On Thu, 07 May 2009 23:52:54 -0500, Steve Barker
wrote:

wrote:
On Thu, 7 May 2009 19:18:51 -0700 (PDT), DS wrote:

The two laser units on the tracks for my garage door were damaged when
our garage flooded and then froze during the winter.
These are a safety feature but with no small children around, I don't
consider it necessary.
Is there any way of by-passing them? I tried twisting the wires to-
gether on each side. It didn't work. Then I joined the respective
wires from one side to the other across the opening. That didn't work
either. The laser beam is essentially a switch, isn't it?
If I can't bypass it, do I have to order the manufacturer's
replacement equipment (which will take time) or is there something
"generic' I can use?
Tx
ds
They CAN be bypassed.
Some work simply by disconnecting. You need to check the wiring
diagram that came with the opener.
IF you bypass it, make SURE the downforce limit is adjusted properly.

I've not encountered one that will work without them in the circuit
wired properly.

s

I found out last week that Martin Garage Door company has developed an
opener without the need for the sensors.

"Exclusive Soft-Touch Reverse Technology™

While Closing:
• The door & opener system reverses with just a soft touch-
eliminating the need for troublesome photo eyes

While Opening:

• The door & opener system will stop with just a soft touch-
eliminating the appeal for children to ride the door while it opens "

http://www.martindoor.com/Garage-Doo...r-Openers.aspx