How Can You Safely Bypass a Garage Door Sensor?

Before you attempt to bypass a garage door sensor, it’s important to follow a few safety precautions to avoid accidents:

Ensure no one is near the garage door while you work on it.
Disconnect the garage door opener from the power supply to avoid accidental activation.

For Wireless Sensors: Check the wiring and connections of the sensor. Disconnect the sensor by unplugging the wires connected to the sensor (consult your manual for exact instructions). This will temporarily disable the sensor.
For Wired Sensors: If the sensor is wired, you can temporarily bypass it by bridging the connection between the two sensor wires with a piece of wire or electrical tape. This can trick the system into thinking the sensor is working.
Using the Manual Release: If you’re unable to bypass the sensor directly, you can use the manual release mechanism on the garage door opener to operate the door without the sensor’s involvement.

After bypassing the sensor, manually close and open the door to ensure it works without obstruction.

Always restore the sensor to its normal operating condition as soon as possible to avoid safety issues.