Even though these products are usually of high quality, they need repair from time to time. To find out what’s wrong with your door opener, use the Craftsman garage door troubleshooting charts below. This information can be a valuable addition to the Craftsman garage door opener manual. As soon as you understand the problem, you will be able to decide whether you can make Craftsman garage door repair by yourself. Craftsman 315 SERIES 139.53939D garage door opener troubleshooting315 SERIES 139.53939D is a residential garage door opener.
The model is powered by a 1/2 HP motor. The garage door opener uses a belt drive to move the door, so it is more attractive for homeowners who value comparatively noiseless operation. Craftsman 139.53663SRT garage door opener troubleshootingOne of the Craftsman’s most popular models, the 139.53663SRT garage door opener was created exclusively for residential use. It utilizes a 1/2 HP motor, which is the most common type for residential garage door openers. If the device is experiencing an issue, check the chart below for useful troubleshooting tips.SituationProbable Cause & SolutionThe opener doesn't operate from either the door control or the remote control:1. Does the opener have electric power? Plug a lamp into the outlet.
If it doesn't light, check the fiise box or the circuit breaker. (Some outlets are controlled by a wall switch.)2. Have you disabled all door locks?3. Is there a build-up of ice or snow under the door? The door may be frozen to the ground. Remove any restriction.4.
The garage door spring may be broken. Have it replaced.5. Repeated operation may have tripped the overload protector in the motor. Wait 15 minutes. Try again.Opener operates from the remote controlbut not from the door control:1.
Is the door control push bar lit? If not, Remove the bell w ire from the opener terminal screws. Short the red and white terminals by touching both terminals at the same time with a piece of w ire. If the opener runs, check for a faulty wire connection at the door control, a short under the staples, or a broken wire.2. Are the wiring connections correct?The door operates from the door control, but not from the remote control:1. Is any door push button flashing? If your model has the Lock feature, make sure it is off.2.
Your opener needs to re-learn a remote control code.3. Does the batten, test light glow when the remote control push button is pressed? If not, replace the battery.4. Program the receiver to match the remote control code.5. Repeat the receiver programming procedure with all remote controls.The remote control has short range:1.
Check the battery test light. If the light is dim, replace the battery.2. Change the location of the remote control in your car.3.
Check to be sure the antenna on the right side panel of opener extends fully.4. Some installations may have shorter range due to a metal door, foil backed insulation, or metal garage siding. (Antenna Extender Kit 41A3504)Opener noise is disturbing in living quarters of home:If operational noise is a problem because of proximity of the opener to the living quarters, the Vibration Isolator Kit 41A3263 can be installed. This kit was designed to minimize vibration to the house and is easy to install.The garage door opens and closes by itself:1. Be sure that all remote control push buttons and battery indicator lights are off.2.
Remove the bell w ire from the door control terminals and operate from the remote control only. If this solves the problem, the door control is faulty (replace), or there is an intermittent short on the wire between the door control and the opener.3. Clear memory and reprogram all remote controls.The door doesn't open completely:1. Is something obstructing the door? Remove the obstruction or repair the door.2. Ii'the door has been working properly but now doesn't open all the way, increase the up force.3.
If door opens at least 5 feet, the travel limits may need to be increased. One turn equals 2 inches of travel.Repeat the safety reverse test after the adjustment is complete.The door stops hut doesn't close completely:Review the travel limits adjustment proceduresRepeat the safety reverse test after any adjustment of door arm length, close force or down limit.The door opens but won't close:1. If the opener lights blink, check the safety reversing sensor.2. If the opener lights do not blink and it is a new installation, check the down force. For an existing installationRepeat the safety reverse test after the adjustment is complete.The door reverses for no apparent reason and opener lights don't blink:1. Is something obstructing the door?
Pull the emergency release handle. Operate the door manually. If it is unbalanced or binding, call for professional garage door service.2. Clear any ice or snow from the garage floor area where the door closes.3. Review the force adjustment procedures4. If door reverses in the fully closed position, decrease the travel limits.
Repeat the safety reverse test after adjustments to force or travel limits. The need for occasional adjustment of the force and limit settings is normal.
Weather conditions in particular can affect door travelThe door reverses for no apparent reason and opener lights don't blink:1. Is something obstructing the door? Pull the emergency release handle. Operate the door manually.
If it is unbalanced or binding, call for professional garage door service.2. Clear any ice or snow from the garage floor area where the door closes.3. Review the force adjustment procedures on.4. If door reverses in the fully closed position, decrease the travel limits.Repeat the safety reverse test after adjustments to force or travel limits. The need for occasional adjustment of the force and limit settings is normal.
Weather conditions in particular can affectThe door reverses for no apparent reason and opener lights blink for 5 seconds after reversing:Check the safety reversing sensor. Remove any obstruction or align the receiving eye.The opener lights.don't turn on:Replace the light bulb(s) (100 watts maximum). Use a standard neck garage door opener bulb if regular bulb bums out.don't turn off:Is the Light feature on?
