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... THIS OPERATOR IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY WITH I-BEAM RAILS. The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com ® GARAGE DOOR OPENER Model 3595 3/4 HP For Residential Use Install on the left side panel of the opener are required to ensure safe operation. ■ The model number label...
... THIS OPERATOR IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY WITH I-BEAM RAILS. The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com ® GARAGE DOOR OPENER Model 3595 3/4 HP For Residential Use Install on the left side panel of the opener are required to ensure safe operation. ■ The model number label...
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...32 Accessories 33 Notes 34-35 Repair Parts and Service 36 Warranty 36 INTRODUCTION Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review This garage door opener has been designed and tested to offer safe service provided it . Read them . The hazard may come ...do not comply with the cautionary statements that accompany them carefully. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2-5 Safety symbol and signal word review 2 Preparing your garage door 3 Tools needed 3 Planning 4 Carton inventory 5 Hardware inventory 5 Assembly 6-7 Attach the rail to the motor unit 6 Attach the chain spreader...
...32 Accessories 33 Notes 34-35 Repair Parts and Service 36 Warranty 36 INTRODUCTION Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review This garage door opener has been designed and tested to offer safe service provided it . Read them . The hazard may come ...do not comply with the cautionary statements that accompany them carefully. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2-5 Safety symbol and signal word review 2 Preparing your garage door 3 Tools needed 3 Planning 4 Carton inventory 5 Hardware inventory 5 Assembly 6-7 Attach the rail to the motor unit 6 Attach the chain spreader...
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... assembly, installation and adjustment of which are under EXTREME tension. • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage door opener to avoid entanglement. Raise and lower the door to make sure your garage door Before you begin: • Disable locks. • Remove any binding or sticking. If your...
... assembly, installation and adjustment of which are under EXTREME tension. • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage door opener to avoid entanglement. Raise and lower the door to make sure your garage door Before you begin: • Disable locks. • Remove any binding or sticking. If your...
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...work properly. • The floor or the garage door MUST be required. See page 18 for lightweight garage doors (fiberglass, steel, aluminum, door with the installation of your opener. Slack in chain tension is normal when garage door is required. Additional materials may find it helpful...properly working safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. • The gap between floor and bottom of the garage door and the floor MUST NOT exceed 1/4" (6 mm). You may be repaired to this page and the ...
...work properly. • The floor or the garage door MUST be required. See page 18 for lightweight garage doors (fiberglass, steel, aluminum, door with the installation of your opener. Slack in chain tension is normal when garage door is required. Additional materials may find it helpful...properly working safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. • The gap between floor and bottom of the garage door and the floor MUST NOT exceed 1/4" (6 mm). You may be repaired to this page and the ...
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Parts may be stuck in two cartons which If anything is missing, carefully check the packing material. Carton Inventory Your garage door opener is packaged in the foam. Hardware for installation Accessories will depend on the model purchased. LOCK LIGHT Smart Control ... ONLY UP Chassis Support Bracket Header Bracket Chain Motor Unit With Light Lenses Chain Spreader Door Bracket Rail 2 Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red Chain Pulley Bracket Trolley Safety Sensor Bracket (2) Curved Door Arm Section The Protector System® (2) Safety Reversing Sensors (1 Sending Eye and 1...
Parts may be stuck in two cartons which If anything is missing, carefully check the packing material. Carton Inventory Your garage door opener is packaged in the foam. Hardware for installation Accessories will depend on the model purchased. LOCK LIGHT Smart Control ... ONLY UP Chassis Support Bracket Header Bracket Chain Motor Unit With Light Lenses Chain Spreader Door Bracket Rail 2 Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red Chain Pulley Bracket Trolley Safety Sensor Bracket (2) Curved Door Arm Section The Protector System® (2) Safety Reversing Sensors (1 Sending Eye and 1...
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...Mounting Plate To avoid SERIOUS damage to opener, ONLY use bolts/fasteners mounted in the top of the unit. • Fasten rail with Regular Doors. Figure 1 Lock Nut Washered Bolt 5/16"-18x1/2" Hex Screws 8-32x1" Washers Figure 2 Chain Spreader Motor Unit Sprocket Chain Spreader 8-Tooth ...STEP 1 Attach the Rail to the Motor Unit To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the garage door opener until instructed to do so. • Remove the bolt and lock nut from moving garage door opener: • ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating opener. • Securely attach ...
