Chamberlain 182638 User manual

The Chamberlain Group, Inc.
845 Larch Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196
www.chamberlain.com
GARAGE DOOR OPENER
Model 182638 1/2 HP
For Residential Use Only
®
Owner’s Manual
■Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully!
■Fasten the manual near the garage door after installation.
■The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector System®is connected and
properly aligned.
■Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation.
■The model number label is located on the front panel of your opener.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
When you see these Safety Symbols and Signal
Words on the following pages, they will alert you to
the possibility of serious injury or death if you do
not comply with the warnings that accompany them.
The hazard may come from something mechanical
or from electric shock. Read the warnings carefully.
When you see this Signal Word on the following
pages, it will alert you to the possibility of damage to
your garage door and/or the garage door opener if
you do not comply with the cautionary statements
that accompany it. Read them carefully.
INTRODUCTION
Safety Symbol
and Signal Word Review
This garage door opener has been designed and tested to offer safe service provided it is installed, operated,
maintained and tested in strict accordance with the instructions and warnings contained in this manual.
Mechanical
Electrical
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
Introduction 2-7
Safety symbol and signal word review........................2
Preparing your garage door ........................................3
Tools needed...............................................................3
Planning ..................................................................4-5
Carton inventory..........................................................6
Hardware inventory .....................................................7
Assembly 8-11
Assemble the rail and install the trolley ......................8
Fasten the rail to the motor unit and
install the idler pulley...................................................9
Install the chain/cable................................................10
Tighten the chain .......................................................11
Installation 11-26
Installation safety instructions....................................11
Determine the header bracket location .....................12
Install the header bracket..........................................13
Attach the rail to the header bracket.........................14
Position the opener ...................................................15
Hang the opener .......................................................16
Install the door control...............................................17
Install the light ...........................................................18
Attach the emergency release rope and handle .......18
Electrical requirements..............................................19
Install The Protector System®..............................20-22
Fasten the door bracket.......................................23-24
Connect the door arm to the trolley .....................25-26
Adjustment 27-29
Adjust the travel limits ...............................................27
Adjust the force .........................................................28
Test the safety reversal system.................................29
Test The Protector System®......................................29
Operation 30-34
Operation safety instructions.....................................30
Using your garage door opener ................................30
Using the wall-mounted Door Control .......................31
To open the door manually........................................31
Care of your garage door opener..............................32
Having a problem? ....................................................33
Diagnostic chart.........................................................34
Programming 35-36
To add or reprogram a hand-held remote control .....35
To erase all codes .....................................................35
3-Button Remotes .....................................................35
To add, reprogram or change
a Keyless Entry PIN ..................................................36
Repair Parts 37-38
Rail assembly parts...................................................37
Installation parts ........................................................37
Motor unit assembly parts.........................................38
Accessories 39
Repair Parts and Service 40
Warranty 40

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To prevent damage to garage door and opener:
• ALWAYS disable locks BEFORE installing and operating
the opener.
• ONLY operate garage door opener at 120V, 60 Hz to
avoid malfunction and damage.
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
• ALWAYS call a trained door systems technician if
garage door binds, sticks, or is out of balance. An
unbalanced garage door may not reverse when
required.
• NEVER try to loosen, move or adjust garage door, door
springs, cables, pulleys, brackets or their hardware, all
of which are under EXTREME tension.
• Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to
garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage
door opener to avoid entanglement.
Preparing your garage door
Before you begin:
• Disable locks.
• Remove any ropes connected to garage door.
•Complete the following test to make sure your
garage door is balanced and is not sticking or
binding:
1. Lift the door about halfway as shown. Release
the door. If balanced, it should stay in place,
supported entirely by its springs.
2. Raise and lower the door to see if there is any
binding or sticking.
If your door binds, sticks, or is out of balance, call a
trained door systems technician.
Tools needed
During assembly, installation and adjustment of the
opener, instructions will call for hand tools as
illustrated below.
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
Pliers
Wire Cutters
Claw Hammer
Hack Saw
Screwdriver
Adjustable End Wrench
Sockets and Wrench
1/2", 5/8", 7/16", 9/16"
and 1/4"
Drill
Tape Measure
2
1
Stepladder
Pencil
Drill Bits
3/16", 5/16"
and 5/32"
Carpenter's
Level (optional)
Sectional Door
One-Piece Door

