garage door opener problem

[zkslawn]

in the winter our garage door seems to really struggle.. so i figured it was because the actual motor was cold..so i insulated the box.. still works like ****.. any ideas .. could it be the grease?

 

[Teken]

1. Can you open and close the door manually with some effort? If not I would have a professional verify that the door is properly balanced.

2. Are all the wheels and tracks properly lubricated? If not buy some approved lubricant to reduce the amount of friction.

3. Are the door tracks properly aligned? If not, either repair it, or hire someone who can assist you.

4. Is there any ice build-up on any areas? If so clear the debris, and ensure that the gasket is not also freezing to the pad.

5. If the door opener is very old (more than 10 years) it might be time for a new motor. No need to throw it out, you simply have to replace the motor.

Regards

EVIL Teken . . .

 

[zkslawn]

do you know where to get a new motor?

 

[rwhite692]

Is it a screw-drive Genie?

 

[Door-Man]

do you know where to get a new motor?

Where are you located?

I noticed you mentioned grease. Have you greased the track or rail? Do not do this I repeat do not use grease on your track where the rollers are.
How old is it? Could be a number of things.

 

[zkslawn]

Dead center of ct.. i didn't grease anything.. good thing i didn't... i have a feeling its the motor bcuz its at least 10 years old.. its sears brand..

 

[PassnThru]

I have two Craftsman screw drive openers in my garage and they have been finicky during cold weather ever since they were new. The grease on the track gets hard when it gets cold and makes the opener work harder. I finally just increased the downforce on my openers to the point where they would consistently close and open. Of course, test it after you get it set at the right point to make sure it will reverse if it hits an obstruction.

 

[Door-Man]

yes you can adjust pressure but it will burn up the motor. If you got 10 years out of a sears motor you can be pleased. I don't install them because I don't trust their longevity. If you decide its time for a new motor, I strongly recomend LiftMaster. This is my job and I only install LiftMaster motors, because the others are inferior.

 

[Snap50]

yes you can adjust pressure but it will burn up the motor. If you got 10 years out of a sears motor you can be pleased. I don't install them because I don't trust their longevity. If you decide its time for a new motor, I strongly recomend LiftMaster. This is my job and I only install LiftMaster motors, because the others are inferior.

Our Sears openers are 27 years old and hanging in there.

 

[Door-Man]

Our Sears openers are 27 years old and hanging in there.

maybe 27 years ago they made them to a different standard?
If you like them get them. I just prefer LiftMaster