Carbine CEL-3IN1 Digital Lever Lock with RFID and Key Override - Satin Nickel Kit with Batteries
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The Carbine CEL-3IN1 Digital Lever Lock (CEL-3IN1-SL8-SNKIT) is a three-credential digital lever lock providing touchscreen PIN code, RFID/NFC access, and mechanical key override. It fits into a standard 54mm lockset hole with no additional drilling, suits door thicknesses of 35-51mm, and includes a 60-70mm adjustable tubular latch. This kit includes 4 x AA Duracell Procell batteries.
The lock accepts PIN codes (4-8 digits), RFID cards, FOBs, wristbands, and most Mifare 13.56MHz NFC-enabled smartphones. Up to 25 user codes and 25 RFID credentials are stored locally in the lock - no hub, gateway, or internet connection required for any access function. A guiding code feature allows false digits to be entered before the real PIN to prevent shoulder surfing. Double authorisation mode (card plus code simultaneously) is also supported.
The CEL-3IN1 leverset is fire rated on E-Core and Pyropanel Maxi Pandor door assemblies (both at FRL -/60/30) and is fitted with an NCC-compliant SL8-style lever. A Matte Black variant (CEL-3IN1-SL8MBKIT) is also available. For an upgraded model with 100-credential capacity and Firecore fire certification, see the Carbine CEL2-3IN1-SL8SNKIT.
Estimated Dispatch
Usually ships same day if ordered before 11am AEST (excludes weekends and Queensland public holidays).
Usually ships same day if ordered before 11am AEST (excludes weekends and Queensland public holidays).
Fire Rated - AS1530.4:2014 (Leverset Only) - FRL -/60/30
The CEL-3IN1-SL8 leverset is certified for use on two door core types, both at FRL -/60/30 (60 minutes integrity, 30 minutes insulation):
- E-Core doorsets - Jensen Hughes Report FAS220275 (formerly Warringtonfire), valid to 30/11/2027
- Pyropanel Maxi Pandor doorsets - Warringtonfire Report FRT220272, valid to 28/09/2028, covering nominally 48mm single and double leaf Pandor doorsets
Both assessments cover the leverset fitted with its tubular latch at a 70mm backset in the doorset configurations tested - fitting it outside that configuration puts the installation outside the certificate.
Fire certification is door-core-specific - always confirm your exact door core type before specifying. The deadbolt variant is not fire rated. See: Fire door types & certification · Fire rating certificates · Buyers Guide Ch05: Fire Door Smart Locks
The CEL-3IN1-SL8 leverset is certified for use on two door core types, both at FRL -/60/30 (60 minutes integrity, 30 minutes insulation):
- E-Core doorsets - Jensen Hughes Report FAS220275 (formerly Warringtonfire), valid to 30/11/2027
- Pyropanel Maxi Pandor doorsets - Warringtonfire Report FRT220272, valid to 28/09/2028, covering nominally 48mm single and double leaf Pandor doorsets
Both assessments cover the leverset fitted with its tubular latch at a 70mm backset in the doorset configurations tested - fitting it outside that configuration puts the installation outside the certificate.
Fire certification is door-core-specific - always confirm your exact door core type before specifying. The deadbolt variant is not fire rated. See: Fire door types & certification · Fire rating certificates · Buyers Guide Ch05: Fire Door Smart Locks
Available Finish Options
Satin Nickel
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CEL-3IN1-SL8-SNKIT
Finish selection does not affect functionality, compliance, or performance.
Key Features
- Three access methods: touchscreen PIN code, RFID/NFC credential, and mechanical key override - all validated locally with no internet required. See: Buyers Guide Ch03: RFID access explained · PIN access explained
- Stores 1 programming code, up to 25 user PIN codes, and up to 25 RFID credentials.
- Works with RFID cards, FOBs, wristbands, stickers, and most Mifare 13.56MHz NFC-enabled smartphones.
- Guiding code support - enter additional false digits before your real PIN to prevent code identification from wear patterns or shoulder surfing.
- Double authorisation mode requires card and PIN code simultaneously for higher-security applications.
- PIN codes from 4 to 8 digits; 4 additional single-use access codes (4 digits each).
- Vacation mode disables all user credentials without deleting them.
- Passage mode holds the latch retracted (hold SET for 1 second).
- Auto-lock timer configurable from 5 to 99 seconds (default: off).
- Fire rated on E-Core and Pyropanel Maxi Pandor fire door assemblies to AS1530.4:2014 - FRL -/60/30 on both core types (leverset only, not deadbolt).
- IP54 rated - suitable for sheltered outdoor positions with occasional water splash; not suitable for fully exposed or rain-facing positions.
- NCC-compliant SL8-style lever.
- Fits standard 54mm lockset hole with no additional drilling required.
- Suits door thicknesses of 35-51mm; backset 60-70mm adjustable.
- C4 keyway, 6-pin PD-style cylinder, supplied keyed to a 5-pin key - see how key override works.
- Low battery warning with visual and audible indicators before full depletion - see battery questions answered.
- Volume control for keypad sounds (on/off).
- Touchscreen locks out after four incorrect code entries, so the keypad cannot be worked through combination by combination; RFID credentials and the mechanical key still work while the keypad is disabled.
- Factory reset returns the programming code to its 12345678 default and clears stored user credentials, so every code and card is re-enrolled afterwards.
Access Methods
Face Recognition
Palm Recognition
Suitable Uses
- Residential entry and internal doors requiring keypad and RFID credential access
- Short-stay and Airbnb rental properties - issue unique codes to each guest for their stay, delete at checkout, no key handover needed. See: Airbnb smart locks in Australia - do you really need WiFi? and Buyers Guide Ch07: Airbnb & Short-Stay Rentals
- Small to medium business access control - staff codes, contractor and tradie access, cleaning crew credentials
- E-Core fire-rated door assemblies (leverset variant, FRL -/60/30, Jensen Hughes FAS220275). See: Buyers Guide Ch05: Fire door core types · strata checklist
- Aluminium pedestrian gates and aluminium-framed doors - 35-51mm door thickness. Note: always check clearance between the main door and any adjacent screen. See: Ch02: Screen door clearance
- Internal access control on commercial and community facility doors
- Properties requiring NCC-compliant lever hardware
Not sure if this lock suits your door type? See Buyers Guide Ch02: Measuring Your Door for a full door-type matrix, or the Ch04 compatibility matrix. Browse the whole range in all smart locks.
What's in the Box
- 1 x exterior electronic module with touchscreen keypad and SL8 Satin Nickel lever
- 1 x interior module with SL8 Satin Nickel lever
- 1 x tubular latch (60-70mm adjustable backset)
- 2 x RFID key cards
- 2 x mechanical keys (C4 keyway)
- 4 x AA Duracell Procell batteries
- 1 x installation guide
- 1 x installation template
- Fixing screws and hardware
RFID and NFC Compatibility
The CEL-3IN1 operates on 13.56MHz Mifare NFC. It is compatible with RFID cards, FOBs, wristbands, and stickers. Most NFC-enabled Android phones with Mifare support will also work, however compatibility varies by phone manufacturer and model. We strongly recommend testing your specific phone before installation. If your phone is not compatible, Mifare RFID stickers are available to adhere to the back of your device and function as a physical credential.
Any MIFARE credential to ISO14443 Type A at 13.56MHz will read, which includes many MIFARE cards a building already issues and Australian transport cards such as the Brisbane TransLink Go card (a MIFARE Classic 1K). Contactless bank cards do not work - payWave and PayPass use the EMV Type B standard, which this reader does not read. Carbine sets the full list out in the CEL RFID Application List (PDF). See also: Buyers Guide Ch03: RFID access methods · RFID fobs, tags and cards
The CEL-3IN1 operates on 13.56MHz Mifare NFC. It is compatible with RFID cards, FOBs, wristbands, and stickers. Most NFC-enabled Android phones with Mifare support will also work, however compatibility varies by phone manufacturer and model. We strongly recommend testing your specific phone before installation. If your phone is not compatible, Mifare RFID stickers are available to adhere to the back of your device and function as a physical credential.
Any MIFARE credential to ISO14443 Type A at 13.56MHz will read, which includes many MIFARE cards a building already issues and Australian transport cards such as the Brisbane TransLink Go card (a MIFARE Classic 1K). Contactless bank cards do not work - payWave and PayPass use the EMV Type B standard, which this reader does not read. Carbine sets the full list out in the CEL RFID Application List (PDF). See also: Buyers Guide Ch03: RFID access methods · RFID fobs, tags and cards
Carbine CEL / CEL2 / CDL - Complete Product Family
CEL2-BT deadbolt variant: RFID is not compatible - Bluetooth and PIN only. CDL2 models use a membrane keypad (not touchscreen) and do not support RFID. All KIT numbers include batteries. For a full model comparison see: Carbine CEL & CDL Digital Lock Range - Complete Buyer's Guide
Full Specifications
Dimensions
Manufacturer dimensional drawing for the Carbine CEL-3IN1-SL8. Exterior: 159.5mm H x 73mm W x 28mm D. Interior: 72.9mm W. Backset 60-70mm adjustable. Door thickness 35-51mm. Latch throw 12mm.
Battery, Power & Backup Access
- Powered by 4 x AA alkaline batteries. Duracell Procell batteries are recommended - do not use lithium or rechargeable (NiMH) batteries.
