I heard it from them pretty much every day. We’d run into each other at the mailbox, and in a conspiratorial whisper, they’d say “your garage door’s open.” I always pretended I was glad for the update, but really, so what if it was? A man’s home is his castle, of which he is king, and the positioning of the drawbridge is the king’s prerogative. I suppose they were worried about my attracting lawnmower thieves to the neighborhood.

Weird thing was, though, I’d go around the side of the house to check, and probably half the time it was closed. Whatever.

It was finally too much when I started getting little notes on the front door: “Just FYI, your garage door was open all day today.” Really, what’s it to them? Who are they, the unofficial homeowners’ association? I guess they meant well, but it was still kind of annoying. And, like I said, about half the time, it wasn’t. Or maybe they closed it for me before I got home, who knows? They probably thought they were doing me a favor, but frankly I’d feel better knowing they stayed on their side of the pickets.

Anyway, that whole chapter is behind me now, because I got one of those ultra-quiet belt-drive Genie openers. Oh, it’s nice. The belt is fiber-reinforced for extra quietness, so I can come home late without waking anyone up at my house or the neighbors’, even though the garage faces their bedroom directly.

Plus it’s protected by an Intellicode rolling security code, so that’ll keep the neighbors all up out my biz-natch fo shizzle. That’s peace of mind.

Yep, that new Genie should put a stop to the neighbors’ passive-aggressive garage-door notes! Here’s something weird, though. At work, I’ve started getting anonymous emails advising me that I’ve “left [my] barn door open,” and expressing concern about the horse’s possible escape.

Now, I don’t even keep livestock, so I don’t know what that’s about.

Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty

Warranty:

• 15 Year Genie on Motor
• 2 Years Genie for Parts

Features:

• Designed with a fiber-reinforced belt-drive system to provide you with the ultimate in quiet operation – ideal for installation near living or bedroom areas
• Quieter than chain or screw drive systems – the flexible rubber belt dampens vibrations and eliminates the noisy metal-to-metal contact of chain or screw drives
• Safe-T-Beam self-diagnostic system stops and reverses door when interrupted or beam malfunctions
• Intellicode rolling code technology prevents unauthorized access to your home
• New random security code set for each use
• Recognizes security code from billions of possible combinations
• HomeLink compatible for automobiles with built-in car remote systems
• For up to 7’ 6” tall Doors
• One light system (Bulb not included)
• Two 3-button compact remotes with docking stations and keychains
• One 3-button wall console
• ½ Horse power motor
• Dual frequency 315/390 MHz
• Ultra quiet operation
• Long lasting reinforced belt
• Meets or exceeds all Federal, State and UL325 Safety Requirements
• Included quick installation poster

In the box:

• 1 – Pulley Assembly
• 1 – Carriage
• 8 – Carriage Bolt, 1/4″ – 20 X 3/4″
• 9 – Locknut, 1/4” – 20 X 3/4″
• 1 – Flange Bolt, 1/4” – 20 X 1/2″
• 4 – Tapered Flange Bolt, 1/4″ – 20 X 3/4″
• 2 – Bolt, 5/16” – 18
• 2 – Locknut, 5/16” – 18
• 1 – Sprocket
• 1 – Sprocket Holder
• 1 – Belt Clamp
• 1 – Grease Tube
• 1 – Header Bracket
• 1 – Door Bracket
• 4 – Lag Screw, 5/16” X 2”
• 1 – Clevis Pin, 2-3/8”
• 3 – Cotter Pin
• 6 – Bolt, 5/16” – 18 x 1″
• 6 – Locknut, 5/16”- 18
• 1 – Clevis Pin, 1-3/8”
• 1 – Clevis Pin, 1-1/8”
• 4 – Self Tapers
• 4 – Safety Beam Bracket
• 1 – Safety Beam Transmitter
• 1 – Safety Beam Receiver
• 1 – 90 Ft. length of Wire, 22AWG, 2-Conductor
• 5 – Wire Clip
• 2 – Flange Bolt, 1/4” – 20X1/2”
• 4 – Lag Screw, 1/4” – 20X1/2”
• 2 – Locknut, 1/4” – 20
• 20 – Insulated Staples
• 1 – Carriage Release Handle
• 1 – 36” Release Handle Rope
• 1 – Wall Control Release
• 2 – Machine Screw, 6-32 X 1”
• 2 – Wood Screw, #6 X 1”
• 2 – Screw Cover
• 2 – 3 Button remote Control
• 1 – Wireless Keypad
• 2 – Screw Anchor
• 2 – Wood Screw, #6 X 1-1/2”
• 2 – Screw Cover
• 1 – Straight Door Arm
• 1 – Curved Door Arm
• 1 – Motor Head
• 1 – Rail assembly (3 sections)
• 1 – Belt
• 2 – Rail Clamps
• 2 – Mounting Strap
• 1 – Emergency Release Tag
• 1 – Assembly and Instruction Poster
• 1 – Operation and Maintenance Manual

I heard it from them pretty much every day. We’d run into each other at the mailbox, and in a conspiratorial whisper, they’d say “your garage door’s open.” I always pretended I was glad for the update, but really, so what if it was? A man’s home is his castle, of which he is king, and the positioning of the drawbridge is the king’s prerogative. I suppose they were worried about my attracting lawnmower thieves to the neighborhood.

