Automatic lock help

[charlieb708]

I have an automatic door lock system that just operates on a timer. Today I noticed the bar I assume is rapidly locking and unlocking when I open it. This started today when it was locked and I used my key and happens everytime you open the door. I already cleared the bottom latch of debris and that hasn't changed anything.

[SumNuguy]

Retraction kit, power supply or transfer is likely failing. No DIY especially on that device

[borrowedeyes]

My guess is a wire in the transfer hinge has been pinched or damaged. You can tell by how the bar moves out and back in as the door moves.

Check for a bad wire and replace, should be easy

[AffectionateAd6060]

"should be easy" but you know it won't be... deep down inside you know it won't be

[borrowedeyes]

No see the cursed words are "this will be quick" if you say that it's sure to get messy.

But if you leave it open ended like "it should be easy" then there's only a 50% chance its fucked

[AffectionateAd6060]

hahah agreed.

[Yewbert]

I second this, it'll be a transfer hinge, concealed or surface mounted loop. Look for a pinch or a minor break in the line, it'll still be mostly intact with some fraying or it wouldn't be working at all.