The Chamberlain Group, Inc.
A DUCHOSSOIS ENTERPRISE
845 Larch Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126
Complies with UL 325
Regulations effective
January 1, 1993.
®
■ Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully!
■ Fasten the manual near the garage door after installation.
■ The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector System
properly aligned
■ Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation.
■ The model number label is located on the front panel of your opener.
®
is connected and
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CONTENTSPAGE
When you see these Safety Symbols on the following pages, they will alert you to the possibility of
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.
MechanicalElectrical
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
A review of safety alert symbols ...............................2
You'll need tools........................................................3
Safety information regarding garage door locks
and ropes...............................................................3
Testing your garage door for sticking, binding
and balance ...........................................................3
llustration of sectional door installation ....................4
Illustration of one-piece door installation...................4
Start by reviewing these important safety alert symbols
serious injuries or death
come from something mechanical or from electric shock.
if you do not comply with the corresponding instructions. The hazard may
Read the instructions carefully.
2
Page 3
Pliers
Wire Cutters
Claw Hammer
Hack Saw
Screwdriver
Adjustable End Wrench
1/2" and 7/16" Sockets
and Wrench
Drill
Tape Measure
2
1
Stepladder
Pencil
3/16", 5/16" and
5/32" Drill Bits
Carpenter's
Level
You'll Need Tools
During assembly, installation and adjustment of the opener, instructions will call for hand tools shown below.
ONE-PIECE DOOR
ONE-PIECE DOOR
PORTE RIGIDE
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
3
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.
Operation at other than 120V 60 Hz will cause
opener malfunction and damage.
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 page 4.
Before you begin, complete the following test to
make sure your door is balanced, and is not
sticking or binding:
• Lift the door about halfway as shown. Release the
door. It should stay in place, supported entirely by
its springs.
• Raise and lower the door to see if there is any
binding or sticking.
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 yourself!
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.
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Safety Reversing
Sensor
Horizontal and vertical reinforcement
is needed for lightweight garage doors
(fiberglass, steel, aluminum,
door with glass panels, etc.).
See page 20 for details.
FINISHED CEILING
Support bracket &
fastening hardware
is required.
See page 13.
— — — — — — — —
Door
Center
Header Wall
Safety
Reversing
Sensor
Floor must be level
across width of door
Extension Spring
Torsion Spring
Access Door
OR
Slack in chain tension
is normal when
garage door is closed.
Before you begin, survey your garage area to see whether any of the conditions below apply to your installation.
FINISHED CEILING
Support bracket
& fastening
hardware is required.
See page 13.
Slack in chain tension
is normal when
garage door is closed.
Safety
Reversing
Sensor
Header
Wall
Access Door
Safety Reversing Sensor
Gap between floor and bottom of
door must not exceed 1/4"
Access
Door
Floor must be level
across width of door
Slack in Chain Tension
is Normal When
Garage Door is Closed
Safety
Reversing Sensor
Safety
Reversing Sensor
One-Piece Door without Track
One-Piece Door with Track
One-Piece Door Installation
You may find it helpful to refer back to this page as
you proceed with the installation of your opener.
Sectional Door Installation
4
Page 5
Straight Door
Arm Section
Curved Door
Arm Section
Safety Labels
and
Literature
Header Bracket
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Safety Reversing Sensor
Mounting Bracket
With Square Holes (2)
"C" Wrap (2)
Safety Reversing Sensor
Mounting Bracket
With Slot (2)
Sprocket Cover
2 Conductor Bell Wire
White & White/Red
Remote Control
Transmitter (1)
with 12V battery
LIGHT
LOCK
Multi-Function
Door Control Panel
Lighted Door Control Button
w/ 6ABx1-1/2" Screws
Light Lens (1)
Light Lens (2)
Remote Control
Transmitter Visor Clip
One-Piece
T-rail
Styrofoam
Chain
Pulley Bracket
Trolley
Chain
(Model 1260)
(Model 1245)
(Model 1260)
(Model 1245)
(2) Safety Reversing Sensors
(1 Sending Eye and 1 Receiving Eye)
with
2-Conductor White & White/Black Bell Wire
attached
Door Bracket
Your garage door opener is packaged in two cartons which contain all parts illustrated below. If anything is
missing, carefully check the packing material. Parts may be "stuck" in the foam. Hardware for installation is
also listed below.
To fasten rail, use only those screws mounted
in top of the opener. Failure to do so will cause
serious damage to the opener.
USE ONLY THIS
TYPE AND SIZE
SCREW
Washered Screw
5/16"-18x1/2"
Styrofoam
Chain
T-rail
Hole
10/4/91
88
• Position chain over the opener sprocket. If
necessary, loosen the outer nut on the trolley to
obtain more chain slack.
• Insert the second washered screw.
CAUTION: Use only the screw previously
removed from opener!
• Tighten both screws securely through the T-rail
into the opener as shown.
Install 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.
• Remove the two washered screws mounted in top
of opener.
• Position T-rail at a 45˚ angle to opener so one hole
in T-rail and opener line up.
• Thread one of the washered screws part way in.
Use only these screws!
Use of any other screws
will cause serious damage to door opener.
• Align T-rail and styrofoam over opener sprocket.
Cut tape from T-rail, chain and styrofoam.
• REMOVE STYROFOAM.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
Assembly Section: Pages 6 – 7
USE ONLY THIS
TYPE AND SIZE
SCREW
Washered Screw
5/16"-18x1/2"
Opener
Sprocket
Sprocket
Cover
Mounting
Plate
Front Tab Slot
Back Tab Slot
Top of Opener
Proceed to Assembly Step 3, Page 7
Serious injury can result if fingers become
entangled in moving opener sprocket. Attach
sprocket cover securely. Never operate opener
while your hand is near the opener sprocket.
WARNING
WARNING
Assembly Step 1
Attach the T-rail to the Opener
Assembly Step 2
Attach Chain to Sprocket and
Install Sprocket Cover
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Page 7
Assembly Step 3
7
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of severe 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 professional service person 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 floor with the manual 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 Door 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.
7. Install the User Safety Instruction Label on the wall adjacent to the control button and the
Maintenance Instruction Label in a prominent location on the inside of the garage door.
8. Upon completion of the installation, the door must reverse when it comes in contact with a
2x4 laid flat on the floor.
9. Do not wear watches, rings or loose clothing while installing or servicing an opener. Jewelry or
loose clothing can be caught in the mechanism of the garage door or the opener.
Lock
Washer
To Tighten Outer Nut
Inner Nut
Trolley
Chain
Base of T-rail
1/2 Inch
Step 5 Tighten Chain LiftMaster '92
4/28/92
To Tighten
Inner Nut
Outer Nut
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
You have now finished assembling your garage door opener. Please read the following
warnings before proceeding to the installation section.
• Spin the inner nut and lock washer down the
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 1/2" above the
base of the T-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.