- Battery life is approximately 5,000 openings. Actual life depends on usage frequency, ambient temperature, and battery brand. High-use properties (Airbnb, small business) will see faster battery turnover than low-traffic residential doors.
- Low battery warning is provided via LED and audible indicators before full depletion - typically with several days of continued use remaining.
- Mechanical key override provides physical backup entry at all times using the included C4 cylinder keys - always keep a key stored securely off-site.
- This KIT version includes batteries. Non-KIT variants (CEL-3IN1-SL8SN / CEL-3IN1-SL8MB) do not include batteries.
- Mechanical override aside, nothing on this lock depends on the internet, a hub or mains power - see smart versus connected locks.
Related: How long do digital door locks last? - lifespan, installation quality, and Queensland conditions · what actually shortens battery life · getting in when the battery dies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the CEL-3IN1 and the CEL2-3IN1?
The CEL2 is the next generation of the CEL-3IN1. It uses the same physical footprint and fits the same 54mm hole, but includes an improved touchscreen and motor, a lower-profile escutcheon, and expanded credential capacity of 100 user codes or RFID connections (up from 25 on the CEL-3IN1). The CEL2-3IN1 leverset also carries Firecore certification allowing up to -/120/30 on TVC40 doorsets. Retrofit plates are available for replacing CEL-3IN1 installations with CEL2 without re-drilling the door. See: Carbine CEL & CDL Buyer's Guide - CEL-3IN1 models
The CEL2 is the next generation of the CEL-3IN1. It uses the same physical footprint and fits the same 54mm hole, but includes an improved touchscreen and motor, a lower-profile escutcheon, and expanded credential capacity of 100 user codes or RFID connections (up from 25 on the CEL-3IN1). The CEL2-3IN1 leverset also carries Firecore certification allowing up to -/120/30 on TVC40 doorsets. Retrofit plates are available for replacing CEL-3IN1 installations with CEL2 without re-drilling the door. See: Carbine CEL & CDL Buyer's Guide - CEL-3IN1 models
Will my smartphone work with the RFID function?
The lock uses 13.56MHz Mifare NFC. Most modern Android phones with NFC enabled will work when held near the reader. iPhone compatibility is more limited due to iOS background NFC reading constraints depending on the iOS version. We strongly recommend testing your specific phone model before purchasing or installing. If your phone is not compatible, Mifare RFID stickers are available that adhere to the back of your device and function as a physical credential - this is the most reliable fallback solution. See: Buyers Guide Ch03: RFID access methods
The lock uses 13.56MHz Mifare NFC. Most modern Android phones with NFC enabled will work when held near the reader. iPhone compatibility is more limited due to iOS background NFC reading constraints depending on the iOS version. We strongly recommend testing your specific phone model before purchasing or installing. If your phone is not compatible, Mifare RFID stickers are available that adhere to the back of your device and function as a physical credential - this is the most reliable fallback solution. See: Buyers Guide Ch03: RFID access methods
Is this lock suitable for fire-rated doors?
Yes - the leverset variant is certified for use on E-Core fire door assemblies to AS1530.4:2014, FRL -/60/30 (Jensen Hughes Report FAS220275, valid to 30/11/2027). The deadbolt variant is not fire rated. A fire door is a certified system - the lock certification must match the specific core type of the door it is fitted to. This lock is certified for E-Core and Pyropanel Maxi Pandor doorsets; if your door is Firecore, confirm compatibility before specifying. If you live in a Gold Coast apartment, your entry door is most likely a fire door - see our guide: What locks are compliant on Gold Coast apartment fire doors? Professional installation is required on all fire door applications. See also: Fire door types and smart lock certification · Fire rating certificates · Buyers Guide Ch05: Fire door core types
Yes - the leverset variant is certified for use on E-Core fire door assemblies to AS1530.4:2014, FRL -/60/30 (Jensen Hughes Report FAS220275, valid to 30/11/2027). The deadbolt variant is not fire rated. A fire door is a certified system - the lock certification must match the specific core type of the door it is fitted to. This lock is certified for E-Core and Pyropanel Maxi Pandor doorsets; if your door is Firecore, confirm compatibility before specifying. If you live in a Gold Coast apartment, your entry door is most likely a fire door - see our guide: What locks are compliant on Gold Coast apartment fire doors? Professional installation is required on all fire door applications. See also: Fire door types and smart lock certification · Fire rating certificates · Buyers Guide Ch05: Fire door core types
Can I use this lock with a 127mm backset latch?
No. The CEL-3IN1 is compatible with 60-70mm adjustable backset only. It cannot accommodate a 127mm latch. If your door currently has a 127mm latch, the latch will need to be changed to a 60 or 70mm unit before the CEL-3IN1 can be fitted. See: How to measure your lock backset - standard sizes and Buyers Guide Ch02: Backset for full guidance before ordering. Replacement latches are in tubular latches and bolts.
No. The CEL-3IN1 is compatible with 60-70mm adjustable backset only. It cannot accommodate a 127mm latch. If your door currently has a 127mm latch, the latch will need to be changed to a 60 or 70mm unit before the CEL-3IN1 can be fitted. See: How to measure your lock backset - standard sizes and Buyers Guide Ch02: Backset for full guidance before ordering. Replacement latches are in tubular latches and bolts.
What batteries should I use and how long do they last?
The manufacturer specifies 4 x AA Duracell Procell batteries, or equivalent good-quality alkaline batteries. Do not use lithium or rechargeable (NiMH) batteries - these can cause erratic operation or damage to the electronics. Battery life is approximately 5,000 openings, though this varies with usage frequency, ambient temperature, and battery brand. For a realistic lifespan guide in Australian conditions, see: How long do digital door locks last?
The manufacturer specifies 4 x AA Duracell Procell batteries, or equivalent good-quality alkaline batteries. Do not use lithium or rechargeable (NiMH) batteries - these can cause erratic operation or damage to the electronics. Battery life is approximately 5,000 openings, though this varies with usage frequency, ambient temperature, and battery brand. For a realistic lifespan guide in Australian conditions, see: How long do digital door locks last?
Can I add a deadbolt to my door as well?
On a standard residential door: yes, provided the door prep allows a second hole without compromising the door. On a fire-rated door: no. Fire door standards (AS1905.1) permit only one locking penetration - a second deadbolt bores a 54mm hole which exceeds the maximum secondary penetration allowance, voids the fire door certification, and prevents the door from self-latching correctly. See: Secondary locks and the one-penetration principle on apartment fire doors · upgrading the primary lock instead
On a standard residential door: yes, provided the door prep allows a second hole without compromising the door. On a fire-rated door: no. Fire door standards (AS1905.1) permit only one locking penetration - a second deadbolt bores a 54mm hole which exceeds the maximum secondary penetration allowance, voids the fire door certification, and prevents the door from self-latching correctly. See: Secondary locks and the one-penetration principle on apartment fire doors · upgrading the primary lock instead
Is professional installation required?
On a standard timber door where the existing 54mm hole and backset match, DIY installation is possible by following the included installation guide carefully. However, professional installation is required on fire-rated doors (legal requirement) and strongly recommended on aluminium-framed doors and security screen configurations where door prep, clearance, and spindle adjustment require trade experience. Terry's Locksmiths can supply and install this lock across the Gold Coast. See: Buyers Guide Ch12: Installation & Troubleshooting · book a free site survey
On a standard timber door where the existing 54mm hole and backset match, DIY installation is possible by following the included installation guide carefully. However, professional installation is required on fire-rated doors (legal requirement) and strongly recommended on aluminium-framed doors and security screen configurations where door prep, clearance, and spindle adjustment require trade experience. Terry's Locksmiths can supply and install this lock across the Gold Coast. See: Buyers Guide Ch12: Installation & Troubleshooting · book a free site survey
Additional Information
Guiding Code Function:
The guiding code feature allows random digits to be entered before or after the real PIN code. The lock ignores the extra digits and unlocks when the correct sequence is detected within the string. This prevents observers identifying the correct code through shoulder surfing, and masks wear patterns on frequently pressed keypad digits. The anti-peep PIN function is explained further in Buyers Guide Ch03: PIN access methods.
The guiding code feature allows random digits to be entered before or after the real PIN code. The lock ignores the extra digits and unlocks when the correct sequence is detected within the string. This prevents observers identifying the correct code through shoulder surfing, and masks wear patterns on frequently pressed keypad digits. The anti-peep PIN function is explained further in Buyers Guide Ch03: PIN access methods.
