Install Guide
Before You Begin
Thank you for choosing Spika — the trusted name in firearm security.
For maximum protection and compliance with UK firearm regulations, your Spika Safe must be securely fixed to a solid wall or floor.
Please read through the full guide before installation.
What You’ll Need
- Electric drill
- Masonry or wood drill bits (depending on surface)
- Socket wrench or spanner
- Spirit level
- Pencil or marker
- Vacuum or dust brush
- Spika mounting bolts (included with your safe)
Step 1: Choose A Suitable Location
Please Refer To The Latest Firearms Security Handbook Or Speak Directly With Your FEO.
Please consider the following:
- The surface must be solid, dry, and level.
- Ensure there’s enough clearance for the safe door to open fully.
Step 2: Position The Safe
- Place your safe in the desired spot and use a spirit level to ensure it’s upright (some of our models are quite heavy, make sure you have assistance!).
- Open the door and mark fixing hole positions through the pre-drilled holes in the base (and back, if applicable).
Step 3: Drill the Fixing Holes
- Move the safe aside carefully.
- Drill holes to the correct depth for the supplied anchor bolts:
Use a masonry bit for concrete.
Use a wood bit for timber floors (ensure solid joist support).
- Clear away any dust or debris.
Step 4: Secure the Safe
- Reposition the safe and align the holes.
- Insert the supplied anchor bolts through the fixing holes.
- Tighten bolts firmly with a wrench while checking the safe remains level.
- Test stability — the safe should feel completely solid.
Step 5: Final Checks
- Open and close the door several times to ensure smooth operation.
- Confirm the locking mechanism engages securely.
- Store your keys in a separate, secure location (not inside the safe).
- Record your safe’s serial number for warranty and registration.
Maintenance Tips
- Check anchor bolts periodically for tightness.
- Keep the safe clean and dry to prevent corrosion.
- Never drill additional holes or modify the safe body.
- For assistance, contact Spika UK Support.
