GARAGE DOOR OPENER MODEL: 425-1666 HANDLES DOORS 18 FT. WIDE & UP TO 7FT.TALL For Use With Residential Sectional Garage Doors Only Owner’s Manual ● Please read and understand this manual and safety instructions carefully before installation. ● The Opener WILL NOT CLOSE until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly installed and aligned. ● REGULARLY CHECK and TEST the Opener according to the safety label to ENSURE SAFE OPERATION. ● Retain this manual for future reference.
Table of Contents Introduction Symbols and Icons Inventory Preparation / Door Balance Test Tools Required 2 3 4 4 Assembly Rail and Trolley Assembly Installing the Cable and Chain Mounting Header Bracket 5 6 7 Installation Attaching the Opener Assembly to Header Bracket Mounting Door Bracket Mounting Opener to Ceiling Attaching Door Arms Installing Light and Emergency Release Handle 8 8 9 10 11 Wiring Wiring Instructions Connecting Photo Eye Safety System Connecting Push Button Connecting Power 12 13
Inventory Rail — Header Segment Rail — Middle Segments x3 Opener Unit + Lamp Dome Handheld Transmitter Sprocket Cover Rail — End Segment with Trolley Stop Bolt Header Bracket Push Button Pulley Literature + Safety Labels Trolley Shaft and Cable Chain Emergency Release Knob + Rope Photo Eye Safety System Trolley Hanging Brackets Door Bracket Door Arms INSTALLATION HARDWARE, LOCATED IN HARDWARE BAG (SHOWN IN ACTUAL SIZE) x2 x2 x2 Screw #6 x1-3/8” - Push Button Self-Threading Screw 1/4” x 5
Preparation ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - Before beginning installation of the Opener please complete the following test to ensure that your door is balanced and in good working condition. - A poorly balanced door can cause serious injury and damage to the Opener. - Always have a qualified garage door service technician make any required adjustments and/or repairs to your door before proceeding with installation.
Rail and Trolley Assembly Fig.1 ! CAUTION - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - To prevent INJURY, keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. - Wear gloves when installing chain and cable. Rail — End Segment (tapered) with Trolley Stop Bolt Rail Bracket Rail — Middle Segments (tapered) x 3 Trolley direction (Top Down View) Opener Rail — Header Segment When connecting the rails ensure they are securely connected as shown above.
Installing Cable and Chain ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Keep hands and fingers clear from sprocket during operation. - Wear gloves when installing chain and cable. - Keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. Cable Rail Bracket Sprocket Chain To Install Chain 1. Pull the remaining chain along the rail toward the Opener. 2. A segment of chain marked in RED will be seen.
Mounting Header Bracket ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - The Header Bracket MUST be SECURELY fastened to the structural support on the mounting wall or ceiling, otherwise the door may not reverse when required. DO NOT install the Header Bracket over drywall. - Concrete anchors MUST be used when mounting the Header Bracket into masonry.
Attaching Rail to Header Bracket and Mounting Door Bracket ! CAUTION To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - REINFORCEMENT is recommended for fiberglass, aluminum or lightweight steel garage doors BEFORE installing the door Bracket. Contact your door manufacturer for reinforcement options. To Attach the Opener to the Header Bracket 1. As shown in Fig.1, use the packaging carton as temporary support for the Opener. Place the Opener on carton to prevent damage. 2.
Mounting Opener to Ceiling ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Install the Opener at least 7 feet (2.13m) above the floor. - Fasten the Opener SECURELY to STRUCTURAL SUPPORTS of the garage to prevent falling. - If installing Brackets to masonry, concrete anchors (not provided) MUST be used. To Mount the Opener to Ceiling tura Struc l sup port The three most common installation options are shown in Fig.1-3. Fig.
Attaching Door Arms ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Keep hands and fingers away from the sprocket during operation. - Wear gloves when installing chain/belt and cable. - Keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. Min. 8” (20cm) NOTE: The trolley must be a minimum of 8” (20cm) away from the center of the pulley. 1 Straight Door Arm To Connect Door Arm Follow the steps shown in Fig. 1: 1.
Installing Light and Emergency Release Knob ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Disconnect power cord before installing/replacing light bulb. To prevent possible OVERHEATING or damage to Opener: - Use ONLY A19 (E26) incandescent bulbs* (100W max.). - DO NOT use short neck or specialty light bulbs. - DO NOT use halogen bulbs. * CFL or LED light bulbs will work but may interfere with hand-held transmitters. To install Light Bulb and Lamp Dome, see Fig. 1: 1.