IP54 Rating - What It Covers and What It Doesn't:
IP54 means the exterior escutcheon is tested for dust protection and water spray resistance from any direction. This is suitable for sheltered entry positions where the door is not directly facing rain - for example, a covered entry or undercover porch. IP54 is not suitable for fully exposed gate positions or any door facing directly into weather. For those applications, look for IP65 or IP66. Critically, IP ratings do not cover UV degradation, salt air corrosion, or sustained heat - all significant factors in coastal Queensland. Confirm suitability for your specific location before purchasing. Full IP rating guide: Australian smart lock standards - IP ratings table · corrosion grading · coastal environments on the Gold Coast
IP54 means the exterior escutcheon is tested for dust protection and water spray resistance from any direction. This is suitable for sheltered entry positions where the door is not directly facing rain - for example, a covered entry or undercover porch. IP54 is not suitable for fully exposed gate positions or any door facing directly into weather. For those applications, look for IP65 or IP66. Critically, IP ratings do not cover UV degradation, salt air corrosion, or sustained heat - all significant factors in coastal Queensland. Confirm suitability for your specific location before purchasing. Full IP rating guide: Australian smart lock standards - IP ratings table · corrosion grading · coastal environments on the Gold Coast
Short-Stay and Airbnb Use:
The CEL-3IN1 is well suited to short-stay rental properties. Issue a unique PIN code to each guest for their stay and delete it at checkout - no key handover, no lockbox, no re-keying. Up to 25 separate user codes can be active simultaneously, and four single-use codes delete themselves after one entry - useful for a one-off cleaner or tradie visit. For properties running back-to-back bookings via a property management system, the CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT (Bluetooth-enabled Satin Nickel variant) adds app-based code management. Full guidance: Airbnb smart locks in Australia - do you really need WiFi? and Buyers Guide Ch07: Airbnb & Short-Stay Rentals
The CEL-3IN1 is well suited to short-stay rental properties. Issue a unique PIN code to each guest for their stay and delete it at checkout - no key handover, no lockbox, no re-keying. Up to 25 separate user codes can be active simultaneously, and four single-use codes delete themselves after one entry - useful for a one-off cleaner or tradie visit. For properties running back-to-back bookings via a property management system, the CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT (Bluetooth-enabled Satin Nickel variant) adds app-based code management. Full guidance: Airbnb smart locks in Australia - do you really need WiFi? and Buyers Guide Ch07: Airbnb & Short-Stay Rentals
Fire Door Installations - Compliance and Asbestos Risk:
The CEL-3IN1 leverset is certified for E-Core fire door assemblies. When specifying for fire door use, confirm that all other hardware in the assembly - hinges, seals, closer - is also fire rated and compatible with the certified configuration. The fire certificate covers the lock in the same door configuration as tested; modifications outside that configuration may void compliance.
If the fire door is in a Gold Coast apartment building, be aware of three asbestos risk windows that may require a pre-drilling assessment before any locksmith works on the door: pre-1990 construction, Korab/Pyrokor recall (1993-1998), and a current active alert for Pyropanel FRB board imported 2021-May 2025 (chrysotile asbestos contamination confirmed by the Australian Border Force). Terry's Locksmiths will assess asbestos risk before commencing any fire door work. See: Asbestos in Gold Coast apartment fire doors - the three risk windows · Ch11: asbestos in door cores · body corporate approval
The CEL-3IN1 leverset is certified for E-Core fire door assemblies. When specifying for fire door use, confirm that all other hardware in the assembly - hinges, seals, closer - is also fire rated and compatible with the certified configuration. The fire certificate covers the lock in the same door configuration as tested; modifications outside that configuration may void compliance.
If the fire door is in a Gold Coast apartment building, be aware of three asbestos risk windows that may require a pre-drilling assessment before any locksmith works on the door: pre-1990 construction, Korab/Pyrokor recall (1993-1998), and a current active alert for Pyropanel FRB board imported 2021-May 2025 (chrysotile asbestos contamination confirmed by the Australian Border Force). Terry's Locksmiths will assess asbestos risk before commencing any fire door work. See: Asbestos in Gold Coast apartment fire doors - the three risk windows · Ch11: asbestos in door cores · body corporate approval
Installation Quality and Lock Lifespan:
The three most common smart lock installation errors - wrong spindle position, mismatched backset, and door misalignment - all accelerate motor wear and reduce service life. A lock installed on a binding door is working harder on every operation cycle. If your door doesn't hang squarely and close smoothly without force, address that before fitting the lock. See: 3 common DIY smart lock installation mistakes and easy fixes and Buyers Guide Ch12: Installation & Troubleshooting. Terry's Locksmiths can supply and install across the Gold Coast, or recommend what fits your door.
The three most common smart lock installation errors - wrong spindle position, mismatched backset, and door misalignment - all accelerate motor wear and reduce service life. A lock installed on a binding door is working harder on every operation cycle. If your door doesn't hang squarely and close smoothly without force, address that before fitting the lock. See: 3 common DIY smart lock installation mistakes and easy fixes and Buyers Guide Ch12: Installation & Troubleshooting. Terry's Locksmiths can supply and install across the Gold Coast, or recommend what fits your door.
Credential Capacity Note:
The lock stores up to 25 RFID credentials and 25 user PIN codes as separate pools, plus 1 programming code and 4 single-use codes. The programming code is for lock configuration only and cannot be used as a regular access code. If 25 credentials are insufficient for your application, the CEL2-3IN1-SL8SNKIT increases this to 100 user codes or RFID connections. For a full explanation of how smart lock access methods and credential management work, see Buyers Guide Ch03: Access Methods comparison and Ch01: the authentication stack. Carbine states its capacities in the CEL-3IN1 user guide.
The lock stores up to 25 RFID credentials and 25 user PIN codes as separate pools, plus 1 programming code and 4 single-use codes. The programming code is for lock configuration only and cannot be used as a regular access code. If 25 credentials are insufficient for your application, the CEL2-3IN1-SL8SNKIT increases this to 100 user codes or RFID connections. For a full explanation of how smart lock access methods and credential management work, see Buyers Guide Ch03: Access Methods comparison and Ch01: the authentication stack. Carbine states its capacities in the CEL-3IN1 user guide.
Warranty
Warranty
Carbine products are backed by Davcor Group Pty Ltd, the Australian manufacturer and owner of the Carbine brand, distributed locally through Lock and Key Co. Warranty periods vary by product category:
Carbine products are backed by Davcor Group Pty Ltd, the Australian manufacturer and owner of the Carbine brand, distributed locally through Lock and Key Co. Warranty periods vary by product category:
- Up to 15 years - mechanical hardware, door hardware, cabinet furniture, utility and window locks
- 10 years - padlocks and mechanical digital locks
- 5 years - cylinders and keys
- 12 months - electronic and digital locks, locksmith tools and supplies
Download PDF Resources
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Electronic Leverset - Product Brochure (PDF)
Four-page overview of the CEL-3IN1 digital leverset - touch keypad, RFID card and key override entry, 25 user codes and 25 RFID cards, 35-51mm doors, 60-70mm backset, batteries and the product codes.
Four-page overview of the CEL-3IN1 digital leverset - touch keypad, RFID card and key override entry, 25 user codes and 25 RFID cards, 35-51mm doors, 60-70mm backset, batteries and the product codes.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Leverset - Specification Sheet (PDF)
One-page dimension drawing of the CEL-3IN1-SL8 leverset.
One-page dimension drawing of the CEL-3IN1-SL8 leverset.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Leverset - Installation Guide (PDF)
Two-page installation sheet in English and French - parts and screws, door preparation template (54mm bore, 60mm or 70mm backset), strike and jamb dimensions, handle direction and cable connection.
Two-page installation sheet in English and French - parts and screws, door preparation template (54mm bore, 60mm or 70mm backset), strike and jamb dimensions, handle direction and cable connection.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 - User Guide (PDF)
Two-page operating and programming guide for the CEL-3IN1 touchscreen lockset - indicators and the SET button, unlocking by user code, programming code, RFID card or key, auto-lock and passage mode, the keypad lockout after four wrong entries, and programming the 25 user codes, 25 cards and four single-use codes.
Two-page operating and programming guide for the CEL-3IN1 touchscreen lockset - indicators and the SET button, unlocking by user code, programming code, RFID card or key, auto-lock and passage mode, the keypad lockout after four wrong entries, and programming the 25 user codes, 25 cards and four single-use codes.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 - FAQ Card (PDF)
One-page card with a QR code to Carbine's troubleshooting FAQs and three common installation tips shown right and wrong - battery installation, spindle alignment and cable installation.
One-page card with a QR code to Carbine's troubleshooting FAQs and three common installation tips shown right and wrong - battery installation, spindle alignment and cable installation.
Carbine CEL-3in1 and CEL-3in1-DB - Troubleshooting FAQs (PDF)
Problem, cause and fix tables for the CEL-3in1 leverset and deadbolt - unresponsive keypad, battery and cable routing tips, overheating, a lit # key or passage mode on pre-2021 locks, motor winding, programming problems, alignment and factory reset.
Problem, cause and fix tables for the CEL-3in1 leverset and deadbolt - unresponsive keypad, battery and cable routing tips, overheating, a lit # key or passage mode on pre-2021 locks, motor winding, programming problems, alignment and factory reset.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 - Fire Certification on E-Core (FAS220275 DHAR1.8 - Jensen Hughes, 2025) (PDF)
Jensen Hughes door hardware assessment for Davcor hardware in E-core doorsets, revision DHAR1.8, issued December 2025 and valid to 30 November 2027. Table 13 lists the CEL-3IN1-SL8SN at FRL -/60/30 with a 70mm backset.
Jensen Hughes door hardware assessment for Davcor hardware in E-core doorsets, revision DHAR1.8, issued December 2025 and valid to 30 November 2027. Table 13 lists the CEL-3IN1-SL8SN at FRL -/60/30 with a 70mm backset.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 - Fire Certification on Pyropanel Maxi Pandor (FRT220272 - Warringtonfire) (PDF)
Warringtonfire assessment of the CEL-3IN1 digital door lock in Maxi Pyropanel Pandor single and double leaf doorsets (nominally 48mm) - FRL -/60/30, valid to September 2028.