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 manual release handle to disconnect
trolley before adjusting chain.
Tighten the Chain
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Header
Wall
Ceiling
Track
Highest Point
of Travel
Door
Door
Track
SECTIONAL DOOR AND
ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK
Vertical
Guideline
Finished
Ceiling
Vertical
Guideline
2x4Structural
Supports
2"
Header
Wall
Highest Point
of Travel
2"
8
Door
Track
Header
Wall
Highest Point
of Travel
2"
SECTIONAL DOOR AND
ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK
Vertical
Guideline
Finished
Ceiling
Vertical
Guideline
Header
Wall
2x4Structural
Supports
SECTIONAL Doors and
ONE-PIECE Door With Track
• Close the door and mark the inside
vertical 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 to the
left or right of the door center
Installation Section: Pages 8 – 23
Sectional door with
curved track
One-piece door with
horizontal track
Installation Step 1
Determine Header Bracket Location
Installation procedures vary according to garage
door types. Follow the instructions which apply to
your door.
If the header bracket is not rigidly fastened to
a structural support on the header wall or
ceiling, the safety reverse system may not
work properly (see page 26).
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 service.
WARNING
WARNING
a torsion spring or center bearing
plate is in the way; or you can attach
it to the ceiling (refer to page 10)
when clearance is minimal. (It may
be mounted on the wall upside down
if necessary, to gain approximately
1/2".)
If you 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.
only
if
• 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.
Proceed to Step 2, page 10.
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Header Wall
Vertical
Centerline
Vertical
Centerline of
Garage Door
2x4
Unfinished
Ceiling
Structural
Supports
2x4
OPTIONAL CEILING MOUNT
FOR HEADER BRACKET
EXAMPLE
Distance from top of door
(at highest point of travel) to floor...........................92"
Actual height of door.............................................-88"
Bracket height on header wall..............................=12"
(Measure UP from top of CLOSED door.)
Proceed to Step 2, page 10.
Door
Highest Point
of Travel
Header
Wall
Pivot
Distance
Header Wall
Highest Point
of Travel
Door
Distance
Jamb
Hardware
Header Wall
Vertical
Centerline
Vertical
Centerline of
Garage Door
2x4
Unfinished
Ceiling
Structural
Supports
2x4
OPTIONAL CEILING MOUNT
FOR HEADER BRACKET
Door
Highest Point
of Travel
Header
Wall
Pivot
Distance
Vertical
2x4
Unfinished
Ceiling
Structural
Supports
2x4
OPTIONAL CEILING MOUNT
FOR HEADER BRACKET
ONE-PIECE Door Without Track
• 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 10 for ceiling
installation.
One-piece door without track
jamb hardware
One-piece door without track
pivot hardware
Read the Safety Instructions on page 8. They also apply to doors without tracks.
• Close the door and mark the
inside vertical centerline 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 10.
•
If you 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.
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Page 10
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Wall
Mounting Holes
Optional
Wall Mounting
Holes
The nail hole is for positioning
only. You must use lag screws to
mount the header bracket.
UP
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
Garage
Door
Vertical
Center Line
Header
Wall
Finished
Ceiling
Header
Bracket
6" Maximum
Vertical
Center Line
Door
Spring
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
Highest
Point of Travel
(of Garage Door)
Vertical
Center
Line
Header
Wall
Garage
Door
Mounting Header Bracket to WALL
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Wall
Mounting Holes
Optional
Wall Mounting
Holes
The nail hole is for positioning
only. You must use lag screws to
mount the header bracket.
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Door
Spring
Header
Bracket
2x4
Structural
Support
Vertical
Center
Line
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
Highest
Point of Travel
(of Garage Door)
Vertical
Center
Line
Header
Wall
Garage
Door
Mounting Header Bracket to WALL
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Wall
Mounting Holes
Optional
Wall Mounting
Holes
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Ceiling Mounting Holes
The nail hole is for positioning
only. You must use lag screws to
mount the header bracket.
The nail hole is for positioning only.
You must use lag screws to mount
the header bracket.
UP
CEILING MOUNT ONLY
Door
Spring
Header
Bracket
2x4
Vertical
Center
Line
UP
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
Garage
Door
Vertical
Center Line
Header
Wall
Finished
Ceiling
HeaderBracket
6" Maximum
Vertical
Center Line
Door
Spring
• 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.
Fasten the Header Bracket to the Ceiling
Installation Step 2
Lag Screw
5/16"-9 x1-5/8"
Hardware Shown Actual Size
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.
Fasten the Header Bracket to the Wall
• 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).
• Mark either set of bracket holes (do not use the
holes designated for ceiling mount). Drill 3/16" pilot
holes and fasten the bracket securely to a structural
support with the hardware provided.
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Header
Bracket
Chain
Pulley
Bracket
Temporary
Support
Header Wall
Garage
Door
T-rail
Clevis Pin
5/16"x2-3/4 "
Ring Fastener
Header Bracket
Chain
Pulley
Bracket
T-rail
INCREASE TRAVEL
DOWN
UP
• Position the opener on the garage floor below the
header bracket. Use packing material as a
protective base.
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.
• Position the chain pulley bracket against the header
bracket.
• Align the bracket holes and join with a clevis pin as
shown.
• Insert a ring fastener to secure.
11
Installation Step 3
Attach the T-rail to the Header Bracket
Clevis Pin
5/16"x2-3/4"
Ring Fastener
Hardware Shown Actual Size
Page 12
Installation Step 4
To prevent damage to steel, aluminum,
fiberglass or glass panel doors, do not rest the
opener on the door without using a 2x4.
SECTIONAL Door & ONE-PIECE Door with Track
T-Rail
2x4
laid flat
Door
Stepladder
Top of Opener
Header
Bracket
Top of Door
Stepladder
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 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 top of
the opener. Do not position the opener more than
2" above this point.
Top of Opener
Header
Bracket
Top of Door
Stepladder
12
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
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 if the ladder is
not tall enough.
• Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 laid flat
on the top section 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 inner and outer sections. The
trolley can remain disconnected until Step 12
is completed.
Manual Disconnect and Lockout
Sears -92
9/7/90, 3/2/92
Trolley
Release Arm
Trolley
Trolley
Release Arm
NOTICE
Manual
Release Handle
(Pull Down & Back
Towards Opener)
Trolley
Trolley
Release Arm
Position the Opener
Follow instructions which apply to your door type
as illustrated.
Page 13
Installation Step 5
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. The bracket and fastening hardware are not
supplied.
• Measure the distance from
each
side of the opener
to the structural support.
• Cut both pieces of the hanging bracket to required
lengths.
• Drill 3/16" pilot holes in the structural supports.
• Attach one end of each bracket to a support with
5/16"-18x1-7/8" lag screws.
