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Raynor 8550WRGD Admiral II Owner's Manual

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Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Install the Door Control . . . . . . 16-17
Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23
Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-26
Battery Backup. . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-35
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . 37-38
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Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Repair Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-43
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Raynor Garage Doors
1101 E. River Road
Dixon, Illinois 61021

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    The Timer-to-Close is to be used ONLY with sectional doors. SERIAL NUMBER: Please write the MyQ Serial number in the box above. See page 2. Register online at: http://blog.raynor.com/warranty-registration www.raynor.com Raynor Garage Doors 1101 E. River Road...

  • Page 2: Preparation

    Preparation ® Serial Number Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review Write down the following information for future reference: This garage door opener has been designed and tested to offer safe service provided it is installed, operated, maintained and tested in strict accordance with the instructions and warnings contained in this ®...
  • Page 3 Preparation ® Test the Wi-Fi Signal Strength Check the Door Before You Begin You will need: To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: Wi-Fi enabled smartphone, tablet or laptop Broadband Internet Connection ALWAYS call a trained door systems technician if garage door binds, sticks, or is out of ®...
  • Page 4 Preparation Tools Needed 5/32 3/16 7/16 5/16 7/16 9/16...
  • Page 5 Preparation Carton Inventory Assembly Washered Bolt 5/16"-18 x 1/2" (2) [mounted in the top of the garage door opener] Accessories will vary depending on the garage door opener model purchased. Depending on your specific model, other accessories may be included with your garage door opener. The instructions for Installation these accessories will be attached to the accessory and are not included in this manual.

  • Page 6: Assembly

    Assembly 1 Attach the Rail to the Garage Door Opener HARDWARE To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY to finger from moving garage door opener: ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating opener. Washered Bolt 5/16"-18x1/2" Hex Screw Securely attach sprocket cover BEFORE operating. (Mounted in the garage #8x3/8"...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Assembly 2 Tighten the Belt (To motor unit) Spring Trolley Nut 1. By hand, thread the spring trolley nut on the threaded shaft until it is finger tight against the trolley. Do not use any tools. 2. Insert a flathead screwdriver tip into one of the nut ring slots and brace it firmly against the trolley.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. 9. Install wall-mounted garage door control: 2. Install garage door opener ONLY on properly balanced and lubricated garage door. An within sight of the garage door.

  • Page 9: Determine The Header Bracket Location

    Installation 1 Determine the Header Bracket Location OPTIONAL Unfinished CEILING Ceiling MOUNT FOR HEADER Header Wall To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: BRACKET Header bracket MUST be RIGIDLY fastened to structural support on header wall or ceiling, Vertical Centerline otherwise garage door might NOT reverse when required.
  • Page 10 Installation OPTION B 2 Install the Header Bracket CEILING INSTALLATION 1. Extend the vertical centerline onto the ceiling as shown. You can attach the header bracket either to the wall above the garage door, or to the ceiling. Follow the 2.
  • Page 11 Installation 3 Attach the Rail to the Header Bracket 4 Position the Garage Door Opener 1. Align the rail with the header bracket. Insert the clevis pin through the holes in the header bracket and rail. Secure with the ring fastener. NOTE: Use the packing material as a protective base for the garage door opener.
  • Page 12 Installation 5 Hang the Garage Door Opener HARDWARE To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY from a falling garage door opener, fasten it SECURELY to structural supports of the garage. Concrete anchors MUST be used if installing ANY brackets into Lock Washer 5/16" Hex Bolt 5/16"- 18x7/8"...

  • Page 13: Attach The Emergency Release Rope And Handle

    Installation 6 Install the Light Bulbs 7 Attach the Emergency Release Rope and Handle To prevent possible OVERHEATING of the end panel or light socket: To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door: Use ONLY A19 incandescent (100W maximum) or compact fluorescent (26W maximum) If possible, use emergency release handle to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is light bulbs.

  • Page 14: Install The Door Bracket

    Installation 8 Install the Door Bracket Wood Doors: Use top and bottom or side to side door bracket holes. Drill 5/16” holes through the door and secure bracket with 5/16"-18x2" carriage bolts, lock washers and nuts (not provided). (Figure 4) NOTE: The 1/4"-14x5/8" self-threading screws are not intended for use on wood doors. Fiberglass, aluminum or lightweight steel garage doors WILL REQUIRE reinforcement BEFORE HARDWARE installation of door bracket.
  • Page 15 Installation 9 Connect the Door Arm to the Trolley HARDWARE IMPORTANT: The groove on the straight door arm MUST face away from the curved door arm. 1. Close the door. Disconnect the trolley by pulling the emergency release handle. Slide the outer trolley back (away from the door) about 2"...

