Genie Excelerator 3531835447 User manual

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Safety Information ...................... 2
Important Installation Instructions ...... 2
Safety Features ......................... 2
Pre-installation Checklist ................ 3
Garage Door Opener Assembly ......... 9
Record Data (for Service) .............. 11
Garage Door Opener Installation ....... 12
Accessories ........................... 22
Maintenance .......................... 25
Troubleshooting ...................... 26
Wiring Diagram ....................... 29
Warranty information .................. 30
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For 7' 6" Doors, Extension Kit isavailable for 8' Doors
included Wall Control MUST be installed prior to Operation
of this Garage Door Operator,
Safe-T-Beam ®Safety Reverse System Must be installed and
the Force Controls MUST be Properly Set to close door.
This Equipment meets or exceeds all Federal, State and UL325
Safety Requirements.
Will not operate twice as fast on a one-piece door,
Please call us: 1-800-35-GENiE (354-3643)
www.geniecompany, com
Please have Model information ready when calling.

GarageDoorsareheavyobjectsthatmovewiththehelpofsprings
underhightensionandelectricopeningequipment.Sincemoving
objects,springsundertension,andelectricopeningequipment
maycauseinjuries,yoursafetyandthesafetyofothersdependon
youreadingandunderstandingtheinformationinthismanual.
Ifyouhavegaragedoorrelatedquestionsordonotunderstandthe
informationpresented,callyournearestGenieFactoryAuthorized
Dealerlistedatwww.geniecompany.com,orcustomerServiceat
1-800-35-GENIE..
MOVINGDOOR
ELECTRICALSHOCK
HIGHSPRINGTENSION
WARNING:
Can Cause Serious
Injury or Death
WARNING:
Can Cause Serious
Injury or Death
WARNING:
Can Cause Serious
Injury or Death
oKeep people clear of opening while door is moving.
oDo Not allow children to play with the door operator.
oDo Not operate a door thatjams or one that has a broken spring.
oTurn off power before removing operator cover.
oWhen replacing cover, make sure wires are not pinched or near
moving parts.
oOperator must be properly grounded.
oDo Not try to remove, repair or adjust springs or anythinqto
which door sprinq parts are tastened, such as,woodl blocks,
steel brackets, cables or other like items.
oRepairs and adjustments must be made by a trained service
person using proper tools and instructions.
.& WARNING;
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH:
1 READAND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY,INSTALLATIONAND
OPERATIONINSTRUCTIONS.If you have any
questions or do not understand an instruction, call
your service representative.
2 Do Not install operator on an improperly balanced
door. An improperly balanced door could cause
severe injury. Repairs and adjustments to cables,
spring assembly, and other hardware must be made
by a trained service person using proper tools and
instructions.
3 Remove all ropes, and disable all locks connected to
the door before installing operator.
4 Install door operator 7 feet or more above the floor.
Mount the emergency release knob 6 feet above
the floor.
5 Do Not connect the operator to the source of power
until instructed to do so.
6 Locatethe control button:
• Within sight of door.
• At a minimum height of 5 feet, so small children
cannot reach it.
• Away from all moving parts of the door.
7 Install the entrapment WARNING label next to the
wall button or console. Install the emergency release
tag on, or next to, the emergency release
8 The operator must reverse when the door contacts a
1-1/2 inch high object on the floor at the center of
the doorway.This is about the size ofa 2"x 4" board
laid flat.
Safe-T-Beam ® (STB) Non-Contact Reversing System
Places an invisible beam across door opening, that reverses
the door during down travel to the fully open position if
anything passes through beam.
Safe-T-Reverse ®Contact Reversing System
Automatically stops and reverses a closing door within 2
seconds of contact with an object.
Safe-T-Stop ® Timed Reversed System
Automatically opens a closing door, if door does not close
within 30 seconds.
Force Guard ® Control
Used to set the force required for opening and closing
door. For maximum safety, set the minimum force required
to fully open and close door.
Automatic Lighting System
Two light bulbs up to 60 Watts max. each, are used for safer
entries and exits.The light turns on when door isactivated
and automatically turns off 4.5 minutes later.
Manual Emergency Release
Allows the garage door to be opened or closed manually
for emergencies or maintenance.

