Chamberlain 1215E FS2, 1225E FS2 User Manual

The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196

Owner’s Manual

■ Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully!

■ Fasten the manual near the garage door after installation.

■ Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation.

■ The model number label is located on the front panel of your opener.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER

For Residential Use Only

Model 1215E FS2

Model 1225E FS2

Introduction 2-8

Safety symbol and signal word review........................2

Preparing your garage door ........................................3

Tools needed...............................................................3

Planning ..................................................................4-6

Carton inventory..........................................................7

Hardware inventory .....................................................8

Assembly 9-15

Assemble rail & attach the pulley bracket..............9-10

Install the trolley.........................................................11

Fasten the rail to the motor unit ................................12

Install the chain and sprocket cover ....................13-14

Tighten the chain.......................................................15

Installation 15-28

Installation safety instructions ...................................15

Determine the header bracket location................16-17

Install the header bracket..........................................18

Attach the rail to the header bracket.........................19

Position the opener ...................................................20

Hang the opener .......................................................21

Install the door control...............................................22

Install the lights .........................................................23

Attach the emergency release rope and handle .......23

Electrical requirements..............................................24

Fasten the door bracket.......................................25-26

Connect the door arm to the trolley .....................27-28

Adjustment 29-31

Adjust the travel limits ...............................................29

Adjust the force .........................................................30

Test the safety reversal system.................................31

Operation 32-35

Operation safety instructions ....................................32

Using your garage door opener ................................32

Using the wall-mounted door control ........................33

To open the door manually .......................................33

Care of your garage door opener .............................34

Having a problem?...............................................34-35

Programming 36-37

To add or reprogram a hand-held remote control .....36

To erase all codes .....................................................36

3-Button remote controls...........................................36

To add, reprogram or change

a Keyless Entry PIN ..................................................37

Repair Parts 38

Accessories 39

Service Numbers 40

Warranty 40

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.

Mechanical

Electrical

WARNING

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.

WARNING

CAUTION

To prevent damage to garage door and opener:

• ALWAYS disable locks BEFORE installing and operating the opener.

• ONLY operate garage door opener at 120V, 60 Hz to avoid malfunction and damage.

To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:

• ALWAYS call a trained door systems technician if garage door binds, sticks, or is out of balance. An unbalanced garage door may not reverse when required.

• NEVER try to loosen, move or adjust garage door, door springs, cables, pulleys, brackets or their hardware, all of which are under EXTREME tension.

• Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage door opener to avoid entanglement.

Preparing your garage door

Before you begin:

• Disable locks.

• Remove any ropes connected to garage door.

• Complete the following test to make sure your

garage door is balanced and is not sticking or binding:

1. Lift the door about halfway as shown. Release the door. If balanced, it should stay in place, supported entirely by its springs.

2. Raise and lower the door to see if there is any binding or sticking.

If your door binds, sticks, or is out of balance, call a trained door systems technician.

Tools needed

During assembly, installation and adjustment of the opener, instructions will call for hand tools as illustrated below.

WARNING

Sectional Door

One-Piece Door

WARNING

CAUTION

Carpenter's Level (Optional)

Drill

Tape Measure

4 mm, 5 mm and 8 mm Drill Bits

Pencil

Hack Saw

Wire Cutters

Claw Hammer

Pliers

Stepladder

Sockets and Wrench

Screwdriver

Adjustable End Wrench

SECTIONAL DOOR INSTALLATION

Planning

Identify the type and height of your garage door. Survey your garage area to see if any of the conditions below apply to your installation. Additional materials may be required. You may find it helpful to refer back to this page and the accompanying illustrations as you proceed with the installation of your opener.

Depending on your requirements, there are several installation steps which may call for materials or hardware not included in the carton.

• Installation Step 1 – Look at the wall or ceiling above the garage door. The header bracket must be securely fastened to structural supports.

• Installation Step 5 – Do you have a finished ceiling in your garage? If so, a support bracket and additional fastening hardware may be required.

• Do you have an access door in addition to the garage door? If not, Model 1702E Outside Quick Release is required. See Accessories page.

