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2 Remote Controls

This opener is supplied with a three-button remote control (the second and third buttons can be used to control an 
additional operator or gate if it contains a Linear MegaCode™ receiver). Additional single and multi-button remote 
controls can be purchased. An unlimited number of remote controls can be used with this operator. The short white 
wire on the back of the operator serves as an antenna for 
the remote controls. Do not cut off the white wire or the 
remote controls will not operate well.

To Add a Remote Control 

1

  Press the opener’s LEARN button. The red LEARN 

light will glow. The red light will stay on for about 15 
seconds. 

A remote  must be added while the red 

LEARN light is still on.

 

2

  Send a signal from a remote. The red LEARN light and 

the opener’s light will fl ash once indicating that the 
opener has accepted the remote.

Repeat Steps 1 & 2 for any additional remote controls.

To Remove all Remote Controls

1

  Press and hold the opener’s LEARN button for ten 

seconds or more.

2

  Release the LEARN button. 

The red LEARN light will 

blink three times signaling that all of the remotes 
in the opener’s memory were erased.

 The red 

LEARN light will turn off, then turn on for 15 seconds. 
A remote control can be entered during this time using 
Step 2 above.

Testing

1

  Before testing the remote control, straighten out the 

opener’s white antenna wire so it points up.

2

 

Stand clear of the door,

 press the remote control’s 

button and verify that the opener starts.

Replacing a Remote Control’s Batteries

When the red light on the remote glows dimly, or fails to light at 
all when the remote is activated, the batteries need replacing.

1

  Open the remote’s case and remove the circuit board.

2

  Replace old batteries with two Type 2032 batteries.

3

  Re-assemble the remote.

3  Garage Door Opener Maintenance

Weather conditions may affect the door operation 
which could require some re-setting of the opener’s 
adjustments. Doors may swell and become heavier 
during wet periods, door hinges and rollers might bind 
during cold periods. To insure safe operation of the door, 
perform the following tests, including any additional test 
steps described.

Every Month

1

  With the door closed, pull the red release handle to 

disconnect the opener from the door.

From outside the garage, slowly open the door 
manually all the way, and then close it all the way. 
Notice if there is any binding, sticking or rubbing. The 
door should move smoothly in both directions.

3

  Raise the garage door about halfway up. Carefully 

release the door and see if the door balances. It 
should stay in place. Close the door.

➤ 

NOTE:

 If the garage door is unbalanced or the 

door travel isn’t smooth, have a qualifi ed garage door 
professional adjust or repair the door.

4

  To reconnect the opener, fl ip the release lever up. 

Raise the door manually until the opener reconnects.

5

  Perform the Safety Beam Test (Section 4).

6

  Perform the Safety Reversal System Test as described 

in Steps 4-6 in Section 6.

After Servicing the Opener

1

  Perform the Safety Beam Test (Section 4).

2

 Perform the Open and Close Limit Adjustments 

(Section 5).

3

  Perform the entire Door Force Safety System Test 

(Section 6).

Every 6 Months

Check the belt or chain tension.
•  For belt-drive rails, examine the length of the tension 

spring in the traveler. It should be about 1” long.

•  For chain-drive rails, examine the spacing between 

the turnbuckle and the rail. The turnbuckle should be 
slightly above the rail.

➤ 

NOTE:

 Too much or too little chain tension will cause 

excessive sprocket noise.

Chain Adjustment

If necessary, use the following steps to adjust the chain.

1

  Hold the turnbuckle with a fl at blade screwdriver and 

loosen the two locknuts with a 7/16” end wrench.

2

  Twist the turnbuckle to adjust the chain tension. Adjust 

the chain until the turnbuckle is sightly above the rail.

3

  Hold the turnbuckle with a fl at blade screwdriver and 

tighten the two locknuts with a 7/16” end wrench.

Belt Adjustment

The tension spring in the traveler keeps the belt taut. The 
factory setting for the tension spring length is .9” long. If 
the tension spring is longer than 1”, adjust the belt.

1

  Hold the traveler so the adjustment wheel is visible 

through the large slot.

