BFT Safety Circuit Inhibit (Photocell or Edge Fault)

Garage door opens normally but will not close from remote; closes only when holding wall button continuously.

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Possible Causes

Photocells misaligned or dirty, Safety edge not recognized, BFT logic set to require constant-pressure closing when safety is faulty, Open STOP circuit

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Do not bypass safety devices permanently.

  • Check photocells: Clean and align BFT photocells; ensure their indicator LEDs show correct status.
  • Verify safety edge: Confirm that any installed safety edge is functioning and wired correctly.
  • Check STOP input: Ensure STOP terminal is properly bridged or wired through a functioning stop button as per BFT manual.
  • Test after correction: Once safety circuits are restored, the door should close from remote without holding the button.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

BFT Photocells or Safety Edge
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