Guardian 928 User manual

Owner’s Manual
Please read and understand this manual and safety instructions carefully before installation.
The Opener WILL NOT CLOSE until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly installed and aligned.
REGULARLY CHECK and TEST the Opener according to the safety label to ENSURE SAFE OPERATION.
Retain this manual for future reference.
Serial # __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Date Installed __ __ /__ __ /__ __ __ __
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury to persons - Use this operator only with Residential Sectional Garage doors.
Located on the label on top of your opener.
The illustrations used in this instruction manual may differ from the actual product you have purchased.
MODEL 928
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury to persons
- FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
- INSTALL ON SECTIONAL DOORS WITH TORSION SHAFT AND SPRINGS ONLY
Owner’s Manual
• Please read and understand this manual and safety instructions carefully before installation.
• The Opener WILL NOT CLOSE until the Photo Eye Safety System and Cable Tension Monitor is properly installed and aligned.
• REGULARLY CHECK and TEST the Opener according to the safety label to ENSURE SAFE OPERATION.
• Retain this manual for future reference.
• This product should only be installed by a trained garage door technician.
• Adjustments to door springs or track may be required.
• This product should not be used on garage doors with extension springs, outside pickup drums or low-headroom tracks.
Serial # __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Date Installed __ __ /__ __ /__ __ __ __
Located on label on the side of your opener.
The illustrations used in this instruction manual may dier from the actual product you have purchased.

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Table of Contents
READ WARNINGS CAREFULLY to prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH caused by electrocution or
mechanical hazard.
Installation hardware
shown in actual size
Beeps from built-in buzzer of the opener
Inventory
Symbols and Icons
Inventory
Tools Needed
Prepare Your Garage Door
Safety Instructions
Assembly
Assembly
Installation
Installing Door Lock
Installing Cable Tension Monitor
Wiring
Connecting Photo Eye Safety System
Connecting Deluxe Door Control Console
Motion Activated Security Lighting
Connecting Power
Adjustment
Aligning the Photo Eye Safety System
Travel Limit Adjustment UP
Travel Limit Adjustment DOWN
Auto Force Adjustment
Final Adjustment and Testing
Operation
Programming Remote Controls
Important Safety Instruccions
Operating the Opener
Special Installation Information:
Installing Battery Backup
Maintenance
Repair Parts and Service
Replacement Parts
Opener Assembly Parts
Warranty
Symbols and Icons
WARNING
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3
3
4
5
6-7
8
9
10
11
12
13
13
14
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Tools Needed
Step Ladder
Ratchet with
1/4", 7/16" and 3/8”
socket
Level
Pencil
Screwdriver
Tape Measure
Adjustable Wrench
Drill 3/16",
5/16" and 3/4 Drill Bits
Pliers
Hammer
Hack Saw
Lag Screw
1/4 -10 x 50 mm
Mounting bracket (4)*
Cable tensioner mounting screws (2)*
Dowel 1-3/8’’
Door control console (2)
Included inside the door
control console bag
Dowel 10 x 50 mm
Mounting bracket (4)*
Cable tensioner mounting (2)*
INSTALLATION HARDWARE, LOCATED IN HARDWARE BAG* (SHOW ACTUAL SIZE 1:1)
Hex Screw #8-32’’
Mounting bracket (4)*
Lag Screw #12 - 11 x 1.25”
Photo Eye System (4)*
Square Head Screw
3/8’’ x 1 (4)
Attached to the collar
Phillip Head Screw
M6 x 20 mm
Door lock (2)*
Screw #6 x 1-3/8’’
Door control console (2)
Included inside the door control console bag
1. Residential Jackshaft
GDO
2. Photo Eyes
3. Remote Control
4. Deluxe Door Control
Console
5. Collar
6. Manual Release Cord
7. Mounting Bracket
8. Cable Tension Monitor
9. Door Lock
10. Manual
11. Template GU-LOCK
Inventory
TOP
DRILL 5/16”
DRILL 5/16”
DRILL 3/4”
Hardware Needed

