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A garage door torsion spring is a heavy-duty spring mounted horizontally on a shaft above the garage door opening. It stores rotational energy as the door is lowered, and releases this energy to help lift the door. Torsion springs are critical for balancing the door's weight, making it manageable for the opener system. Due to the extreme tension they are under, torsion springs require professional handling for replacement to prevent serious injury.

Aligning garage door sensors involves ensuring they are correctly positioned and free from obstructions that might interrupt the infrared beam. Typically mounted near the bottom of the garage door tracks, each sensor has an indicator light. When properly aligned, both lights should be solid. If one light is blinking, gently adjust the position of that sensor until both lights are steady, signifying a clear beam. This ensures the safety reversal system functions correctly.

A garage door opener is an electromechanical device used to open and close garage doors automatically, typically via remote control or a wall-mounted switch. Most openers consist of a motor, a drive mechanism (chain, belt, or screw), and a power head that attaches to the door. They are equipped with safety features, such as photo-eye sensors, to prevent the door from closing on obstructions. Opener systems are designed to work with the specific weight and balance of the garage door.