• Fasten the opener to the hanging brackets with
5/16"-18x7/8" hex screws, lock washers and nuts.
• Check to make sure the T-rail is centered over the
door (or in line with the header bracket if the
bracket is not centered above the door).
• Remove the 2x4. Operate the door manually. If the
door hits the rail, raise the header bracket.
The opener could fall and injure someone if it
is not properly secured.
Fasten the opener
securely to structural supports of the garage.
Lag Screw
5/16"-18x1-7/8"
Hex Screw
5/16"-18x7/8"
Nut 5/16"-18
Lock Washer 5/16"
Hardware Shown Actual Size
WARNING
WARNING
Figure 1
Figure 2
Grease the top and underside of the rail
surface where the trolley slides with rail
grease.
RAIL GREASE
NO. 83A4
Hang the Opener
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Installation Step 6
Children operating or playing with a garage
door opener can injure themselves or others.
The garage door could close and cause
serious injury or death.
Install the Door 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(s) or the remote control transmitter(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 no obstructions to door
travel.
Opener
Terminal
Screws
2-Conductor
Bell Wire
Antenna
Back Panel
of Opener
Lighted
Door
Control
Terminal
Screws
2-Conductor
Bell Wire
WHT
-2
RED
-1
Door Control
Push Bar
LIGHT
LOCK
WHITE -2
Multi-Function
Door Control Panel
RED -1
Light Button
Lock Button
Multi-Function
Door Control Panel
Terminal Screws
2-Conductor
Bell Wire
Lighted
Door Control
Button
KG
KG
1
3
9
7
5
1
3
9
7
5
23
1
• 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 Door Control by color:
white to 2 and white/red to 1.
• Locate the Door 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 Multi-Function Door Control Panel
securely with 6ABx1" screws. Fasten the Lighted
Door Control Button securely with 6ABx1-1/2"
screws. If installing into drywall, drill 5/32" holes
and use the anchors provided.
• Run the bell wire up the wall 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 terminals and the antenna are located on
the back panel of the opener. Position the antenna
wire as shown.
• Then connect the bell wire to the opener terminal
screws: white to 2 and white/red to 1.
• Remember to affix the User Safety Instruction
label to the wall near the Door Control, and the
Maintenance Instruction label in a prominent
location on the inside of the garage door.
If the label adhesive will not adhere to your garage
wall surface (or becomes loose with time) use tacks
to secure the label alongside the Door Control.
Page 28 explains how to operate the opener using
the door controls and the Lock & Light features
available on the Multi-Function Door Control Panel.
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 and properly aligned.
See Safety Reversing Sensor Instructions
beginning on page 17.
Insulated
Staples
6ABx1-1/2" Screw
Lighted Door Control Button
Hardware Shown Actual Size
Outside Keylock Accessory Connections
To opener terminal screws:
white to 2 and white/red to 1
WARNING
WARNING
Model 1245
Model 1260
Install the Door Control
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Page 15
Lens
Tab
Lens Slot
75 Watt Max.
Light Bulb
Lens Tab
Light
Lens
Screw
Panel
Installation Step 7
Installation Step 8
Attach the Manual Release
Rope and Handle
Do not use the red handle to pull the door
open or closed.
The rope knot could become
untied and you could fall.
Use the manual
release only to disengage the trolley and, 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. Serious injury may result to persons
under the door. Make sure the doorway is clear
of persons and obstructions before pulling
handle when door is open.
• 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.
The knot should be at least 1" 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 6 feet above the
floor. Secure with an overhand knot.
If it is necessary to cut the rope, heat seal the cut
end with a match or lighter to prevent unraveling.
Manual Release Rope and Handle
10/7/91
Trolley
NOTICE
Overhand
Knot
Manual
Release Handle
Rope
Overhand
Knot
Trolley
Release Arm
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WARNING
WARNING
Lens
Guide
Lens
Tab
Lens
Slot
75 Watt (Max)
Light Bulb
Figure 1
Figure 2
Install the Light(s) and the Lens(es)
Install the light(s)
• Install a 75 watt maximum light bulb in each
socket. The light(s) will turn ON and remain lit for
approximately 4-1/2 minutes when power is
connected. Then the light(s) will turn OFF.
• If the bulbs burn out prematurely due to vibration,
replace with a "Garage Door Opener" bulb.
Install the lenses: (Model 1260) Figure 1
• Slide lenses into guides. Snap bottom tabs into
lens slots.
• Reverse the procedure to remove the lenses.
Install the lens: (Model 1245) Figure 2
• Locate and loosen (approximately 1/8") the two
screws near top of opener front panel. Position
lens against panel with slotted tabs directly below
screws. Slide lens up to seat tabs behind screws.
Snap bottom tabs of lens into panel slots.
Retighten top panel screws to secure lens.
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Ground Tab
Green
Ground
Screw
Ground Wire
STEP 8 Connect Electric Power - Sears 315-699 #2
Model5315, 53415, 53515,43625 & 53699 (Yellow Disk #2)
3/3/89 - 7/25/89 - 8/2/89 - 4/17/92
BlackWire
Installation Step 9
Ground Tab
Green
Ground
Screw
Ground Wire
Black
Wire
White Wire
Black
Wire
To avoid installation difficulties,
do not run the opener at this time.
To avoid installation difficulties,
do not run the opener at this time.
If permanent wiring is required by your local code, refer to the following procedure:
To prevent electrocution, remove power from
the garage door opener
and
from the circuit
you plan to use for the permanent
connection.
WARNING
WARNING
Right
Wrong
Permanent Wiring
Connection
Electrical Requirement
To reduce the risk of electric shock, your garage
door opener has a grounding type plug with a third
grounding pin. This plug will
type outlet.
If the plug doesn't fit into the outlet you have,
contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet.
only
fit into a grounding
To prevent electrocution or fire,
installation
and 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 outlet.
• 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 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.
grounded.
• Reinstall the cover.
The opener must be
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Invisible Light Beam
Protection Area
Sensor
Beam
4-6" max.
above floor
Sensor
Beam
4-6" max.
above floor
The Protector System
®
Information you'll need before you begin the installation of the safety reversing sensor.
Be sure power to the opener is disconnected.
The sending eye transmits an invisible light beam to
the receiving eye.The units can be installed on
either side of the garage door as long as the sun
never shines directly 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 Figure 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
will flash for 5 seconds.
WARNING
WARNING
The safety reversing sensor
must
be 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.
Installation procedures are the same for sectional
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.
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, springs,
hinges, rollers or other 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.
