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Abode Lock Setup

Pairing and using your Abode Smart Lock

Written by Cath Smith
Updated over a week ago

The Abode Lock is a smart deadbolt that you can control from the Abode app, automate with CUE, and operate with Amazon Alexa or Google Home. It works as a standalone device or paired with an existing Abode Hub. The lock includes a wireless keypad with fingerprint support so family members can enter without needing a phone or PIN.

Before you pair

The direction your deadbolt turns to lock determines how you must position the thumb lever before pairing. Get this right first to avoid having to reset and re-pair.

Door side

What to do before pairing

Left side mounted (deadbolt turns counter-clockwise to lock)

Turn the thumb lever fully to the LEFT (counter-clockwise) before pairing

Right side mounted (deadbolt turns clockwise to lock)

Turn the thumb lever fully to the RIGHT (clockwise) before pairing

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NOTE

If you pair with the thumb lever in the wrong position, the lock will turn the wrong way in the app. Remove the lock from the app, factory reset it, set the lever to the correct position, then re-pair.

Removing the front cover

You need to remove the front cover to insert the battery. Squeeze both sides of the front cover and push on the thumb lever. The cover will release from the lock body. It fits back on easily when you are ready.

Pairing as a standalone device (no Hub)

1. Charge the lock battery fully using a USB-C cable. The battery light turns solid blue when fully charged.

2. Download the Abode app and create a new account.

3. After verifying your account, select I have another device, then select Abode Lock.

4. Follow the in-app prompts to complete pairing.

Pairing to an existing Abode system

1. Charge the lock battery fully using a USB-C cable.

2. Open the Abode app and log in to your account.

3. Go to the Devices tab and tap the + button, then tap Add Device.

4. Tap Security Add-Ons, then select Abode Lock.

5. Follow the in-app prompts to complete pairing.

Parts overview

Part

What it does

1. Lock body: Battery

Rechargeable 4000mAh lithium battery. Charge via USB-C.

2. Lock body: Reset button

Used for factory reset. Hold for 5 to 6 seconds.

3. Lock body: LED

Shows lock status and battery charge state

4. Lock body: Thumb lever

Turn to lock or unlock manually. Position before pairing determines rotation direction in app.

1. Keypad: Fingerprint scanner

Stores up to 5 fingerprints per user, up to 10 users

2. Keypad: LED

Shows pairing mode, PIN and fingerprint accept or reject

3. Keypad Mounting Plate

Connects the Keypad to the wall

4. Keypad: Battery compartment

Holds keypad batteries

5. Mounting Screw

Secures the Keypad to the Mounting Plate

Lock Body:

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Keypad:

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Extras:

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Part

What it does

1. Mounting Plate

Allow the Lock body to be mounted on the door

2. Mounting Screws

Connected the Lock body to the mounting plate

3. Lock Adaptor Fittings

Connected the Lock to the Deadbolt tail piece

4. Keypad Mounting Screws and Plugs

For mounting the Keypad mounting plate

5. Keypad Mounting adhesive

Alternate mounting option for Keypad

6. Lock Stabilising Tape

For securing Deadbolt when installing

Lock and LED status lights

Light

What it means

Battery: Solid red

Battery is charging

Battery: Solid blue

Battery is fully charged

Lock: Single green flash

Lock activity (locked or unlocked)

Lock: Double red flash

Error detected (lock may be jammed)

Lock: Green flash, solid red, off sequence

Lock reset in progress. Lock will move to locked position on completion.

Keypad: Steady green flash

Keypad is in discovery mode (adding fingerprints or pairing)

Keypad: Single green flash

PIN or fingerprint accepted

Keypad: Double red flash

PIN or fingerprint rejected

Using your Abode Lock

Locking the lock

• Lock from the Abode app with a single tap

• Lock via a CUE automation

• Lock manually by holding down any single numeric keypad button for approximately 5 seconds

• Lock with a key

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NOTE

Your PIN and fingerprint will only unlock the lock, not lock it.

Auto Lock

The Auto Lock feature automatically locks the door after a set time. You can enable it and adjust the delay (10 seconds to 30 minutes) in the lock device settings in the Abode app.

Managing users, PINs, and fingerprints

Up to 10 users can be added to each lock. Each user can be set as a Permanent User, One-Time User, or Scheduled User. Each user can have an individual PIN and up to 5 stored fingerprints.

• Go to the lock device settings in the Abode app and tap Access Control to add or manage users

• Fingerprints are stored on the keypad. If the keypad is replaced or re-paired, all users, PINs, and fingerprints must be set up again

• Lock users do not need the Abode app installed — useful for family members without smartphones

TIP

Both the account holder and the user need to be present to set up fingerprint access, as the account holder must authorize it and the user must scan their fingerprint on the keypad.


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