Warringtonfire assessment of the CEL-3IN1 digital door lock in Maxi Pyropanel Pandor single and double leaf doorsets (nominally 48mm) - FRL -/60/30, valid to September 2028.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Leverset - Cable Replacement Instructions (PDF)
One-page, ten-step guide to replacing the cable in a CEL series leverset - removing the spindle, rose plate and touchscreen box, refitting the switch and reassembling. Note Carbine's warning in the document: removing the original label to carry out the replacement ends the warranty on the lockset.
One-page, ten-step guide to replacing the cable in a CEL series leverset - removing the spindle, rose plate and touchscreen box, refitting the switch and reassembling. Note Carbine's warning in the document: removing the original label to carry out the replacement ends the warranty on the lockset.
Carbine CEL 3in1 Touchscreen Locks - RFID Application List (PDF)
Three-page credential compatibility reference for the CEL 3in1 touchscreen locks - the 25 codepad users plus 25 RFID or smartphone credentials, the card and sticker specifications, why MIFARE 13.56MHz ISO14443 Type A credentials read and EMV payWave and PayPass cards do not, and a table of Australian transport cards.
Three-page credential compatibility reference for the CEL 3in1 touchscreen locks - the 25 codepad users plus 25 RFID or smartphone credentials, the card and sticker specifications, why MIFARE 13.56MHz ISO14443 Type A credentials read and EMV payWave and PayPass cards do not, and a table of Australian transport cards.
Carbine CEL2-3in1 and CEL-3in1 Leverset and Deadbolt - Troubleshooting FAQs (PDF)
Carbine's current fourteen-page troubleshooting guide, covering both the CEL-3in1 generation on this page and the later CEL2-3in1 - keypad and battery faults, cable routing, motor and alignment problems, programming anomalies and factory reset.
Carbine's current fourteen-page troubleshooting guide, covering both the CEL-3in1 generation on this page and the later CEL2-3in1 - keypad and battery faults, cable routing, motor and alignment problems, programming anomalies and factory reset.
Carbine Salt Spray Testing Information for Locksets (PDF)
Carbine's two-page explanation of how its locksets are salt spray tested to AS4145.2-2008 and how the C1 to C10 corrosion resistance categories should be read. Written for the Carbine lockset range generally rather than for a single model.
Carbine's two-page explanation of how its locksets are salt spray tested to AS4145.2-2008 and how the C1 to C10 corrosion resistance categories should be read. Written for the Carbine lockset range generally rather than for a single model.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Satin Nickel - FAQ, Setup and Owner's Guide
Everything buyers, installers and owners ask us about the CEL-3IN1 leverset, answered in one place. For questions that apply to any digital lock, see our Smart Lock FAQ (Chapter 13), or start at the Smart Lock Buyer's Guide. If you are still choosing, the Quick Start Guide walks through access methods, and Chapter 10 covers where Carbine sits against the other brands we stock.
Access, Credentials and Codes
How many codes and cards can the CEL-3IN1 hold?
Twenty-five user PIN codes and twenty-five RFID credentials, held as two separate pools, plus one programming code and four single-use codes. User codes are 4 to 8 digits; the single-use codes are 4 digits and delete themselves after one entry. The programming code (factory default 12345678) configures the lock and is not an everyday access code - change it before the lock goes into service. If twenty-five of each is not enough, the CEL2-3IN1-SL8SNKIT holds one hundred credentials in a single shared pool. Full capacity detail is in the CEL-3IN1 user guide, and Chapter 03 explains how code management works across platforms.
Twenty-five user PIN codes and twenty-five RFID credentials, held as two separate pools, plus one programming code and four single-use codes. User codes are 4 to 8 digits; the single-use codes are 4 digits and delete themselves after one entry. The programming code (factory default 12345678) configures the lock and is not an everyday access code - change it before the lock goes into service. If twenty-five of each is not enough, the CEL2-3IN1-SL8SNKIT holds one hundred credentials in a single shared pool. Full capacity detail is in the CEL-3IN1 user guide, and Chapter 03 explains how code management works across platforms.
What happens if someone keeps entering the wrong code?
After four incorrect entries the touchscreen disables itself for a short period, so a passer-by cannot stand at the door and work through combinations. Your RFID credential and the mechanical key override still work while the keypad is locked out. This behaviour is documented in the user guide.
After four incorrect entries the touchscreen disables itself for a short period, so a passer-by cannot stand at the door and work through combinations. Your RFID credential and the mechanical key override still work while the keypad is locked out. This behaviour is documented in the user guide.
Which cards, fobs and tags work with this lock?
Any MIFARE credential running at 13.56MHz to ISO14443 Type A. That covers the Carbine range - the MIFARE card, key fob, ultra fob, adhesive sticker and silicone wristband - and many MIFARE cards a building already issues, including Australian transport cards such as the Brisbane TransLink Go card, which is a MIFARE Classic 1K. Contactless bank cards do not work: payWave and PayPass run on the EMV Type B standard, which this reader does not read. The full list is in the Carbine RFID Application List, and you can browse every credential we stock in RFID fobs, tags and cards.
Any MIFARE credential running at 13.56MHz to ISO14443 Type A. That covers the Carbine range - the MIFARE card, key fob, ultra fob, adhesive sticker and silicone wristband - and many MIFARE cards a building already issues, including Australian transport cards such as the Brisbane TransLink Go card, which is a MIFARE Classic 1K. Contactless bank cards do not work: payWave and PayPass run on the EMV Type B standard, which this reader does not read. The full list is in the Carbine RFID Application List, and you can browse every credential we stock in RFID fobs, tags and cards.
Can I unlock it with my phone?
Sometimes - and it is worth testing before you buy. The lock reads MIFARE at 13.56MHz, so an NFC-enabled Android phone that presents a MIFARE credential will usually work. iPhones are more limited, because iOS restricts background NFC card emulation. There is no app and no Bluetooth pairing involved here; the phone is simply acting as a card. If your phone will not read, the reliable fallback is a MIFARE sticker on the back of the case. If app control matters to you, step up to the CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT instead. Background on credential types is in Chapter 03.
Sometimes - and it is worth testing before you buy. The lock reads MIFARE at 13.56MHz, so an NFC-enabled Android phone that presents a MIFARE credential will usually work. iPhones are more limited, because iOS restricts background NFC card emulation. There is no app and no Bluetooth pairing involved here; the phone is simply acting as a card. If your phone will not read, the reliable fallback is a MIFARE sticker on the back of the case. If app control matters to you, step up to the CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT instead. Background on credential types is in Chapter 03.
What is a guiding code, and does it really help?
It lets you pad your PIN with extra digits. Enter random numbers before or after the real code and the lock still opens, because it looks for the correct sequence inside the string you typed. Two things follow from that: someone watching over your shoulder cannot tell which digits mattered, and your genuine digits do not wear a visible pattern into the keypad. It costs nothing to use and is the single best habit to adopt on a shared door. See Chapter 03 on PIN access.
It lets you pad your PIN with extra digits. Enter random numbers before or after the real code and the lock still opens, because it looks for the correct sequence inside the string you typed. Two things follow from that: someone watching over your shoulder cannot tell which digits mattered, and your genuine digits do not wear a visible pattern into the keypad. It costs nothing to use and is the single best habit to adopt on a shared door. See Chapter 03 on PIN access.
What does double authorisation mode do?
It requires two credentials together - a card and a PIN - before the lock will open. On a normal residential door it is overkill. Where it earns its place is a store room, a dispensary, a records room or a cash office, anywhere one lost card should not be enough to get in on its own. It is switched on through the programming menu and can be turned off again at any time.
It requires two credentials together - a card and a PIN - before the lock will open. On a normal residential door it is overkill. Where it earns its place is a store room, a dispensary, a records room or a cash office, anywhere one lost card should not be enough to get in on its own. It is switched on through the programming menu and can be turned off again at any time.
A tenant lost their card. Do I have to rekey anything?
No. Delete that credential from the lock and it stops working - the other twenty-four are untouched and nothing is re-cut or re-pinned. That is the practical advantage of card and code access over keys alone in a rental or a strata building, and it is why we recommend issuing one credential per person rather than sharing. Losing a mechanical override key is a different matter, since the C4 cylinder would need to be rekeyed: keep the spare somewhere sensible, as covered in key storage for override keys.
No. Delete that credential from the lock and it stops working - the other twenty-four are untouched and nothing is re-cut or re-pinned. That is the practical advantage of card and code access over keys alone in a rental or a strata building, and it is why we recommend issuing one credential per person rather than sharing. Losing a mechanical override key is a different matter, since the C4 cylinder would need to be rekeyed: keep the spare somewhere sensible, as covered in key storage for override keys.
Fire Doors and Compliance
Exactly which fire doors is this leverset certified for?
Two core types, both at FRL -/60/30. E-Core doorsets are covered by Jensen Hughes assessment FAS220275 DHAR1.8, issued December 2025 and valid to 30 November 2027. Pyropanel Maxi Pandor doorsets are covered by Warringtonfire assessment FRT220272, valid to 28 September 2028, for nominally 48mm single and double leaf doorsets. Certification is core-specific: if your door is Firecore, this assessment does not cover it, and you want the CEL2 range instead. Chapter 05 on door core types explains why one certificate never covers another core, and Chapter 11 covers AS1905.1 and the NCC.
