Craftsman 13953425SRT1, 13953225SRT1, 13953325SRT1, 13953629SRT1, 13953637SRT1 Owner’s Manual

SEARS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

Model No.

139.53225SRT1

139.53325SRT1

139.53425SRT1

139.53628SRT1

139.53629SRT1

CRRFTSMRN®

139.53635SRT1

139.53637SRT1

139.53824SRT1

For Residential Use

Only

Caution:
Read and follow all safety

rules and operating
Instructions before first

use of thls product.

Fasten the manual near

the garage door after

Installation.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER

• Safety Precautions

• Assembly

• Installation

• Adjustment

• Care and Maintenance

• Operation

• Troubleshooting

• Parts List

ComplieswithUL325 fll _
regulationseffective
January1, 1993

Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Contents Page

A review of safety alert symbols................................. 2

You'll need tools.......................................................... 3

Safety information regarding garage door locks

and rope_ ............=,..... °o,, .. °.,, o...o, _°o ....... °°..,°.°°o..,.°°°.,,3

Testing your garage door for sticking,binding

and balance........... .................... ..... .............. ..° .......... 3

Illustrationofsectional door installation.....................4

Illustration of ooe-pie(_ door installation...................5

Carton inventonj.......................................................... 6

Hardware inventory..................................................... 7

Assembly section - pages 8 - 11

Assemble T-rail ......................................................... 8

Attach cable pulley bracket....................................... 8

Installtrolley .............................................................. 9

Fasten T-rail to opener ............................................. 9

Installchain/cabte ................................................... 10

Attach sprocket (xwer ............................................. 10

Tighten the chain and cable ................................... 11

Installation sactlon - pages 11 - 27

Installationsafety instructions................................. 11

Determine header bracket location

Sectional door ........;.............................................. 12

One-piece door ..................................................... 13

Installthe header bracket ....................................... 14

Attach the T-rail to header bracket......................... 15

Positionthe opener ................................................. 16

Hang the opener ..................................................... 17

Installthe wall control............................................. 18

Contents Page

Installthe lightand lens ................................................. 1

Attach emergency release rope and handle................. 1

Electricalrequirememts.............:................................... 2

Safety reversingsensor information............................. 21

Installthe safety reversingsensor...........................22, 23

Fasten door bracket (sectionaldoor) ............................ 24

Fasten doorbracket (one-piece door)........................... 25

Connect door arm to trolley (sectionaldoor).................26

Connect door arm to trolley (one-piece door)............... 27

Adjustment section - pages 28 - 30

Travel limit,adjustments................................................. 28

Force adjustments................................................. .(......29

Test the safety reversil_gsensor................................... 30

Test the safety reverse system .................................... 30

Operation safetyinstructions ........................................... 31

Care of your opener......................................................... 31

Maintenance schedule .................................................... 31

Operation ofyour opener ................................................ 32

Receiver and remote controlprogramming....................33

Having a problem?........................................... .........34, 35

Repair parts, railassembly.............................................. 36

Repair parts, installation......................_........................... 36

Repair parts, opener assembly....................................... 37

Ac_essones...................................................................... 38

Index ................................................................................ 39

How to order repair parts................................................. 40

Maintenance agreement.................................................. 40

Warranty .......................................................................... 40

Start by reviewing these Important safety alert symbols

Mechanical Electrical

When you see this Safety Symbol 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 corresponding

Instructions. Read the instructions carefully.

This garage door opener is designed and tested to offer safe service provided it Is Installed, operated,
maintained and tested in strict accordance with the safety instructions contained in this manual.

2

You'll Need Tools

During assembly, installation and adjustment of the opener, instructionswill call for hand tools shown below.

Level

An unbalanced garage door might not reverse

when required and someone under the door

could be seriously injured or killed.

If your garage door binds, sticks or is out of
balance, call for professional garage door

service. Garage doors, door springs, cables,

pulleys, brackets and their hardware are under
extreme tension and can cause serious injury

or death. Do not try to loosen, move or adjust

them yourseffi

Ropes left on a garage door could cause
someone to become entangled and killed.

Remove all ropes connected to the door before
Installing and operating the opener.

Identify the type and height of your door and any
special conditions that exist and any additional
materials that may be required by referring to the

lists on page 4 or page 5.

Hack_

_)

A_usta_e EndWrench

To avoid damage to the garage door and

opener, disable locks before installing and
operating the opener. Use a wood screw or nail
to hold locks in the "open" (unlocked) position.

Operstlon at other than 120V 60 Hz will cause
opener malfunction and damage.

Before you begin, complete the following test to
make sure your door Is balanced, and Is not

stlcldng or binding:

• Lift the door about halfway as shown. Release the

door. it should stay in place, supported entirely by

itssprings.

• Raise and lower the door to see if there is any

binding or sticking.

Beforeyou begin,survey your garageareato
see whetherany of the conditionsbelowapply
to yourInstallation.

Horizontalandvedlsal reinfo(cement

Isneeded for I_htweight garagedoors

(fiberglass,steel,aluminum, doorwith g_asspanels,etc.).

See page 24 fordeta_.

Header Wall

SlackinChainTension

ls NomadWben

GarageDoorls CIo_',ed

Safety

Reversing

Sensor-

RNISHED CEIUNG

Supportbracket&

fasteninghardware

Isrequired.

See page17.

• SafetyReversingSensor

Based on your particular requirements, there are

several installation steps which might callfor

materials and/or hardware not included in the carton.

• Step 1, page 12 - Look at the wall or ceiling above

the garage door. The header bracket must be
securely fastened to structural supports.

• Step 5, page 17 - Do you have a finished ceiling in
your garage? If so, a support bracket and

additional fastening hardware may be required.

• Safety reversing sensor, page 21 - Depending
upon garage construction, wood blocks may need

to he fastened to mounting locations before
sensors are installed.

• Step 10, page 22 - Alternate floor mounting ofthe

safety reversing sensor will require hardware not
provided.

• Step 11, page 24 - Do you have a steel, aluminum,
fiberglass or glass panel door?. Ifso, horizontal

and vertical reinforcement is required.

• Look at the garage door where it meets the floor.

It must close on the floor all the way across.
Other-wise, the safety reverse system may not

work properly. See page 30. Floor or door should
be repaired.

Closed Position

. Cab_ Pulley

S_ Trolley Rail Assembly

Cable

I

Emergency

Release

Repe & Handle

Door Bracket

• The opener can be installedwithin 2 feet of the left
or right ofthe door center ifthere is a torsion spring
or center beadng plate in the way ofthe header

bracket or door bracket area. If your door has

extension springs, the opener must be installed
in the center of the door. See pages 12 and 24.

• Do you have an access door in addition to the

garage door?.If not, Model 53702 Emergency
Key Release is required. See page 38.

• If your dooris more than 7 feet high, see the longer

rails available on page 38.

Arm

You may find It helpful to refer beck to thls page as you proceed with the Installation of your opener.

4

Beforeyoubegin,surveyyourgarageareato

seewhetherany of the conditions below apply

to your installation.

Slack In chain tension

h;nom_ when

garagedoorisclosed.

Header

WJ

Accesscucx

3ap betweenfloorand bottomRevendngSensor
of doormustnote_ceed I/4".

Safety ReversingSensor

Based on your particular requirements, there are
several installation steps which mightcall for
materials and/or hardware not included in the carton.

• Step 1, page 13 - Lock at the wall or ceiling above
the garage door. The header bracket must be

securely fastened to structural supports.

• Step 5, page 17 - Do you have a finished ceiling in

your garage? If so, a support bracket and
additional fastening hardware (not suppl!ed) may

be required.

• Safety reversing sensor, page 21 - Depending on

garage construction, wood blocks may need to be
securely fastened to mounting locations before

sensors are installed.

• Step 10, page 22 - Alternate floor mounting of the
safety reversing sensor will require hardware that

is not provided.

• Step 11, page 25 - Generally, a one-piece door

does not require reinforcement. If your door is

lightweight, you can refer to the information
relating to sectional doors on page 24.

• Step 11, page 25 - Depending on your door's

construction, you might need additional mounting
hardware for the door bracket.

• De you have an access door in addition to the

garage door? If not, Model 53702 Emergency
Key Release is required. See page 38.

• The gap between the bottom of the garage
door and the floor cannot exceed 1/4".

Otherwise, the safety reverse system may not
work propedy. See page 30. The floor or the door

should be repaired.

FINISHEDCEIUNG

S.p_ttnck_

&fastening

hardwareIsrequired.

See page 17.

