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Garage door sensors not working? Neither were mine. This video walks through step-by-step as I remove my old sensors and install the new ones on my Genie garage door opener system.
If you're not sure your sensors are the problem, a couple of common signs are:
1. The red LED is blinking 2, 3, or 4 times with a pause in between
2. The door will open fine, but won't close unless you force it by holding down the button on the wall console
If you're still not sure, here's a video that walks through end-to-end troubleshooting of a Genie garage door opener system.
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Below is a list of tools and materials that might be helpful. Be sure to shop around for the best prices - they change frequently!
Some of the links below are affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
New Genie sensors:
- amzn.to/3IvWl69 (Amazon Affiliate Link)
Tools:
Ratcheting Multi-Bit Screwdriver:
- amzn.to/3uaCXXj (Amazon Affiliate Link)
25' Measuring tape:
- amzn.to/3D0VFVl (Amazon Affiliate Link)
1/8" multi-material drill bit for pilot holes:
- thd.co/38QjwtI
Drill & impact driver combo:
- amzn.to/3IewsYx (drill only) (Amazon Affiliate Link)
- amzn.to/3qcfm7x (drill + impact driver combo) (Amazon Affiliate Link)
For Concrete Mounting:
Tapcon 1/4 x 1 1/4" concrete screws:
- amzn.to/3CY3fzZ (Amazon Affiliate Link)
- thd.co/3lx2jJx
Tapcon 3/16" drill bit for concrete screw pilot holes:
- thd.co/3pr2oRk
Concrete sealer:
- thd.co/32KgvaG
*This is only to plug the old holes in the concrete. If you're going to re-drill them to reuse, don't use this and use a quick setting cement or crack repair product instead.
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