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® GARAGE DOOR OPENER Models 3850 3850-267 For Residential Use Only Com Details The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com patible with See Page 29 for Owner's Manual ■ Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully! ■ Fasten.... ■ The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector System® is connected and properly aligned. ■ Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation. ■ The model number label is located under the light lens on the left side panel of your...
® GARAGE DOOR OPENER Models 3850 3850-267 For Residential Use Only Com Details The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com patible with See Page 29 for Owner's Manual ■ Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully! ■ Fasten.... ■ The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector System® is connected and properly aligned. ■ Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation. ■ The model number label is located under the light lens on the left side panel of your...
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... 7 Determine the header bracket location 8 Install the header bracket 9 Attach the rail to the header bracket 10 Position the opener 11 Hang the opener 12 Install the Smart Control Panel 13 Install the EverCharge® Standby Power System (optional 14 Install the lights 14 Attach the...24 Test the safety reversal system 25 Test the Protector System 25 Operation 26-33 Operation safety instructions 26 Using garage door opener 26 Using the wall-mounted door control 27 Using the remote control 28 Troubleshooting 28 The remote control battery 28 EverCharge®...
... 7 Determine the header bracket location 8 Install the header bracket 9 Attach the rail to the header bracket 10 Position the opener 11 Hang the opener 12 Install the Smart Control Panel 13 Install the EverCharge® Standby Power System (optional 14 Install the lights 14 Attach the...24 Test the safety reversal system 25 Test the Protector System 25 Operation 26-33 Operation safety instructions 26 Using garage door opener 26 Using the wall-mounted door control 27 Using the remote control 28 Troubleshooting 28 The remote control battery 28 EverCharge®...
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...connected to garage door. • Complete the following test to avoid entanglement. If your door binds, sticks, or is out of the opener, instructions will call a trained door systems technician. Sectional Door One-Piece Door Tools needed During assembly, installation and adjustment of balance. Lift... are under EXTREME tension. • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage door opener to make sure your garage door is balanced and is not sticking or binding: 1. An unbalanced garage door may not reverse when required...
...connected to garage door. • Complete the following test to avoid entanglement. If your door binds, sticks, or is out of the opener, instructions will call a trained door systems technician. Sectional Door One-Piece Door Tools needed During assembly, installation and adjustment of balance. Lift... are under EXTREME tension. • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage door opener to make sure your garage door is balanced and is not sticking or binding: 1. An unbalanced garage door may not reverse when required...
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SECTIONAL DOOR INSTALLATION Horizontal and vertical reinforcement is required. See page 12. Planning Identify the type and height of your opener. Motor Unit Header Wall ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK Wallmounted Door Control Access Door Access Door Safety Reversing Sensor Gap between floor and bottom of ...
SECTIONAL DOOR INSTALLATION Horizontal and vertical reinforcement is required. See page 12. Planning Identify the type and height of your opener. Motor Unit Header Wall ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK Wallmounted Door Control Access Door Access Door Safety Reversing Sensor Gap between floor and bottom of ...
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..., carefully check the packing material. LOCK LIGHT SLmCaDrtMCootniotrnolDPeatencetli®ng Door Control Console SECURITY✚® 3-Button Remote Control Models 3850 (1) 3850-267 (2) SECURITY✚® Keyless Entry Model 3850-267 (1) ONLY Motor Unit with Light Lenses 2-Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red Belt Pulley Bracket Trolley Optional EBvearttCehryarge®... (2) Rope Handle Rail Grease Carriage Bolt 1/4"-20x1/2" (2) Wing Nut 1/4"-20 (2) 5 Accessories will depend on the model purchased. Carton Inventory Your garage door opener is packaged in the foam.
..., carefully check the packing material. LOCK LIGHT SLmCaDrtMCootniotrnolDPeatencetli®ng Door Control Console SECURITY✚® 3-Button Remote Control Models 3850 (1) 3850-267 (2) SECURITY✚® Keyless Entry Model 3850-267 (1) ONLY Motor Unit with Light Lenses 2-Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red Belt Pulley Bracket Trolley Optional EBvearttCehryarge®... (2) Rope Handle Rail Grease Carriage Bolt 1/4"-20x1/2" (2) Wing Nut 1/4"-20 (2) 5 Accessories will depend on the model purchased. Carton Inventory Your garage door opener is packaged in the foam.
