Owner`s manual

INSTALLATION STEP 12
Fastenthe DoorBracket
Follow instructions which apply to your door type as illustrated
below or on the following page.
A horizontal reinforcementbraceshouldbe longenoughto be
securedto two vertical supports.A vertical reinforcementbrace
shouldcoverthe heightof the toppanel.
The illustrationshows one piece of angle ironas the horizontal
brace. For the vertical brace,two piecesof angle ironare used to
create a U-shapedsupport (Figure 1). The best solution is to
check with your garage door manufacturer for an opener
installation door reinforcement kit.
NOTE:Many vertical brace installations provide for direct
attachment of the clevispin and door arm. In this caseyou will
not need the door bracket, proceed to Installation Step 13.
SECTIONALDOORS
1. Centerthe door bracket on the previously marked vertical
centerline used for the headerbracket installation. Note correct
UP placement,as stamped inside the bracket (Figure 2).
2. Position the bracket on the face of the door within the
following limits:
• The top edgeof the bracket 2"-4" (5-10 cm) below the top
edgeof the door.
• The top edgeof the bracket directly below any structural
support across the top of the door.
Fiberglass,aluminum or lightweight steel garagedoors will
require reinforcement BEFOREinstallation of door bracket.
Contactyour door manufacturer for reinforcement kit.
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Nut 5/16" 18 Lock Washer 5/16"
Carriage Bolt
5/16" 18x2 1/2"
• Mark and drill 5/16" left and right fastening holes. Secure
the bracket as shown in Figure 1 if there is vertical
reinforcement.
If your installation doesn't require vertical reinforcement but does
needtop and bottom fastening holes for the door bracket, fasten
as shown in Figure 2.
Header Bracket
Horizontal and vertical reinforcement
is needed for lightweight garage doors
(fiberglass, aluminum, steel, doors with
glass panel, etc.). (Not Provided)
Vertical
Reinforcement
Vertical
Door
Inside Edge
of Door or
einforcement Board
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Carriage Bolt
5/16" 18x2 1/2"
Door
Bracket
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5/16"
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5/16" 18
Door Bracket
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