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Outlet within
6 ft (1.83m)
of garage door
opener
Ceiling
Prepare Your Garage Door
To test your garage door:
1. Raise and lower the door to check it if there is any sticking or binding.
2. Check for loose hinges, damaged rollers, frayed cables, and damaged or broken springs.
3. Lift the door approximately halfway and release. The door should stay at that point
under proper spring tension.
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, that are known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
CAUTION
To be compliant with California SB969, this Garage Door Openers must be installed with battery backup kit.
PREPARE for installation
This operator is compatible with the following doors:
- Sectional doors up to 14 feet (4.3 m) high.
- Sectional doors up to 18 feet (5.5 m) wide.
- Doors with 1” diameter torsion bar and torsion springs with 4” to 6” drums.
- Sectional high lift doors (up to 54 inches (137.2 cm) of high lift).
- Doors with 12” or 15” radius tracks.
- It is not compatible with reverse wound drums.
If the Cable Tension Monitor is not required (for example with a sectional high
lift door), to disable the Cable Tension Monitor system, move the jumper to the
right using a pair of needle nose pliers. With the cable tension monitor jumper in
the disabled position, the operator will be able to run without a connected cable
tension
monitor. To return to cable tension monitor enabled mode, move the jumper to the
left, connect the cable tension monitor and re-power the opener.
For California Residents
Between ceiling and torsion
bar must be a distance of 3’’
(7.6cm) or more
Wall
Wall
Torsion
Bar
Enable
Disable
3’’’
(7.6 cm)
2.5’’
(6.4 cm)
1.5”
(3.81 cm)
8.5”
(21.6 cm)
UP
DOWN
LEARN
FORCE
LIMIT
OK
UP
DOWN
CABLE
MONITOR
LOCK
LOCK
PHOTO
EYES
PUSH
BUTTON
WALL
PANEL

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PREPARE for installation
This operator is compatible with the following doors:
- Sectional doors up to 14 feet (4.3 m) high.
- Sectional doors up to 18 feet (5.5 m) wide.
- Doors with 1” diameter torsion bar and torsion springs with 4” to 6” drums.
- Sectional high lift doors (up to 54 inches (137.2 cm) of high lift).
- Doors with 12” or 15” radius tracks.
- It is not compatible with reverse wound drums.
If the Cable Tension Monitor is not required (for example with a sectional high
lift door), to disable the Cable Tension Monitor system, move the jumper to the
right using a pair of needle nose pliers. With the cable tension monitor jumper in
the disabled position, the operator will be able to run without a connected cable
tension
monitor. To return to cable tension monitor enabled mode, move the jumper to the
left, connect the cable tension monitor and re-power the opener.
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death:
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Install only on a properly balanced garage door. An improperly balanced door has the potential to
inict severe injury. Have a qualied service person make repairs to cables, spring assemblies, and
other hardware before installing the opener.
3. Remove all ropes and remove or make inoperative all locks connected to the garage door before
installing opener.
4. Where possible, install the door opener 7 feet (2.13 m) or more above the oor. For products having
an emergency release, the emergency release must be within reach, at least 6 feet above the
oor and avoiding contact with vehicles to avoid accidental release. Cut the release cord to length.
5. Do not connect the opener to source of power until instructed to do so.
6. Locate the door control button: (a) within sight of door, (b) at a minimum height of 5 feet so small
children are not able to reach it, and (c) away from all moving parts of the door.
7. Install the Entrapment Warning Label next to the wall-mount control button in a prominent
location. Install the emergency release safety label near the emergency release.
8. After installing the opener, the door must reverse when it contacts a 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) high object
(or a 2x4 board) laid at on the oor.
9. NEVER try to remove, loosen, move, or adjust garage door, cables, pulleys, brackets, and door
springs. All are under EXTREME tension.
10. To reduce the risk of injuries to persons – use this operator only with residential sectional garage
doors.
11. When installed with a Smart Control, only enable the unattended operation feature when installed
with a sectional door.
12. To avoid SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY or DEATH, disconnect ALL power, mains and battery, BEFORE
performing ANY service activities.
13. When installing or servicing the garage door opener, NEVER wear watches, rings or loose clothing,
as these may be caught in the mechanism.
WARNING
Safety Instructions