Closed Position

Cable

PulleyBrscketCable Trolley

Header
Bracket T-rail

O

Straight Curved

Garage Ann Arm

- Door

Doo¢ Door

One-Piece Door With Track

Door

Bmcket Door

You may find it helpfu! to refer back to this page as
you proceed with the Installation of your opener.

Straight

Ann

Rope&Handle

5

Opener Carton Inventory

Your garage door opener is packaged in two cartons which contain all parts illustrated below, ff anything is

missing, carefully check the packing material. Parts may be "stuck"in the foam. Hardware for assembly and
installation is shown on page 7.

Models53824 (2), 53637 (2),

53635 (2), 53629 (1), 53628 {2),

53425 (1), 533_S (1)

Three-FunctionRemoteControl

v_thVisorClip(1)

Model53225only Model53635 oNy

0 %

MulU-Fu_n

Single-FunctionRemoteCo_tr_ _ Entry

v,_thWor Clip(1)

Modeb 53225,

53325,53628,53629_ Cable

UghtedConsole

PulleyBracket

Models53637,
53635, & 53425

WallControl

Model53824only

Safely Reve_ng Sensor

MountingBracket

W'_ Square Holes (2)

WithSl<_(2)

HeaderBracket

inDispensingCarton

j Chainand Cable

Cui_l Door _

(2) Safety ReversingSensors

and

Literature

(1 SendingEyeand I ReceivingEye)

2-ConductorWhite& White/BlackBellWire

6

with

attached

HangingBrackets

Sva_ht Door

Arm Sec_on

Separate ell hardware from the packages In the rail carton and the opener carton, as
shown below, for the assembly and installation procedures.

Assembly Hardware

WasheredScrew Hex Screw Nut Ca_age SCb

5/16"- 18 x 1/2"(2) 5/16"- 18 x 7/8" (3) 5/16" - 18 (5) 1/4"- 20 x 1/2" (4) Master[.ink(2)

(mountedInogene_

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Trolley"_reeded Shaft(1)

Installation Hardware

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5/16"- 18x 7/8" (4)

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LagSmmv

5/16"-18x 1-7/8" (4)

NutS/16"-is (6)

IllllllL I[11111111111111111

(_ Carriage Bolt

5/16"-18x 2-1/2" (2)

Screw

6ABx 1"(2)

Lock_asher LockNut

5/16" (4) 1/4"- 20 x 7/16" (4)

RailGrease

LockWasher 5/16" (6)

Ro_

Ck_s P_

5/16" x 2-3/4"(1)

Safety Reversing Sensor

_llllllllll_llll_LIIlll'_

1/4x 1-1/2" (4)

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1/4-20 x 1-1/2"(2)

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(1o)

Installation Herd',rare

canoe Scas

1/4"- 20 x 1/2" {4)

#10.32 x 5/6" 14)

7

_Pin

5/16"x 1" (2) Futenef (3)

©

LockNut WingNut (2)

114"- 20 (4)

Nut Insulated

Assembly Section: Pages 8 - 11

To avoid Installation difficulties, do not mn the garage door opener until Instructed to do so.

Assembly Step I

Assemble the T-rail & Attach

the Cable Pulley Bracket

• Align the 3 T-rail sections on a flat surface exactly

as shown. The end sections are identical. Make
sure the "arrow label" on the center section is

pointing toward the door.

• Insert the carriage bolts so the square bolt necks
seat in the square holes in the T-rail end sections

and pass through the round holes in T-rail center
section. Assemble lock nuts, ensure alignment and

tighten.

If T-roll is not assembled
EXACTLY as shown, trolley

will not travel smoothly
along length of rail or If will

hit against the nuts.

Brace

Makesure boltnecks are
seatedInthe square

holesand railsare
alignedbeforeyou

tightenlock nuts.(See
rightand wrong views).
Improperassemblycan
causeJerkytrolley
operation,noise and/or

nuisancedoor reversals.

1/4"LockNut (EndSedon)

Brace

Right Wrong

TRAIL BACK

(TOOPENER)

T-r_l

eB_t

1/4"-20_1/2"

CableputkDybracket

attach_ to FRONT

ENDof T-raU

T-RAILFRONT

(To DOOR)

• Position the cable pulley bracket onthe front end of

T-rail as shown. Fasten securelywith the hardware.

Ca_e pulley

Bracket

Hardware Shown Actual Size

©

Lod_Nut CardegeBolts

1/4" - 20 x 7/16" 1/4" * 20 x 1/2"

sure to keep

bracket parallel

to the rail.
When Ifghtening

Q the screws, be

Right Wrong operated.

Otherwise,the
rail may bow

when opener Is

Assembly Step 2 I

Install the Trolley on the T-rail

Hardware Shown

Actual Size

I

• Attach the threaded shaft to the trolley with the

lock washer and nuts as shown.

LockWasher

5116"

kmerNut

5/16"

T_

Thm_l

Tro,ey

OutorNut

TempormySto_

Screwdriver

Shaft

©©

LockWssher Nut

5/16" 5/16"- 18

• As a temporary stop, insert e screwdriver into the

hole in the front end of the T-rail.

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

If trolley hits against any nuts on the Trail, the
bolts and nuts were attached from the wrong

Fide and must be reposltioned. Review Step 1.

Tro_y

Assembly Step 3

Fasten the T-rail to the Opener

• Place the opener on packing material to protect

the cover. For convenience, put a s_upportunder
the cable pulley bracket.

• Remove the (2) 5/16"-18xl/2" washered screws
mounted in the top of the opener.

• Alignthe holes in the back section of the T-rail with
the holes in the opener.

Fasten the rail with the (2) washered screws
previously removed. Tighten securely.

:remember to use only these screwel Any other

screws will cause serious damage to the opener.

• Insert a 5/16"-18x7/8" hex screw into the trolley
stop hole in the T-rail as shown. Tighten secqrely

with a 5/16" lock washer and nut. This screw limits
trolley travel in the UP direction.

Hardware Shown Actual Size

wm sony

5PI6;18xli2"

T_ 5/16"-18x7/8"

(BackSecmon)_

LockWmJ"mr--

5/16"

Nut

5/16"-18

He_ Screw Nut LOOKWuher

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

9

Assembly Step 4

Install the Chain/Cable &

Attach the Sprocket Cover

I)i_per_ng Carton

entangle¢l In moving opener sprockeL Attach

sprocket cover eecurely. Never operate oPener

• Detach the cable loop from the carton and fasten it

to the trolleywith a master linkfrom the hardware

bag. See master link procedure, Figure 1.

• W'dhthe trolley against the screwdriver, dispense
the cable around the pulley.

• Proceed back around the opener sprocket,

Figure 2. Be sure sprocket teeth engage the
chain. Continue forward to the trolley

threaded shaft, Figure 3. MasterLink

• Use the second master link to connect

the chain to the fiat end of the shaft.

Check to make sure the chain Is

Master

not twisted.

• Remove the screwdriver.

Figure 2 op.,_

sprocket

Figure 3

FtetEnd

of Trolley

Chain

Inst_l Clmln andCa_e

In1111sDir_tion

SWod_

Cover

BackTab Slot

,Rn Notch

Figure I

Master Unk Procedure:

Pushpinsofmasterlinkbar

throughcableloopand holein
frontendof trolley.Pushcap

overpinsand intonotches.

Slidedip-onspdngovercap

and intonotchesuntilboth

pinsam securelylocked.

To attach the sprocket cover:

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

10

Assembly Step 5

Tighten the Chain & Cable

Lock

• Spin the inner nut and lock washer down the

threaded shaft, away from the trolley.

• To tighten the chain, tum outer nut in the direction
shown. As yon tum the not, keep the chain

from twisting.

• When the chain is approximately 1/2' above the
base of the T-rail at its midpoint, re-tightso the

inner nut to secure the adjustment.

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

When installation is complete, you may notice some

chain droop with the door dosed. 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.

Outer Nut W_hw InnerNul

0 @

You have now finished assembling your garage door opener. Please read the following
warnings before I_roceeding to the Installation section:

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of severn injury or death to persons:

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

2. install only on a properly balanced and lubricated garage door. An Improperly balanced door
may not reverse and could result In severe Injury or death. Repairs to cables, spring assemblies

and other hardware must be made by a profseslonal-service parson before Installing opener.

3. Disable all locks and remove all ropes connected to the garage door before Installing the opener.

Ropes connected to a garage door can cause entanglement and death.

4. If possible, Install door opener 7 feet or more above flops',with the emergency release handle
mounted 6 feet above the floor.