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Safety Reversing Sensor
Horizontal and vertical reinforcement
is needed for lightweight garage doors
(fiberglass, steel, aluminum,
door with glass panels, etc.).
See page 23 for details.
— — — — — — — —
Header Wall
Safety
Reversing
Sensor
Gap between floor and bottom of door
must not exceed 1/4" (6 mm).
Extension Spring
Torsion Spring
Access
Door
OR
Slack in chain tension
is normal when
garage door is closed.
Wall-mounted
Door
Control
Motor Unit
FINISHED CEILING
Support bracket &
fastening hardware
is required.
See page 16.
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door
SECTIONAL DOOR INSTALLATION
Planning
Identify the type and height of your garage door.
Survey your garage area to see if any of the
conditions below apply to your installation. Additional
materials may be required. You may find it helpful to
refer back to this page and the accompanying
illustrations as you proceed with the installation of
your opener.
Depending on your requirements, there are several
installation steps which may call for materials or
hardware not included in the carton.
• Installation Step 1 – Look at the wall or ceiling
above the garage door. The header bracket must
be securely fastened to structural supports.
• Installation Step 5 – Do you have a finished ceiling
in your garage? If so, a support bracket and
additional fastening hardware may be required.
• Installation Step 10 – Depending upon garage
construction, extension brackets or wood blocks
may be needed to install sensors.
• Installation Step 10 – Alternate floor mounting of
the safety reversing sensor will require hardware
not provided.
Trolley
stop bolt
Header
Bracket
Trolley
Straight
Door
Arm
Emergency
Release
Rope & Handle
Door Bracket
Garage
Door
Curved
Door
Arm
Garage
Door
Spring
Header
Wall
Chain
CLOSED POSITION
• Do you have an access door in addition to the
garage door? If not, Model 7702C Emergency Key
Release is required. See Accessories page.
• Look at the garage door where it meets the floor.
Any gap between the floor and the bottom of the
door must not exceed 1/4" (6 mm). Otherwise, the
safety reversal system may not work properly. See
Adjustment Step 3. Floor or door should be
repaired.
SECTIONAL DOOR INSTALLATIONS
• Do you have a steel, aluminum, fiberglass or glass
panel door? If so, horizontal and vertical
reinforcement is required (Installation Step 11).
• The opener should be installed above the center of
the door. If there is a torsion spring or center
bearing plate in the way of the header bracket, it
may be installed within 4 feet (1.22 m) to the left or
right of the door center. See Installation Steps 1
and 11.
• If your door is more than 7 feet (2.13 m) high, see
rail extension kits listed on Accessories page.

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Access
Door
Safety
Reversing Sensor
Safety
Reversing
Sensor
Gap between floor
and bottom of door
must not exceed 1/4" (6 mm).
Door
Bracket Straight
Door
Arm
Garage
Door
CLOSED POSITION
Header
Bracket
Curved
Door Arm
Chain
Emergency
Release
Rope &
Handle
Cable
Rail
Trolley Stop Bolt
Header
Wall
Planning (Continued)
ONE-PIECE DOOR INSTALLATIONS
• Generally, a one-piece door does not require
reinforcement. If your door is lightweight, refer to
the information relating to sectional doors in
Installation Step 11.
• Depending on your door’s construction, you may
need additional mounting hardware for the door
bracket (Step 11).
Safety Reversing Sensor
Access
Door
FINISHED CEILING
Support bracket
& fastening
hardware is required.
See page 16.
Safety Reversing
Sensor
Header Wall
Gap between floor
and bottom of door must not exceed 1/4" (6 mm).
Wall-mounted
Door Control
Rail
Motor Unit
Slack in chain tension
is normal when garage
door is closed.
ONE-PIECE DOOR WITHOUT TRACK
Header
Bracket
Trolley
Straight
Door
Arm
Emergency
Release
Rope & Handle
Door Bracket
Curved
Door
Arm
Header
Wall
Cable
Rail
Garage Door
Trolley Stop Bolt
CLOSED POSITION
Without a properly working safety reversal system,
persons (particularly small children) could be
SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage
door.
• The gap between the bottom of the garage door and
the floor MUST NOT exceed 1/4" (6 mm). Otherwise,
the safety reversal system may not work properly.
• The floor or the garage door MUST be repaired to
eliminate the gap.
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING
ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK

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2-Conductor Bell Wire
White & White/Red
Chain and Cable in
Dispensing Carton
Curved Door
Arm Section Straight Door
Arm Section
Safety Labels
and
Literature
Hanging Brackets
Door Bracket
Multi-Function
Door Control Panel
LOCK
LIGHT
(2) Safety Reversing Sensors
(1 Sending Eye and 1 Receiving Eye)
with 2-Conductor White & White/Black
Bell Wire attached
Safety Sensor
Bracket (2)
Motor Unit with a Light Lens
Header Bracket
Idler Pulley
"U" Bracket
Trolley
Chain Spreader
Rail
Center/Back
Sections
Rail
Front (header)
Section
SECURITY✚
Single-Button Remote Control (2)
Your garage door opener is packaged in one carton
which contains the motor unit and all parts illustrated
below. Accessories will depend on the model
purchased. If anything is missing, carefully check the
packing material. PARTS MAY BE STUCK IN THE
FOAM. Hardware for assembly and installation is
shown on the next page. Save the carton and packing
material until installation and adjustment is complete.
Carton Inventory

