E4
Gliderol Safety Beam (Photo Eye) Fault

Gliderol opener shows E4 and refuses to close the door; door may open normally but will not close from remote or wall button.

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Possible Causes

Misaligned Glidermatic safety beams, Blocked or dirty photo eye lenses, Broken beam wiring to control board, Failed safety beam transmitter or receiver

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Work from a stable ladder and keep clear of the moving door. Do not bypass safety beams permanently; they are a critical safety device.

Steps to fix safety beam fault:

  • 1. Check beam indicators: On Gliderol safety beams, look for LED indicators on the sender and receiver. A solid light usually indicates alignment; flashing or off indicates a fault.
  • 2. Clean lenses: Use a soft cloth and mild cleaner to wipe dust, cobwebs, and moisture from the beam lenses.
  • 3. Realign beams: Loosen the mounting screws slightly and adjust the receiver so it points directly at the transmitter. Tighten screws while keeping alignment. The LED should turn solid when aligned.
  • 4. Inspect wiring: Trace the low-voltage cables from the beams back to the Gliderol control board. Look for staples through the cable, cuts, or corrosion at terminals. Re-terminate any loose wires and ensure polarity matches the wiring diagram.
  • 5. Test operation: With beams aligned and LEDs solid, try closing the door. Wave an object through the beam; the door should stop or reverse.

If one beam LED never lights even with correct wiring, that beam unit is likely faulty and should be replaced with a compatible Gliderol safety beam kit.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Gliderol Safety Beam Kit
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