Two core types, both at FRL -/60/30. E-Core doorsets are covered by Jensen Hughes assessment FAS220275 DHAR1.8, issued December 2025 and valid to 30 November 2027. Pyropanel Maxi Pandor doorsets are covered by Warringtonfire assessment FRT220272, valid to 28 September 2028, for nominally 48mm single and double leaf doorsets. Certification is core-specific: if your door is Firecore, this assessment does not cover it, and you want the CEL2 range instead. Chapter 05 on door core types explains why one certificate never covers another core, and Chapter 11 covers AS1905.1 and the NCC.
Does the fire certificate depend on how the lock is fitted?
Yes, and this catches people out. Both assessments cover the leverset fitted with its tubular latch at a 70mm backset, in the doorset configurations that were tested. Fit the same lock outside that configuration - a different core, a different latch, hardware in the assembly that is not fire rated - and you are outside the certificate, whatever the lock itself is capable of. Confirm the hinges, seals and closer are compatible with the certified configuration as well. See how fire certification is established and where the test reports live.
Yes, and this catches people out. Both assessments cover the leverset fitted with its tubular latch at a 70mm backset, in the doorset configurations that were tested. Fit the same lock outside that configuration - a different core, a different latch, hardware in the assembly that is not fire rated - and you are outside the certificate, whatever the lock itself is capable of. Confirm the hinges, seals and closer are compatible with the certified configuration as well. See how fire certification is established and where the test reports live.
I live in a Gold Coast apartment. Can I just put this on my front door?
Usually your apartment entry door is a fire door, which changes three things: the lock has to be certified for that door's core, the body corporate normally has to approve the change, and installation is a job for a locksmith rather than a weekend. It is also why a second deadbolt is out of the question - fire door rules allow one locking penetration, so boring a second 54mm hole voids the certification. Read what locks are actually compliant on Gold Coast apartment fire doors, the one-penetration principle, and the strata checklist in Chapter 05. Browse everything certified for these doors in fire door smart locks.
Usually your apartment entry door is a fire door, which changes three things: the lock has to be certified for that door's core, the body corporate normally has to approve the change, and installation is a job for a locksmith rather than a weekend. It is also why a second deadbolt is out of the question - fire door rules allow one locking penetration, so boring a second 54mm hole voids the certification. Read what locks are actually compliant on Gold Coast apartment fire doors, the one-penetration principle, and the strata checklist in Chapter 05. Browse everything certified for these doors in fire door smart locks.
Why does your locksmith ask about asbestos before drilling my fire door?
Because some fire door cores contain it. Three windows matter: buildings constructed before 1990, the Korab and Pyrokor recall between 1993 and 1998, and the current alert on Pyropanel FRB board imported between 2021 and May 2025, where the Australian Border Force confirmed chrysotile contamination. We assess the door before any cutting starts. The detail is in asbestos in Gold Coast apartment fire doors and Chapter 11.
Because some fire door cores contain it. Three windows matter: buildings constructed before 1990, the Korab and Pyrokor recall between 1993 and 1998, and the current alert on Pyropanel FRB board imported between 2021 and May 2025, where the Australian Border Force confirmed chrysotile contamination. We assess the door before any cutting starts. The detail is in asbestos in Gold Coast apartment fire doors and Chapter 11.
Is the lever itself compliant?
Yes - it is an SL8-style lever, which meets the NCC requirement for a lever that can be operated without a tight grip or a twisting wrist action. That is the same reasoning behind accessible hardware generally, covered in Chapter 11 on security and compliance grading.
Yes - it is an SL8-style lever, which meets the NCC requirement for a lever that can be operated without a tight grip or a twisting wrist action. That is the same reasoning behind accessible hardware generally, covered in Chapter 11 on security and compliance grading.
Will It Fit My Door?
What do I need to measure before ordering?
Three numbers. The bore hole in the door face (this lock takes the standard 54mm), the door thickness (35 to 51mm), and the backset from the door edge to the centre of that hole (60 or 70mm, adjustable on the supplied latch). If your door already carries a bored cylindrical lockset at 54mm, the CEL-3IN1 goes straight in with no new holes. How to measure your backset takes two minutes, and Chapter 02 shows what bored cylindrical prep looks like.
Three numbers. The bore hole in the door face (this lock takes the standard 54mm), the door thickness (35 to 51mm), and the backset from the door edge to the centre of that hole (60 or 70mm, adjustable on the supplied latch). If your door already carries a bored cylindrical lockset at 54mm, the CEL-3IN1 goes straight in with no new holes. How to measure your backset takes two minutes, and Chapter 02 shows what bored cylindrical prep looks like.
My door has a 127mm backset. Can I still use this lock?
Not as it stands. The CEL-3IN1 covers 60 to 70mm only. A 127mm backset means the existing latch has to come out and be replaced with a 60 or 70mm unit, which is straightforward on most doors but does need to happen before the lock goes on. Getting this wrong is one of the most common ordering mistakes we see - see what happens with the wrong backset and Chapter 12. Replacement latches are in tubular latches and bolts.
Not as it stands. The CEL-3IN1 covers 60 to 70mm only. A 127mm backset means the existing latch has to come out and be replaced with a 60 or 70mm unit, which is straightforward on most doors but does need to happen before the lock goes on. Getting this wrong is one of the most common ordering mistakes we see - see what happens with the wrong backset and Chapter 12. Replacement latches are in tubular latches and bolts.
Do I need to tell you the handing of my door?
For this leverset, handing is handled at installation rather than at order time - the installation sheet covers setting the handle direction and the optional lever swap. It is still worth knowing your handing before a locksmith arrives, particularly if other hardware is being changed at the same time. How to determine handing in Australia explains the LHI, RHI, LHO and RHO convention.
For this leverset, handing is handled at installation rather than at order time - the installation sheet covers setting the handle direction and the optional lever swap. It is still worth knowing your handing before a locksmith arrives, particularly if other hardware is being changed at the same time. How to determine handing in Australia explains the LHI, RHI, LHO and RHO convention.
Will it work on an aluminium gate or a door behind a security screen?
Often yes - we have fitted plenty on aluminium pedestrian gates, and the installation gallery on this listing shows several. Two checks first: the frame has to be thick enough to land in the 35 to 51mm range, and there has to be clearance between the escutcheon and any screen or security door in front of it. The exterior module projects 28mm from the door face. Chapter 02 on screen clearance covers the measurement, and Chapter 04 has the full door-type matrix. Note that a fully exposed gate facing weather is better served by a higher IP rating than IP54.
Often yes - we have fitted plenty on aluminium pedestrian gates, and the installation gallery on this listing shows several. Two checks first: the frame has to be thick enough to land in the 35 to 51mm range, and there has to be clearance between the escutcheon and any screen or security door in front of it. The exterior module projects 28mm from the door face. Chapter 02 on screen clearance covers the measurement, and Chapter 04 has the full door-type matrix. Note that a fully exposed gate facing weather is better served by a higher IP rating than IP54.
Power and Backup Access
Which batteries, and how long do they last?
Four AA 1.5V alkaline cells - Duracell Procell, or an equivalent quality alkaline. Do not fit lithium or rechargeable NiMH cells: the voltage behaviour is wrong for this board and the usual result is erratic operation. Expect roughly 5,000 openings, which is a long time on a house door and considerably less on a busy short-stay or small-business door. The kit on this listing ships with the batteries included. The realities of electronic door locks is honest about what shortens battery life, and Chapter 13 answers the general battery questions.
Four AA 1.5V alkaline cells - Duracell Procell, or an equivalent quality alkaline. Do not fit lithium or rechargeable NiMH cells: the voltage behaviour is wrong for this board and the usual result is erratic operation. Expect roughly 5,000 openings, which is a long time on a house door and considerably less on a busy short-stay or small-business door. The kit on this listing ships with the batteries included. The realities of electronic door locks is honest about what shortens battery life, and Chapter 13 answers the general battery questions.
What if the batteries go flat while I am out?
You use the key. The lock carries a C4 keyway cylinder with a 6-pin PD-style body, supplied keyed to a 5-pin key, and two keys come in the box - that is the whole point of a key override. The lock warns you first, with a visual and audible low-battery indication that typically gives you several days of normal use. Keep one override key somewhere you can actually reach it, which is not inside the locked building. See what happens when the battery dies and where the override keyhole sits. Every lock we stock with a key cylinder is listed under has backup key.
You use the key. The lock carries a C4 keyway cylinder with a 6-pin PD-style body, supplied keyed to a 5-pin key, and two keys come in the box - that is the whole point of a key override. The lock warns you first, with a visual and audible low-battery indication that typically gives you several days of normal use. Keep one override key somewhere you can actually reach it, which is not inside the locked building. See what happens when the battery dies and where the override keyhole sits. Every lock we stock with a key cylinder is listed under has backup key.
Does anything stop working if the internet or power goes out?
No. There is no app, no hub, no gateway and no WiFi anywhere in this product - every code and card is validated inside the lock itself, on battery power. A blackout, a dropped NBN service or a dead router changes nothing at the door. The trade-off is that you cannot let someone in remotely or see who came and went; if you need that, you are looking at an app-connected lock such as the CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT rather than this one. Chapter 01 on smart versus connected draws the line clearly.
No. There is no app, no hub, no gateway and no WiFi anywhere in this product - every code and card is validated inside the lock itself, on battery power. A blackout, a dropped NBN service or a dead router changes nothing at the door. The trade-off is that you cannot let someone in remotely or see who came and went; if you need that, you are looking at an app-connected lock such as the CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT rather than this one. Chapter 01 on smart versus connected draws the line clearly.
