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Chamberlain Contractor Series Manual

Wi-fi garage door opener, chain drive/belt drive.
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Wi-Fi
Garage Door Opener
®
Contractor Series Chain Drive Models 8160W, 8160WB,
8164W, and 8165W
Contractor Series Belt Drive Model 8155W
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
LiftMaster
300 Windsor Drive
Oak Brook, IL 60523
• Please read this manual and the safety materials
carefully!
• The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector
System
is connected and properly aligned.
®
• Periodic checks of the garage door opener are
required to ensure safe operation.
• This garage door opener is ONLY compatible with
myQ
and Security+ 2.0
®
• DO NOT install on a one-piece door if using devices
or features providing unattended close. Unattended
devices and features are to be used ONLY with
sectional doors.
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  • Page 1 Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener ® Contractor Series Chain Drive Models 8160W, 8160WB, 8164W, and 8165W Contractor Series Belt Drive Model 8155W • Please read this manual and the safety materials FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY carefully! • The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector System is connected and properly aligned.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preparation ......... 3 Troubleshooting.

  • Page 3: 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 ®...
  • Page 4 Preparation Before You Connect with Your Smartphone Check the Door Monitor and control your garage door from anywhere using the myQ app. You will need: To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: Wi-Fi enabled smartphone, tablet or laptop ALWAYS call a trained door systems technician if garage door binds, sticks, or Broadband Internet Connection Wi-Fi signal in the garage (2.4 Ghz, 802.11b/g/n required) is out of balance.
  • Page 5 Preparation Tools Needed 5/32 3/16 5/16 7/16 7/16 9/16...

  • Page 6: Carton Inventory - Models 8160W, 8160Wb, 8164W, 8165W

    Preparation Carton Inventory - 8160W, 8160WB, 8164W, 8165W Hardware Accessories will vary depending on the garage door opener model purchased. Depending Installation Door Control Hardware on your specific model, other accessories may be included with your garage door opener. The instructions for these accessories will be attached to the accessory and are Hex bolt 5/16"-18 x 7/8"...

  • Page 7: Carton Inventory - Models 8155W

    Preparation Carton Inventory - 8155W Installation Hardware Hex bolt 5/16"-18 x 7/8" (4) Lock washer 5/16" (4) Accessories will vary depending on the garage door opener model purchased. Depending Lag screw 5/16"-9 x 1-5/8" (2) Self-threading screw 1/4"-14 x 5/8" (2) on your specific model, other accessories may be included with your garage door Clevis Pin 5/16"...

  • Page 8: Assembly For Models: 8160W, 8160Wb, 8164W, 8165W

    Assembly for Models: 8160W, 8160WB, 8164W, 8165W 1 Attach the Rail to the Garage Door Opener 2 Tighten the Chain 1. Loosen the inner nut and lock washer on the trolley threaded shaft. 2. Tighten the outer nut until the chain is a 1/2" above the base of the rail at the midpoint of the rail.

  • Page 9: Assembly For Model: 8155W

    Assembly for Model: 8155W 1 Attach the Rail to the Garage Door Opener 2 Tighten the Belt 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.

  • Page 10: 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 within sight of the garage door.
  • Page 11 Installation 1 Determine the Header Bracket Location OPTIONAL Unfinished CEILING Ceiling MOUNT FOR HEADER Header Wall BRACKET To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: Vertical Centerline of Garage Door Header bracket MUST be RIGIDLY fastened to structural support on header Structural Supports wall or ceiling, otherwise garage door might NOT reverse when required.
  • Page 12 Installation 2 Install the Header Bracket OPTION B - 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 2. Center the bracket on the vertical mark, no more than 6" (15 cm) from the wall. ceiling.
  • Page 13 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 14 Installation 5 Hang the Garage Door Opener HARDWARE Lock Washer 5/16" Hex Bolt 5/16"- 18x7/8" Nut 5/16"-18 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 FIGURE 2 installing ANY brackets into masonry.
  • Page 15 Installation 6 Install the Light Bulbs for Models 8160W, 8160WB Install the Light Bulbs for Models 8155W, 8164W and 8165W To prevent possible OVERHEATING of the end panel or light socket: To prevent possible OVERHEATING of the end panel or light socket: Use ONLY A19 incandescent (100W maximum) or compact fluorescent (26W Use ONLY A19 incandescent (100W maximum) or compact fluorescent (26W maximum) light bulbs.
  • Page 16 Installation 7 Attach the Emergency Release Rope and Handle To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door: If possible, use emergency release handle to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is CLOSED. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could result in an open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly.
  • Page 17 Installation 8 Install the Door Bracket Metal, insulated or light weight factory reinforced doors: Drill 3/16" fastening holes. Secure the door bracket using the self-threading screws. (Figure 3) Wood Doors: Use top and bottom or side to side door bracket holes. Drill 5/16” holes through Fiberglass, aluminum or lightweight steel garage doors WILL REQUIRE reinforcement the door and secure bracket with 5/16"-18 x 2"...
  • Page 18 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. Clevis Pin 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Bolt 5/16"-18 x 7/8" 1. Close the door. Disconnect the trolley by pulling the emergency release handle. Lock Washer 5/16"...

