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Question posted by glen7010 on February 7th, 2013

Closing Door

Why do I have to hold close button to close door? What Em I doing wrong

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Answer #1: Posted by mfahey31 on February 20th, 2013 9:31 AM
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Your sensors may have something blocking the beam or they were kicked out of line. Check to see if the light on one is amber and the other should be green.

I would wipe off the lenses and then readjust by loosening the wing nut and turning the sensor so both lights are correct.

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MGJ User's Guide Manual - Page 2

... OPEN LEARN STOP CLOSE OPEN LEDD14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ADVERTENCIA PRECAUCIÓN TO PROGRAM Photo Eye Press and hold the LEARN and STOP buttons until the LED goes out (approximately 3 seconds). The operator is installed. NOTE: The operator will go into a Restricted Close mode**. Some wiring types will automatically convert to the following descriptions of the door...
MGJ User's Guide Manual - Page 4

... interference received, including interference that timer is subject to Comply with TTC C2 RADIO OPERATION OPEN CLOSE STOP X X X X X (3 button X remote) X X REVERSE WHILE CLOSING X TTC RESET X X WHEN OPEN X 4 TO PROGRAM 1. Press and hold the TTC button for additional remote controls. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to exit programming mode. 6. Press and release the...
MGJ User's Guide Manual - Page 5

...MH 5 To operate the hoist: 1. M A N U A L D I S C O N N E C T ( M O D E L S M T / BWMATRN& INMGH ) The operators have provisions for manually operating the door in position by pulling on the wall. 2. Refer to disengage trolley ONLY when door is CLOSED...or DEATH from the chain retaining bracket before the door will Door open door falling rapidly and/ or unexpectedly. • ...
MGJ User's Guide Manual - Page 6

... chain or reset the emergency egress device to disengage operator from door. 2. A hoist engagement sash chain for Model MHS ADVERTENCIA PRECAUCIÓN 6 M A N U A L D I S C O N N E C T ( M O D E L S M J / MWGAJ R&NMINHGS ) MODEL MJ/MGJ This operator has a floor level disconnect chain to disconnect the door from a moving chain, DISCONNECT electric power to the operator BEFORE...
MGJ User's Guide Manual - Page 7

... if sensing edge is installed. 4. Release CLOSE button. Press OPEN button. (The door should stop .) 3. Allow the door to fully open . 3. Open the door. 2. Allow door to fully close . TAESVT E3-BRUTTTIOSNSCOENMTROELNSTTATION 1. Allow the door to fully close . 5. Press STOP button. (The door should open . Place an obstruction in the path of the door have read and understand the...
MGJ User's Guide Manual - Page 8

...ANY COMMANDS No power Accessory failure Possible component failure OPERATOR MAKES Operator requires adjustment NOISE BUT DOOR DOES NOT MOVE DOOR DRIFTS AFTER OPERATOR STOPS Operator or door requires adjustment DOOR OPENS/CLOSES Operator requires adjustment TOO FAR DOOR REVERSES UNEXPECTEDLY Safety device activated RADIO FUNCTIONALITY NO RESPONSE REMOTE CANNOT BE PROGRAMMED POOR RANGE...
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MJ5011E QuickStart-2008 Manual - Page 1

... on the wall. b Operate the door in your door. Follow ALL local electrical codes. 11 Adjust the limit switches to open and close to the door as close door properly. c Release the disconnect chain or...enclosure. This chain can be mounted either above . Refer to Model MH instructions above or below the door shaft, and as possible. 1b Bracket Shelf Mounting: The operator may...
MJ5011E QuickStart-2008 Manual - Page 2

... close the door after a preset time, adjustable from 5 to 60 seconds. The TTC will light.) 2. Press and release the TTC button. 3. Press and hold the LEARN button (LED will light). 3. A LiftMaster monitored safety device must be active. NOTE: Intended for the model MJ/MH/MHS door operator Medium Duty Logic This QuickStart is the responsibility of the next open...
MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 3

... available with B2 wiring and a monitored safety device). • Wiring Types: The functionality of the operator is shipped from the factory in the door's path and automatically reverse a closing door. Intended for descriptions of wiring types, requirements and programming. Steel 20 ga. The operator is based on the wiring type. Some wiring types...
MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 4

... for emergency manual chain hoist operation. lbs/ sec. OUTPUT RPM: MJ 80 RPM MH 80 RPM MHS 38.6 RPM LIMIT ADJUST Fully adjustable up to + 50˚C) 4 OPERATOR DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS...; to 14' door Max DUTY 12 Cycles per Hour Max 50 Cycles per Day Max DRIVE TRAIN Maintenance Free Bearings FINISH Powder coated, Corrosion Resistant Steel SAFETY DISCONNECT: MH Floor level chain hoist...
MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 5

...is working smoothly. If your installation check that all components were provided. 3 ^OPEN ^CLOSE O STOP 1 2 ITEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 DESCRIPTION QTY Operator 1 Warning labels 2 3-Button station 1 Hoist hand chain (models MH and MHS only) 1 Door/Operator chain 1 Door sprocket 1 4 6 5 NOT SHOWN Installation Manual 1 Quickstart Guide 1 User's Guide 1 Caution Label 1 Installation...
MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 11

.... Reversing devices are recommended for 3-button control station Ground Remove cover ^OPEN Screws CLOSE O STOP Wall Secure using appropriate hardware 5' (1.5 m) 3-Button Control Station CAUTION To prevent possible SEVERE INJURY or DEATH, install reversing sensors when: • The radio is used. • The 3-button control station is out of sight of the door. • Or ANY other...
MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 16

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MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 17

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MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 19

... LT C29 R24 P1 D9 LMEP1 LMEP2 COM INTRLK STOP CLOSE OPEN LEARN STOP CLOSE OPEN LEDD14 OPEN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 MEP1 LMEP2 COM INTRLK STOP CLOSE OPEN 3-BUTTON REMOTE CONTROL TO OPERATE AS A WIRELESS 3-BUTTON CONTROL STATION NOTE: The feature will light). TO ERASE ALL REMOTE CONTROLS Press and hold the LEARN button (LED will use 3 of the remote control until LED flashes...
MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 20

... .) TEST LIMIT ADJUSTMENT 1. Allow door to fully open . Press CLOSE button. (The door should close . Allow the door to fully close . WARNING To avoid SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY or DEATH from obstruction, check safety devices. Press the CLOSE button. Press CLOSE button. Press remote control button. 4. Press OPEN button. (The door should close direction.) 4. Door should stop if in the...
MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 21

... locked in an open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. • NEVER use emergency disconnect ONLY when door is CLOSED. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could result in ...operator BEFORE manually operating your model operator. MODEL MHS This operator includes both a floor level disconnect chain to disconnect the door from the door operator and a disconnect chain with pad locking...
MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 22

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MJ5011E Installation-2008 Manual - Page 31

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