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Since 1990, an average of 20,000 people each year
have been treated in hospital emergency rooms for
injuries related to garage doors. (Source:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission)
Follow these guidelines to ensure your door is
installed properly and to keep your home secure:
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Use a recognized vendor and distributor of
garage doors for sale and servicing.
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Keep your garage door locked at all times.
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Routinely lock every door connecting garage to
house.
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Be alert to security issues when handling your
garage door opener; it serves as a key to your
home. Avoid leaving it unattended. Separate it
from car keys if leaving keys with valet, etc.
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Test your electric garage door opener for safety
by placing two-inch thick block of wood
underneath garage door. This obstruction should
trigger directional reverse. If door continues
to press down against obstruction, replace or
repair immediately. (This offers protection
against injuries to children.)
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Mount wall control panel out of reach of
children. Keep remote controls away from
children.
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Arrange to have garage door serviced annually.
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Inform all family members about potential garage
door dangers.
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