Chamberlain LiftMaster 3280 1/2HP User manual

The Chamberlain Group, Inc.
845 Larch Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196
www.liftmaster.com
GARAGE DOOR OPENER
Model 3280 1/2HP
3280-267 1/2HP
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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Introduction 2-5
Safety symbol and signal word review........................2
Preparing your garage door ........................................3
Tools needed ...............................................................3
Planning .....................................................................4
Carton inventory ..........................................................5
Hardware inventory .....................................................5
Assembly 6-7
Attach the rail to the motor unit...................................6
Set the belt tension .....................................................6
Attach the belt cap retainer .........................................7
Installation 7-22
Installation safety instructions .....................................7
Determine the header bracket location .......................8
Install the header bracket............................................9
Attach the rail to the header bracket.........................10
Position the opener ...................................................11
Hang the opener .......................................................12
Install the door control...............................................13
Install the light ...........................................................14
Attach the emergency release rope and handle .......14
Electrical requirements..............................................15
Install the Protector System®................................16-18
Fasten the door bracket .......................................19-20
Connect the door arm to the trolley .....................21-22
Adjustment 23-25
Adjust the travel limits ...............................................23
Adjust the force .........................................................24
Test the safety reversal system.................................25
Test the Protector System®........................................25
Operation 26-30
Operation safety instructions.....................................26
Using your garage door opener ................................26
Using the wall-mounted door control ........................27
To open the door manually........................................27
Care of your garage door opener..............................28
Having a problem? ....................................................29
Diagnostic chart.........................................................30
Programming 31-32
To add or reprogram a hand-held remote control .....31
To erase all codes .....................................................31
3-Button remotes.......................................................31
To add, reprogram or change
a Keyless Entry PIN ..................................................32
Repair Parts 33-34
Rail assembly parts...................................................33
Installation parts ........................................................33
Motor unit assembly parts .........................................34
Accessories 35
Repair Parts and Service 36
Warranty 36
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

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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.
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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FINISHED CEILING
Support bracket
& fastening
hardware is required.
See page 12.
Safety
Reversing Sensor
Header
Wall
Access
Door
Safety
Reversing Sensor
Wall-
mounted
Door
Control
Motor Unit
Gap between floor and bottom of door
must not exceed 1/4" (6 mm)
ONE-PIECE DOOR WITHOUT TRACK
Safety Reversing Sensor
Horizontal and vertical reinforcement
is needed for lightweight garage doors
(fiberglass, steel, aluminum,
door with glass panels, etc.).
See page 19 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
Wall-
mounted
Door
Control
Motor Unit
FINISHED CEILING
Support bracket &
fastening hardware
is required.
See page 12.
Vertical
Centerline
of 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.
Access
Door
Safety
Reversing Sensor
Safety
Reversing
Sensor
Gap between floor
and bottom of door
must not exceed 1/4" (6 mm).
ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK

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Your garage door opener is packaged in two cartons
which contain 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 installation is also listed below.
Carton Inventory
Straight Door
Arm Section
Curved Door
Arm Section
Safety Labels
and
Literature
Header Bracket
UP
CEILINGMOUNT ONLY
Belt Cap Retainer
Remote Control
Transmitter Visor Clip
Door Bracket
One-Piece Rail
Styrofoam
Belt
Pulley Bracket
Belt
Trolley
SECURITY✚®
3-Button Remote Control
Multi-Function
Door Control Panel
LOCK
LIGHT
The Protector System
(2) Safety Reversing Sensors
(1 Sending Eye and 1 Receiving Eye)
with 2-Conductor White & White/Black
Bell Wire attached
Safety Sensor
Bracket (2)
SECURITY✚®
Keyless Entry
Motor Unit with 2 Light Lenses
2-Conductor Bell Wire
White & White/Red
®
INSTALLATION HARDWARE
Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8" (4)
Lag Screw 5/16"-9x1-5/8" (2)
Lag Screw 5/16"-18x1-7/8" (2)
Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" (1)
Clevis Pin 5/16"x1-1/4" (1)
Clevis Pin 5/16"x1" (1)
Nut 5/16"-18 (4)
Lock Washer 5/16" (4)
Screw 6ABx1-1/4" (2)
Screw 6-32x1" (2)
Self-Threading Screw 1/4"-14x5/8" (2)
Insulated Staples (30)
Ring Fastener (3)
Drywall Anchors (2)
Rail Grease
Carriage Bolt 1/4"-20x1/2" (2)
Wing Nut 1/4"-20 (2)
Rope
Handle
Models 3280 (1)
3280-267 (2)
Model 3280-267 ONLY

