When considering which door opener is best for your garage door there are several factors for you to bear in mind. Before you choose from the large number of possibilities consider the following.
Converting to an electric garage door system is a straightforward matter and will ensure that the door work smoothly and effortlessly. However do check that an able bodied person would be able to open the door manually as adding a motor simply replaces their actions.
Choosing the correct operating mechanism for opening your garage door is linked to the kind of garage door installed. There are four main types of garage doors so this is a key factor in selecting the opening mechanism which will give the safest and most effective use.
Do note that he correct height adjustment for balancing your door is level with your chest. This ensures the spring tension required for lifting the door is correct. Broken springs or imbalanced doors prevent the electric operator`s effectiveness. Regular inspection and lubrication of the moving parts of your door should be carried out like routine maintenance of your other home installations.
Garage door mechanisms come in 4 main groups:
Up and Over -Retractable
Single panel door with springs at either side or a horizontal ceiling track to support the door in position when open. The bottom edge of the door in these types will be flush with the garage door frame when the door is in the fully open position. This type of door can be used with any type of operator and is popular for automation. The material, width and weight of the garage door need to be taken into account.
Up and over Canopy Doors
This type of door is identified by a large spring along the head of the door and which protrudes by about 600mm on opening. It is not recommended for safe automation although some systems are available. A safer option in our opinion would be to replace the canopy door with a retractable door mechanism or install new roller shutter garage doors
Sectional Garage Doors
Hinged panel doors which allow door to open by rising vertically within the garage door opening. These are ideal for automation and any type of AC/DC operator can be used. Operator’s recommended minimum clearance guidelines must be followed and checked before selecting.
Side Hinged Doors
Conversion of these doors from manual uses a conversion kit supplied by many manufacturers. The auto- reverse safety feature must function normally with the fitted operator.
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