Nest × Yale lock installation and setup

Remove the current lock and strike plate if you have one already installed on the door. You may need a different screwdriver or wrench to fit your lock's hardware.

Re-drill the lock holes if needed.

If your lock hole's centre isn't either 6 or 7 cm (2 ⅜ or 2 ¾ inches) from the edge of the door, you'll need to re-drill them in the correct place.

Use a 6 cm (2 ⅜ inch) spade drill bit and the template from the installation manual to reposition the holes. You may also need a chisel to reposition the cutout for the latch plate.

Don’t want to install it yourself? Contact our installation partner, OnTech, to help you check your system’s compatibility, install, and set up your Nest products.

Keep your old lock handy.

The Nest × Yale lock works with most standard doors. However, if there's an issue, you can simply reinstall your old lock and get installation help. Make an appointment with our installation partner OnTech to have a trained pro come to your home to install and set up your Nest products.

1. Before you put the deadbolt in your door, adjust its length to fit your door and make sure that the deadbolt is retracted.
2. Press to fit the deadbolt into the door as shown. Then, use two of the included screws to secure it.

Important: If you're using a drill, use a low torque setting to avoid stripping the screw threads.

Important: You must install the new strike plate included with your lock, even if it looks the same as your current one. If you do not, your lock may jam.

Remove your current strike plate and install the included strike plate in your door frame.

Make sure that the hole in the plate lines up with the lock's deadbolt before you install it. If not, adjust the cutout for the plate with a chisel.

Note: You can use either the short screws for easier installation with a screwdriver or the long screws for extra security.

Important: Double-check that the deadbolt is fully retracted and that the latch hole is horizontal before you continue.

1. Run the cable through the lock hole.
2. Press to fit the keypad into the hole. It should hold itself in place.

1. Pull the mounting plate off the back of the lock.

2. Insert the included key into the hole at the top of the lock and press down. Pull the battery cover straight off.

Tip: You can use a drawing pin instead of the key.

3. Run the lock's cable through the hole in the mounting plate and press the mounting plate pins through the holes in the deadbolt.

4. Use the bolts that are the right length for your door to secure the mounting plate.

5. Before you fully tighten them, make sure that the keypad and plate are square to the door. You can use a spirit level if needed.

1. Plug the cable into the connector on the lock. It can only be plugged in one way. Look for a small tab to align it correctly. Then, route the cable behind the cable hooks to hold it in place.

Important: Make sure that the lock's thumb turn is pointed vertically and the deadbolt is fully retracted before you attach the lock to the plate.

2. Guide the spindle through the hole and hook the lock onto the bottom of the mounting plate. Press the lock firmly onto the plate. It should snap into place.

3. Use the two small black bolts to screw your lock into the mounting plate. You can find the holes for the bolts in the battery compartment of your lock.

Test that your lock works with the door both open and closed.

1. With the door open:

• Turn the thumb turn and make sure that the deadbolt fully extends.
• Turn the thumb turn so that the deadbolt is retracted.

2. With the door closed:

• Turn the thumb turn to lock the door.

If you feel resistance or the deadbolt doesn't extend fully, remove the lock and re-check the deadbolt and lock installation.

1. Close the door before you install the batteries.
   • Important: Keep the door unlocked while you install the batteries. If the door is locked, your lock might not test and calibrate itself to your door properly.
2. Insert the included AA batteries into the battery compartment. The lock should turn on and play the Nest greeting.
3. Don't put on the battery cover yet. The Nest app requires you to scan the code in the battery compartment when you connect.

Note: If your lock does not successfully calibrate, reset it to default, and follow the steps to continue setup.

1. To wake your lock, touch your palm to the keypad or press the Yale logo.
2. The lock should tell you how to create a temporary passcode for your lock before you connect it to the Nest app.

Note: Once you've connected your lock to the Nest app, you'll create a new password for your lock. After that, you won't need this password anymore.

The lock should ask you to close the door so that it can calibrate itself. If the lock detects an issue (such as a jam), it should automatically unlock.