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ASSEMBLY STEP 1
Attach the Rail to the Motor Unit
To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the
garage door opener until instructed to do so.
• Remove the two washered bolts mounted in top of
motor unit.
• Align rail and styrofoam over sprocket. Cut tape
from rail, belt and styrofoam.
• REMOVE STYROFOAM.
• Insert washered bolts through the rail into the
motor unit. Tighten bolts securely.
Use only these bolts! Use of any other bolts
will cause serious damage to door opener.
• Position belt over the motor unit sprocket.
To avoid SERIOUS damage to opener, ONLY use
bolts/fasteners mounted in top of motor unit.
ASSEMBLY STEP 2
Set the Belt Tension
• By hand, thread the spring trolley nut on the
threaded shaft until it is finger tight against the
trolley (Figure 1). Do not use any tools.
• Insert a screwdriver tip into one of the nut ring
slots and brace it firmly against the trolley
(Figure 2).
• Place a 7/16" open end wrench on the square
end. Rotate about 1/4 turn until the spring releases
and snaps the nut ring against the trolley
(Figure 3).
This extends the spring for optimum belt tension.
Trolley
Threaded
Shaft
Spring/Trolley Nut
The Chamberlain Group, Inc.
Liftmaster Synchro Drive
Spring Trolley Nut Assembly
3/5/92 - 5/16 /92 - 5/21/92 - 6/2/92
6/11/92
Nut
Ring
Trolley
Threaded
Shaft
Nut Ring
Slots
Square
End
Nut Ring Trolley Nut Ring Trolley
1" (2.5 cm) 1-1/4" (3.18 cm)
BEFORE AFTER RELEASE
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
USE ONLY THIS
TYPE AND SIZE
BOLT
Washered Bolt
5/16"-18x1/2"
Rail
Hole
Sprocket
Rail
Hole

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INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:
WARNING
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 ALLl 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.
ASSEMBLY STEP 3
Attach the Belt Cap Retainer
• Position the belt cap retainer over the motor unit
sprocket so the two holes in cap align with the two
holes in mounting plate. Attach with 8x3/8" hex
screws provided.
You have now finished assembling your garage
door opener. Please read the following warnings
before proceeding to the installation section.
To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY to fingers from
moving garage door opener:
• ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating
opener.
• Securely attach sprocket cover BEFORE operating.
Hex Screw
#8x3/8"
HARDWARE SHOWN
ACTUAL SIZE
Motor Unit
Sprocket
Mounting Plate
Hex Screws 8x3/8" Belt Cap
Retainer

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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 9) 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 9.
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 9 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
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)
Track
Unfinished
Ceiling OPTIONAL
CEILING
MOUNT
FOR
HEADER
BRACKET
Header Wall
2x4 Structural
Supports
Vertical Centerline
of Garage Door
Level
(optional)
2x4
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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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
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
Highest Point of
Garage Door Travel
Vertical
Centerline of
Garage Door
Header
Wall
Garage
Door
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Wall Mounting Holes
Optional
Wall Mounting Holes
The nail hole is for
positioning only.
You must use lag screws
to mount the header bracket.
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Door Spring
Header
Bracket
2x4
Structural
Support
Vertical
Centerline of
Garage Door
Horizontal
Line
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Ceiling Mounting Holes
The nail hole is for
positioning only.
You must use lag screws
to mount the header bracket.
UP
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
Garage Door
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door
Header Wall
– Finished Ceiling–
Header
Bracket
6" (15 cm)
Maximum
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door
Door
Spring
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 toward 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.