5. Do not connect the opener to power source until instructed to do so.

6. Locate the Wall Control within sight of the door bt a minimum height of 5 feet where small
children cannot reach and away from all moving parts of the door.

7. Install the User Safety Instruotlon Label on the well adjacent to the control button and the
Malntenanca Instruction Label In s prominent location on the Inside of the garage door.

8. Upon completion of the installation, the door must reverse when It comes in contact wifh a
one-Inch high object or a 2x4 laid flat on the floor.

9. Do not wear watches, rings or loose clothing while Instamng orservlclng an opener. Jewelry or
loose clothing can be caught in the mechanism of the garage door or the opener.

11

Installation Section: Pages 12- 27

Installation Step I

Determine Header Bracket Location

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

which apply to your door.

Head_

Wal

2x4

a structural support on the header wall or
ceiling, the safety reverse system may not

work properly (see page 30). The door might

not reverse when required, and could cause
serious Injury or death.

The garage door springs, cables, pulleys,

brackets and their hardware are under extreme

tension. Do not attempt to loosen, move or

adjust them yourself. Serious personal Injury
or death could result. Call for professional

garage door scFvlca.

Stmntund

• Close the door and mark the inside
ve"rti_ centerline of the garage door.

• Extend the line onto the header wall
above the door.

Remember, you can fasten the
header bracket within 2 feet of the

left or right of the door center on/yif
a torsion spring or center bendng

plate is In the way; or you can attach

It to the calling (refer to page 14)

when clearance Is minimal. (It may

• be mounted on the wall upside down
if necessary, to gain approxlmetely
1/2%)

Ifyou need to install the header bracket

on a 2x4 (on wall or ceiling), use lag
screws (not supplied) to securely fasten

the 2x4 to structural supports as shown
here and on page 13.

• Open your door to the highest

point of travel as shown. Draw
an intersecting horizontal line

on the header wall 2" above
the high point. This height will

provide travel clearance for the

top edge of the door.

Door clearance brackets are
available for sectional doors

when headroom clearance is
less than 2". See accessory

page 38.

Proceed to Step 2, page 14.

HighestPoint

ofTravel

Sectional door

with curved track

12

Header

Highe_PO_

ofTravel

One-piece door

with horizontal track

Track

Read the Safety instructions on page 12. They also apply to doors without tracks.

HeaderWall

2x4

• Close the door and mark the

inside vertical cantedine of
your garage door. Extend the

line onto the header wall
above door.

If headroom clearance is

minimal, you can install the

header bracket on the ceiling.
See page 14.

• ffyou need to install the

header bracket on a 2x4 (on

wall or ceiling), use lag screws
(not supplied) to securely
fasten the 2x4 to structural

supports as shown.

O_ CBLING MOUNT

FOR HEADER BRACKET

Heade¢Well

J

H_hea P0_t

ofTre_4

/i

One-piece door without track

jamb hardware

• 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 8" to the remainder. (See Example).

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

If the total number of inches exceeds the height
available in your garage, use the maximum

height possible, or refer to page 14 for ceiling
Installation.

I

One-piece door without track

pivot hardware

EXAMPLE

Distance from top ofdoor

(at highest point of travel) to floor........................... 92'

Actual height of door ............................................. -88"._.

Remainder .......................................................... .....4"

Add......................................................................... +8"

Bracket height on header wall............................... 12"

(Measure UP from top of CLOSED door.)

Proceed to Step 2, page 14.

13

Install the Header Bracket

Installation Step 2 I

Fasten the Header Bracket to the Wall

You can attach the header bracket either to the
wall above the garage door, or to the calling.

Follow the Instructions which will work best for
your particular requirements.

• Center the bracket on the vertical guideline with

the bottom edge of the bracket on the horizontal

line as shown (with the arrow pointing toward the

ceiling).

Header

Wag

2)(4

SlrucSJral

Support

-I

H_h_t

Po_t of Travel

(ofGarageDoor)

Vertical

Center

Line

Door

• Mark either set of bracket holes (do not use the
holes designated for ceiling mount). Ddll 3/16" pilot

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

Wag

MoL_ng Holes

Hardware Shown Actual Size

Fasten the Header Bracket to the Ceiling

• Extend the vertical guideline onto the ceiling as
shown.

• Center the bracket on the vertical mark, no more
than 6"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 holes designated for ceiling mount only. Drill
3/16" pilot holes and fasten bracket securely to a

structural support with the hardware provided.

Ceiling Mounting Holes

/,,,

I

The nail hole is for positioning only.

You must use lag screws to mount

the header bracket.

14

. Finished

.- .'" Cllllng--

I"" Vertical

"" Center Line

Door

Spdng 5/16"x18xl-7/8"

Header_

Wall

Attach the T-rail to the Header Bracket

Installation Step 3 I

//

/'-,/- -- HeaderWall

//
/ / Header

// Bracket

//

/ / Cable

.//

/ /

//

/ /
/ /

Bracket

• Position the 6pener on the garage floor below the

header bracket. Use packing material as a
protect'webase.

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 T-rail to clear the
spring.

• Positionthe cable pulley bracket against the header

bracket.

• Align the bracket holes and join with a clevis pin as

shown.

• Insert a ring fastene'rto secure.

Door

Clev_Pin

5/16")Q-3/4• Cable

Pt_y"

Bracket

Hardware Shown Actual Size

(_vle Nn

5/16" X 2-3/4"

°1

15

Installation Step 4

Position the Opener

Follow instructions which apply to your door

type as Inustbrated.

A 2x4 laid flat is convenient for setting an ideal
door-to-T-rail distance.

• Raise the opener onto a stepladder.

You will need help at this point ff the ladder Is
not tall enough.

• Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 laid fiat

on the top sec/Jon beneath the T-rail.

If the top panel hits the trolley when you raise

the door, pull down on the trolley release arm to
disconnect the inner and outer sections. The

trolley can remain disconnected until Step 12 is

comple_d.

T-rail 2x4

• W'dhthe door ful_ 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 opener

to the same distance as the door from the floor (it
will be at a slight angle as shown).

• The top of the door should be level with the topof

the opener. Do not position the opener more than
2" above this point.

16

Installation Step 5

Hang the Opener

Two representatlve Installations are shown.

Yours may be dlfferent. 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 installingthe

opener. The bracket and fastening hardware are not

suppfied. See accessory page 38.

• Measure the distance from each side of the opener
to the structural support.

• Cut both pieces of the hanging bracket to,:required

lengths.

• Ddll 3/16" pilot holes in the structural supports.

• Attach one end of each bracket to a support with

5/16"xl-7/8" lag screws.

• Fasten the opener to the hanging brackets with
5/16"-18x7/8" screws, lock washers and nuts.

• Check to make sure the T-rail is centered over the

door (or in linewith the header bracket ifthe
bracket is not centered above the door).

• Remove the 2x4. Operate the door manually. If the

door hitsthe rail, raise the header bracket.

Figure I

Structund

S_ev_

5/16_(1-7/8=

5/16"-181a/8"SGrew

5/16"LodeWMher

5/16"-18 Nut

Figure 2

Grease the top and underside of the_,,_ I
rail surface where the trolley __,_ I

slides. A tube of grease Is ___ I
supplied. _ I

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Installation Step 6

Install the Wall Control

• Strip 1/4" of insulation from one end of the bell
wire; connect the wire to the two screw terminals

on the back of the Wall Control: white to 2 and

white/red to 1.

• Locate the Wall Control within sight of the door

at a minimum height of 5 feet where small
children cannot reach, and away from all
moving parts of the door and door hardware.

Fasten the Ughted Push Button Wall Control
securely with 6ABx1-1/2" screws. The console
style uses 6ABxl" screws. If installing into drywall,
ddll 5/32" holes and use the anchors provided.

• Run the bell wire up the walt and across the ceiling

to the opener. Use insulated staples to secure the

wire in several places. Be careful not to pierce the
wire with a staple, thereby resulting in a short.

• Receiver terminal screws and the antenna are
located on the back panel of the opener. Position

the antenna wire as shown.

• Then connect the hell wire to the opener terminal
screws: white to 2; white/red to 1.

• Remember to affix the User Safety Instruction

label to the wall near the Wall Control, and the

Maintenance Instruction label in a prominent
iocstlon on the Inside of the garage door.

Ifthe label adhesive will not adhere to your garage

wall surface (or becomes loose with time) use tacks
to secure the label alongside the wall control.

Page 32 explains how to operate the opener using

the lighted push bar or button, as well as the Lock

and Ught features on the Deluxe Wall Control.

I

Children operating or playing with a garage
door opener can Injure themselves or others.

The garage door could close end cause serious
Injury or death.

