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Belt Drive Garage Door Opener Model 8550 FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY Write down the following information for installation ...9632; Periodic checks of the garage door opener are installing the garage door opener on a one -piece door. www.liftmaster.com The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 Contents BELT DRIVE GARAGE DOOR OPENER.. 1 PREPARATION...21-22 ADJUSTMENT 23-25 BATTERY BACKUP 26-27 OPERATION 28 FEATURES 29 DOOR CONTROL 30-31 REMOTE CONTROLS 32-33 TO ERASE THE MEMORY 33 TO OPEN THE DOOR MANUALLY ......34 MAINTENANCE 34 TROUBLESHOOTING...
Belt Drive Garage Door Opener Model 8550 FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY Write down the following information for installation ...9632; Periodic checks of the garage door opener are installing the garage door opener on a one -piece door. www.liftmaster.com The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 Contents BELT DRIVE GARAGE DOOR OPENER.. 1 PREPARATION...21-22 ADJUSTMENT 23-25 BATTERY BACKUP 26-27 OPERATION 28 FEATURES 29 DOOR CONTROL 30-31 REMOTE CONTROLS 32-33 TO ERASE THE MEMORY 33 TO OPEN THE DOOR MANUALLY ......34 MAINTENANCE 34 TROUBLESHOOTING...
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... Staples (10) Emergency release rope and handle H. Belt L. 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 white and white/black wire attached: Sending Sensor (1) Receiving Sensor (1) and Safety...
... Staples (10) Emergency release rope and handle H. Belt L. 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 white and white/black wire attached: Sending Sensor (1) Receiving Sensor (1) and Safety...
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Install the Door Control 1 Install the door control INTRODUCTION Compatible with door control push buttons or remote control transmitters. NEVER permit anyone to cross path of the wire and separate the wires. HARDWARE H14 (2) Screw 6ABx1-1/4" H15 (2) Screw 6-32x1" H16 (2)...;2.0 To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door. can be connected to drill holes or install the drywall anchors. NOTE: Older LiftMaster accessories and third party products are connected at (1.5 m), and away from the wall. on the back of the door control. The wires hole and...
Install the Door Control 1 Install the door control INTRODUCTION Compatible with door control push buttons or remote control transmitters. NEVER permit anyone to cross path of the wire and separate the wires. HARDWARE H14 (2) Screw 6ABx1-1/4" H15 (2) Screw 6-32x1" H16 (2)...;2.0 To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door. can be connected to drill holes or install the drywall anchors. NOTE: Older LiftMaster accessories and third party products are connected at (1.5 m), and away from the wall. on the back of the door control. The wires hole and...
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... needed . 1.5 Once the door is in the desired DOWN position. the DOWN Button will begin to operate the door up and down cycle using the remote control or the UP and DOWN buttons. When the sensors are unable to flash. If the garage door opener lights are made, the safety reversal...
... needed . 1.5 Once the door is in the desired DOWN position. the DOWN Button will begin to operate the door up and down cycle using the remote control or the UP and DOWN buttons. When the sensors are unable to flash. If the garage door opener lights are made, the safety reversal...
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... or obstructed). Door MUST reverse on the obstruction, the travel need to be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. 3.2 Press the remote control push button to close the door 3 or 4 times to test the adjustment. The door MUST reverse when it makes contact with the board.... open , place a 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) board (or a 2x4 laid flat) on the floor, centered under the garage door. 2.2 Press the remote control push button to close from a remote control if the LED in the path of the door. Place the garage door opener carton in either safety reversing sensor is...
... or obstructed). Door MUST reverse on the obstruction, the travel need to be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. 3.2 Press the remote control push button to close the door 3 or 4 times to test the adjustment. The door MUST reverse when it makes contact with the board.... open , place a 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) board (or a 2x4 laid flat) on the floor, centered under the garage door. 2.2 Press the remote control push button to close from a remote control if the LED in the path of the door. Place the garage door opener carton in either safety reversing sensor is...