• Look at the garage door where it meets the floor. Any gap between the floor and the bottom of the door must not exceed 6 mm. Otherwise, the safety reversal system may not work properly. See Adjustment Step 3. Floor or door should be repaired.

SECTIONAL DOOR INSTALLATIONS

• Do you have a steel, aluminum, fiberglass or glass panel door? If so, horizontal and vertical reinforcement is required (Installation Step 10).

• The opener should be installed above the center of the door. If there is a torsion spring or center bearing plate in the way of the header bracket, it may be installed within 1.2 m to the left or right of the door center. See Installation Steps 1 and 10.

Horizontal and vertical reinforcement is needed for lightweight garage doors (fiberglass, steel, aluminum, door with glass panels, etc.). See page 25 for details.

Header Wall

— — — — — — — —

Vertical Centerline of Garage Door

Slack in chain tension is normal when garage door is closed

Torsion Spring

Wallmounted Door Control

Extension Spring

Access Door

FINISHED CEILING

Support bracket & fastening hardware is required. See page 21.

Header Bracket

Garage Door Spring

Chain Pulley Bracket

Motor unit

CLOSED POSITION

Trolley

Safety Reversing Sensor

(Optional Accessory)

Gap between floor and bottom of door must not exceed 6 mm.

Safety Reversing Sensor

(Optional Accessory)

Header Wall

Garage Door

Door Bracket

Straight Door Arm

Curved Door Arm

Emergency Release Rope & Handle

Planning (Continued)

ONE-PIECE DOOR INSTALLATIONS

• Generally, a one-piece door does not require reinforcement. If your door is lightweight, refer to the information relating to sectional doors in Installation Step 10.

• Depending on your door’s construction, you may need additional mounting hardware for the door bracket (Step 10).

Without a properly working safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door.

• The gap between the bottom of the garage door and the floor MUST NOT exceed 6 mm. Otherwise, the safety reversal system may not work properly.

• The floor or the garage door MUST be repaired to eliminate the gap.

WARNING

ONE-PIECE DOOR WITHOUT TRACK

ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK

CLOSED POSITION

WARNING

Slack in Chain Tension is Normal Garage Door is Closed

Header Wall

Safety Reversing Sensor

Gap between floor and bottom Safety Reversing Sensor (Optional Accessory)

of door must not exceed 6 mm.

(Optional Accessory)

When

Access Door

FINISHED CEILI

Support

bracket & fastening hard

ware is re

See page 21.

Wall-mo

unted

Door Control

Garage

quired.

Header

Wall

Door

Header Bracket

Bracket

Garage

Door

Spring

Door Bracket

Motor Unit

Chain

Pulley

Trolley

Straight

Door

Arm

Curved

Door

Arm

Chain

Manual

Release

Rope & Handle

Gap between floor and bottom of door

Safety Reversing Sensor (Optional Accessory)

must not exceed 6 mm

Access Door

Safety Reversing Sensor (Optional Accessory)

WallMounted Door Control

Header Wall

Garage Door

CLOSED POSITION

Cable Pulley Bracket

Header Bracket

Door Bracket

Trolley

Curved

Door Arm

Straight Door Arm

Emergency Release Rope & Handle

Chain

Rail

SLIDING GATE INSTALLATION

SWINGING GATE INSTALLATION

Planning (Continued)

GATE INSTALLATIONS

• It is recommended that you attach fine mesh or screening across the inside of swinging or sliding gates in order to prevent intruders from reaching through the bars and releasing the trolley from the door arm or pressing the door control button.

• The opener must be protected from rain and/or moisture.

Without a properly working safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing gate.

• Activate gate ONLY when the gate is in full view and free from any obstructions.

• ALWAYS keep gate in sight until completely closed. NEVER permit anyone to cross the path of the moving gate.

• ALWAYS keep gate in good repair and make sure it moves freely. An improperly maintained gate may not reverse when required and could result in SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY or DEATH.