Install the Wall Control (or any additional push
buttons) out of the reach of children and away

from all moving parts of the door and door

hardware, but where the garage door is visible.
Do not allow children to operate the push
button(a) or the remote control(s).

A moving garage door could Injure someone

under It. Activate the opener only when the

door is properly adjusted, you can see it clearly,
and there are r_oobstructions to door travel.

Do NOT.connect the power and operate the
opener at this time. The trolley will travel to the

full open position but will not return to the

close position until the sensor beam Is

connected end properly aligned.
See Safety Reversing Sensor Instructions

beginning on page 21.

Outdoor Key Switch Accessory Connections

To Opener terminal screws: whiteto 2; white/red to 1

Lighted Push Button

Wall Control

Deluxe Wall Control

Lighted Console Wall Control

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Installation Step 7

Install the Light and the Lens

Install the Ilghta

• Install a 75 watt maximum light bulb inthe socket.
The lightJill turn ON and remain litfor

approximately 4-1/2 minutes when power is
connected. Then the light will turn OFF.

• If the bulb bums out prematurely due to vibration,
replace it with a standard neck "Garage Door

Opener" bulb.

Install the lens (except for Model 53225)

• Apply slightpressure on the sides of the lens and

slidethe tabs into the slots in the end panel.

• Reverse the procedure to remove the lens.

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Installation Step 8

Attach the Emergency Release

Rope and Handle

Rope

Overhand

Knot

Overhand

Emergency

Do not use the red handle to pull the door
open or closed. The rope knot could become

untied and you could fall. Usa the emergency

release only to disengage the trolley end, If

possible, only when the door Is closed.
Garage doors are heavy. If the door Is open

when the handle Is pulled, the door could

close inadvertently If It is not properly
balanced. Sedous Injury may result to persons
under the door. Make sure the doorway is clear
of persons end obstructions before pulling
handle when door is open.

Knot

• Thread one end ofthe rope through the hole in the

top of the red handle so "NOTICE" reads fight side
up as shown. Secure with an overhand knot.

The imot should be st least 1• from the end of the

rope to prevent slipping.

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

the release ann ofthe outer trolley.

• Adjust rope length so the handle is 6 feet above the
floor. Secure with an overhand knot.

ff it Is necessary to cut the rope, heat seal the cut

end with • match or lighter to prevent unraveling.

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Installation Step 9 i

Electrical Requirements

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To reduce the risk of electric shock, your garage
door opener has a grounding type plug with a third

grounding pin. This plug will onlyfit into a grounding
type outleL

If the plug doesn't fit into the outlet you have,

contact a qualified electrician to instP!lthe proper
outlet,

do not nm the opener at thls time.

To avoid Installation difficulties,

If permanent wiring is required by your local code, refer to the following procedure:

To prevent electrocution or fire, Installation

end wiring must be In compliance with local
electrical and building codes.

Do NOT use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter,
or change the_plug in any way to :Make it fit
your outleL

Right Wrong

To make a permanent connection through the
7/8' diameter hole in the top of the opener

(according to local code):

• Remove the opener cover screws and set the
cover aside.

• Remove the atlached 3-prong cord.

• Connect the black (line) wire to the screw on the

brass terminal; the white (neutral) wire to the
screw on the salverterminal; and the ground wire

to the green ground screw. The opener must be

grounded.

• Reinstall the cover.

I To avoid Installation difficulties,do not nm the openor at this time. I

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Wiring

Connections

Gmen

Ground

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wh;te Wire

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Safety Reversing System

Information you'll need before you begin the Inatallation of the safety reversing sensor.

The safety reversing sensor mustbe connected
and aligned correctly before the garage door

opener will move In the down direction. This Is a

required safety device and cannot be disabled.

InstallaUon procedures are the same for s_tional
and one-piece doors.

Without a properly working safety reversing

sensor, persons (particularly children) could

be Injured or killed by a closing garage door.

Read and follow all Instructions.

To protect small children, Install the safety

reversing sensor so that the beam will be no
higher than 4"-6" above the garage floor.

Disconnect power to the garage door opener
before Installing the safety reversing sensor.

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Be sure power to the opener Is disconnected.
The sending eye transmits an invisible light beam to

the receiving eye. The units can be inst;dled on
either side of the garage door as long as the sun

never shinas dirsctiy into the receiving eye lens.
Look at the label on the connector end of each case
to identify the sensors.

The brackets must be connected and fastened so

that the sending and receiving eyes face each other

as shown in Ftgura 1.
If an obstruction breaks the light beam while the

garage door is closing, the door will stop and
reverse to full open position and the opener lights
willflash for 5 seconds.

The brackets'must be securely fastened to a solid

surface such as the studs on either side of the door,
or add a piece of wood at each location if installing in
masonry construction.

The invisible light beam path must be unobstructed.

No part of the garage door (or door tracks, spdngs,

hinges, rollers orother hardware) can interrupt the

beam while the door is closing. If it does, use a piece
of wood to build out each sensor mounting location to

.the minimum depth required for light beam clearance.

SensorBeam

4-6" ms0(.

abovef,o_

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Figure 1: Facingthe doorfromInsidethe garage

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Installation Step 10 I

Install the Safety Reversing Sensor

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Figures 2 and 3 show assembly of brackets and
'C" wrap based on the recommended installation of

the sensors as shown on page 21.

However, Figures 4 and 5 are variations which may

fit your installation requirements better. Make sure
the wraps and brackets are aligned so the

sensors will face each other across the garage
door.

• Fasten the "C"wraps to the mounting brackets

having square holes, using the hardware shown
in Figure 2.

• Connect each assembly to a slotted bracket, using

the hardware shown in Figure 3.

Note the alignment of the brackets for left and
right aldea of the door.

• Finger tighten the lock nuts.

• Use bracket mounting holes as a template to

locate and drill (2) 3/16" diameter pilot holes on
both sides of the garage door, 4'-6" above the

floor but not exceeding 6: (See waming on

page 21 .)

• Attach bracket assemblies with 1/4"xl -1/2" lag

screws as shown in Figure 3.

• Adjust right and left side bracket assemblies to the

same distance out from the mounting surface.
Make sure all door hardware obstructions am

cleared. Tighten the nuts securely.

Figure 2"

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• Ce_ereachsensorunitina "C' wrap with lenses

pointingtoward each other across the door (see
Figure 6).

• Secure sensors with the hmdware shown. Finger
tighten the wing nut on the receiving eye to al ow
for final adjustment. Securely tighten the sending

eye wing nut.

• Run the wires from both sensors to the opener.

Use insulated staples to secure wire to wall and
ceiling.

• Strip 1/4" of insulationfrom each set of wires.
Separate white and white/black wires sufficiently to

connect to the opener terminal screws: white to 2
and white/black to 3.

• Plug in the opener. Make sure the Lock Feature is
off. Green indicator lights in boththe sending and
receiving eyes will glow steadily if wiring
connections and alignment are correct.

If the indicator light is oflin the receiving eye (and
the invisible light beam path is not obstructed),
alignment is required.

• Loosen the receiving eye wing nut to allow slight

rotation of unit. Adjust sensor verticelly and/or
horizontally until the green indicator light glows

with a steady light,

• When indicator lights are glowing steadilyin both
units, tighten the wing nut in the receiving eye unit.

Figure 6

114-20x 1-1/2"

HexBen

Trouble Shooting

1. If the sending eye indicator light does not glow

steadily after installation, check for:.

• Electric power to the opener.

• A short inthe white or white/black wires. These

can occur under staples or at screw terminal
connections.

• Incorrect widng between sensors and opener.

• An open wire (wire break).

2. If the sending eye indicator light glows steadily but
the receiving eye indicator light doesn't:

• Check alignment.

• Check for an open wire to the receiving eye.

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Installation Step 11

Fasten Door Bracket

Follow instructions which apply to your door

type as illustrated below or on page 25.

A horizontal brace should be long enough to be secured to 2 vertical supports. A vertical brace should
cover the height of the top panel.

The IllustrstJon shows one piece of angle iron as the horizontal brace. For the vertk!al brace, 2 pieces of

angle iron are used to create a "U"-shaped support. The best solution Is to check with your garage door
manufacturer for an opener installation door reinforcement klL

Header

Figure I

• Center the door bracket on the previously marked
vertical guideline used for the header bracket

installation.

• Position the bracket on the face of the door within
the following limits:

A) The top edge of the bracket 2"-4" below the top

edge of the door.

B) The top edge of the bracket directly below any

structural suppod across the top of the door,

• Mark and ddll 5/16" left and dght fastening holes.