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*THE HEX SCREWS ARE INCLUDED
INSIDE THE HARDWARE BAG
Hex Screw
#8-32’’ (2)
WARNING
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH, the collar MUST be properly tightened.
The door may NOT reverse correctly or limits may be lost due to collar slip.
1. Attach collar to the drive shaft assembly, align one of the set screws to the drive shaft hole. Notice that the side of the
collar with the larger hole must be placed on the drive shaft, seated all the way on drive shaft assembly.
Securely tighten the 2 square head set screws closest to the motor shaft by turning the screws 1/4 - 1/2 turn after
making contact with the motor shaft, use a 3/8” wrench or ratchet with a square 3/8”(1.3 cm) or a 7/16” 12-point socket.
Make sure the screws are facing up and towards you, pull the manual release cable to disengage the motor clutch and
rotate the drive shaft manually. Pull the emergency release to lock the motor again.
2. Position the mounting bracket on the same side of collar. The mounting bracket may be t on the opposite side if
there is room. Screw the slotted side of the mounting bracket to the side panel leaving it a little loose.
Assembly
Set screws
Drive Shaft Hole
Manual Release
Cable
Drive Shaft Assembly
Mounting
Bracket
Collar

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To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
- Concrete anchors MUST be used if mounting bracket 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.
- Garage door opener MUST be mounted at a right angle to the torsion bar to avoid premature
wear on the collar.
- If possible, use the manual release to disengage the door only when the garage door is closed. A
damaged door or broken springs may cause an open door to fall unexpectedly.
- Clear persons and obstructions from the doorway before using the manual release.
WARNING
1. Close the garage door completely.
2. Position power head on torsion bar and slide garage door opener, leaving a .25” (.6 cm) minimum gap between the collar
and the side rail bolt. Use a level to align garage door opener.
3. When the garage door opener is properly aligned, mark the mounting bracket holes. If necessary, tighten collar screws on
the torsion bar to hold garage door opener in place while marking holes.
NOTE: The garage door opener does not have to be ush to wall.
4. Remove the garage door opener from torsion bar. Drill 3/16 inch pilot holes at the marked locations. Drill through metal
door rail plates if necessary.
5. Slide the garage door opener back onto the torsion bar until pilot holes align with bracket.
6. Tighten the 2 square head set screws on the torsion bar. For a hollow torsion bar, tighten screws 3/4 - 1 full turn after
making contact with the bar. For a solid shaft torsion bar, tighten screws 1/4 - no more than 1/2 after making contact
with the shaft. If installing on a keyed torsion bar, DO NOT tighten the screws into the keyway.
7. Use the 1/4 - 10 x 50 mm (2) lag screws to fasten the mounting bracket to the wall. Use a level to make sure the opener is
square to the shaft vertically and horizontally.
8. Attach the manual release cord to the manual release cable. Cut the manual release handle cord, slide the handle on the
rope and tie a knot. The handle must be within reach and at least 6 feet above the oor.
Separated
.25” (.6 cm)
Assembly
*MOUNTING BRACKET SHOULD
BE MOUNTED ON SAME SIDE
Set screws
(Torsion Bar)
1/4 - 10 x 50 mm (2)

