Wayne Dalton Mechanical Obstruction or Damaged Door Section

Door opens or closes partially then stops at the same point every time without reversing.

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.

Possible Causes

Bent door section, Loose hinge binding, Track obstruction at specific point, Damaged roller at that location

Safety first: Disconnect the opener and do not force the door through the obstruction.

Move door by hand: Identify the exact point where the door binds.
Inspect hinges and sections: Look for bent hinges, cracked sections, or screws backing out and catching on the track.
Check track at that height: Remove any obstructions and straighten minor bends.
Replace damaged components: Replace bent hinges, damaged rollers, or cracked door sections as needed before reconnecting the opener.

Medium 3/5

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