GARAGE OVERHEAD DOOR

 Safety:  Since the garage door is a large, moving object, periodic maintenance along with following the manufacturer's instructions will insure safe and reliable operation. 

Do not allow anyone except the operator near the door when it is on motion. Keep hands and fingers away from all parts of the door except the handle. Do not allow children to play with, or around, the door.

 For your safety, after the expiration of the one year warranty, have an needed adjustments made by a qualified specialist. The door springs are under a considerable amount of tension and require special tools and knowledge for accurate and safe servicing. Have the door inspected by a professional garage door technician after the significant impact to the door.

30 Weight Oil:  Every six months a 30 weight automobile oil or similar lubricant should be applied to all moving parts: tracks, rollers, hinges, pulleys, and springs. At this interval, check to see that all hardware is tight and operating as intended without binding or scraping.

 Oil Drips on Cars:  Do not over lubricate to prevent drips on cars or the concrete floor. 

Wax:  Paraffin wax, rubbed on the side jambs, will help the door to operate smoothly. 

Sag:  It is normal for the garage door to sag somewhat due to weight and span. This will stabilize after the panels have dried. 

Opener:  If an electric door operator is installed, be sure the door is completely unlocked and the pull down rope has been removed before using the operator.

 Painting:  The garage door should be repainted when the home is repainted or more often if needed to maintain a satisfactory appearance.

 Lock:  If the lock becomes stiff, a graphite lubricant will make it work more easily. Do not use oil on a lock as it will stiffen in winter and make the lock difficult to operate.

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