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A second door lock (Service Lock GU-LOCK2) can be installed on the other side of the door per the instructions above.
Use the 26´ (8m) extension cable (GU-LOCKX) for the opposite side lock mount. See Replacement Parts in the back of the
manual.
1/4-20 x 1/2’’ (2)
TOP
DRILL 5/16”
DRIL
L
5/16”
DRIL
L
3/4
”
Installing Door Lock
The automatic door lock (GU-LOCK2) prevents manual operation of the door when fully closed.
1. The lock must be mounted on the same side as the opener and within 10 ft (3.05m) max of the operator. Measure 3 in.
above the second roller from the bottom. Clean the outside of the track. Attach template and drill holes as shown on the
template.
2. Fasten door lock to the outside of garage door track with M6 x 20 mm (2) Phillips screws (provided).
3. Run wire up wall to garage door opener. Use insulated staples to secure wire.
4. Insert wire through the bottom of the garage door opener and plug the connector into a lock port on the garage door
opener. Either connector port may be used.
Manual
Release
Cord
Door Lock
M6 x 20 mm (2)
CABLE
MONITOR
LOCK
Lock
Template
Door Track

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Cable Tension Roller
1. Position cable tension monitor above the door and close to the drum.
2. Make sure there are no obstructions that prevent cable tension monitor from closing completely when
slack is detected.
3. Roller must be mounted 2” to 6” (5-15 cm) from the bottom of the drum.
4. Cable tension monitor roller must be placed 1/8” to 1/4” (3 to 6 mm) away from the cable.
5. Mark and drill 3/16” pilot holes for screws. Fasten cable tension monitor with 1/4 -10 x 50 mm (2) lag screw
(provided).
Installing Cable Tension Monitor
Drum
Cable Tension Monitor
A second cable tension monitor (GU-CTM) can be installed on the other side of the door. Unplug opener. Follow
the above instructions. 26.2´ (8m) of wire is supplied with the GU-CTM. Cut the wire to the desired length. Strip and
twist wires from each monitor (white/white, black/black) to form a twisted pair and insert into the CABLE MONITOR
terminals.
1/8”-1/4” (3-6 mm)
Note: Cable Tension Monitor is shipped for right side installation. If installed on the left side, remove the e-ring at
the end of the roller, remove the roller and reassemble on the opposite side.
CABLE
MONITOR
2” - 6”
(5 - 15 cm)
Wall
Cable
Approx. 3/4”
(19 mm)
Screw
1/4 -10 x 50 mm (2)
Cable Tension Roller

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Photo Eye Push Button
Push Button
Photo Eye
Connecting Photo Eye Safety System
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
- Power MUST NOT be connected BEFORE Photo Eye Safety system is connected and aligned.
- The Opener will not operate until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly connected and aligned.
- Install the Photo Eyes NO higher than 6”(15cm) above the oor. No part of garage door or other
objects should obstruct the Photo Eye Safety System during door-closing.
About Photo Eye Safety System
The Photo Eye Safety System provides protection against entrapment while the door is closing. When properly connected
and aligned, the emitter Photo Eye emits an invisible infrared light beam while the sensor Photo Eye monitors that beam.
If the beam is obstructed during door-closing, the entrapment protection will be triggered and the door will stop and
reverse to the open position. The operator will beep for 20 times indicating an obstruction.
Installing The Photo Eye Safety System
1. Wall-mounting
a. Place the Photo Eyes facing each other on each side of the garage door. Position the sensors so they are no higher than
6” (15cm) above the oor.
Note: Wire lengths for operator-side and opposite-side photo-eyes.
b. Drill 3/16”holes using the mounting holes on the Bracket as a template. Secure with #12 - 11 x 1.25”Lag Screws.
c. Adjust the position, loosen the wing nut, disassemble the Bracket and move the Photo Eye to the lower position
on the holder.
2. Alternative Floor-mounting.
a. Place the Photo Eyes facing each other on each side of the garage door.
b. If attaching to concrete, secure the photo eyes using concrete anchors and bolts (not provided).
c. If necessary, align the Photo Eyes by loosening the wing nut.
Photo eyes
should be no
more than 6
inches (15.2
cm) above the
oor.
Floor mounting
(concrete
anchors not
provided)
Cut and discard excess wire. Use small at head screwdriver to push in gray tab on the terminal block located on the rear
panel of the power head. Insert 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) of the wire into the terminal while pushing in the tab.
* DO NOT TWIST WIRES,
USE ALL 4 TERMINALS
WARNING

