How do I Open My Garage Door During a Power Outage?
Q: How do I open my garage door during a power outage?
A: It’s amazing how automatic garage doors have made life easier. With a single click, you can keep your belongings safe and dry. It takes zero effort to open and close a big garage door. However, the advantages can turn into a nightmare real quick when there is a power outage. But don’t worry; here are some tips to open your garage door manually, in case of a power outage.
1 . Grab A Flashlight
Keep a flashlight handy and head towards the garage opener.
2. Make Sure The Door Is Down
Before moving any further, make sure your garage door is fully closed. Attempting to release the opener with the door open is extremely dangerous. Also, if the spring is damaged and not balanced, disengaging the opener might result in the door quickly slamming down into the ground. Further, this will cause heavy damage to your garage door - not to mention potential bodily injuries.
3. Pull The Red Emergency Release Cord
The trolley of the garage door is equipped with a red emergency release cord. When the door is in the down position, you’ll find the cord at the front of the garage door. The trolley is attached to the garage door and opener carriage. It moves as the door opens and closes. Disengage the cord by pulling it down and towards the motor. Usually, this releases the trolley from the opener carriage; now, you can operate the door manually.
4. Lift Up The Garage Door Manually
After releasing the cord, you must be able to move the garage door manually with no difficulty. Use the lifting handle at the bottom panel or second section of your garage door to open or close it. However, if you find the door heavy to lift, contact a professional immediately as the door will feel heavy only when the spring is broken.
5. Reattach The Trolley
After taking your vehicle out of the garage, make sure to restore your door to electric mode. Close the door and pull the cord towards the garage door. Reattach the trolley and carriage opener by running the opener for a complete round, which is up and down. You will hear a click sound as the trolley and carriage pass each other. Now your door is fully engaged and back to automatic mode.