  • Page 19: Install The Door Control

    Install the Door Control 1 Install the Door Control - 882LMW 1. Strip 7/16" (11 mm) of insulation from one end of the wire and separate the wires. 2. Connect one wire to each of the two screws on the back of the door control. The wires can be connected to either screw.

  • Page 20: Install The Door Control - 883Lmw

    Install the Door Control 1 Install the Door Control - 883LMW 1. Strip 1/4" (6 mm) of insulation from one end of the wire and separate the wires. 2. Connect one wire to each of the two screws on the back of the door control. The wires can be connected to either screw.
  • Page 21 Install the Door Control 2 Wire the door control to the garage door opener 3 Attach the warning labels PRE-WIRED INSTALLATIONS: When wiring the door control to the garage door opener 1. Attach the entrapment warning label on the wall near the door control with tacks make sure you use the same wires that are connected to the door control.

  • Page 22: 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 23 ® Install the Protector System 1 Install the Safety Reversing Sensors OPTION B - WALL INSTALLATION If additional clearance is needed an extension bracket (not provided) or wood blocks can HARDWARE be used. Make sure each bracket has the same amount of clearance so they will align correctly.
  • Page 24 ® 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 PRE-WIRED INSTALLATIONS: If your garage already has wires installed for the safety needed.
  • Page 25 ® Install the Protector System OPTION B - PRE-WIRED INSTALLATION Pre-installed Safety reversing wires 1. Cut the end of the safety reversing sensor wire, making sure there is enough wire 7/16" sensor wires (11 mm) to reach the pre-installed wires from the wall. 2.

  • Page 26: 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 27 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 2.
  • Page 28 Power 3 Ensure the Door Control is Wired Correctly Models: 8155W, 8160W, 8160WB, 8165W If the door control has been installed and wired correctly, the command LED behind the push bar will blink. Push bar COMMAND LED Models: 8164W If the door control has been installed and wired correctly, the LED behind the push button will blink (883LMW).

  • Page 29: Adjustments

    Adjustments Introduction PROGRAMMING BUTTONS The programming buttons are located on the left or back 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. PROGRAMMING BUTTONS Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small UP Button...

  • Page 30: Program The Travel

    Adjustments PROGRAMMING BUTTONS 1 Program the Travel UP Button Adjustment Button Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small DOWN Button children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. Incorrect adjustment of garage door travel limits will interfere with proper operation of safety reversal system.

  • Page 31: 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 Without a properly installed safety reversing sensor, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door.

  • Page 32: Battery Backup

    Battery Backup 1 Install the Battery* 2 Test the Battery 1. Unplug the garage door opener. The battery status LED will either glow solid orange indicating opener is operating on battery power or will flash indicating low battery power. NOTE: Make sure the garage door opener is unplugged. To reduce the risk of FIRE or INJURY to persons: 2.
  • Page 33 Battery Backup 3 Charge the Battery* 4 Battery Status LED The battery charges when the garage door opener is plugged into a 120Vac electrical GREEN LED: outlet that has power and requires 24 hours to fully charge. A fully charged battery All systems are normal.

  • Page 34: Operation

    Operation IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. 10. Safety reversal system MUST be tested every month. Garage door MUST 2. ALWAYS keep remote controls out of reach of children. NEVER permit children reverse on contact with 1-1/2"...

  • Page 35: Features

    Operation Features However, you can close the door if you hold the button on the door control or keyless entry until the door is fully closed. The safety reversing sensors do not effect the Your garage door opener is equipped with features to provide you with greater control opening cycle.

  • Page 36: Connect With Your Smartphone

    Operation Connect With Your Smartphone Learn Button The Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener is compatible with up to 16 myQ enabled accessories. Up to 10 devices can be paired to the Wi-Fi garage door opener’s internal gateway. These devices can be controlled with the myQ app. These devices include any combination of myQ garage door openers, Wi-Fi garage door openers, myQ light controls, myQ gate operators or myQ commercial door operators.

  • Page 37: Using The Multi-Function Door Control 882Lmw

    Operation Using the Multi-Function Door Control 882LMW The following features are accessible by lifting up the push bar: LEARN A DEVICE SYNCHRONIZE THE DOOR CONTROL Any compatible remote controls, wireless keyless entry, or myQ accessories can be programmed to the garage door opener by pressing the LEARN button of the door To synchronize the door control to the garage door opener, press the push bar until the garage door opener activates (it may take up to 3 presses).