This Opener includes parts and supplies needed to install in most garages and
connect to most garage doors. There are many variations of garages and garage
doors. A few additional parts and supplies may be needed to install Opener into
your garage and connect to your garage door. While checking items listed
below, note any additional items you will need.
TOol ued _ t_i ectio_s
•12'+ Tape Measure .Pencil .Ladder .Level
Check condition of vertical stile in center of door, and its connection to door's
top and bottom beams.
AIf door frame is nailed together and not a solid connection, door frame
must be braced or reinforced before installing Opener.
B If door is"lightweight" (made with frame and skin - not solid), door
(including door frame) must be braced or reinforced before
installing Opener.
CA door opener reinforcement bracket may also be needed to connect
garage door to Opener's Door Bracket. This Opener is designed for
installation on a properly braced sectional door or solidly braced
one-piece door.
D Contact your Genie Factory Authorized Dealer or dealer of your garage
door for any necessary bracing and a door opener reinforcement
bracket (if needed) before proceeding.
E If you have a wooden door, measure door's thickness. (1/4" x 2") Lag
Screws are included for installing Door Bracket onto door. If your door
is less than 2"thick, brace door or use shorter Door Bracket Lag
Screws (1/4" x 11/4"- not included)
WARNING:
Ifyour door sticks,binds,or isout of
balance,haveit adjusted by aGenieFactory
Authorized Dealer.Door springs,cables,
pulleys,bracketsand associatedhardware
are under extreme tension and can cause
seriousinjury ordeath.
NOTE
The Excelerator Opener isequipped with
an automatic Garage Door Balance
Detection System. SeeTroubleshooting
Guide on page 27.
KEEPFEETCLEAR OF DOOR
Sectional Door
A
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Raise door, check alignment and see if it moves freely (Figure 1). If door
appears out of alignment, binds, or does not move smoothly, contact a
Genie Factory Authorized Dealer or dealer of your garage door for repairs
and adjustments to door mechanism.
Raise door to 3' - 4' above ground and carefully let go. Door should stay
stationary. Slight movement is acceptable. More than slight movement
means door is out of balance. Contact a Genie Factory Authorized Dealer
or dealer of your garage door
for repairs and adjustments SECTIONAL ._cj_DOOR'TORSION SPRINGS SECTIONAL DOOR, EXTENSION SPRINGS
to door mechanism. I_ Torsion Springs
Check door type. Make _/_-_411-_. "J
a note of whether it is a __ __-__, _
sectional or a one-piece __- _:_' -
door (Figure 2). _........e ............
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One-Piece Door
Figure 1 Checking door balance
ONE-PIECE DOOR, TRACKLESS
Header Area
_ Center Stile
Figure 2 Note Door Type

Measure garage door height (7'-6", 8'-0", or taller) with
tape measure.
A If door height is7'-6" or less,continue with Check Step 4.
B If your door height isabove 7'-6%make sureyour rail is long
enough to open the garage door. If there isany question
contact your Customer Service Representative at
1-800-3S-GENIE.
Figure 3 Rail Extension Kit
RailExtension for
8' door
CH CKDOOR t_ AD R
NOTE
The header is a heavily reinforced section of the wall just
above the top of the garage door opening.
A
B
Find vertical center line of door and header:
•Close door.
•Measure door width at top.
•Mark a point at center of door and on header directly
above door. Draw a center line to connect points.
Find Header Bracket mounting height (Figure 4):
(Do not attach Header Bracket).
•Raise door, watching top edge of door and stop door
when its edge reaches its highest point.
•Measure distance ('H") from top edge of door to floor.
- For sectional doors, add 2-1/2" to"H': Mark a point
on center line. Bottom of Header Bracket will be
installed here.
- For one-piece doors, add 6" to"H': Mark this point on
center line. Bottom of Header Bracket will be
installed here.
C
NOTE
eFor both types of doors:
iIf the ceiling in your garage isso low that there is
not at least a 3" space above the Header Bracket
mountingpoint, contact a Genie Factory
AuthorizedDealer.
If a door spring is in the way, place the Header
Bracket avove the spring. Do Not move the door spring.
Check wall for a stud or a solid header at your mark:
(if checking a finished wall, a stud finder may be helpful).
•If location is above Header, a 2" x 6" board must be
screwed to studs beside your mark with at least two Lag
Screws and Flat Washers (not provided).
•Transfer your mark to new mounting board.
SECTIONAL DOOR
ONE-PIECE DOOR
H+6"
H
Figure 4 Find Highest Point of Travel

Check ceiling or space above where Opener Power Head will be
mounted (Figure S):
AMeasure from garage door center line mark toward rear
of garage:
• Approximately 10' back if garage hasa 7' 6" door.
• Approximately 11' back if garage hasan 8' 0" door.
• Approximately 13' back if garage hasan 10'0"door.
• Approximately 14' back ifgarage hasan 12'0"door.
NOTE
Mounting Straps are included to attach the Opener to most
garage ceilings. Garage construction varies widely.
Additional mounting straps or angle iron may be needed for
your installation.
B Find location of ceiling joist or truss above where Opener
Power Head will be and estimate type and quantity of
materials needed for your installation (Figure 6).
120 Volt grounded outlet
4_ or wiring box within 3 feet of
°"f_ Power Head.
I IIIi "1 II
- - Door Center Line--
Figure S Check Power Head location
OPEN BEAMCEILINGEXAMPLES
Mounting Straps Support board added
for longer spans Perforated
Angle Iron
FINISHED CEILINGS
Locate ceiling joists or
trusses using
a stud finder
or similar
device.
(Angle iron not included)
Attach angle iron
(not included) to
joists or trusses
through finish material
using Lag Screws.
Figure 6 Mounting methods for open beam and finished ceilings
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ACheck that there is a 1S Amp 120 Volt grounded electrical
outlet or grounded permanent wiring box (per building code)
within 3' of Opener Power Head:
•If not, an outlet or wiring box must be installed. Contact
a licensed electrician for installation.
•If building codes require permanent wiring, Power Head
must be partially disassembled to install appropriate
wiring in place of Power Cord. See page 19
NOTE
Permanent wiring must be installed by aLicensed
Electrician. Not all Genie Factory Authorized Dealers are
Licensed Electricians. Contact someone who isa Licensed
Electrician.