Figure 1: Facing the door from inside the garage
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Page 18
1/4x1-1/2"
Lag Screw
#10-32x3/8"
Screw
1/4"-20
Lock Nut
#10x32
Lock Nut
Staples
1/4"-20x1/2"
Carriage Bolts
Installation Step 10
Inside
Garage
Wall
"C" Wrap
Mounting Bracket
with Square Holes
1/4"-20x1/2"
Carriage Bolts
1/4"-20 Lock Nuts
Drill 3/8"
Holes
Garage
Door Track
Garage DOOR Track Installation
Mounting Bracket
With Square Holes
#10-32x3/8"
Screws
"C" Wrap
#10-32
Lock Nuts
Garage WALL or DOOR TRACK Installation
Mounting Bracket
with Slot
1/4"-20
Lock Nuts
1/4x1-1/2"
Lag Screws
1/4-20x1/2" Carriage Bolts
(with square shoulder)
Inside
Garage
Wall
"C" Wrap
Mounting Bracket
with Square Holes
Garage WALL Installation
Hardware Shown Actual Size
"C" Wrap
Inside
Garage
Wall
Mounting Bracket
with Square Holes
Garage
Floor
Mounting Bracket
with Slot
Alternate Wall Mount
Sensor
with wire
Indicator Light
Indicator Light
Inside
Garage
Wall
Alternate Floor Mount
Mounting Bracket
with Slot
Attach with
concrete anchors
(not provided)
Mounting Bracket
with Square Holes
"C" Wrap
Sensor with wire
Garage
Floor
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 6Figure 5
Figures 5 and 6 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.
Figure 2
Install the Safety Reversing Sensor
Figures 2, 3 and 4 show recommended assembly of
bracket(s) and "C" wrap based on the
installation of the sensors on each side of the
garage door as shown on page 17, or on the
garage door tracks
themselves.
For Garage Wall or Door Track
• Fasten the "C" wraps to the mounting brackets
having square holes, using the hardware shown in
Figure 2.
For Door Track
Installation Only
• Discard slotted bracket. Drill 3/8" holes in each
track and fasten securely with hardware as shown
in Figure 3.
For Wall
Installation
• Connect each assembly to a slotted bracket, using
the hardware shown in Figure 4. Note alignment
of brackets for left and right sides 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 warning on
page 17.)
• Attach bracket assemblies with
1/4"x1-1/2" lag screws as shown in Figure 4.
• Adjust right and left side bracket assemblies to the
same distance out from mounting surface. Make
sure all door hardware obstructions are cleared.
Tighten the nuts securely.
wall
Installation
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Invisible Light Beam
Protection Area
Sensor
Sensor
Connect Wire to
Opener Terminals
Bell Wire
Bell Wire
Finished
Ceiling
OPENER TERMINAL SCREWS
Sensor
Connections
Door Control
Connections
(dotted line)
1
23
• Center each sensor unit in a "C" wrap with lenses
1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt
"C" Wrap
Sensor
with Wire
Wing
Nut
Indicator
Light
Trouble Shooting
1. If the
sending eye
indicator light does not
glow
steadily
after installation, check for:
• Electric power to the opener.
• A short in the white or white/black wires. These
can occur under staples or at screw terminal
connections.
• Incorrect wiring between sensors and opener.
• An open wire, (wire break).
• Lock switch on Multi-Function Door Control Panel
is on. Turn it
off
.
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.
3.If the receiving eye indicator light is dim, realign
either sensor.
NOTE: When the invisible beam path is obstructed or
misaligned while the door is closing, the door will
reverse. If the door is already open, it will not close.
The opener lights will flash 10 times. (If bulbs are not
installed, 10 clicks are audible.) See page 17.
1/4-20x1-1/2"
Hex Bolt
Wing Nut
Hardware Shown Actual Size
Figure 7
Figure 8
pointing toward each other across the door (see
Figure 7).
• Secure sensors with the hardware shown. Finger
tighten the wing nut on the
for final adjustment. Securely tighten the
eye
wing nut.
receiving eye
to allow
sending
• Run the wires from both sensors to the opener.
Use insulated staples to secure the wire to wall
and ceiling.
• Strip 1/4" of insulation from 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.
Aligning the Safety Sensors
• Plug in the opener. Green indicator lights in both
the sending and receiving eyes will
glow steadily
wiring connections and alignment are correct.
The
sending
eye indicator light will glow regardless
of alignment or obstruction. If the indicator light is
off, dim, or flickering in the
receiving eye
(and the
invisible light beam path is not obstructed),
alignment is required.
• Loosen the
sending
eye wing nut and re-adjust,
aiming directly at the receiving eye. Lock in place.
• Loosen the
receiving
eye wing nut and adjust
sensor vertically and/or horizontally until it receives
the sender’s beam. When the green indicator light
glows steadily,
tighten the wing nut.
if
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Installation Step 11
To prevent damage to steel, aluminum,
fiberglass or glass panel doors, always
reinforce the inside of the door both vertically
and horizontally with angle iron.
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 illustration shows one piece of angle iron as the horizontal brace. For the vertical 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 kit.
• Center the door bracket on the previously marked
vertical guideline used for the header bracket
installation.
Note correct UP placement, as
stamped inside the bracket.
• 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 support across the top of the door.
• Mark and drill 5/16" left and right fastening holes.
Secure the bracket as shown in Figure 1 if there is
vertical reinforcement.
If your installation doesn't require vertical reinforcement but does need top and bottom fastening holes
for the door bracket, fasten as shown in Figure 2.
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Vertical
Guideline
Door
Bracket
Nut
5/16"-18
Carriage Bolt
5/16"-18x2-1/2"
Lock
Washer
5/16"
Vertical
Guideline
UP
UP
Door
Bracket
Location
Header
Bracket
Horizontal and vertical reinforcement
is needed for lightweight garage doors
(fiberglass, aluminum, steel,
doors with glass panel, etc).
Vertical
Reinforcement
Door Bracket
Inside Edge
of Door or
Reinforcement Board
SECTIONAL Door Installation Procedure
Nut 5/16"-18
Lock Washer 5/16"
Carriage Bolt
5/16"-18x2-1/2"
Hardware Shown Actual Size
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
Figure 1
Figure 2
Fasten Door Bracket
Follow instructions which apply to your door type
as illustrated below or on page 21.
Page 21
Horizontal and vertical
reinforcement is needed for
lightweight garage doors
(fiberglass, aluminum, steel,
door with glass panel, etc.).
Header Wall
Vertical
Centerline of
Garage Door
— Finished Ceiling —
Optional
Placement
of Door
Bracket
Header
Bracket
2x4 Support
Door
Bracket
For a door with no
exposed framing or for
the optional installation,
use 5/16"x1-1/2" lag
screws (not supplied) to
fasten door bracket.
Door
Bracket
Top of Door
(Inside Garage)
Carriage Bolt
5/16"-18x2-1/2"
Optional
Placement
Lock Washer
5/16"
Nut
5/16"-18
Top Edge
of Door
All ONE-PIECE Door Installation Procedure
• Center the bracket on the top of the door, in line
with the header bracket as shown. Mark either the
left and right, or the top and bottom holes.
