Removal of torsion springs first of all lock the door in the closed position.
Remove garage door opener.
Pull down on this cord to disconnect the trolley from the automatic opening system.
Unplug the existing garage door opener.
Remove the garage door springs.
To remove an electric garage door opener first close the garage door all the way.
You can either use the locks installed on the door or use clamps or locking pliers as shown in figure 1.
Look to the end of the rail that hides the screw belt or chain to find the manual pull handle and the bracket to which it.
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Start your garage door replacement project by removing the old one.
Pull down on the door s manual release cord.
Loosen the brackets securing it to the ceiling and gently lower it down.
Garage doors use springs to carry much of the weight of the door during lifting and.
The manual release cord is usually red and located next to the garage door motor.
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Pulling the cord will allow you to manually open and close your garage door.
Then block the spring shaft with locking pliers leaning against the wall header as shown in figures 2 and 22.
Turn the power off to the garage at the circuit panel.