MOUF_ FIF_G _}RACiKE I" LOC£T OIU
Check for wood garage frame, jamb, or masonry at mounting location
(6" above floor) with attachment tabs facing away from garage door
(Figure 7).
AIfyou cannot mount Safe-T-Beam®Mounting Bracket to
wood frame:
•Concrete screws and concrete anchors (not included)
must be used to mount Brackets on masonry with
attachment tabs facing away from garage door.
•Safe-T-Beam ®Mounting Bracket Extensions may be used
(not included - available from a Genie Factory Authorized
Dealer or through Accessories Order Form on pages 31/32).
_ COBRSREIU[3E[)TOOLS
A
BTools (Figure 8): Additional tools to make installation easier:
*Slotted and phillips screw-driver bits
.Stud finder
.Sheet-metal cutting snips
Figure 7
_3 Sensor
Safe-T-Beam ® i,_,
Mounting Bracket •__
Top of ,,
i , H 6" Bracket6
/4_ I above
8 floor
Mounting Safe-T-Beam ®Components
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Check that the garage door locks, rope, and T-Handles are removed
from the garage door before starting the installation.
AIfyour garage does not have a separate entry door, it is highly
recommended to install a Genie Emergency Release Kit (6ER-2).
Emergency Release Kit lets you open garage door from outside if
there is a power failure. (Please see Accessories Order Form on
pages 31/32.)
[] Safe-T-Beam ® Sensor Mounting Bracket Extensions (dealer)
[] Garage door opener reinforcement bracket (dealer)
[] Garage door frame reinforcement brackets, screws, bracing
or reinforcement kits (dealer)
[] Lag Screws (11/4") for a wood door less than 2" thick (store)
[] Electrical outlet and/or wiring (supplied by a
licensed electrician)
[] Excelerator Extension Kit (for 8' garage doors) (store)
[] Sufficient angle iron or strapping for hanging Power Head
(store)
[] Two 60 Watt light bulbs
(Rough service bulbs recommended)(store)
[] GER-2 Emergency Release Kit for entry during power failure
(store)
[] Wood for header, ceiling, and/or door bracing reinforcement
(if needed)
[] Masonry fasteners for Safe-T-Beam ® Bracket installation,
(if needed)
[] Masonry drill bit (if needed)
Drill 1_
6' or 7'
Step Ladder
Adjustable Wrench
Phillips Screwdriver
Hack Saw
1/16" 5/32"
Drill Bit Drill Bit
12' +
Tape
Hammer
Wire
Stripper
.......I
Safety Glasses
Pencil
888888
1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 9/16"
Sockets
Carpenter's Level
Figure 8 Recommended TooLs

L st
item Part Name Quantity
Required
1-Pc Rail 13-Pc Rail
1 PowerHead Assembly(main carton) 1 1
2 1/4"-20 x 13/16" HexHead Shoulder Bolt (blue bag) 2 2
(yellow bolt)
3 RailAssembly (1 piece#packaged separately) 1
4 RailAssembly(3 piece)(main carton) 1
4A First RailSection 1
4B Middle RailSection 1
4C End RailSection 1
8 1/4"-20 Hex SerratedFlangeNut (blue bag) 4 4
9 RailClamps(blue bag) 4
10 5/16"-18 x 11/16" Hex HeadShoulder Bolt (blue bag) 8
11 5/16"-18 Hex Serrated Flange Nut (blue & orange bags) varieS/modeI 12
12 Magnetic CarriageAssembly (maincarton) 1 1
13 Collar (blue bag) 3
14 Retaining Clip (blue bag) 3
15 RailStrap (blue bag) 1 1
16 1/4"-20 Hex HeadBolt (blue bag) 2 2
18 Open Limit Switch Assembly (White)(green bag) 1 1
19 CloseLimit Switch Assembly(Brown) (green bag) 1 1
21 No.8-32x 1" HexHead Screw (green bag) 2 2
22 Emergency ReleaseCord (green bag) 1 1
23 Emergency ReleaseCord (Iong)(yellow) 10'&12'only
24 Emergency ReleaseKnob (green bag) 1 1
25 Emergency ReleaseTag(green bag) 1 1
26 Header Bracket(orange bag) 1 1
28 Door Bracket(orange bag) 1 1
30 1/4" x 2" LagScrew(orange bag) varieS/modeI 8
31 Straight DoorArm (main carton) 1 1
32 ClevisPin,3/8" x 15/16" (yellow bag) 2 2
33 Cotter Pin,.073"dia.(yellow bag) 2 2
34 Curved DoorArm (maincarton) 1 1
35 3/8" x 7/8" Hex Head Bolt (yellow bag) 2 2
36 3/8" HexSerratedFlange Nut (yellow bag) 2 2
37_ 2-ConductorWire (maincarton) 1 Roll 1 Roll
38_ Insulated Staple(red bag) approx.30 approx.30
40* Wall Console(maincarton) 1 1
41" #6 x 1-1/4" Pan HeadScrew (red bag) 2 2
42* Entrapment Warning Label (manual)(main carton) 1 1
43* Safe-T-Beam(STB)Sensor(GreenLED)(maincarton) 1 1
44* Safe-T-Beam(STB)Source(RedLED#maincarton) 1 1
45* Safe-T-Beam(STB)Bracket (yellow bag) 2 2
46 Coupler (blue bag) 1 1
47_ No.lO xl 1/4" Phillips HexHeadScrew(yellow bag) 4 4
48_ 1 Button RemoteControl (main carton) varieS/modeI varieS/modeI
49* 3 Button RemoteControl (main carton) varieS/modeI varieS/modeI
SO* WirelessKeypad(main carton) varieS/modeI varieS/modeI
51" 2 Button RemoteControl (main carton) varieS/modeI varieS/modeI
52* Safety&Maintenance Guide (manual)(main carton) 1 1
53 Wire Clip (green bag) 7
54 Bumper (blue bag) 1 1
SS* 5/16"-18x 3/4" HexHeadBolt(orange bag) 3
56 1/4-20 x3/4" Self-drilling Screw(orange bag) 3 3
57 Mounting Straps(main carton) 2 2
Denotesitems not shownon page8.Theseitemswill beillustrated
throughout the manualasrequired.
Model Number
I_ f}' Serial Number
ROWER HEAD c ....,, BTs L/ST
Item
1A
1B
lC
1D
1E
1G
1H
1K
1L
1M
1P
Part Name
Lens
Top Plate Assembly
Light Socket (2)
Motor Assembly
Cover
Motor Drive Board
Controller Board
No. 10-24 x 3/8" Hex Head
No.8-32 x 1" PhillipsScrew
No. 8-32 x 3/8" Slotted Hex Head Screw
Power Cord

