The Genie 36987A Head to Rail Bracket Belt Guard is a genuine replacement cover designed for Genie belt-drive garage door openers. Installed at the opener head where the rail connects, this guard shields the exposed belt and drive components to help prevent accidental contact and keep debris away from the moving belt path. It supports smooth, reliable travel of the door by maintaining proper coverage around the sprocket/idler area and restoring the factory safety enclosure when the original guard is missing or damaged.
Ideal for residential Genie belt-drive systems, the 36987A is a non-electrical component and requires no programming. Installation typically involves disconnecting power, removing the existing fasteners at the head-to-rail bracket, positioning the guard in the correct orientation, and re-securing with the opener’s hardware per the owner’s manual. For compatibility, match the opener’s illustrated parts list or existing component label to part number 36987A; compatibility varies by model family, so verify against Genie technical documentation or your opener’s parts diagram. Using an OEM Genie belt guard helps maintain safe operation and adherence to the manufacturer’s original design.