Many people now have garage doors at home, right? The garage door automation actually means that we can open and switch it on and off without getting off the car by ourselves or pulling the door manually. Doesn’t it sound quite convenient? For people who often drive in and out, this thing simply solves the pain points of the boss who can't free up their kids, have to open the door in the rain on rainy days, and cannot operate with heavy objects in hand. Let’s briefly talk about what is the garage door automation system. Generally speaking, it is mainly composed of a motor module, a control system, and a transmitter that can be controlled remotely – some are remote controls, some are mobile APPs. Anyway, it is through these things to signal the motor and let the door move itself. This is probably the principle.
1. It is very important to choose the right motor! You can't buy ones that are too small. If the garage door itself is thicker, or has a large size and does not have enough horsepower, not only will the door not be opened, but the motor will easily break! For general household use, it is almost the same for a single door between 0.5 horsepower and 1 horsepower; for a double door or a specially remade door, it must be at least 1 horsepower. It is best to have a stable start and stop the frequency converter motor and the noise is also low. There are many smart motors on the market now equipped with a rebound function that encounters obstacles, which means you will stop by yourself when you encounter something. This safety protection is really useful!
2. Don’t be careless in the control system! Many of the old models are fixed code remote controls, and the risk of being copied is too high! Now we recommend using rolling code technology. The signals transmitted each time are different, and the security comes up all at once, right? Also, the popular Internet of Things control now is the kind that can connect to wireless networks. You can check the status of the door anytime and anywhere through the mobile APP, and you can even share temporary passwords for your family or friends. For example, when you are on a business trip, your friends will go to your garage to get things, just authorize it remotely, which is so convenient! Provide global procurement services for weak current intelligent products!
3. Find a professional one when installing and debugging! Don’t just think that you have strong ability to do it. The garage door has springs and chains, and it is not installed properly and debugged well. At the very least, the door runs smoothly and there is a Garage door automation. At the worst, it may fall and hurt people! Professional masters will repeatedly adjust the balance on the door and the verticality of the tracks, and the switch stroke must be set accurately to ensure that the door can be fully opened and can be closed tightly.
Q: With the automation system, can the original manual function still be used?
A: It can be used! Most automated garage doors retain manual emergency function. In case of power outage or the motor breaks, pull the manual release device and you can manually switch it like an ordinary door.
1. How to solve the problem of wireless interference? Sometimes there are too many appliances such as routers and microwave ovens at home, which may interfere with the remote control signal and cause the door to fail to respond. At this time, you can try to reset the motor manually, and then try to get the remote control close to the motor's receiving antenna – it is usually installed on the motor housing to test the signal. If it is often disturbed, buy a signal enhancer, or change to a remote control with a stable working frequency.
2. How often is it better to maintain it? The track should be cleaned up every other quarter to avoid small stones or other jammed wheels; for chain or belt transmission, special lubricating oil will be added every six months, which will be much less sound; the oil in the gearbox of the motor will be inspected every 2 to 3 years, and if it is not enough, you have to add some.
3. What should I do if the battery is out of power? The battery of the remote control needs to be replaced regularly. Generally, it will take 1 to 2 years to replace it. However, if you find that the indicator light is very dim when pressing the remote control, or you have to press the remote door several times before it can react, then most of the battery is almost out of power. Change it quickly, so as not to find that the remote control is out of power when it is turned on one day, which is embarrassing!
Q: Is there any difference between garage door distribution machines of different materials? For example, solid wood doors and aluminum alloy doors?
A: Of course there is! Wooden doors are generally much heavier than alloy or steel, and the axis material is denser. Therefore, in addition to choosing a larger power, the rated load parameters must be clearly seen. It is best to reserve a 30% margin more than the weight of the door itself. On the contrary, for example, a light aluminum alloy roller shutter door, choosing a small-power tubular motor is quite enough, and it is still quiet to run.
Finally, let me say another personal point of view. Although the garage door automation is invested in a little money in the early stage, it is really worth it in terms of convenience and safety of long-term use, especially for car owners who have elderly people and children at home, or who often need to drive and take care of other things, it is definitely a good thing to improve their sense of happiness at home.
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