Secure the bracket as shown in Figure I if there is

vertical reinforcement.

If your installation doesn_ require vertical reinforce-

ment but does need top and bottom fastening holes
for the door bracket, position the door plate over the

door bracket as shown in Figure 2. Fasten securely
with hardware shown in Figure 1.

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Please read and comply with the wamings and reinforcement InstrucUons on page 24.
They apply to one-piece doors also.

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Bracket,

• Center the bracket on the top of the door, in line

with the header bracket as shown. Mark holes.

• Ddll 5/16" pilot holes and fasten the door bracket

with hardware supplied.

If the door has no exposed framing, drill3/16' pilot
holes and fasten the bracket with 5/16"x1-1/2" lag
screws (not supplied) to the top of the door.

The door bracket may be Installed on the top
edge of the door if required for your Installation.
(Refer to the dotted line optional placement
drawing.) Drill 3/16" pilot holes and substitute

5/16"xl-1/2" lag screws (not supplied) to fasten
the bracket to the door.

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Installation Step 12

Connect Door Arm to Trolley

Follow instructions which apply to your door
type as Illustrated below and on page 27.

Make sure garage door is fully closed. Pull the emergency release handle to disconnect the outer trolley
from the Inner trolley. Slide the outer trolley back (away from the door) about 2" as shown in

Figures 1, 2 and 3.
Figure 1:

Fasten straight door arm section to outer trolley
with a clevis pin. Secure the connection with a ring

fastener.
Fasten curved door arm to the door bracket in the
same way as shown.

Inner Trolley

Figure 2:

• Bringorm sectionstogether. Find two pairs of holes
that line up and join sections. Select holes as far

apart as possible to increase door arm rigidity.

DoorArm

Curved

oo_m Figure I

Hole Alignment Alternative

Rgure 3:

• If holes in curved arm are above holes in straight

arm, disconnect straight arm. Cut about 6" from

the solid end. Reconnect to trolley with cut end

down as shown.

• Bdng arm sections together.

• Find two pairs of holes that line up and join with

screws, lock washers and nuts.

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Proceed to Adjustment Step 1, page 28. Trolley will re-engage automatically when the opener is operated.

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Figure 3

AssembletheDoorArm:

Door

Bracket

• Fasten the straight and curved door arm sections

together to the longest possible length (with a 2 or
3 hole overlap).

• With the door closed, connect the straight door
arm section to the door bracket with a clevis pin.

• Secure with a ringfastener.

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On one-piece doors,beforeconnectingthe door armto bhetrolleythe travel limitsmust be adjusted. Umit adjustment
screws are located on the left side panel as shown on page 28. Follow adjustment procedures below.

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Adjustment Procedures for One-Piece Doors

Open Door Adjustment:

Decrease UP limit

• Turn the UP limitadjustment screw counter-

clockwise 5-1/2 turns.

• Press the Wall Control push bar or button. The

trolley will travel to the fully open position.

• Manually raise the door to the open position

(parallel to the floor), and liftthe door arm to the

trolley. The arm should touch the trolley just in
back of the door arm connector hole. Refer to the

fully open trolley/door arm positions in the

illustration. Ifthe arm does not extend far enough,

•Tum the DOWN limitadjustment screw clockwise 5

complete turns.

• Press the Wall control push bar or button. The
trolley will travel to the fully closed position.

• Manually close the door and liftthe door arm to the
trolJey.The arm should touch the trolley just ahead

of the door arm connector hole. Refer to the fully
closed trolley/door arm positions in the illustration. If

the arm is behind the connector hole, adjust the limit
further. One full tum equals 2" of trolley travel.

adjust the limit further. One full turn equals 2" of
trolley travel.

Connect the door arm to the trolley.

• Close the door and join the curved arm to the connector hole in the trolley with the remaining clevis pin. It may
be necessary to lift the door slightly to make the connection.

• Secure with a ring fastener.

• Run the opener through a complete travel cycle. It the door has a slight "backward" slant in full open position

as shown in the illustration;'decrease the UP limit untilthe door is parallel to the floor.

Closed Door Adjustment:

Decrease DOWN limit

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Adjustment Section:

Adjustment Step 1

Adjust the UP and DOWN Limits

Do not make any limit adjustments unUI the
safety reversing sensors are completely

Installed.

Umit adjustment settings regulate the points at
which the door will stopwhen moving up or down.

The door will stop in the up direction if anything
interferes with door travel. The door will reverse in

the down direction if anything interferes with the
door travel (including binding or unbalanced doom).

To operate the opener, press the Wall Control push
bar. Run the opener through a complete travel
cycle.

• Does the door open and close completely?

• Does the door stay closed end not reverse
unintentionally when fully closed?

If your door passes both of these tests, no limit
adjustments are necessary unless the reversing test

falls (See page 30).

Pages 28 - 30

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Adjustment procedures are outlined below. Run
the opener through a complete travel cycle after

each adjustment.

Repeated operation of the opener during

adjustment procedures may cause the motor to
overheat and shut off. Simply walt 15 minutes

and try again.

Read the procedures carefully before proceeding to

Adjustment Step 2. Use a screwdriver to make limit

adjustments.

How and When to Adjust the Limits

If the door does not open completely
but opens at/eaat five feet

Increase up travel. Turn the UP limitadjustment
screw clockwise. One tum equals 2" of travel.

If door does not open at least 5 feet: Adjust the
UP (open) force as explained in Adjustment Step 2.

If the door does not close completely

increase down travel. Tum the DOWN limit

adjustment screw counterclockwise. One turn
equals 2" of travel.

If door still won1 close completely, try lengthening

the door arm. (Page 26.)

If you have adjusted the door arm to the maximum
length and the door still will not close completely,
lower the header bracket. See Installation Step 1,

pages 12/13.

If the opener reverses In fully closed pesitlon

Decrease downtravel. Turn the DOWN limit
adjustment screw clockwise. One tum equals 2" of

travel.

ff thq door reverses when closing and

there is no visible Interference to travel cycle

If the opener lights are flashing, the Safety Reversing
Sensor is obstructed. Remove the obstruction.

Test the door for binding: Pull the emergency release

handle. Manually open and close the door. If the door
is binding, call for garage door service. If the door is
not binding or unbalanced, adjust the DOWN (close)

force. See Adjustment Step 2.

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Adjustment Step 2

Adjust the Force

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Force adjustment controls are located on the beck

panel of the opener. Force adjustment set'rings

regulate the amount of power required to open end

close the door.
The door will stop in the up direction if anything

interferes with its travel. The door will reverse in the
down direction if anything interferes with its travel

(including binding or unbalanced doors).
Ifthe forces are set too light, door travel may be

interrupted by nuisance reversals in the down
direction end stops in the up direction. Weather

conditionscan affect the door movement, so
occasional adjustment may be needed.

The maJdmumforce adjustment range is 260 degrees,
about 3/4 of a complete rum. Do not force controls

beyond that point. Tum force adjustment controls
with a screwdriver.

I the prop_on of the safety reverse

I d.oormlg !notreversepropa y

when required and could seriously Injure or Idll

someone under It. Do not Inoreaos the force

beyond the minimum amount required to close

the doer. Do not use the force adjustments to

compensate for • binding or sticking garage
door. Test the safety reverse system following
all adjustments to force levels. See page 30.

AdjulwnentLlbe

How and When to Adjust the Forces

Test the DOWN (close) force
Grasp the door bottom when the door is about

halfway through DOWN (close) travel. The door

should reverse. Reversal halfway through down

travel does not guarantee reversal on a two.inch
obstruction. See page 30. If the door is hard to

hold or doesnt reveme, decrease the DOWN (close)
force by turning the control counterclockwise.

Make 10 degree rum adjustments until the door
reverses normally. After each adjustment, run the

opener through a complete cycle.

Test the UP (open) force
Grasp the door bottom when the door is about

halfway through UP (open) travel. The door should

stop. if the door is hard to hold or doesn't stop,
decrease UP (open) force by turning the control

counterclockwise.

Make 10 degree tum adjustments until the door stops
easily. After each adjustment, run the opener through
a complete travel cycle.

If the doer doesn't open at least 5 feet _J
Increase UP (Open) force by turning the control

clockwise. Make 10 degree turn adjustments u_til
door opens completely. Re-adjust the UP limit if
necessary. After each adjustment, run the opener

through a complete travel cycle.

If the doer reverses during the down (close) cycle
and the opener lights aren=t flashing

Increase DOWN (close) force by tuming the control

clockwise. Make 10 degree turn adjustments untilthe

door completes a close cycle. After each adjustment,
run the opener through a complete travel cycle. Do
not Increase the force beyond the minimum

amount required to close the doer.