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... the threaded shaft until it firmly against the trolley (Figure 1). Tighten bolts securely. To avoid SERIOUS damage to do not run the garage door opener until the spring releases and snaps the nut ring against the trolley (Figure 3). Use of any tools. • Insert a screwdriver tip into...washered bolts through the rail into one of the nut ring slots and brace it is finger tight against the trolley (Figure 2). • Place a 7/16" open end wrench on top of motor unit. Figure 1 Trolley Nut Ring Trolley Nut Ring Figure 3 BEFORE 1" (2.5 cm) AFTER RELEASE 1-1/4" (3.18 cm) 6 ...
... the threaded shaft until it firmly against the trolley (Figure 1). Tighten bolts securely. To avoid SERIOUS damage to do not run the garage door opener until the spring releases and snaps the nut ring against the trolley (Figure 3). Use of any tools. • Insert a screwdriver tip into...washered bolts through the rail into one of the nut ring slots and brace it is finger tight against the trolley (Figure 2). • Place a 7/16" open end wrench on top of motor unit. Figure 1 Trolley Nut Ring Trolley Nut Ring Figure 3 BEFORE 1" (2.5 cm) AFTER RELEASE 1-1/4" (3.18 cm) 6 ...
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.... 5. An improperly balanced door may not reverse when required and could be made by a trained door systems technician BEFORE installing opener. 4. Place entrapment warning label on properly balanced and lubricated garage door. To avoid SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY or DEATH from moving parts...Plate WARNING INSTALLATION IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of installation, test safety reversal system. NEVER connect garage door opener to power source until instructed to cables, spring assemblies and other hardware MUST be caught in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. 3....
.... 5. An improperly balanced door may not reverse when required and could be made by a trained door systems technician BEFORE installing opener. 4. Place entrapment warning label on properly balanced and lubricated garage door. To avoid SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY or DEATH from moving parts...Plate WARNING INSTALLATION IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of installation, test safety reversal system. NEVER connect garage door opener to power source until instructed to cables, spring assemblies and other hardware MUST be caught in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. 3....
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... with track. • 8" (20 cm) above the door. Extend the line onto the header wall above the high point for the top edge of balance. Open your door to the highest point of Garage Door 2x4 OPTIONAL CEILING MOUNT FOR HEADER BRACKET Structural Supports Level (optional) Installation procedures vary according to...
... with track. • 8" (20 cm) above the door. Extend the line onto the header wall above the high point for the top edge of balance. Open your door to the highest point of Garage Door 2x4 OPTIONAL CEILING MOUNT FOR HEADER BRACKET Structural Supports Level (optional) Installation procedures vary according to...
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Header Wall Header Bracket Belt Pulley Bracket Garage Door INSTALLATION STEP 3 Attach the Rail to the Header Bracket • Position the opener on a temporary support to allow the rail to secure. Use packing material as shown. • Insert a ring fastener to clear the spring. •... with a clevis pin as a protective base. NOTE: If the door spring is in the way you'll need help. Have someone hold the opener securely on the garage floor below the header bracket. Ring Header Fastener Bracket Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" Belt Pulley Bracket Rail Temporary Support HARDWARE SHOWN...
Header Wall Header Bracket Belt Pulley Bracket Garage Door INSTALLATION STEP 3 Attach the Rail to the Header Bracket • Position the opener on a temporary support to allow the rail to secure. Use packing material as shown. • Insert a ring fastener to clear the spring. •... with a clevis pin as a protective base. NOTE: If the door spring is in the way you'll need help. Have someone hold the opener securely on the garage floor below the header bracket. Ring Header Fastener Bracket Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" Belt Pulley Bracket Rail Temporary Support HARDWARE SHOWN...
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... should be level with the top of the motor unit. Header Bracket Top of Motor Unit Top of Door 2x4 is not tall enough. • Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 laid flat on the top section beneath the rail. • If the top section or panel hits... top of door. SECTIONAL DOOR OR ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK A 2x4 laid flat is completed. To prevent damage to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on the trolley release arm to determine the correct mounting height from ceiling. Slide the outer trolley toward the motor unit...
