Allstar MVP Owner's Manual

	As of date of manufacture,
	meets all ANSI/UL 325 Safety
	Requirements for Vehicular
By	Garage Door Openers

Residential Vehicular Garage Door Operator

MODELS: MVP and MVP-SQ

I N S T A L L A T I O N A N D O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L

INSTALLER: Place this manual in the plastic envelope provided and permanently attach to the wall near the pushbutton.

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R EAD THIS MAN U AL CA REFUL LY BEFORE IN STALL ATION OR US E

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Features....................................................	2	FCC and IC Radio Operation Statement ......	12
Tools Required/Component Identification.....	2 & 3	Installation of Safe Finish Photosystem.......	13
Assembly Instructions ...........................................	3	Installation Checklist.....................................	14
Identify Your Door Type.........................................	4	Operation and Adjustment Instructions............	15
Important Installation Instructions........................	5	Important Safety Instructions .......................	15
Installing the Opener..............................................	6	Basic Operating Parameters.........................	15
Mounting the Front Bracket ............................	6	Testing the Limit Settings .............................	16
Mounting the Power Head...............................	7	Testing the Sensitivity...................................	16
Using the Manual Release Mechanism...........	7	Testing the Reversing System......................	16
Door Arm Installation ......................................	8	Testing the Safe Finish Photosystem...........	17
Power Requirements/Permanent Wiring ........	9	Operating the Super Station Wall Station ....	17
Control and Auxiliary Equipment ........................	10	Wiring Diagram.....................................................	18
Standard Wall Push Button Installation .......	10	Auxiliary Equipment Wiring Diagram..................	19
Installation of the Super Station ...................	10	Troubleshooting Guide ........................................	19
Remote Control Radio System .....................	11	Warranty Statement..............................................	20

READ THESE STATEMENTS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS CLOSELY

The Warning and Caution boxes throughout this manual are there to protect you and your equipment. Pay close attention to these boxes as you follow the manual.

WARNING	CAUTION	WARNING	CAUTION
Indicates a	Indicates a MECHANICAL	Indicates an	Indicates an ELECTRICAL
MECHANICAL	hazard of DAMAGE to the	ELECTRICAL hazard	hazard of DAMAGE to the
hazard of INJURY	door, door opener, or	of INJURY OR	door, door opener, or
OR DEATH. Gives	equipment. Gives	DEATH. Gives	equipment. Gives
instructions to avoid	instructions to avoid the	instructions to avoid	instructions to avoid the
the hazard.	hazard.	the hazard.	hazard.

