with working batteries.

Replacing batteries involves removing some parts; ensure that they are properly aligned when placed back without exerting excessive force on screws or when bending wires. Go through the instructions given step by step, operate the lock multiple times to check it is working, and finally, reset the lock. Spare a few minutes to change your Vivint door lock battery – this keeps it in proper working condition for over a year and offers the most important thing – the security of your home and your loved ones. Storing working batteries means that your Vivint smart home delivers reliable convenience 24/7, irrespective of the day.

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