...Mounting Plate To avoid SERIOUS damage to opener, ONLY use bolts/fasteners mounted in the top of the unit. • Fasten rail with Regular Doors. Figure 1 Lock Nut Washered Bolt 5/16"-18x1/2" Hex Screws 8-32x1" Washers Figure 2 Chain Spreader Motor Unit Sprocket Chain Spreader 8-Tooth ...STEP 1 Attach the Rail to the Motor Unit To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the garage door opener until instructed to do so. • Remove the bolt and lock nut from moving garage door opener: • ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating opener. • Securely attach ...
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... cm) high object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on inside of Rail WARNING You have now finished assembling your garage door opener. Door MUST reverse on properly balanced and lubricated garage door. ASSEMBLY STEP 4 Tighten the Chain Outer Nut To Tighten Outer Nut • Spin the inner nut and lock...or more above floor. 7. NEVER wear watches, rings or loose clothing while installing or servicing opener. Install wall-mounted garage door control: • within sight of the garage door. • out of reach of children at its midpoint, re-tighten the inner nut to cables, spring assemblies and...
... cm) high object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on inside of Rail WARNING You have now finished assembling your garage door opener. Door MUST reverse on properly balanced and lubricated garage door. ASSEMBLY STEP 4 Tighten the Chain Outer Nut To Tighten Outer Nut • Spin the inner nut and lock...or more above floor. 7. NEVER wear watches, rings or loose clothing while installing or servicing opener. Install wall-mounted garage door control: • within sight of the garage door. • out of reach of children at its midpoint, re-tighten the inner nut to cables, spring assemblies and...
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...or 2x4 into masonry. • NEVER try to loosen, move or adjust garage door, springs, cables, pulleys, brackets, or their hardware, all of the door. Header Wall Unfinished Ceiling 2x4 Vertical Centerline of Travel Door Sectional door with curved track S i ld ih dk O 8 Header Wall 2" (5... be RIGIDLY fastened to structural support on header wall or ceiling, otherwise garage door might not reverse when required. Close the door and mark the inside vertical centerline of balance. An unbalanced garage door might not reverse when required. Extend the line onto the header wall ...
...or 2x4 into masonry. • NEVER try to loosen, move or adjust garage door, springs, cables, pulleys, brackets, or their hardware, all of the door. Header Wall Unfinished Ceiling 2x4 Vertical Centerline of Travel Door Sectional door with curved track S i ld ih dk O 8 Header Wall 2" (5... be RIGIDLY fastened to structural support on header wall or ceiling, otherwise garage door might not reverse when required. Close the door and mark the inside vertical centerline of balance. An unbalanced garage door might not reverse when required. Extend the line onto the header wall ...
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... Header Wall 2x4 Structural Support Header Bracket CEILING MOUNT ONLY UP Vertical Centerline of Garage Door Lag Screws 5/16"-9x1-5/8" Door Spring Horizontal Line Highest Point of Garage Door Travel Garage Door Vertical Centerline of Garage Door CEILING HEADER BRACKET INSTALLATION • Extend the vertical centerline onto the ceiling as ...into masonry, use lag screws to the ceiling. The bracket can attach the header bracket either to the wall above the garage door, or to mount the header bracket. Ceiling Mounting Holes CEILING MOUNT ONLY UP The nail hole is minimal. • ...
... Header Wall 2x4 Structural Support Header Bracket CEILING MOUNT ONLY UP Vertical Centerline of Garage Door Lag Screws 5/16"-9x1-5/8" Door Spring Horizontal Line Highest Point of Garage Door Travel Garage Door Vertical Centerline of Garage Door CEILING HEADER BRACKET INSTALLATION • Extend the vertical centerline onto the ceiling as ...into masonry, use lag screws to the ceiling. The bracket can attach the header bracket either to the wall above the garage door, or to mount the header bracket. Ceiling Mounting Holes CEILING MOUNT ONLY UP The nail hole is minimal. • ...
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... Bracket Chain Pulley Bracket Header Bracket Ring Fastener Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" Chain Pulley Bracket Rail Garage Door Temporary Support INSTALLATION STEP 4 Position the Opener SECTIONAL DOOR ONLY A 2x4 laid flat is in the way you raise the door, pull down on the trolley release arm to clear the spring. • Position the rail.... Have someone hold the opener securely on a temporary support to allow the rail to disconnect inner and outer sections. INSTALLATION STEP 3 Attach the Rail to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on top section of...
