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Installation Safety Warnings
This automatic garage door opener is designed and tested to offer safe service provided it is installed and
operated in strict accordance with the following safety warnings. Failure to comply with the following instructions may
result in death, serious personal injury or property damage.
GENERAL WARNINGS
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The door may operate unexpectedly, therefore do not allow anything to stay in the path of the door.
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When operating the manual release while the door is open, the door may fall rapidly due to weak or broken springs or due
to being improperly balanced.
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Do not disengage the opener to manual operation with children / persons or any objects including motor vehicles within the
doorway.
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If the door is closing and is unable to re-open when obstructed, discontinue use. Do not use a door with faulty obstruction
sensing.
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When using auto close mode, a Photo Electric beam must be fitted correctly and tested for operation at regular intervals.
Extreme caution is recommended when using auto close mode. All safety rules must be followed.
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Due to the risk of entrapment under the door, ensure you test the safety auto reverse function monthly.
ELECTROCUTION RISKS
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Place opener in a protected area so it does not get wet.
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Do not spray with water.
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Disconnect the power cord from mains power before making any repairs or removing covers. Only experienced service
personnel should remove covers from the opener.
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If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an Auto Openers Service Agent or suitably qualified person.
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Connect the opener to a properly earthed general purpose 240V mains power outlet installed by a qualified electrical
contractor.
CAUTIONS
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If garage has no pedestrian entrance door, an emergency access device or battery backup should be installed. This
accessory allows manual operation of the garage door from outside in case of power failure.
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Practice correct lifting techniques (carton weighs approx. 9kgs).
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Practice correct lifting techniques when required to lift the door as per installation instructions.
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Ensure ladder is the correct type for job.
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Ensure ladder is on flat firm ground that will take the weight without the legs sinking.
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Ensure user has 3 points of contact while on ladder.
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Place a 2 meter exclusion zone around area under the door while it is unsecured.
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Do not move under a door while it is on the door support (or ladder).
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Follow the installation instructions.
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Fit door support (or ladder) snugly under door before removing bracket.
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Ensure door support (or ladder) is on flat ground.
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Examine the door installation, in particular, springs and mountings for signs of wear, damage and imbalance.
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The garage door must be well balanced. Sticking or binding doors must be repaired by a qualified garage door installer
prior to installation of the opener.
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Remove or disengage all garage door locks and mechanisms prior to installation of the opener.
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Never plug in and operate opener prior to installation.
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Keep hands and loose clothing clear of door and guides at all times.
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DO NOT operate the opener unless the garage door is in full view and free from objects such as cars and
children/people. Make sure that the door has finished moving before entering or leaving the garage.
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Educate children about garage door safety, keeping transmitters and remote controls of out children
’
s reach due to
the potential risk of injury or death.
