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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 24, 2014
Filed:
May. 30, 2011
William Gioia, Winfield, IL (US);
Eric J. Robb, Carol Stream, IL (US);
David Stafford, Lake Jackson, TX (US);
Robert S. Study, Iii, Chicago, IL (US);
William Gioia, Winfield, IL (US);
Eric J. Robb, Carol Stream, IL (US);
David Stafford, Lake Jackson, TX (US);
Robert S. Study, III, Chicago, IL (US);
The Chamberlain Group, Inc., Elmhurst, IL (US);
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for controlling a barrier movement operator having a timer-to-close feature are disclosed. The methods and apparatus include arrangements for conveniently inhibiting and re-activating the timer-to-close feature and for providing a mid-stop position during movement toward the closed position. Additionally, the embodiments include methods and apparatus for reversing barrier operation.