NOTE
Opener will not function unless Safe-T-Beam®System isinstalledand ForceControls are properly set.
One-Piece Rail Assembly {Genie Pro only) for 10' or 12' door includes:
• Special"Close" Limit Switch with longer Wires.
•96" Emergency Release Cord (yellow).
•Rail Support Kit.
Rail Assembly (1 piece)
H Hol (Packaged separately) /_/ \ _
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COIl CT RAIL TO I ©WEF_
A
B
C
Turn Power Head upside down and place on a flat
level surface.
Install Bumper (Figure 9).
Install Coupler on Motor Shaft (Figure 9).
CAUTION
The Drive Screw and Rail Liner can slide out of Rail Sections.
Keep RailSections level until the Opener isfully assembled.
D Connect first Rail Section to Opener Power Head. Connect
with 2 (1/4"-20) (yellow) Hex Head Shoulder Bolts and
2 (1/4"-20) Hex Serrated Flange Nuts (Figure 10).
Finger-tighten until later.
E If you have a 1-piece rail unit, skip Assembly Step 2.
AArrange arrows on Rail Sections to point in same direction
and away from Power Head:
•Push Middle Drive Screw out about 2" toward Power Head,
•Slide Collar over Middle Drive Screw Hook (Figure 11A).
•Turn Middle Screw by hand to align Drive Screw Hooks
between First and Middle Rail Sections.
•Latch two Hooks together and slide Collar over them
(Figure 11B) and (Figure 11C).
•Snap Clip on Drive Screw next to Collar (Figure11D).
BAttach Middle Rail Section to First Rail Section, using 2 Rail
Clamps, 4 (5/16"-18) Hex Shoulder Bolts, and 4 (5/16"-18) Hex
Head Serrated Flange Nuts onto Bolts (Figure 11).
Finger-tighten until later. (Middle Rail Section looks the
same on both ends. See page 8.)
CAttach End Rail Section to Middle Rail Section following
procedures in step A & B.
RailStrap
RailClamps
@
Coupler
1/4"-20 Hex
SerratedFlangeNuts
%
@
Bumper
S/16"-18HexHeadShoulderBolts
@
5/16"-18HexSerratedFlangeNuts
@
1/4"-20HexHead 1/4"-20Hex
ShoulderBolts HeadBolts
(yellow)
@ @
Collars+ spare Retaining Clips+ spare
Hardware (blue bag)
Bumper
(remove backing)
@ Jfi
First Rail
Section Coupler Power Head
Assembly
Figure 9 Install Bumper, Coupler and 1st Rail Section
Figure 10 Bolt 1st Rail Section to Power Head
11A. Slipon collar
1B. EngageHooks
11 C._Slide Collarover Hooks
11 D._Snap on Retaining Clip
9

