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A garage door is the largest moving object in your home and is often operated by automatic openers. To ensure safe and trouble-free operation, proper installation, use, maintenance, and testing are essential. An improperly adjusted garage door or opener can generate dangerous force when closing, potentially leading to serious injuries or fatalities if someone is struck or trapped beneath it.


Safety Is Everyone's Responsibility

Simple precautions can protect your family and friends from harm. Please take a moment to review the following safety and maintenance tips. Refer to your garage door opener's manual for specific information related to your model, and then check the operation of your garage door and opener.


Garage Door Openers Are Not Toys

  • DO NOT stand or walk under a moving door!
  • DO NOT allow children or adults to play “beat the door.” This activity is dangerous and can lead to serious injury or death. Adults should set a positive example and know how to use the emergency release in case someone gets pinned under the door.
  • DO NOT let children play with or use transmitters or remote controls. Always keep these devices out of reach of children.
  • The pushbutton wall control should be placed at least 5 feet above the ground, away from all moving American parts. Ensure you mount and use the button in a location where you can clearly see the garage door as it operates.

Educate Your Children on Garage Door and Opener Safety

Garage door openers are not toys. Careless handling and allowing children to play with or use the controls can result in tragic accidents. Discuss garage door safety with your children and explain the risks of being trapped beneath the door.

When using the pushbutton or transmitter, keep the door in sight until it has completely stopped moving. Teach children never to play under or near an open garage door.

Instruct children to keep their hands and fingers away from section joints, hinges, tracks, springs, and other door components. Contact with a moving door or its hardware can cause serious injury, even in garage doors without automatic openers.


Routine Maintenance Can Prevent Accidents

Dedicate a few minutes each month to inspect and test your entire garage door system. Incorporating monthly inspections and tests into your routine can enhance safety for everyone. Make garage door and opener safety a priority in your home.

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