Kwikset Obsidian

Required Tools and Parts

Required Tools:

• 4 AA Batteries
• Ruler
• Phillips head screwdriver

Additional Tools (depending on application):

• Hammer
• Wood block

Parts in the box:

• Latch
• Interior Assembly (G, H, J)
• Exterior Touchscreen (F)
• Strike
• Adapter Ring (D)
• Mounting Plate (E)
• Fasteners (K, L, M, N, Q, R, S, T, U)

Diagram showing required tools and all included parts with labels.

1. Prepare the door and check dimensions

If drilling a new door, use the supplied template and complete door drilling instructions available at www.kwikset.com/doorprep.

1.A Door Hole Diameter

Measure to confirm that the hole in the door is either 2-1/8" (54 mm) or 1-1/2" (38 mm).

Diagram shows a ruler measuring a door hole, indicating 2-1/8" (54 mm) or 1-1/2" (38 mm).

Note: Additional door preparation may be required for doors with 1-1/2" (38 mm) holes. Consult the deadbolt drilling instructions at www.kwikset.com/doorprep.

1.B Backset Measurement

Measure to confirm that the backset is either 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" (60 or 70 mm).

Diagram shows a ruler measuring the backset of a door, indicating 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" (60 or 70 mm).

1.C Door Edge Bore

Measure to confirm that the hole in the door edge is 1" (25 mm).

Diagram shows a ruler measuring the bore on the edge of a door, indicating 1" (25 mm).

1.D Door Thickness

Measure to confirm that the door is between 1-3/8" and 2" (35 mm and 51 mm) thick.

Diagram shows a ruler measuring the thickness of a door, indicating the range of 1-3/8" to 2" (35 mm to 51 mm).

2. Install the latch and strike

2.A Chiseled Door Edge Check

Is the door edge chiseled?

• YES: Use latch "A". If the latch bolt is not already extended, extend the latch bolt as shown.
• NO (or not chiseled): Use latch "B" (not included). If the latch bolt is not already extended, extend the latch bolt as shown.

Diagram shows two options for door edges: chiseled and not chiseled, with corresponding latch usage.

2.B Latch Placement

Hold the latch in front of the door hole, with the latch face flush against the door edge.

Diagram shows a hand holding the latch assembly against the door hole.

2.C D-shaped Hole Centering

Is the D-shaped hole centered in the door hole?

• YES: No adjustment is required. Proceed to the next step.
• NO: Rotate the latch face as shown to extend the latch.

Diagram shows the D-shaped hole in the door and how to rotate the latch face.

2.D Latch Selection

Choose between Latch "A" or Latch "B".

Diagram shows Latch "A" and Latch "B" side-by-side.

2.E Install Strike

Install the strike on the door frame. Make sure the hole in the door frame is drilled a minimum of 1" (25 mm) deep. Longer screws install closest to the door jamb.

Diagram shows the strike plate being installed on the door frame with screws (N and M).

3. Install the exterior touchscreen

3.A Door Hole Diameter Check

Confirm the door hole diameter:

• Diameter is 2-1/8" (54 mm): Install part "D" on "F".
• Diameter is 1-1/2" (38 mm): "D" is not needed for installation. Discard "D".

Diagram illustrates the two door hole diameter options and the use or discard of part "D".

3.B Door Thickness Check

Confirm your door thickness and select the appropriate screws:

• 1-3/8" (35 mm): Use the shorter gold screws (Q).
• 1-3/4" (44 mm): Use the medium silver screws (R).
• 2" (51 mm): Use the longer black screws (S).

Diagram shows door thickness options with corresponding screw types (Q, R, S).

3.C Exterior Assembly Installation

Install the exterior touchscreen and mounting plate. Support the exterior assembly during mounting plate installation. Route the cable through the center hole, then push the cable into the bottom hole. Keep the cable parallel to the edge of the door. Attach the exterior touchscreen using screws (Q, R, or S), tightening them evenly. Rotate the torque blade to test the latch for smooth operation. If the latch does not operate smoothly, adjust the screws. Ensure the latch bolt is extended when finished.

Diagram shows the mounting plate, exterior touchscreen, cable routing, and screw installation, including a test of the torque blade.

4. Install the interior assembly

4.A Battery Pack Removal

Remove the battery cover and battery pack from the interior assembly. Make sure the turnpiece is in the vertical position. Do not install batteries until step 5.

Diagram shows the interior assembly with the battery cover and pack being removed, and the turnpiece in a vertical position.

4.B Interior Assembly Installation

Install the interior assembly onto the mounting plate. Align the parts, ensure a tight cable connection, and lay any excess cable flat inside the bottom of the interior housing.

Diagram shows the interior assembly being attached to the mounting plate, highlighting alignment, cable connection, and cable management.

5. Install the batteries and perform the door handing process

This step teaches your lock the orientation of your door and is crucial for lock operation.

5.A Install Batteries

Install 4 AA batteries in the battery pack. Ensure correct polarity. For best results, use new, non-rechargeable Alkaline batteries only.

