door lift ?


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Old 03-23-08, 06:22 PM
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Unhappy door lift ?

my power door lift stopped working (when it was closed) the motor runs but doesn't lift or close door. motor also runs in the set distances for complete open to close. chain is not broken, tight, shaft doesn't move and not burning smell? i just bought rhis house 5 months ago (1st one). first garage i've ever owned. can someone help me please with some tips or advise and thanks
 
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Old 03-24-08, 04:02 AM
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If Sears(Craftsman), Liftmaster, Chamberlain, is it like the nylon drive gear sheared its' teeth. Not too difficult to repair. Remove the drive unit cover, if it is the gear it will be quickly noticable, white dust all over the inside. Parts available from most local Sears parts places.
 
 

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