How To Manually Open Garage Door?

Pull the emergency release cord to disconnect the opener

Make sure the door is fully closed before releasing it

Lift the door by hand from the bottom handle

Raise the door evenly and steadily

Keep fingers clear of hinges and track joints

Stop if the door feels unusually heavy or stuck

Secure the door in the open position if needed

Reconnect the opener by pulling the release cord toward the door and running the opener once power is restored

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