WARNING

Safety Reversing Sensor (Optional Accessory)

Header Wall

Safety Reversing Sensor (Optional Accessory)

Your garage door opener is packaged in two cartons which contains the motor unit and the parts illustrated below. Note that accessories will depend on the model purchased. If anything is missing, carefully check the packing material.

Parts may be stuck in the foam. Hardware for assembly and installation is shown on the next page. Save the carton and packing material until installation and adjustment is complete.

Carton Inventory

Model 1225E Only Model 1215E Only

Model 1215E

Model 1225E

Model 1225E Only Model 1215E Only

Model 1220E Only

LIGHT

41A5276-14 Multi-Function Door Control

1B3117 Rail Center Section

183B110 Rail End Section (each)

Model 1210E Only

41A5577-1 Lighted Door Control Button

Model 1220E Only

Model 1210E

971-315LM SECURITY✚ Single-Button Remote Control Transmitter (2)

41A4353 Header Bracket

Model 1210E Only

Motor Unit and Light Lens

Model 1220E

Motor Unit with 2 Light Lenses

41B4494-1 2-Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red

41A3489 Trolley

41A3611-2 Chain in Dispensing Carton

41A4208 Chain Spreader and Screws

12B350 Hanging Brackets

Chain Pulley Bracket 41A2780

31D380 Sprocket Cover

178B35 Curved Door Arm Section

41A5047 Door Bracket

Safety Labels

Literature

178B34 Straight Door Arm Section

and

Hardware Inventory

Separate all hardware and group as shown below for the assembly and installation procedures.

Assembly Hardware 41A3534

Washered Bolt 5/16"-18x1/2" (2) (mounted in opener)

Lag Screw 5/16"-9x1-5/8" (4)

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8" (3)

Trolley Threaded Shaft (1)

Installation Hardware 41A3535

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8" (4)

Nut 5/16"-18 (5)

Nut 5/16"-18 (6)

Carriage Bolt 1/4"-20x1/2" (12)

Lock Washer 5/16" (4)

Master Link (2)

Lock Washer 5/16" (6)

Lock Nut 1/4"-20x7/16" (12)

Carriage Bolt 5/16"-18x2-1/2" (2)

Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" (1)

Screw 6ABx1-1/4" (2)

Clevis Pin 5/16"x1" (2)

Ring Fastener (3)

Drywall Anchors (2)

NOTICE

Handle

Rope

Insulated Staples (10)

ASSEMBLY STEP 1

For Sectional and One-Piece Doors ONLY Assemble the Rail and Attach the Chain Pulley Bracket

To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the garage door opener until instructed to do so.

1. Place the 3 rail sections on a flat surface for assembly. The end sections are identical. The center section must be positioned with the braces against the end sections as shown. Make sure the "directional arrow" on the center section is pointing toward the front (to door). Study the illustration carefully.

2. Bolt rail sections together with the hardware illustrated and from the direction indicated. (When assembled, rail has a front-to-back position as shown.)

NOTE: If rail is not assembled exactly as shown, trolley will not travel smoothly along length of rail or it will hit against nuts.

3. Position the chain pulley bracket on the front end of the rail as shown. Fasten securely with the hardware provided.

NOTE: When tightening the bolts be sure to keep bracket parallel to the rail. Otherwise, the rail may bow when the opener is operated.

Rail (Center Section)

1/4'' Lock Nut

RAIL FRONT (TO DOOR)

Chain pulley bracket attaches to FRONT END of Rail

Rail (End Section)

RAIL BACK (TO OPENER)

Rail (End Section)

Carriage Bolt 1/4"-20x1/2"

Brace

Square Carriage Bolt Holes

AGE D

11 mm Socket Wrench

13 mm Socket Wrench

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"

Lock Nut 1/4"-20

Nut 5/16"-18

Carriage Bolts 1/4"-20x1/2"

Lock Washer 5/16"

Chain Pulley Bracket

Lock Washer 5/16"

Hex Bolts 5/16"-18x7/8"

Rail Bracket & Rail Must Be Aligned

Nut 5/16"

ASSEMBLY STEP 1

For Sliding and Swinging Gates ONLY Assemble the Rail and Attach the Chain Pulley Bracket

To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the garage door opener until instructed to do so.