A
BPlace Magnetic Carriage Assembly Lever in "release" position.
Slide Magnetic Carriage Assembly into slot on End Rail
Section with arrow pointing away from the Power Head
(Figure 12).
Magnetic Carriage Release
Assembly _ Position
kCC/
Engaged Position (i_.... -__/_/ To.o=
.................................. _ andheader
Toward Power Head End Rail Section
Figure 12 Slide Magnetic Carriage onto Rail
A]_]'ACH RAIL STRAR TO DU©
RAIL :_E_._[l,N
AAttach Rail Strap to End Rail Section with 2 (1/4"-20) Hex
Head Bolts and 2 (1/4"-20) Serrated Flange Hex Nuts
(Figure 13).
B Tighten snugly but Do Not over-tighten.
RailStrap _@
'I? I & I "
ALIGH I_AIL SECTIONS ;_N©
AAlign all Rail Sections so Magnetic Carriage Assembly can
slide freely along length of Rail.
BSecurely tighten all fasteners now, Do Not over-tighten.
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A
B
C
D
Turn Opener right side up and support Power Head to avoid
damaging the Light Bulb Sockets.
Uncoil Limit Switch Wires and retain Twist Ties.
Place Switches on Rail with arrows pointing away from
Power Head (Figure 14).
Place Close Limit Switch (Brown Wire) 15" from Rail Strap.
Insert (#8-32 x 1") Hex Head Screw into Switch hole and
finger-tighten until later.
Place Open Limit Switch (White Wire) 15" from Power Head.
Insert (#8-32 x 1") Hex Head Screw into Switch hole and
finger-tighten until later.
Figure 13 Attach Rail Strap
White
Wire
#8-32 x
Hex Head Screws Wire Clips
Close Limit Emergency Emergency
Switch Assembly Release Knob Release Tag
Hardware (green bag)
Close Limit
Switch
(Brown wire)
%.
i
15"
Open Limit
Switch _--.
(White wire)
@Wire
_15" j_- Clip
,rro..t
toward I_o_#i_
#8-32 x 1" --_"_
Hex Head_
Screws
Figure 14 Install Limit Switches on Assembled Rail

NOTE
o Loosen (Do Not Remove) Terminal Block Screws_
o Limit Switch adjustments and securing the Wires
will be done later.
FLay Wires in channel on top of Rail and secure with Wire Clips
(Figure 14).
GCoil and bundle excess Limit Switch Wires on top of Power
Head with Twist Ties. Leave just enough Wire to reach
Terminals on back of Power Head (Figure 14).
HTurn Opener upside down, and connect Limit Switch Wires to
Power Head Terminal Block (Figure lS):
•Terminal 4: OPEN Limit Switch Wire (white).
•Terminal 5: OPEN Limit Switch Wire (white) and
CLOSE Limit Switch Wire (brown).
•Terminal 6: CLOSE Limit Switch Wire (brown).
Antenna
Terminal White Limit Brown Limit
Block Switch wires Switch wires
Figure 15 Connect Limit Switch Wires to Power
HeadTerminal Block
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ATie overhand knot at one end of Emergency Release Cord.
B Thread opposite end of Cord through Knob and hole in
Magnetic Carriage Assembly Release Lever (Figure 16).
CTie overhand knot at this end of Emergency Release Cord.
DAttach Emergency Release Tag to Magnetic Carriage
Assembly Release Lever.
Please note the following information so it is available if you need
to call us:
Date purchased: / /
Serial number (Figure 17):
Model number (Figure 17):
Dealer Name:
Dealer Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone:
Figure 16
Emergency
Release Knob
®
Attach Emergency Release Cord/Knob
and Tag
Model
Number
NOTE
Please keep original or photocopy of your sales receipt with
this manual for future reference should service ever be
required.
Serial
Number
(example) WK YR PI
01 02 4E
Figure 17 Model and Serial Numbers

NOTE
Forlightweight garage doors, make sure you have installed
the proper reinforcement (SeeCheck Door Condition and
Thickness on page 3).
Mount directly
into header
_--____ .___ ',
7::?: : .....
Bottom of
bracket flange
Use of Header Bracket
support board
Center Line of door
I
CAUTION
oThe Header Bracket must be fastened to the garage
framing. Do Not fasten the Header Bracket to drywall,
particle board, plaster, or other such material.
•It may be necessary to attach a 2" x 6" board across the
wall studs above the door header to serve as a
mounting plate for the Header Bracket. The Bracket can
then be mounted at the proper location and have
sufficient support.
•If a door spring isin the way, place the Header Bracket
above the spring. Do Not move the door spring.
Alternative Header Bracket orientations
\
Highest Point of door travel
+ 2-1/2" (sectional door) or
+ 6" (one-piece door)
Figure 18 Attach Header Bracket above Garage Door
AIf needed, attach a 2" x 6" board (Figure 18) (also see page 4)
with at least two (four is recommended) Lag Screws and Flat
Washers (not supplied).
B Attach Header Bracket to header at mark above door.
NOTE
Mounting variations are shown in Figure 18. Any of these
may be used depending on space. However, it iscritical that
the point where the Rail attaches to the Header Bracket be
on the center line of the door.
• Mark 3 hole positions.
• Drill 3 (5/32") pilot holes.
•Attach Header Bracket with 3 (1/4" x 2") Lag Screws.
Header
Bracket
'\. j_ _-_
5/16-18 x 3/4"
Hex Head Bolts
1/4"x 2"
Lag Screws
5/16-18 x 3/4"
Hex Serrated Flange Nuts
Door Bracket 1/4"-20 x 3/4"
Self-Drilling Screws
Hardware (orange bag)

