I don’t disagree with all the sentiments expressed as to the worthiness of the security system. All I’m saying is that the nature of that system will be asked for during the process of applying for insurance. If something is disabled it is a modification from the underwriter’s point of view and alters the “risk”.

But back to the main subject in this topic. I have today partially dismantled the item I replaced some months ago. On first inspection I can’t see anything broken etc. So if playing with the levers proves to be ineffective and the door card is “wrecked” to gain access I believe that removing the cover that secures the lock to the door would not be straightforward . It would be necessary to grind the screw heads down until they release the entire assembly.
If superlock is not engaged release through the various levers should be possible. If superlock is engaged I think it is a totally different matter. Other than knowing that the basic means to open the lock are prevented I have yet to discover how or why.

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