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Opener does not run 1. Check power source.
from Remote Control A. If Opener isconnected to an outlet:
• Plug a working lamp into outlet used for Power Head.
• If lamp glows, power source and outlet are OK.
. If not, check fuse or circuit breaker or non-compatible GFCl.
NOTE:A licensed electrician must replace non-compatible GFCI's.
B. If Opener is connected to a wiring box:
. Check fuse is not blown, or circuit breaker is"Closed" (not tripped).
. If still no power, have a licensed electrician check circuit and wiring.
2. If power is OK:
. Check connections at Power HeadTerminals (seeWall Console Installation page 18), tightening any
loose connections.
Have a Genie Factory Authorized Dealer check that Ribbon Cable between Controller Board and Motor Drive
Board is properly connected to Connectors on Circuit Boards, or call Customer Service at 1-800-3S-GENIE.
Door Opener starts . Check Wires to ensure that they are not cut (Stapes can cut insulation and short Wires).
for no apparent reason Replace any shorting Staples and shorted Wires.
. Was Remote Control lost or stolen? If so, eraseall Remote Control codes from Receiver's memory
and reprogram for remaining remote controls. (SeeEraseAll Receiver Memory on page 22).
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Door starts down, then . Check Close Limit Switch setting (see Set Limit Switches and Force Controls on page 20).
stops before it is Adjust as needed.
completely closed . Check for shorted Wires.
. Check garage door for binding.
Door starts down, then • If a new installation, check Door Arm position.
stops and goes back up • Check operation of Contact Reversefunction.
• Check Safe-T-Beam®Systemfor beam obstruction or misalignment of Lenses.
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• CheckSafe-T-Beam Systemdiagnostic code.
• Check CloseForceadjustment (seeSetLimit Switchesand ForceControls on page 20). Adjust as needed.
. Checkgaragedoor for binding.
Door will only run closed • CheckOpen Limit Switch for a short circuit and for proper wiring.
. CheckOpen Force adjustment (seeSetLimit Switchesand ForceControls on page 20). Adjust asneeded.
. Checkcondition of garage door and door spring(s).
. J:_R __}6.Ifyou suspect a problem with the garage door hardware or springs,contact a Genie
FactoryAuthorized De aler for service,orcontact Customer Serviceat 1-800-3S-GENIE.
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Door will only run open • Check Safe-T-Beam System asdetailed in the Safe-T-Beam®SystemSelf-diagnosticTroubleshooting Chart
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(seeSafe-T-Beam SystemSelf-diagnosticTroubleshooting Sectionon page 26).
. CheckCloseLimit Switch for a short circuit and for proper wiring.
. CheckCloseForceadjustment (seeSetLimit Switchesand ForceControls on page 20). Adjust as needed.
Lights will not turn off . DisconnectWires connecting Wall Console to Power Head(seeWallConsole Installation on page 18).
Checktheir condition and either replace or reconnect.
. Until a replacement Wall Consolecan be obtained, disconnectWall Consoleand useonly Remote Controls
or WirelessKeypadto operate Opener.
Door starts up, but stops • Check (ensure) that garage door and Opener are in good repair,properly lubricated, and properly
before it is balanced as detailed in Maintenance Section.
corn pletely open . W _ H' : If you suspecta problem with the garage door hardware or springs,contact a Genie
FactoryAuthorized De aler for service,orcontact Customer Serviceat 1-800-3S-GENIE.
. CheckOpen Limit Switch for a short circuit and for proper wiring.
. CheckOpen Forceadjustment (seeSet Limit Switchesand ForceControls on page20). Adjust as needed.
Operator runs,but door • EnsureMagnetic CarriageAssembly is engaged to RailDrive Screw(seeInstall Magnetic CarriageAssembly
does not move onto Railson page 10).
. CheckForceadjustment (seeSet Limit Switchesand ForceControls on page 20).Adjust as needed.
. Checkthat all sectionsof RailDrive Screwareturning when Motor runs. If not:
- Checkcondition (not cracked,split,or broken) and placement of Coupler. Replaceas needed.
- Checkcondition (not cracked,split,or broken) and placement of Collar and Clip. Replacethem
as needed.
Wall ConsoleVacation . EnsureMagnetic CarriageAssembly is in contact with Close Limit Switch.
Lockfunction does . Checkwhen door isfully closed,that Carriageactivates Close Limit Switch. If not,adjust position of Close
not work Limit Switch (Seepage 19).