Turn it off.The opener strains or maximum force is needed to operate door:The door may be out of balance or the springs are broken. Close the door and use the emergency release handle to disconnect the trolley. Open and close the door manually. A properly balanced door will stay in any point of travel while being supported entirely by its springs. If it does not, disconnect the opener and call for professional garage door service. Do not increase the force to operate the opener.The opener motor hums briefly, then won't work:1. The garage door springs are broken.2.
If the problem occurs on the first operation of the opener, door may be locked. Disable the door lock.Repeat the safety reverse test after the adjustment is complete.The opener won't operate due to power failure:1. Use the emergency release handle to disconnect the trolley. The door can be opened and closed manually. When power is restored, press the Door Control push button and trolley will automatically reconnect (unless trolley is in lockout position.)2. The Emergency Key Release accessory (for use on garages with no service door) disconnects the trolley from outside the garage in case of power failure. CRAFTSMAN 139.30437 garage door opener troubleshootingCraftsman 139.30437 is a residential garage door opener.
It has a timer-to-close feature, which allows you to set the opener to automatically move your door down after a specified period of time. This model also utilizes the AssureLink Connectivity feature.UpDownSymptomCauseResolutionCodeArrowArrow1―11 Flash1 FlashThe garage door opener will not close and the light(s) will flashSafety sensors are not installed, connected, or wires may be cutInspect sensor wires for a disconnected or cut wires). If the sending sensor with the amber LED is NOT lit, check the wire and connections for that sensor. If sending sensor LED is lit, check the wire connections leading to the receiving sensor (green LED). Reattach wire or replace wire (22 gauge wire) as needed. If pre-wired home, check the splices. Close the garage door using the remote control or the door control.1―21 Flash2 FlashesSafety sensor wire shorted or reversedInspect sensor wire for incorrect wiring or a pinched wire.
If the sending sensor (amber LED) is not lit, check the wire leading to and from that sensor. Check staple points. If sending sensor LED is lit, check the wire leading to the receiving sensor (green LED). Reattach wire or replace wire (22 gauge wire) as needed. If pre-wired home, check the splices. Close the garage door using the remote control or the door control.1―31 Flash3 FlashesWall mounted door control will not functionThe wires for the door control are shorted or the door control is faultyInspect door control wires for a short (staple in wire), replace wire (22 gauge wire) as needed. After installing new door control wires, if door control still does not operate garage door opener, replace the door control.1―41 Flash4 FlashesThe garage door opener will not close the door and the light(s) flashMisaligned or obstructed safety sensorsRealign the receiving sensor (green LED) by ensuring the LED is steady and not flickering.
A flicker of the safety sensor LED indicates a misalignment. Make sure nothing is hanging or mounted on the door interrupting the sensor’s path while closing. Close the garage door using the remote control or the door control.The garage door opener clicks but no movementBad logic boardReplace the logic board.1―51 Flash5 FlashesThe opener runs approximately 6-8' and stops and/or reversesCommun. Error to travel moduleDisconnect all power, remove cover, and locate the travel module.
Ensure the wires for travel module are connected, if wires are connected, then replace the travel module.3―33 Flashes3 FlashesThe garage door opener is idle and the battery LED is constantly flashing greenBatten/ LED flashing Green, charging circuit stops and starts to drain causing battery charging status.Replace the logic board.4―14 Flashes1 FlashDoor is closing, stops and reversesObstruction, binding or sticking doorIf your door is binding or sticking, contact a trained door systems technician. If your door is okay, reprogram the travel. If you get this error code after testing the safety reversal system, close the door to reset the code.4―24 Flashes2 FlashesThe door stops while opening for no apparent reasonManually open and close the door. Check for binding or obstructions.
For further information4―34 Flashes3 FlashesThe door reverses for no apparent reason or after touching the floorIf your door is binding or sticking, contact a trained door systems technician. If your door is okay, reprogram the travel,4―44 Flashes4 FlashesMy door reverses for no apparent reason or after touching the floorManually open and close the door. Check for binding or obstructions. For further information4―54 Flashes5 FlashesThe opener runs approximately 6-8’ and stops and/or reversesCommun. Error to travel moduleDisconnect all power, remove cover, and locate the travel module. Ensure the wires for travel module are connected, if wires are connected, then replace the travel module.4―64 Flashes6 FlashesThe door reverses for no apparent reason while traveling downSafety sensors were temporarily obstructed or misalignedReview Diagnostic Codes 1-1.1-2, and 1-4 correct as necessary.
If problem persists remove the sensors from the brackets and realign the sensors ensuring the LED’s are steady and not flickering. Check for a temporary obstruction such as a rope attached to the door. Excessive vibration on the door rails may cause the sensors to be misaligned while the door is closing, secure rails or re-install the sensor brackets to the wall or floor. Craftsman 139.53315SR garage door opener troubleshootingSITUATIONPROBABLE CAUSE & SOLUTIONOPENER DOESN'T OPERATE FROM EITHER THE WALL PUSH BUTTON OR TRANSMITTER1. Have you disengaged all door locks?Does the opener have electric power? Plug a lamp into the outlet.
