Does the 2nd bypass button's wire just pass through the door opening. Wouldn't door closing wear/break wire in time? Especially sliding glass doors.
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they should make it so you only have to drill a tiny hole but Inorder to do that you have to cut the wire and then reattach it on the other side of the doot to the sensor
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The question is a bit vague. If you replace original glass parts with duplicates, there should not be a problem. If the replacement is some add on that covers up existing metal parts then there will be a probem. Touching the metal triggers the switch, most glass is non-conducting.
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no the alarm sensor will allow us 8 seconds after we push the bypass, after that it will sense the door is open and go off. When we have parties I usually remove the battery, due to the reason we are outside all day, and it allows my guest to come in and out of the house.. :) Hope this helps
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The same switch-button that is used to select the speed is also the eject button when it is pushed. This could be an issue for some people since one might push down on the button in the process of selecting a speed. I haven't had any problem with it, however...
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You guys are really missing something simple. The garage door opener knows where it is because it has an encoder inside the unit that counts how many times it rotates past an electronic eye. It know the direction it is moving as well. So when you close it, it starts at 0 rotations and when you open it, it knows it takes 700 (pick a number) rotations to reach full open. Rinse and repeat. You guys crack me up with having to install it while the door is closed. These can be adjusted slightly (probably a foot either way) with the side knobs but not infinitely. How did you think the garage door opener knew when to stop when it was open, or when to stop before slamming into the ground? You guys are really missing something simple. The garage door opener knows where it is because it has an encoder inside the unit that counts how many times it rotates past an electronic eye. It know the direction it is moving as well. So when you close it, it starts at 0 rotations and when you open it, it knows it takes 700 (pick a number) rotations to reach full open. Rinse and repeat. You guys crack me up with having to install it while the door is closed. These can be adjusted slightly (probably a foot either way) with the side knobs but not infinitely. How did you think the... » Read More You guys are really missing something simple. The garage door opener knows where it is because it has an encoder inside the unit that counts how many times it rotates past an electronic eye. It know the direction it is moving as well. So when you close it, it starts at 0 rotations and when you open it, it knows it takes 700 (pick a number) rotations to reach full open. Rinse and repeat. You guys crack me up with having to install it while the door is closed. These can be adjusted slightly (probably a foot either way) with the side knobs but not infinitely. How did you think the garage door opener knew when to stop when it was open, or when to stop before slamming into the ground? « Show Less
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That is a function of the door motor control and YES it still functions as designed. Think of the magic closer as a simple "push button" remote to tell the door to close.
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Yes it is as good. It definitely lets you know when a door or window has been opened when the bypass button has not been pressed. I would recommend it.
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Yes, that was the purpose of this switch and it works great. The manual bypass switch you can hook up to it works great too.
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No, it will not pass through anything when it is off. No system will.When it is off it is like it is "dead."
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I have one button on the fringe of the operating distance so it only works occasionally. If the button does not work when it is near the door bell then it may have some bad contacts behind the button. I would ask Heath for a replacement button then.
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I looked again at a spare brand new one that was in my garage - with that lock properly installed I don't see you circumventing it without breaking something. That latch doesn't move if in the locked position. I wish there was a way to post a picture - basically there's a tapered section of the lock assemble that slides into the gray housing - then the latch lifts and swings over the catch on the door; when the lock mechanism is pushed down that door is solidly secured. Then locking it makes it so it can't lift or open. Like I said, if that's done right, the housing won't open without you breaking some plastic either on the door or the lock itself. I looked again at a spare brand new one that was in my garage - with that lock properly installed I don't see you circumventing it without breaking something. That latch doesn't move if in the locked position. I wish there was a way to post a picture - basically there's a tapered section of the lock assemble that slides into the gray housing - then the latch lifts and swings over the catch on the door; when the lock mechanism is pushed down that door is solidly secured. Then locking it makes it so it can't lift or open. Like I said, if that's done right, the housing won't open... » Read More I looked again at a spare brand new one that was in my garage - with that lock properly installed I don't see you circumventing it without breaking something. That latch doesn't move if in the locked position. I wish there was a way to post a picture - basically there's a tapered section of the lock assemble that slides into the gray housing - then the latch lifts and swings over the catch on the door; when the lock mechanism is pushed down that door is solidly secured. Then locking it makes it so it can't lift or open. Like I said, if that's done right, the housing won't open without you breaking some plastic either on the door or the lock itself. « Show Less
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How it is installed - It is installed flat up against the door track. You have to drill holes in the track for the bolt to slide and the two screws. Don't tighten the screws to tight as it will prevent the bolt from functioning properly and you will smoked the unit (like I did the first time) The wire then plugs into the appropriate connection on the opener. How it works: The lock is automatic at that point. The bolt slides open when you open the door and slides locked when the door is closed. It does have a manual override. This was a very easy installation. I do like having it.
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Not on the door you leave through. I have similar device on doors to the back yard where it is not an issue. Besides, nothing is absolute. Personally, if I were a thief I try the garage door first. I now unplug mine when away on vacation, just in case.
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why? It comes with it's own push button control. I have found the flip up door to be extremely fragile and they brake rather quickly leaving the key pad exposed to the elements. This is my second one and I don't think I would buy another. Just My two cents.
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It replace or goes in series with any existing normally closed door or window micro-switch, magnetic or otherwise, no additional power needed. It trips at much lower forces than needed to actually break the glass, but will also trip if the glass is broken.
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I never noticed but I just tested it. The door will always swing back into a closed position but does not always "click" in a locked mode. If you are looking to keep it wide open from time to time this might be a nuisance. We always need it shut so it's fine for that purpose. Hope that helps :)
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Mine has a little play in the latching. You should be able to just insert the key and turn but may need to press down slightly to release. I have had some trouble with my combination #s to unlock though. I use a combination of 2 or 3 #s pushed at the same time for one of my combinations. This sometimes does not work if I push the sequence too quickly. I do like being able to use more than one finger stroke to equal one entry. I.E. #1 and #2 pushed simutaniously to equal one #.Unless there is quite a bit of gap it sounds like about the same as mine. I have two and the second one does have more gap than the last one I purchased. Mine has a little play in the latching. You should be able to just insert the key and turn but may need to press down slightly to release. I have had some trouble with my combination #s to unlock though. I use a combination of 2 or 3 #s pushed at the same time for one of my combinations. This sometimes does not work if I push the sequence too quickly. I do like being able to use more than one finger stroke to equal one entry. I.E. #1 and #2 pushed simutaniously to equal one #.Unless there is quite a bit of gap it sounds like about the same as mine. I have two and the second one does have... » Read More Mine has a little play in the latching. You should be able to just insert the key and turn but may need to press down slightly to release. I have had some trouble with my combination #s to unlock though. I use a combination of 2 or 3 #s pushed at the same time for one of my combinations. This sometimes does not work if I push the sequence too quickly. I do like being able to use more than one finger stroke to equal one entry. I.E. #1 and #2 pushed simutaniously to equal one #.Unless there is quite a bit of gap it sounds like about the same as mine. I have two and the second one does have more gap than the last one I purchased. « Show Less