How To Fit A Garage Door Opener

Many people prefer to leave the installation of their new garage doors in professional hands.

How to fit a garage door opener.

For instructions on how to install a new garage door opener see how to install a garage door opener. Securely mounted hardware and rails. If the door is closing and the beam between the eyes is interrupted the door will automatically reverse. Readjust the opener s limit switches weight sensors and safety reverse system as needed.

When buying a garage door opener choose a 1 3 hp or 1 2 hp garage door opener for a single garage door 1 3 hp can be hard to find at some home centers. Push the wall control button to test the opener operation. Attach brackets to the ceiling and door and position the end of the rail above the closed door. Just press a button and the garage door will move automatically.

Most garage door openers feature a carriage that runs on a rail or along a tube from a motor to the front of the garage and an arm connects the carriage to the garage door. They allow you to open or close your garage door from a safe distance. Garage door openers must be installed properly to ensure the mechanism fits to specifications and operates safely. Choose the right garage door opener.

To install a garage door opener first assemble the rail carriage pulley and motor compartment according to the instructions. Open the garage door by hand until the door arm engages with the opener carriage. Lift the motor compartment into place on the ceiling and attach the rail and carriage to the bracket on the door. Follow the included instructions to hook up the opener and fasten it to the spring system with a pulley and cable.

Garage door openers come in several varieties. To do it you don t need to get out of the car. Reinstall the sprocket cover if applicable and plug the opener power cord into the ceiling outlet. Install the garage door opener.

Go with 1 2 hp for a double door and 3 4 hp for a door that has a wood or faux wood overlay they can be heavy.