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Wing Nut
1/4"-20 (2)
Handle
Nut 5/16"-18 (8)
Ring
Fastener (3)
Spacer (2)
Carriage Bolt
1/4"-20x1/2" (2)
Insulated
Staples (30)
Rope
Lock Washer 5/16" (7)
Lag Screw
5/16"-9x1-5/8" (2)
Hex Bolt
5/16"-18x7/8" (4)
Master
Link (2) Idler Bolt (1)
Nut 3/8" (1)
Trolley Threaded Shaft (1)
Lock Washer
3/8" (1)
Lock Nut
1/4"-20 (2)
Bolt 1/4"-20x1-3/4 (2)
Drywall Anchors (2)
Clevis Pin
5/16"x1" (1)
Lag Screw
5/16"-18x1-7/8" (2)
Screw
6ABx1-1/4" (2)
Clevis Pin
5/16"x1-1/2" (1)
Self-Threading Screw
1/4"-14x5/8" (2)
Clevis Pin
5/16"x1-1/4" (1)
Screw 6-32x1" (2)
Hardware Inventory
Separate all hardware and group as shown below for the assembly and installation procedures.
ASSEMBLY HARDWARE
INSTALLATION HARDWARE

FRONT RAIL
(TOP)
KEEP LARGER
HOLE ONTOP
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ASSEMBLY STEP 1
Assemble the Rail & Install the Trolley
To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the
garage door opener until instructed to do so.
Front Rail
(TO DOOR)
Window
Cut-Out
Screwdriver
Idler
Pulley
Hole
Tabs
Back Rails
(TO MOTOR UNIT)
Trolley
Tapered
End
Tapered
End
Inner Trolley
Wear Pads
Outer Trolley
Tapered
End
Tapered
End
To prevent INJURY from pinching, keep hands and
fingers away from the joints while assembling the rail.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
The front rail has a cut out “window” at the door end
(see illustration). The hole above this window is
larger on the top of the rail than on the bottom. A
smaller hole 3-1/2" (8.9 cm) away is close to the rail
edge. Rotate the back rail so it has a similar hole
close to the opposite edge, about 4-3/4" (12 cm)
from the far end.
1. Remove the straight door arm and hanging
bracket packaged inside the front rail and set
aside for Installation Step 5 and 12. NOTE: To
prevent INJURY while unpacking the rail carefully
remove the straight door arm stored within the rail
section.
2. Align the rail sections on a flat surface as shown
and slide the tapered ends into the larger ones.
Tabs along the side will lock into place.
3. Place the motor unit on packing material to protect
the cover, and rest the back end of the rail on top.
For convenience, put a support under the front
end of the rail.
4. As a temporary trolley stop, clamp locking pliers
onto the rail 8" (20 cm) from the center of the idler
pulley hole, as shown.
5. Check to be sure there are 4 plastic wear pads
inside the inner trolley. If they became loose
during shipping, check all packing material. Snap
them back into position as shown.
6. Slide the trolley assembly along the rail from the
back end to the locked pliers.

