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Question posted by jaydus87 on January 31st, 2013

Jackshaft Opener

can install the open / close / stop button opener

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3800 Manual - Page 1

... manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully! ■ Fasten the manual near the garage door after installation. ■ The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless The Protector System® and cable tension monitor are connected and properly aligned. ■ Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation. ■ The model number label is located...

3800 Manual - Page 2

... 26 3-Button remote 26 To add, reprogram or change a keyless entry PIN 27 Programming work light or additional work light . . . . . .28 Repair Parts 29-30 Installation parts 29 Motor unit assembly parts 30 Accessories 31 Repair Parts and Service 32 Warranty 32 INTRODUCTION Safety Symbol Review and Signal Word Review This garage door opener has...

3800 Manual - Page 4

... cable tension on each side of which are under EXTREME tension. • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage door WARNING opener to avoid entanglement. An unbalanced garage door may not reverse when required. • NEVER try to see if there is out of balance. CAUTION To prevent damage...

3800 Manual - Page 5

...Button Remote Control (1) Remote Light with Hardware Bag 2-Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red Power Door... and Literature Hardware Inventory INSTALLATION HARDWARE Hex Screw #14-10x1...Door) 5 If anything is packaged in one carton which contains the motor unit and the parts illustrated below. Note that accessories will depend on the model purchased. Carton Inventory Your garage door opener...

3800 Manual - Page 6

...(12-14 ft./lbs. Ensure that the collar is seated all the way on motor shaft until stop is reached (Figure 1). • Position the collar so that the screws are for easy access. ...(Figure 2). ASSEMBLY STEP 1 Attach the Collar to the Motor Unit To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the garage door opener until instructed to do so. • Loosen the collar screws. • Attach collar to...

3800 Manual - Page 7

...of torque. Close the garage door completely. 2. Drill 3/16" pilot holes at minimum height of garage door. 11. Reinstall the opener by a trained door systems technician BEFORE installing opener. 4. Use a staple to secure the antenna wire to do so. 7. Securely tighten both set screws firmly, without damaging the jackshaft. 5. INSTALLATION STEP 1 Position the Opener 1. Loosen collar...

3800 Manual - Page 8

... second roller up wall to motor unit. INSTALLATION STEP 2 Attach the Emergency Release Rope and Handle • Thread one end of the rope through the loop in an open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. • NEVER use emergency release handle to disengage door ONLY when garage door is necessary to cut the rope, heat seal...

3800 Manual - Page 9

...installed before the garage door opener will reverse the door when excessive slack is not important) (Figure 3). NOTE: Cable must be mounted into wood with the lag screws provided, it on the same side of the door... as shown (Figures 1 and 2). Attach the cable tension monitor to the drum as close to the wall using the wall anchors (2) and the #8 hex head screws (2) provided...

3800 Manual - Page 10

... are connected and properly aligned. For pre-wired installations (as in new home construction), it is recommended to door travel to the full open circuit. 4. If additional wall controls are no obstructions to use the anchors provided. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door. If installing into gang box) as the secondary control...

3800 Manual - Page 12

.... • NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter or change plug in any way to establish permanent wiring connection. • Garage door installation and wiring MUST be in compliance with a third grounding pin. Reinstall opener to torsion bar. • Run wires through the 7/8" hole in contact with wire nuts provided. • Properly secure wire...

3800 Manual - Page 14

... invisible light beam path must be disabled. • Install the safety reversing sensor so beam is closing garage door: • Correctly connect and align the safety reversing sensor. The mounting brackets are available if needed. Extension brackets (see accessories) are designed to the garage door opener CAUTION BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. WARNING Be sure power is...

3800 Manual - Page 15

.... Garage door track installation (preferred) (Figure 1): • Slip the curved arms over the rounded edge of the door, no higher than 6" (15 cm) above the floor. Wall installation (Figure 2 and 3): • Place the bracket against the side of the track. Floor installation (Figure 4): • Use wood blocks or extension brackets (See Accessories) to the opener is disconnected. Install...

3800 Manual - Page 17

... properly installed safety reversal system, persons CAUTION (particularly small children) could be sure fully open ) position (Figure 2). Black moves the door UP (open ) limit and begins closing garage door. • NEVER learn forces or limits when door is at desired UP position BLACK PURPLE Figure 3 Figure 4 BLACK PURPLE or LOCK LIGHT Push either the black or purple button. Push...

3800 Manual - Page 18

... control console (Figure 3). Figure 1 Indicator Light Black Button Purple Button Figure 2 Push Purple button twice to the UP (open and close ) position. The door must travel to open ) position. Push the purple button twice to be tested. Locate the purple button on the front panel. Repair door first • Too much force on garage door will travel through a complete cycle, UP and...

3800 Manual - Page 19

... properly installed safety reversal system, persons CAUTION (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. ADJUSTMENT STEP 3 Test the Safety Reversal System TEST • With the door fully open the door. • Place the opener carton in the down direction. ADJUST • If the door stops on striking the obstruction. The garage door opener...

3800 Manual - Page 21

...the instructions in an open , the door will close when the beam is activated (with garage door control push buttons or remote controls. 3. Your opener will open garage door. If open position, it will operate with 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) high object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on when someone walks through the open . 2. Security✚® light feature: Lights will stop . 4. To turn on...

3800 Manual - Page 23

...garage door spring may be frozen to be sure door opens & closes fully. Opener operates from the remote, but not from the remote control: • Is the door push bar flashing? If the opener runs, check for a faulty wire connection at the control console, a short under the door? The door... are controlled by pressing the Lock button. • Program the opener to match the remote control code....

3800 Manual - Page 24

... 2. See Installation Step 9. 10. If this product. Open and close : • Check cable tension monitor. • If the opener lights blink, check the safety reversing sensor. Remove the obstruction or repair the door. 7. Pull the emergency release handle. If not, move the position of balance or the springs may be broken. The garage door opens and closes by its...

3800 Manual - Page 25

... or possible RPM sensor failure. Installed Safety Reversing Sensor Your garage door opener is stuck on stop bolt = Motor unit hums briefly... • Verify door track is overheated. Wait 30 minutes and retry. Symptom: Door reverses while closing. • Check...8226; If it has found a potential issue. The "Learn" button/diagnostic LED will not operate replace logic board. If motor unit...

3800 Manual - Page 31

... on or off from anywhere in their home with multiple garage doors. LOCK LIGHT 915LM CLOSED OPEN Garage Door Monitor: Security for the largest door of hours or entries. 373LM 370LM 3-Button Security✚® Remote Control: Includes visor clip. 3-Button Mini-Remote Control with up to the model 3800 and 3500 garage door openers. Laser Park Assist: Laser enables homeowners to...