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Adjustment Step 3

Test The Safety Reversing Sensor

• Press the remote control push button to open the
door.

• Place the opener carton in the path of the door.

• Press the remote control push button to close the

door. The door willnot move more than an inch,

and the opener light will flash.

Professional service Is required If the opener
closes the door when the safety reversing

sensor Is obstructed.

The garage door opener will not close from a

remote control If the Indicator light In either
sensor Is off(alerting you to the fact that the
sensor Is mlssligned or obstructed).

The garage door can be closed by pressing and

holding the Wall Control push bar or button until
down travel is completed.

Adjustment Step 4

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Safety Rev_ Sensor _ Safety Reversing

Test the Safety Reverse System

Test:

• Place a one-inch board (or a 2x4 laid flat) on the
floor, centered under the garage door.

• Operate the door in the down direction. The door
must reverse on striking the obstruction.

Adjustment:
If the door stops on the obstruction,it is not traveling

far enough in the down direction.

• Increase the DOWN limit by tuming the DOWN

limitadjustment screw counterclockwise 1/4 tum.

• Repeat the test.
On s sectional door, make sure limit adjustments

do not force the door arm beyond a straight up
and down position. See the Illustration on page 26.

• When the door reverses on the one-inch board,
remove the obstruction and runthe opener through

3 or 4 complete travel cycles to test adjustment.

If the door will not reverse after repeated

adjustment attempts, call Sears Service Center
for garage door opener service.

persons trapped by a closing garage door.

Repeat this test once a month and adjust as

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_4 lald flat)

Important safety check
Repeat Adjustment Steps 1, 2 and 4 after:

• Each adjustment of door arm length, force controls
or limitcontrols.

• Any repair to or adjustment ofthe garage door
(including springs and hardware).

• Any repair to or buckling ofthe garage floor.

• Any repair to or adjustment of the opener.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of severe injury or death to persons:

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2. Do not permit children either to operate or to play with the opener. Keep remote control In s
location Inaccessible to children.

3. Operate opener only when the door Is In full view end froe from any obstruction. Keep the door In

sight until it Is completely closed. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING DOOR.

4. Check safety reversal system monthly. See page 30. The garage door MUST reverse on contact

with • one-Inch (or • 2x4 board laid flat) object placed on the floor. If an adjustment Is made to
either the force or the limit of travel, both adjustments may be needed and the safety reversal

system must be checked. Failure to properly adjust the opener may result In severe injury or death.

5. If possible, use the emergency release only when the door Is In a closed position. Caution should
be taken whenever the disconnect cord Is actuated'with the door open. Weak or broken springs

may cause the dour to fall rapidly, causing Injury or death to persons.

6. KEEP GARAGE DOORS PROPERLY BALANCED. See page 3, An Improperly balanced door may not
revenm when required and could result In severe Injury or death. Repairs to cables, spring

eesambllee and other hardware must be made by • professional garage door person.

7. Disconnect the electric power to the garage dour opener before making any repairs or removing the

covers.

8.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Care of Your Opener

Limit end force adjustment controls

Limit Controls Force Controls

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Weather conditions may cause some minor
changes In dour operstlon requidng some re-

adjustments, perticulerly during the first year of

operation.
Pages 28 and 29 refer to the limit and force

adjustments. Only a screwdriver is required. Follow

the instrucltons carefully.

Repeat the safety reverse test (page 30) after any
adjustment of limits or force.

Once a Month

Manually operate door. If If is unbalanced or
binding, call for professional garage door service.

Check to be sure door opens & closes fully.
Adjust limits alxI/or force if necessary.

(See pages 28 and 29.)
Repeat the safety reverse teeL Make any

necessary adjustments (See page 30).

A_U Label

Maintenancd Schedule

The remote control
The opener must learn the code of any new remote

control. Page 33 explains how to program your

receiver and how to erase all codes if required. Self

service of your receiver is not recommended. If
service is needed, contact your nearest Sears

Service Center.

The remote control batteP/
The green test light should glow and the opener

shouldoperate when the remote control is activated.
ff the green test lightis dim ordoes not come on,

replace the hattery.

The _2 Volt battery should produce power for at least

a year.
Dlspoee of your old battery properly.

Twice a Year

Check chain tension. Disconnect trolley first.
Adjust If necessary (See page 11).

Once a Year

OII door rollers, beednge end hinges

The openerdoee not require additional

lubrication.
DO not grease the door tracks.

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Operation of Your Opener

Aotlva_ the opener v_lh any of the fullowing:

1. The Remote Control

• 3-FuncUon and C_mpact: Hold large push
button down until the door starts to move.

• Single function: Hold push button untilthe door

starts to move.

2. The Wall Control. Hold push bar or button down

until the door starts to move.

3. The Key Switch or Keylees Entry.
(See Acneesodes)

When the opener is activated with the safety

reversing sensor Installed end correctly aligned:

1. fl opan, the door will close. If cloesd, it will open.

2. If closing, the door will reverse.

3. If opening, the door will stop (allowing space for

entry and exit of pets and for flesh air).

4. If the door has been stopped in a partially open

position, it will dose.

5. If obstructed while closing, the door will reverse.

• 6. If obstmctod white opening, the door will stop.

7. The garage door wil reverse inthe dosing cycle when

the _ beam is broken. If tully open, the door will

notdose when _ beam is broken. The sensorhas
no eftect in the opaning cycis.

If the sensor is not installed or not aligned correctly,
the door won't close from any remote control. You can

close the door with the Wall Control, the Key Switch,
or Keyleas Entry, however, ifyou activate them until

down travelis complete. Ifyou release them toosoon,
the door w_t reverse.

The opener lights will blink for 5 seconds when the
safety reversing sensor causes the door to reverse.

The Opener Lights willtum on under the following

conditions:When the opener is initiallyplugged in; when

the power is intent_ed; when the opener is activated. It

willturn off automatically after 4-1/2 minutes or provide
constant light when the Light feature is activated. Bulb

size is 75 watts maximum.

Weak or broken springs could allow an open

door to fall (either rapidly or unexpectedly),
resulting in serious Injury, death or property

damage. If possible, use the emergency

release rope end handle on/y when the door Is

fully closed.

To open the door

O' Tmley

@ RW Arm

manually:

The door should be

fullyclosed If possible.
Pull down on the red

emergency release
handle and liftthe door

manually. To

P,ekwseHand_

(Pu,Down)

Manual disconnect

position

reconnect the door to

the opener, pressthe
Wall Control push bar

or button.

The lockout feature
prevents the trolley

from reconnecting
automatically. Pullthe

@ F_ease Arm

emergency handle
down and back (toward

the opener). The door

can then be raised and

lowered manually as
often as necessary. To

disengage the lockout
feature, pull the
emergency handle

Lockout position

Emergency

Release Handle

(PullDown& Back

To*ardsOpe_r)

straight down. The
trolley will reconnect on

the next UP or DOWN

operation.

Operation of the Wall Control

Press the lighted push bar or button to open or
close the door.

Press again to reverse the door during the dosing

cycle or to stop the door while it's opening.

Deluxe Lighted Console (model 53824 only)
Light feature: Press the Light button. Ifthe opener

5ght is off,;t willtum on.
If the opener light is on, (even in the 4-1/2 minute

automa_ cycle) it will tum off.
BUt if you use the Light button to turn the light on

and then activate the opener, the lightwill turn off
after 4-1/2 minutes.

The Light button will not control the opener light
when the door is tn too'don.

Lock fsatum: The Lock feature is designed to
prevent operation of the door from portable remote

cotltmls. However, the door will open and close
from the Deluxe Wall Control push bar, the Key
Switch and the Multi-Function Keyisse Entry.

To activate: Press and hold the Lock buttonfor
2 seconds. The push bar light will flash as long as

the Lock feature is on.
To turn off: Press and hold the Lock button again

for 2 seconds.The push bar light willstop flashing.

Normal operation will resume. The Lock feature will
also turn oft whenever the SRT button on the opener

end p_al is activated.

32

Receiver and Remote Control Programming

To complywith FCC rules, adjustmentor modificationsof this

receiverand/or transmitterare prohibited,exceptfor changing
the code setting or replacing the battery, THERE ARE NO

o'n.IER USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.

Models with 3-function remote controls: The
remote control(s) has been factory set to operate

with the large push button. However, you can use
either of the two small buttons, if you prefer. And,

the 3-function remote control(s) can also activate
additional garage door openers and/or light controls.