  • Page 16: Install The Door Control

    2 Smart Control Panels or 4 of any other Security+ 2.0™ door controls. DRYWALL NOTE: Older Raynor door controls and third party products are not compatible. Install the door control within sight of the door at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 m) where small children Drywall Anchor 6-32x1"...

  • Page 17: Install The Door Control

    Install the Door Control 2 Wire the door control to the garage door opener 3 Attach the warning labels HARDWARE 1. Attach the entrapment warning label on the wall near the door control with tacks or staples. 2. Attach the manual release/safety reverse test label in a visible location on the inside of the garage door.

  • Page 18: Install The Protector System

    ® Install the Protector System Introduction Be sure power is NOT connected to the garage door opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from closing garage door: Correctly connect and align the safety reversing sensor. This required safety device MUST NOT be disabled.
  • Page 19 ® Install the Protector System OPTION B 1 Install the Safety Reversing Sensors WALL INSTALLATION If additional clearance is needed an extension bracket (not provided) or wood blocks can be used. Make HARDWARE sure each bracket has the same amount of clearance so they will align correctly. 1.
  • Page 20 ® Install the Protector System OPTION C FLOOR INSTALLATION 2 Wire the Safety Reversing Sensors Use an extension bracket (not provided) or wood block to raise the sensor bracket if needed. PRE-WIRED INSTALLATIONS: If your garage already has wires installed for the safety reversing 1.
  • Page 21 ® Install the Protector System OPTION B PRE-WIRED INSTALLATION Pre-installed 1. Cut the end of the safety reversing sensor wire, making sure there is enough wire to reach the Safety reversing wires 7/16" sensor wires pre-installed wires from the wall. (11 mm) 2.

  • Page 22: Power

    Power 1 Connect Power THERE ARE TWO OPTIONS FOR CONNECTING POWER: OPTION A TYPICAL WIRING 1. Plug in the garage door opener into a grounded outlet. 2. DO NOT run garage door opener at this time. TYPICAL WIRING To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution or fire: Be sure power is NOT connected to the opener, and disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to establish permanent wiring connection.
  • Page 23 Power 2 Ensure the Safety Reversing Sensors are Aligned IF THE AMBER LED ON THE SENDING SENSOR IS NOT GLOWING: 1. Make sure there is power to the garage door opener. The door will not close if the sensors have not been installed and aligned correctly. 2.

  • Page 24: Adjustments

    Adjustments Introduction PROGRAMMING BUTTONS The programming buttons are located on the left side panel of the garage door opener and are used to program the travel. While programming, the UP and DOWN buttons can be used to move the door as needed.
  • Page 25 Adjustments 1 Program the Travel PROGRAMMING BUTTONS UP Button Adjustment Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be Button SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. Incorrect adjustment of garage door travel limits will interfere with proper operation of safety DOWN Button reversal system.

  • Page 26: Test The Safety Reversal System

    Adjustments ® 2 Test the Safety Reversal System 3 Test the Protector System Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be Without a properly installed safety reversing sensor, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door.

  • Page 27: Battery Backup

    72 hours to fully charge. maintenance. Use ONLY Raynor part # 485LG for replacement battery. 3. Plug in the garage door opener. Verify the battery status LED flashing green, indicating the DO NOT dispose of battery in fire. Battery may explode. Check with local codes for disposal battery is charging.
  • Page 28 Battery Backup Charge the Battery Battery Status LED The battery charges when the garage door opener is plugged into a 110Vac electrical outlet that has GREEN LED: power and requires up to 72 hours to fully charge. A fully charged battery supplies 12Vdc to the garage All systems are normal.