1. Place the 3 rail sections on a flat surface for assembly. The end sections are identical. Make sure the "arrow label" on the center section is pointing in the direction shown in the illustration.

2. Connect the center section and the 1/4" lock nuts to the end sections from the same side, as shown.

NOTE: If rail is not assembled exactly as shown, trolley will not travel smoothly along length of rail or it will hit against nuts.

3. Insert the carriage bolts from the opposite side of the end sections. Tighten the nuts. When assembled, rail has a front-to-back position as shown.

4. Position the chain pulley bracket on the front end of the rail as shown. Fasten securely with the hardware provided.

NOTE: When tightening the bolts be sure to keep bracket parallel to the rail. Otherwise, the rail may bow when the opener is operated.

Rail (Center Section)

1/4'' Lock Nut

Chain pulley bracket attaches to this end of Rail

Rail (End Section)

Carriage Bolt 1/4"-20x1/2"

Brace

Square Carriage Bolt Holes

TO GARAGE DOOR

AWAY FROM OPENER

Brace

Rail (End Section)

Rail connects to opener at this end.

Tuerca de 1/4"

Riel (SecciÛn Extrema)

El sostÈn de la polea del cable se fija a este extremo del riel.

13 mm Socket Wrench

11 mm Socket Wrench

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"

Lock Nut 1/4"-20

Nut 5/16"-18

Carriage Bolts 1/4"-20x1/2"

Lock Washer 5/16"

Hex Bolts 5/16"-18x7/8"

Rail Bracket & Rail Must Be Aligned

Nut 5/16"

Chain Pulley Bracket

Lock Washer 5/16"

ASSEMBLY STEP 2

For Sectional and One-Piece Doors Only Install the Trolley

• Attach the trolley threaded shaft to the trolley with the lock washer and nuts as shown.

• As a temporary stop, insert a screwdriver into the hole in the front end of the rail.

• Slide the trolley assembly along the rail to the screwdriver stop.

NOTE: If trolley hits against any nuts on the rail, the bolts and nuts were attached from the wrong side and must be repositioned. Review Assembly Step 1.

Trolley Threaded Shaft

Lock Washer 5/16"

Outer Nut 5/16"

Inner Nut 5/16"

Trolley

Temporary Stop Screwdriver

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

ASSEMBLY STEP 2

For Sliding and Swinging Gates Only Install the Trolley

• Attach the trolley threaded shaft to the trolley with the lock washer and nuts as shown.

• Insert a hex bolt into the hole in the front end of the rail.

• Slide the trolley assembly along the rail until it rests against the hex bolt (trolley stop).

NOTE: If trolley hits against any nuts on the rail, the bolts and nuts were attached from the wrong side and must be repositioned. Review Assembly Step 1.

Outer Nut 5/16"

Trolley Threaded Shaft

Lock Washer 5/16"

Inner Nut 5/16"

TO GARAGE DOOR

Hex Bolt Trolley Stop

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"

Nut 5/16"-18

Lock Washer 5/16"

Cable Pulley Bracket

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

Lock Washer 5/16"

Nut 5/16"-18

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"

Nut 5/16"-18

Lockwasher 5/16"

ASSEMBLY STEP 3

Fasten the Rail to the Motor Unit

• Place the opener on packing material to protect the cover. For convenience, put a support under the chain pulley bracket.

• Remove the two 5/16"-18x1/2" washered bolts mounted in the top of the motor unit.

• Align the holes in the back section of the rail with the holes in the motor unit.

• Fasten the rail with the two washered bolts previously removed. Tighten securely. Remember

to use only these bolts! Any other bolts will cause serious damage to the opener.

• Insert a 5/16"-18x7/8" hex bolt into the cover protection bolt hole in the rail as shown. Tighten securely with a 5/16" lock washer and nut.

NOTE: This bolt prevents trolley over-travel. Keep a 25 mm minimum between the trolley and this bolt when adjusting travel limits (see page 29).

