If it's not broke, don't fix it?

Garage doors are one of those things in our homes that we just don't take that much time to understand. Most of us just think if it's not broke then don't fix it. Unfortunately easy adjustments are ignored and they can really cost a home owner. The good news is that most small repairs can be prevented by some monthly check list. Here is some do's from Amarr's do's and don't list.

This a great list but if you would like some free advice or just answers to questions give me a call at 858-751-2580. Here's the list!

	Do!
	Monthly Maintenance Checklist Garage Door Opener Reversal Test Force Setting Test Additional Safety Devices Garage Door Visual Inspection: Springs, Rollers, Pulleys, Cables and Track Lubrication, Door Balance.

	Do!
	There are routine safety and maintenance steps that you should follow once a month. Review your owner's manual for the door opener. If you don't have the owner's manual, look for the opener model number on the back of the power unit and request a manual from the manufacturer.

Reversal Test

Make sure your opener has a reversing feature. If a reversing feature is not present, it should be replaced. Garage door openers manufactured after January 1, 1993 are required by federal law to have advanced safety features which comply with the latest U.L. 325 standards. Contact your manufacturer or installer for additional information.Test the reversing feature every month.

First, test the balance of the door (see "Testing and Maintaining The Garage Door"). If the door is properly balanced, then proceed.

With the door fully open, place a 1-1/2" thick piece of wood (a 2"x 4" laid flat) on the floor in the center of the door.

Push the transmitter or wall button to close the door. The door must reverse when it strikes the wood. (Note that the bottom part of "one piece doors" must be rigid so that the door will not close without reversing.)

If the door does not reverse, have it repaired or replaced. Have a qualified individual adjust, repair or replace the opener or door.

Force Setting Test

Test the force setting of your garage door opener by holding the bottom of the door as it closes. If the door does not reverse readily, the force may be excessive and need adjusting. See your owner's manual for details on how to make the adjustment. Test the reversing feature after any adjustment.

Additional Safety Devices

Many garage door openers can be equipped with additional safety devices. Consider adding a photo eye or edge sensor as an extra measure of safety to protect against entrapment. Keep in mind that adding more safety devices will not make an old opener meet the current U.L. standards.

Make sure the additional safety devices, such as photo eyes or edge sensors, are properly installed and adjusted (see owners' manual).

You can find more information by visiting our website www.gdugaragedoors.com or calling me at the office at 858-751-2580!

Cheers,

Shawn Black
Garage Doors Unlimited