How to raise an electric blind manually

You probably have or know what a electric shutter And if you've come this far, it's because the roller shutter system has jammed or you want to know how to have a "plan B" in case the power goes out and you want to raise an electric roller shutter manually.

Here's everything you need to know to get started. raising an electric blind manually.

How do electric roller shutters work?

The electric blinds are a revolution in terms of technology in the home and business, achieving greater convenience and comfort to avoid having to lift them manually. The most incredible thing about this type of blinds is that they can be opened and closed remotely and, in addition, they can also be programmable.

As a general rule, roller shutters contain a mechanism based on a ladder or belt that is collected by means of an upper one in the box and a lower one or catcher, having to exert sufficient force to raise the shutter. In the case of electric roller shutters, the catchers or tubular motors are automatic.

In the electrical ones, we can see how its operation is based on the application of a tubular motor on the roller shutter shaft (manual roller shutter shaft can be used), and you need to install other elements for the roller shutter to function optimally.

In this type of automatic blinds includes elements such as bearings, end caps, motors (with adapters), roller shutter shafts or strips, among others.

What to do if the electric roller shutter does not go up or down?

There are various reasons why the electric roller shutter gets stuck and does not work properly:

• Straps with problems. If the straps give problems, it is better to replace them to solve the problem.
• Incorrect positioning of the motor on the roller shutter shaft. The motor has to be installed inside the tube and secured with screws.
• Defective engine. It cannot be solved at home and the repair could be more expensive, so it is advisable to order a new one from the manufacturer and installing the roller shutter motor.
• The shutter overheats. Certain roller shutter models are equipped with thermal fuses that switch off the motor. The disadvantage occurs when they are constantly lowered and raised, which can eventually burn out the motor.

How to raise an electric blind manually?

If the electric shutter fails or the power is outThe system will not be able to work, so it is advisable to have a system that allows us to lift it manually. We show you 2 solutions:

• Emergency engine. We can find motors that have an external coupling that, in case the electric blind does not work, inserts a rod similar to that of the awnings that allows the blind to be raised and lowered at will.
• Some electric roller shutter systems are equipped with a unlocking system (exterior or interior) that allows the roller shutter motor to be disconnected and can be used manually.

Now you know how you can upload an electric roller shutter manually. If you have an electric shutter and do not have a plan B, you can opt for an alternative system or know where the shutter release system is located.