2

  Use a fl at blade screwdriver to turn the adjustment 

wheel to compress the tension spring until its length 
is between .9” and 1” long.

Every Year

Check the door hardware for lubrication needs. Lubricate 
door hinges, rollers and bearings according to door 
manufacturer’s recommended procedures.

MODELS LDO33 & LDO50
BELT-DRIVE OR CHAIN-DRIVE
GARAGE DOOR OPENERS

HOMEOWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS

For Sectional and Jamb Type Doors

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

Please read the instructions carefully! This garage door opener is designed to provide safe and reliable service if installed 
and tested as described in these instructions. A garage door is the largest mechanical appliance in a residence. Care 
must be taken to prevent injury or death during installation and operation of the garage door and garage door opener.

THE FOLLOWING FORMATS ARE USED FOR SAFETY NOTES IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

1  Using the Garage Door Opener

Opening the Door

1

  With the door in view, press the wall station’s UP/

DOWN ARROW button, the button assigned to the 
opener on the remote control, or enter a valid access 
code and press START/STOP on a remote keypad.

2

  When the opener is activated, the opener’s light will 

turn on and the door will begin to open.

3

  The door will open until the open limit is reached. If 

an obstacle is encountered (opener’s light fl ashes four 
times) while the door is opening, the door will stop.

4

  The opener’s light will stay on for about fi ve minutes 

after the door stops.

Closing the Door

1

  With the door in view, press the wall station’s UP/

DOWN ARROW button or the button assigned to the 
opener on the remote control, or enter a valid access 
code and press START/STOP on a remote keypad.

2

  When the opener is activated, the opener’s light will 

turn on and the door will begin to close.

3

  The door will close until the close limit is reached. If 

an obstacle is encountered (opener’s light fl ashes four 
times), or the safety beam is interrupted (opener’s light 
fl ashes three times) during closing, the door will stop, 
then re-open.

4

  The opener’s light will stay on for about fi ve minutes 

after the door stops.

Stopping the Door Mid-travel

1

 

The door can be stopped immediately at any time 
by pressing the wall station’s UP/DOWN ARROW 
button, the remote control’s pushbutton, or press 
the START/STOP button on a remote keypad.

2

  The next time the opener is activated, the door will 

move in the opposite direction.

Vacation Lock for Additional Security

1

  Slide the wall station’s LOCK switch to the locked 

position to prevent remote controls from opening the 
door after the door is completely closed. The remotes 
can close the door, but not open it. The door can 
still be opened or closed by using the wall station’s 
UP/DOWN ARROW pushbutton.

➤ 

NOTE:

 To signal that the vacation switch is locked, 

the opener’s light will fl ash fi ve times if a remote is 
activated in an attempt to open the door.

2

  Slide the wall station’s LOCK switch to the unlocked 

position to return the opener to normal operation.

Controlling the Opener’s Light

1

 The opener’s light can be lit by pushing the wall 

station’s LIGHT button. The light will remain on until 
the LIGHT button is pressed again or the opener is 
cycled.

2

  If the opener’s light is on, pushing the wall station’s 

LIGHT button will turn the opener’s light off.

Disconnecting the Door from the Opener

1

  With the door in any position (preferably closed), 

carefully pull the red release handle. 

USE CAUTION 

IF THE DOOR IS OPEN, THE DOOR MAY DROP.

2

 The disconnected door can be opened or closed 

manually.

3

  To reconnect the opener, fl ip the release lever up. 

Raise or lower the door manually until the opener 
reconnects.

IMPORTANT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

  WARNING 

A MOVING GARAGE DOOR CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DEATH OR SEVERE INJURY:

1  READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2  NEVER LET CHILDREN OPERATE, OR PLAY WITH DOOR CONTROLS! KEEP REMOTE CONTROL 

AWAY FROM CHILDREN!

3  Always keep moving door in sight and away from people and objects until it is completely closed. NO 

ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING DOOR.

4  NEVER GO UNDER A STOPPED, PARTIALLY OPEN DOOR.
5  Test door opener monthly. The garage door MUST reverse on contact with a 1-1/2 inch object (or 

a 2x4 board laid fl at at the center of the door) on the fl oor. If adjusting either the force or the limit 
of travel, re-test the door opener. Failure to adjust the opener properly may cause severe injury or 
death.

