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INSTALLATION STEP 4
Position the Opener
Follow instructions which apply to your door type as illustrated.
SECTIONAL DOOR OR ONE-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK
A 2x4 laid flat is convenient for setting an ideal
•Remove foam packaging.
•Raise the opener onto a stepladder. You will need help at this point if the ladder is not tall enough.
•Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 laid flat on the top section beneath the rail.
•If the top section or panel hits the trolley when you raise the door, pull down on the trolley release arm to disconnect inner and outer sections. Slide the outer trolley toward the motor unit. The trolley can remain disconnected until Installation Step 12
is completed.
Trolley
Release Arm
ENGAGEDRELEASED
CAUTION
To prevent damage to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on top section of door.
Rail
2x4 is used to determine
Doorthe correct mounting height from ceiling.
A 2x4 on its side is convenient for setting an ideal
•Remove foam packaging.
•Raise the opener onto a stepladder. You will need help at this point if the ladder is not tall enough.
•Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 on its side on the top section of the door beneath the rail.
•The top of the door should be level with the top of the motor unit. Do not position the opener more than 4" (10 cm) above this point.
Header
Bracket
Top of Door
Top of Motor Unit
2x4 is used to determine the correct mounting height from ceiling.
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