• Drill 5/16" pilot holes and fasten the door bracket
with hardware supplied.
If the door has no exposed framing, drill 3/16" 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"x1-1/2" lag screws (not supplied) to fasten
the bracket to the door.
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Please read and comply with the warnings and reinforcement instructions on page 20.
They apply to one-piece doors also.
Carriage Bolt
5/16"-18x2-1/2"
Nut 5/16"-18
Lock Washer 5/16"
Hardware Shown Actual Size
Page 22
Ring
Fastener
Door
Bracket
Clevis Pin
5/16"x1-1/4"
Curved
Door Arm
Straight
Door Arm
Clevis Pin
5/16"x1"
Lock
Washers
5/16"
Nuts
5/16"-18
Door Bracket
Screws
5/16"-18x7/8"
Manual
Release
Handle
Rope
Lock
Washers
5/16"
Nuts
5/16"-18
Screws
5/16"-18x7/8"
Cut This End
Inner Trolley
Outer Trolley
Installation Step 12
Make sure garage door is fully closed. Pull the manual 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 2:
• Bring arm sections together. Find two pairs of holes
that line up and join sections. Select holes as far
apart as possible to increase door arm rigidity.
Figure 3:
• If holes in curved arm are
Figure 1:
• Fasten straight door arm section to outer trolley
with the 5/16"x1" clevis pin. Secure the connection
with a ring fastener.
• Fasten curved section to the door bracket in the
same way, using the 5/16"x1-1/4" clevis pin.
SECTIONAL Doors Only
Hardware Shown Actual Size
Figure 1Figure 2
Figure 3
Hole Alignment Alternative
Connect Door Arm to Trolley
Follow instructions which apply to your door type
as illustrated below and on page 23.
arm, disconnect straight arm. Cut about 6" from
the solid end. Reconnect to trolley with
down
above
as shown.
holes in straight
cut end
• Bring arm sections together.
• Find two pairs of holes that line up and join with
screws, lock washers and nuts.
Proceed to Adjustment Step 1, page 24. Trolley will re-engage automatically when the opener is operated.
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Page 23
Door Arm to Trolley 1 pc
1/96
Nuts
5/16"-18
Lock
Washers
5/16"
Ring
Fastener
Straight
Arm
Screws
5/16"-18x7/8
Door
Bracket
Clevis Pin
5/16"x1-1/4"
Curved
Door Arm
Door Arm
Fully Open
Trolley
Door Arm
Connector Hole
Closed
Door
Open Door
Door with
Backward Slant
Door Arm
Connector Hole
Fully Closed
Trolley
Door Arm
All ONE-PIECE Doors
Assemble the Door Arm:
• 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 the 5/16"x1-1/4"
clevis pin.
• Secure with a ring fastener.
On one-piece doors, before connecting the door arm to the trolley the travel limits must be adjusted. Limit
adjustment screws are located on the left side panel as shown on page 24. Follow adjustment procedures
below.
Adjustment Procedures for One-Piece Doors
Open Door Adjustment:
Decrease UP limit
• Turn the UP limit adjustment screw counterclockwise 5-1/2 turns.
• Press the Door Control button/push bar. The
trolley will travel to the fully open position.
• Manually raise the door to the open position
(parallel to the floor), and lift the 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. If the arm does not extend far enough,
adjust the limit further. One full turn equals 2" of
trolley travel.
Closed Door Adjustment:
Decrease DOWN limit
• Turn the DOWN limit adjustment screw clockwise 5
complete turns.
• Press the Door Control button/push bar. The trolley
will travel to the fully closed position.
• Manually close the door and lift the door arm to the
trolley. 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 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. If the door has a slight "backward" slant in full open position as
shown in the illustration, decrease the UP limit until the door is parallel to the floor.
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Page 24
Left Side
Panel
Limit
Adjustment
Screws
INCREASE TRAVEL
DOWN
UP
Adjustment Label
INCREASE TRAVEL
DOWN
UP
Cover
Protection
Bolt
2-4"
Adjustment Section: Pages 24 – 26
Improper adjustment of the travel limits could
interfere with the proper operation of the
safety reverse system.
The door might not
reverse properly when required and could
seriously injure or kill someone under it.
Test
the safety reverse system following all
adjustments to the travel limits. See page 26.
WARNING
WARNING
Adjustment Step 1
Adjust the UP and DOWN Limits
Do not make any limit adjustments until the
safety reversing sensors are completely
installed.
Limit adjustment settings regulate the points at
which the door will
The door will
interferes with door travel. The door will
the
down
direction if anything interferes with the
door travel (including binding or unbalanced doors).
To operate the opener, press the Door Control
button/push bar. Run the opener through a
complete travel cycle.
• Does the door open and close completely?
• Does the door stay closed and not reverse
unintentionally when fully closed?
If your door passes both of these tests, no limit
adjustments are necessary unless the reversing test
fails (See page 26).
stop
stop
when moving up or down.
in the
up
direction if anything
reverse
in
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 wait 15 minutes and try again.
Read the procedures carefully before continuing on
to Adjustment Step 2. Use a screwdriver to make
limit adjustments.
How and When to Adjust the Limits
• If the door does not
opens
Increase
at least
up
travel. Turn the UP limit adjustment
screw clockwise. One turn equals 2" of travel.
NOTE: To prevent the trolley from hitting the
cover protection bolt, keep a minimum distance
of 2-4" between the trolley and the bolt.
• 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
Increase
down
travel. Turn the DOWN limit
adjustment screw counterclockwise. One turn
equals 2" of travel.
If the door still won't close completely and the trolley
bumps into the pulley bracket (see page 4 or 5), try
lengthening the door arm (see page 22).
open completely
five feet:
close completely:
, but
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 8 and 9.
• If the opener
Decrease
reverses
down
travel. Turn the DOWN limit
in fully closed position:
adjustment screw clockwise. One turn equals 2" of
travel.
• If the door
reverses
when closing and there is
no visible interference to travel cycle:
If the opener lights are flashing, the Safety Reversing
Sensors are either not installed, misaligned, or
obstructed. See Troubleshooting, page 19.
Test the door for binding: Pull the manual 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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Page 25
Adjustment Step 2
Too much force on the door will interfere with
the proper operation of the safety reverse
system.
The door might not reverse properly
when required and could seriously injure or
kill someone under it.
Do not increase the
force beyond the minimum amount required to
close the door. Do not use the force
adjustments to compensate for a binding or
sticking garage door. Test the safety reverse
system following all adjustments to force
levels. See page 26.
Force adjustment controls are located on the back
panel of the opener. Force adjustment settings
regulate the amount of power required to open and
close the door.
The door will
Force
Adjustment
Controls
Back Panel
of Opener
KG
KG
1
3
9
7
5
1
3
9
7
5
1
2
3
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 one-inch
obstruction. See page 26.
