Door opener problem

[bdhsfz6]

FYI: When you use a jackshaft operator there is no bar pushing on the top of the door when closed. This can cause a very large gap between the door and the door frame at the top which is difficult to adjust. Not a problem for unheated buildings unless small critters decide to move in.

On all my doors, the top rollers on each side can be adjusted to eliminate this gap.

 

[not2old]

On all my doors, the top rollers on each side can be adjusted to eliminate this gap.

My problem was with a 16 foot wide door where the ends shut OK but the centre was open. This could be adjusted with a brace across the top but the adjustment changes with the temperature.

 

[aircommuter]

Not sure of the model you have but some models have an issue with the timing module.

 

[bdhsfz6]

My problem was with a 16 foot wide door where the ends shut OK but the centre was open. This could be adjusted with a brace across the top but the adjustment changes with the temperature.

My 10' doors also have some flex, so the center can have a gap but the sides are snug. I added a section of angle iron to stiffen the top edge.

It doesn't have to cover the entire door width. An 8' section works on my 10' doors.

The flexible vinyl molding around the door edge seals any remaining open space and allows for temperature changes.

 

[dougtrr2]

Most openers will bypass an eye, but you have to hold down the button. This is to be able to close a door with defective eye, until eye can be replaced. Its done this on my genie, chamberlin and old sears closer.

This is why I read so many of the different posts on this forum. I did not know that holding the wired button down would bypass the electric eye. I immediately verified it on my door opener. I am smarter than when I woke up this morning.

Doug in SW IA

 

[Williy]

some info for ya Dodge:

If your Chamberlain 1/2 HP garage door opener remote isn't closing the door, the most likely culprits are: dead batteries in the remote, misaligned safety sensors, a faulty remote needing reprogramming, or a problem with the motor unit itself; check the sensor alignment, replace the remote batteries, and try reprogramming the remote to the opener if necessary.

Common problems with a Chamberlain 1/2 HP garage door opener include: issues with the remote control (low battery, not programmed), faulty safety sensors misalignment, motor problems (overheating, worn out), power supply issues (circuit breaker tripped), damaged wires, incorrect door limit settings, and a malfunctioning control board; if your door won't open or close fully, check for obstructions in the track or potential issues with the door springs as well.




willy

 

[RVAWeekendWarrior]

If you give up, Amazon has the belt drive with battery backup on sale for 177.63. The app is handy, I'll open the garage in the morning in the summer to cool it off from inside.

Limited-time deal: CHAMBERLAIN B2215T Garage Door Opener with Battery Backup, Black Amazon.com

 

[grsthegreat]

I think the op already replaced his opener a few posts back.

 

[grsthegreat]

I like my new chamberlain units. I got the slightly upgraded unit from lowes. It has a smart indoor button with motion lights. Now when i open door at night to go into garage, the opener lights come on by themselves. I also use the wifi function when snowblowing in winter. I can open the doors from tractor to prevent damage, and dont have to leave an opener control inside the tractor. I also have mine set to close automatically at 8pm in case we left the door open.

 

[Mike sandor]

FYI: When you use a jackshaft operator there is no bar pushing on the top of the door when closed. This can cause a very large gap between the door and the door frame at the top which is difficult to adjust. Not a problem for unheated buildings unless small critters decide to move in.

Just built a house with attached garage. 3 big, heavy garage, doors. 2 of them are
16’ high. I too wanted the jackshaft openers. They delivered tee bar units. I was ticked off as I already installed all the wiring for the jackshaft units. They subsequently sent me one jackshaft unit which I installed on one of the smaller doors. The door distributer came out to the building site to discuss the mix up. Now understand, they supplied the doors and openers. The rep took one look at the door that had the jackshaft opener installed and stated that this opener is not rated for the door and in fact a safety issue. I asked him to explain. Since the jackshaft is directly tied to the torsion shaft, if one or both cables break, that doors is coming down. That got my attention, as these doors are in excess of 700lbs! With a tee bar unit, you lose a cable, the tee bar attachment is going to hold the door in place, probably cocked in the track, but not drop to the floor. Needless to say, I installed three tee bar units on these doors. A pain in the but as my garage walls are 19’ tall and I am not a fan of heights.