6  If possible, use the red emergency release handle only when the door is closed. Use caution when 

using this release with the door open. Weak or broken springs may cause the door to fall rapidly, 
causing injury or death.

7  KEEP GARAGE DOORS PROPERLY BALANCED. (See Garage Door Opener Maintenance) An 

improperly balanced door could cause severe injury or death. Have a qualifi ed service person make 
repairs to cables, spring assembly and other hardware.

8

 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

THE DOOR 

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HOULD

BALANCE WITHOUT
GOING UP OR DOWN

CHECKING THE DOOR BALANCE

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MALL OB

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TACLE

THE DOOR MU

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WITHIN 2-

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ECOND

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 AFTER

IMPACT WITH A 2 x 4 BOARD

2 x 4 BOARD LAID FLAT
UNDER CENTER OF DOOR

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AFETY REVER

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PRINTER’S INSTRUCTIONS:

INSTR,HOMEOWNERS,LDO W/MCT3; LINEAR P/N: 223710 B; INK: BLACK; MATERIAL: 20# MEAD BOND; SIZE: 11.000” x 17.000”; FOLDING: 1-FOLD VERTICAL, 1-FOLD HORIZONTAL, FINISH 8.500” X 5.500” WITH LOGO SHOWING; SCALE: 1-1; SIDE 1 OF 2 

 WARNING 

This type of warning note is used to indicate 
possible mechanical hazards that may cause 
serious injuries or death.

  CAUTION 

This type of warning note is used to indicate 
the possibility of damage to the garage door or 
garage door opener.

 WARNING 

The garage door opener must not be installed 
and used on an unbalanced door. The opener’s 
internal door force sensor will not function 
properly on an unbalanced door. Risk of 
serious injury or death may result.

 WARNING 

Garage door hardware (springs, cables, 
brackets, pulleys, etc.) are under extreme 
pressure and tension. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO 
LOOSEN, TIGHTEN OR ADJUST ANY DOOR 
HARDWARE. CALL A QUALIFIED GARAGE DOOR 
INSTALLATION PROFESSIONAL!

 WARNING 

Always perform the entire Door Force Safety 
System Test (see Section 6) after making any 
adjustments to the opener.

IF DOOR BECOMES OBSTRUCTED,

PULL DOWN ON HANDLE

NOTICE

IF DOOR BECOMES OBSTRUCTED,

PULL DOWN ON HANDLE

NOTICE

TO DI

S

CONNECT OPENER

PULL THE RED
RELEA

S

E HANDLE

TO DI

S

CONNECT

THE OPENER FROM
THE DOOR

FLIP THE LEVER UP
AND RAI

S

E OR

LOWER THE DOOR
TO RECONNECT
THE OPENER

TO RECONNECT OPENER

 WARNING 

Children operating or playing with a garage 
door opener can injure themselves or others. 
The garage door could cause serious injury 
or death. Do not allow children to operate the 
remote control(s) or the wall station. A moving 
garage door could injure or kill someone under 
it. Activate the opener only when the door 
is clearly visible, free of obstructions and 
adjusted properly.

CLOSE LIMIT

OPEN LIMIT

UP

DOWN

UP

DOWN

S

END A 

S

IGNAL

FROM A REMOTE

THE OPENER'

