Genie GBB-BX Battery Back Up Unit - Genie 37228R Add on Accessory
Battery back-up add-on unit providing up to 50 door cycles per 24-hour outage period via 12V 8Ah sealed lead acid battery. The Battery Back-Up Unit (Add-On) (part number Genie 37228R) is compatible with Genie TriloG 3062, Genie TriloG 3064, Genie IntelliG 3062 and other systems. Key attributes include: 12V 8Ah sealed lead acid (SLA) battery delivers up to 50 open-and-close cycles within a 24-hour power outage period.
Key Features
- 12V 8Ah sealed lead acid (SLA) battery delivers up to 50 open-and-close cycles within a 24-hour power outage period
- Three-LED status display - Green (ready), Yellow (charging or low), Red (needs charge) - provides clear charge state monitoring
- Includes 3-foot connector cable and mounting bracket for straightforward installation on compatible Genie openers
- California SB-969 compliant - can be used as a retrofit add-on to bring qualifying existing Genie openers into regulatory compliance
- Compatible with multiple Genie product lines including TriloG, IntelliG, PowerMax 1200/1500, ChainMax 1200, SilentMax, and MachForce
- Pre-October 2012 TriloG and IntelliG openers require a separate circuit board and wall console upgrade before installation
Compatibility Guide
- Genie TriloG 3062
- Genie TriloG 3064
- Genie IntelliG 3062
- Genie IntelliG 3064
- Genie IntelliG 4024
- Genie PowerMax 1200
- Genie PowerMax 1500
- Genie ChainMax 1200
- Genie SilentMax (select models)
- Genie MachForce (select models)
Professional Specs
| Feature | Specification |
|---|
| Model | Genie 37228R |
| Item Type | Battery Back-Up Unit (Add-On) |
| Voltage | 12V DC |
| Materials | Sealed lead acid (SLA) battery housing; plastic enclosure |
| Dimensions | 9.5 in L x 5.27 in H x 5.0 in W, 7.8 lbs |
| Mounting | Bracket-mount; mounting bracket included |
| Alternate Part Numbers | GBB-BX, 37228R |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of battery does the Genie 37228R GBB-BX use?
A: The GBB-BX uses a 12V 8 amp-hour sealed lead acid (SLA) battery, sourced from Interstate Batteries, to power compatible Genie openers during a utility power outage.
Q: How many door cycles can the GBB-BX provide during a power outage?
A: The unit supports up to 50 open-and-close cycles within a 24-hour period following a power outage, though actual cycles may vary based on door weight and condition.
A: It is compatible with Genie TriloG (3062, 3064), IntelliG (3062, 3064, 4024), PowerMax 1200, PowerMax 1500, ChainMax 1200, SilentMax, and MachForce openers. Note that TriloG and IntelliG units manufactured before October 2012 require a separate circuit board and wall console upgrade.
Q: What do the LED indicators on the GBB-BX mean?
A: Three LED indicators are included: Green indicates the unit is ready and fully charged, Yellow indicates the battery is charging or is at a low charge level, and Red indicates the battery needs charging.
Q: Is the Genie GBB-BX compliant with California SB-969?
A: Yes, the Genie 37228R GBB-BX is compliant with California SB-969, which requires battery back-up capability on newly sold residential garage door openers effective July 1, 2019. It can also serve as a retrofit kit to bring existing eligible openers into compliance.
