ULPT: The vast majority of commercial coin-operated laundry machines can be opened with the same 3 key models from Greenwald industries. Here's how to figure out which one you need.
Posted by cowboy_dude_6@reddit | UnethicalLifeProTips | View on Reddit | 26 comments
I've seen similar posts to this, but have not seen specifics posted here about which key models are commonly used.
Most commercial and apartment coin operated washers and dryers use the same set of tubular lock models manufactured by Greenwald Industries for their control panels. These are almost always keyed alike (that is, all machines of the same type use the same keys). However, the key used varies by model.
The vast majority of machines use one of these three key models: GR777, GR800, or GR888. All three are available on Amazon for $10-20. In my experience, Kenmore and Whirlpool machines use a combination of GR800 and GR888. I believe (but have not confirmed myself) that machines that say "Speed Queen" on the front usually use the GR777. These keys will work regardless of whether your lock has "Gi" or "ESD" imprinted on it.
If you don't know for sure which key you need, google the specific model number and look for replacement lock sets. Focus on the pictures that come up -- usually the manual does not specify which key is used, but third parties will often post pictures in which you can make out the key number. It's usually printed on the side of the key itself. Or, to save yourself the trouble of multiple orders, try ordering 2 or 3 of these at once and simply return the ones that don't work for your machines.
I did a deep dive on this after realizing I had personally put enough quarters into my apartment washer over the last 3 years to pay for the entire unit, which is complete BS in my opinion. Stop giving your landlord free money!
MikookOption@reddit
You know this is for stealing money. You should be in jail.
cowboy_dude_6@reddit (OP)
This is for starting the machines, not for taking the quarters. No one is stealing any money here.
crearyasian@reddit
The water and electricity cost 50¢ at most, the $2 price is greed.
Big_Impact1125@reddit
a judge would laugh at this and hit you with the same crime: conspiracy....people shouldn't be going in there in the first place
Admirable_Dust_2568@reddit
our machine seems to have a flat key instead of tubular— are these universal too?
s4y4@reddit
Did you happen to find the correct key here? Ours also have flat
delicateeggy@reddit
Hi I have Whirlpool coin-op washer and dryer and I've followed this advice. Posting here to share the specs of my machines and the GR777 key I just ordered to unlock the Lock-Cam box. I can update when I get the key, otherwise I'll be ordering other GR777 keys online.
whirlpool heavy duty commercial washer and dryer (does NOT say "Speed Queen")
washer top loading
washer model: CAM275KQ0
dryer model: CEM2750KQ3
parts number for the lock-cam (to find pictures of tubular key): Lock-Cam W11315637 (for both washer and dryer) --> seems to be GR777 key on multiple sites.
ordered this GR777 key from Amazon for $20 with 288 reviews, 4 stars
Fingers crossed! Took me a long time to find this info on reddit so hoping these details can help someone else on here. Cheers!
Kacomba@reddit
my laundry changed original locks to regular locks 🔒🔑
Significant-Cat-8969@reddit
https://greenwaldindustries.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/lockkey.pdf
i_m_possible_@reddit
I’ve been working on a huebsch fryer listed above for a couple days now and the issue is that the dryer stops working mid way and resets itself . Is there a way to run a test cycle through the maintenance access ?
HUEBSCH COMMERCIAL FRONT CONTROL SINGLE DRYER – PREP FOR COIN SKU:HDENDAGS173CW01
Aromatic_College4820@reddit
So this cylindrical key opens the top part of the box, but I’ve read that it just leads to electrical stuff? My machine has 2 locked compartments; the top and front. Looks like the top is that cylindrical key but the front is a regular flat key. Any suggestions?
paddywh4ck@reddit
When you open the box, there is a switch that the coin tray hits when it enters. You gotta find that and then flip it.
i_m_possible_@reddit
Are you talking about the washer. What about the dryer ?
Dramatic_Explosion@reddit
I've run into that issue with newer washers. The old ones have the sliding tray, easy to flip the switch. The new ones feed in one coin at a time and I'm not sure how to get around that.
paddywh4ck@reddit
I used this method to use my building's dryer. It worked! I'm amazed-- there was a little button on the inside of the box that's triggered when you have enough quarters. So I just pushed the button once and it worked!
But I do have an issue, and I'm hoping folks may know what's up. On the washers, this worked fine. But on the dryers, they kept going indefinitely and kept lighting up-- so it looks like it could go for infinite cycles (which would be great if it weren't for the fact that now I'm certain we'll get caught). We tried unplugging the machine but no luck. Any ideas?
GenericStrengthName@reddit
Did you figure out how to stop the infinite cycle?
paddywh4ck@reddit
Yes! Whew. We let it run a few times and it ended up working out. I think my partner may have pressed the button a few times but in future times, we made sure only to press once and it was fine 😅 thank you all for asking!
i_m_possible_@reddit
Which dryer have you been using ? I have a front loading huebsch
Fleshjunky@reddit
Did you find a solution for the dryer?
Kratoswasiswillbe@reddit
just spitballing but did you try putting money in and using it then. Maybe it'll "reset" or something?
Pilfercate@reddit
Tubular lockpicks. Takes seconds and next to no effort with practice. Use responsibly.
HBHenry714@reddit
I bought one of these and it doesn’t fit. Too small.
Sure-Ad2827@reddit
They sell a 3 piece set. One of the 3 will fit. I used one at my old apartment and just opened the controls. I just had to pull a little bar back and the machine started
ConditionOk3535@reddit
That’s what she said.
Outside_Mirror4@reddit
Thank you for this in-depth advice. I'll be putting it to use real soon 🤑
PuzzleheadedMeat8551@reddit
Laundromat