If didn't work when it was cold, then worked again later when it was warmer,
I really doubt that it's stripped gears.
Electrical / electronic issue ? If it clicks but doesn't run, perhaps a
sticky relay, maybe distorting a bit with the cold weather ??
Karl
> Sounds like the gears may be stripped. Open it up and take a look; you
> should be able to get a repair kit from Sears.
>
> bs
>
>
> Jorge Garcia wrote:
>> The Craftsman (1/2 hp) garage door opener in my garage is suddenly not
>> working. It makes clicking noises but the chain doesn't move. I don't
>> know if weather has anything to do with it but it started a couple of
>> days ago when we experienced snow and the temperature has not risen
>> beyond 50 F. While this unusual for Houston I am sure that the Sears did
>> not make it with warm weather in mind. The opener did work one day when
>> the temperatures had risen and the sun was out. The garage is detached
>> and not insulated.
>> Please let me know how I can troubleshoot this problem.
>> Thanks
>> Jorge
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