If it doesn’t light, check fuse box or circuit breaker (Some outlets are controlled by a wall switch)3. Repeated operation may have tripped the overload protector in the motor Wait 15 minutes Try again.4. Is there a build-up of ice or snow under door? Door may be frozen to ground Re- move any obstruction5. Remove bell wire from opener terminals Short red and white terminals by touch- ing both terminals at same time with a piece of metal (screwdriver or coin) If opener runs, check for a faulty wire connection at wail push button or a short under staples.OPENER OPERATES FROM TRANSMITTER BUT NOT FROM WALL PUSH BUTTON1. Is wall push button lit?2. Are wiring connections correct?DOOR OPERATES FROM WALL PUSH BUTTON BUT NOT FROM THE TRANSMITTER1.
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Does the battery test light glow when transmitter push button is pressed? If not, replace the battery2.
If you have two transmitters and only one operates. ALL transmitters must be set to same code3. Is transmitter(s) operating any other remote control devices?4. Did you press the transmitter button designated to operate garage door opener?5. Reprogram receiver and ALL transmitters Try setting ALL transmitter code switches on plus, center or minus positions If transmitters) works, you can try a random code switch setting again, if you desireTRANSMITTER HAS SHORT RANGE1.
Check battery test light If the light is dim, change the battery2. Change the location of the transmitter in the car.3. A metal garage door or foil-backed insulation or metal siding will reduce the transmission range Antenna extender kit is available from any Sears Store or Service Center.4. Check to be sure antenna on the back panel of opener extends fully downward.THE GARAGE DOOR OPENS AND CLOSES BY ITSELF1.
Is there a neighbor with a garage door opener using the same frequency code? Change your code2.
Check to be sure that none of the transmitter push buttons is stuck in the 'down’ position-3. Remove bell wire from opener terminals and operate from transmitter only.
If this solves the problem, the wall push button is faulty (replace), or there is a short or broken wire between push button and opener.DOOR DOESN’T OPEN COMPLETELY1. Is something obstructing the door?2. If door opens at least 5 feet, travel limits may need to be increased. One turn equals 2 inches of travel. REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after the adjustment is complete.3. If door has been working properly but now doesn't open all the way, increase the UP FORCE.
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after the adjustment is complete.DOOR DOESN’T CLOSE COMPLETELY1. Is something obstructing the door?2. Review the Travel Limits Adjustment Chart. REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after any adjustment of door arm length, close force or down limit.DOOR WON’T CLOSE1.
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The infrared Reversing Sensor (If you have installed this accessory) may misaligned or obstructed Disconnect sensor and check door operation. If problem disappears, correct alignmentDOOR REVERSES FOR NO APPARENT REASON1. Is something obstructing the door? Pull red emergency releas handle Operate door manually If it is unbalanced or binding, call a garage door serviceman to correct the problem2. Clear any ice or snow from garage floor area where garage door closes3.
Review the Force Adjustment Chart. REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after adjustment is complete.4. If door reverses in FULLY CLOSED position, decrease travel limits5. The Infrared Reversing Sensor (If you have installed this accessory) may be misaligned or obstructed Disconnect sensor and check door operation ff problem disappears, correcl alignmentOPENER LIGHTDOESN’T TURN ON1 Replace the light bulb (75 watts maximum) Use a 'garage door opener bulb' if standard bulb burns out prematurely due to vibration Vibration may be caused by loose end panel Retighten screwsDOESN’T TURN OFF1 There may be a defective ground at ceiling or wall receptacle UNIT MUST BE GROUNDED.OPENER STRAINS OR MAXIMUM FORCE IS NEEDED TO OPERATE DOOR1. Door may be out of balance or springs are broken Close door and use emergency release rope and handle to disconnect trolley Open and close door manually A properly balanced door will stay in any point of travel while being supported entirely by its springs if it does not, call a garage door sen/iceman to correct the problem,OPENER MOTOR HUMS BRIEFLY, THEN WON’T WORK1. Garage door springs are broken.2.
The trolley may be jammed into stop bolts Pull or push on door while motor is humming to release jammed condition Re-adjust door limits to prevent over-travel.3. REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after adjustment is complete.If the problem occurs on first operation of the opener, door is locked DISABLE DOOR LOCK. If chain was removed and reinstalled, motor may be out of phase Remove chain; cycle motor to the down position (Observe drive sprocket When it turns in clockwise direction and stops in down position.) Reinstall chain.REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after adjustment is complete.OPENER WON’T OPERATE DUE TO POWER FAILURE1. Use emergency release rope and handle to disconnect trolley Door can be opened and closed manually. When the power is restored, press the wall push button and trolley will automatically reconnect2. The emergency release Key Lock accessory (for use on garages with no service floor) disconnects the trolley from outside the garage in case of power failureCHAIN DROOPS OR SAGS1.
It is normal for chain to droop slightly in the closed door position Use emergency release rope and handle to disconnect trolley If chain returns to normal height when the trolley is disengaged and door reverses on a one-inch obstruction, no adjustments are needed.