Everyday Use and Settings
Can it lock itself behind me?
Yes - the auto-lock timer can be set anywhere from 5 to 99 seconds, so the latch re-secures on its own after the door closes. Set it short on a front door and longer on a door people prop while carrying things in.
Yes - the auto-lock timer can be set anywhere from 5 to 99 seconds, so the latch re-secures on its own after the door closes. Set it short on a front door and longer on a door people prop while carrying things in.
Can I leave the door open to everyone for a few hours?
Hold SET for one second and passage mode holds the latch retracted, so the door opens on the handle with no credential. It is what you want for an open day, a clinic waiting room, a function, or a trade delivering all afternoon. Take it out of passage mode the same way when you are done.
Hold SET for one second and passage mode holds the latch retracted, so the door opens on the handle with no credential. It is what you want for an open day, a clinic waiting room, a function, or a trade delivering all afternoon. Take it out of passage mode the same way when you are done.
We are away for a month. Can I switch everyone's access off without deleting it?
That is exactly what vacation mode does. It suspends every user credential while leaving them programmed, so nothing has to be re-enrolled when you get back. The programming code and the mechanical key still work.
That is exactly what vacation mode does. It suspends every user credential while leaving them programmed, so nothing has to be re-enrolled when you get back. The programming code and the mechanical key still work.
Can I silence the keypad beeps?
Yes, volume is an on or off setting in the programming menu. Worth turning off on a bedroom or apartment door where someone is asleep on the other side of the wall.
Yes, volume is an on or off setting in the programming menu. Worth turning off on a bedroom or apartment door where someone is asleep on the other side of the wall.
Is there a code I can give a tradie that only works once?
There are four of them. The single-use codes are 4 digits, and each one deletes itself the moment it has been used - ideal for a one-off delivery, a cleaner or a real estate inspection where you would rather not hand out a standing code. For repeat visitors, give them one of the twenty-five user codes and delete it when the arrangement ends. Chapter 13 covers day-to-day code management.
There are four of them. The single-use codes are 4 digits, and each one deletes itself the moment it has been used - ideal for a one-off delivery, a cleaner or a real estate inspection where you would rather not hand out a standing code. For repeat visitors, give them one of the twenty-five user codes and delete it when the arrangement ends. Chapter 13 covers day-to-day code management.
Short-Stay, Rental and Commercial Use
Is an offline lock good enough for an Airbnb?
For getting guests through the door, yes. Issue a code for the stay, delete it at checkout, and nobody hands over a key or maintains a lockbox. What an offline lock cannot do is generate codes automatically from your booking calendar or let you check the door from another suburb - that needs a connected platform. Most single-property hosts on the Gold Coast do fine with a keypad lock and a cleaning routine. Do you really need WiFi for an Airbnb lock? works through the honest version, and Chapter 07 compares the two approaches.
For getting guests through the door, yes. Issue a code for the stay, delete it at checkout, and nobody hands over a key or maintains a lockbox. What an offline lock cannot do is generate codes automatically from your booking calendar or let you check the door from another suburb - that needs a connected platform. Most single-property hosts on the Gold Coast do fine with a keypad lock and a cleaning routine. Do you really need WiFi for an Airbnb lock? works through the honest version, and Chapter 07 compares the two approaches.
Will twenty-five codes cover a small business?
For a team of up to about twenty with a few contractor credentials, comfortably. Past that - or where several doors need the same credential set - the CEL2-3IN1 at one hundred credentials is the better fit, and it shares this lock's 54mm bore so the door prep carries over. Do remember there is no audit trail on an offline lock: it tells you nothing about who opened the door and when.
For a team of up to about twenty with a few contractor credentials, comfortably. Past that - or where several doors need the same credential set - the CEL2-3IN1 at one hundred credentials is the better fit, and it shares this lock's 54mm bore so the door prep carries over. Do remember there is no audit trail on an offline lock: it tells you nothing about who opened the door and when.
Weather, Coastal Exposure and Service Life
How much weather will IP54 actually take?
IP54 describes the exterior escutcheon: dust protected, and splash resistant from any direction. A covered entry, a porch, a breezeway - fine. A door or gate that takes driving rain on the face - no, and that is where we would steer you to an IP65 or IP66 product. The interior module houses the battery compartment and is an inside-only part regardless. The IP rating table in Chapter 11 sets out what each figure means.
IP54 describes the exterior escutcheon: dust protected, and splash resistant from any direction. A covered entry, a porch, a breezeway - fine. A door or gate that takes driving rain on the face - no, and that is where we would steer you to an IP65 or IP66 product. The interior module houses the battery compartment and is an inside-only part regardless. The IP rating table in Chapter 11 sets out what each figure means.
We are two streets from the beach. Will the finish survive?
Salt air is harder on hardware than rain is, and an IP figure says nothing about it - IP testing covers dust and water, not corrosion. Carbine does publish how it salt spray tests its locksets, to AS4145.2-2008, and that document is in the PDF downloads on this page, but it is written for the lockset range generally rather than quoted against this model, so we are not going to put a number against this SKU. What we tell coastal customers is practical: rinse the escutcheon with fresh water occasionally, expect the finish to age faster within a few hundred metres of the surf, and take the exposure into account when you choose between finishes. Chapter 11 on corrosion grading and coastal environments are both worth reading first.
Salt air is harder on hardware than rain is, and an IP figure says nothing about it - IP testing covers dust and water, not corrosion. Carbine does publish how it salt spray tests its locksets, to AS4145.2-2008, and that document is in the PDF downloads on this page, but it is written for the lockset range generally rather than quoted against this model, so we are not going to put a number against this SKU. What we tell coastal customers is practical: rinse the escutcheon with fresh water occasionally, expect the finish to age faster within a few hundred metres of the surf, and take the exposure into account when you choose between finishes. Chapter 11 on corrosion grading and coastal environments are both worth reading first.
How long should this lock last?
It is an ANSI Grade 2 lockset, which puts it in the residential-to-light-commercial band rather than the high-traffic commercial one. In practice the biggest variable is not the lock: a door that binds, drops or needs a shoulder makes the motor work harder on every single cycle, and that is what shortens service life. Hang the door properly and it will outlive a well-used lock on a poorly hung one. How long do digital door locks last gives realistic figures, and cycle ratings explains the grading.
It is an ANSI Grade 2 lockset, which puts it in the residential-to-light-commercial band rather than the high-traffic commercial one. In practice the biggest variable is not the lock: a door that binds, drops or needs a shoulder makes the motor work harder on every single cycle, and that is what shortens service life. Hang the door properly and it will outlive a well-used lock on a poorly hung one. How long do digital door locks last gives realistic figures, and cycle ratings explains the grading.
Installation, Servicing and Troubleshooting
Can I fit this myself?
On a timber door that already has a 54mm bore at the right backset, and no fire rating - yes, working carefully through the installation sheet. Get a locksmith for a fire door (that is not optional), an aluminium frame, or anything involving a security screen and tight clearances. Chapter 12 on when to DIY is a fair test. Terry's Locksmiths supply and install across the Gold Coast - supply and install, or a free site survey if you have several doors. If you would rather just be told what fits, ask our team for a recommendation.
On a timber door that already has a 54mm bore at the right backset, and no fire rating - yes, working carefully through the installation sheet. Get a locksmith for a fire door (that is not optional), an aluminium frame, or anything involving a security screen and tight clearances. Chapter 12 on when to DIY is a fair test. Terry's Locksmiths supply and install across the Gold Coast - supply and install, or a free site survey if you have several doors. If you would rather just be told what fits, ask our team for a recommendation.
What are the mistakes that actually cause callbacks?
Three of them, every time: the spindle in the wrong position, a latch at the wrong backset, and a door that is out of alignment so the latch has to be forced into the strike. All three feel like a faulty lock and none of them are. The cable is the fourth - it has to be routed so the door edge does not pinch it. The three common DIY mistakes and the Chapter 12 symptom table cover the fixes.
Three of them, every time: the spindle in the wrong position, a latch at the wrong backset, and a door that is out of alignment so the latch has to be forced into the strike. All three feel like a faulty lock and none of them are. The cable is the fourth - it has to be routed so the door edge does not pinch it. The three common DIY mistakes and the Chapter 12 symptom table cover the fixes.
The keypad has stopped responding. What do I check first?
Batteries, then the cable. Fit four fresh AA alkalines (not lithium, not rechargeable) and try again; if the screen is still dead, the internal cable between the two modules is the next suspect, and a pinched or unseated cable is common after a DIY fit. Carbine's troubleshooting guide works through this and the other usual faults, and the FAQ card shows battery, spindle and cable fitting right and wrong in pictures.
Batteries, then the cable. Fit four fresh AA alkalines (not lithium, not rechargeable) and try again; if the screen is still dead, the internal cable between the two modules is the next suspect, and a pinched or unseated cable is common after a DIY fit. Carbine's troubleshooting guide works through this and the other usual faults, and the FAQ card shows battery, spindle and cable fitting right and wrong in pictures.
I have lost the programming code. Can it be recovered?
Not recovered, but reset. A factory reset returns the programming code to 12345678 and clears the user credentials, so every code and card has to be enrolled again afterwards. The procedure is in the user guide. Set a new programming code immediately - a lock left on the factory default is not secured.