Model 1225E Only: Attach chain spreader with #8x1" hex screws and washers as shown.

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

To avoid serious damage to opener, ONLY use bolts/fasteners mounted in top of motor unit.

WARNING

MODEL 1225E ONLY

CAUTION

#8x1" Hex Screws

Chain Spreader

Washered Bolt 5/16"-18x1/2"

Cover Protection Bolt Hole

Rail (Back Section)

Lock Washer 5/16"

Nut 5/16"-18

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"

Washers

USE ONLY THIS TYPE AND SIZE BOLT

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18 x 7/8"

Nut 5/16"-18 Lock Washer 5/16"

ASSEMBLY STEP 4

For Sectional and One-Piece Doors Only Install the Chain and Attach the Sprocket Cover

INSTALLING THE CHAIN

1. Dispense a few inches of chain from carton and fasten to trolley with a master link from the hardware bag. (Figure 1).

• Push pins of master link

bar through chain link and hole in front end of trolley.

• Push master link cap over pins and past pin

notches.

• Slide clip-on spring over cap and onto pin

notches until both pins are securely locked in place.

2. With the trolley against the screwdriver, dispense the chain around the pulley.

3. Model 1215E:

• Continue along the rail and around the motor unit

sprocket (Figure 2). The sprocket teeth must engage the chain. Continue forward to the trolley threaded shaft.

Model 1225E:

• Continue along the rail and around the motor unit

sprocket (Figure 2). Proceed back around the correct groove in the chain spreader (Figure 3). The sprocket teeth must engage the chain.

4. Use the second master link to connect the chain to the flat end of the shaft (Figure 1). Check to make

sure the chain is not twisted.

5. Remove the screwdriver.

ATTACHING THE SPROCKET COVER 1215E ONLY

Insert the back tab in the slot on the back of the mounting plate. Squeeze the cover slightly and insert the front tab (Figure 4).

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.

WARNING

Figure 2

Figure 4

Figure 1

Figure 3

One-Piece Doors

6-Tooth Sprocket Application (Model 1225E)

Sectional Doors

8-Tooth Sprocket Application (Model 1225E)

(6-tooth sprocket can be used if slower travel speed

is desired.)

Keep Chain Taut When Dispensing

Leave Chain & Cable Inside Carton to Prevent Kinking

WARNING

Master Link Clip-On Spring

Master Link Cap

Trolley

Flat End of Trolley

Install Chain In This Direction

Chain Pulley Bracket

Master Link Bar

Chain Spreader

Install Chain In This Direction

Flat End of Threaded Shaft

Pin Notch

Motor Unit Sprocket

Front Tab Slot

Sprocket Cover

Mounting Plate

Back Tab Slot

Top of Motor Unit

Chain Spreader

6-Tooth Sprocket

Opener Mounting Plate

Chain Spreader

8-Tooth Sprocket

Opener Mounting Plate

ASSEMBLY STEP 4

For Sliding and Swinging Gates Only Install the Chain and Attach the Sprocket Cover

INSTALLING THE CHAIN

1. Dispense a few inches of chain from carton and fasten to trolley with a master link from the hardware bag. (Figure 1).

• Push pins of master link

bar through chain link and hole in front end of trolley.

• Push master link cap over pins and past pin

notches.

• Slide clip-on spring over cap and onto pin notches

until both pins are securely locked in place.

2. To prevent the trolley from jamming against the opener during operation, position trolley 5 to 15 cm from the stop hole as shown. Then dispense the chain around the opener sprocket (Figure 1). Make sure the sprocket teeth engage the chain.

• Proceed around to the pulley bracket and forward

to the threaded trolley shaft.

3. Use the second master link to connect the chain to the flat end of the shaft (Figure 1). Check to make

sure the chain is not twisted.

ATTACHING THE SPROCKET COVER 1215E ONLY

Insert the back tab in the slot on the back of the mounting plate. Squeeze the cover slightly and insert the front tab.

To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY to fingers from moving opener:

• ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating opener.

• Securely attach sprocket cover BEFORE operating.

