re: Garage Door Help

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I would check the force and travel settings on the opener itself. Get a ladder so you can see the side of the opener (sometimes its on the back) Usually a flat head screwdriver is used to adjust. There will be three holes - Up, Down, and Force. Try to note where the setting is before you start. Adjust the force one a little bit to the "+" side - half turn or less - and try the door again. Repeat till door opens properly. If that doesnt work, set it back to the original position you marked before hand.

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This happened with mine a couple years ago. Then last year a spring broke. I damn near shite my pants, and was glad I was in my vehicle when it happened and hadn't got out before closing the door. I ended up replacing both springs, and then had to readjust the settings on the opener. It can be quick, or it can be lengthy and tedious. Mine was opening just fine, but closing, the door would get about 6 inches off the ground and stop. I adjusted, and then it would slam into the ground and reverse itself, opening again. You have to find that sweet spot where it closes all the way but not hit so hard it thinks there is an obstruction and opens back up.