Things You'll Need:
- Graphite powder or WD40
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Step 1
Uncap the tube of graphite powder and position it at the top of the key hole entry. Hold the tube at a 30 degree angle upward.
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Step 2
Squeeze tube twice to deposit graphite into the lock and tumblers.
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Step 3
Insert the key into the lock and turn it to open and close bolt multiple times in order to work the graphite into the tumblers.
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Step 4
If the key does not operate smoothly, repeat Steps 2 and 3.
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Step 5
Position the graphite tube above the bolt port and squeeze twice to release graphite powder into the seam between the bolt and bolt port.
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Step 6
Position the graphite tube on the side of bolt port and squeeze twice to release powder into the seam between bolt and bolt port.
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Step 7
Repeat Step 6 on the opposite side of the bolt.
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Step 8
Insert the key and open and close the bolt to deposit the graphite.
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Step 9
Wipe any excess graphite from key hole and bolt.