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Clevis Pin
5/16"x2-3/4" Ring Fastener
INSTALLATION STEP 3
Attach the Rail to the Header
Bracket
• 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
as shown.
• Insert a ring fastener to secure.
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
Header
Bracket
Belt Pulley
Bracket
Temporary
Support
Header Wall
Garage
Door
Clevis Pin
5/16"x2-3/4"
Ring
Fastener
Header
Bracket
Belt Pulley
Bracket
Rail

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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.
Trolley
Release Arm
ENGAGED RELEASED
To prevent damage to garage door, rest garage door
opener rail on 2x4 placed on top section of door.
Header
Bracket
Top of Door
2x4 is used to determine
the correct mounting height
from ceiling.
Rail
Door 2x4 is used to determine
the correct mounting height
from ceiling.

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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.
8. Grease the top and underside of the rail surface
where the trolley slides with rail grease.
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
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.
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 cover by gently prying at slot in 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 or insert wire,
push in tab with screwdriver
Door Control
Connections
7/16" (11 mm)
Strip wire 7/16" (11 mm)
Red Grey
White
LOCK
LIGHT
Figure 4 REMOVE COVER
Bell Wire
Terminal
Screws
Bottom Mounting Hole
Top Mounting Hole
Drywall Anchors
Insulated
Staples
Screw 6ABx1-1/4"
(standard installation)
Screw 6-32x1"
(pre-wired)
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
Figure 2
To Replace
Insert Bottom Tabs First
PRE-WIRED
INSTALLATION
LOCK
LIGHT
LOCK
LIGHT
To Replace
Insert Bottom Tabs First
Figure 1 STANDARD
INSTALLATION
24 Volt
2-Conductor
Bell Wire in
Gang Box
Figure 5
Figure 3 MULTI-FUNCTION
DOOR CONTROL (BACK)
KG
1
3
9
7
5
KG
1
3
9
7
5

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INSTALLATION STEP 7
Install the Light
• 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 a 100 watt maximum light bulb in each
socket. Light bulb size should be A19, standard
neck only. 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.
NOTICE
Overhand
Knot
Emergency
Release Handle
Overhand
Knot
Trolley
Release Arm
Rope
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.
To prevent damage to the opener:
• DO NOT use bulbs larger than 100W.
• ONLY use A19 size bulbs.
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
100 Watt (Max)
Standard Light Bulb

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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

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Invisible Light Beam
Protection Area
Safety Reversing Sensor
6" (15 cm) max. above floor Safety Reversing Sensor
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.
• Install the safety reversing sensor so beam is NO
HIGHER than 6" (15 cm) above garage floor.

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DOOR TRACK MOUNT (RIGHT SIDE)
Indicator
Light
Lens
Lip
Sensor
Bracket
Door
Track
FLOOR MOUNT (RIGHT SIDE)
WALL MOUNT (RIGHT SIDE)
Indicator
Light
Sensor
Bracket
Lens
Extension
Bracket
(See Accessories)
Inside
Garage
Wall
(Provided with
Extension
Bracket)
(Provided with
Extension Bracket)
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
WALL MOUNT (RIGHT SIDE)
Attach with
Concrete Anchors
(Not Provided)
Inside
Garage
Wall
Sensor
Bracket
Lens
Indicator
Light
Inside
Garage
Wall
Indicator
Light Sensor
Bracket
Lens
Lag Screws
(Not Provided)
Fasten Wood Block to Wall with
Lag Screws (Not Provided)
INSTALLING THE BRACKETS
Be sure power to the opener is disconnected.
Install and align the brackets so the sensors will face
each other across the garage door, with the beam no
higher than 6" (15 cm) above the floor. They may be
installed in one of three ways, as follows.
Garage door track installation (preferred):
• Slip the curved arms over the rounded edge of
each door track, with the curved arms facing the
door. Snap into place against the side of the track.
It should lie flush, with the lip hugging the back
edge of the track, as shown in Figure 1.
If your door track will not support the bracket
securely, wall installation is recommended.
Wall installation (Figure 2 & 3):
• Place the bracket against the wall with curved
arms facing the door. Be sure there is enough
clearance for the sensor beam to be unobstructed.
• If additional depth is needed, an extension bracket
(see accessories) or wood blocks can be used.
• Use bracket mounting holes as a template to
locate and drill (2) 3/16" diameter pilot holes on the
wall at each side of the door, no higher than 6"
(15 cm) above the floor.
• Attach brackets to wall with lag screws
(Not provided).
• If using extension brackets or wood blocks, adjust
right and left assemblies to the same distance out
from the mounting surface. Make sure all door
hardware obstructions are cleared.
Floor installation (Figure 4):
• Use wood blocks or extension brackets (see
accessories) to elevate sensor brackets so the
lenses will be no higher than 6" (15 cm) above the
floor.
• Carefully measure and place right and left
assemblies at the same distance out from the wall.
Be sure all door hardware obstructions are
cleared.
• Fasten to the floor with concrete anchors as
shown.
Wing Nut
1/4"-20
Staples
Carriage Bolt
1/4"-20x1/2"
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

