Screw Drive Carriage Assembly with Magnet for Garage Door Opener Repair and Limit Switch Compatibility

This screw drive carriage assembly replaces the part that grips the screw inside a compatible garage door opener rail, allowing the door to travel up and down the rail. The assembly includes a magnet and works with magnetic or mechanical style limit switches.

A genuine Genie replacement part, the 36179R.S carriage includes a lever for attaching the emergency release cord and an arrow pointing toward the door to help orient it during replacement. Its design helps protect the screw drive from wear and tear. Match your opener model or previous carriage part number before ordering.

Features

• Internal carriage teeth engage the screw inside the opener rail.
• Includes a magnet and supports magnetic or mechanical style limit switches.
• Lever provides an attachment point for the emergency release cord.
• Door-facing arrow helps identify the correct installation orientation.
• Designed to protect the screw drive from wear and tear.
• Replaces carriage part numbers 36179R, 34107R, 34107R.S, 20414R, 25589R and 25589S.

Specifications

• Part number: 36179R.S
• Component: Screw drive carriage assembly with magnet
• Limit switch compatibility: Magnetic or mechanical style
• Release cord connection: Attachment lever
• Orientation aid: Arrow pointing toward the door
• Previous carriage part numbers: 36179R; 34107R; 34107R.S; 20414R; 25589R; 25589S
• Compatible opener models: 1060; 1560; 2560; 3560; 3860; IS525; IS525/B; IS550; IS550/B; IS850; IS900; IS900/B; IS920; CM7500; CM7600; CM8500-S; CM8600; PRO95; CM8600-FN; H4000; H6000; 2060L; 3060L; IMS1000; ISL950; ISL950/B; ISL980; ISL980/B; G4050CL; G5000CL; G5050CL; G5500CL; G5700CL; G8000CL; GX9000CL; GXL9500CL; GXL9550CL; GXL9900CL; GXL1000CL; Excelerator; H8000-07; H8000D; ISD990; ISD995; ISD1000; PRO99-2IC; PRO99FN; CMD9900; 4560; 4060L

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check whether this carriage fits my garage door opener?

Match your opener model to the compatibility list for the 36179R.S screw drive carriage. You can also check whether your existing carriage is part number 36179R, 34107R, 34107R.S, 20414R, 25589R or 25589S, which this assembly directly replaces.

Does this carriage work with both magnetic and mechanical limit switches?

Yes, the 36179R.S screw drive carriage assembly works with magnetic or mechanical style limit switches on compatible openers.

When might my screw drive carriage need replacement?

A worn carriage may need replacement when the motor runs and the screw turns but the garage door does not move, sometimes accompanied by grinding or chattering. Confirm the cause before choosing a replacement.

Where does the emergency release cord attach?

The emergency release cord attaches to the lever on this screw drive carriage assembly, providing a connection for releasing the door during a power outage or other emergency.

How can I identify the correct installation direction?

The screw drive carriage has an arrow pointing toward the door to help you orient it correctly during replacement. Follow the replacement instructions for your compatible opener.