Weird thing was, though, I’d go around the side of the house to check, and probably half the time it was closed. Whatever.

It was finally too much when I started getting little notes on the front door: “Just FYI, your garage door was open all day today.” Really, what’s it to them? Who are they, the unofficial homeowners’ association? I guess they meant well, but it was still kind of annoying. And, like I said, about half the time, it wasn’t. Or maybe they closed it for me before I got home, who knows? They probably thought they were doing me a favor, but frankly I’d feel better knowing they stayed on their side of the pickets.

Anyway, that whole chapter is behind me now, because I got one of those ultra-quiet belt-drive Genie openers. Oh, it’s nice. The belt is fiber-reinforced for extra quietness, so I can come home late without waking anyone up at my house or the neighbors’, even though the garage faces their bedroom directly.

Plus it’s protected by an Intellicode rolling security code, so that’ll keep the neighbors all up out my biz-natch fo shizzle. That’s peace of mind.

Yep, that new Genie should put a stop to the neighbors’ passive-aggressive garage-door notes! Here’s something weird, though. At work, I’ve started getting anonymous emails advising me that I’ve “left [my] barn door open,” and expressing concern about the horse’s possible escape.

Now, I don’t even keep livestock, so I don’t know what that’s about.

Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty

Warranty:

• 15 Year Genie on Motor
• 2 Years Genie for Parts

Features:

• Designed with a fiber-reinforced belt-drive system to provide you with the ultimate in quiet operation – ideal for installation near living or bedroom areas
• Quieter than chain or screw drive systems – the flexible rubber belt dampens vibrations and eliminates the noisy metal-to-metal contact of chain or screw drives
• Safe-T-Beam self-diagnostic system stops and reverses door when interrupted or beam malfunctions
• Intellicode rolling code technology prevents unauthorized access to your home
• New random security code set for each use
• Recognizes security code from billions of possible combinations
• HomeLink compatible for automobiles with built-in car remote systems
• For up to 7’ 6” tall Doors
• One light system (Bulb not included)
• Two 3-button compact remotes with docking stations and keychains
• One 3-button wall console
• ½ Horse power motor
• Dual frequency 315/390 MHz
• Ultra quiet operation
• Long lasting reinforced belt
• Meets or exceeds all Federal, State and UL325 Safety Requirements
• Included quick installation poster

In the box:

• 1 – Pulley Assembly
• 1 – Carriage
• 8 – Carriage Bolt, 1/4″ – 20 X 3/4″
• 9 – Locknut, 1/4” – 20 X 3/4″
• 1 – Flange Bolt, 1/4” – 20 X 1/2″
• 4 – Tapered Flange Bolt, 1/4″ – 20 X 3/4″
• 2 – Bolt, 5/16” – 18
• 2 – Locknut, 5/16” – 18
• 1 – Sprocket
• 1 – Sprocket Holder
• 1 – Belt Clamp
• 1 – Grease Tube
• 1 – Header Bracket
• 1 – Door Bracket
• 4 – Lag Screw, 5/16” X 2”
• 1 – Clevis Pin, 2-3/8”
• 3 – Cotter Pin
• 6 – Bolt, 5/16” – 18 x 1″
• 6 – Locknut, 5/16”- 18
• 1 – Clevis Pin, 1-3/8”
• 1 – Clevis Pin, 1-1/8”
• 4 – Self Tapers
• 4 – Safety Beam Bracket
• 1 – Safety Beam Transmitter
• 1 – Safety Beam Receiver
• 1 – 90 Ft. length of Wire, 22AWG, 2-Conductor
• 5 – Wire Clip
• 2 – Flange Bolt, 1/4” – 20X1/2”
• 4 – Lag Screw, 1/4” – 20X1/2”
• 2 – Locknut, 1/4” – 20
• 20 – Insulated Staples
• 1 – Carriage Release Handle
• 1 – 36” Release Handle Rope
• 1 – Wall Control Release
• 2 – Machine Screw, 6-32 X 1”
• 2 – Wood Screw, #6 X 1”
• 2 – Screw Cover
• 2 – 3 Button remote Control
• 1 – Wireless Keypad
• 2 – Screw Anchor
• 2 – Wood Screw, #6 X 1-1/2”
• 2 – Screw Cover
• 1 – Straight Door Arm
• 1 – Curved Door Arm
• 1 – Motor Head
• 1 – Rail assembly (3 sections)
• 1 – Belt
• 2 – Rail Clamps
• 2 – Mounting Strap
• 1 – Emergency Release Tag
• 1 – Assembly and Instruction Poster
• 1 – Operation and Maintenance Manual