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To avoid SERIOUS damage to garage door opener,
use ONLY those bolts/fasteners mounted in the top of
the opener.
ASSEMBLY STEP 2
Fasten the Rail to the Motor Unit
• Insert a 1/4"-20x1-3/4 bolt into the cover protection
bolt hole on the back end of the rail as shown.
Tighten securely with a 1/4"-20 lock nut. Do NOT
overtighten.
• Remove the two bolts from the top of the motor
unit.
• Place the “U” bracket, flat side down onto the
motor unit and align the bracket hole with the bolt
holes. Fasten with the previously removed bolts.
• Align the rail assembly with the top of the motor
unit. Slide the rail end onto the “U” bracket, all the
way to the stops that protrude on the top and sides
of the bracket.
• Attach spreader to the motor unit with two screws.
ASSEMBLY STEP 3
Install the Idler Pulley
• Lay the chain/cable beside the rail, as shown.
Grasp the end of the cable and pass
approximately 12" (30 cm) of cable through the
window. Allow it to hang until Assembly Step 5.
• Remove the tape from the idler pulley. The inside
center should be pre-greased. If dry, regrease to
ensure proper operation.
• Place the idler pulley into the window as shown.
• Insert the idler bolt from the top through the rail
and pulley. Tighten with a 3/8" lock washer and nut
underneath the rail until the lock washer is
compressed.
• Rotate the pulley to be sure it spins freely.
• Insert a 1/4"-20x1-3/4 bolt into the trolley stop hole
in the front of the rail as shown. Tighten securely
with a 1/4"-20 lock nut.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
Motor Unit
Sprocket
"U" Bracket
Hex Screws
8-32x7/16"
Chain
Spreader
Lock Nut SLIDE RAIL TO STOPS
ON TOP AND SIDES
OF BRACKET
Cover
Protection
Bolt Hole
Bolt
Bolts
Lock
Washer
3/8" Nut 3/8"
Cable Link
Idler
Bolt
Chain and
Cable Pulley Rail
Bolt
Nut
Washer
Trolley
Idler
Pulley
Idler
Pulley
Grease
Inside Pulley
Screwdriver
Trolley
Stop Hole
Bolt
Lock
Nut
Lock Nut
1/4"-20
Bolt 1/4"-20x1-3/4"
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
Nut 3/8" Lock Washer 3/8
"
Idler Bolt Lock Nut 1/4"-20
Bolt 1/4"-20x1-3/4"
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

ASSEMBLY STEP 4
Install the Chain/Cable
1. Pull the cable around the idler pulley and toward
the trolley.
2. Connect the cable to the retaining slot on the
trolley, as shown (Figure 1):
• From below, push pins of master link bar up
through cable link and trolley slot.
• Push master link cap over pins and past pin
notches.
• Slide clip-on spring over cap and onto pin
notches until both pins are securely locked in
place.
3. With the trolley against the pliers, dispense the
remainder of the cable/chain along the rail toward
the motor unit into the slot on the chain spreader,
around the sprocket onto the chain spreader and
continuing to the trolley assembly. The sprocket
teeth must engage the chain (Figure 2).
4. Check to make sure the chain is not twisted, then
connect it to the threaded shaft with the remaining
master link.
5. Thread the inner nut and lock washer onto the
trolley threaded shaft (Figure 3).
6. Insert the trolley threaded shaft through the hole in
the trolley. Be sure the chain is not twisted
(Figure 4).
7. Loosely thread the outer nut onto the trolley
threaded shaft.
8. Remove the locking pliers.
Idler
Pulley
Round
Hole
Master Link
Clip-On Spring Master
Link Cap
Trolley
Threaded
Shaft
Master
Link Bar
Cable
Link
Cable
Pin
Notch
Master Link
Clip-On Spring Master
Link Cap
Slotted
Hole
Master
Link Bar
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To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY to fingers from
moving garage door opener:
• ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating
opener.
• Securely attach chain spreader BEFORE operating.
Leave Chain and Cable
Inside Dispensing
Carton to Prevent Kinking.
Dispensing Carton
Keep Chain and Cable
Taut When Dispensing
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING
"U" Bracket
Motor Unit
Sprocket
Chain
Spreader
Bolt
KGKG
Figure 1
Figure 2
Trolley
Threaded
Shaft
Inner Nut
5/16"
Lock
Washer
5/16"
Round
Hole
Trolley
Threaded
Shaft
Figure 3
Figure 4

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INSTALLATION
ASSEMBLY STEP 5
Tighten the Chain
• Spin the inner nut and lock washer down the
trolley threaded shaft, away from the trolley.
• To tighten the chain, turn outer nut in the direction
shown (Figure 1).
• When the chain is approximately 1/4" (6 mm)
above the base of the rail at its midpoint, re-tighten
the inner nut to secure the adjustment.
Sprocket noise can result if chain is too loose.
When installation is complete, you may notice some
chain droop with the door closed. This is normal. If
the chain returns to the position shown in Figure 2
when the door is open, do not re-adjust the chain.
NOTE: During future maintenance, ALWAYS pull the
emergency release handle to disconnect trolley
before adjusting chain.
NOTE: You may notice loosening of chain after
Adjustment Step 3 (Test the Safety Reversal
System). Check for proper tension and readjust
chain if necessary. Then repeat Adjustment Step 3.
You have now finished assembling your garage
door opener. Please read the following warnings
before proceeding to the installation section.
Outer
Nut
Lock
Washer
Trolley
Threaded
Shaft
Inner Nut
To Tighten
Inner Nut
To Tighten Outer Nut
Base of Rail Mid length of Rail
Chain
1/4" (6 mm)
Figure 1
Figure 2
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Install garage door opener only on properly balanced
and lubricated garage door. An improperly balanced
door may not reverse when required and could result in
SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
3. All repairs to cables, spring assemblies and other
hardware MUST be made by a trained door systems
technician BEFORE installing opener.
4. Disable all locks and remove all ropes connected to
garage door BEFORE installing opener to avoid
entanglement.
5. Install garage door opener 7 feet (2.13 m) or more
above floor.
6. Mount emergency release handle 6 feet (1.83 m) above
floor.
7. NEVER connect garage door opener to power source
until instructed to do so.
8. NEVER wear watches, rings or loose clothing while
installing or servicing opener. They could be caught in
garage door or opener mechanisms.
9. Install wall-mounted garage door control:
• within sight of the garage door.
• out of reach of children at minimum height of 5 feet
(1.5 m).
• away from all moving parts of the door.
10. Place entrapment warning label on wall next to garage
door control.
11. Place manual release/safety reverse test label in plain
view on inside of garage door.
12. Upon completion of installation, test safety reversal
system. Door MUST reverse on contact with a
1-1/2" (3.8 cm) high object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on
the floor.

