Even if we choose quality automatic closures, time, daily use, and weather conditions can deteriorate the functioning of doors.
Usually, a sectional garage door gets stuck due to a power outage or the sudden failure of its components.
But, what to do in such situations?
First of all, in case of a power outage, the motor may get stuck, and it may be necessary to open the sectional door manually from the inside or the outside: let’s see how to do it.
How to Open a Stuck Garage Door from the Inside
First, grasp the handle usually located under the motor of the sectional door and pull it downwards.
Now, the motor is unlocked, and it is possible to open it manually by holding the handle.
How to Open a Stuck Garage Door from the Outside
In the absence of electrical power, it is also possible to manually open your sectional door from the outside.
To do this, you usually use the special key provided on the day of installation. Once the motor is unlocked, you can manually open the door by holding the handle.
If the sectional door is still stuck, we can try several solutions and interventions that can be done independently or by experts:
- Mechanical inspection;
- Cleaning and dust removal;
- Lubrication of sliding parts;
- Checking and tightening screws.
Mechanical Inspection of Garage Doors
If the sectional door makes noises during operation, it is advisable to contact assistance as soon as possible to avoid prolonging the problem over time and risking worsening the situation. The mechanical inspection of garage doors is an operation that must be performed by professional technicians.
Dust and Debris Removal from Doors
Cleaning sectional doors is part of periodic maintenance operations. It is advisable to remove dust or dirt from the guides, sliding wheels, or photocells of the garage door using a brush or compressed air.
Cleaning the components of automatic doors helps to avoid the accumulation of deposits that could cause friction on the sliding doors, potentially compromising their functionality.
To clean your sectional door, you can simply use water and liquid neutral soap, avoiding degreasers or other aggressive detergents.
Lubricating the Balancing Springs of the Door
If we have installed a sectional door with balancing springs in our garage, we must also take care of the maintenance of these components: first, it is necessary to check that there are no dirt deposits and, if necessary, remove them to prevent them from affecting the operation.
In conclusion, the provided instructions are basic control and maintenance operations for sectional doors that tend to get stuck. Periodic inspection and checking of the settings and screws can also help to easily identify any malfunction before it escalates!
For more complex maintenance operations, it is always recommended to contact the nearest service center or the manufacturer or installer where the sectional garage door was purchased.