Open the lock with the factory set 0 0 0 0 or the previously set combination.
Master lock 175 reset combination without key.
I ended up buying a new masterlock 175 for a fence i am aware that they can be.
Insert the special key into the keyhole in the side of the master lock 175 combination lock and push the key all the way in.
175 and 176 to reset the 175 and 176 you will go through the same process using the k175 reset tool.
This lock is preset at the factory to operate at 0 0 0 0.
I have had a masterlock 175 for years.
Insert reset tool enclosed in package in the hole on side of lock.
Step 3 turn the key 90 degrees in either direction.
The lock must be set to the current combination or you cannot reset it.
By eyes only fri feb 11 2011 9 22 pm.
To reset the 175 and 176 you will go through the same process using the k175 reset tool.
I can open it but i lost the rest key that these things come with.
If the lock is not going to used again then simply cutting its shackle with bolt cutter will work.
If a lock is a puzzle then its key is the complete picture.
Turn shackle counterclockwise 90 degree 1 4 turn continue pressing shackle down and turn another 90 degree 1 4 turn set the dials to your own combination.
By oatmealer sun apr 03 2016 4 06 pm.
Masterlock 175 lost reset key.
I have a master 175 padlock that i need to reset the combination too.
Push reset tool in and turn 90 degrees in either direction.
With dials at 0 0 0 0 pull out the shackle.
Is there a way to do this without the key.
Several blows from a ball peen or small sledge hammer will wrench the shackle loose internally and force the lock to open.
I want to change the combination it s always been my lock and i do have the correct combination to open it but i do not have the reset key anymore.
Resetting a master 175 combo lock.
The master lock 175 and 176 are nearly identical.
The main benefit from purchasing a 176 is that it has a control key override just in case you don t have the combination.
Therefore master lock does not have record of the combination that the owner set.
Resetting master lock no.
