Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch

I know that if the object-sensor safety electric eye is obstructed, the
door reverses immediately after it starts down-- but I can't figure out
what would cause it to reverse at the one-foot level.

The opener has worked fine for years. The stop-activation levers for
raising and lowering haven't moved and are in the correct place, I
haven't touched the closing force or other adjustment screws on the
motor head, and the tracks and rollers appear OK too.

Ideas?

On 12/19/19 9:48 AM, Wade Garrett wrote:
Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch

I know that if the object-sensor safety electric eye is obstructed, the
door reverses immediately after it starts down-- but I can't figure out
what would cause it to reverse at the one-foot level.

The opener has worked fine for years. The stop-activation levers for
raising and lowering haven't moved and are in the correct place, I
haven't touched the closing force or other adjustment screws on the
motor head, and the tracks and rollers appear OK too.

Ideas?




If you disconnect the opener and raise and lower the door manually, do
you notice any binding at 1 foot level?

On Thu, 19 Dec 2019 09:48:27 -0500, Wade Garrett
wrote:

Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch

I know that if the object-sensor safety electric eye is obstructed, the
door reverses immediately after it starts down-- but I can't figure out
what would cause it to reverse at the one-foot level.

The opener has worked fine for years. The stop-activation levers for
raising and lowering haven't moved and are in the correct place, I
haven't touched the closing force or other adjustment screws on the
motor head, and the tracks and rollers appear OK too.

Ideas?



Sure seems like an obstruction ...
Perhaps the obstruction isn't at the bottom edge of the door opening -
but is happening further up on the track ?
or something snagging near the top of the door ?
I have rough storage over the garage door and on both sides
of the door - and I can see how it could happen to me.
John T.

On Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 9:48:33 AM UTC-5, Wade Garrett wrote:
Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch

I know that if the object-sensor safety electric eye is obstructed, the
door reverses immediately after it starts down-- but I can't figure out
what would cause it to reverse at the one-foot level.

The opener has worked fine for years. The stop-activation levers for
raising and lowering haven't moved and are in the correct place, I
haven't touched the closing force or other adjustment screws on the
motor head, and the tracks and rollers appear OK too.

Ideas?

Have you looked for a leaf or similar hanging from the bottom of the door?

In article , says...
Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch




It could be binding. Maybe the rollers need oiling. While doubtful,
could be weak springs.

On 12/19/2019 11:01 AM, Ralph Mowery wrote:
In article , says...
Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch




It could be binding. Maybe the rollers need oiling. While doubtful,
could be weak springs.


That can do it as it is similar to hitting an obstruction. Some openers
also have a setting for travel that may habe gotten out of adjustment.

On Thu, 19 Dec 2019 09:48:27 -0500, Wade Garrett wrote:

Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch

I know that if the object-sensor safety electric eye is obstructed, the
door reverses immediately after it starts down-- but I can't figure out
what would cause it to reverse at the one-foot level.

The opener has worked fine for years. The stop-activation levers for
raising and lowering haven't moved and are in the correct place, I
haven't touched the closing force or other adjustment screws on the
motor head, and the tracks and rollers appear OK too.

Ideas?


My Genie (screw drive) was doing that about a year after I had it installed.
About 7 years ago. The installer came out and replaced the circuit board.
Said it was a known failure, and he had plenty seen plenty of them.

On 12/19/19 9:53 AM, Woody wrote:
On 12/19/19 9:48 AM, Wade Garrett wrote:
Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch

I know that if the object-sensor safety electric eye is obstructed,
the door reverses immediately after it starts down-- but I can't
figure out what would cause it to reverse at the one-foot level.

The opener has worked fine for years. The stop-activation levers for
raising and lowering haven't moved and are in the correct place, I
haven't touched the closing force or other adjustment screws on the
motor head, and the tracks and rollers appear OK too.

Ideas?




If you disconnect the opener and raise and lower the door manually, do
you notice any binding at 1 foot level?

No, seems OK.

On 12/19/19 12:14 PM, Vic Smith wrote:
On Thu, 19 Dec 2019 09:48:27 -0500, Wade Garrett wrote:

Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch

I know that if the object-sensor safety electric eye is obstructed, the
door reverses immediately after it starts down-- but I can't figure out
what would cause it to reverse at the one-foot level.

The opener has worked fine for years. The stop-activation levers for
raising and lowering haven't moved and are in the correct place, I
haven't touched the closing force or other adjustment screws on the
motor head, and the tracks and rollers appear OK too.

Ideas?


My Genie (screw drive) was doing that about a year after I had it installed.
About 7 years ago. The installer came out and replaced the circuit board.
Said it was a known failure, and he had plenty seen plenty of them.

This one has been in service for many, many years-- at least 15, maybe
more...

On Thu, 19 Dec 2019 09:48:27 -0500, Wade Garrett
wrote:

Got an older model Genie screw drive garage door opener (IS, ISL, IC
series) that started reversing the lowering door when its bottom edge
reached about a foot from the ground yesterday. It happened when
activated by either the remote transmitter or the wall switch

I know that if the object-sensor safety electric eye is obstructed, the
door reverses immediately after it starts down-- but I can't figure out
what would cause it to reverse at the one-foot level.

The opener has worked fine for years. The stop-activation levers for
raising and lowering haven't moved and are in the correct place, I
haven't touched the closing force or other adjustment screws on the
motor head, and the tracks and rollers appear OK too.

Ideas?


Something stuck to the door interrupting the safety beam?? About the
right height - - - -

In article , says...

This one has been in service for many, many years-- at least 15, maybe
more...



I may just be worn out. Maybe the screw in binding. I have a screw
type opener and every couple of years I hae to give the screw a good
spray of some Tri-Flow to keep it lubercated.