B&D
Insufficient Close Travel or Door Warping
Opener operates but door does not fully close, leaving a small gap, and weather seal does not contact the floor.
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Possible Causes
Close limit set short, compressed or new thicker bottom seal, warped door bottom rail, high spot in floor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Ensure safety reversal still functions after adjustments.
- Step 1 – Inspect bottom seal and floor: Identify whether the gap is due to a high spot in the floor or a warped door.
- Step 2 – Adjust close limit slightly: Increase close travel just enough so the seal compresses against the floor without excessive force.
- Step 3 – Test reversal: Place a 40 mm object under the door and confirm it reverses on contact.
- Step 4 – Consider seal or floor repair: If the floor is uneven, consider installing a threshold or planing high spots. Replace a deformed bottom seal if necessary.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Bottom Weather Seal
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