Mighty Mule Insufficient Up Travel or Obstruction at Header

Door will not fully open; stops short of the usual open position.

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Possible Causes

Up limit set too low, Door arm hitting structural obstruction, Bent top section or header bracket, Weak motor or binding springs

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Keep clear of the door path while adjusting travel.

  • Inspect header area: Check that the door arm and top section are not hitting the opener rail, header bracket, or ceiling.
  • Adjust up limit: Increase the up travel limit on the Mighty Mule opener until the door reaches the fully open position without hitting stops.
  • Check door balance: Manually lift the door. If it is heavy near the top, springs may be weak and should be serviced by a professional.
  • Re-test: Run several open/close cycles to confirm consistent full opening.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Mighty Mule Limit Switch Assembly
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