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... battery will take 24 hours to persons: • Disconnect ALL electric and battery power BEFORE performing ANY service or maintenance. • Use ONLY LiftMaster part # 485LM for replacement battery. • Do NOT dispose of battery in fire. Channel Battery Status LED 2.3 Plug in the garage door ...is not fully charged. Verify the battery status LED flashing green, indicating the battery is unplugged. 2.2 Open and close the door using the remote control or door control. NOTE: Make sure the garage door opener is charging. 26 Check with the terminals facing out. 1.4 Connect red ...
... battery will take 24 hours to persons: • Disconnect ALL electric and battery power BEFORE performing ANY service or maintenance. • Use ONLY LiftMaster part # 485LM for replacement battery. • Do NOT dispose of battery in fire. Channel Battery Status LED 2.3 Plug in the garage door ...is not fully charged. Verify the battery status LED flashing green, indicating the battery is unplugged. 2.2 Open and close the door using the remote control or door control. NOTE: Make sure the garage door opener is charging. 26 Check with the terminals facing out. 1.4 Connect red ...
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... play with 1-1/2" high (3.8 cm) object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on contact with garage door control push buttons or remote controls. 3. Operation IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of children. ALWAYS keep remote controls out of reach of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 1. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could result...
... play with 1-1/2" high (3.8 cm) object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on contact with garage door control push buttons or remote controls. 3. Operation IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of children. ALWAYS keep remote controls out of reach of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 1. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could result...
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...door opener has completed 5 cycles upon power up to provide you hold the button on when someone enters through a wall-mounted door control, remote control, wireless keyless entry or MyQ™ accessory. THE PROTECTOR SYSTEM® (SAFETY REVERSING SENSORS) When properly connected and aligned, the ... other Security+®2.0 door controls. The safety reversing sensor must be an audible and visual alert. TIMER-TO-CLOSE The Timer-to 40 remote controls. MyQ™ MyQ™ technology uses a 900MHz signal to the door closing , the door will be connected and aligned correctly...
...door opener has completed 5 cycles upon power up to provide you hold the button on when someone enters through a wall-mounted door control, remote control, wireless keyless entry or MyQ™ accessory. THE PROTECTOR SYSTEM® (SAFETY REVERSING SENSORS) When properly connected and aligned, the ... other Security+®2.0 door controls. The safety reversing sensor must be an audible and visual alert. TIMER-TO-CLOSE The Timer-to 40 remote controls. MyQ™ MyQ™ technology uses a 900MHz signal to the door closing , the door will be connected and aligned correctly...
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... on the garage door opener lights when motion is a problem with sectional doors. If using the navigation buttons: LEARN A DEVICE Any compatible remote controls, wireless keyless entry, or MyQ™ accessories can be programmed to resume normal TTC operation. The MAS feature MUST be installed in ...the event of the garage door opener from remote controls while still allowing activation from the fully open garage door and the safety reversing sensor infrared beam is in motion. Press the ...
... on the garage door opener lights when motion is a problem with sectional doors. If using the navigation buttons: LEARN A DEVICE Any compatible remote controls, wireless keyless entry, or MyQ™ accessories can be programmed to resume normal TTC operation. The MAS feature MUST be installed in ...the event of the garage door opener from remote controls while still allowing activation from the fully open garage door and the safety reversing sensor infrared beam is in motion. Press the ...
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... Press and hold the second navigation button, then press the LIGHT button to control your garage door CONTRAST: Adjust the contrast of remote controls, MyQ™ devices, door controls and keyless entries currently programmed to view the Settings menu. Navigation Buttons CLOCK SETUP: Set...4-1/2 minutes. TTC SETTINGS (for garage door opener light to stay on after operation, selectable range of menus on . To program a remote control or keyless entry to view the Features menu. FEATURES Press the navigation button below . DISPLAY ERROR: Displays any errors that have occurred...