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Bottom screw
#6 x 1-3/8
Min. 5 feet
(1.5m) above
oor
Top screw
#6 x 1-3/8
* DO NOT TWIST WIRES,
USE ALL 4 TERMINALS
U-
Connecting Deluxe Door Control Console
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
- Power MUST NOT be connected until instructed.
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from using the Deluxe Door Control Console and a closing door:
- Install the Deluxe Door Control Console or Push Button within sight of the door at a minimum height of 5
feet (1.5m) above the oor. Make sure it is out of the reach of children and moving parts of door and
hardware.
- NEVER permit children to access the Deluxe Door Control Console, or Remote Controls.
- Operate the door ONLY when it is adjusted properly with no obstructions present and is in clear sight.
- ALWAYS keep a moving door in sight until it’s completely closed.
- NEVER cross the path of a moving door.
The Deluxe Door Control Console is a wired, illuminated door control placed inside your garage.
To install the Deluxe Door Control Console:
1. Connect the plug from the Deluxe Door Control Console to the“Wall Panel”outlet on the control panel of the opener.
Run bell wire to location where console will be mounted.
2. Fasten white wire to U+ terminal. Fasten striped wire to U- terminal.
3. Lift the large actuator cover on door the control console and the upper screw post is exposed. Position the deluxe
door control console at minimum height of 5 feet (1.5m) above the oor to keep out of the reach of children, within sight
of door and free from any moving parts on the door. Mark the position of both upper screw post and lower screw hole on
the deluxe door control console. Fasten the bottom screw to a solid surface with #6 x 1 - 3/8” screws.
If attaching to drywall or other hollow surface, drill 3/16” holes and use the provided drywall anchors. Align the bottom
hole with the bottom screw, slide the door control down into place. Secure the deluxe door control console with the upper
screw. Flip down the actuator cover back into place.
WARNING
U+

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Security lighting is activated and
remains on for 4.5 minutes when
garage door opener is operated.
Motion sensing is turned on by default
and will activate security lighting
when motion is detected within the
garage. Security lighting will remain
illuminated for 4.5 minutes or for as
long as there is motion in the garage.
*Note - if you wish to turn o security
lighting when motion sensing is
activated press the “LIGHT” button
and security lighting will turn o and
remain o for 25 seconds. If motion
is detected after 25 seconds, security
lighting will turn on.*
To deactivate motion sensing: Press and hold “LIGHT" button for 2 seconds. The power head will beep once to indicate
motion sensing has been deactivated.
To active motion sensing: Press and hold“LIGHT” button for 2 seconds. The power head will beep 3x to indicate motion
sensing has been activated.
Buttons Operation
Door - Press and release to open/close the door.
Press and hold to activate/deactivate motion sensing security lighting.
Turns the courtesy light on/o.
Vacation Lock
Unlock - Door can be accessed by either Door button or controls.
Lock - Prevent access of door by any controls and Door button.
Using the Deluxe Door Control ONLY after Installation is completed.
s
Motion Activated Security Lighting

