Automatic sliding doors offer your business many benefits, including greater accessibility, cleanliness, and even energy savings. Unfortunately, they’re not infallible and may need repairs at times. Therefore, it’s good to be aware of some of the most common issues that cause automatic doors to fail so that you know what to look for.
Sensor Malfunctions AUTOMATIC DOORS
Automatic sliding doors remain contactless and germ-free by using sensors to determine when they need to open. There are many kinds of sensors for automatic doors, from optical sensors to motion detectors. Any of these pieces of technology can potentially malfunction.
One of the most common issues with sensors is an apparent delay. The door will open, but not at the convenient pace that people expect. Floor sensors can become damaged due to excessive weight and wear, while optical sensors may register any new objects in the area and stay open when no one is near.
Power Interruptions
Though cliché, you may also want to check that automatic doors with “on/off” switches are on just in case a customer or employee accidentally switched the power off. Sometimes, the power switch may be in the correct position, but a power outage may occur, making the door nonfunctional. In such situations, you may want to reset the circuit breaker to see if the power interruption is the issue.
Broken Rollers
Automatic sliding doors operate using a motorized belt system in which rollers help slide a door as a motor mechanism moves the belts they rest on. If damaged, rollers can cause a door to move slowly or not open at all. Any kicking or hitting that occurs to the door itself can jostle the rollers, and prolonged wear and tear can cause them to misalign or break entirely.
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