WARNING

Sprocket

Motor Unit

Back Tab Slot

Mounting Plate

Install Chain in this Direction

Master Link Pin

Master Link Clip-On Spring

Flat End of Trolley

Trolley

Pin Notch

Flat End of Threaded Shaft

Master Link Cap

Rail

Master Link Cap

Chain

Back Tab

Sprocket Cover

Chain Link

Trolley Stop (Hex Bolt)

5-15 cm

Pin Notch

Master Link Pin

Chain Link

Figure 1

Keep Chain Taut When Dispensing

Leave Chain & Cable Inside Carton to Prevent Kinking

WARNING

ASSEMBLY STEP 5

Tighten the Chain

• Spin the inner nut and lock washer down the trolley threaded shaft, away from the trolley.

• To tighten the chain, turn outer nut in the direction shown. AS YOU TURN THE NUT, KEEP THE CHAIN FROM TWISTING.

• When the chain is approximately 13 mm above the base of the rail at its midpoint, re-tighten the inner nut to secure the adjustment.

Sprocket noise can result if chain is either too loose or too tight.

NOTE: When installation is complete, you may notice some chain droop with the door closed. This is normal. If the chain returns to the position shown when the door is open, do not re-adjust the chain.

NOTE: During future maintenance, ALWAYS pull the emergency release handle to disconnect trolley before adjusting chain.

You have now finished assembling your garage door opener. Please read the following warnings before proceeding to the installation section.

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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 2.1 m or more above floor.

6. Mount emergency release handle 1.8 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 1.5 m

• away from all moving parts of the door.

10. Place entrapment warning label on wall next to garage door control.

11. Place manual release/safety reverse test label in plain view on inside of garage door.

12. Upon completion of installation, test safety reversal system. Door MUST reverse on contact with a 38 mm obstruction on the floor.

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

WARNING

INSTALLATION

Outer Nut

To Tighten Outer Nut

Chain

Base of Rail

Lock Washer

13 mm

Inner Nut

To Tighten Inner Nut

WARNING

INSTALLATION STEP 1

Determine the Header Bracket Location

Installation procedures vary according to garage door types. Follow the instructions which apply to your door.

If your door is a canopy or dual-track style garage door, a door arm conversion kit is REQUIRED. Follow the installation instructions included with the replacement door arm sectional.

SECTIONAL DOOR AND ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK

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 1.2 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 17) when clearance is minimal. (It may be mounted on the wall upside down if necessary, to gain approximately 1 cm.)

If you need to install the header bracket on a 38 mm board (on wall or ceiling), use lag screws (not provided) to securely fasten the 38 mm board to structural supports as shown here and on page 17.

3. Open your door to the highest point of travel as shown. Draw an intersecting horizontal line on the header wall 5 cm above the high point. This height will provide travel clearance for the top edge of the door.

Proceed to Step 2, page 18.

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 38 mm board 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.

WARNING

Garage Exterior

Track

Header Wall

Ceiling

Header

Track

Wall

Highest Point of Travel

Door

SECTIONAL DOOR WITH CURVED TRACK

Track

Highest Point of Travel

Door

Header Wall

ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH HORIZONTAL & VERTICAL TRACK

Vertical Centerline of Garage Door

Door

Track

Finished Ceiling

38 mm

Structural

Board

Supports

Header Wall

Highest Point of Travel

Track

Jamb Hardware

ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH HORIZONTAL TRACK & JAMB HARDWARE

Highest Point

of Travel Header Wall

CANOPY ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH VERTICAL TRACK

Door

EXAMPLE

Distance from top of door

(at highest point of travel) to floor ..........234 cm

Actual height of door.............................-224 cm

Remainder................................................10 cm

Add.........................................................+20 cm

Bracket height on header wall................=30 cm

(Measure UP from top of CLOSED door.)

Proceed to Step 2, page 18.

ONE-PIECE DOOR WITHOUT TRACK

1. Close the door and mark the inside vertical centerline of your garage door. Extend the line onto the header wall above door, as shown.

If headroom clearance is minimal, you can install the header bracket on the ceiling. See page 18.