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Carriage Bolt
1/4"-20x1/2" Lens
Wing Nut
1/4"-20
Figure 5MOUNTING AND WIRING THE REVERSING
SAFETY SENSORS
• Slide a 1/4"-20x1/2" carriage bolt head into the slot
on each sensor. Use wing nuts to fasten sensors
to brackets, with lenses pointing toward each other
across the door. Be sure the lens is not obstructed
by a bracket extension (Figure 5).
• Finger tighten the wing nuts.
•Run the wires from both sensors to the opener.
Use insulated staples to secure wire to wall and
ceiling.
• Strip 7/16" (11 mm) of insulation from each set of
wires. Separate white and white/black wires
sufficiently to connect to the opener quick-connect
terminals. Twist like colored wires together. Insert
wires into quick-connect holes: white to white and
white/black to grey (Figure 6).
ALIGNING THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSORS
•Plug in the opener. The indicator lights in both the
sending and receiving eyes will glow steadily if
wiring connections and alignment are correct.
The sending eye amber indicator light will glow
regardless of alignment or obstruction. If the green
indicator light in the receiving eye is off, dim, or
flickering (and the invisible light beam path is not
obstructed), alignment is required.
• Loosen the sending eye wing nut and readjust,
aiming directly at the receiving eye. Lock in place.
• Loosen the receiving eye wing nut and adjust
sensor until it receives the sender’s beam. When
the green indicator light glows steadily, tighten the
wing nut.
TROUBLSHOOTING THE
REVERSING SAFETY SENSORS
1. If the sending eye indicator light does not glow
steadily after installation, check for:
• Electric power to the opener.
• A short in the white or white/black wires. These
can occur at staples, or at opener connections.
• Incorrect wiring between sensors and opener.
• A broken wire.
2. If the sending eye indicator light glows steadily but
the receiving eye indicator light doesn’t:
• Check alignment.
• Check for an open wire to the receiving eye.
3. If the receiving eye indicator light is dim, realign
either sensor.
NOTE: When the invisible beam path is obstructed
or misaligned while the door is closing, the door will
reverse. If the door is already open, it will not close.
The opener lights will blink 10 times. See page 16.
Invisible Light Beam
Protection Area
Connect Wire to
Quick-Connect Terminals
Bell Wire
Bell Wire
Finished
Ceiling
Quick-Connect Terminals
3. Insert into
appropriate terminals
1. Strip wire 7/16"
(11 mm)
2. Twist like colored
wires together
7/16"
(11 mm)
Red
Grey
White
Safety Reversing Sensor
Safety Reversing Sensor
Figure 6