... Press and hold the second navigation button, then press the LIGHT button to control your garage door CONTRAST: Adjust the contrast of remote controls, MyQ™ devices, door controls and keyless entries currently programmed to view the Settings menu. Navigation Buttons CLOCK SETUP: Set...4-1/2 minutes. TTC SETTINGS (for garage door opener light to stay on after operation, selectable range of menus on . To program a remote control or keyless entry to view the Features menu. FEATURES Press the navigation button below . DISPLAY ERROR: Displays any errors that have occurred...
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...on the garage door opener. Remote Controls Your garage door opener has been programmed at the factory to operate with the additional remote controls or visit www.liftmaster.com. NOTE: Your garage door opener may look different. To program additional remote controls refer to the instructions ...provided with your choice on the remote control that you wish to continue. TO ADD...
...on the garage door opener. Remote Controls Your garage door opener has been programmed at the factory to operate with the additional remote controls or visit www.liftmaster.com. NOTE: Your garage door opener may look different. To program additional remote controls refer to the instructions ...provided with your choice on the remote control that you wish to continue. TO ADD...
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...any accessory you want to use . 33 The Learn LED will activate. All codes are now erased. The garage door opener will light. Reprogram any remote control button except the button that was just programmed. 7 To test, press the programmed button on the garage door opener. Check to use ... ...hold the learn button on garage door opener until the LEDs on the front of the remote control turn on. 4 Press and release the Learn button on the remote control... To Erase the Memory ERASE ALL REMOTE CONTROLS AND KEYLESS ENTRIES 1 Press and hold the learn button again until the light ...
...any accessory you want to use . 33 The Learn LED will activate. All codes are now erased. The garage door opener will light. Reprogram any remote control button except the button that was just programmed. 7 To test, press the programmed button on the garage door opener. Check to use ... ...hold the learn button on garage door opener until the LEDs on the front of the remote control turn on. 4 Press and release the Learn button on the remote control... To Erase the Memory ERASE ALL REMOTE CONTROLS AND KEYLESS ENTRIES 1 Press and hold the learn button again until the light ...
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...1 Pull the emergency release handle down on the next UP or DOWN operation, either manually or by using the door control or remote control. If it is swallowed, immediately notify doctor. Dispose of the holder for changing the code setting or replacing the batteryTHEREARENO OTHER... or chemical burn: • Replace ONLY with only 3V2016 coin cell batteries. The trolley will operate during an electrical power outage. THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: • NEVER allow small children near batteries. • If battery is unbalanced or...
...1 Pull the emergency release handle down on the next UP or DOWN operation, either manually or by using the door control or remote control. If it is swallowed, immediately notify doctor. Dispose of the holder for changing the code setting or replacing the batteryTHEREARENO OTHER... or chemical burn: • Replace ONLY with only 3V2016 coin cell batteries. The trolley will operate during an electrical power outage. THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: • NEVER allow small children near batteries. • If battery is unbalanced or...
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...splices. Reattach wire or replace wire (22 gauge wire) as needed. See page 18 for installation. Close the garage door using the remote control or the door control. If the sending sensor and the light(s) will not close Safety sensor wire Inspect sensor wire for incorrect wiring...in wire), replace wire (22 gauge wire) as 1-3 1 FLASH 3 FLASHES function control are shorted or needed . Close the garage door using the remote control or the door control. Reattach wire or replace wire (22 gauge wire) as needed . Wall-mounted door control will not close Misaligned or Realign...
...splices. Reattach wire or replace wire (22 gauge wire) as needed. See page 18 for installation. Close the garage door using the remote control or the door control. If the sending sensor and the light(s) will not close Safety sensor wire Inspect sensor wire for incorrect wiring...in wire), replace wire (22 gauge wire) as 1-3 1 FLASH 3 FLASHES function control are shorted or needed . Close the garage door using the remote control or the door control. Reattach wire or replace wire (22 gauge wire) as needed . Wall-mounted door control will not close Misaligned or Realign...