	PRODUCT FEATURES			2
	The purpose of this booklet is to provide assembly,		Manual Release: A pull cord allows separation of
	installation and operation information concerning the		the drive mechanism and manual operation of the
	herein described Residential Garage Door Opener and		door when desired, as in the event of a power failure.
	related Accessory Products.		(Page 7)
	NOTICE		Automatic Reconnection: Once power is restored,
	IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS INSTRUCTION		or automatic operation of the door is again desired,
			initiating operation in the normal manner (Push
	MANUAL BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD
			Button, Radio Control, etc.) will effect automatic
	COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLATION OR
			reconnection of the Manual Release Mechanism.
	OPERATION IS ATTEMPTED.
			(Page 7)
	NOTICE
			Alternating Action Operation: The mechanical
	THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND
			wall pushbutton functions in an Open/Stop/Close/
	INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL CANNOT		Stop & Reverse mode in normal operation. (Page 15)
	COVER ALL POSSIBLE CONDITIONS AND		Sensing System: A built-in sensing system detects
	SITUATIONS WHICH MAY OCCUR DURING
			obstructions during door operation. If in the
	ITS USE. IT MUST BE UNDERSTOOD THAT
			downward (close) travel mode, the opener will sense
	COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION MUST BE
			an obstruction and reverse the direction of the door.
	EXERCISED BY THE PERSON(S) INSTALLING,
			In the open mode, the opener will stop. Since all
	MAINTAINING AND OPERATING THE
			doors are different, the Sensing System has
	EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED HEREIN. DO NOT
			independent adjustments for customizing the level of
	USE THIS EQUIPMENT FOR ANY OTHER
			force required for the normal opening and closing of
	THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE - OPERATING
			specified doors. ( Page 16)
	OVERHEAD GARAGE DOORS.
			Close Limit Switch: In winter months it's common
	STANDARD FEATURES:
			for small pieces of ice or packed snow to be trapped
	Digital Radio Controls: This opener is equipped with
			under the door. Ground swelling can also effect the
	a transmitter pre-programmed to one of over nineteen		close limit setting of the opener. The opener’s Close
	thousand private codes. The transmitter can be re-		Limit Switch overrides the Sensing System during
	programmed without difficulty using the external		the last one inch of closing travel and prevents the
	operation buttons. The power head is easily		door from reversing if it encounters an obstruction at
	programmed to accept the transmitter signal.		this point.
	(Page 11)		Constant Contact To Close Operation: For utmost
	Safe Finish™ Photosystem: An invisible infrared
			safety and security, the operation mode allows
	beam of light guards the door opening and reverses a		constant contact on the mechanical Push Button to
	downward moving door if the beam is broken by a		close the door if the Safe Finish™ Photosystem
	stationary or moving object. The opener’s motor		beam becomes misaligned or if there is an
	control circuitry constantly monitors the Safe Finish		irregularity in the wiring to the device. In this mode
	Photosystem for proper operation.		of operation, a Radio Transmitter cannot be used to
	Super Station (Deluxe Wall Push Button): A		close the door.
	feature-packed accessory unit, the Super Station allows		OPTIONAL FEATURES:
	access to all of the opener's functions. Independent		Wireless Keyless Entry System: A tamper resistant
	Open, Close, and Stop buttons permits full control of
			outdoor keypad, the optional Wireless Keyless Entry
	the door’s operation. The opener's built-in light can be
			System permits entry to the garage without use of
	turned on or off independent of door operation. A
			key or radio transmitter. Easily programmable, it
	Learn Enable button allows programming of the radio
			accommodates a 4 digit PIN code (10,000 possible
	controls at floor level. A Security Switch allows the
			combinations). Lighted Buttons enhance nighttime
	opener to be deactivated for extended periods of time.
			use. The opener has the ability to learn the PIN
	A Security Disable switch is provided if the garage
			codes from two separate Wireless Keyless Entry
	door is the only entryway into the garage. Lighted
			Systems.
	Push Buttons enhance nighttime use. (Page 17)

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
		DRILL
HACKSAW	SOCKETWRENCH	DRILL BITS	1/2” OPEN END
	3/8” SOCKET		WRENCH
HAMMER	7/16” SOCKET

STEPLADDER		SMALL SCREW
	SCREW DRIVER	DRIVER (1/8” HEAD)
		LEVEL
TAPE
WOOD BLOCK MEASURE

3		COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
	DRIVE	DOOR ARM	DOOR ARM ROD
	CHAIN
		TUBE ASSEMBLY
		MASTER
OPENER HEAD UNIT		LINKS
		TEE RAIL
		CHAIN	RADIO
		GUARD
	DOOR MOUNTING		TRANSMITTER
CONTROL WIRE
	BRACKET
SPOOL

			SUPER STATION
		RELEASE	DELUXE WALL
	OPENER		PUSH BUTTON
		ROPE
	HARDWARE	AND KNOB
	BAG		! WARNI NG

	PUSHBUTTON	Child can be pinned under automatic garage
	“WARNING”	• Test door opener monthly:
		door. Death or serious injury can result.
		• Never let child walk or run under moving door.
RUBBER BUMPER		• Never let child use door opener controls.
		• Always keep moving door in sight.
		• If person is pinned, push control button or use
		emergency release.
	LABEL

WALL FRONT TROLLEY MOUNTING IDLER OUTER BRACKET

HALF

SAFE FINISH

PHOTOSYSTEM

PHOTOSYSTEM

HARDWARE

104363	NOTE: The Tee
	Rail/Chain Assembly is
	packaged separately

from the Power Unit. The Inner Trolley half, Front Idler Sprocket, Chain, and Limit Cams are assembled on the Tee Rail at the factory.

Follow the steps outlined below to complete assembly prior to installation. Refer to the component identification illustrations on the previous page.

STEP 1: Protect the Power Unit cover from scratching during assembly by placing it on cardboard. Remove the two 5/16"-18 washered nuts and save them for later use.

STEP 2: Position the Tee Rail/Chain Assembly box near the Power Unit. Open the box and locate the Installation Hardware Packet.

STEP 3: Locate the Outer Trolley half (packaged

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

with the Power Unit) and slide it onto the Tee Rail/ Chain Assembly with the arrow on the Trolley pointing toward the door (Front Idler).

STEP 4: Using a 1/2" wrench, loosen the outer nut on the Chain Tension Bracket until it is at the end of the threaded rod. Remove and discard the small

"S" hook used to keep the chain tight during shipping.

