6-1
Chamberlain
Travel Limits Corrupted or Not Set
Door moves a few inches then reverses; logic board LED flashes 6 times, pause, then 1 time (6-1).
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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
Loss of travel memory, Power interruption during setup, Travel module fault, Logic board memory error
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Keep the door path clear while reprogramming travel. Use a helper if needed.
Steps to fix:
- Reset travel limits: Follow the Chamberlain manual to clear and reset travel. Typically, press and hold the UP button until the door reaches full open, then set the DOWN limit.
- Verify smooth door movement: Ensure the door moves freely by hand before programming.
- Check travel module connection: With power off, reseat the travel module connector on the logic board.
- Replace travel module or logic board: If travel cannot be set or is lost repeatedly, replace the travel module first, then the logic board if needed.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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