Diagram shows AA batteries being inserted into the battery pack with polarity indicators.

5.B Insert Battery Pack

Make sure the door is open, and insert the battery pack.

Diagram shows the battery pack being inserted into the interior assembly.

5.C Door Handing Process

After a few seconds, the latch bolt will retract and extend on its own to learn the orientation of the door. This is called the door handing process, and it is crucial to lock operation.

5.D Success/Failure Indicators

Once the door handing process is complete, the touchscreen will indicate success or failure:

• Success: Flashing checkmark symbol (✔️) and a single column of digits.
• Failure: Flashing "X" pattern (❌).

If the touchscreen indicates a failure, make sure that the cables are connected, the batteries are installed correctly, and attempt this procedure again. If the door handing process is still unsuccessful after a second attempt, perform the "Manual Door Handing" procedure on page 4.

Diagram shows the touchscreen displaying success (checkmark) and failure (X pattern) indicators.

6. Add the lock to your smart home system

6.A Initiate Pairing

Initiate the process to add the lock to your system at your smart home controller. Refer to your smart home system instructions for more information.

6.B Press Button "A"

When prompted by your smart home system to add the lock, press button "A" on the lock interior one time. The red LED will illuminate when the lock enters Add Mode.

Diagram shows the interior assembly with button "A" highlighted.

6.C Rename Lock

If successful, re-name the lock in your system (if applicable).

6.D Troubleshooting

If unsuccessful, follow your system's instructions to remove the lock from the controller and any other network, then press button "A" on the lock one time. Perform steps 6A-6C again. If still unsuccessful, consult the Programming and Troubleshooting Guide on the Obsidian page at www.kwikset.com.

7. Add user codes (30 max)

It is recommended that you add and delete all user codes through your smart home control system. If your system does not allow this, codes may be added directly to the lock as shown here.

Programming Timeout: During programming, if the screen is not pressed for 20 seconds, the system will time out (indicated by three beeps and the "X" pattern flashing three times), and you will need to restart the procedure.

7.A Preparation

Make sure the door is open. Press the Program button once.

7.B Press Checkmark Symbol

Press the checkmark symbol (✔️) once.

7.C Enter User Code

Enter user code. A total of 30 user codes may be programmed. Each user code must be a unique code between 4 and 8 digits, depending on your smart home system.

Diagram shows a keypad with numbers and symbols, illustrating where to enter a user code.

7.D Press Lock Symbol

Press the lock symbol (?) once.

7.E Programming Results

What digits and sounds did the lock produce?

• Checkmark symbol (✔️) with one beep (1x): Programming was successful.
• "X" pattern (❌) with three beeps (3x): Programming was unsuccessful. Make sure the user code is not a duplicate and that it is between 4 and 8 digits during your next attempt. Make sure the lock has room for an additional code. If all user code positions are filled, delete a code to make room for this one.

*Beeping sound will only be heard if switch #3 (on the lock interior) is in the on position. See "Switches and Status LED Colors" on page 4.

Diagrams show the success indicator (checkmark and beep) and failure indicator (X pattern and beeps).

Mastercode: For enhanced security, a mastercode may be used when adding and deleting user codes. For more information about the mastercode, download the Programming and Troubleshooting Guide on the Obsidian page at www.kwikset.com.

8. Test the lock (review normal operation)

Confirm that the code(s) added in the previous step can unlock the door.

Activating the Screen

Choose one of the following methods to activate the screen:

• Option 1: Touch screen with palm or back of hand until digits illuminate.
• Option 2: Touch lower left area of screen (where checkmark is located) until digits illuminate.
• Option 3: Touch screen with three or more fingers until digits illuminate.

Diagrams illustrate the three methods for activating the touchscreen.

Locking the Door

1. Activate the screen.
2. Press the Lock symbol (?).

Note: If no user codes are programmed, the door cannot be locked via touchscreen.

Unlocking the Door

1. Activate the screen.
2. If SecureScreen is enabled, touch the random digits that appear.
3. Enter user code.

If you press the wrong digit while entering a user code, you can press the Lock symbol (?) once to clear the digits entered previously and immediately restart the code entry process.

Diagram shows the sequence for unlocking the door, including entering the user code.

SecureScreen™

SecureScreen is an added-security feature that displays random digits before you enter a user code to unlock the door. This feature ensures that there are fingerprints on all digits so that codes cannot be identified by examining the touchscreen for fingerprints. If desired, this feature can be disabled by turning switch #4 to the off position. See "Switches and Status LED Colors" on page 4.

9. Install the interior cover

Important Information about the interior cover

The window on the interior cover is locked by default to prevent someone from tampering with your lock's settings. If you wish to unlock the window, you can slide it up for more convenient access to the programming buttons while the cover is installed. To unlock the window, remove the security screw.

Diagram shows the interior cover with the window and the location of the security screw.

Cover Installation

9.a Install cover: Note: You may need to rotate the turnpiece to align with the turnpiece shaft.

