Product Details
This torsion spring is constructed of steel and includes a stationary cone and a winding cone attached to opposite ends of the spring. These torsion springs provide lifting force for heavy garage doors and must be selected based on the spring's dimensions rather than the door's weight. In the case of dual spring installations, it is imperative to use left wind and right wind springs correctly, and both springs should be replaced simultaneously to prevent added strain on the older, non-replaced spring. This regular duty torsion spring has an estimated lifetime rating of 10,000 cycles. Safety precautions are critical: all broken or malfunctioning hardware must be replaced with matching hardware without modifications, as these garage door torsion springs can cause serious injury if not handled and installed properly. If replacing the torsion springs yourself, it is essential to use only Prime-Line's item number GD-52238 for removal or adjustment, as failure to do so may result in severe personal injury. The winding rods, specifically designed for winding and unwinding the tension on torsion springs, are the only recommended tools for this purpose. To determine the handing of your torsion spring wind, observe the end of the spring with the 'finger' at the top of the wind; if the end points left when positioned at 12:00 o'clock, it is a right wind, and if it points right, it is a left wind.
