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Troubleshoot Your Automatic Door Sensor Issues Caused by Vancouver Rainy Weather

Itu2019s another grey, rainy Vancouver day. And suddenly, your buildingu2019s automatic door is refusing to close. Or maybe itu2019s just acting strange.<br><br>Before you assume a costly failure, the real culprit might be something you can fix in 60 seconds.

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Troubleshoot Your Automatic Door Sensor Issues Caused by Vancouver Rainy Weather

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  1. Troubleshoot Your Automatic Door Sensor Issues Caused by Vancouver’s Rainy Weather

  2. It’s another grey, rainy Vancouver day. And suddenly, your building’s automatic door is refusing to close. Or maybe it’s just acting strange. Before you assume a costly failure, the real culprit might be something you can fix in 60 seconds. The persistent rain here in Vancouver can often interfere with the photo-eye sensors on automatic doors. This simple guide will help you safely troubleshoot the issue and know exactly when it’s time to call for professional automatic door repair in Vancouver. UnderstandingYour Door’s “Eyes” So, how do these sensors even work? It’s pretty simple.

  3. How Photo-Eye Sensors Work Think of it like an invisibletripwiremade of light. There are two small sensor boxes, one on each side of your doorway. One sends a steady, invisible infrared beam to the other. As long as the beam is connected, the door knows it’s safe to close. If anything breaks that beam — a person, a cart, a pet — the door immediatelystops or re-opens for safety. The problem? These sensors aren’t very smart. They can be easily tricked. Heavy raindrops, thick fog, or even a dirty lens from splashed- up street grime can break the beam. The sensor thinks something is in the way, so it keeps the door open.

  4. Your 3-Step DIY Troubleshooting Checklist (SAFETY FIRST) Here are a few simple things you can check yourself before making a call. What to Safely Check Before You Call SAFETY WARNING: Never attempt to service the mechanical or electrical parts of the door yourself. These steps are for the external photo-eye sensors only. Step 1: Clean the Lenses This is the #1 fix. Honestly, this solves the problem most of the time.

  5. Take a soft, dry cloth (like one you’d use for eyeglasses) and gently wipe the dark plastic lens on each of the two sensor boxes. Don’t use harsh chemicals or paper towels, as they can scratch the lens. Just a simple,gentle wipe. Step 2: Check for Obstructions Take a quick look at the area around the sensors. Sometimes a stray leaf, a piece of trash, or even a spider building a web right in front of the lens can be the problem. Clear away anything you see that might be blocking the sensor’s path. Step 3: Verify Alignment The two sensors need to be pointing directly at each other to work. Sometimes, a cart or even a heavy backpack can bump one out of alignment.

  6. Look closely at the sensors. Most have a small indicator light (usually green or red). If the light is on and solid, they are likely aligned. If the light is off or blinking, they might not be seeing each other. While you can gently check if the bracket is loose, fixing alignment can be tricky. If it’s not an easy fix, it’s time to call a pro.

  7. Signs You Need an Expert If you’ve tried the steps above and the door is still acting up, it’s time to stop and call a professional. Here are clear signs that the problem is bigger than a dirty sensor and you need to call an expert in automatic door repair in Vancouver. • The door is still malfunctioning after you’ve cleaned and checked the sensors. • You see flashing error codes on the main motor unit above the door. • The door is making grinding, scraping, or other unusual noises. • The door is moving very slowly or slammingshut. • You can see any visible damage to the sensors, their mounting brackets, or the wires.

  8. Keep Your Entrance Running, Rain or Shine A simple cleaning often solves rain-related sensor issues. But knowing when to call for help is key to safety and preventing bigger, more expensive problems down the line. If your troubleshooting doesn’t solve the problem, Knock Knock Repair offers expert automatic door repair in Vancouver to get your entrance working safely and reliably again.

  9. Contact Us Address: 1231 Pacific Blvd #254, Vancouver, BC V6Z 0E2 Phone No: 604-349-0919 Email: jayson@knockknockrepair.com External Blog Link: https://knockknockdoorsrepair.medium.com/troubleshoot-your- automatic-door-sensor-issues-caused-by-vancouvers-rainy- weather-f491a0ba20e4 Website Link: https://www.knockknockrepair.com/

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