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Invisible Light
Beam
Aligned
Steady Red &
Green LED
Emitter
Green LED ON
Sensor
Red LED ON
Connecting Power
WARNING
To prevent possible FROM ELECTROCUTION or FIRE:
- Power MUST be DISCONNECTED BEFORE proceeding with permanent wiring procedures.
- Garage Door Opener installation and wiring MUST be in compliance with all local electrical and
building codes. Make sure the Opener is ALWAYS grounded.
- NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter or modify the power plug in any way to make it t the
outlet.
To Align Photo Eye Safety System
1. When the photo eye safety system is properly aligned green LED (emitter) will emit a steady green light and the red LED
(sensor) will emit a steady red light. The path of the invisible light beam MUST NOT be obstructed. No part of the garage
door or any hardware should interfere or block either sensor.
2. Green LED (emitter) will ash until it is aligned with red LED (sensor). Red LED will not illuminate until it is aligned with
green LED. The emitter generates the invisible light beam, and the sensor receives the invisible light beam.
DO NOT OPERATE OPENER AT THIS TIME
To Connect Power:
1. Plug the Opener into a grounded outlet ONLY. If there is no grounded outlet present, call a qualied electrician to
replace the outlet.
Permanent Wiring (If required by Local Code):
1. Be sure power is not connected to the opener, disconnect power to circuit.
2. Move the garage opener form the torsion bar, remove cover screws and set the cover aside.
3. Cut wire 6”(15.2 cm) above the strain relief.
4. Remove LED Lamp Plate by removing the two screws. Disconnect the cable of the LED Lamp Plate from the LED module.
Using pliers, squeeze stand ups on the PCB Board, disconnect all connections and remove the PCB Board, set aside.
Using pliers, squeeze stand ups on the LED module, disconnect the power cable and remove the LED module, set aside.
5. Squeeze strain relief and push into garage door opener, then remove strain from wire.
6. Install 1/2. NPT, ex cable addapter (not provided) or other suitable connector into chassis. (Adhere to local electrical
code(s) and regulations). Reinstall garage door opener to torsion bar.
7. Takes wires through conduit, cut to proper length and strip insulation.
8. Take the pair of black wires from the transformer, strip 1/2 ”(1.3 cm) of insulation from the existing black with black
(black / black) and white with black (white / black) wires.
9. Connect the line to the black wire and neutral to wire with wire nuts (not provided). Connect ground wire to green
ground screw.
10. Properly secure wires under plastic ties so that they do not come into contact with moving parts.
11. Reinstall PCB Board, Led Lamp Plate and LED module.
12. Reinstall cover.

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Travel Limit Adjustment UP
WARNING
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment:
- DO NOT adjust force manually to compensate for binding or sticking of the garage door. Call
a qualied garage door service technician to make necessary adjustments in case of binding.
- DO NOT manually increase the force required for closing the door.
- After ANY adjustments, Safety Reversal Test MUST be performed to ensure the door reverses on
contact with a 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) high object (2x4 laid at).
NOTICE: Travel limits and auto force setting must be set for the opener to work.
About Travel Limit Adjustment
Limit Adjustments regulate the fully-open (UP limit) position and fully-closed (DOWN limit) position, at which the door
will stop when opening and closing.
Setting UP Limit
1. Press “LIMIT” button once to enter Travel Limit Adjustment.“UP” indicator (green) will turn on*.
* NOTE: Once you have pressed and released the “Limit” button, the “UP” light will stay for 20 seconds for you to press
the “UP” button and begin programming. If the “UP” light goes out before you are nished you need to start over.
2. Press & hold the “UP” button, the door travels up. You may use both“UP” or “DOWN” buttons to toggle the door to the
desired UP limit position. Make sure there is enough clearance for your vehicle(s).
3. Once the door is at the desired UP limit position, press “LIMIT” button once, “OK” indicator (orange) ashes and goes
o. The UP limit is set.