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INSTALLATION STEP 1
Determine the Header Bracket
Location
Installation procedures vary according to garage door
types. Follow the instructions which apply to your
door.
1. Close the door and mark the inside vertical
centerline of the garage door.
2. Extend the line onto the header wall above the
door.
You can fasten the header bracket within 4 feet
(1.22 m) of the left or right of the door center
only if a torsion spring or center bearing plate
is in the way; or you can attach it to the ceiling
(see page 13) when clearance is minimal. (It
may be mounted on the wall upside down if
necessary, to gain approximately 1/2" (1 cm).
If you need to install the header bracket on a 2x4
(on wall or ceiling), use lag screws (not provided)
to securely fasten the 2x4 to structural supports as
shown here and on page 13.
3. Open your door to the highest point of travel as
shown. Draw an intersecting horizontal line on the
header wall above the high point:
• 2" (5 cm) above the high point for sectional door
and one-piece door with track.
• 8" (20 cm) above the high point for one-piece
door without track.
This height will provide travel clearance for the top
edge of the door.
NOTE: If the total number of inches exceeds the
height available in your garage, use the maximum
height possible, or refer to page 13 for ceiling
installation.
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
• Header bracket MUST be RIGIDLY fastened to
structural support on header wall or ceiling, otherwise
garage door might not reverse when required. DO NOT
install header bracket over drywall.
• Concrete anchors MUST be used if mounting header
bracket or 2x4 into masonry.
• NEVER try to loosen, move or adjust garage door,
springs, cables, pulleys, brackets, or their hardware,
all of which are under EXTREME tension.
• ALWAYS call a trained door systems technician if
garage door binds, sticks, or is out of balance. An
unbalanced garage door might not reverse when
required.
Header Wall
Sectional door with curved track
Track
Highest Point
of Travel
Door
2" (5 cm)
One-piece door with horizontal track
Door
Track
Header Wall
Highest Point
of Travel
2" (5 cm)
Unfinished
Ceiling OPTIONAL
CEILING
MOUNT
FOR
HEADER
BRACKET
Header Wall
2x4 Structural
Supports
Vertical Centerline
of Garage Door
Level
(optional)
2x4
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING
Door
Jamb
Hardware
One-piece door without track:
jamb hardware
8" (20 cm)
Highest
Point
of Travel Door
Pivot
8" (20 cm)
One-piece door without track:
pivot hardware
Highest
Point
of Travel
Header Wall
Header Wall

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Lag Screws
5/16"x9x1-5/8"
— Finished Ceiling —
Door
Spring
Header Wall
UP
Ceiling Mounting Holes
6" (15 cm) Maximum
Header
Bracket
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door
Garage Door
Vertical Centerline
of Garage Door
INSTALLATION STEP 2
Install the Header Bracket
You can attach the header bracket either to the wall
above the garage door, or to the ceiling. Follow the
instructions which will work best for your particular
requirements. Do not install the header bracket
over drywall. If installing into masonry, use
concrete anchors (not provided).
WALL HEADER BRACKET INSTALLATION
• Center the bracket on the vertical centerline with
the bottom edge of the bracket on the horizontal
line as shown (with the arrow pointing toward the
ceiling).
• Mark the vertical set of bracket holes (do not use
the holes designated for ceiling mount). Drill 3/16"
pilot holes and fasten the bracket securely to a
structural support with the hardware provided.
Lag Screw
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
CEILING HEADER BRACKET INSTALLATION
• Extend the vertical centerline onto the ceiling as
shown.
• Center the bracket on the vertical mark, no more
than 6" (15 cm) from the wall. Make sure the arrow
is pointing away from the wall. The bracket can be
mounted flush against the ceiling when clearance
is minimal.
• Mark the side holes. Drill 3/16" pilot holes and
fasten bracket securely to a structural support with
the hardware provided.
UP
Wall Mount
Optional
Mounting Holes
Lag Screws
5/16"x9x1-5/8"
Highest Point of
Garage Door Travel
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door
Header
Wall
Garage
Door
Door Spring
2x4
Structural
Support
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door
Header
Bracket
Horizontal
Line