If the door is hard to
hold or doesn't reverse, decrease the DOWN (close)
force by turning the control counterclockwise.
Make 10 degree turn 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 turn adjustments until the door
stops easily. After each adjustment, run the opener
through a complete travel cycle.
If the door doesn't open
at least
5 feet
Increase UP (Open) force by turning the control
clockwise. Make 10 degree turn adjustments until
door opens completely. Re-adjust the UP limit if
necessary. After each adjustment, run the opener
through a complete travel cycle.
If the door
reverses
during the down (close) cycle
and the opener lights aren't flashing
Increase DOWN (close) force by turning the control
clockwise. Make 10 degree turn adjustments until the
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 door.
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The Chamberlain Group, Inc.Step 2 Adjust Force - CGI5/1/92 - 5/5/92 - 5/26/92
Force
Adjustment
Controls
Back Panel
KG
KG
1
3
9
7
5
1
3
9
7
5
1
2
3
Adjustment Label
KG
KG
1
3
9
7
5
1
3
9
7
5
WARNING
WARNING
Adjust the Force
stop
interferes with its travel. The door will
down
direction if anything interferes with its travel
(including binding or unbalanced doors).
If the forces are set too light, door travel may be
interrupted by
direction and
conditions can affect the door movement, so
occasional adjustment may be needed.
The maximum force adjustment range is
260 degrees, about 3/4 of a complete turn. Do not
force controls beyond that point. Turn force
adjustment controls with a screwdriver.
in the updirection if anything
nuisance reversals
stops
in the
up
in the
direction. Weather
reverse
down
in the
Page 26
Test:
GARAGE DOOR
2x4 laid flat
26
Adjustment Step 3
Test the Protector System
®
• 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 will not move more than an inch,
and the opener light(s) 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 if the indicator light in either sensor is
off
(alerting you to the fact that the sensor is
misaligned or obstructed).
The garage door can be closed by pressing and
holding the Door Control button/push bar until down
travel is completed.
Safety Reversing Sensor
Safety Reversing Sensor
Important safety check:
Repeat Adjustment Steps 1, 2 and 4 after:
• Each adjustment of door arm length, force controls
or limit controls.
• Any repair to or adjustment of the garage door
(including springs and hardware).
• Any repair to or buckling of the garage floor.
• Any repair to or adjustment of the opener.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Adjustment Step 4
Test the Safety Reverse System
Without a properly working safety reversing
sensor, persons (particularly children) could
be seriously injured or killed if trapped by a
closing garage door.
month.
Failure to test and adjust the safety reverse
system may result in serious injury or death to
persons trapped by a closing garage door.
Repeat this test once a month and adjust as
needed.
Repeat this test once a
• Place a 2x4 laid flat on the floor, centered under
the garage door.
• Operate the door in the down direction.
must reverse on striking the obstruction.
Adjustment:
If the door
far enough in the down direction.
• Increase the DOWN limit by turning the DOWN
limit adjustment screw counterclockwise 1/4 turn.
• Repeat the test.
On a sectional door, make sure limit
adjustments do not force the door arm beyond a
straight up and down position. See the
illustration on page 22.
• When the door reverses on the 2x4 laid flat,
remove the obstruction and run the opener through
3 or 4 complete travel cycles to test adjustment.
If the door will not reverse after repeated
adjustment attempts, call for professional
garage door service.
stops
on the obstruction, it is not traveling
The door
Page 27
Weather conditions may cause some minor
changes in door operation requiring some readjustments, particularly during the first year of
operation.
Pages 24 and 25 refer to the limit and force
adjustments. Only a screwdriver is required. Follow
the instructions carefully.
Repeat the safety reverse test (page 26) after any
adjustment of limits or force.
Care of Your Opener
27
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 a
location inaccessible to children.
3. Operate opener only when the door is in full view and free 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 26. The garage door
MUST
reverse on contact
with a 2x4 board laid flat 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 manual 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 door to fall rapidly, causing injury or death to persons
.
6. KEEP GARAGE DOORS PROPERLY BALANCED. See page 3.
An improperly balanced door may not
reverse when required and could result in severe injury or death
. Repairs to cables, spring
assemblies and other hardware must be made by a professional garage door person.
7. Disconnect the electric power from the garage door opener before making any repairs or removing
the covers.
8. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Adjustment Label
(Located on the back panel)
KG
KG
1
3
9
7
5
1
3
9
7
5
Maintenance Schedule
Limit and force adjustment controls
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Force Controls
INCREASE TRAVEL
DOWNUP
Adjustment Label
(Located on the left side panel)
Adjustment Label
(Located on the back panel)
KG
KG
1
3
9
7
5
1
3
9
7
5
Limit Controls
Once a Month
Manually operate door. If it is unbalanced or
binding, call for professional garage door service.
Check to be sure door opens & closes fully.
Adjust limits and/or force if necessary.
(See pages 24 and 25.)
Repeat the safety reverse test. Make any
necessary adjustments. (See page 26.)
The remote control transmitter:
The opener must learn the code of any new remote
control. Page 29 explains how to program your
receiver and how to erase all codes if required. Self
service of your radio controls and remote controls is
not recommended. If service is needed, call the tollfree number listed on the back page.
The remote control battery:
The green test light will glow and the opener will
operate when the remote control is activated.
If the test light is
dim or off
, replace the battery.
The 12V battery should produce power for at least a
year.
Dispose of your old battery properly.
Twice a Year
Check chain tension. Disconnect trolley first.
Adjust if necessary (See page 7.)
Once a Year
Oil door rollers, bearings and hinges.
The opener does not require additional
lubrication.
Do not grease the door tracks.
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Operation of Your Opener
Manual Disconnect and Lockout
Sears -92
9/7/90, 3/2/92
Trolley
Trolley
Release Arm
NOTICE
Manual
Release Handle
(Pull Down)
Trolley
Trolley
Release Arm
NOTICE
Manual
Release Handle
(Pull Down & Back
Towards Opener)
Trolley
Release Arm
NOTICE
Manual
Release Handle
(Pull Down & Back
Towards Opener)
Lockout position
Manual disconnect
position
WARNING
WARNING
Lighted Door Control Button;
Lighted Push Bar - Door Control Panel: Press to
open or close the door.
Press again to
reverse
the door during the closing
cycle or to
stop
the door while it's opening.
Light Feature - Door Control Panel: Press the
Light button. If the opener light is
off,
it will turn on.
If the opener light is
on,
(even in the 4-1/2 minute
automatic cycle) it will turn
off.
But if you use the Light button to turn the light(s)
on
and then activate the opener, the light(s) will turn
off
after 4-1/2 minutes.
The Light button will not control the opener lights
when the door is in motion.
Lock Feature - Door Control Panel: The Lock
feature is designed to prevent operation of the door
from remote controls. However, the door will
open
and close
from the Door Control push bar, the
Outside Keylock and the Keyless Entry Accessories.