Below are instructions for programming your opener
to match the other buttons on your remote controls

and any additional remote controls you may
purchase. See available accessories on page 38.

Models with a single-function remote control:
The garage door will operate when you press the
remote control push button. Refer to the information

below if you want to add a 3-function remote control
or erase your programmed code.

53000SRT Series Garage Door Openers

(With "SRT" Button)

Your "SR'I" garage door opener will operate with as

many as four "SRT" portable remote controls and

one Multi-Function Keyless Entry.

To-Add A Remote Control

1. Select a remote control push button to operate
the receiver.

2. Press and holdthe selected remote control push

button, Figure 1.

3. Then press and release the "SR'I" buttonon the
back panel of the opener, Figure 2. The opener

lightwill flash once.

Now the opener will operate when the remote

conVol push button is pressed.
If you release the remote control push button

before the opener UgM flashes, the opener will
not accept the code.

To Change the Selected Push Button

" On the Same Remote Control

If you decide to use a different remote control button

than originally programmed into the opener, you

need to erase aJlthe leamed codes and reprogram

each remote control used to operate the garage
door opener.

Children operating or playing with s garage
door opener can Injure themselves or others.

The garage door could close and cause

serious Injury or death. Do not allow children

to operate the wall push button(s) or remote

control(s).

A moving garage door could Injure or kill
someone under It. Activate the opener only

when you can see the door clearly, It is free of

obstruCtions, and Is properly adjusted.

Figure I

Single FunCtion

Mini 3-Function Remote Control

Remote Control

Standard 3-Function Remote Control

Figure 2

Garage Door Opener

(With "Smart" Button)

7 V

To Erase All Remote Control Codes

• Press and hold the "SRT" button on the opener

panel until the indicator light turns off (about 6
seconds). AIIthe codes the opener has learned

will be erased.

• To rsprogram, repeat Steps 1, 2 and 3 for each

remote controlin use.

Code programming Instructions are also located
on the opener panel.

"SRT" Indicator
Buttoe Light

END PANEL

33

Having a Problem?

Situation

The opener doesnl

operate from either
the Wall Control or

the remote control:

Opener operates
from the remote

control, but not from
the Wall Control:

The door operates
from the Wall Control,

but not from the

remote control:

Probable Cause and Solution

1. Does the opener have electd.cpower? Plug.a lamp into the outlei, ffitdoesn't light,

check the fuse box or the drcuit breaker. (Some outletsare controlled bya wall switch.)

2. Have you disabled all door locks?Review installationinstructionwarnings on Page 11.

3. Is there a build-up of ice or snow under the door? The door may be frozen to the

ground. Remove any restdction.

4. The garage door spdng may be broken. Have it replaced.

5. Repeated operation may have tripped the ovedoed protector in the motor. Wait

15 minutes. Try again.

1. Is the Wall Control lit?If not, remove the bell wire from the opener terminal screws.
Short the red and white terminals by touching both terminals at the same time with a

piece of wire. If the opener runs, check for a faulty wire connection at the Wall
Control, a short under the staples, or a broken wire.

2. Are the widng connections correct? Review Step 6, page 18.

1. If your model has the Look feature, make sure the lock is Off.

2. Is any wall push button flashing? Your opener needs to re*learn a remote control
code. Refer to Instructions on the opener panel.

3. Does the battery test light glow when the remote control push button is pressed? If
not, replace the battery.

4. Program the receiver to match the remote control code.

5. Repeat the receiver programming procedure with all remote controls.

The remote control
has short range:

Opener noise Is
disturbing in riving
quarters of home:

The garage door
opens and closes
by Itself:

The door doesn,t
open completely:

1. Check the battery test light. If the light is dim, replace the battery.

2. Change the location of the remote control in.yourcar.

3. Check to be sure the antenna on the side or back panel of opener extends fully
downward.

4.

Some installations may have shorter range due to a metal door. foil backed
insulation, or metal garage siding.

If operational noise is a problem because of proximityof the opener to the living

quarters, the Vibration Isolator Kit 41A3263 can be installed. This kitwas designed to

minimize vibration to the house and iseasy to install.

1. Be sure that all remote control push buttons and battery indicator lights are off.

2. Remove the bell wire from the Wall Control terminals and operate from the remote
control only. If this solves the problem, the Wall Control is faulty (replace), or there is

an intermittent short on the wire I_etween the Wall Control and the opener.

1. If the door has been working prop6dy but now doesn't open all the way, increase the

up force. See page 29.

2. Is something obstructingthe door? Remove the obstructionor repair the door.

3. If door opens at least 5 feet, the travel limitsmay need to be increased. One tum

equals 2 inches of travel. See page 28.

Repeat the safety reverse test after the adjustment Is complete.

The door stops but
doesn,t close

completely:

Review the travel limitsadjustment procedures on page 28.

Repeat the safety reverse test after any adjustment of door arm length, close
force or down rimlL

34

Having a Problem? (conUnued)

Situation

The door opens but
won l close:

The door reversas for
no apparent reason

and opener Ilghte
don_tblink:

The door reverses for

no apparent rsason
and opener lights
bllnk for 5 _conds

after reverelng:

Probable Cause & Solution

1. ffthe opener lights blink, check the safety reversing sensor. See page 23.

2. If the opener lights do not blink and it is a new installation, check the down force.
See Adjustment Step 2, page 29. For an existing installation, see below.

Repeat the safety reverse test after the adjustment Is complete.

1. Is something obstructing the door?.Pull the red emergency release handle. Operate

the door manually. If it is unbalanced or binding, call for professional garage door

service.

,

Clear any ice or snow from the garage floor area where the door closes.

3.

Review the force adjustment procedures on page 29.

4,

Ifdoor reverses in the fully closed pos_on decrease the travel limits(page 28).

Repeat safety reverse test after adjustments to force or travel limits. The need
for occasional adjustment of the force and limit settings Is normal. Weather
conditions In particular can affect door #avel.

Check the safety reversing sensor. Remove any obstruction or align the receiving eye.
See page 23.

The opener lights:

The opener strains or

maximum force Is
needed to operste

door:

The opener motor
hums briefly, then

won't work:

The opener won _

operate due to
power failure:

• .. don_ turn on:

Replace the lightbulbs (75 watts maximum). Use a standard neck garage door opener

bulb if regular bulb bums out.

... don_t turn off:

Is the Light feature on? Turn it off.

The door may he outof balance or the spdngsare broken. Close the door and use the

emergency release to disconnectthe trolley. Open and dose the doormanually.A properly
balanced door.willstay inany pointof travel while being supportedentirelyby itssprings,ffit
does not,disconnectthe opener and call a professional garage door serviceman. Do not
Inoreasa the force te operste the openor.

,

The garage door springs are broken. See above.

2,

ffthe problem occurson the firstoperation ofthe opener, door may he locked. Disab/e
the door/ock, ffthe chain was removed and reinstalled,the motor may be out of phase.

Remove the chain;cycle the motor,tothe down position.Observe the drivespro_at.

When itturns ina clockwisedirection and stops inthe down positlen, reinstallthe chain.

Repeat the safety reverse test af_.r the adjustment is compist_

1. Use 'd'teemergency release to disconnectg-_ trolley.The doorcan be epened and clos_
rnanually.When thepower isrestored,pressthe WallControlpush ber and tmUeywill

automaticallyreconnect(unlesstrolleyisin lockoutposi_on.)See page 32.

2. The Emergency Key Release accessory (for use on garages with no service door)

disconnects the trolley from outside the garage in case of power failure.

The chain droops
or sags:

It is normal for the chain to droop slightly in the closed door position. Use the
emergency release to disconnect the trolley. Ifthe chain retums to normal height when
the trolley is disengaged and the door reverses on a one-inch board, no adjustments
are needed (see page 11).

35

Rail Assembly Parts

5

Repair Parts

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 1A995
2 41A3489
3 1B3117

4 183Bl10

5 83A4
6 41A3473
7 41B2616

41 A3534

DESCRIPTION

Masterlinkkit
Completetrolleyassembly

T-rail- centersection

T-rail - end section(each)

Railgrease
Chainandcable

Cablepulleybracketassembly
NOT SHOWN

Railassemblyhardwarekit(includes
hardwareillustratedon Page7).