STEP 5: Loop the chain around the Idler and Drive Sprocket on top of the Power Unit and then position the Tee Rail on the studs. Secure with the two nuts removed in Step 1.

Slightly tension the Chain by tightening the outer nut on the Chain Tension Bracket. Remove and discard the tape at each end of the Tee Rail Assembly. After double-checking the Chain's alignment with the Drive Sprocket and Front Idler Wheel, use the inner and outer adjusting nuts on the Chain Tension Bracket to adjust the chain to the proper tension, making sure the chain does not twist. When correctly adjusted, the

Chain should show no droop and be approximately 1/2" above the base of the Tee Rail.

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NOTE: If the chain is too loose or too tight, improper operation and/or excessive sprocket noise may result.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 6: Position the open and close Limit Switch Actuators to accept the Limit Cams on the chain, as shown. Install the Chain Guard by sliding the key-shaped hole onto the groove on the Idler Sprocket Shaft and fully seating the rear hole over the Drive Sprocket Shaft. The Limit Cams are installed at the factory. Their settings should be considered temporary and may be changed as required during installation.

STEP 7: Install the Rubber Bumper into its mounting hole on the Tee Rail (see illustration above for location). Secure the Bumper to the bottom of the Tee Rail using one 5/16"-18 X 1" hex head bolt and

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						CLOSE LIMIT	DOWN LIMIT
						SWITCH		CAM
						ACTUATOR
		CHAIN
		GUARD
	DRIVE
	SPROCKET
	IDLER							104366
	SPROCKET

one 5/16"-18 washered nut (supplied) Tighten the bolt a MAXIMUM of 1.5 turns after the bolt and nut are snug.

MASTER

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STEP 8: Recheck the nuts used to secure the Tee

CHAIN

LINK

Rail to the Power Unit, making sure they are tight.

Recheck the Chain tension, Chain twist, Chain Guard

and the position of both the Close Limit Switch and

OUTER

Open Limit Switch Actuators.

INNER

CHAIN

MASTER

NUT

NUT

LINK

Assembly is now complete and you are ready to begin installation of the opener.

DOOR TYPE IDENTIFICATION

IMPORTANT!

IDENTIFY YOUR DOOR TYPE FROM THOSE ILLUSTRATED BELOW AND

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FOR THAT TYPE OF DOOR

SECTIONAL DOOR				ONE PIECE DOOR
CURVED TRACK				HORIZONTAL TRACK
				JAMB HARDWARE
	HIGH ARC OF
					HIGH ARC OF
	DOOR TRAVEL
					DOOR TRAVEL

	DOOR
	TRACK
TRACK	DOOR
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ONE PIECE DOOR NO TRACK

JAMB HARDWARE

HIGH ARC OF

DOOR TRAVEL

DOOR

JAMB

HARD-

WARE

ONE PIECE DOOR NO TRACK

PIVOT HARDWARE

HIGH ARC OF

DOOR TRAVEL

DOOR
PIVOT	104368

FOR THESE TYPES OF DOORS USE MODEL MVP OR MODEL MVP-SB.

USE 7 FT, 8 FT OR 10 FT RAIL

(MATCH DOOR HEIGHT)

THE MODEL MVP SERIES IN NOT DESIGNED TO OPERATE THESE TYPES OF DOORS

SPRINGS, PULLEYS, CABLES AND MOUNTING

HARDWARE USED TO BALANCE YOUR GARAGE DOOR ARE UNDER EXTREME TENSION AT ALL TIMES AND CAN

WARNING CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH IF DISTURBED. DO NOT ATTEMPT ADJUSTMENT.

5	IMPORTANT INSTALLATION
	INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! TO REDUCE THE

RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS!

AN UNBALANCED DOOR OR ONE THAT STICKS OR BINDS MAY PREVENT THE SENSING SYSTEM FROM WORKING PROPERLY, CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH. ENSURE DOOR IS PROPERLY BALANCED AND ELIMINATE ANY STICKING OR BINDING PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF OPENER. A properly balanced door will open slowly from a 3/4 open position, close slowly from a 3/4 closed position, and remain still at a 1/2 open position. If the door is not properly balanced, HAVE A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON MAKE REPAIRS TO CABLES, SPRING ASSEMBLIES AND OTHER DOOR HARDWARE BEFORE INSTALLING THE OPENER

YOUR GARAGE DOOR IS THE LARGEST MOVING OBJECT IN YOUR HOUSE, THE SPRINGS, PULLEYS, CABLES AND MOUNTING HARDWARE UTILIZED TO BALANCE ITS OPERATION ARE UNDER EXTREME TENSION AT ALL TIMES AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, EVEN DEATH, IF DISTURBED. DO NOT ATTEMPT ADJUSTMENT. CALL A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON TO MOVE, LOOSEN OR ADJUST DOOR SPRINGS OR HARDWARE.

