Craftsman 1/2 HP wont open

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Craftsman 1/2 HP wont open

Postby dano_61 on Sun Mar 08, 2009 4:00 pm

Hello

I have a Craftmans 1/2 HP garage door opener, the door will not open but the chain is moving ok

Dan
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Re: Craftsman 1/2 HP wont open

Postby Dave Sputnik on Wed Mar 11, 2009 3:57 pm

It sounds like your torsion spring is damaged and needs to be replaced.

See picture here: http://www.phoenixdoors.ca/repairs.php

My recommendation is to always get a professional to take care of that for you as it actually is dangerous to try and replace that part on your own.

Good Luck

Dave
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