{"id":92,"date":"2025-05-04T23:38:55","date_gmt":"2025-05-04T23:38:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/karendavis"},"modified":"2026-04-08T16:28:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T16:28:48","slug":"align-your-photocells-for-proper-safety-functionality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christiandoors.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/04\/align-your-photocells-for-proper-safety-functionality\/","title":{"rendered":"Align Your Photocells For Proper Safety Functionality"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Christian Doors, your family&#8217;s safety is our top priority, which is why we want to remind you about the importance of your garage door&#8217;s photo-eye sensors (also called safety eyes). These small devices, mounted about 6 inches above the ground on either side of your garage door, work by sending an invisible infrared beam across the opening. If anything interrupts that beam while the door is closing\u2014whether it&#8217;s a child, pet, or object\u2014the door automatically stops and reverses. This critical safety feature has been required on all garage door openers since 1993, and proper alignment ensures it functions reliably to protect what matters most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;ve noticed your garage door refusing to close completely, reversing unexpectedly, or the opener lights flashing, misalignment of the photo-eyes is often the culprit. Common causes include accidental bumps from vehicles, vibrations over time, dirt buildup on the lenses, or even direct sunlight interference. You&#8217;ll typically see one or both sensors&#8217; LED lights blinking or off instead of glowing steadily solid. Don&#8217;t worry\u2014this is a simple issue most homeowners can fix themselves in just a few minutes without needing tools beyond a soft cloth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To realign them, start by cleaning the sensor lenses gently to remove any dust or cobwebs. Then, loosen the bracket on the misaligned sensor and carefully adjust it until both LEDs turn solid, confirming the beam is connected. Finally, test the system by waving an object in the beam path while closing the door\u2014it should reverse immediately. If issues persist, give Christian Doors a call\u2014we&#8217;re here to help with professional service. 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