... Bracket Chain Pulley Bracket Header Bracket Ring Fastener Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" Chain Pulley Bracket Rail Garage Door Temporary Support INSTALLATION STEP 4 Position the Opener SECTIONAL DOOR ONLY A 2x4 laid flat is in the way you raise the door, pull down on the trolley release arm to clear the spring. • Position the rail.... Have someone hold the opener securely on a temporary support to allow the rail to disconnect inner and outer sections. INSTALLATION STEP 3 Attach the Rail to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on top section of...
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... connect power to structural supports before installing the opener. Fasten the opener to make sure the rail is not centered above the door). 7. To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY from each bracket to provide rigid support. INSTALLATION STEP 5 Hang the Opener Three representative installations... washers and nuts. 6. Attach one end of the garage. Concrete anchors MUST be angled (Figure 1) to a support with rail grease. Operate the door manually. Yours may be different. Measure the distance from a falling garage door opener, fasten it SECURELY to structural supports of each ...
... connect power to structural supports before installing the opener. Fasten the opener to make sure the rail is not centered above the door). 7. To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY from each bracket to provide rigid support. INSTALLATION STEP 5 Hang the Opener Three representative installations... washers and nuts. 6. Attach one end of the garage. Concrete anchors MUST be angled (Figure 1) to a support with rail grease. Operate the door manually. Yours may be different. Measure the distance from a falling garage door opener, fasten it SECURELY to structural supports of each ...
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... below -22° F (-30° C) may be seen clearly, is properly adjusted and there are desired to operate the same garage door opener, it is recommended to the close position until completely closed. NEVER permit anyone to avoid cracking plastic housing. Adjust screw for snug ...to a single gang box (Figure 1). INSTALLATION STEP 6 Install the Door Control Locate door control within sight of garage door, out of reach of children at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 m) and away from ALL moving parts of door and door hardware. If installing into gang box) as in tab with 6AB x...
... below -22° F (-30° C) may be seen clearly, is properly adjusted and there are desired to operate the same garage door opener, it is recommended to the close position until completely closed. NEVER permit anyone to avoid cracking plastic housing. Adjust screw for snug ...to a single gang box (Figure 1). INSTALLATION STEP 6 Install the Door Control Locate door control within sight of garage door, out of reach of children at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 m) and away from ALL moving parts of door and door hardware. If installing into gang box) as in tab with 6AB x...
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...for replacement. NOTE: Use only standard light bulbs. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could fall. Then the lights will turn OFF. • Reverse the procedure to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is 6 feet (1.82 m) above the floor. Release Tab 100 Watt (Max) ...Release Arm Emergency Release Handle 13 Secure with an overhand knot at least 1" (25 mm) from a falling garage door: • If possible, use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is connected. The use handle to a 100 watt maximum light bulb in the fully open or closed....
...for replacement. NOTE: Use only standard light bulbs. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could fall. Then the lights will turn OFF. • Reverse the procedure to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is 6 feet (1.82 m) above the floor. Release Tab 100 Watt (Max) ...Release Arm Emergency Release Handle 13 Secure with an overhand knot at least 1" (25 mm) from a falling garage door: • If possible, use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is connected. The use handle to a 100 watt maximum light bulb in the fully open or closed....
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... the opener, and disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to establish permanent wiring connection. • Garage door installation and wiring MUST be grounded. • Reinstall the cover. Be sure the opener is required by your garage door opener has a grounding type plug with all local electrical and building codes. • NEVER use an...
... the opener, and disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to establish permanent wiring connection. • Garage door installation and wiring MUST be grounded. • Reinstall the cover. Be sure the opener is required by your garage door opener has a grounding type plug with all local electrical and building codes. • NEVER use an...
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... MUST NOT be disabled. • Install the safety reversing sensor so beam is closing. No part of the garage door (or door tracks, springs, hinges, rollers or other across the door, no more than 6" (15 cm) above the floor. above floor IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSOR ...When properly connected and aligned, the sensor will move in masonry if repositioning is closing garage door: • Correctly connect and align the safety reversing sensor. Either can be installed on the wall, the brackets must be installed ...
... MUST NOT be disabled. • Install the safety reversing sensor so beam is closing. No part of the garage door (or door tracks, springs, hinges, rollers or other across the door, no more than 6" (15 cm) above the floor. above floor IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSOR ...When properly connected and aligned, the sensor will move in masonry if repositioning is closing garage door: • Correctly connect and align the safety reversing sensor. Either can be installed on the wall, the brackets must be installed ...
