Garador Door Hardware Binding / Track Misalignment

Loud banging or jerking during opening or closing, especially at start or end of travel.

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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

Bent vertical or horizontal tracks, Loose track brackets, Worn or seized rollers, Door panels rubbing on frame

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power and use locking pliers on the tracks to prevent the door from moving unexpectedly while working.

  • Inspect tracks: Look along the Garador door tracks for kinks, bends, or misalignment. Tracks should be parallel and plumb.
  • Check brackets: Tighten all track mounting brackets and angle irons. Replace any that are cracked or twisted.
  • Examine rollers: Spin each roller by hand. Replace any that are noisy, seized, or have flat spots.
  • Adjust track alignment: Loosen the mounting bolts slightly and tap the track into correct alignment with a soft mallet, then retighten.
  • Lubricate: Apply a light garage door lubricant to roller stems and hinges (not to the track running surface).
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Garador Door Rollers / Track Brackets
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