CAUTION
Doors made of masonite, lightweight wood, fiberglass, metal,
or other lightweight materials must be properly braced
before mounting door Opener.
_o_ _'e<:tier_al doo_'_x
APlace Door Bracket on door center line, no lower than top
roller, and mark holes (Figure 19).
B Attach Door Bracket:
•For metal doors, use 3 (1/4" -20 x 3/4") Self-Drilling
Screws (provided).
•For wood doors, use 3 (1/4" x 2") Lag Screws or
3 (1/4" x 11/4") Lag Screws (not provided).
I®
SECTIONAL DOORS
Center Line of door ONE-PIECE DOORS Center Line of door
i I
Optional Door Operator Bracket (not included)
Figure 19 Attach Door Bracket
NOTE
Before installing,check length of the included Lag Screws vs.
the thickness of your garage door. For doors thinner than 2%
use 11/4" Lag Screws. Check door condition and thickness.
See page 3.
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APosition Door Bracket on door's center line, as high as
possible or on top of door.
B Attach Door Bracket:
•For metal doors, use 3 (1/4" -20 x 3/4") Self-Drilling
Screws.
.For wood doors, use 3 (1/4" x 2") Lag Screws.
AWhile supporting the Power Head, place threaded end of Rail
Strap Bolt through Header Bracket hole (Figure 20).
B Attach (5/16"-18) Flange Nut to Rail Strap Bolt.
Finger-tighten until later,
Rail
Rail Strap Bolt
®
Header Bracket
Figure 20 Attach Rail Strap to Header Bracket

A RaiseandsupportOpenerPowerHead(alongdoorcenter
line)higherthanhighestpointofdoortravel(usingstep
ladder,etc.)(Figure21).
B Measure distance from Opener to garage ceiling.
CAUTION
Mounting Brackets must be fastened to garage framing.
Do Not fasten to drywall, particle board, plaster, or other
such materials.
NOTE
• Make sure the railof your supported Power Head is
slightly higher than the highest point of door travel
by raising the door to check. Adjust as needed.
Materials needed for mounting Opener Power Head
to garage may vary. Read all instructions completely.
Garage constructions differ. Extra material may be
needed. See Check Power Head Mounting Area on
page 5.
SECTIONAL DOORS
Rail Should be level or dip down slightly.
Check for clearance.
H
e
e
C Install Mounting Straps and/or support brackets (angle iron
not included) to joists or trusses and to mounting slots in
Opener. Use (5/16"-18 x 3/4") Hex Head Bolt, (5/16"-18)
Serrated Flanged Nut, and (1/4" x 2") Lag Screws as needed
(Figure 22).
D Securely tighten all fasteners now. Do Not over-tighten.
ONE-PIECE DOORS
Set clearance at 1"-11/2" between Rail and door at
highest point of travel.
H
Figure 21 Checking Power Head position
OPEN BEAM CEILING EXAMPLES
Mounting Straps Support board added
for longer spans Perforated Angle Iron
(Angle iron not included)
FINISHED CEILINGS
Locate ceiling joists or
trusses using
a stud finder
or similar
device.
Attach angle iron
(not included) to
joists or trusses
through finish material
using Lag Screws.
Figure 22 Mounting methods for open beam and finished ceilings

I:o_ _'sectio_al doo_'s:
AAttach Curved Door Arm to Door Bracket with Clevis Pin and
Cotter Pin (Figure 23).
B Attach Straight Door Arm to Magnetic Carriage Assembly.
CAttach both Arms together with 2 (3/8" x 7/8") Hex Head
Bolts and 2 (3/8") Serrated Flange Hex Serial Number
Nuts so overall length isas short as pos-
sible. Securely tighten fasteners.
DAdjust height of Emergency Release Cord Knob to 6' above
floor:
•Pull Cord through Magnetic Carriage Assembly Lever
until Knob is6' from floor.
•Tie a new overhand knot in Cord at Magnetic Carriage
Assembly Lever.
I:o_ _'o_'_e-piece doo_'s
AAttach Straight Arm to Door Bracket with Clevis Pin and
Cotter Pin (Figure 24).
B Attach Curved Arm to Magnetic Carriage Assembly.
CAttach both Arms together with 2 (3/8" x 7/8") Hex Head
Bolts and 2 (3/8") Serrated Flange Hex Nuts so overall length
isas long as possible. Securely tighten fasteners.
DAdjust height of Emergency Release Cord Knob to 6' above
floor:
•Pull Cord through Magnetic Carriage Assembly Lever
until Knob is6' from floor.
•Tie a new overhand knot in Cord at Magnetic Carriage
Assembly Lever.
WARNING
Do Not skip Step Dabove!
Failure to comply may leave Emergency Release Knob within
reach of children. If the Knob is pulled with garage door fully
or partially open, garage door may close without warning!
Safe-T-Beam ® (STB) Brackets
#10-16 x 11/4'.
Phillips Hex Head Screw
Clevis Pins Cotter Pins
3/8" x 7/8"
Hex Head Bolts
3/8" Hex Serrated
Flange Nuts
Hardware (yellow bag)
As short as
Figure 23 Assemble Arms (SECTIONAL)
As long as
possible
_!.(_ Straight
.... Door Arm
(_ Doo'r'Arm
Figure 24 Assemble Arms (ONE-PIECE)

