Genie chainmax 1200 garage door opener manual Overview of Powerhead Controls, On powerhead

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4OVERVIEW OF POWERHEAD CONTROLS

This section describes the simple programming functions. Use this page to familiarize yourself with the buttons and LED indicators used to program the opener.

NOTE: These and buttons are for programming use only. Do NOT use these buttons to operate the opener.

PROGRAM

+

 

—

 

SET

Programming

 

buttons location

To garage door

on powerhead.

 

FIG. 4-1 Locate programming buttons

There are three programming buttons and two lights (LEDs) on the powerhead.

Programming Overview

There are four Powerhead program menus: Remote Program (Default menu)

Limits Program

Speed Program*

Force Program*

Programming steps for Limits and remotes are found on pages 6 through 10.

*Force and Speed settings are set at the factory and do not normally require adjustment programming. Custom programming instructions for Speed and Force are located in the Troubleshooting Section of this manual.

These are the basic steps to enter into the four programming menus:

Facing

Garage Door

ROUND

 

Close

Open

LED Indicator

 

Travel

Travel

PROGRAM

Button

Button

(Light)

 

 

SET

LONG

LED Indicator (Light)

PROGRAM

1.Press and hold until both BLUE lights come ON

SET

then release.

2.Both LEDs go out and Round BLUE light comes ON. You are in the Program Menus at the Remote

Programming.

By using the or the button you can navigate to the Limits, Speed, or Force program menus and the LED display will change accordingly.

Each program menu has a specific LED display.

FIG. 4-2 Programming buttons

Each of the buttons are used to enter and complete the setup programming. The LEDs indicate status or a function change by illuminating ON, OFF, or ON flashing in one of three different colors: BLUE, RED, or PURPLE.

Throughout the instructions in this manual the buttons and LEDs are also displayed as icons.

Buttons

Name

Shape

Use

PROGRAM

Press

Program

LED Display

Default

Remote

Round Blue

 

Limits

Long Blue

X2

Speed

Round Blue & Long Blue

X3

Force

Round Red

Program button

SET

Close Travel button

Open Travel button

LED Colors

Round Red

and

Enters into and selects programming menus

multi-function; moves door, advances through menus

multi-function; moves door, advances through menus

Long Red

PROGRAM

3.Press button to enter into the program menu

SET

functions.

If you have entered into an unwanted program menu and are not sure where you are - do not press any buttons for 30 seconds. The programming function will time out after 30 seconds if there is no key stroke activity.

Round Purple

and

Long Purple

Round Blue

and

Long Blue

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Contents Operation and Maintenance Manual Potential Hazard PreventionOpener Features Safety FeaturesTable of Contents Important Installation Instructions Infrared Protection FunctionProgramming Limits & Force Close Door Travel LimitOpen Door Travel Limit Contact Reverse Test TestSee both LEDs Flash Blue See both LEDs OFF Press See long Purple LED flashingSee round Blue LED come on Press See one Genie IntelliCode 1 wireless keypadGenie IntelliCode 1 remote See long Purple LED flashingReference Powerhead & Rail Assembled View Power Head Tête DE Puissance Cabeza DE LA EnergíaInstallation Typique SUR UNE Porte Sectionelle Typical ONE Piece Door Installation Programming Buttons location Overview of Powerhead ControlsOn powerhead Lights go out and Round Blue light comes on Overview Remotes and OptionsHold Press SET This device complies with FCC Part 15 and RSSNew IntelliCode 2 openers Intellicode FeaturesUse this 2010 IntelliCodeMaintenance & Troubleshooting Transmitter Compliance StatementRoutine Monthly Maintenance Door Balance Spring TensionChange Light Bulbs Reset OPEN/CLOSE Travel LimitDoor Motion DETECTOR* OverviewOpen and closes door from inside garage Wire routingWall Console Overview Closed Unlock allows controls to work normallyChain Tension Adjustment Remote Battery ReplacementPowerhead LEDs Round LED Long LED Adjustment Guide Speed SettingsChange Speed Setting Long LED Change Force SettingSettings Opener runs, but door Opener does not runFrom wall console Does not movePowerhead LED Possible Problem Solution Opening Cover May Cause Electric Shock Reference Circuit Wiring DiagramDisconnect power from opener prior to removing cover ChainMax 100

chainmax 1200 garage door opener specifications

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