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- Page 1 Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener ® Belt Drive Models 8550W and 8550W-267 ® ® ® SERIAL NUMBER: www.prodregister.com/LiftMaster...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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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 ® 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 ®...
- Page 5 Preparation Tools Needed 5/32 3/16 5/16 7/16 7/16 9/16...
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Page 6: Carton Inventory
Provided Sending senor (1), receiving sensor (1), and safety sensor brackets (2) O. Safety labels and literature P. Rail grease Q. 3-Button Remote Control Not Provided 893MAX Model 8550W (1) Model 8550W-267 (2) R. Keyless Entry 877MAX Model 8550W-267 ONLY... -
Page 7: Assembly
(Mounted in the garage #8x3/8" Securely attach sprocket cover BEFORE operating. (Packed with the door opener) sprocket cover) Model 8550W Hex Screw Washered Bolt To avoid SERIOUS damage to garage door opener, use ONLY those bolts/fasteners #8x3/8" 5/16"-18x1/2" mounted in the top of the opener. - Page 8 Assembly (To motor unit) 2 Tighten the Belt 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.
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Page 9: 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 10: Determine The Header Bracket Location
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 Header bracket MUST be RIGIDLY fastened to structural support on header wall of Garage Door Structural or ceiling, otherwise garage door might NOT reverse when required. -
Page 11: Install The Header Bracket
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 2. Center the bracket on the vertical mark, no more than 6" (15 cm) from the wall. ceiling. - Page 12 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 13 Installation 5 Hang the Garage Door Opener HARDWARE To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY from a falling garage door opener, fasten it Lock Washer 5/16" Hex Bolt 5/16"- 18x7/8" Nut 5/16"-18 SECURELY to structural supports of the garage. Concrete anchors MUST be used if installing ANY brackets into masonry.
- Page 14 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 If possible, use emergency release handle to disengage trolley ONLY when (26W maximum) light bulbs.
- Page 15 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) Fiberglass, aluminum or lightweight steel garage doors WILL REQUIRE reinforcement NOTE: The 1/4"-14x5/8"...
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Page 16: Connect The Door Arm To The Trolley
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"x1-1/4" Hex Bolt 5/16"-18x7/8" 1. Close the door. Disconnect the trolley by pulling the emergency release handle. Lock Washer 5/16"... -
Page 17: Install The Door Control
Install the Door Control 1 Install the Door Control 1. Strip 7/16 inch (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 18 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. Insulated Staple 2. Attach the manual release/safety reverse test label in a visible location on the (Not shown) inside of the garage door.
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Page 19: 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 20 ® 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 HARDWARE be used. Make sure each bracket has the same amount of clearance so they will align correctly.
- Page 21 ® 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 22 ® 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.
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Page 23: 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. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution or fire: TYPICAL WIRING Be sure power is NOT connected to the opener, and disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to establish permanent wiring connection. - Page 24 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.
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Page 25: 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. Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small PROGRAMMING BUTTONS children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. - Page 26 Adjustments PROGRAMMING BUTTONS 1 Program the Travel UP Button Adjustment Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small Button children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. Incorrect adjustment of garage door travel limits will interfere with proper DOWN Button operation of safety reversal system.
- Page 27 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.
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Page 28: 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. To reduce the risk of FIRE or INJURY to persons: NOTE: Make sure the garage door opener is unplugged. - Page 29 Battery Backup* Charge the Battery Battery Status LED The battery charges when the garage door opener is plugged into a 110Vac electrical GREEN LED: outlet that has power and requires up to 72 hours to fully charge. A fully charged battery All systems are normal.
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Page 30: 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 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. on contact with 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) high object (or a 2x4 laid flat) on the floor. 2. - Page 31 Operation Features LIGHTS The garage door opener light bulbs will turn on when the opener is initially plugged in; Your garage door opener is equipped with features to provide you with greater control power is restored after interruption, or when the garage door opener is activated. The over your garage door operation.
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Page 32: Get Connected
Wi-Fi network. Exit ©2014 The Chamberlain Group, Inc. be added if you need to control more than 10 devices using the MyQ app. Up to 6 devices can be paired to garage door opener itself (controlled by garage door opener ®... - Page 33 Operation Using the Door Control The following features are accessible through the screen using the navigation buttons: SYNCHRONIZE THE DOOR CONTROL LEARN A DEVICE Any compatible remote controls, wireless keyless entry, Wi-Fi garage door openers, or To synchronize the door control to the garage door opener, press the push bar until ®...
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Page 34: Using The Door Control
Operation SETTINGS Press the navigation button below the down arrow till you see TEMPERATURE to view Using the Door Control the Settings menu. Setup Display the temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius and show/hide the temperature. The features on the door control can be programmed through a series of menus on the Select a language. -
Page 35: Remote Control
Operation Remote Control PROGRAM USING THE LEARN BUTTON ON THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER 1. Press and release the LEARN Button on the garage door opener. Your remote control has been programmed at the factory to operate with your 2. Press the button on the remote control. garage door opener. - Page 36 Operation To Open the Door Manually 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.
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Page 37: 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 26. NEVER allow small children near batteries. -
Page 38: 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 Safety sensors are not installed, connected or wires may be cut. - Page 39 Troubleshooting DIAGNOSTIC CODE SYMPTOM SOLUTION Up Arrow Flash Down Arrow (es) 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.
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Page 40: Accessories
Accessories ® 829LM Garage and Gate Monitor: 880LM Smart Control Panel 823LM Remote Light Switch: 893MAX 3-Button MAX Remote Control: Monitor open/closed status Displays temperature, time Automatically control your ® for up to 4 MyQ compatible ® and system diagnostics; lights using your garage door Compatible with LiftMaster garage door openers or gate... -
Page 41: 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 Parts Motor... -
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 and 41A5047-1 Fastener Belt - for 10 foot door 41A5434-14 Emergency Release Rope and 41A2828... - Page 43 Repair Parts Model 8550W Garage Door Opener Parts Description Part Number Sprocket and Sprocket Cover with Screws 041C589-2 End Panel with battery cover and light socket 041A7618 Light Lens 041A7562 Light Socket 041C0279 Transformer 041D0277-1 Cover 041D8257 Motor with Travel Module...