August Smart Lock Pro - Kwikset Insert

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## Overview: This part serves as an adapter for Kwikset Deadbolt Latches to be used with August Smart Lock Pro devices. ## Purpose: The creation of this adapter was prompted by the fact that the original adapter was not designed for use on left-handed doors equipped with Kwikset Deadbolt latches. The rotation of the deadbolt is characterized by a circular bit facing upwards when locked, and a circular bit facing left when unlocked. In contrast, the August adapter positions each orientation 90°/270° out of phase. Two adapters are provided, one printed and used by the author, which is a 90° out of phase adapter. Users will need to determine which adapter works best for their specific setup, as it may vary depending on door handedness. Initially, the author believed that the August Pro was shipped with an adapter specifically designed for Kwikset locks installed on right-handed doors only. This assumption proved incorrect. To accommodate left-handed doors, users can manually rotate the lock by holding the back piece and rotating the front counterclockwise to move the internal mechanism to the unlocked position. This manual rotation method is not mentioned in the installation documentation as of October 2018, but was instead discovered after contacting August support. The author has posted the parts, including the original factory piece, for anyone who may need a replacement or find them useful. Comments are encouraged regarding concerns about using the adapter, and modifications will be made if necessary to ensure its safe and effective use.