To Activate: Press and hold the Lock button for
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 for
2 seconds again.The push bar light will stop
flashing. The Lock feature will also turn off whenever
the "Smart" button on the opener panel is activated.
Operation of the Door Controls
(both are not included with all models)
Activate the opener with any of the following:
• The Remote Control Transmitter. Hold push
button down until the door starts to move.
• The Door Control. Hold button/push bar down until
the door starts to move.
• The Outside Keylock or Keyless Entry.
(See Accessories)
When the opener is activated with the safety
reversing sensor installed and correctly aligned:
1. If open, the door will close. If closed, the door 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 fresh air).
4. If the door has been stopped in a partially open
position, it will close.
5. If obstructed while closing, the door will reverse.
6. If obstructed while opening, the door will stop.
7. The garage door will reverse in the closing cycle
when the invisible beam is broken. If fully open, the
door will not close when the beam is broken. The
sensor has no effect in the opening cycle.
If the sensor is not installed, or is not aligned correctly,
the door won't close from any remote control
transmitter. You can close the door with the Door
Control, the Outside Keylock, or Keyless Entry;
however, if you activate them
complete
. If you release them too soon, the door will
reverse.
The opener lights will
blink for 5 seconds
safety reversing sensor causes the door to reverse.
The Opener Lights will turn on under the following
conditions: When the opener is initially plugged in;
when the power is interrupted; when the opener is
activated. It will turn off automatically after 4-1/2
minutes or provide constant light when the Light
feature is activated. Bulb size is 75 watts maximum.
until down travel is
when the
Weak or broken springs could allow an open
door to fall (either rapidly or unexpectedly),
resulting in serious injury, death or property
damage.
rope and handle
If possible, use the manual release
only
when the door is fully
closed.
To open the door
manually:
The door should be
fully closed if
possible. Pull down on
the red manual
release handle and lift
the door manually.
To reconnect the door
to the opener, press
the Door Control
button/push bar.
The lockout feature
prevents the trolley from
reconnecting automatically. Pull the red
manual release 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 manual
handle straight down.
The trolley will reconnect
on the next UP or
DOWN operation.
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Page 29
Smart (learn)
Button
Garage Door Opener
(With "Smart" Button)
Indicator
Light
BACK
PANEL
KG
KG
1
3
9
7
5
1
3
9
7
5
1
2
3
To Add A Remote
1. Press and
hold
the remote push button. See
Figure 1.
2. Then press and release the "Smart" (learn) button
on the back panel of the opener in Figure 2. The
opener lights on the panel will
flash once.
3. Release the remote push button.
Now the opener will operate when the remote control
push button is pressed.
If you release the remote control push button
before the opener lights flash, the opener will not
accept the code.
To Erase All Remote Control Codes
• Press and hold the "Smart" button on the opener
panel until the indicator light turns off (about 6
seconds).
All
the codes the opener has learned
will be erased.
• To reprogram, repeat Steps 1 - 3 for each remote
control in use.
Your garage door opener receiver and remote control
transmitter have been set at the factory to a matching
code. The door will activate when the remote control
push button is pressed.
Your "Smart" garage door opener will operate with:
• up to four "Smart" remote control transmitters
(with green indicator lights),
• a Keyless Entry System, and
• code switch transmitters with red indicator lights.
Below are instructions for programming your opener
to match any additional remotes you may purchase.
See available accessories on page 34.
Single Function Remote Control
Push Button
Battery
Indicator Light
WARNING
WARNING
Figure 1
Figure 2
Receiver and Remote Control Programming
29
NOTICE: To comply with FCC rules, adjustment or modifications of this
receiver and/or transmitter are prohibited, except for changing the code
setting or replacing the battery. THERE ARE NO OTHER USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS.
To Add the Keyless Entry
We recommend that you program your code before
you install the Keyless Entry. You will not need
assistance, and you can test the reception at the
mounting location before installation.
1. Choose a 4-digit code using numbers from 0 to 9.
You can use a number more than once (for
example, 4, 0, 4, 1). Press the selected code digits
on the keypad.
2. Press and
hold
the Enter button while you press
the “Smart” (learn) button on the opener panel. The
indicator light will blink and the door will begin to
move.
3. Release the Enter button. Now the opener has
learned the selected keypad code.
To ensure that your portable remote control codes
were not disturbed while you were programming the
Keyless Entry, test your remotes and reprogram them
if necessary.
To change the code at any time, repeat steps 1-3.
Children operating or playing with a 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 Door Control or remote control
transmitter(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.
Code programming instructions are also located
on the opener panel.
Page 30
Having a Problem?
Opener operates from
the remote, but not
from Door Control:
1. Is the door control lit? If not, remove the bell wire from the opener terminals. 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 door control, a short
under the staples, or a broken wire.
2. Are the wiring connections correct? Review Step 6, page 14.
The door operates
from the Door
Control, but not from
the remote control:
1. If your model has the Lock feature, turn it
The remote control
has short range:
The garage door
opens and closes
by itself:
1. Be sure that all remote control push buttons and battery indicator lights are off.
2. Remove the bell wire from the door control terminals and operate from the remote
only. If this solves the problem, the door control is faulty (replace), or there is an
intermittent short on the wire between the door control and the opener.
The door doesn't
open completely:
1. If the door has been working properly but now doesn't open all the way, increase the
up force.
See page 25.
2. Is something obstructing the door? Remove the obstruction or repair the door.
3. If door opens at least 5 feet, the travel limits may need to be increased. One turn
equals 2 inches of travel. See page 24.
Repeat the safety reverse test after the adjustment is complete.
The door stops but
doesn't close
completely:
Review the travel limits adjustment procedures on page 24.
Repeat the safety reverse test after any adjustment of door arm length, close
force or down limit.
1. Check the battery test light. If the light is dim, replace the battery.
2. Change the location of the remote control in your car.
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.
Opener noise is
disturbing in living
quarters of home:
If operational noise is a problem because of proximity of the opener to the living
quarters, the Vibration Isolator Kit 41A3263 can be installed. This kit was designed to
minimize vibration to the house and is easy to install.
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SituationProbable Cause & Solution
The opener doesn't
operate from either
the Door Control or
the remote control:
1. Does the opener have electric power? Plug a lamp into the outlet. If it doesn't light,
check the fuse box or the circuit breaker. (Some outlets are controlled by a wall switch.)
2. Have you disabled all door locks? Review installation instruction warnings on page 7.
3. Is there a build-up of ice or snow under the door? The door may be frozen to the
ground. Remove any restriction.
4. The garage door spring may be broken. Have it replaced.
5. Repeated operation may have tripped the overload protector in the motor. Wait 15
minutes. Try again.
off
2. Is the 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.
.