If you need to install the header bracket on a 38 mm board (on wall or ceiling), use lag screws (not provided) to securely fasten the 38 mm board to structural supports as shown.

2. Open your door to the highest point of travel as shown. Measure the distance from the top of the door to the floor. Subtract the actual height of the door. Add 20 cm to the remainder. (See Example).

3. Close the door and draw an intersecting horizontal line on the header wall at the determined height.

NOTE: If the total number of centimeters exceeds the height available in your garage, use the maximum height possible, or refer to page 18 for ceiling installation.

One-piece door without track: pivot hardware

One-piece door without track: jamb hardware

Header Wall

Door

Jamb Hardware

Unfinished Ceiling

Vertical Centerline

Header Wall

38 mm Board

Vertical Centerline of Garage Door

Highest Point of Travel

Distance

Structural Supports

38 mm Board

CEILING MOUNT

HEADER BRACKET

OPTIONAL

FOR

Door

Floor

Header Wall

Pivot

Highest Point of Travel

Distance

Floor

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 5 mm pilot holes and fasten the bracket securely to a structural support with the hardware provided.

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

CEILING MOUNT ONLY

Ceiling Mounting Holes

The nail hole is for positioning only. You must use lag screws to mount the header bracket.

Lag Screws 5/16"-9x1-5/8"

Garage Door

Header Wall

- Finished Ceiling -

Header Bracket

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 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 5 mm pilot holes and fasten bracket securely to a structural support with the hardware provided.

Lag Screw 5/16"-9x1-5/8"

Wall Mounting Holes

CEILING MOUNT ONLY

Optional Wall Mounting Holes

Header Wall

38 mm Board

Highest Point of Garage Door Travel

Header Bracket

The nail hole is for positioning only. You must use lag screws to mount the header bracket.

L ON

Door Spring

Garage Door

Vertical Centerline of Garage Door

Lag Screws 5/16"x9x1-5/8"

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

Header Wall

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.

Header Bracket

Chain Pulley Bracket

Ring Fastener

Rail

Header Bracket

Garage Door

Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4"

Chain Pulley Bracket

Rail

Temporary Support

Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4"

Ring Fastener

ONE-PIECE DOOR WITHOUT TRACK

• With the door fully open and parallel to the floor, measure the distance from the floor to the top of the door.

• Using a stepladder as a support, raise the top of the opener to this height.

• The top of the door should be level with the top of the motor unit. Do not position the opener more than 5 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 38 mm board is convenient for setting an ideal door-to-rail distance.

• 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 38 mm board 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 11 is completed.

To prevent damage to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 38 mm board placed on top section of door.

WARNING

CAUTION

Header Bracket

Door

Rail

38 mm Board

Trolley Release Arm

ENGAGED

RELEASED

Header Bracket

Top of Door

Top of Motor Unit

INSTALLATION STEP 5

Hang the Opener

Two representative installations are shown. Yours may be different. Hanging brackets should be angled (Figure 1) to provide rigid support. On finished ceilings (Figure 2), 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 5 mm 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 38 mm board. 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.

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.

Figure 1

Figure 2

WARNING

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

13 mm Socket Wrench

WARNING

Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8" Lock Washer 5/16" Nut 5/16"-18

Bracket (Not Provided)

Measure Distance

Hidden Support

— FINISHED CEILING —

Lag Screws 5/16"-18x1-7/8"

Structural Supports

Lag Screws 5/16"-18x1-7/8"

Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8"

Lag Screw 5/16"-18x1-7/8"

Nut 5/16"-18

Lock Washer 5/16"

Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8" Lock Washer 5/16" Nut 5/16"-18

(Not Provided) Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8" Lock Washer 5/16" Nut 5/16"-18

Figure 4 REMOVE COVER

INSTALLATION STEP 6

Install the Door Control

Locate door control within sight of the door at a minimum height of 1.5 m where small children cannot reach, and away from moving parts of the door and door hardware. The installation surface must be smooth and flat. If installing into drywall (Figure 1), drill 4 mm 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 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 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 2 and white/red wire to the 1 (Figure 3).

