Garage Door Emergency Release Cord
An Important Garage Door Safety Component
The emergency release cord for garage doors is a necessary and mandatory safety element found in all modern garage door systems.
It consists of a cord or rope that enables the door to be opened manually, even in cases where the opener is malfunctioning or doesn’t have power.
If you have any concerns about the safety of your garage door or the emergency release cord, it’s best to quickly contact a professional.
At Precision, we install high-quality garage door parts to ensure the safe and smooth operation of your garage door.
Emergency Release Cord Replacement
Repairing or replacing the emergency release cord may occasionally be necessary. They’re not frequently used and don’t experience significant wear and tear (in most cases), but they can still deteriorate, rust, or break.
Without a functioning emergency release cord, you might have trouble getting your car out of the garage if a spring or cable breaks, or if there’s a power outage.
The emergency release cord should only be used when absolutely necessary (like in the situations above). If you do need to use it, here’s how:
- To start, be sure that your garage door is closed. Never try to use the emergency release cord when the door is open – it could crash down if a spring or cable is broken.
- Next, pull the emergency release cord to move the garage door freely.
- Open the garage door, and remember to close it again once you’ve finished.
- Re-engage the carriage by pulling the cord toward the door. This compresses the spring lever, allowing the two mechanisms to reconnect.
When to Call the Pros
If your garage door is difficult to open (even with the release cord), won’t open at all, or is stuck in the open position, it’s important to call a professional right away.
Whether you need a replacement or don’t feel comfortable operating the release cord on your own, Precision is here to help!
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