ChickenGuard PRO Automatic Self-Locking Coop Door Kit

Automatic Self-Locking Chicken Coop Door for Everyday Convenience

The ChickenGuard PRO Automatic Self-Locking Coop Door Kit combines a programmable PRO controller with a durable aluminum sliding door and locking runner system. It opens and closes the coop on the schedule you choose, while self-locking wings help prevent predators from lifting the door after it is fully lowered.

This complete kit is designed for keepers who want an automatic pop-hole door opener and a compatible self-locking door in one package. Use the timer, built-in light sensor, manual controls, or DualSafe closing to match the door’s operation to your flock and routine.

Why Choose the ChickenGuard PRO Door Kit?

• Self-locking aluminum door: Locking wings engage when the panel reaches the fully closed position, helping resist attempts to lift the door from below.
• Four control choices: Program operation by time, ambient light, manual button control, or DualSafe closing.
• Guided setup: The controller’s setup process walks you through the door’s open and closed positions for calibration.
• Flexible sensor settings: Adjust the light sensitivity and add a sensor delay from 0 to 60 minutes in five-minute increments.
• Outdoor-ready controller: ChickenGuard describes the PRO housing as weatherproof and rates the unit for operation from -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C).
• Door-lifting capacity: The PRO controller is rated to lift compatible vertical sliding doors weighing up to 4 lb (2 kg).

Timer, Light Sensor, Manual, and DualSafe Operation

Timer mode lets you select regular opening and closing times. Light-sensor mode responds to the changing outdoor light level, while the large controller buttons let you operate the door manually when needed.

DualSafe closing uses both the light level and a preset closing time. The controller closes the door when the first of those two closing conditions occurs. This adds scheduling flexibility, but every flock and coop is different; check that all birds have returned before relying on any automatic closing schedule.

How the Self-Locking Door Works

As the aluminum panel reaches the bottom of its runners, the locking wings move into position automatically. The wings help keep a closed door from being pushed upward by a predator. When the ChickenGuard PRO begins the next opening cycle, the lifting action releases the locking mechanism and raises the panel.

The locking system is an added layer of coop security, not a substitute for a sound structure. Inspect the coop regularly, secure other possible entry points with appropriate latches and predator-resistant materials, and review our guide to identifying chicken predators and entry routes.

Obstruction Detection and Door Errors

If the door does not reach its expected closed position, the current PRO controller retries the closing operation at three-minute intervals, making up to five attempts over approximately 15 minutes. If it still cannot close, the screen displays a door error so the runners, cord, and doorway can be checked.

Keep the door path clear of bedding, ice, debris, and other obstructions. No automatic door can confirm that every chicken is safely inside, so regular observation remains important.

Dimensions and Installation Space

• PRO controller: Approximately 6.6 x 3.7 inches (16.7 x 9.3 cm)
• Aluminum door panel: Approximately 10 x 12 inches (25 x 30 cm)
• Runner length: Approximately 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)
• Runner width: Approximately 1 inch
• Controller clearance: Allow at least 3 inches (7.5 cm) above the runners
• Maximum compatible door weight: 4 lb (2 kg)

Before ordering, measure the coop wall and pop-hole area to confirm that the door panel, runners, and required controller clearance will fit. The controller should be installed directly above the center of the door so the lifting cord travels vertically.

Battery or External DC Power

The ChickenGuard PRO operates on four AA alkaline batteries, which are included. A compatible external 9V DC power supply may also be used; it must provide at least 1A and use a center-positive 2.1 x 5.5 mm connector. The external power supply is sold separately.

Follow the current ChickenGuard instructions when changing power sources. Do not operate the controller from an external DC supply while alkaline or lithium AA batteries are installed.

What’s Included

• ChickenGuard PRO controller
• Self-locking aluminum coop door
• Four runner sections for the self-locking door
• Four AA alkaline batteries
• Controller and door mounting screws
• PRO controller and self-locking door instructions
• Manufacturer warranty information

Installation and Care

Install the kit on a flat, solid coop wall using a screwdriver and level. Position the runners vertically and parallel so the door slides freely, then mount the PRO controller above the center of the panel. ChickenGuard’s instructions caution against using an electric drill during installation.

Check the lifting cord, runners, batteries, and door movement regularly. Clear dirt, bedding, snow, and ice before they interfere with travel, and test the selected opening and closing settings after installation or seasonal schedule changes.

ChickenGuard Warranty and Support

The ChickenGuard PRO is backed by a three-year manufacturer warranty, subject to ChickenGuard’s current warranty terms and registration requirements. Retain the instructions and purchase information, and consult ChickenGuard or My Favorite Chicken if you need setup or troubleshooting assistance.

Compare ChickenGuard PRO Configurations

• ChickenGuard PRO opener only: Choose the controller by itself when you already have a compatible vertical sliding coop door.
• ChickenGuard PRO with oak wood door kit: Choose this configuration when you prefer traditional oak runners instead of the self-locking runner system.

ChickenGuard PRO Door Kit FAQs

Does this kit include both the controller and coop door?

Yes. This is the complete ChickenGuard PRO self-locking door kit, including the controller, approximately 10 x 12-inch aluminum door panel, runner sections, four AA alkaline batteries, mounting screws, and instructions.

How is this different from a ChickenGuard opener-only product?

This kit includes the self-locking aluminum door and compatible runners. An opener-only controller requires an existing compatible vertical sliding door or a separately purchased door kit.

Can the door operate by timer or daylight?

Yes. Choose timer, light-sensor, or manual operation. DualSafe closing can monitor both the light level and a preset time, then close the door when the first of those two conditions occurs.

What makes the aluminum door self-locking?

Locking wings engage after the panel is fully lowered, helping prevent a predator from lifting the closed door. The mechanism strengthens one entry point, but the rest of the coop must also be secured appropriately.

What power source does the PRO controller require?

Use four AA alkaline batteries, which are included, or a compatible external 9V DC supply rated for at least 1A with a center-positive 2.1 x 5.5 mm connector. The external supply is sold separately. Follow the current instructions when changing power sources, and do not leave alkaline batteries installed while using external DC power.

How much installation space is needed?

The door panel is approximately 10 x 12 inches, the runners are approximately 23.5 inches long, and the controller needs at least 3 inches of clearance above the runners. Measure the coop wall and doorway before ordering.

What happens if the door cannot close completely?

The current PRO controller retries at three-minute intervals, making up to five attempts over approximately 15 minutes. If the door still cannot close, it displays a door error. Inspect the doorway, runners, lifting cord, and surrounding area promptly.