Model 1215E - Lighted door control:

Remove the

cover from the Lighted Door Control.

Fasten to wall

with 6ABx1-1/2" self-tapping screws (Figure 4)

Model 1225E - Multi-function door control:

Remove white cover by gently prying at slot in top of the cover with a small flat head screwdriver. 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 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.

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 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.

WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ACCESSORIES

The Protector System

: To opener terminals: White to

White and Black to grey. Outside Keylock Accessory connections: To opener

terminals: Red/white to Red and White to White.

RED

WHT

Bell Wire

Terminal Screws

Bottom Mounting Hole

Top Mounting Hole

-2

RED

-1

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

Figure 3 DOOR CONTROL (BACK)

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 1.5 m, and away from all moving parts of door.

• NEVER permit children to operate or play with door control push buttons or remote control transmitters.

• Activate door ONLY when it can be seen clearly, is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions to door travel.

• ALWAYS keep garage door in sight until completely closed. NEVER permit anyone to cross path of closing garage door.

WARNING

Figure 5

WARNING

Lighted Door Control Button 6ABx1-1/2" Screw

Multi-function (std installation) 6AB x 1-1/4" Screw

Figure 1

To Replace Insert Bottom Tabs First

STANDARD INSTALLATION

Multi-function (pre-wired) 6-32 x 1" Screw

Figure 2

To Replace Insert Bottom Tabs First

Door Control Connections

Strip wire 11 mm

Insulated Staples

PRE-WIRED INSTALLATION

To release wire, push in tab with screwdriver tip

Red

White

11 mm

Grey

Drywall Anchors

Single Gang Box

24 Volt Bell Wire

INSTALLATION STEP 7

Install the Lights

• Press the release tabs on both sides of lens. Gently rotate lens back and downward until the lens hinge is in the fully open position. Do not remove the lens.

• Install up to a 100 watt maximum light bulb in each socket. The lights will turn ON and remain lit for approximately 4-1/2 minutes when power is connected. Then the lights will turn OFF.

• Reverse the procedure to close the lens.

• If the bulbs burn out prematurely due to vibration, replace with a Garage Door Opener bulb.

NOTE: Use only standard light bulbs. The use of short neck or speciality light bulbs may overheat the endpanel or light socket.

INSTALLATION STEP 8

Attach the Emergency Release Rope and Handle

• Thread one end of the rope through the hole in the

top of the red handle so "NOTICE" reads right side up as shown. Secure with an overhand knot at least 25 mm 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 1.8 m above

the floor. Secure with an overhand knot.

• Optional installation: As an added security option

a padlock may be installed on the trolley release arm. To utilize this feature you must drill a hole

4.5 mm - 8 mm on the dimple which is located on the trolley release arm. Install the padlock. When using this feature the emergency release will not work until the padlock is removed.

NOTE: If it is necessary to cut the rope, heat seal the cut end with a match or lighter to prevent unraveling.

To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door:

• If possible, use emergency release handle to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is CLOSED. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could result in an open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly.

• NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is clear of persons and obstructions.

• NEVER use handle to pull door open or closed. If rope knot becomes untied, you could fall.

WARNING

To prevent possible OVERHEATING of the endpanel or light socket,

• DO NOT use short neck or specialty light bulbs.

• DO NOT use halogen bulbs. Use ONLY incandescent.

WARNING

CAUTION

100 Watt (Max) Standard Light Bulb

Release Tab

Lens

100 Watt (Max) Standard Light Bulb

Hinge

WARNING

Dimple for trolley lock

Overhand Knot

Trolley

Rope

NOTICE

Trolley Release Arm

Emergency Release Handle

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 22 mm diameter 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.

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.

WARNING

PERMANENT WIRING CONNECTION

RIGHT

WRONG

Green Ground Screw

Ground Wire

Ground Tab

White Wire

Black Wire

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preparing your garage door

Tools needed

Planning

Planning (Continued)

Planning (Continued)

Carton Inventory

Hardware Inventory

INSTALLATION

ONE-PIECE DOOR WITHOUT TRACK