Page 31
The chain droops
or sags:
It is normal for the chain to droop slightly in the closed door position. Use the manual
release rope and handle to disconnect the trolley. If the chain returns to the normal
height when the trolley is disengaged and the door reverses on a 2x4 laid flat, no
adjustments are needed. (See page 7.)
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Having a Problem?
(continued)
SituationProbable Cause & Solution
The door reverses for
no apparent reason
and opener lights
don't blink:
1. Is something obstructing the door? Pull the manual release handle. Operate the door
manually. If it is unbalanced or binding, call for professional garage door service.
2. Clear any ice or snow from the garage floor area where the door closes.
3. Review the force adjustment procedures on page 25.
4. If door reverses in the
The opener strains or
maximum force is
needed to operate
door:
The door may be out of balance or the springs are broken. Close the door and use the
manual release to disconnect the trolley. Open and close the door manually. A properly
balanced door will stay in any point of travel while being supported entirely by its springs. If
it does not, disconnect the opener and call a professional garage door serviceman.
Do not
increase the force to operate the opener.
The opener motor
hums briefly, then
won't work:
1. The garage door springs are broken. See above.
2. If the problem occurs on the first operation of the opener, door may be locked.
Disable
the door lock
. If the chain was removed and reinstalled, the motor may be out of phase.
Remove the chain; cycle the motor to the down position. Observe the drive sprocket.
When it turns in a clockwise direction and stops in the down position, reinstall the chain.
Repeat the safety reverse test after the adjustment is complete.
The opener won't
operate due to
power failure:
1. Use the manual release to disconnect the trolley. The door can be opened and closed
manually. When the power is restored, press the Door Control push bar and trolley will
automatically reconnect (unless trolley is in lockout position.) See page 28.
2. The Outside Quick Release accessory (for use on garages with no service door)
disconnects the trolley from outside the garage in case of power failure.
The door opens but
won't close:
Check the safety reversing sensor. Remove any obstruction or align the receiving eye.
See page 19.
1. If the opener lights blink, check the safety reversing sensor. See page 19.
2. If the opener lights do not blink and it is a new installation, check the down force.
See Adjustment Step 2, page 25. For an existing installation, see below.
Repeat the safety reverse test after the adjustment is complete.
The door reverses for
no apparent reason
and opener lights
blink for 5 seconds
after reversing:
The opener lights:
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 travel.
. . . don't turn on:
Replace the light bulbs (75 watts maximum). Use a
bulb if regular bulb burns out.
141A4202-5AMulti-function door control panel
241A4166Lighted door control button
310A1412V battery
429C128Transmitter visor clip
541A3984-13Transmitter case, cover & screw only
641A2828Manual rope & handle assy.
7217A2382-Conductor bell wire, white & white/red
841A5047Door bracket w/clevis pin & fastener
941A4353Header bracket w/clevis pin & fastener
1041A4373ASafety sensor kit
(receiving and sending eyes)
with 3' 2-conductor bell wire
11178B34Straight door arm section
1212B483"C" Wrap bracket
13178B35Curved door arm section
1412B484Square hole mounting bracket
1512B485Slotted mounting bracket
NOT SHOWN
41A2770-2Installation hardware bag
(see page 5)
41A4116Safety sensor hardware (see page 5)
114A1952Owner's manual
Repair Parts
Installation Parts
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Page 33
Opener Assembly Parts
1
2
11
9
14
15
16
17
20
5
4
6
3
DN
UP
Brown
Wire
(Down)
Contact
LIMIT SWITCH ASSY.
Grey
Wire
Yellow
Wire
(Up)
Contact
Center Limit
Contact
Drive
Gear
8
10
21
17
13
7
8
(1260)
19
7
(1260)
(1245)
(1260)
(1245)
8
12
18
(1260)
3
KEYPART
NO.NO.DESCRIPTION
131D380Sprocket cover
241C4220AGear and sprocket assembly
Complete with:
Spring washer
Thrust washer
Retaining ring
Bearing plate
Roll pins (2)
Drive gear and worm gear
Helical gear w/retainer and grease
Removing of all ropes........................................................................................................................................3, 7
Possible door damage...........................................................................................................................3, 4, 12, 20
Door Control Connections ..................................................................................................................................14
Programming the receiver ..................................................................................................................................29
Erasing all codes ................................................................................................................................................29
Problems with transmitter operation...................................................................................................................30
Safety Reverse Test Procedure..........................................................................................................................26
Applying excessive force on the door...............................................................................................................25
Buckling or uneven floor...............................................................................................................................4, 26
User Instruction Label for garage wall ..........................................................................................................7, 14
Page 36
SERVICE ON CALL
HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS
Selling prices will be furnished on request or parts will
be shipped at prevailing prices and you will be billed
accordingly.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
• PART NUMBER
• PART NAME
• MODEL NUMBER
ADDRESS ORDERS TO:
THE CHAMBERLAIN GROUP, INC.
Parts and Service Department
2301 N. Forbes Boulevard, Suite 104
Tucson, Arizona 85745
SERVICE INFORMATION
TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-528-9131
LINK GARAGE DOOR OPENER ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Chamberlain/Link warrants to the first retail purchaser of this product that it will be free from any defect in materials and/or
workmanship for a period of twelve full months from the date of purchase. The product must be used in complete accordance with
Link's instructions for installation, operation and care.
LIMITED WARRANTY ON MOTOR
Model 1260: The motor is fully warranted for the lifetime of the product to the first-time purchaser.
Model 1245: The motor is warranted to be free from any defect in materials and/or workmanship for a period of 24 full months (2
years) from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover non-defect damage, damage caused by unreasonable use (including abuse, failure to provide
reasonable and necessary maintenance, or any alterations to the product), labor charges for dismantling or reinstalling of a repaired
or replaced unit or replacement batteries.
If, during the warranty period, the product appears as though it may be defective, CALL OUR TOLL FREE SERVICE NUMBERBEFORE DISMANTLING IT (1-800-528-9131). If the product is then alleged to be defective, please send it pre-paid and insured to
our Service Center to obtain warranty repair. You will be advised of shipping instructions when you call the number listed above.
Please be sure to include a brief description of the problem and a dated proof-of-purchase receipt with any product that is returned for
warranty repair.
Product under warranty, which upon receipt by Chamberlain/Link is determined to be defective in materials and/or workmanship, will
be repaired or replaced (Chamberlain's option) at no cost to you and returned pre-paid. Defective parts will be repaired or replaced
with new or factory rebuild parts at Chamberlain's option.
THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. SOME PROVINCES MAY NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW
LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
All claims for consequential or incidental damages for breach of this warranty are excluded and in no event shall manufacturer's
liability for breach of warranty, negligence, strict liability or breach of contract exceed the cost of the product covered herein, but the
purchaser is entitled to the remedies expressly provided in this policy. Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
No representative or person is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of this product. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.