Diagram shows the interior cover being installed, aligning the turnpiece.

9.b Install screws: Secure the cover with screws (U).

Diagram shows screws (U) being used to attach the interior cover.

Note: The interior cover and screws must be removed for battery pack access.

Reference Guide

Obsidian at a Glance

Exterior: Touchscreen, Checkmark symbol (✔️), Lock symbol (?), Emergency Power 9 Volt Port.

Interior (cover removed): Back panel, Button "A", Button "B", Program button, Status LED, Turnpiece shaft.

Note: When the cover is removed, the turnpiece shaft can be used to manually lock and unlock the door.

Diagrams label the exterior and interior components of the lock.

System Alerts

*Beeping sound will only be heard if switch #3 is on.

Switches and Status LED Colors

Switches

Status LED

Diagrams show the switch panel and the Status LED with its color indicators.

Manual Door Handing

If needed, the door handing process can be initiated manually. This is useful if the lock is being moved to a different door.

1. Remove battery pack.
2. Press and HOLD the Program button while reinserting the battery pack. Release button once battery pack is installed. The status LED will flash red and green.
3. Press the Program button once more. The status LED will flash green and red several times.
4. The latch bolt will extend and retract to learn the orientation of the door.

Success (✅): If the touchscreen indicates a success.

Failure (❌): If the touchscreen indicates a failure, see the online Programming and Troubleshooting Guide or call Technical Support.

Diagrams illustrate the steps for manual door handing, including button presses and LED feedback.

Deleting a single user code

Note: All codes may be deleted at once if the mastercode is enabled. For more information about the mastercode, consult the online Programming and Troubleshooting Guide.

1. Keep door open. Press Program button once.
2. Press Checkmark symbol (✔️) once.
3. Press Lock symbol (?) once.
4. Enter user code to be deleted.
5. Press Lock symbol (?) once.
6. Re-enter user code.
7. Press Lock symbol (?) once.

If unsuccessful: Make sure to enter the same valid code in steps 4 and 6. Test code: While the door is open, test the user code to make sure it no longer unlocks the door.

If the screen is not pressed for 20 seconds, the system will time out, and you will need to restart the procedure.

Diagram shows the sequence of button presses and code entry for deleting a user code.

Factory Reset

A factory reset will delete all codes associated with the lock, and it will remove it from your smart home system.

1. Remove battery pack.
2. Press and HOLD the Program button while reinserting the battery pack. Keep holding the button for 30 seconds until the lock beeps and the status LED flashes red.
3. Press the Program button once more. The status LED will flash green and red several times.
4. After a few seconds, the lock will initiate the door handing process, and the latch bolt will extend and retract to learn the orientation of the door.

Diagram shows the steps for performing a factory reset, including button presses and LED feedback.

Low Battery

If the 4 AA batteries are too low to operate the lock, use a 9-Volt Alkaline battery to temporarily power the touchscreen. Make sure both terminals on the 9-Volt battery touch the terminals at the bottom of the touchscreen. Hold the 9-Volt in place while entering your user code to unlock the door. Continue holding the 9-Volt in position until the Checkmark symbol (✔️) illuminates and the door unlocks.

Note: If you remove the battery before the Checkmark symbol illuminates, you will need to re-enter your user code.

Diagram shows how to connect a 9V battery to the terminals at the bottom of the touchscreen.

Network Information

Removing the lock from the network

Follow your smart home system's instructions to remove the lock from the network. When prompted by the system, press button "A" on the lock interior once.

Z-Wave System Notes

This product is a security enabled Z-wave Plus product and must be used with a Security Enabled Z-Wave controller to be fully utilized. Z-Wave is a "Wireless mesh network," and results may vary based on building construction and communication path. To assure interoperability, each Z-Wave product must pass a stringent conformance test to assure that it meets the Z-Wave standard for complete compliance with all other devices and controls. The Z-Wave identity mark assures consumers, integrators, dealers and manufacturers that their products will reliably perform with any other Z-Wave device. And, regardless of the vendor, always powered nodes may act as a repeater for Kwikset/Weiser/Baldwin products. Z-Wave Configuration and Association Parameters are available on the Obsidian page at www.kwikset.com.

Important Safeguards

1. Read all instructions in their entirety.
2. Familiarize yourself with all warning and caution statements.
3. Remind all family members of safety precautions.
4. Protect your user codes and mastercode.
5. Dispose of used batteries according to local laws and regulations.

CAUTION: Prevent unauthorized entry. Since anyone with access to the back panel can change the user codes, you must restrict access to the back panel and routinely check the user codes to ensure they have not been altered without your knowledge. The use of a mastercode can help protect your system's settings.

WARNING: This Manufacturer advises that no lock can provide complete security by itself. This lock may be defeated by forcible or technical means, or evaded by entry elsewhere on the property. No lock can substitute for caution, awareness of your environment, and common sense. Builder's hardware is available in multiple performance grades to suit the application. In order to enhance security and reduce risk, you should consult a qualified locksmith or other security professional.

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