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INSTALLATION STEP 3
Attach the Rail to the Header
Bracket
NOTE: (Optional) With some existing installations,
you may re-use the old header bracket with the two
plastic spacers included in the hardware bag. Place
the spacers inside the bracket on each side of the
rail, as illustrated.
• Position the opener on the garage floor below the
header bracket. Use packing material as a
protective base. NOTE: If the door spring is in the
way you’ll need help. Have someone hold the
opener securely on a temporary support to allow
the rail to clear the spring.
• Position the rail bracket against the header
bracket.
• Align the bracket holes and join with a clevis pin
5/16"x1-1/2" as shown.
• Insert a ring fastener to secure.
Opener Carton or
Temporary
Support
Garage
Door
OPTION WITH
SOME EXISTING
INSTALLATIONS
Header Bracket
Idler Pulley
Header Wall
Header
Bracket
Mounting
Hole
Existing
Header Bracket
Spacer
Mounting
Hole
Existing
Clevis Pin
Clevis Pin 5/16"x1-1/2" Ring Fastener
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

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ONE-PIECE DOOR WITHOUT TRACK
A 2x4 on its side is convenient for setting an ideal
door-to-rail distance.
• Remove foam packaging.
• Raise the opener onto a stepladder. You will need
help at this point if the ladder is not tall enough.
• Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 on its
side on the top section of the door beneath the rail.
• The top of the door should be level with the top of
the motor unit. Do not position the opener more
than 4" (10 cm) above this point.
INSTALLATION STEP 4
Position the Opener
Follow instructions which apply to your door type as
illustrated.
SECTIONAL DOOR OR ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH
TRACK
A 2x4 laid flat is convenient for setting an ideal
door-to-rail distance.
• Remove foam packaging.
• Raise the opener onto a stepladder. You will need
help at this point if the ladder is not tall enough.
• Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 laid flat
on the top section beneath the rail.
• If the top section or panel hits the trolley when you
raise the door, pull down on the trolley release arm
to disconnect inner and outer sections. Slide the
outer trolley toward the motor unit. The trolley can
remain disconnected until Installation Step 12
is completed.
To prevent damage to garage door, rest garage door
opener rail on 2x4 placed on top section of door.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
Header
Bracket
Top of Door
2x4 is used to determine
the correct mounting height
from ceiling.
Rail
2x4 is used to determine
the correct mounting height
from ceiling.
Door
ENGAGED RELEASED
Trolley
Release Arm

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INSTALLATION STEP 5
Hang the Opener
Three representative installations are shown. Yours
may be different. Hanging brackets should be angled
(Figure 1) to provide rigid support. On finished
ceilings (Figure 2 and Figure 3), attach a sturdy
metal bracket to structural supports before installing
the opener. This bracket and fastening hardware are
not provided.
1. Measure the distance from each side of the motor
unit to the structural support.
2. Cut both pieces of the hanging bracket to required
lengths.
3. Drill 3/16" pilot holes in the structural supports.
4. Attach one end of each bracket to a support with
5/16"-18x1-7/8" lag screws.
5. Fasten the opener to the hanging brackets with
5/16"-18x7/8" hex bolts, lock washers and nuts.
6. Check to make sure the rail is centered over the
door (or in line with the header bracket if the
bracket is not centered above the door).
7. Remove the 2x4. Operate the door manually. If the
door hits the rail, raise the header bracket.
NOTE: DO NOT connect power to opener at
this time.
To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY from a falling
garage door opener, fasten it SECURELY to structural
supports of the garage. Concrete anchors MUST be used
if installing any brackets into masonry.
Lag Screw 5/16"-18x1-7/8"
Hex Bolt
5/16"-18x7/8" Nut 5/16"-18 Lock Washer 5/16"
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
Measure
Distance
Lag Screws
5/16"-18x1-7/8"
Structural
Supports
Bracket
(Not Provided)
Lag Screws
5/16"-18x1-7/8"
(Not Provided)
Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"
Lock Washer 5/16"
Nut 5/16"-18
FINISHED CEILING
Hidden
Support
Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"
Lock Washer 5/16"
Nut 5/16"-18
Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"
Lock Washer 5/16"
Nut 5/16"-18
Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"
Lock Washer 5/16"
Nut 5/16"-18
Lag Screws
5/16"-18x1-7/8"
(Not Provided)
Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"
Lock Washer 5/16"
Nut 5/16"-18
FINISHED CEILING
Figure 1
Figure 2
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING
Figure 3

