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How To Adjust Force 8550 Liftmaster Myq

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8550 Manual - Page 1

... 39 WARRANTY 40 The Timer -To-Close is ONLY compatible with sectional doors. Belt Drive Garage Door Opener Model 8550 FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY Write down the following information for installation instructions. . NOTE: If you are installing the garage door opener on a one -piece door, visit www.liftmaster.com for future reference: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: ■ Please read...

8550 Manual - Page 2

... adjust garage door, door springs, cables, pulleys, brackets or their hardware, ALL of serious injury or death if you to the possibility of which are under EXTREME tension. • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installation and operating garage door opener to avoid entanglement. 5/32 3/16 5/16 12 To prevent damage to garage door and opener...

8550 Manual - Page 3

... will vary depending on your specific model, other accessories may look different. Door bracket D. Straight door arm A B CF G D E F. Trolley G. Sprocket cover and screws K. Belt L. Door control M. GARAGE DOOR OPENER ASSEMBLY A. Emergency release rope and handle H. Rail I 3 MyQ™ AND SECURITY✚®2.0 ACCESSORIES 880LM Smart Control Panel® 895MAX...

8550 Manual - Page 4

.... 1.4 Position the belt around the garage door To avoid SERIOUS damage to garage door opener, use the bolts removed from the rail, belt, operating. Place the garage door opener on the packing material to prevent H1 To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY to the garage door opener NOTE: ONLY use ONLY those bolts/fasteners mounted in the garage door opener H1 (3) Hex Screw #8x3/8" (Packed...

8550 Manual - Page 6

... door. Install garage door opener 7 feet (2.13 m) or more above the floor and avoiding contact with a 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) high object (or a 2x4 laid fl at least 6 feet (1.83 m) above floor. 6. Place manual release/safety reverse test label in plain view on .contact with vehicles to -Close functionality if operating either one -piece door, visit www.liftmaster.com...

8550 Manual - Page 7

... installing the garage door opener on wall or ceiling), use the maximum height possible, or refer to page 8 ceiling installation. Draw an intersecting horizontal line on header wall or ceiling, otherwise garage door might NOT reverse when required. • DO NOT enable the Timer-to-Close functionality if operating either one -piece door, visit www.liftmaster.com...

8550 Manual - Page 9

... distance between the rail and the door. NOTE: A 2x4 is ideal for the garage door opener. H11 H5 HARDWARE H5 Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" H11 Ring Fastener 4 Position the garage door opener To prevent damage to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on top section of door. 4.1 Remove the packing material and lift the garage door opener onto a ladder. Secure with the...

8550 Manual - Page 14

... adjusted, and there are not compatible.Your garage door opener is compatible with up to drill holes or install the drywall anchors. on the back of the door the illustrations. • ALWAYS keep garage door in the gang box. 1.1 Strip 7/16 inch (11 mm) of the wire and separate the wires. H14 H15 DRYWALL 14 NOTE: Older LiftMaster...

8550 Manual - Page 23

... (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. • Incorrect adjustment of garage door travel limits will interfere with proper operation of force required to program the travel. To prevent damage to program where the door will stop . INTRODUCTION Your garage door opener is adjusted automatically when you to vehicles, be sure fully...

8550 Manual - Page 24

... and DOWN Buttons can be tested. When the 1.7 Press and release the DOWN Button. NOTE: The UP and DOWN Buttons can be garage door opener lights will begin to flash. Adjustment Button. Door MUST reverse on floor. 1.1 Press and hold the 1.2 Press and hold the DOWN Button until the desired UP position. Programming is complete...

8550 Manual - Page 25

... 1-1/2" high (3.8 cm) object (or 2x4 laid flat) on the floor. 2.1 With the door fully open /close the door 3 or 4 times to test the adjustment. The door will not move more than an inch (2.5 cm), and the garage door opener lights will not close the door. The door MUST reverse when it makes contact with the 1-1/2 inch board, remove the board...

8550 Manual - Page 26

... or INJURY to persons: • Disconnect ALL electric and battery power BEFORE performing ANY service or maintenance. • Use ONLY LiftMaster part # 485LM for disposal instructions. 1 Install the battery 1.1 Unplug the garage door opener. 1.2 Open the light lens on the right side panel of battery in fire. Check with the terminals facing out. 1.4 Connect red...

8550 Manual - Page 28

... NEVER use emergency release handle to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions to -Close functionality if operating either one-piece or swinging garage doors. ALL repairs to pull garage door open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. 7. The door could result in an open or closed . 5. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 28 If possible, use...

8550 Manual - Page 29

... safety reversing sensor must be adjusted using the door control. Your garage door opener has already been programmed at the factory to operate with your garage door opener, see the Door Control section. If the door senses an obstruction or is initially plugged in the down until the garage door opener has completed 5 cycles upon power up to 16 MyQ™ accessories. If the...

8550 Manual - Page 30

... buttons: LEARN A DEVICE Any compatible remote controls, wireless keyless entry, or MyQ™ accessories can be adjusted by accessing the menu and using the navigation buttons. Press the HOLD OPEN button again to set to 3 presses). The lights will activate the garage door opener. TTC WILL NOT work light disable the Automatic Light Feature, otherwise the...

8550 Manual - Page 31

... button, then press the LIGHT button to control your garage door CONTRAST: Adjust the contrast of menus on the screen and the navigation buttons. Refer to view the Settings menu. PROGRAM: Add remote controls, MyQ™ devices, an extra remote button to view the Service menu. opener lights, or a keyless entry. TEMPERATURE: Display the temperature...

8550 Manual - Page 32

... keyless entry keypad. If programming is unsuccessful, program the remote using the learn button. Remote Controls Your garage door opener has been programmed at the factory to operate with the additional remote controls or visit www.liftmaster.com. Learn LED Yellow 2 Locate the Program Button on the side of your remote control. To program...

8550 Manual - Page 34

...obstructions. • NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is CLOSED. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could fall. The door can then be sure door opens and closes fully. Make any necessary adjustments (refer to Adjustment section). NOTICETo complywith FCC and or IndustryCanada rules(IC), adjustment or modifications of the holder for changing the...

8550 Manual - Page 37

... number. 37 Country Club Rd. If you have the model number of the garage door opener. for 7 foot door Belt - for 8 foot door Belt - 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. for...

8550 Manual - Page 39

...Button Remote Control: Compatible with ALL LiftMaster® openers from 1999present. includes a push bar to 4 MyQ™ compatible garage door openers and close the door and a lock feature for 5 minutes when it detects a person entering the garage. System Surge Protector: The Garage Door Opener Surge Protector is designed to the garage using a 4-digit PIN. SECURITY+®2.0 Motion...