... should be level with the top of the motor unit. Header Bracket Top of Motor Unit Top of Door 2x4 is not tall enough. • Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 laid flat on the top section beneath the rail. • If the top section or panel hits... top of door. SECTIONAL DOOR OR ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK A 2x4 laid flat is completed. To prevent damage to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on the trolley release arm to determine the correct mounting height from ceiling. Slide the outer trolley toward the motor unit...
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...raise the header bracket. 8. NOTE: DO NOT connect power to structural supports of the hanging bracket to structural supports before installing the opener. Concrete anchors MUST be angled (Figure 1) to provide rigid support. This bracket and fastening hardware are shown. Operate the door ... grease. On finished ceilings (Figure 2 and Figure 3), attach a sturdy metal bracket to required lengths. 3. INSTALLATION STEP 5 Hang the Opener Three representative installations are not provided. 1. Attach one end of each side of the rail surface where the trolley slides with the header...
...raise the header bracket. 8. NOTE: DO NOT connect power to structural supports of the hanging bracket to structural supports before installing the opener. Concrete anchors MUST be angled (Figure 1) to provide rigid support. This bracket and fastening hardware are shown. Operate the door ... grease. On finished ceilings (Figure 2 and Figure 3), attach a sturdy metal bracket to required lengths. 3. INSTALLATION STEP 5 Hang the Opener Three representative installations are not provided. 1. Attach one end of each side of the rail surface where the trolley slides with the header...
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...to 24 VOLT low voltage wires. Use insulated staples to temperatures below -22° F (-30° C) may be connected to each garage door opener. NOTE: If you have any trouble with a small flat-head screwdriver (Figure 1). To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: • ...NEVER permit anyone to motor unit. Scroll speed of display is recommended to use the anchors provided. DO NOT connect power and operate the opener at this time. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door. Fasten with door control push buttons or remote controls...
...to 24 VOLT low voltage wires. Use insulated staples to temperatures below -22° F (-30° C) may be connected to each garage door opener. NOTE: If you have any trouble with a small flat-head screwdriver (Figure 1). To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: • ...NEVER permit anyone to motor unit. Scroll speed of display is recommended to use the anchors provided. DO NOT connect power and operate the opener at this time. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door. Fasten with door control push buttons or remote controls...
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To prevent damage to the opener: • DO NOT use bulbs larger than 100W. • ONLY use of short neck or speciality light bulbs may overheat the endpanel or light socket. ... the lights will turn OFF. • Reverse the procedure to close the lens. • Use A19, standard neck garage door opener bulbs for approximately 4-1/2 minutes when power is in the fully open position. Release Tab 100 Watt (Max) Standard Light Bulb 100 Watt (Max) Standard Light Bulb Lens Hinge 14 ALWAYS wear...
To prevent damage to the opener: • DO NOT use bulbs larger than 100W. • ONLY use of short neck or speciality light bulbs may overheat the endpanel or light socket. ... the lights will turn OFF. • Reverse the procedure to close the lens. • Use A19, standard neck garage door opener bulbs for approximately 4-1/2 minutes when power is in the fully open position. Release Tab 100 Watt (Max) Standard Light Bulb 100 Watt (Max) Standard Light Bulb Lens Hinge 14 ALWAYS wear...
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... cut end with ALL local electrical and building codes. • NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter, or change plug in an open or closed. To make it is necessary to install the proper outlet. NOTE: If it fit outlet. Overhand Knot Emergency Release Handle Rope NOTICE...unbalanced door could fall. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door: • If possible, use handle to pull door open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. • NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is clear of persons and obstructions. • NEVER...
... cut end with ALL local electrical and building codes. • NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter, or change plug in an open or closed. To make it is necessary to install the proper outlet. NOTE: If it fit outlet. Overhand Knot Emergency Release Handle Rope NOTICE...unbalanced door could fall. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door: • If possible, use handle to pull door open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. • NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is clear of persons and obstructions. • NEVER...
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If an obstruction breaks the light beam while the door is not connected to the garage door opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. Be sure power is closing, the door will stop and reverse to avoid drilling extra holes in masonry if ... must be unobstructed. INSTALLATION STEP 11 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. The sending eye (with a green indicator light). To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from...
If an obstruction breaks the light beam while the door is not connected to the garage door opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. Be sure power is closing, the door will stop and reverse to avoid drilling extra holes in masonry if ... must be unobstructed. INSTALLATION STEP 11 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. The sending eye (with a green indicator light). To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from...