Wiring Instructions ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected until instructed. - NO exposed part of the wire should be visible outside of the terminal for proper connection. * VERY IMPORTANT! * In the following section, the Photo Eye Safety System and Push Button will be connected to the Opener. Please read and understand the wiring instructions before connecting wires. Wire from accessories Remove and discard pre-cut skin Wrong Right Fig.
Connecting Photo Eye Safety System ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected BEFORE Photo Eye Safety system is connected and aligned. - The Opener will not operate until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly connected and aligned. - Install the Photo Eyes NO higher than 6” (15cm) above the floor. No part of garage door or other objects should obstruct the Photo Eye Safety System during door-closing.
Connecting Push Button ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected until instructed. To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from using the Push Button and a closing door: - Install the Push Button within sight of the door at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5m) above the floor. Make sure it is out of the reach of children and moving parts of door and hardware. - NEVER permit children to access the Push Button or remote Transmitters.
Connecting Power ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution or fire: - Power MUST be DISCONNECTED BEFORE proceeding with permanent wiring procedures. - Garage Door Opener installation and wiring MUST be in compliance with all local electrical and building codes. Make sure the Opener is ALWAYS grounded. - NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter or modify the power plug in any way to make it fit the outlet. DO NOT OPERATE OPENER AT THIS TIME.
Travel Limit Adjustment ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment: - Improper adjustment of travel limits will cause operation of safety reversal mechanism. - If Travel limit adjustment is made, Force Adjustment may also be needed. - After ANY adjustments, the Safety Reverse Test MUST be performed to ensure the door reverses on contact with a 1-1/2” thick object (2x4* laid flat). *For larger or heavier doors the 2x4 may need to be laid high side up (3-1/2").
Force Adjustment ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment: - DO NOT adjust force to compensate for binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualified garage door service technician to make necessary adjustments in case of binding. - DO NOT increase the force beyond minimum force required for closing the door. Too much force will cause improper operation of safety reversal mechanism.
Final Adjustments and Testing ! WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door: - The Safety Reversal Test MUST be conducted ONCE A MONTH. - NO ONE should cross the path of moving door during operation and/or testing. - If either Force or Travel limit adjustment is made, the other adjustment may also be needed. - After ANY adjustments, the Safety Reverse Test MUST be performed to ensure the door reverses on contact with a 1-1/2” thick object (2x4* laid flat).
Programming Hand-held Transmitter ! WARNING To Prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - Keep Transmitter and battery out of reach of children. - NEVER permit children to access the Push Button nor remote Transmitters. - Operate the door ONLY when it is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions present. - ALWAYS keep a moving door in sight until completely closed. NEVER cross the path of a moving door.
Operating the Opener ! WARNING To Prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND LABELS - Keep Transmitter and battery out of reach of children. - NEVER permit children to access the Push Button or remote transmitters. - Operate the door ONLY when it is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions and is in clear sight. - ALWAYS keep a moving door in sight until completely closed. NEVER cross the path of a moving door.
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Maintenance Schedule Once a month Maintenance Door balance test, refer to page 4. Safety reverse test, refer to page 18. Twice a year Check chain tension ( refer to page 6 for adjustment if necessary). Once a year - Limit and Force adjustment may be necessary due to weather conditions. Refer to pages 16-17 for adjustment. Conduct Safety Reverse Test after ANY adjustments. - Lubricate door rollers, bearings and hinges.
Repair Parts Rail Assembly Parts 1 Item Part No. 1 24911 Rail—Header Segment 2 24982 Rail—Middle segment 3 24984 Rail—End segment with Stop Bolt 4 24929 Pulley 5 24927 Trolley 6 24928 Trolley Shaft and Cable 7 24907 Master Link Set 8 24908 Chain Item Part No. 1 24919 Header Bracket 2 24917 Door Bracket 3 24925 Hardware Bag (Installation hardware shown on P.
Opener Assembly Parts 1 2 3 10 5 4 8 9 6 11 Limit System Assembly 12 7 Open limit Contact 13 Green Screw Blue Green Gear 14 24 Center limit Contact Close limit Contact Item Part No.
LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Notice: This product is not warranted for commercial use Decko Products warrants this product, to the original purchaser, for the initial residence in which it is installed (upon verification that it is installed correctly) to be free from defects in materials and or workmanship for a period of 1 YEAR from the date of purchase. The motor is warranted to be free from defects in materials and or workmanship for 10 YEARS from the date of purchase.
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