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Buffdaddy
07-21-09, 03:53 PM
HI guys:

I have installed my first garage door opener over the weekend, a 1/2hp belt Craftsman. I ended up overheating the opener about 6 times while making the adjustments, I had a bit of a time with them but is working fine now.

Can overheating the opener (thermal switch engaged) 6 times cause any damage the the opener? all seems to be working fine, just wondering?

Thanks

Just Bill
07-21-09, 04:27 PM
Multiple cycles on a GDO will cause the thermal protection to trip. Not unusual. That is why it is there, for motor/circuit protection. I would not have recommended the Sears opener, but it will last many years.
Buffdaddy
07-21-09, 04:44 PM
Multiple cycles on a GDO will cause the thermal protection to trip. Not unusual. That is why it is there, for motor/circuit protection. I would not have recommended the Sears opener, but it will last many years.

What model would you buy?

I notice on the down movement the motor makes a buzz/humming noise for the first part of the push, then goes away after the door track around the curve. I am assuming there is more force needed to track around the curve, maybe the motor is straining a bit. wasn't sure if overheating damaged anything. The thermal switch should eliminate the possibility of damage?

Cheers!

Donald_
07-21-09, 05:05 PM
It won't hurt the opener. The thing I like most about DIY opener installs is how much a person learns. And the owners manual stays in your home where it belongs. Most installers take them with them.
Buffdaddy
07-21-09, 05:25 PM
It won't hurt the opener. The thing I like most about DIY opener installs is how much a person learns. And the owners manual stays in your home where it belongs. Most installers take them with them.

Thanks for the reply,I was going to pay to have it installed, but decided to tackle it myself, like you said, the learn, it is the only way to know the ins and outs.. I am in a new home and two others on the street are looking for help on there installs, all the homes are pre-wired and makes for a nice clean look.


Thanks
Mike