How To Manually Open Garage

If your garage door opener is not working, you may need to open it manually. This can be done by following these steps:

1. Locate the manual release cord. This cord is usually located near the center of the garage door, about 6 feet above the ground. Pull the cord down to release the door from the opener.

2. Lift the door up. Once the door is released, you can lift it up by hand. The door will be heavy, so you may need to use both hands.

3. Hold the door up. Once the door is open, you will need to hold it up with one hand while you close the manual release cord with the other hand.

4. Close the manual release cord. Once the manual release cord is closed, the door will be locked in place.

5. Lower the door. You can now lower the door by hand.

6. Lock the door. Once the door is closed, you can lock it by turning the key in the lock.

Here are some additional tips for manually opening a garage door:

- If the door is too heavy to lift by hand, you can use a ladder to help you.

- If the manual release cord is broken, you can use a screwdriver to release the door from the opener.

- If you are having trouble opening the door manually, you can call a professional for assistance.

Manually opening a garage door can be a bit of a hassle, but it is a necessary skill to have in case your garage door opener breaks down.

Here are some additional tips for keeping your garage door in good working order:

- Lubricate the door regularly with a silicone-based lubricant.

- Inspect the door regularly for any signs of wear or damage.

- Replace the batteries in the garage door opener every year.