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Travel Limit Adjustment DOWN
WARNING
CAUTION: WHILE SETTING THE DOWN LIMIT, CAREFULLY WATCH DOOR TRAVEL DISTANCE. RELEASE BUTTON WHEN THE
DOOR MAKES CONTACT WITH THE GROUND!
Setting DOWN Limit
1. Press “LIMIT” button twice to enter DOWN-limit setting.“DOWN” indicator (red) will turn on.
*NOTE: Once you have pressed and released the“LIMIT” button, it will stay for 20 seconds for you to press the“DOWN”
button and begin programming. If the“DOWN” light goes out before you are nished you need to start over.
2. Press & hold the “DOWN” button, the door travels down. You may use both “UP” or “DOWN”buttons to toggle the door
to the desired DOWN limit position.
3. Once the door is at the desired DOWN limit position, press “LIMIT” button once, “OK” indicator (orange) ashes and
goes o. DOWN limit is set.
Both “UP” and “DOWN” (green and red) indicators are now on, indicating that both UP and DOWN limits are set, and the
opener is ready for Auto Force Adjustment.
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment:
- DO NOT adjust force to compensate binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualied garage
door service person to make necessary adjustments in case of binding.
- DO NOT increase force beyond minimum force required for closing the door. Too much force will
cause improper operation of safety reversal mechanism.
- After ANY adjustments, Safety Reverse Test MUST be performed to ensure the door reverses on
contact with a 1.5” high object (2x4 laid at).

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2 sec
Auto Force Adjustment
WARNING
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
- DO NOT adjust force to compensate binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualied garage
door service technician to make necessary adjustments in case of binding.
- DO NOT increase force beyond minimum force required for closing the door. Too much force will
cause improper operation of safety reversal mechanism.
- After ANY adjustments, Safety Reverse Test MUST be performed to ensure the door reverses on
contact with a 1.5” high object (2x4 laid at).
Following the limit-setting, the unit is now ready to automatically adjust the forces for opening and closing the door.
Proceed with the following steps to complete adjustment.
1. With both“UP” and “DOWN” indicators ON, after Travel Limit Adjustment, press the “FORCE” button once to enter
Auto Force Adjustment.
2. The door will travel up automatically (image 1) and stop at UP limit for 2 seconds (image 2). Door will then travel down
automatically (image 3) and stop at down limit (image 4).
3. The “OK”indicator (orange) will ash, three beeps will be heard, indicating the completion of the Auto Force Learn
sequence. The limit and force programming has been completed.
Flashes and 3
beeps

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1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) solid object
Beeps upon
contact
Emitter Sensor
Green LED
Flashes Red LED
OFF
20 beeps and
reverses upon
obstruction
Final Adjustments and Testing
WARNING
Testing the Safety Reverse System
The Safety Reverse System prevents the door from closing when an obstruction is present.
1. Open the door by using the Door Control Console.
2. Place a 1-1/2”(3.8cm) thick solid object (or 2x4 laid at) on oor under the center of garage door.
3. Keeping the door in sight, use the Door Control Console to close the door.
4. The door MUST REVERSE and beep within 1.5 seconds upon striking the object , and stop at the full open position.
5. The Safety Reverse System works properly and the opener is ready to use.
If the door fails to reverse upon contact with obstruction, adjust the Opener as follows:
The travel distance maybe inadequate, slightly increase the DOWN limit.
Conduct the test again. If the door reverses on contact, remove the object and run at least 3 COMPLETE travel cycles to
ensure proper adjustment.
If the opener still fails the Safety Reverse Test, call a qualied technician for door adjustment.
Testing the Photo Eye Safety System
1. Open the door by using the Door Control Console.
2. Make sure both Photo Eyes steadily emit the green and red indicator lights. (If not, check alignment).
3. Place an object under the door about 8” (20cm) high by 12”(30cm) wide (the opener carton can be used).
4. The green indicator light on the emitter eye should ash.
5. The red indicator light on the sensor eye should be dimmed.
6. Keep the door in sight and use the Door Control Console to try to close the door.
7. The door should NOT move more than 1”(2.5cm) and the opener will beep.
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door:
- The Safety Reversal Test MUST be conducted ONCE A MONTH.
- NO ONE should cross the path of and moving door during operation and/or testing.
- After ANY adjustments to the door system, the Safety Reversal Test MUST be performed to ensure
the door reverses on contact with a 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) thick (2x4 laid at) object.
- The Photo Eye Safety System MUST be properly aligned, and tested regularly.