  • Page 38: Using The Push Button Door Control 883Lmw

    Operation Using the Push Button Door Control 883LMW SYNCHRONIZE THE DOOR CONTROL To synchronize the door control to the garage door opener, press the push button until the garage door opener activates (it may take up to 3 presses). Test the door control by pressing the push button, each press of the push button will activate the garage door opener.

  • Page 39: Control Panel Setup

    Operation Control Panel Setup LIGHT FEATURE (Default is Active) Deactivate: LOCK Command LED Press and hold the LIGHT button until the Your remote controls will NOT work when Command LED garage door opener lights turn on, then off LOCK mode is active however your keyless again.* LOCK Button entry will still allow access to your garage.

  • Page 40: Remote Control

    Operation Remote Control TO ADD, REPROGRAM, OR CHANGE A REMOTE CONTROL/KEYLESS ENTRY PIN USING THE MULTI FUNCTION DOOR CONTROL - MODEL 883LMW Your remote control has been programmed at the factory to operate with your 1. Press and hold the LIGHT button and the push button until the push button LED garage door opener.

  • Page 41: To Erase The Memory

    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 To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door: now erased.

  • Page 42: 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. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: Check to be sure door opens and closes fully. Adjust if necessary, see page 30. NEVER allow small children near batteries.

  • Page 43: 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 Flash(es) Down Arrow Flash(es) The garage door opener will not close and the Safety reversing sensors are not installed, connected, or wires may be cut.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting DIAGNOSTIC CODE SYMPTOM SOLUTION Up Arrow Flash(es) Down Arrow Flash(es) Door is moving stops 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.

  • Page 45: Accessories

    Accessories 823LM Remote Light Switch: 877MAX MAX Wireless Keyless Entry: 374UT Mini Universal Remote 881LMW Motion Detecting Automatically control your For use outside of the home Control: Control Panel with lights using your garage door to enable access to the garage The Mini Universal Remote Timer-to-Close Control: opener, a Security+ 2.0...

  • Page 46: Warranty

    Warranty ® LIFTMASTER LIMITED WARRANTY ® LiftMaster (“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. WARRANTY PERIOD Models Parts...

  • Page 47: Automatic Garage Door Opener Safety & Maintenance Guide

    Automatic Garage Door Opener Safety & Maintenance Guide Garage Door Opener Safety – An Automatic Decision A garage door is the largest moving object in the home. An improperly adjusted garage door and opener can exert deadly force when the door closes – which could lead to entrapment of children or adults and subsequent injury or death.
  • Page 48 Routine Maintenance Can Prevent Tragedies Make monthly inspection and testing of your garage door and opener system a part of your regular routine. Review your owner’s manual for both the door and door opener. If you don’t have the owner’s manuals, contact the manufacturer(s) and request a copy for your specific model(s). Look for the opener model number on the back of the power unit. WARNING –...

  • Page 49: Repair Parts

    Repair Parts Models 8160W, 8160WB, 8164W and 8165W Rail Assembly Parts Installation Parts Description Part Number Description Part Number 1 Master link kit 004A1008 Remote control visor clip K029B0137 2 Chain pulley bracket 041A4813 Emergency release rope and handle 041A2828 assembly 3 Complete trolley assembly 041A3489...
  • Page 50 Repair Parts Model 8155W Installation Parts Rail Assembly Parts Description Part Number Description Part Number Master link kit 004A1008 3V CR2032 Lithium battery K010A0020 Belt pulley bracket 041B5424 Remote control visor clip K029B0137 Complete trolley assembly 041B3869-3A Emergency release rope and 041A2828 (includes: Threaded Shaft, handle assembly...
  • Page 51 Repair Parts Model 8155W Garage Door Opener Parts Description Part Number Sprocket cover 041A4371 Gear and sprocket 041A4885-4 Drive and Worm Gear 041A2817 Front end panel with all labels 041A8393 Light socket 041C0279 Light lens K108D0079M Capacitor 030B0532-1 Capacitor bracket K012A0373 Universal motor 041D7440...
  • Page 52 Repair Parts Model 8160W and 8160WB Garage Door Opener Parts Description Part Number Sprocket and sprocket cover 041B5348-2 End panel with light socket (8160W) 041A7756-1 End panel with light socket (8160WB) 041A7618 Light lens 041A7562 Light socket 041C0279 Cover (8160W) 041D0644-31 Cover (8160WB) 041D0646-1...
  • Page 53 Repair Parts Model 8164W and 8165W Description Part Number Sprocket cover 031D0380M Garage Door Opener Parts Gear and sprocket 041C4220A Drive and Worm Gear 041A2817 Front end panel with all labels 041A8393 Light socket 041C0279 Light lens K108D0079M Capacitor 030B0532-1 Capacitor bracket K012A0373 Universal motor...

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