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Question posted by dennisproctor on March 17th, 2013

Liftmaster 3255

my liftmaster 3255 will not operate from the remotes or the key pad

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3255 Manual - Page 1

® GARAGE DOOR OPENER Models 3245 1/3 HP 3255 1/2 HP 3255-2 1/2 HP For Residential Use Only The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com Owner's Manual ■ 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...

3255 Manual - Page 2

... garage door opener 28 Having a problem 29 Diagnostic chart 30 Programming 31-32 To add or reprogram a hand-held remote control 31 To erase all codes 31 3-Button remotes ...Operation 26-30 Operation safety instructions 26 Using your garage door opener 26 Using the wall-mounted door control 27 To open the door manually 27 Care of your garage door and/or the garage door opener...

3255 Manual - Page 3

... End Wrench 3 To prevent damage to garage door and opener: • ALWAYS disable locks BEFORE installing and operating the opener. • ONLY operate garage door opener at 120V, 60 Hz to avoid malfunction and damage. Sectional Door One-Piece Door Tools needed During assembly, installation and adjustment of balance. Release the door. If your garage door is balanced and is out of the...

3255 Manual - Page 4

... in chain tension is normal when garage door is closed . FINISHED CEILING Support bracket & fastening hardware is required. Planning Identify the type and height of your installation. See page 12. You may be required. See page 19 for lightweight garage doors (fiberglass, steel, aluminum, door with the installation of your opener. Header Wall FINISHED CEILING Support...

3255 Manual - Page 5

...unit and all parts illustrated below . 3245 (1), 3255 (1), 3255-2 (2) LOCK LIGHT Multi-Function Door Control Panel : SECURITY ® Single-Button Remote Control Remote Control Visor Clip Chain Sprocket Cover Styrofoam Motor ... 2 Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red? Carton Inventory Your garage door opener is packaged in the foam. Parts may be stuck in two cartons which If anything is...

3255 Manual - Page 6

... one hole in rail and motor unit line up. • Thread one of sprocket while operating opener. • Securely attach sprocket cover BEFORE operating. To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY to fingers from moving garage door opener: • ALWAYS keep hand clear of the washered bolts part way in. CAUTION: Use only the bolt previously removed from...

3255 Manual - Page 7

... could result in the direction shown (Figure 1). Place manual release/safety reverse test label in garage door or opener mechanisms. 9. You may notice loosening of garage door. 12. Base of Rail Mid Length of installation, test safety reversal system. Install garage door opener only on the floor. 7 NEVER wear watches, rings or loose clothing while installing or servicing...

3255 Manual - Page 11

... with the top of the motor unit. INSTALLATION STEP 4 Position the Opener Follow instructions which apply to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on top section of door. You will need help at this point if the ladder is convenient for setting an ideal door-torail distance. • Remove foam packaging. • Raise the...

3255 Manual - Page 12

Cut both pieces of the garage. Operate the door manually. If the door hits the rail, raise the header bracket. 8. Yours may be used if installing any brackets into masonry. NOTE: DO NOT connect power to structural supports before installing the opener. To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY from each bracket to make sure the rail is...

3255 Manual - Page 14

... DEATH from the end of all vehicles to close the lens. • Use A19, standard neck garage door opener bulbs for approximately 4-1/2 minutes when power is 6 feet (1.83 m) above the floor. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could fall. The light will turn ON and remain lit for replacement. Secure with an overhand...

3255 Manual - Page 15

... this time. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution or fire: • Be sure power is required by your garage door opener has a grounding type plug with ALL local electrical and building codes. • NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter, or change plug in ANY way ...

3255 Manual - Page 16

... avoid drilling extra holes in masonry if repositioning is not connected to the garage door opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. INSTALLATION STEP 10 Install The Protector System® The safety reversing sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will detect an obstacle in the path of its electronic beam.

3255 Manual - Page 25

... 4 Test The Protector System® • Press the remote control push button to open , place a 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) board (or a 2x4 laid flat) on the floor, centered under the garage door. • Operate the door in the down direction. NOTE: On a sectional door, make sure limit adjustments do not force the door arm beyond a straight up and down direction. Safety...

3255 Manual - Page 26

... code which are under the following : • The hand-held Remote Control: Hold the large push button down until the door starts to pull garage door open . 2. If the sensor is not installed, or is clear of persons and obstructions. 8. The opener lights will operate with the opener lights on, then press and hold the light button for...

3255 Manual - Page 29

... sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will sag. This is reconnected and closed position. • Loosen the chain by pulling the Emergency Release Rope. • Manually bring the door to Operation section; My remotes will not activate the door: • Verify your door, check diagnostic LED for flashes on motor unit then...

3255 Manual - Page 30

... unit doesn't operate, motor unit is overheated. If motor unit still will flash a number of the Indicator lights on stop bolt = Motor unit hums briefly; Bell Wire Diagnostics Located On Motor Unit Safety Reversing Sensor LED or Diagnostic LED "Learn" Button Diagnostic Chart Installed Safety Reversing Sensor Your garage door opener is programmed with...

3255 Manual - Page 31

... at the factory to operate with your garage door opener, the large button is operated with a non-rolling code transmitter, the technical measure in the garage door opener does not authorize the purchaser or supplier of the garage door opener, which provides security against code-theft devices, will be programmed to operate with additional Security✚® remote controls. Within 30...

3255 Manual - Page 32

.... To set a temporary PIN You may be closed by pressing the four buttons for your garage door opener. To set the number of hours this temporary PIN will blink four times when one person ...), then press ✽. Release the button when the motor unit lights blink. The door should move . To set to operate your personal entry PIN (not the last temporary PIN), then press and hold the ...

3255 Manual - Page 35

...the wall or floor. 374LM 377LM 915LM CLOSED OPEN 395LM SECURITY✚® Keyless Entry: Enables homeowner to operate garage door opener from car, bedside, or anywhere in the garage. ACCESSORIES 1702LM 41A5281 Outside Quick Release: Required for visitors or service persons. SECURITY✚® 3-Button Mini Remote Control: With key ring and fastening strip. Laser Park Assist...

3255 Manual - Page 36

...NOT COVER ANY PROBLEMS WITH, OR RELATING TO, THE GARAGE DOOR OR GARAGE DOOR HARDWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE DOOR SPRINGS, DOOR ROLLERS, DOOR ALIGNMENT OR HINGES. Some States do not allow the ... new or factory-rebuilt parts at prevailing prices and you . The proper operation of this product. LIFTMASTER SERVICE IS ON CALL HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS OUR LARGE SERVICE ORGANIZATION...