Lockwood Wide Angle Door Viewer - 8V001-GL
The Lockwood 8V001-GL Wide Angle Door Viewer is a door viewing accessory designed to let occupants identify visitors before opening the door. It is suited to residential and light commercial entry doors where simple visual screening is required.
Wide angle door viewers are commonly fitted to front doors, apartment entry doors, and other internal access points where improved sight lines are preferred over narrower traditional viewers.
This product is supplied as a single general hardware item and is typically used as either a new fit accessory or a replacement viewer in an existing door preparation.
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Key Features
- Wide angle door viewer for improved visitor identification
- Suitable for entry door viewing applications
- Simple mechanical general hardware accessory
- Supplied as a single unit
- Useful for new installations or replacement work
Suitable Uses
- Residential front doors
- Apartment entry doors
- Internal access doors requiring visitor screening
- Replacement of existing door viewers
Full Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a digital door viewer?
No. This is a standard mechanical door viewer.
Does the supplied data confirm the door thickness?
No. The item listing confirms the product code and type, but does not publish a door thickness range for this exact model in the supplied source.
What is a common installation mistake to avoid?
Ordering a viewer without first checking the existing hole preparation or required viewer format can lead to fitment issues.
Additional Information
- Wide angle viewers are commonly chosen where users want a broader field of vision than a basic viewer provides.
- On replacement work, installers usually confirm both the hole size and the door thickness before ordering.
- This type of hardware is commonly specified on residential entry doors and apartment doors across Australia.
Lockwood branded products purchased new in Australia from authorised resellers are covered against defects in materials and workmanship for:
- Mechanical components: 25 years
- Electrical and electronic components: 2 years (excluding batteries)
Lockwood Warranty Overview
Lockwood branded products are covered by manufacturer warranties issued by ASSA ABLOY Australia Pty Ltd. Warranty periods vary depending on product type, mechanical components, electrical elements, and finish category.
This overview summarises the structure of Lockwood warranty coverage. Full terms, exclusions and claim procedures are set out in the official Lockwood Warranty document.
Warranty Periods Summary
Finish Coverage Guide
- Everbrass finishes: up to 25 years against corrosion, tarnishing and discolouration.
- Stainless steel, polished stainless steel, chrome plating and anodised finishes: typically up to 10 years.
- Decorative finishes including Antique Copper, Architectural Bronze, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Aged Brass, Polished Brass, Satin Brass and related variants: typically up to 2 years against corrosion.
- Unlacquered brass finishes will naturally age and change appearance over time. This is not considered a defect.
- Tea staining of stainless steel is not covered where cleaning and maintenance have not been followed.
What the Warranty Covers
- Defects in material and workmanship during the applicable warranty period.
- Assessment by ASSA ABLOY to determine repair, replacement with the same or closest equivalent product, or refund of purchase price.
Common Exclusions
- Normal wear and tear.
- Misuse, abuse, accidental damage or use outside published specifications.
- Improper maintenance or failure to follow care instructions.
- Unauthorised modification, repair or use of non-genuine parts.
- Exposure to corrosive environments including coastal air, salt spray, chemicals or pollution.
- Removal, refitment or associated labour charges.
- Products not originally sold in Australia through authorised channels.
Warranty Claim Process
- Retain proof of original purchase.
- Return the product through the original place of purchase where applicable.
- If claiming directly, obtain a case number before returning goods.
- Products must be securely packed and clearly identified.
- Warranty assessment determines repair, replacement or refund.
Australian Consumer Law
Lockwood warranties operate in addition to rights available under the Australian Consumer Law. Goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded. Customers may be entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
Where a product fails to meet acceptable quality standards and the failure does not amount to a major failure, the customer is entitled to repair or replacement.
Official Warranty Document
