Garage door reverses and opens immediately after starting to close on Overhead Door opener

Safety first: Keep people and pets clear of the door while testing. Do not increase force to overcome a binding door.

• 1. Observe door movement: Watch the top section as the door starts to move. If it jerks or hits the stop, the header area or top fixtures may be binding.
• 2. Inspect top fixtures and track: Check the top roller brackets and horizontal tracks near the header for bends or loose bolts. Tighten hardware and straighten minor bends.
• 3. Check close limit setting: If the door is already fully closed but the opener thinks it is open, the close limit may be set too far. Adjust the close limit so the door stops just at the floor.
• 4. Lubricate moving parts: Apply garage door lubricant to rollers, hinges, and bearings (not the tracks). A smoother door reduces false obstruction trips.
• 5. Adjust down force slightly: If the door is balanced and hardware is good, increase down force slightly per the manual, testing after each adjustment.
• 6. Call a professional if binding persists: Persistent reversal at the start of travel usually indicates a door hardware problem that should be corrected by a garage door technician.