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.... touching the floor 4-4 4 FLASHES 4 FLASHES My door reverses for no Obstruction, binding or Manually open and close the door. My remote control wil not activate the garage door: • Verify the lock feature is not activated on the Premium Motion -Detecting Control Panel to...travel module are approximately travel module connected, if wires are connected, then replace the travel , refer to page 24. My neighbor's remote control opens my garage door: Erase the memory from the brackets and realign the sensors ensuring the LED's are additional troubleshooting issues that...
.... touching the floor 4-4 4 FLASHES 4 FLASHES My door reverses for no Obstruction, binding or Manually open and close the door. My remote control wil not activate the garage door: • Verify the lock feature is not activated on the Premium Motion -Detecting Control Panel to...travel module are approximately travel module connected, if wires are connected, then replace the travel , refer to page 24. My neighbor's remote control opens my garage door: Erase the memory from the brackets and realign the sensors ensuring the LED's are additional troubleshooting issues that...
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...Fastener 41A5047-1 CEILING MOUNT ONLY UP 4 7 3 Emergency Release Rope 41A2828 6 and Handle 4 Header Bracket with Clevis 41A5047-2 5 Pin and Fastener 5 Remote Control Visor Clip 29B137 9 6 Safety Sensor Bracket 41A5266-1 7 Safety Sensor Kit 41A5034 8 Receiving and sending sensors with 3 feet (.9 m) 2-conductor ... while calling. 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 access to : The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 6050 S. If you are calling about a Troubleshooting issue...
...Fastener 41A5047-1 CEILING MOUNT ONLY UP 4 7 3 Emergency Release Rope 41A2828 6 and Handle 4 Header Bracket with Clevis 41A5047-2 5 Pin and Fastener 5 Remote Control Visor Clip 29B137 9 6 Safety Sensor Bracket 41A5266-1 7 Safety Sensor Kit 41A5034 8 Receiving and sending sensors with 3 feet (.9 m) 2-conductor ... while calling. 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 access to : The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 6050 S. If you are calling about a Troubleshooting issue...
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... 4-digit PIN. includes a push bar to open /closed status for up to install. 893MAX SECURITY+®2.0 3-Button Remote Control: Compatible with LiftMaster® garage door openers manufactured since 1993. Easy to 4 MyQ™ compatible garage door openers and close the door... extra security. MyQ™ compatible. 890MAX SECURITY+®2.0 3-Button Mini Remote Control: Compatible with LiftMaster® garage door openers manufactured since 1993. 885LM 892LT/894LT 2 & 4 Button Learning Remote Controls: Works with motion sensor that automatically turns opener lights on for...
... 4-digit PIN. includes a push bar to open /closed status for up to install. 893MAX SECURITY+®2.0 3-Button Remote Control: Compatible with LiftMaster® garage door openers manufactured since 1993. Easy to 4 MyQ™ compatible garage door openers and close the door... extra security. MyQ™ compatible. 890MAX SECURITY+®2.0 3-Button Mini Remote Control: Compatible with LiftMaster® garage door openers manufactured since 1993. 885LM 892LT/894LT 2 & 4 Button Learning Remote Controls: Works with motion sensor that automatically turns opener lights on for...
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...UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ANY ALTERATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT), LABOR CHARGES FOR REINSTALLING A REPAIRED OR REPLACED UNIT, REPLACEMENT OF BATTERIES IN REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTERS AND LIGHT BULBS OR UNITS INSTALLED FOR NONRESIDENTIAL USE. You will be repaired or replaced with any product returned for... warranty repair. Warranty LIFTMASTER FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY LIFETIME MOTOR AND BELT LIMITED WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EVERCHARGE® STANDBY POWER BATTERY The ...
...UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ANY ALTERATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT), LABOR CHARGES FOR REINSTALLING A REPAIRED OR REPLACED UNIT, REPLACEMENT OF BATTERIES IN REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTERS AND LIGHT BULBS OR UNITS INSTALLED FOR NONRESIDENTIAL USE. You will be repaired or replaced with any product returned for... warranty repair. Warranty LIFTMASTER FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY LIFETIME MOTOR AND BELT LIMITED WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EVERCHARGE® STANDBY POWER BATTERY The ...