  • Page 29: Operation

    Operation IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 10. Safety reversal system MUST be tested every month. Garage door MUST reverse on contact 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. with 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) high object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on the floor. Failure to adjust the garage 2.
  • Page 30 Operation Features LIGHTS The garage door opener light bulbs will turn on when the opener is initially plugged in; power is restored Your garage door opener is equipped with features to provide you with greater control over your garage after interruption, or when the garage door opener is activated. The lights will turn off automatically after door operation.
  • Page 31 Operation ® Get Connected with MyQ 3. CONNECT THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER TO YOUR HOME WI-FI NETWORK ® ® …and control your garage door opener with the MyQ App. Launch the web browser (Safari or Chrome™) on your smartphone or tablet. Enter setup.myqdevice.com into the browser address bar.

  • Page 32: Using The Door Control

    Operation Using the Door Control The following features are accessible through the screen using the navigation buttons: LEARN A DEVICE ® SYNCHRONIZE THE DOOR CONTROL Any compatible remote controls, wireless keyless entry, Wi-Fi garage door openers, or MyQ accessories can be programmed to the garage door opener by accessing the menu and using the To synchronize the door control to the garage door opener, press the push bar until the garage door navigation buttons.
  • Page 33 Operation Using the Door Control SETTINGS Press the navigation button below the down arrow till you see TEMPERATURE to view the Settings Setup menu. Display the temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius and The features on the door control can be programmed through a series of menus on the screen and the show/hide the temperature.

  • Page 34: Remote Control

    To program additional remote control turns on. accessories refer to the instructions provided with the accessory or visit www.raynor.com. If your vehicle is 4. Press and release the Learn button on the garage door opener. The Learn LED will light.
  • Page 35 Operation To Erase the Memory To Open the Door Manually ERASE ALL REMOTE CONTROLS AND KEYLESS ENTRIES 1. Press and hold the learn button on garage door opener until the learn LED goes out (approximately 6 seconds). All remote control and keyless entry codes are now erased. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door: Reprogram any accessory you wish to use.

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The Remote Control Battery EVERY MONTH Manually operate door. If it is unbalanced or binding, call a trained door systems technician. Check to be sure door opens and closes fully. Adjust if necessary, see page 25. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: Test the safety reversal system.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Diagnostic Chart Your garage door opener is programmed with self-diagnostic capabilities. The UP and DOWN arrows on the garage door opener flash the diagnostic codes. DIAGNOSTIC CODE SYMPTOM SOLUTION Up Arrow Down Arrow Flash(es) Flash(es) The garage door opener will not close and the light bulbs Safety sensors are not installed, connected or wires may be cut.
  • Page 38 Troubleshooting DIAGNOSTIC CODE SYMPTOM SOLUTION Up Arrow Flash(es) Down Arrow Flash(es) Door is moving stops and or reverses. Manually open and close the door. Check for binding or obstructions, such as a broken spring or door lock, correct as needed. If the door is binding or sticking contact a trained door systems technician. If door is not binding or sticking attempt to reprogram travel (refer to page 25).

  • Page 39: Accessories

    Monitor open/closed status for Control: Displays temperature, time and using your garage door opener, up to 4 MyQ compatible garage Compatible with Raynor system diagnostics; includes a ® ® a SECURITY+ 2.0™ remote door openers or gate operators garage door openers...

  • Page 40: Warranty

    Warranty ® RAYNOR LIMITED WARRANTY ® Raynor (“Seller”) warrants to the first retail purchaser of this product, for the residence in which this product is originally installed, that it is free from defects in materials and/or workmanship for a specific period of time as defined below (the “Warranty Period”). The warranty period commences from the date of purchase.

  • Page 41: Notes

    Notes...

  • Page 42: Repair Parts

    Repair Parts Rail Assembly Parts Installation Parts Description Part Number Description Part Number Belt - for 7 foot door 41A5434-11 Curved Door Arm 178B35 Belt - for 8 foot door 41A5434-13 Door Bracket with Clevis Pin 41A5047-1 and Fastener Belt - for 10 foot door 41A5434-14 Emergency Release Rope 41A2828...

  • Page 43: Www.raynor.com

    For installation and server information call: 1-800-472-9667 Or visit us online at: www.raynor.com Before calling, please have the model number of the garage door opener. If you are calling about a Troubleshooting issue, it is recommended that you have access to your garage door opener while calling. If you are ordering a repair part please have the following information: part number, part name, and model number.
  • Page 44 Wi-Fi ® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance. © 2016, The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 114A4861 All Rights Reserved...

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