ELECTRICALWARNING
Ensure there is No power to the Opener before installing
Safe-T-Beam®System Wires. If Opener is plugged into outlet,
Unplug it now.
NOTE
The Opener will not close the door automatically unless the
Safe-T-Beam®System is installed.
A Install Safe-T-Beam ® Source and Sensor (Figure 25):
• Mark both sides of garage door frame or wall 6"
above floor.
Hold Bracket against door frame or wall. Check if Bracket
extends out from wall far enough so tongue of Bracket is
beyond door, tracks, or any door hardware. If not, Safe-T-
Beam ® Mounting Bracket Extensions are available from a
Genie Factory Authorized Dealer or through the
Accessories Order Form.
- Blocks of wood, etc. may be substituted
for extensions.
Position top of Mounting Bracket at 6" mark and fasten
with 2 (#10-16 x 1-1/4") Phillips Hex Head Screws
per Bracket.
NOTE
Mounting Brackets can be attached to brick walls or concrete
floor using masonry anchors (not included).
BAttach Safe-T-Beam ® Source (Red LED) and Sensor (Green
LED) to Brackets (Figure 2S):
For single-door garages.
- Determine which side of garage receives the most
direct sunlight, and place Source (Red LED) on this
side whenever possible.
For multiple-door garages see (Figure 26).
- Preventing crossed signals is critical.
- Place Source and Sensor modules on adjacent doors
facing in opposite directions.
NOTE
To help prevent interference from the sun, the Safe-T-Beam®
Sensor (Green LED) may be placed further away from the
door opening, where it will spend more time in the shadows.
• ®
Slide the Safe-T-Beam Source and Sensor onto the
tongues of the Brackets until they click into place.
•Check final height of Lens (Figure 27).
Safe-T-Beam ® Sensor
(Green LED)
Safe-T-Beam ® Source
(Red LED)
Slide onto
tongue of
Bracket until._. J i:_1
it clicks into 4_// Top of
place !/i}i _. Bracket 6"
I above
[floor
Figure 25 Install Safe-T-Beams ®
ONE DOOR
GARAGE TWO DOOR GARAGE
THREEDOOR
GARAGE
Figure 26 Source/sensor Locations
Top edge of Lens
5" - 6" above floor
Figure 27 Final Check Safe-T-Beams ®

CAUTION
;taples which are too tight may cut or pinch Wires.Cut or
)inched Wires can cause the Safe-T-Beam®System to stop
working. When installing the Insulated Staples,make sure
_oufasten them only astightly asneeded to hold the
Wire securely. ®
Insulated Staples
(approximately 30 parts)
©
#6-11/4"
Pan Head Screws
CInstall Safe-T-Beam ®Wiring (Figure 28):
• Route Wire and Insulated Staples
(Figure 29 and Figure 30).
- Securely fasten Wires with Insulated Staples as
you go. Staples should be snug only.
- Wires between garage wall and Power Head should
be run on top of Rail and underneath Wire Clips.
Attach Wires to Safe-T-Beam ®Sensors.
- Split and strip Wire ends to be connected as shown.
- Loosen Terminal Screws.
- Insert each Wire under flat plate and tighten Screw.
It does not matter which Wire, white or striped, goes
on which Terminal.
•Attach Wires at Power Head.
- Wires are connected to Terminals #2 and #3 on
Power Head Terminal Block. It does not matter which
Wire, white or striped, goes on which Terminal.
Check the following.
- Ensure that no part of door or its hardware is in path
between Source or Sensor Lenses.
•Ensure that tops of Lenses are between S" - 6" above
floor. Brackets are flexible and can be adjusted slightly
if needed.
Wire
@
Hardware (red bag)
Approxi112X,
Figure 28 Wire the Safe-T-Beam ® System
NOTE
The Safe-T-Beam®alignment check will be performed
following connection to electrical power.
Do Not plug in yet!
at Safe-T-Beam ®
Figure 29 Wiring Method A
Leave slack for
adjustment
Wire Clips (_ Insulated
Staples
@
STB j
iTerminal
attach ments
at Power Head
at Safe-T-Beam® J
Figure 30 Wiring Method A
Leave slack for
adjustment

WF_LL C©BSS©L
WARNING
Verify there is no power to the Opener before installing Wall
Console Wires.
NOTE
More than one lighted Wall Control per Opener will cause
a malfunction.
AWall Console (Figure 31):
•Has a Security Vacation Lock Switch which disables
all controls.
•LED Indicator shows whether system is powered, locked,
or unlocked. Makes Console easy to find in dark.
•Controls door Opener from inside garage.
•Independent Light Control allows convenient manual
control of Opener Lighting System.
BFind a convenient mounting location:
•Within direct sight of garage door.
•At least 5' above floor (to prevent small children from
operating garage door).
•Away from any moving garage door or Opener parts (you
should not be able to reach door while standing at
Wall Console).
CEnsure Vacation Lock Switch is in UNLOCKED position.
DWire Wall Console to Opener (Figure 32):
•On Power Head, connect Striped Wire to Terminal #1 and
White Wire to Terminal #2.
•On back of Wall Console, connect Striped Wire to
terminal "B" and White Wire to Terminal "W'[
E Attach Wall Console onto wall at location found above with 2
(#6 x 11/4") Pan Head Screws.
FRemove protective backing from Entrapment Warning Label,
and attach it to wall near Wall Console.
CAUTION
eUse of any wall consoles other than the type included
will prevent the light from working properly and could
cause the door to operate on its own.
Cut or pinched Wires can cause the Wall Console to stop
working. When using the Insulated Staples, be sure to
only tap them in asfar as needed to hold the
Wire snugly.
Security
Vacation
Lock Switch
Independent
Light Control
1
[ I Garage Door
J Control
©
Wall Console
@
Figure 31 Wall Console
Allow
slack
®®@
Terminal
Attachment
at Power Head
White Wire
to
Terminal 2
Striped Wire
to
Terminal 1
Terminal
Attachment
at Wall Console
White Wire
to
Terminal "W"
Striped Wire
to
Terminal "B"
®
Figure 32 Install Wall Console with
Entrapment Warning Label

