B&D Close Limit Misadjustment or Floor Obstruction

Door reverses immediately after hitting the floor; small gap may remain under the door or it bounces back up.

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Possible Causes

Close limit set too far, raised floor or new seal, object under door, warped bottom panel

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Keep clear of the door while adjusting limits.

  • Step 1 – Inspect floor and seal: Check for stones, timber strips, or a new threshold seal that may be preventing full closure. Remove obstructions.
  • Step 2 – Adjust close limit: Use the B&D limit adjustment buttons or dials to slightly reduce the close travel so the door stops just as it contacts the floor without excessive force.
  • Step 3 – Test safety reversal: Place a 40 mm high object (e.g., a block of wood) under the door and close it. The door should reverse upon contact. If not, reduce close force and re‑test.
  • Step 4 – Check bottom panel: If the bottom panel is bowed, consider reinforcing or replacing it so it seals evenly.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5
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