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 41A4086-1
2 41A4166

3 41A4066A
4 41A4481

41A3888
41A3592

7 10A14
8 29C128
9 41A2828

10 217A238
11 12B380

12 12B374
13 41A4353
14 41A4373A

15 178B35
16 178B34

17 12B350
18 12B484
19 12B483

20 12B485

41A3535
41A4116

114A1903

DESCRIPTION
Lightedconsolewailcontrol

Lightedpushbuttonwallcontrol

Deluxelightedwallcontrol

Single-functionremotecontrolhousing&screw
only(nocircuitboard)

3-functionremotecontrol housing& screwonly
3-funclioncompact remotecontrol

housing& screw only
12V battery

Remotecontrol visorclip
Emergencyrope& handleassy,

2-conductorbellwire- white& white/red

Doorbracketplate
Doorbracket

Headerbracketw/clevispin& fastener
SafetysensorIdt

(receivingand seedingeyes)

with3' 2-conductorbellwire attached

Curveddoorarmsection
Straightdoorarm section

Hangingbrackets
Squarehole bracket

"C"wrap bracket
Slottedbracket

NOT SHOWN
Installationhardwarebag (includeshardware

illustratedonpage 7).
Safetysensorhardware
Owner'smanual

6

J 16--

17

19

36

Opener Assembly Parts

Repair Parts

(_,,m u.rr swn_ 14

Bro_ c=t_ J_sE.e,v 12

°.:"-"

CenterLimit (Up) _! V+_w

contact c<mam "v_'+"

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

31D380 Sprocket cover

41C4220A Gear and sprocket aasy.

Complete with:

Spring washer

Thrust washer

Retaining ring
Beadng plate

Roll pins (2)
Drive gear and worm gear

Helical gear wlretainer and grease

Drive/worm gear kit w/grease
Roll pins (2)

Line cord

End panel
Lightsocket

Lens

Capacitor - 1/2 h.p.

Capacitor - 1/3 h.p
Capacitor - 1/4 h.p
Capacitor bracket

Terminal blockw/screws

4

5

6
7
8

10

9

41A2817

41134245
41A4352

175B88
108D46
30B363
30B387
30B366
12A373

41A3150

11 41D3058

I

12 41A3474-1

41A3474-2
,41A3474-5

13 41A2818
14 41D3452
15 41C4398A

16 41C4246
17 41A2826
18 41A2822A

19 41A4315-7C

20 41A3691

41A2825

Universal replacement motor and
bracket assembly
Complete with: Motor, worm, bracket,

bearing assembly, RPM sensor

Cover - 1/2 h,p.
Cover - 1/3 h.p.
Cover - 1/4 h.p.

Helical gear and retainer w/grease
Limit switch assembly

RPM sensor assembly

Wire harness assy. w/plug

Shaft bearing kit
Interrupter cup assy.

Receiver logic beard easy.
Complete with:

Logic beard
End panel w/all labels

End panel w/all labels

NOT SHOWN

Opener assembly hardware kit (includes
screws not designated bye number in illus

37

Accessories

Sears offers many useful accessories for your garage door opener. They are Illustrated below with

Sears model numbers and descriptions.
53702 Emergency KeyReieese: 53759 3-Function Compact Remote

j Required for a garage with NO _ Control:

53703

53794

53705

access door. _'_ With key ring& Velcro fastening

Outdoor Key Switch:
Opens the garage door automatically

from outside when remote control is
not handy.

| Foot Rail Extension

Toallowan 8 foot doorto openfully.

10 Foot Rail Extension:
Toall_Na 10 footdoorto open fully.

53773

53774

53776

%

53709

Door Clearance Brackets:
(For Sectional Doors Only)

Replace top brackets and rollers on
door to reduce height of door travel.
For use when installing opener in
garage with low headroom

clearance.

537"/9

strip.

Wire-In Light Control:
Controls interior or extedor lights.

Wires into the electdcal box like a

dimmer switch,

Plug-In Light Control:

Controls interior lights. Plugs into a
wall receptacle.

Multi-Function Keyiess Entry:
Enables homeowner to operate

garage door opener from outside
by entering cede on specially

designed keyboard.

3-Function Standard Size
Remote Control:

includes visor clip.

53714

Support Bracket:

For finished ceilings or where you require additional support based on garage construction.
Includes bracket and fastening hardware.

38

Index

Access Door/Outside Key Release Accessory ............................................................................................... 4, 5

Chain Tension .............................................................................................................................................. 4, 5, 11

Electrical Safety Warnings ........................................................................................................................ 2, 20, 31

Garage Door

Testing for balance, binding and sticking................................................................................................... 3, 28, 31

Determining high point of travel:

Sectional door................................................................................................................................................... 12

One-piece door ................................................................................................................................................. 13

Disabling existing locks.................................................................................................................................... 3, 11

Door clearance brackets (for garages with low headroom) ........................................................................... 12, 38

Force controls

Adjustment procedures ................................................................................................................................. 4, 29

Problems that might require force adjustments .......................................................................................... 34, 35

Safety warnings .......................................................................................................................................... 29, 31

Door hardware ................................................................................................................. 3, 9, 11, 12, 18, 31, 32

Maintenance instruction label ........................................................................................................................ 11, 28

Reinforcement requirements ........................................................................................................................... 4, 24

Removing of all ropes ....................................................................................................................................... 3, 11

Possible door damage ................................................................................................................................... 16, 24

Travel limits

Adjustment procedures ..................................................................................................................................... 28

Problems that might require limit adjustments.......................................................................... :................. 34, 35

Safety warnings .......................................................................................................................................... 28, 31

Manuel (Emergency) Release Rope & Handle

Lockout feature ............. ;...................................................................................................................................... 32

Manual disconnect............................................................................................................................................... 32

Safety wamings ................................................................................................................................. 11, 19; 31, 32

Opener Terminals

Wall control connections ...................................................................................................................................... 18

Safety reversing sensor connections................................................................................................ 23

Outdoor key switch accessory connections ......................................................................................................... 18

Operational Nolea

Sprocket noise ...................................................................................................... _.............................................. 11

Vibration noise (isolator kit) ................................................................................................................................. 34

Receiver and Remote Control

Programming the receiver ........................................................... ;....................................................................... 33

Erasing all codes ................................................................................................................................................. 33

Activating other openers ...................................................................................................................................... 33

Safety waming ..................................................................................................................................................... 33

Problems with remote control operation .............................................................................................................. 34

Safety Reverse Test Procedure .......................................................................................................................... 30

Testing required................................................................................................................................. 11, 30, 34, 35

Safety reverse system problems

Securing header bracket to wall ....................................................................................................................... 12

Adjusting travel limits........................................................................................................................................ 28

Applying excessive force on the door............................................................................................................... 29

Buckling or uneven floor................................................................................................................................. 4, 5

Safety Wamings ......................................................... 2, 3, 9, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33

User Instruction Label for garage wall ........................................................................................................ 11, 18

39

CRAFTSMAN®

OWNER'S

MANUAL

Model No.

139.53225SRT1

139.53325SRT1

139.53425SRT1

139.53628SRT1

139.53629SRT1

139.53635SRT1

139.53637SRT1

139.53824SRT1

GARAGE DOOR OPENER

For the repair or replacement parts you need

Call 7 am -7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

For in-home major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-80o-473-7247)

For the location of •

Sears Repair Service Center In your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing • Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1'800-827-6655

SEARS

®

•The model number

label is located under

the light lens on the
front end panel of
your opener.

When requesting
service or ordering
parts, always provide
the following

information:

• Product Type

• Model Number

• Part Number

• Part Description

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SEARS WARRANTY

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON GARAGE DOOR OPENER

For 90 days from the da_e of purchase, Sears will repair any defect in material or

workmanship at no charge.

UMn_D WARRANTY

From the 91st day untll ons ysar from the date of purohaee, Sears wi Ifurnish
rsplacerneof parts for any defeofive pelts, froe of charge. You pay for labor.

UMITED WARRANTY ON 1/2 HP AND 1/2 HP MOTORS

1/2HP MOTOR: After I year and through 5 years, Seam will furntsh replacement
parts for any defective parts in motor, free of charge. You pay for labor.

1/3HP MOTOR: After 1 year and through 3 years, Sears will furnish replacement
parts for any detocthm parts in motor, free of charge. You pay for labor.

Sears will not be liable for loss or damage to property or any Incidental or
consequential loss of expense from property damage due directly or Indirectly

from the use of this product.
Some statos do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages, so the above fimitattonor exclusion may not apply to you.
This warran_ does not cover repairs necessary because of operator abuse or

negflgence, including failure to install, adjust and operate the opener accord rig to

instructions contained in the owneCs manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST

SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may ;dee have other rights
which vary from state to state,

SEARS ROEBUCK AND COMPANY, DepL 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

FOR CRAFTSMAN OPENERS

UMITATION ON UABILITY

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 UoS.A.

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