Modern garage door openers use photo-eye safety sensors near the bottom of the garage door opening. If the sensor beam is blocked or the system detects a problem, the opener may prevent the door from closing normally.
Common Symptoms
- door starts closing then reverses
- door will not close
- opener light flashes
- door only closes while holding wall control
- inconsistent closing
- sensor indicator light appears abnormal
Simple Homeowner Checks
Homeowners can safely:
- remove obvious objects from the doorway
- gently clean sensor lenses
- check whether something is blocking the beam
Do not bypass or permanently defeat a garage-door safety system.
Problems Beyond the Sensors
Closing problems may also involve:
- track binding
- rollers
- opener settings
- door balance
- mechanical obstruction
- opener components
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