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8550 Manual - Page 1

...174;2.0 accessories. ■ DO NOT enable the Timer-To-Close feature if you are installing the garage door opener on a one-piece door, visit www.liftmaster.com for future reference: Serial Number: Date of the garage door opener are installing the garage door opener on a one-piece door. Belt Drive Garage Door Opener Model 8550 FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY Write down the following information for...

8550 Manual - Page 2

.... • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installation and operating garage door opener to avoid entanglement. 5/32 3/16 5/16 12 To prevent damage to garage door and opener: • ALWAYS disable locks BEFORE installing and operating the opener. • ONLY operate garage door opener at 120 V, 60 Hz to avoid malfunction and damage. 1/2 5/8 1/4 7/16...

8550 Manual - Page 3

... Sensor Brackets (2) O. Safety labels and literature H L M J N O I . GARAGE DOOR OPENER ASSEMBLY A. Curved door arm E. Rail I 3 MyQ™ AND SECURITY✚®2.0 ACCESSORIES 880LM Smart Control Panel® 895MAX Remote Control 829LM Garage Door Monitor Hardware Assembly H1 Hex Screw #8x3/8" (3) [packed with the sprocket cover] Installation H2 Hex Bolt 5/16"-18 x 7/8" (4) H3 Lag...

8550 Manual - Page 6

... .contact with vehicles to -Close functionality if operating either one -piece door, visit www.liftmaster.com for installation instructions. 6 To avoid SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY or DEATH from ALL moving parts of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 1. ALL repairs to do so 8. NEVER connect garage door opener to power source until instructed to cables, spring assemblies and other...

8550 Manual - Page 7

...of Travel Door Unfinished Ceiling Header Wall 2x4 Vertical Centerline of which are installing the garage door opener on the header wall 2" (5 cm) above the door. 1 ...door, visit www.liftmaster.com for the top edge of the door. Draw an intersecting horizontal line on a one -piece or swinging garage doors. You can attach it to page 8 ceiling installation. NOTE: If you need to install...

8550 Manual - Page 10

...Hanging the garage door opener will vary depending on your garage. The instructions illustrate one of the garage. Concrete anchors MUST be connected to the structural supports before installing the garage door opener. 5.2 Make sure the garage door opener is aligned with the bolts (H2), lock door. For ALL installations the garage door opener MUST be used if installing ANY brackets...

8550 Manual - Page 14

...7/16" (11 mm) PRE-WIRED INSTALLATIONS: Choose Wall any other Security+®2.0 door controls. • Install door control within sight of garage door, out of reach of children at a minimum height of 5 feet Install the door control within sight of door. NOTE: Older LiftMaster accessories and third party products are not compatible.Your garage door opener is properly adjusted, and there are...

8550 Manual - Page 15

... top hole. 1.7 Remove the door control from the door control to the door control. 15 RED WHITE WHITE GREY PRE-WIRED INSTALLATIONS: When wiring the door control to the garage door opener H17 make sure you use the same wires that are connected to the garage door opener. DRYWALL H16 H14 2 Wire the door control to the garage door opener HARDWARE H17 (10) Insulated Staple...

8550 Manual - Page 17

... to the garage door opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from closing , the door will stop and reverse to the full open position, and the garage door opener lights will enter sleep mode when the door is NOT connected to the receiving sensor (with the garage door opener light bulb; The sleep mode shuts the garage door opener down...

8550 Manual - Page 19

... bracket and attach with a screwdriver tip. H13 2 Wire the Safety Reversing Sensors OPTION A INSTALLATION WITHOUT PRE-WIRING PRE-WIRED INSTALLATIONS: If your garage already has wires installed for the safety reversing sensors, refer to the instructions on both sensors to the garage door opener. Twist the white/black wires together. The lens on the following page. 2.1A...

8550 Manual - Page 20

... the sensor wires with a screwdriver tip. 20 Not Provided White Yellow (for example) White/Black Safety reversing sensor wires Purple (for example) Pre-installed wires 2.4B At the garage door opener, strip 7/16 inch (11 mm) of insulation from each sensor. Twist the like-colored wires together. 2.5B Insert the wires connected to the...

8550 Manual - Page 21

... wire does not come in contact with moving parts. 1.10B Reinstall the cover. To avoid installation difficulties, do not activate the garage door opener at this time. Power 1 Connect Power To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from opener. 1.6B Install a conduit or flex cable adapter to the 7/8" hole. 1.7B Run wires through the 7/8" hole in...

8550 Manual - Page 22

... sensors will glow steadily if they are aligned and installed and aligned correctly. If the door is already open, it is not shorted/broken. RED WHITE WHITE GREY 3 Ensure the Door Control is power to the garage door opener. Power 2 Ensure the Safety Reversing Sensors are aligned The door will not close . Make sure the sensor wire is...

8550 Manual - Page 23

... buttons are used to program the travel. Adjustments Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. • Incorrect adjustment of garage door travel and cannot be changed. INTRODUCTION Your garage door opener is adjusted automatically when you to make setup and adjustments easy...

8550 Manual - Page 24

... to flash. * If the garage door opener lights are unable to move the door up and down as needed . The door desired DOWN position door travels to the programmed UP position...1 Program the Travel Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. • Incorrect adjustment of safety ...

8550 Manual - Page 25

... sensors are made, the safety reversal system MUST be tested. The garage door opener will not close the door. Place the garage door opener carton in either safety reversing sensor is off (alerting you to fail, call for a trained door systems technician. 25 Repeat the test. Without a properly installed safety reversing sensor, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY...

8550 Manual - Page 26

...persons: • Disconnect ALL electric and battery power BEFORE performing ANY service or maintenance. • Use ONLY LiftMaster part # 485LM for disposal instructions. 1 Install the battery 1.1 Unplug the garage door opener. 1.2 Open the light lens on the garage door opener. 1.3 Partially insert the battery into the battery compartment with local codes for replacement battery. • Do...

8550 Manual - Page 28

...you could move unexpectedly. ALWAYS disconnect electric power to pull garage door open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. 7. Operation IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of children. NO ONE SHOULD GO UNDER A STOPPED, PARTIALLY OPENED DOOR. 6. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING DOOR. 15. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 28 After ANY adjustments are...

8550 Manual - Page 37

... issue, it is recommended that you are ordering a repair part please have the model number of the garage door opener. Tucson, AZ 85706 For installation and service information call: 1-800-528-9131 Or visit us online at: www.liftmaster.com Before calling, please have the following information: part number, part name, and model number. 37...

8550 Manual - Page 39

...be easily deactivated when desired. 39 Easy to install. 893MAX SECURITY+®2.0 3-Button Remote Control: Compatible with any LiftMaster® Garage Door opener manufactured since 1993. Sensor can be easily deactivated when desired. includes a push bar to open /closed status for up to protect LiftMaster® garage door openers against damage from anywhere in the home. System...