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Fiberglass, aluminum or lightweight steel garage doors
WILL REQUIRE reinforcement BEFORE installation of
door bracket. Contact your door manufacturer for
reinforcement kit.
INSTALLATION STEP 11
Fasten the Door Bracket
Follow instructions which apply to your door type as
illustrated below or on the following page.
A horizontal reinforcement brace should be long
enough to be secured to two or three vertical
supports. A vertical reinforcement brace should
cover the height of the top panel.
Figure 1 shows one piece of angle iron as the
horizontal brace. For the vertical brace, 2 pieces of
angle iron are used to create a U-shaped support.
The best solution is to check with your garage door
manufacturer for an opener installation door
reinforcement kit.
NOTE: Many door reinforcement kits provide for
direct attachment of the clevis pin and door arm. In
this case you will not need the door bracket; proceed
to Step 12.
SECTIONAL DOORS
1. Center the door bracket on the previously marked
vertical centerline used for the header bracket
installation. Note correct UP placement, as
stamped inside the bracket.
2. Position the top edge of the bracket 2"-4"
(5-10 cm) below the top edge of the door, OR
directly below any structural support across the top
of the door.
3. Mark, drill holes and install as follows, depending
on your door’s construction:
Metal or light weight doors using a vertical angle
iron brace between the door panel support and
the door bracket:
• Drill 3/16" fastening holes. Secure the door bracket
using the two 1/4"-14x5/8" self-threading screws.
(Figure 2A)
• Alternately, use two 5/16" bolts, lock washers and
nuts (not provided). (Figure 2B)
Metal, insulated or light weight factory reinforced
doors:
• Drill 3/16" fastening holes. Secure the door bracket
using the self-threading screws. (Figure 3)
Wood Doors:
• Use top and bottom or side to side door bracket
holes. Drill 5/16" holes through the door and
secure bracket with 5/16"x2" carriage bolts, lock
washers and nuts (not provided). (Figure 4)
NOTE: The 1/4"-14x5/8"
self-threading screws are
not intended for use on
wood doors.
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage
Door
Door
Bracket
Location
Header
Bracket
HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL
REINFORCEMENT IS NEEDED
FOR LIGHTWEIGHT GARAGE
DOORS (FIBERGLASS,
ALUMINUM, STEEL, DOORS
WITH GLASS PANEL, ETC.).
(NOT PROVIDED)
Self-Threading
Screw
1/4"-14x5/8"
UP
Self-Threading
Screw
1/4"-14x5/8"
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door
UP
Inside Edge
of Door or
Reinforcement Board
Bolt
5/16"x2"
(Not Provided)
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage
Door
Figure 1
Figure 2A
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 2B
HARDWARE
SHOWN
ACTUAL SIZE
Door
Bracket
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door
UP
Vertical
Reinforcement
Self-Threading
Screw
1/4"-14x5/8"
Door
Bracket
Nut
5/16"-18
Bolt
5/16"-18x2"
Lock Washer
5/16"
UP
Vertical
Reinforcement
(Not Provided)
Vertical
Centerline
of Garage Door

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Header Wall
Vertical
Centerline of
Garage Door
Finished Ceiling
Optional
Placement
of Door
Bracket
Header
Bracket
Door
Bracket
2x4 Support
For a door with no exposed framing,
or for the optional installation, use
lag screws 5/16"x1-1/2" (Not Provided)
to fasten door bracket.
METAL DOOR
Top of Door
(Inside
Garage)
Door
Bracket
Optional
Placement
Top Edge
of Door
Self-Threading
Screw
1/4"-14x5/8"
Door
Bracket
Top of Door
(Inside
Garage)
Carriage Bolt
5/16"x2"
(Not Provided)
Optional
Placement
Lock
Washer
5/16"
Nut
5/16"-18
Top Edge
of Door
WOOD DOOR
HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL
REINFORCEMENT IS NEEDED
FOR LIGHTWEIGHT GARAGE
DOORS (FIBERGLASS,
ALUMINUM, STEEL, DOORS
WITH GLASS PANEL, ETC.).
(NOT PROVIDED)
ONE-PIECE DOORS
Please read and comply with the warnings and
reinforcement instructions on the previous page.
They apply to one-piece doors also.
• Center the door bracket on the top of the door, in
line with the header bracket as shown. Mark either
the left and right, or the top and bottom holes.
•Metal Doors: Drill 3/16" pilot holes and fasten the
bracket with the 1/4"-14x5/8" self-threading screws
provided.
•Wood Doors: Drill 5/16" holes and use 5/16"x2"
carriage bolts, lock washers and nuts (not
provided) or 5/16"x1-1/2" lag screws (not provided)
depending on your installation needs.
NOTE: The door bracket may be installed on the top
edge of the door if required for your installation.
(Refer to the dotted line optional placement drawing.)
Self-Threading Screw
1/4"-14x5/8"
HARDWARE SHOWN
ACTUAL SIZE