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To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from
electrocution:
• Be sure power is not connected BEFORE installing door
control.
• Connect ONLY to 24 VOLT low voltage wires.
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a
closing garage door:
• Install door control within sight of garage door, out of
reach of children at a minimum height of 5 feet
(1.5 m), and away from all moving parts of door.
• NEVER permit children to operate or play with door
control push buttons or remote control transmitters.
• Activate door ONLY when it can be seen clearly, is
properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions to door
travel.
• ALWAYS keep garage door in sight until completely
closed. NEVER permit anyone to cross path of closing
garage door.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
INSTALLATION STEP 6
Install the Door Control
Locate door control within sight of door at a
minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 m) where small
children cannot reach, and away from moving parts
of door and door hardware. The installation surface
must be smooth and flat. If installing into drywall
(Figure 1), drill 5/32" holes and use anchors
provided. For pre-wired installations (as in new home
construction), it may be mounted to a single gang
box (Figure 2). NOTE: After installation, a green or
amber indicator light behind the cover will indicate
proper connection. If not lit, the Lock and Light
features will not function (reverse wires to correct).
1. Strip 7/16" (11 mm) of insulation from one end of
bell wire and connect to the two screw terminals
on back of door control by color: white wire to
WHT and white/red wire to the RED (Figure 3).
2. Remove white cover by gently prying on a side
corner near the top of the cover with a small flat
head screwdriver (Figure 4). Fasten with
6ABx1-1/4" self-tapping screws (drywall
installation) or 6-32x1" machine screws (into gang
box) as follows:
• Drill and install bottom screw, allowing 1/8"
(3 mm) to protrude above wall surface.
• Position bottom of door control on screw head
and slide down to secure. Adjust screw for snug
fit.
• Install top screw with care to avoid
cracking plastic housing. Do not overtighten.
• Insert bottom tabs and snap on cover.
NOTE: The push bar may stick if the door control
is not mounted on a smooth surface. If a click is
not heard when pressing the push bar, loosen the
two mounting screws or relocate the door control
to a smoother surface.
3. (Standard installation only) Run bell wire up wall
and across ceiling to motor unit. Use insulated
staples to secure wire in several places. Do not
pierce wire with a staple, creating a short or open
circuit.
4. Strip 7/16" (11 mm) of insulation from end of bell
wire. Connect bell wire to the quick-connect
terminals as follows: white to white and white/red to
red (Figure 5).
NOTE: When connecting multiple door controls to
the opener, twist same color wires together. Insert
wires into quick-connect holes: white to white and
red/white to red.
5. Use tacks or staples to permanently attach
entrapment warning label to wall near door control,
and manual release/safety reverse test label in a
prominent location on inside of garage door.
NOTE: DO NOT connect power and operate opener
at this time. The trolley will travel to the full open
position but will not return to the close position until
the sensor beam is connected and properly aligned.
To release wire, push in tab
with screwdriver tip
Door Control
Connections
7/16" (11 mm)
Strip wire 7/16" (11 mm)
Red Grey
White
Figure 4 REMOVE COVER
LOCK
LIGHT
Slot
Drywall Anchors
Insulated
Staples
Screw 6ABx1-1/4"
(std installation)
Screw 6-32x1"
(pre-wired installation)
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
Figure 2
To Replace
Insert Bottom Tabs First
PRE-WIRED INSTALLATION
24 Volt
Bell Wire
LOCK
LIGHT
LOCK
LIGHT
To Replace
Insert Bottom Tabs First
Figure 1 STANDARD
INSTALLATION
Single
Gang Box
Figure 5
KG
1
3
9
7
5
KG
1
3
9
7
5
2
1
RED WHT
Bell Wire
Terminal
Screws
Bottom
Mounting Hole
Top
Mounting Hole
Figure 3

