05/18/2026
✨ Garage Door Safety Month highlights the critical role of photo eye sensors and the auto~reverse mechanisms. Photo eyes are a federally mandated safety feature that detects obstructions in a closing door’s path, bringing accidents down to almost zero. ☁️
✨ The Importance of Photo Eyes ~
• How They Work: Photo eyes project an invisible infrared beam across the bottom of your garage door opening (typically 3 to 6 inches off the ground). 🪸
• Safety Mechanism: If a person, pet, or object breaks this beam, the garage door opener will instantly halt and reverse before impact. 🛡️
• The Law: Since January 1, 1993, all automatic residential garage door openers sold in the U.S. are legally required to be equipped with this entrapment protection. ☀️
✨ Common Issues & Maintenance ~
• Dirt and Debris: Dust, cobwebs, or mud on the sensor lenses can block the beam, causing the door to stop or refuse to close. 🕸️
• Misalignment: Accidentally bumping the sensors can cause them to face away from one another. The system will flash an error light, and the door will not close. 🚨
• Troubleshooting: Simply wiping the lenses with a microfiber cloth and gently adjusting the brackets until they face each other usually fixes the problem. 🧼
✨ Contact us today for all of your garage door needs! ⚓️
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