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... extension brackets (see Accessories) or wood blocks can be used. • Use bracket mounting holes as follows. INSTALLING THE BRACKETS Be sure power to the opener is needed, an extension bracket (see Accessories) to elevate sensor brackets so the lenses will be no higher than 6" (15 cm) above the floor. Be...
... extension brackets (see Accessories) or wood blocks can be used. • Use bracket mounting holes as follows. INSTALLING THE BRACKETS Be sure power to the opener is needed, an extension bracket (see Accessories) to elevate sensor brackets so the lenses will be no higher than 6" (15 cm) above the floor. Be...
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... wing nut. NOTE: When the invisible beam path is obstructed or misaligned while the door is already open wire to the opener. • A short in both sensors to the opener. Separate white and white/black wires sufficiently to connect to grey (Figure 6). The sending eye amber ...THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSORS • Slide a 1/4"-20x1/2" carriage bolt head into quick-connect holes: white to white and white/black to the opener quick-connect terminals. Use wing nuts to fasten sensors to Quick-Connect Terminals Bell Wire 1. Figure 6 Bell Wire Finished Ceiling Connect Wire to...
... wing nut. NOTE: When the invisible beam path is obstructed or misaligned while the door is already open wire to the opener. • A short in both sensors to the opener. Separate white and white/black wires sufficiently to connect to grey (Figure 6). The sending eye amber ...THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSORS • Slide a 1/4"-20x1/2" carriage bolt head into quick-connect holes: white to white and white/black to the opener quick-connect terminals. Use wing nuts to fasten sensors to Quick-Connect Terminals Bell Wire 1. Figure 6 Bell Wire Finished Ceiling Connect Wire to...
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... and the door bracket: • Drill 3/16" fastening holes. Drill 5/16" holes through the door and secure bracket with your garage door manufacturer for an opener installation door reinforcement kit. Contact your door manufacturer for the header bracket installation. Figure 1 shows one piece of Garage Door UP Figure 4 19 Center the...
... and the door bracket: • Drill 3/16" fastening holes. Drill 5/16" holes through the door and secure bracket with your garage door manufacturer for an opener installation door reinforcement kit. Contact your door manufacturer for the header bracket installation. Figure 1 shows one piece of Garage Door UP Figure 4 19 Center the...
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...Trolley Follow instructions which apply to your door type as possible to increase door arm rigidity. Pull the emergency release handle toward the opener at a 45° angle so that the trolley release arm is operated. Reconnect to the door bracket in straight arm, disconnect ...straight arm. Cut about 6" (15 cm) from the door) about 2" (5 cm) (Figures 1, 2 and 3). Trolley will re-engage automatically when opener is horizontal. Secure the connection with a ring fastener. • Fasten curved section to trolley with cut end down as shown. • Bring arm sections ...
...Trolley Follow instructions which apply to your door type as possible to increase door arm rigidity. Pull the emergency release handle toward the opener at a 45° angle so that the trolley release arm is operated. Reconnect to the door bracket in straight arm, disconnect ...straight arm. Cut about 6" (15 cm) from the door) about 2" (5 cm) (Figures 1, 2 and 3). Trolley will re-engage automatically when opener is horizontal. Secure the connection with a ring fastener. • Fasten curved section to trolley with cut end down as shown. • Bring arm sections ...
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ALL ONE-PIECE DOORS 1. NOTE: Adjusting the limits on the following page, the door should not have a "backward" slant when fully open position. If not, review the trolley lockout feature on page 27. • When setting the up limit on the emergency release handle and sliding ... below. Connect the straight door arm section to the longest possible length (with a 2 or 3 hole overlap). • Make sure the garage door is being opened or closed . Assemble the Door Arm: • Fasten the straight and curved door arm sections together to the door bracket with the 5/16"x1-1/4" clevis...
ALL ONE-PIECE DOORS 1. NOTE: Adjusting the limits on the following page, the door should not have a "backward" slant when fully open position. If not, review the trolley lockout feature on page 27. • When setting the up limit on the emergency release handle and sliding ... below. Connect the straight door arm section to the longest possible length (with a 2 or 3 hole overlap). • Make sure the garage door is being opened or closed . Assemble the Door Arm: • Fasten the straight and curved door arm sections together to the door bracket with the 5/16"x1-1/4" clevis...