The Genie 39946R.S Release Cord and General Hardware is a genuine OEM replacement kit for Genie residential garage door openers. It restores the emergency release assembly that lets you manually disengage the trolley from the door during a power outage or when service is required. The kit includes the pull cord with red handle and the related fasteners supplied by Genie for this function, offering a direct replacement when the original rope, handle, or small hardware has been lost or worn. Using the correct Genie part number helps preserve proper opener operation and the required manual disconnect capability.
This replacement part is intended for Genie chain- and belt-drive openers that use a standard trolley pull-cord release, commonly found on T-rail and C-channel rail systems in residential applications. Installation is straightforward: with power off, attach the cord to the opener’s release lever on the carriage, route it through the handle, tie secure knots as shown in the Genie installation manual, and position the handle within easy reach from the floor; then test manual disengagement and reengagement per the operator’s instructions. For safety, confirm the door is properly balanced and avoid pulling the release if the door may drop. Verify compatibility with your specific model’s parts list or Genie support before purchasing this replacement part.