Not recovered, but reset. A factory reset returns the programming code to 12345678 and clears the user credentials, so every code and card has to be enrolled again afterwards. The procedure is in the user guide. Set a new programming code immediately - a lock left on the factory default is not secured.
The internal cable needs replacing. Is that a DIY repair?
Carbine publishes a ten-step cable replacement instruction for the CEL series leverset, so the job is documented - but read the warranty note in it first. Carbine states that once the original label is torn off to carry out the replacement, the lockset is no longer under warranty. If the lock is still inside its 12-month electronic warranty period, talk to us before opening it up rather than after.
Carbine publishes a ten-step cable replacement instruction for the CEL series leverset, so the job is documented - but read the warranty note in it first. Carbine states that once the original label is torn off to carry out the replacement, the lockset is no longer under warranty. If the lock is still inside its 12-month electronic warranty period, talk to us before opening it up rather than after.
Choosing Between the Carbine Models
CEL-3IN1 or CEL2-3IN1?
Same 54mm bore, same backset range, same three credential types. The CEL2 brings a newer touchscreen and motor, a lower-profile escutcheon, one hundred credentials instead of twenty-five plus twenty-five, and Firecore certification reaching -/120/30 on TVC40 doorsets. Retrofit plates exist for covering the older screw positions when a CEL-3IN1 is swapped for a CEL2, so you are not re-drilling the door. Buy the CEL-3IN1 when twenty-five codes is plenty and your fire door is E-Core or Pyropanel; buy the CEL2-3IN1-SL8SNKIT (or Matte Black) for capacity or a Firecore door. The range comparison table puts every model side by side.
Same 54mm bore, same backset range, same three credential types. The CEL2 brings a newer touchscreen and motor, a lower-profile escutcheon, one hundred credentials instead of twenty-five plus twenty-five, and Firecore certification reaching -/120/30 on TVC40 doorsets. Retrofit plates exist for covering the older screw positions when a CEL-3IN1 is swapped for a CEL2, so you are not re-drilling the door. Buy the CEL-3IN1 when twenty-five codes is plenty and your fire door is E-Core or Pyropanel; buy the CEL2-3IN1-SL8SNKIT (or Matte Black) for capacity or a Firecore door. The range comparison table puts every model side by side.
What does the Bluetooth model give me that this one does not?
Phone-based management. The CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT adds the Carbine Connect app, so codes are issued and revoked from your phone instead of at the keypad. Be clear about the limit: Carbine Connect is Bluetooth only, with no gateway or cloud, so you still have to be at the door - it is not remote access. Chapter 03 on remote access explains what a gateway actually buys you.
Phone-based management. The CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT adds the Carbine Connect app, so codes are issued and revoked from your phone instead of at the keypad. Be clear about the limit: Carbine Connect is Bluetooth only, with no gateway or cloud, so you still have to be at the door - it is not remote access. Chapter 03 on remote access explains what a gateway actually buys you.
Is there a cheaper Carbine that would do?
The CDL2 leverset costs less and covers PIN and key. What you give up is real: no RFID at all, a membrane keypad rather than a touchscreen, twenty codes instead of twenty-five plus cards, and no fire rating. If cards, fobs or a fire door are part of the brief, the CDL2 is not the lock. There is also a CDL2 deadbolt for secondary-lock duty.
The CDL2 leverset costs less and covers PIN and key. What you give up is real: no RFID at all, a membrane keypad rather than a touchscreen, twenty codes instead of twenty-five plus cards, and no fire rating. If cards, fobs or a fire door are part of the brief, the CDL2 is not the lock. There is also a CDL2 deadbolt for secondary-lock duty.
Should I be fitting a leverset or a deadbolt?
A leverset like this one replaces the lock you already operate - one hole, one set of hardware, and the door latches on closing. A deadbolt is a second, separate lock above the handle and it does not latch on its own. On a fire door the choice is made for you: one penetration, so the leverset is the upgrade. Elsewhere a deadbolt suits a door whose existing handle set is staying. The RFID deadbolts are the CEL2-3IN1-DBSNKIT and DBMBKIT, and Chapter 01 explains latch versus bolt formats. See also upgrading the primary lock instead of adding a second one.
A leverset like this one replaces the lock you already operate - one hole, one set of hardware, and the door latches on closing. A deadbolt is a second, separate lock above the handle and it does not latch on its own. On a fire door the choice is made for you: one penetration, so the leverset is the upgrade. Elsewhere a deadbolt suits a door whose existing handle set is staying. The RFID deadbolts are the CEL2-3IN1-DBSNKIT and DBMBKIT, and Chapter 01 explains latch versus bolt formats. See also upgrading the primary lock instead of adding a second one.
What is the difference between a standard kit and an FR kit?
In the CEL2 range the FR kits are packaged and documented specifically for certified fire door installation, with the fire assessment supplied alongside. The CEL-3IN1 on this page is not sold as an FR kit, but the leverset itself is assessed for E-Core and Pyropanel Maxi Pandor doorsets, which is what the certificate in the PDF downloads shows. If you want the dedicated fire door kit, the options are CEL2-3IN1-SL8SN-FRKIT, SL8MB-FRKIT, or the Bluetooth versions CEL2-BT-SL8SN-FRKIT and SL8MB-FRKIT.
In the CEL2 range the FR kits are packaged and documented specifically for certified fire door installation, with the fire assessment supplied alongside. The CEL-3IN1 on this page is not sold as an FR kit, but the leverset itself is assessed for E-Core and Pyropanel Maxi Pandor doorsets, which is what the certificate in the PDF downloads shows. If you want the dedicated fire door kit, the options are CEL2-3IN1-SL8SN-FRKIT, SL8MB-FRKIT, or the Bluetooth versions CEL2-BT-SL8SN-FRKIT and SL8MB-FRKIT.
Related products, guides and chapters
This lock's siblings and alternatives: CEL-3IN1-SL8MBKIT (Matte Black) · CEL2-3IN1-SL8SNKIT · CEL2-3IN1-SL8MBKIT · CEL2-3IN1-SL8SN-FRKIT · CEL2-3IN1-SL8MB-FRKIT · CEL2-BT-SL8SNKIT · CEL2-BT-SL8MBKIT · CEL2-BT-SL8SN-FRKIT · CEL2-BT-SL8MB-FRKIT · CEL2-3IN1-DBSNKIT · CEL2-3IN1-DBMBKIT · CEL2-BT-DBSNKIT · CEL2-BT-DBMBKIT · CDL2 Leverset · CDL2 Deadbolt
Credentials for this lock: CEL-RFID MIFARE card · CEL-RFID-FOB key fob · CEL-RFID-UFOB ultra fob · CEL-RFID-ST-C sticker · CEL-RFID-WB wristband
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Buyer's Guide chapters: Ch01 What is a smart lock · Ch02 Measuring your door · Ch03 Access methods · Ch04 Door type compatibility · Ch05 Fire door smart locks · Ch07 Airbnb and short stay · Ch10 Carbine brand profile · Ch11 Standards and IP ratings · Ch12 Installation and troubleshooting · Ch13 Smart lock FAQ
Worth reading: Carbine CEL and CDL range buyer's guide · Mechanical key override explained · Measuring your lock backset · Door handing in Australia · Fire door types and certification · Compliant locks for apartment fire doors · Asbestos in apartment fire doors · Airbnb locks and WiFi · The realities of electronic door locks · How long do digital door locks last · Three DIY installation mistakes · Site survey and installation
What's in the Box - CEL-3IN1-SL8-SNKIT
- 1 x exterior electronic module with touchscreen keypad and SL8 Satin Nickel lever
- 1 x interior module with SL8 Satin Nickel lever
- 1 x tubular latch (60-70mm adjustable backset)
- 2 x RFID key cards
- 2 x mechanical keys (C4 keyway)
- 4 x AA Duracell Procell batteries
- 1 x installation guide
- 1 x installation template
- Fixing screws and hardware
Note: RFID cards, FOBs, wristbands, and stickers are available separately. Non-KIT variants (CEL-3IN1-SL8SN and CEL-3IN1-SL8MB) do not include batteries.
Carbine CEL-3IN1-SL8 Satin Nickel - Real Installations by Terry's Locksmiths, Gold Coast
Rear housing view - white residential entry door, Southport
Black aluminium pedestrian gate - Robina
Fitment measurement on aluminium gate - Robina
External view - black aluminium gate, Robina
Latch alignment - aluminium gate, Robina
White commercial entry door - Ashmore
Rear interior view - white commercial entry door, Ashmore
White residential entry door - Paradise Point
Keypad close-up - white residential entry door, Paradise Point
Full lock view - white residential door, Paradise Point
Cream residential entry door - Mermaid Beach
Interior rear view - cream residential entry door, Mermaid Beach
White apartment entry door - Broadbeach
White aluminium framed glass door - Surfers Paradise
White strata entry door - Southport
Close-up keypad detail - white strata entry door, Southport
White commercial service door - Ashmore
Grey internal residential door - Broadbeach Waters
Latch fitment detail - grey door, Broadbeach Waters
Timber commercial access door - Labrador
White internal residential door - Mermaid Waters
Rear view - timber glazed entry door, Helensvale
Front view - timber glazed entry door, Helensvale
Timber and glass entry door, above existing deadbolt - Palm Beach
Side latch detail - timber glass door, Palm Beach
Illuminated keypad - timber glass door, Palm Beach
Illuminated keypad - white internal door, Hope Island
Black finish on white and glass door - Burleigh Heads
Black finish - green commercial service door, Molendinar
Black finish - white commercial service door, Nerang
Installed by Terry's - black door, Gold Coast
Installed by Terry's - black entry door, Gold Coast
Smart lock with separate deadbolt - grey door, Gold Coast
Installed by Terry's - timber and glass door, Gold Coast
Carbine CEL-3IN1-SL8-SNKIT - Dimensions
Manufacturer dimensional drawing for the Carbine CEL-3IN1-SL8. Exterior: 159.5mm H x 73mm W x 28mm D. Interior: 72.9mm W. Backset 60-70mm adjustable. Door thickness 35-51mm. Latch throw 12mm.
