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4. Check the garage door owner’s manual for
instructions on conducting the reversal test
and for making necessary adjustments.
5. Repeat the first two steps after making the
proper adjustments. The door should reverse
immediately upon contacting the wood.
SERVICE TIP: If the door still fails to
reverse have it serviced by a professional.
Until it’s repaired, close the door and
disconnect it from the opener. Don’t use
it until it’s repaired.
Checking the photocells
The photocells on your garage door are located
on either side, about five inches above the floor.
They project a light beam from one side to the
other. Check them monthly.
On properly functioning photocells, there is one
constant red light and one constant green light.
On improperly functioning photocells, there
is one flashing red light. Common reasons
include non-aligned beams, a loose wire,
or a blocked beam.
If the beam is broken and you use the remove
control or wall button to shut the door, it will
reverse. The door will close if you hold the
button until it’s fully closed but that doesn’t
solve the issue.
Clear the lens of the photocell of anything
that may be obstructing it such as cobwebs
or leaves. Contact a professional if the
problem persists.
