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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury to persons - Use this operator only with Residential Sectional Garage doors. Owner’s Manual Please read and understand this manual and safety instructions carefully before installation. ● The Opener WILL NOT CLOSE until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly installed and aligned. ●...
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Table of Contents Introduction Symbols and Icons Inventory Preparation / Door Balance Test Tools Required Assembly Assembling T-Rail Tension the Belt Installation Mounting Header Bracket Attaching Rail to Header Bracket and Mounting Door Bracket Mounting Opener to Ceiling Attaching Door Arms Installing Light and Emergency Release Handle Wiring Wiring Instructions...
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Inventory Opener Unit + Light Lens Photo Eye Safety System Remote Control Light bulbs are not included) Screw #6 x 1” Door Bracket Drywall Anchor Speaker and Door Control Console Header Bracket Clevis Pin Long x1 5/16’’ x 2-1/4’’ Literature + Safety Labels Door Arms Hitch Pin —...
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Preparation WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - Before beginning installation of the Opener please complete the following test to ensure that your door is balanced and in good working condition. - A poorly balanced door can cause serious injury and damage to the Opener. - Always have a qualified garage door service technician make any required adjustments and/or repairs to your door before proceeding with installation.
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Assembling T-Rail WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Keep hands and fingers clear from sprocket during operation. - Wear gloves when installing chain/belt and cable. - Keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. CAUTION - DO NOT connect power until instructed.
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Tension the Belt / Chain WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Keep hands and fingers clear from sprocket during operation. - Wear gloves when installing chain/belt and cable. - Keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. Note: The chain or belt rail assembly comes pre-tensioned from the factory.
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Mounting Header Bracket WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - The Header Bracket MUST be SECURELY fastened to the structural support on the mounting wall or ceiling, otherwise the door may not reverse when required. DO NOT install the Header Bracket over drywall. - Concrete anchors MUST be used when mounting the Header Bracket into masonry.
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Attaching Rail to Header Bracket and Mounting Door Bracket CAUTION To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - REINFORCEMENT is recommended for fiberglass, aluminum or lightweight steel garage doors BEFORE installing the door Bracket. Contact your door manufacturer for reinforcement options. To Attach the Opener to the Header Bracket As shown in Fig.1, use the packaging carton as temporary support for the Opener.
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Mounting Opener to Ceiling WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Install the Opener at least 7 feet (2.13m) above the floor. - Fasten the Opener SECURELY to STRUCTURAL SUPPORTS of the garage to prevent falling. - If installing Brackets to masonry, concrete anchors (not provided) MUST be used.
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Attaching Door Arms WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Keep hands and fingers away from the sprocket during operation. - Wear gloves when installing chain/belt and cable. - Keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. NOTE: The straight door arm must be installed vertically to the door when door is at closed position.
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Installing Light and Emergency Release Handle WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Disconnect power cord before installing/replacing light bulb. To prevent possible OVERHEATING or damage to Opener: - Use ONLY A19 (E26) incandescent bulbs (100W max.). - DO NOT use short neck or specialty light bulbs.
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Wiring Instructions WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected until instructed. - NO exposed part of the wire should be visible outside of the terminal for proper connection. In the following section, the Photo Eye Safety System and Door Control Console will be connected to the Opener.
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Connecting Photo Eye Safety System WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected BEFORE Photo Eye Safety system is connected and aligned. - The Opener will not operate until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly connected and aligned. - Install the Photo Eyes NO higher than 6”...
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Connecting Speaker and Door Control Console WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected until instructed. To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from using the Speaker and Door Control Console or Push Button and a closing door: - Install the Speaker and Door Control Console or Push Button within sight of the door at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5m) above the floor.
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2. Press and hold button on the wall control until it flashes 2. Search and choose "GUARDIAN" on handheld device 3. Flashing indicator on wall console will glow steadily as confirmation and your music will be played through the opener speakers.
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Connecting Power WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution or fire: - Power MUST be DISCONNECTED BEFORE proceeding with permanent wiring procedures. - Garage Door Opener installation and wiring MUST be in compliance with all local electrical and building codes.
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Travel Limit Adjustment— I. UP Limit WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment: - DO NOT adjust force to compensate for binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualified garage door service person to make necessary adjustments in case of binding. - DO NOT increase force beyond minimum force required for closing the door.
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Travel Limit Adjustment— II. DOWN Limit WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment: - DO NOT adjust force to compensate binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualified garage door service person to make necessary adjustments in case of binding. - DO NOT increase force beyond minimum force required for closing the door.
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Auto Force Adjustment WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment: - DO NOT adjust force to compensate binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualified garage door service person to make necessary adjustments in case of binding. - DO NOT increase force beyond minimum force required for closing the door.
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Final Adjustments and Testing WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door: - The Safety Reversal Test MUST be conducted ONCE A MONTH. - NO ONE should cross the path of moving door during operation and/or testing. - If either Force or Travel limit adjustment is made, then other adjustment may also be needed.
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Programming Remote Controls WARNING To Prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - Keep remote control and battery out of reach of children. - NEVER permit children to access the Deluxe Door Control Console nor Remote Controls. - Operate the door ONLY when it is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions present. - ALWAYS keep a moving door in sight until completely closed.
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Operating the Opener WARNING To Prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND LABELS - Keep Remote Control and battery out of reach of children. - NEVER permit children to access the Speaker and Door Control Console, Push Button or Remote Controls. - Operate the door ONLY when it is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions and is in clear sight.
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Operating the Opener Door Status vs. Activation Activation using Speaker and Door Door status Control Console / Remote Control Door at fully open / close position Door will move to fully close / open position Door is closing Door will reverse Door is opening Door will stop Door is stopped as intended in partially open position...
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Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Door balance test, refer to page 4. Once a month Safety reverse test, refer to page 20. Twice a year Check chain/belt tension ( refer to page 6 for adjustment if necessary). - Limit and Force adjustment may be necessary due to weather conditions. Refer to pages 17-19 for adjustment.
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Repair Parts Installation Parts Item Part No. Name / Description GUAT-027 Header Bracket GUAT-022 Door Bracket Hardware Bag GUAT-023 (Installation hardware shown on P.3) GUAT-024 Curved Door Arm GUAT-025 Straight Door Arm GUAT-026 Emergency Release Handle & Rope Accessories Item Part No.
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Opener Assembly Parts Item Part No. Name / Description GUDT-301 Chassis GUDT-328 Transformer GUDT-346 Logic Board GUDT-313 DC Motor (with encoder shaft) GUDT-314 Encoder Module GUDT-335 Opener Cover GUDT-309 Lamp Plate GUDT-310 Light Lens GUDT-311 Light Lens Clip GUDT-325 Bluetooth & Amplifier Board GUDT-327 Speaker Unit...
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Your operator has been installed by a professional installation specialist. If service information is required please contact the installing company or your local Guardian dealer. Look for your Guardian dealer online, in the yellow pages or call our service number for a dealer near you.
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