How to measure your backset · Buyers Guide Ch02: Measuring Your Door
Carbine CEL-3IN1-SL8-SNKIT - Installation Specifications
Page 1 - Installation template, door preparation, and latch installation steps
Page 2 - Lock assembly installation, cable connection, and optional lever switching
For the full installation PDF, see the PDF Files tab. Professional installation is required on all fire-rated door applications. See: Buyers Guide Ch12: Installation & Troubleshooting
PDF Files - Carbine CEL-3IN1 Leverset
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Electronic Leverset - Product Brochure (PDF)
Four-page overview of the CEL-3IN1 digital leverset - touch keypad, RFID card and key override entry, 25 user codes and 25 RFID cards, 35-51mm doors, 60-70mm backset, batteries and the product codes.
Four-page overview of the CEL-3IN1 digital leverset - touch keypad, RFID card and key override entry, 25 user codes and 25 RFID cards, 35-51mm doors, 60-70mm backset, batteries and the product codes.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Leverset - Specification Sheet (PDF)
One-page dimension drawing of the CEL-3IN1-SL8 leverset.
One-page dimension drawing of the CEL-3IN1-SL8 leverset.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Leverset - Installation Guide (PDF)
Two-page installation sheet in English and French - parts and screws, door preparation template (54mm bore, 60mm or 70mm backset), strike and jamb dimensions, handle direction and cable connection.
Two-page installation sheet in English and French - parts and screws, door preparation template (54mm bore, 60mm or 70mm backset), strike and jamb dimensions, handle direction and cable connection.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 - User Guide (PDF)
Two-page operating and programming guide for the CEL-3IN1 touchscreen lockset - indicators and the SET button, unlocking by user code, programming code, RFID card or key, auto-lock and passage mode, the keypad lockout after four wrong entries, and programming the 25 user codes, 25 cards and four single-use codes.
Two-page operating and programming guide for the CEL-3IN1 touchscreen lockset - indicators and the SET button, unlocking by user code, programming code, RFID card or key, auto-lock and passage mode, the keypad lockout after four wrong entries, and programming the 25 user codes, 25 cards and four single-use codes.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 - FAQ Card (PDF)
One-page card with a QR code to Carbine's troubleshooting FAQs and three common installation tips shown right and wrong - battery installation, spindle alignment and cable installation.
One-page card with a QR code to Carbine's troubleshooting FAQs and three common installation tips shown right and wrong - battery installation, spindle alignment and cable installation.
Carbine CEL-3in1 and CEL-3in1-DB - Troubleshooting FAQs (PDF)
Problem, cause and fix tables for the CEL-3in1 leverset and deadbolt - unresponsive keypad, battery and cable routing tips, overheating, a lit # key or passage mode on pre-2021 locks, motor winding, programming problems, alignment and factory reset.
Problem, cause and fix tables for the CEL-3in1 leverset and deadbolt - unresponsive keypad, battery and cable routing tips, overheating, a lit # key or passage mode on pre-2021 locks, motor winding, programming problems, alignment and factory reset.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 - Fire Certification on E-Core (FAS220275 DHAR1.8 - Jensen Hughes, 2025) (PDF)
Jensen Hughes door hardware assessment for Davcor hardware in E-core doorsets, revision DHAR1.8, issued December 2025 and valid to 30 November 2027. Table 13 lists the CEL-3IN1-SL8SN at FRL -/60/30 with a 70mm backset.
Jensen Hughes door hardware assessment for Davcor hardware in E-core doorsets, revision DHAR1.8, issued December 2025 and valid to 30 November 2027. Table 13 lists the CEL-3IN1-SL8SN at FRL -/60/30 with a 70mm backset.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 - Fire Certification on Pyropanel Maxi Pandor (FRT220272 - Warringtonfire) (PDF)
Warringtonfire assessment of the CEL-3IN1 digital door lock in Maxi Pyropanel Pandor single and double leaf doorsets (nominally 48mm) - FRL -/60/30, valid to September 2028.
Warringtonfire assessment of the CEL-3IN1 digital door lock in Maxi Pyropanel Pandor single and double leaf doorsets (nominally 48mm) - FRL -/60/30, valid to September 2028.
Carbine CEL-3IN1 Leverset - Cable Replacement Instructions (PDF)
One-page, ten-step guide to replacing the cable in a CEL series leverset - removing the spindle, rose plate and touchscreen box, refitting the switch and reassembling. Note Carbine's warning in the document: removing the original label to carry out the replacement ends the warranty on the lockset.
One-page, ten-step guide to replacing the cable in a CEL series leverset - removing the spindle, rose plate and touchscreen box, refitting the switch and reassembling. Note Carbine's warning in the document: removing the original label to carry out the replacement ends the warranty on the lockset.
Carbine CEL 3in1 Touchscreen Locks - RFID Application List (PDF)
Three-page credential compatibility reference for the CEL 3in1 touchscreen locks - the 25 codepad users plus 25 RFID or smartphone credentials, the card and sticker specifications, why MIFARE 13.56MHz ISO14443 Type A credentials read and EMV payWave and PayPass cards do not, and a table of Australian transport cards.
Three-page credential compatibility reference for the CEL 3in1 touchscreen locks - the 25 codepad users plus 25 RFID or smartphone credentials, the card and sticker specifications, why MIFARE 13.56MHz ISO14443 Type A credentials read and EMV payWave and PayPass cards do not, and a table of Australian transport cards.
Carbine CEL2-3in1 and CEL-3in1 Leverset and Deadbolt - Troubleshooting FAQs (PDF)
Carbine's current fourteen-page troubleshooting guide, covering both the CEL-3in1 generation on this page and the later CEL2-3in1 - keypad and battery faults, cable routing, motor and alignment problems, programming anomalies and factory reset.
Carbine's current fourteen-page troubleshooting guide, covering both the CEL-3in1 generation on this page and the later CEL2-3in1 - keypad and battery faults, cable routing, motor and alignment problems, programming anomalies and factory reset.
Carbine Salt Spray Testing Information for Locksets (PDF)
Carbine's two-page explanation of how its locksets are salt spray tested to AS4145.2-2008 and how the C1 to C10 corrosion resistance categories should be read. Written for the Carbine lockset range generally rather than for a single model.
Carbine's two-page explanation of how its locksets are salt spray tested to AS4145.2-2008 and how the C1 to C10 corrosion resistance categories should be read. Written for the Carbine lockset range generally rather than for a single model.
Carbine Warranty
Carbine is a flagship brand of Davcor Group Pty Ltd (ABN 95 003 562 598) - an Australian manufacturer, designer, and wholesale distributor of residential and commercial locking hardware. Engineered in collaboration with working locksmiths, Carbine products focus on high security, versatility, and ease of installation.
Davcor distributes Carbine through seven specialist divisions, including Lock and Key Co. - Davcor's dedicated trade distribution arm supplying locksmiths and the security industry across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. Whether you purchased your Carbine product through Lock and Key Co., another trade channel, or directly through us, the same Davcor warranty applies.
All Carbine products are guaranteed by Davcor Group Pty Ltd to be free from defects in materials and workmanship from the date of original purchase, for the period applicable to the specific product category (refer to the Warranty Period table below). This warranty covers replacement of product only.
Warranty Summary
Warranty Periods by Product Category
Source: Davcor Warranty Against Defects - Appendix A. Warranty period runs from the date of original purchase.
How to Make a Claim
For full returns and warranty claim procedures, visit our Returns & Warranty page - this is kept up to date and is the authoritative reference for current claim steps.
- Contact Terry's Tradies Pty Ltd (the place of purchase) in writing as soon as the defect becomes apparent - and no later than 14 days after the end of the applicable warranty period.
- Include in your written claim: a description of the defect, the date of supply, your contact details, and satisfactory proof of purchase.
- Do not return the product until a return authorisation number has been issued by Davcor. If return is required, the product must be in its original, complete, and saleable packaging.
- Davcor will test and assess the product. No claim is valid unless Davcor has confirmed a defect is present.
- Once a valid claim is confirmed, Davcor will - at its discretion - repair the defect, replace the product, or supply an equivalent product. If repair or replacement cannot be completed within a reasonable time, you may request a full refund, provided the product has been returned.
Delivery inspection: If you believe a product is defective or incorrectly supplied at the time of delivery, telephone notice must be given within 72 hours of receipt, with written notice (including full particulars) within 14 days of the invoice date.
Exclusions
Australian Consumer Law
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure, and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The Carbine/Davcor express warranty operates alongside and in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure, and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The Carbine/Davcor express warranty operates alongside and in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
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