Do not stand or walk under a moving garage door!

Do not let children or adults play 'race the garage door'. It is dangerous and can result in serious injury or death. Adults should set a good example. Know how to use the emergency release, in case someone is pinned underneath the garage door.

Do not let children play with or use the garage door opener remote controls. Always place and store them out of the reach of children. The pushbutton control on the wall should be at least 5 feet from the floor and away from all moving parts. Mount and use the button where you can clearly see the moving garage door.

• First, test the balance of the door (see 'Testing and Maintaining the Garage Door' on the Door Safety page). If the door is properly balanced then proceed.
• With the door fully open, place a roll of paper towels on the floor in the center of the door.
• Push the remote control or wall button to close the door. The door must reverse when it strikes the roll of paper towels. (Note that the bottom part of 'one piece doors' must be rigid so that the door will not close without reversing).
• If the door does not reverse, have a certified technician adjust, repair or replace the opener or door.