I got a metal cabinet from Sam's years ago, this a.m. I got something out & right before I closed it a duster handle fell forward last thing I saw :o
Now the key won't turn & is stuck closed. It has 2 opposing rods that go up/down into holes top/bottom to lock it.Its always something...
Its been years since I put it together the hinges are hidden so
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Are you able to tilt it backwards?, shake it to move the handle?
If you lay it down on its backside, then graphite the lock mechanism, then by shaking the cabinet as you try to unlock it —- whatever (duster handle likely) is jamming the locking upper and lower bars —- should come loose.
Best, Fred
Tovex works.... ;D
This thing is slap full including a parts organizer full of screws that will go everywhere if I could lay it down
Its no telling how much it weighs
Definitely a 2 man lift ;D
I might can tilt it some or slide a
Slim jim between the doors to push the handle out of the way?
I have seen tip overs, sawzaws.
A wrench in my tool box, blocking a drawer, I was able to tile and shake.
I would try thumping it with hand to bounce the stick loose and at the same time giggle the key back and forth . Worst case is to drill a hole in the finger hold under the lock and use a screwdriver or such to push the stick if it is jammed in there .
Can you roll it out away from the wall? Do believe those back panels are just screwed in the from the outside.
Worst case, just roll it out and cut a hole in the back so you can reach in and free up the jammed rods.
You can always cover the back with a piece of scrap —- then just pop-rivet it in place.
Best, Fred
Their website has good assembly instructions. Match your model number, then figure out the least amount of disassembly to open it.
https://files.elfsightcdn.com/1dc66879-82b0-43f4-b29a-b0cd089a9b1e/126383e3-2563-4f05-9576-a6c3d7625e24/UHD16236_Assembly_Instructions.pdf
There's already holes in the back for cables. My buddy has the full set up.