View from rear: the wire picks up the latch mechanism
View from the front: the tool is inserted through the keyway

The Adams Rite bypass will trip the locking latch feature of the Adams Rite style of locks with the screw-in style cylinders. These locks are commonly found on aluminium shop front doors. A piece of mica or 'Slim Jim' style tool will help to retract the latch if necessary.

The trip wire is made from a specific wire and due to its gauge will slide through typical screw in cylinders and pick up on the latch of the lock. A turning action will retract the latch. The tool is designed with a strong two-part handle which will prevent slippage.

View from rear: turning the handle retracts the latch
It may be necessary to change the angle of the bend of the wire for some locks. Also lifting the pins when the wire is inserted may help as will adjusting the angle of the wire once the wire is resting on or close to the latch mechanism.

The logo of SKS KeysThe Adams Rite Bypass tool is available from
SKS Keys, Unit 2 Canal Side, Northbridge Road, BERKHAMSTED HP4 1EG.
www.skskeys.co.uk sales@skskeys.co.uk 01442 291 400 Fax: 01442 863 683

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