7
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:
WARNING
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Install garage door opener ONLY on properly balanced and
lubricated garage door. An improperly balanced door may
not reverse when required and could result in SEVERE
INJURY or DEATH.
3. ALL repairs to cables, spring assemblies and other
hardware MUST be made by a trained door systems
technician BEFORE installing opener.
4. Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to
garage door BEFORE installing opener to avoid
entanglement.
5. Install garage door opener 7 feet (2.13 m) or more above
floor.
6. Mount emergency release handle 6 feet (1.83 m) above
floor.
7. NEVER connect garage door opener to power source until
instructed to do so.
8. NEVER wear watches, rings or loose clothing while
installing or servicing opener. They could be caught in
garage door or opener mechanisms.
9. Install wall-mounted garage door control:
• within sight of the garage door.
• out of reach of children at minimum height of 5 feet
(1.5 m).
• away from ALL moving parts of the door.
10. Place entrapment warning label on wall next to garage
door control.
11. Place manual release/safety reverse test label in plain view
on inside of garage door.
12. Upon completion of installation, test safety reversal
system. Door MUST reverse on contact with a
1-1/2" (3.8 cm) high object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on
the floor.
ASSEMBLY STEP 3
Attach the Belt Cap Retainer
• Position the belt cap retainer over the motor unit
sprocket so the two holes in cap align with the two holes
in mounting plate. Attach with 8x3/8" hex screws
provided.
You have now finished assembling your garage door
opener. Please read the following warnings before
proceeding to the installation section.
Hex Screw
#8x3/8"
HARDWARE SHOWN
ACTUAL SIZE
Motor Unit
Sprocket
Mounting Plate
Hex Screws 8x3/8"
Belt Cap
Retainer
To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY to fingers from moving
garage door opener:
• ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating opener.
• Securely attach sprocket cover BEFORE operating.
