Install The Header Bracket - Chamberlain ATS2113X 1/2 HP Installation Manual

INSTALLATION STEP 2

Install the Header Bracket

You can attach the header bracket either to the wall above the
door, or to the ceiling. Follow the instructions which will work
best for your particular requirements. DO NOT install the
header bracket over drywall. If installing into masonry, use
concrete anchors (not provided).
WALL HEADER BRACKET INSTALLATION
1. Center the bracket on the vertical centerline with the
bottom edge of the bracket on the horizontal line as
shown (with the arrow pointing toward the ceiling).
2. Mark the vertical set of bracket holes (do not use the
holes designated for ceiling mount). Drill 3/16" pilot holes
and fasten the bracket securely to a structural support
with lag screws.
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
Lag Screw
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
CEILING HEADER BRACKET INSTALLATION
1. Extend the vertical centerline onto the ceiling as shown.
2. Center the bracket on the vertical mark, no more than 6"
(15 cm) from the wall. Make sure the arrow is pointing
toward the wall. The bracket can be mounted fl ush against
the ceiling when clearance is minimal.
3. Mark the side holes. Drill 3/16" pilot holes and fasten
bracket securely to a structural support with lag screws.
Ceiling Mounting Holes
Wall Mounting Holes
Optional Wall
Mounting Holes
- Header Wall -
Header Bracket
2x4 Structural
Support
Horizontal Line
Highest Point
of Door Travel
6" (15 cm)
Maximum
Door
Spring
Door
9
Vertical Centerline
of Door
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
Door Spring
- Door -
Vertical Centerline
of Door
- Finished Ceiling -
Vertical
Centerline of
Door
Header
Bracket
Lag Screws
5/16"-9x1-5/8"
- Header Wall -
Vertical
Centerline of
Door