How to Snap a Cable Lock

Cable locks come in several different forms such as clamps and chords. They are composed of reinforced metal wire sometimes wrapped in a plastic casing. Cable locks have the flexibility to be wrapped around your valuable items such as laptops, briefcases, jewelry boxes, bikes or other goods. Keys or alpha-numeric combinations are used to engage a secure lock with the cable. Open or "snap" your lock using one of several different methods depending on the type of cable lock.

Instructions

    • 1

      Examine the make and model of your snap lock. Different manufacturers have different configurations.

    • 2

      Use a key to snap open the cable locks, if it uses one. The cable of the cable lock will be wrapped around an item to prevent it from being opened. There is a lock attached to the two ends of the cable. Releasing the lock will slacken the cable and allow access to the item.

    • 3

      Use an alpha-numeric code for locks without keys. Use your secret pass code to snap open the locks. For poorly made locks, if you forget the password you can slowly turn around each character until you hear a slight click. This indicates the number is in the correct placement to unlock the lock.

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      Use a key for cable clamp locks. These are curved and require special curved keys to open. Check with the manufacturer for more information about your specific lock.