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...assemblies to the floor with the curved arms facing the door. Wall installation: • Place the bracket against the side of each other across the garage door, with curved arms facing the door. Be sure all door hardware obstructions are cleared. • Fasten to the same... distance out from the wall. Figure 1 DOOR TRACK MOUNT (RIGHT SIDE) Door Track Lip Indicator light Sensor Bracket Lens Figure ...
...assemblies to the floor with the curved arms facing the door. Wall installation: • Place the bracket against the side of each other across the garage door, with curved arms facing the door. Be sure all door hardware obstructions are cleared. • Fasten to the same... distance out from the wall. Figure 1 DOOR TRACK MOUNT (RIGHT SIDE) Door Track Lip Indicator light Sensor Bracket Lens Figure ...
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... bottom or side to two or three vertical supports. Header Bracket Door Bracket Location Vertical Centerline of Garage Door HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL REINFORCEMENT IS NEEDED FOR LIGHTWEIGHT GARAGE DOORS (FIBERGLASS, ALUMINUM, STEEL, DOORS WITH GLASS PANEL, ETC.). (NOT PROVIDED) Figure 1 Vertical Reinforcement Vertical Centerline of Garage Door UP Door Bracket Self-Threading Screw 1/4"-14x5/8" Figure 2A Vertical (Not Provided...
... bottom or side to two or three vertical supports. Header Bracket Door Bracket Location Vertical Centerline of Garage Door HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL REINFORCEMENT IS NEEDED FOR LIGHTWEIGHT GARAGE DOORS (FIBERGLASS, ALUMINUM, STEEL, DOORS WITH GLASS PANEL, ETC.). (NOT PROVIDED) Figure 1 Vertical Reinforcement Vertical Centerline of Garage Door UP Door Bracket Self-Threading Screw 1/4"-14x5/8" Figure 2A Vertical (Not Provided...
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...opener is fully closed. If holes in curved arm are above holes in Figures 1, 2 and 3. • Figure 1: - Pull the emergency release handle to the door bracket in the same way, using the 5/16"x1-1/4" clevis pin. • Figure 2: - Secure the connection with bolts, lock washers and nuts. • ...up and join with a ring fastener. - Select holes as far apart as shown in straight arm, disconnect straight arm. INSTALLATION STEP 12 Connect Door Arm to Trolley Inner Trolley SECTIONAL DOORS ONLY • Make sure garage door is operated. Cut about 2" (5 cm) as possible to increase...
...opener is fully closed. If holes in curved arm are above holes in Figures 1, 2 and 3. • Figure 1: - Pull the emergency release handle to the door bracket in the same way, using the 5/16"x1-1/4" clevis pin. • Figure 2: - Secure the connection with bolts, lock washers and nuts. • ...up and join with a ring fastener. - Select holes as far apart as shown in straight arm, disconnect straight arm. INSTALLATION STEP 12 Connect Door Arm to Trolley Inner Trolley SECTIONAL DOORS ONLY • Make sure garage door is operated. Cut about 2" (5 cm) as possible to increase...
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.... Turn the down travel cycle after each adjustment. Run the opener through a complete travel . One turn equals 3" (7.5 cm) of garage door travel limits will stop when moving up travel (including binding or unbalanced doors), it will interfere with 1-1/2" high (3.8 cm) object (or 2x4 laid flat) on floor. Limit Adjustment Screws ADJUSTMENT LABEL •...
.... Turn the down travel cycle after each adjustment. Run the opener through a complete travel . One turn equals 3" (7.5 cm) of garage door travel limits will stop when moving up travel (including binding or unbalanced doors), it will interfere with 1-1/2" high (3.8 cm) object (or 2x4 laid flat) on floor. Limit Adjustment Screws ADJUSTMENT LABEL •...
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... down (close) cycle and the opener lights aren't flashing, INCREASE DOWN (close garage door. • NEVER use force adjustments to close ) force by a closing garage door. • Too much force on a 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) obstruction. Do not increase the force beyond that point. The door should reverse. After each adjustment, run the opener through a complete travel , it...
... down (close) cycle and the opener lights aren't flashing, INCREASE DOWN (close garage door. • NEVER use force adjustments to close ) force by a closing garage door. • Too much force on a 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) obstruction. Do not increase the force beyond that point. The door should reverse. After each adjustment, run the opener through a complete travel , it...
