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Lock on gas meter box won't turn

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The key fits firmly, but it won't turn to release the internal tab that holds the door in position. Any suggestions appreciated.

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  • Try pushing the door in a little while turning.
    Give it a spray of WD40.
  • grumbler
    grumbler Posts: 58,629 Forumite
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    Try pushing the door in a little while turning.
    ... and pushing the key (IIRC)
  • Hi,


    is it metal or plastic?


    If not been opened for some time could be corrosion,try the squirty stuff.
  • Belenus
    Belenus Posts: 2,753 Forumite
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    Are you turning it the correct way?

    Have you tried turning it both clockwise and anticlockwise?
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