B&D Incorrect Header Bracket or Rail Position

Door opens normally but stops or reverses when almost fully open, hitting the opener rail or trolley.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Header bracket mounted too low, rail pitched downward toward door, door top section hitting rail or trolley cover

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Support the door in the open position before adjusting brackets.

  • Step 1 – Observe contact point: Slowly open the door and watch where it contacts the rail or trolley.
  • Step 2 – Adjust header bracket height: Raise the header bracket and rail attachment point so the rail clears the top of the door when fully open, following B&D installation clearances.
  • Step 3 – Level the rail: Ensure the opener rail slopes slightly upward from the door to the opener head, not downward.
  • Step 4 – Re‑set open limit: After mechanical adjustments, re‑set the open limit so the door stops just before contacting any hardware.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Header Bracket
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