Chamberlain Safety Sensor Override Condition

Garage door will not close from remote but will close if wall button is held down.

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Possible Causes

Faulty or misaligned safety sensors, Sensor wiring issue, Sunlight interference, Incorrect sensor mounting

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not continue to hold the wall button to force the door closed without resolving the sensor issue; this defeats a critical safety feature.

Steps to fix:

  • Check sensor LEDs: Confirm both sensor LEDs are lit solid. If one is off or flickering, realign or repair as described in the sensor-related entries above.
  • Clear beam path: Remove any objects or debris between the sensors.
  • Shield from sunlight: If the problem occurs only at certain times of day, install a small shade over the sensor receiving direct sun.
  • Repair wiring: Inspect and repair any damaged sensor wiring.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Safety Sensor Kit (Photo Eyes)
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