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1/2 HP Chain Drive Garage Door Opener
Tools Required for Assembly
To make sure the installation goes smoothly, have the following tools on hand before you begin:
Materials Not Included In The Carton
You may need additional hardware (not included) to install this garage door opener, depending on your particular
situation:
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Additional brackets are needed to secure the garage door opener to the door or frame if the door is more than
7 feet tall or if there is not a suitable mounting surface near the door opener.
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The safety reversal system will not work if there is more than ¼ “ space under the door due to uneven driveway,
warped or broken door, etc. Fix such conditions before installing your door opener.
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Thin, aluminum or brittle wood doors may require additional brackets or support.
Safety Precautions
Be sure to follow safety precautions while installing your garage door opener:
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To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not install electrical equipment when standing in water or on a wet
driveway or garage floor.
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Be sure to securely fasten the garage door opener to the garage door and to the ceiling. Failure to secure the
garage door opener can lead to damaged property or personal injury or death.
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Be sure to properly adjust the emergency reversal system. A poorly installed or adjusted emergency reversal
system will not work and may result in property damage or personal injury or death.
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Keeps fingers, hands, etc. away from moving parts. Do not touch moving garage door opener parts.
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Do not stand under the garage door when adjusting & operating the opener.