REMOVE ALL ROPES AND REMOVE OR MAKE INOPERATIVE ALL LOCKS CONNECTED TO THE GARAGE DOOR BEFORE INSTALLING THE OPENER.

DO NOT WEAR RINGS, WATCHES OR LOOSE CLOTHING WHILE INSTALLING OR SERVICING GARAGE DOOR OPENERS. WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES OR OTHER PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR.

IF POSSIBLE, INSTALL THE DOOR OPENER 7zFT OR MORE ABOVE THE FLOOR. MOUNT THE EMERGENCY RELEASE 6 FT ABOVE THE FLOOR.

REINFORCE LIGHTWEIGHT FIBERGLASS, ALUMINUM AND STEEL DOOR TOP SECTIONS TO AVOID DAMAGE AND TO INSURE PROPER OPERATION OF THE SAFETY REVERSE SYSTEM. CONTACT YOUR DOOR MANUFACTURER FOR A REINFORCEMENT KIT.

DO NOT CONNECT THE OPENER TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.

CHECK LOCAL BUILDING AND ELECTRICAL CODES FOR MANDATORY INSTALLATION AND WIRING REQUIREMENTS.

CONNECT POWER CORD ONLY TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET. IF PERMANENT WIRING IS REQUIRED BY CODES, DISCONNECT POWER AT FUSE BOX OR CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY WIRING CONNECTIONS.

LOCATE THE CONTROL PUSH BUTTON:

•WITHIN SIGHT OF THE DOOR, AND,

•AT A MINIMUM HEIGHT OF 5 FT SO SMALL CHILDREN CAN'T REACH IT, AND,

•AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS OF THE DOOR.

INSTALL THE ENTRAPMENT WARNING LABEL NEXT TO THE CONTROL PUSH BUTTON IN A PROMINENT LOCATION. INSTALL THE EMERGENCY RELEASE INSTRUCTION CARD, ATTACHING IT ON OR NEXT TO THE EMERGENCY RELEASE.

ADJUST THE SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENTS ENOUGH TO ALLOW THE DOOR TO OPERATE, BUT NOT SO FIRMLY AS TO EXERT EXCESSIVE PRESSURE ON AN OBSTRUCTION BEFORE REVERSING.

AFTER INSTALLING THE OPENER, THE DOOR SHOULD REVERSE WHEN IT CONTACTS A 1-1/2" HIGH OBJECT (A PIECE OF STANDARD 2 X 4 BOARD LAID FLAT) ON THE FLOOR.

INSTALLING THE OPENER

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	CENTERLINE

HORIZONTAL

LINE

VERTICAL

CENTERLINE

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HIGH ARC (RISE)

HORIZONTAL LINE

LAG SCREWS 5/16” X 1-7/8”

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STEP 1: Mounting the Front Bracket — Mark a vertical centerline on the header above the door. By manually raising the door, determine the high arc of the door’s travel (see illustrations on page 4) and using a level, transfer this measurement to the header (see illustration at left). Draw a horizontal line, crossing the previously drawn centerline, at this point. Install the Front Mounting Bracket securely with the lag screws as illustrated below. If necessary, reinforce the header with steel angle iron or wood to ensure a secure mount.

	FRONT MOUNTING BRACKET MUST BE INSTALLED TO A
	STRUCTURAL SUPPORT (STUD) ON THE HEADER WALL.
	FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE SENSING SYSTEM TO
	MALFUNCTION, RESULTING IN ENTRAPMENT, INJURY
WARNING	OR DEATH. REINFORCE HEADER IF NECESSARY USING
	A 2 x 6 AND LAG SCREWS (NOT PROVIDED).

STEP 2: Raise the Tee Rail so that the Front Idler Bracket and Front Mounting Bracket align. Insert bolt and tighten nut loosely for now. Later in the installation, this nut must be tightened securely.

STEP 3: Raise the Opener and rest the
Power Unit on a ladder or other sturdy support.
Open the door to the full open position. Allow
2" of space between the Tee Rail and the top
section of the door (as shown in the illustration
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