Garage Door Safety - Do's and Don'ts
Garage door systems are made to operate safely
and reliably. The garage door is the largest moving
object in most homes. The door system must
be properly adjusted and regularly maintained in
order to function correctly.
 Springs, cables and other hardware attached to the
springs are under extreme tension and can result
in serious injury or death. Do not try to adjust or
repair spring assemblies. Only trained door systems
technicians should adjust or repair them!
 SAFETY CHECK
Visual Inspection -
Look at the garage door springs, cables, rollers,
pulleys, and other door hardware for signs of
wear. If you suspect problems, have the system
inspected by a trained door systems technician.
Avoid a Moving Door and Keep Hands and Fingers Clear -
Do not stand, walk, or run under a moving
door. Hands and fingers must be kept clear
from section joints, hinges, track, springs, and
other door parts.
Do Not Let Children Play With Transmitters
or Remote Controls -
Garage door operators are not toys. Keep transmitters
and controls out of the reach of children.
Push-button wall controls must be mounted high
enough to be out of the reach of children.
Only Operate The Door If You Can See It -
Keep the door in sight until it closes completely.
Test the Reversing Mechanism Monthly -
If an object obstructs the door as it is closing,
the door should reverse. If the door does not
reverse, have the door system inspected,
repaired, or replaced by a trained door systems
technician.
Test the Door Balance Monthly -
With the door in the closed position and the
operator disconnected, lift the door. It should
lift smoothly and with little resistance and
should remain open. If the door does not lift
smoothly or remain open, have the door
inspected and adjusted by a trained door systems
technician.
Test the Force Setting Monthly -
Standing outside the path of the door, try to
hold up the door to stop it from moving downward
as it closes. If the door does not easily
reverse, the force is excessive. Have the door
inspected and adjusted by a trained door systems
technician.
- From IDA (International Door Association) & DASMA ( Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association International)
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