August 13, 20179 yr Yes. But it can cause issues. Usually sporadic operation. The battery is there so you can open it if the power goes out. But it can act funky if the battery is dead.
August 13, 20179 yr Author Heavier door requires a spring upgrade more so than an opener upgrade. Spring adjustment/upgrade makes the door weigh zero. Nothing wrong with moving to a 1 1/4 though. I would almost bet your battery is dying. Chamberlain Replacement Garage Door Opener Battery-4228 - The Home Depot For $20 its worth replacing just to see if thats it.
August 13, 20179 yr For $20 its worth replacing just to see if thats it. If you have a meter you can take it out and check voltage. 12 volt I believe, but it will say on the side of the battery. You can probably get a generic replacement at Batteries Plus for less also.
August 13, 20179 yr Author Battery out. Still same issues. I dont see any sensors on the belt drive anywhere. Just 2 bolts. One by the door and one about 18 inches from the motor assembly.
August 13, 20179 yr May be some help for you here. homeguides.sfgate.com/troubleshoot-garage-door-stops-halfway-down-35592.html
August 13, 20179 yr Author May be some help for you here. homeguides.sfgate.com/troubleshoot-garage-door-stops-halfway-down-35592.html In reading the online manual this morning. I was going to try something similar to this. This unit dorsnt have the screw adjustments but supossedly the two buttons on it slide the drive back and forth.
August 13, 20179 yr Author @woodsrider @coldweatherfan I owe you guys a beer, door is working again. Reset the travel limits and all seems good. Thanks bunches.
August 14, 20179 yr @woodsrider @coldweatherfan I owe you guys a beer, door is working again. Reset the travel limits and all seems good. Thanks bunches. BOOM! Glad you were able to get it. I would test the voltage on the battery or replace it. That may have started your problem.
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