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posted on November 02, 2009 at 10:16PM Inappropriate?
I just installed a 1/2 hp model 953985 garage door openier. Travel limits adjusted just fine using the wired remote on the wall, but when I used the wireless (car) remote, it went all haywire, and seemd to "dump" the travel adjustments. Now it reverses at the bottom, and runs all the way up against the top of the door rail when I raise it. Travel adjustment seems to have no affect at all. Any suggestions? Thanks.
replies: 4 latest post: November 03, 2009 at 03:54PM by SHC-AlexO
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posted on November 03, 2009 at 06:28AM
 

Hi blainebo-Welcome to MySears!  There are probably a few community members who can help out with that question.  Another great resource for home repair or appliance answers is www.managemyhome.com.  This is a companion site for Sears.com, and has a few experts who can help, too.

posted on November 03, 2009 at 01:02PM
 

Do the lights blink 10 times when the door has reversed to the top.  I am having a similar problem, but my unit is not new (about 3 years old).  All of a sudden it will close and reverse when it reaches the bottom.  I have tried adjusting the limit controls without any result.  It is hit and miss, sometimes it will reverse, sometimes it closes as it should.  In my case it doesn't matter if I use the wall control or remote to adjust the limits. The blinking light seems to be a diagnostic code, but the owners manual doesn't mention anything.  I don't want to spend a hundred dollars calling out a tech if this means the unit is bagged.

posted on November 03, 2009 at 02:26PM
 
In response to RetiredBob's post from November 03 2009 01:02PM

No, I don't get any lights when it reverses at the bottom.  I think the light blinking is an indication the safety sensors on the bottom are sensing an obstruction...at least that's what my owner's manual says. Mine is like the limit controls are just not working at all.

posted on November 03, 2009 at 03:51PM
 

Have you checked the "Answers" section on Manage My Home? There are over 1,000 garage door troubleshooting questions posted there. Several of the answers I looked through seemed similar to your problem. If your specific question isn't already posted you can ask one of our product specialists.

http://www.managemyhome.com/mmh/answers/Answers.action

 

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