S

 LIGHT AND

LEARN LIGHT WILL FLA

S

H

ONCE WHEN REMOTE HA

S

BEEN ACCEPTED

1

2

ADDING A REMOTE

PRE

SS

 A

BUTTON

- OR -

ENTER A CODE
AND PRE

SS

S

TART/

S

TOP

PRE

SS

 THE LEARN BUTTON

FOR 10 

S

ECOND

S

 OR MORE

THE LEARN LIGHT
WILL BLINK 

3

 TIME

S

S

IGNALING THAT

ALL REMOTE

S

 WERE

REMOVED

1

2

REMOVING ALL REMOTE

S

PRE

SS

 THE LEARN BUTTON

LEARN LIGHT WILL
GLOW FOR 15 

S

ECOND

S

REMOTE MU

S

T BE

ENTERED WHILE LEARN
LIGHT I

S

 ON

1

2

PREPARING TO ADD A REMOTE

TURNBUCKLE
LOCKNUT

S

TO OPENER LOCKNUT

S

TIGHTEN

LOCKNUT

S

LOO

S

EN

HOLD TURNBUCKLE
WITH FLAT BLADE

S

CREWDRIVER TO

BACKUP LOCKNUT

S

TWI

S

T

TURNBUCKLE

CHAIN

TIGHTEN

CHAIN

LOO

S

EN

ADJU

S

TING A CHAIN-DRIVE

PRE

SS

 THE

WALL 

S

TATION'

S

UP/DOWN ARROW

PRE

SS

 A REMOTE

CONTROL BUTTON

OPENING OR CLO

S

ING THE DOOR

- OR -

- OR -

ENTER AN

ACCE

SS

 CODE

AND PRE

SS

S

TART/

S

TOP

WALL STATION

REMOTE CONTROL

REMOTE
KEYPAD

WHENEVER OPERATING
THE LIGHT WILL TURN ON
FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTE

S

NOTE: A FLA

S

HING

LIGHT INDICATE

S

TROUBLE

S

AFETY LIGHTING

WALL
STATION

REMOTE
KEYPAD

REMOTE
CONTROL

THE DOOR CAN BE 

S

TOPPED

AT ANY PO

S

ITION U

S

ING THE

WALL 

S

TATION, REMOTE CONTROL,

OR A REMOTE KEYPAD

S

TOPPING THE DOOR

LOCK

UNLOCK

PREVENTING REMOTE

S

FROM OPENING THE DOOR

S

LIDE THE VACATION 

S

WITCH

DOWN TO LOCK (REMOTE

S

 DI

S

ABLED)

OR UP TO UNLOCK (REMOTE

S

 NORMAL)

CONTROLLING THE
OPENER'

S

 LIGHT

PRE

SS

 THE LIGHT

BUTTON TO TURN THE
LIGHT ON OR OFF

THE LIGHT WILL 

S

TAY ON UNTIL

THE LIGHT BUTTON I

S

 PRE

SS

ED

OR THE OPENER I

S

 CYCLED

IF DOOR BECOMES OBSTRUCTED,

PULL DOWN ON HANDLE

NOTICE

IF DOOR BECOMES OBSTRUCTED,

PULL DOWN ON HANDLE

NOTICE

IN CA

S

E OF POWER FAILURE

OR IF DOOR BECOME

S

 OB

S

TRUCTED

PULL THE RED
RELEA

S

E HANDLE

TO DI

S

CONNECT

THE OPENER FROM
THE DOOR

FLIP THE LEVER UP
AND RAI

S

E OR

LOWER THE DOOR
TO RECONNECT
THE OPENER

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION BY:

1

TWI

S

T DIME IN 

S

LOT TO OPEN 

CA

S

E

2

LIFT OFF
THE TOP OF
THE CA

S

E

3

CAREFULLY
REMOVE THE
CIRCUIT BOARD

5

IN

S

ERT TWO NEW

TYPE 20

3

2 BATTERIE

S

PLU

S

 

S

IDE UP 

THEN

REA

SS

EMBLE UNIT

NOTE: 

THE CIRCUIT BOARD WILL FIT ONLY ONE 

WAY INTO THE CA

S

E. ALIGN THE PLA

S

TIC PO

S

IN THE CA

S

E WITH THE HOLE IN THE CIRCUIT BOARD

REPLACING A REMOTE'

S

 BATTERY

4

REMOVE OLD 
BATTERIE

S

 AND 

DI

S

PO

S

E OF THEM PROPERLY

ADJU

S

TING A BELT-DRIVE

TIGHTEN

LOO

S

EN

TURN THE ADJU

S

TMENT

WHEEL UNTIL THE TEN

S

ION

S

PRING I

S

 ABOUT 1" LONG

ADJU

S

TMENT WHEEL

MEA

S

URE THE TEN

S

ION

S

PRING LENGTH

TRAVELER

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