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Programming Remote Controls
WARNING
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
- Keep remote control and battery out of reach of children.
- NEVER permit children to access the Deluxe Door Control Console or Remote Controls.
- Operate the door ONLY when it is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions present.
- ALWAYS keep a moving door in sight until completely closed. NEVER cross the path of a moving
door.
To reduce risk of re, explosion or electric shock:
- DO NOT short circuit, recharge, disassemble or heat the battery.
- Dispose of batteries properly.
To Program Remote Control (s):
1. Press/release the “LEARN” button once on the control panel, “OK” LED will glow and beep. The unit is now ready to
accept a remote control in the next 30 seconds.
2. Press/release any desired button on the Remote Control.
3. The “OK”LED will ash and beep twice indicating Remote Control is stored successfully.
Up to 20 Remote Controls (including wireless keypad codes) can be added to the unit by repeating the above
procedures.
If more than 20 Remote Controls are stored, the rst stored Remote Control will be replaced. (i.e. the 21st Remote
Control replaces the 1st stored Remote Control).
Removing ALL Remote Controls:
To remove ALL Remote Controls from memory, press and hold the “LEARN” button for 3 seconds. The “OK” LED will ash
and beep 3 times indicating ALL Remote Controls have been removed from memory.
Replacing Remote Control Battery:
When the battery of the Remote Control is low, indicator light will become dim and /or the range of the Remote Control
will decrease. To replace the battery, pry open the Remote Control using the visor clip or small screwdriver. Replace with a
CR2032 battery. Snap the housing back together.
This device complies FCC Rules for HOME
OR OFFICE USE. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Battery
PCB
Coin Cell
Battery Holder

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Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death:
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Never let children operate or play with door controls. Keep the remote control away from children.
3. Always keep the moving door in sight and away from people and objects until it is completely
closed. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING DOOR.
4. NEVER GO UNDER A STOPPED, PARTIALLY OPEN DOOR.
5. Test door opener monthly. The garage door MUST reverse on contact with a 1-1/2-inch high object
(or a 2 by 4 board laid at) on the oor. After adjusting either the force or the limit of travel, retest
the door opener. Failure to adjust the opener properly increases the risk of severe injury or death.
6. Use the emergency release only when the door is closed. Use caution when using this release
with the door open. Weak or broken springs are capable of increasing the rate of door closure and
increasing the risk of severe injury or death.
7. KEEP GARAGE DOORS PROPERLY BALANCED. See owner’s manual. An improperly balanced door
increases the risk of severe injury or death. Have a qualied service technician make repairs to
cables, spring assemblies, and other hardware.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Deluxe Door
Control
Invisible Light Beam
Photo Eye
Safety System
Photo Eye
Safety System
Door
Lock
Controls Operation
Press and release the large “ACTUATOR” button on the door control, the door will begin to
move the door as follows:
• Open from closed position or close from opened.
• Stops the door while it is closing.
• Stops the door while it is opening.
Remote distance up to 100 feet in open eld.
For safety concerns, the handheld remote control WILL NOT work if the photo eye safety
system is not properly installed and aligned or if vacation lock is activated.
Activating the Opener
Battery
Backup
Operating the Opener
WARNING
To Prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
- READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND LABELS.
- Keep Remote Control and battery out of reach of children.
- NEVER permit children to access the Door Control Console, Push Button or Remote Controls.
- Operate the door ONLY when it is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions and is in clear sight.
- ALWAYS keep a moving door in sight until completely closed. NEVER cross the path of a moving door.
- If Travel Limit adjustments are made, a Force Adjustment may also be needed.
- After ANY adjustments, the Safety Reverse Test MUST be performed to ensure the door reverses on contact
with a 1-1/2”thick object (2x4 laid at).
- ALWAYS ensure that your door is balanced and in good working condition.