Garage door opener extension cord

[cfolsom]

Hi,
I'm looking for a reference to back up my opinion that the garage door opener should have its own outlet and not be served by a long extension cord.

Thanks in advance,
Corey

[Brian E. Kelly]

http://www.geniecompany.com/docs/GENIE%20CHAINGLIDE-ENG.pdf

Extension cords are for temporary power only.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD!
Extension cords can cause dangerous
overheating conditions.
DO NOT USE A PORTABLE GENERATOR!
This product is designed to operate on
standard house current. Do not use
alternate power supplies.

WARNING

5 You need a 110-120 Volt power supply
available. The outlet should be no more than 3
feet from the power head once it is mounted. (The

cord is 4 ft. in length.) SEE WARNING BELOW

[msylvester]

No referance but this is the narative I use.

Extension cords are being used as permanent wiring in one or more areas. They should only be used for portable equipment on a temporary basis. Using extension cords as permanent wiring poses a fire and shock hazard, and is an indication that wiring is not adequate and should be updated. Recommend either removing extension cords or having a qualified electrician evaluate and make modifications as necessary. For example, install additional circuits and/or electric outlets.

[David P. Valley]

All garage door openers should be plugged directly into an outlet located adjacent to the opener. No extension cords.

[Jeffrey R. Pope]

http://www.nachi.org/forum/f19/extension-cords-permanent-application-22469/