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INSTALLATION STEP 7
Install the Lights
• Press the release tabs on both sides of lens.
Gently rotate lens back and downward until the
lens hinge is in the fully open position. Do not
remove the lens.
• Install up to a 100 watt maximum light bulb in each
socket. The lights will turn ON and remain lit for
approximately 4-1/2 minutes when power is
connected. Then the lights will turn OFF.
• Reverse the procedure to close the lens.
• If the bulbs burn out prematurely due to vibration,
replace with a Garage Door Opener bulb.
NOTE: Use only standard light bulbs. The use of
short neck or speciality light bulbs may overheat the
endpanel or light socket.
INSTALLATION STEP 8
Attach the Emergency Release
Rope and Handle
• Thread one end of the rope through the hole in the
top of the red handle so “NOTICE” reads right side
up as shown. Secure with an overhand knot at
least 1" (2.5 cm) from the end of the rope to
prevent slipping.
• Thread the other end of the rope through the hole
in the release arm of the outer trolley.
• Adjust rope length so the handle is 6 feet (1.83 m)
above the floor. Ensure that the rope and handle
clear the tops of all vehicles to avoid
entanglement. Secure with an overhand knot.
NOTE: If it is necessary to cut the rope, heat seal
the cut end with a match or lighter to prevent
unraveling.
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a
falling garage door:
• If possible, use emergency release handle to disengage
trolley ONLY when garage door is CLOSED. Weak or
broken springs or unbalanced door could result in an
open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly.
• NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage
doorway is clear of persons and obstructions.
• NEVER use handle to pull door open or closed. If rope
knot becomes untied, you could fall.
Lens Hinge
100 Watt (Max)
Standard Light Bulb
Release Tab
Trolley
Release arm
NOTICE
Emergency
Release Handle
Overhand
Knot
Trolley
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING
To prevent possible OVERHEATING of the endpanel or
light socket,
• DO NOT use short neck or specialty light bulbs.
• DO NOT use halogen bulbs. Use ONLY incandescent.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING

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INSTALLATION STEP 9
Electrical Requirements
To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the
opener at this time.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, your garage door
opener has a grounding type plug with a third
grounding pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding
type outlet. If the plug doesn't fit into the outlet you
have, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet.
If permanent wiring is required by your local
code, refer to the following procedure.
To make a permanent connection through the 7/8"
hole in the top of the motor unit:
• Remove the motor unit cover screws and set the
cover aside.
• Remove the attached 3-prong cord.
• Connect the black (line) wire to the screw on the
brass terminal; the white (neutral) wire to the
screw on the silver terminal; and the ground wire
to the green ground screw. The opener must be
grounded.
• Reinstall the cover.
To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the
opener at this time.
RIGHT WRONG
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from
electrocution or fire:
• Be sure power is not connected to the opener, and
disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to
establish permanent wiring connection.
• Garage door installation and wiring MUST be in
compliance with all local electrical and building codes.
• NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter, or
change plug in any way to make it fit outlet. Be sure
the opener is grounded.
Ground Tab
Green
Ground Screw
Ground Wire
Black Wire
PERMANENT WIRING
CONNECTION
White Wire
Black
Wire
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING

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Invisible Light Beam
Protection Area
Sensor Beam
6" (15 cm) max.
above floor
Sensor Beam
6" (15 cm) max.
above floor
Facing the door from inside the garage
INSTALLATION STEP 10
Install The Protector System®
The safety reversing sensor must be connected
and aligned correctly before the garage door
opener will move in the down direction.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSOR
When properly connected and aligned, the sensor
will detect an obstacle in the path of its electronic
beam. The sending eye (with an amber indicator
light) transmits an invisible light beam to the
receiving eye (with a green indicator light). If an
obstruction breaks the light beam while the door is
closing, the door will stop and reverse to full open
position, and the opener lights will flash 10 times.
The units must be installed inside the garage so that
the sending and receiving eyes face each other
across the door, no more than 6" (15 cm) above the
floor. Either can be installed on the left or right of the
door as long as the sun never shines directly into the
receiving eye lens.
The mounting brackets are designed to clip onto the
track of sectional garage doors without additional
hardware.
If it is necessary to mount the units on the wall, the
brackets must be securely fastened to a solid
surface such as the wall framing. Extension brackets
(see accessories) are available if needed. If
installing in masonry construction, add a piece of
wood at each location to avoid drilling extra holes in
masonry if repositioning is necessary.
The invisible light beam path must be unobstructed.
No part of the garage door (or door tracks, springs,
hinges, rollers or other hardware) may interrupt the
beam while the door is closing.
Be sure power is not connected to the garage door
opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor.
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing
garage door:
• Correctly connect and align the safety reversing
sensor. This required safety device MUST NOT be
disabled.
• nstall the safety reversing sensor so beam is NO
HIGHER than 6" (15 cm) above garage floor.
WARNING
CAUTION WARNING
WARNING