Co_s_scs__sG_ovv_
ELECTRICALWARNING
e
A
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this equipment has
a grounding type Plug that hasa third (grounding) Pin.
This Plug will only fit into a grounding type outlet. If the
Plug does not fit into the outlet, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do Not change
the Plug in any way.The door Opener must be properly
grounded to prevent personal injury and damage to the
components.
The electrical power to the door Opener Must Be removed
when the Motor Cover isremoved. Electrical power must
remain off while making electrical connections.
Check building codes:
•If building code requires Opener be permanently wired
to building, have a licensed electrician perform step B.
•If you are not installing permanent wiring, go to step C.
Instructions for licensed electrician - connecting power
with permanent wiring (Figure 33):
•Remove power from circuit.
•Remove Motor Cover.
•Remove and discard Power Cord.
- Cut off Power Cord inside Power Head as near Strain
Relief as possible.
- Remove Knock-Out Plug, Strain Relief, and Power
Cord. (Cut Ground Wire on line side of Toroid).
- Dispose of Plug, Strain Relief, and Power Cord.
•Install required entrance bushing.
•Connect permanent wiring to Power Head Wires.
- White supply line to Opener White Wire.
- Black supply line to Opener Black Wire.
- Ground to Opener Green Wire.
- Replace Motor Cover.
NOTE
eUse only Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (U.L.)
recognized wire nuts.
The Circuit Boards are light sensitive. Ensure the
Motor Cover is installed before energizing
the Opener.
Knockout
Cut
Wires
here
Two
tabs
slide
out
I
Four screws hold
Motor Cover
Figure 33 Connecting power with permanent wiring
C
D
- Restore Power to circuit.
Connecting Power with Plug:
•Plug Opener into a grounded outlet as stated in previous
electrical warning.
Perform Safe-T-Beam ®alignment check:
•Check if Safe-T-Beam ®Source Red LED is glowing
continuously (OK) or blinking (problem).
•If Red LED is blinking twice, adjust Sensor Brackets as
needed to make Red LED glow continuously. (Refer to
page 26.)

5elX@_{_of Limt 5w t@_®s
ASetting Close Limit Switch (Figure 34):
• Check that Magnetic Carriage Assembly is disengaged.
• With garage door fully closed, slide Close Limit Switch
until it is aligned with Carriage Assembly Magnet.
•Tighten Set Screw. Do Not over-tighten.
B Setting Open Limit Switch:
• Manually open garage door to full open position.
• Slide Open Limit Switch until it is aligned with Carriage
Assembly Magnet.
• Tighten Set Screw. Do not over-tighten.
. Re-engage Magnetic Carriage Assembly.
WARNING
•The garage door opens rapidly, and can cause serious
injury or death.
•Keep the path clear.
•Position the ladder to the side of the Power Head so it is
clear of all moving parts of the Opener and the door.
•Set the door Opener to use the minimum force needed
to open the door.
A Pre-set Force Controls to midpoint between fully counter
clockwise and fully clockwise (Figure 35).
B Adjust the Close Limit Switch:
* Press Wall Console to close garage door.
- If door does not close completely, measure distance
from bottom of door to floor. Move Limit Switch
same amount toward door and try again.
- If door reverses after contacting floor, move Limit
Switch toward Power Head and try again.
- If door reverses before contacting floor, increase
Close force and try again.
- If door fails to move, check Safe-T-Beam ® System. See
Safe-T-Beam ®Troubleshooting Guide on pg. 26, and
Opener System Self-diagnostic Troubleshooting
on pg. 27.
.Tighten Limit Switch Set Screw. Do not over-tighten
{strip) Limit Switch Set Screw.
CAdjust Open Limit Switch:
. Press Wall Console to open garage door.
- If door does not open completely, move Limit Switch
toward Power Head.
- If door opens completely, but motor continues to
run, move Limit Switch toward door.
.Tighten Limit Switch Set Screw. Do not over-tighten
{strip) Limit Switch Set Screw.
NOTE
oLittle effort isrequired to turn the Force
Adjusting Knobs.
• If the door stops moving while opening or
closing, adjust the Open Force or Close Force
Controls slightly clockwise (to slightly
increase the force) and retry the step.
• The Open Force and Close Force Controls are to
be set to the minimum force necessary to
ensure the door smoothly opens fully and
closes completely.
• The garage door will move slowly the first
time it runs, until the Opener"learns"the
type of door.
• Ensure the Magnetic Carriage Assembly is
engaged and is between the two Limit
Switches before operating the Opener.
Close Limit Switch
(door fully closed)
Carriage _'_ Switch
(disengaged) I% _ Magnet
Open Limit Switch Switch
(door fully open)/
Carriage
(disengaged) IC \\ "\ ....J
_ " Magnet
Figure 34 Setting Limit Switches
Force Controls
HI LO
OPEN CLOSE X.._
FORCE FORCE
Figure 35 Making Force Adjustments