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CAUTION
Garage Door Opener PLEASE READ THIS
MANUAL CAREFULLY
Model 139.53626SR - I/2HP
CONTENTS PAGE
Model 139.53515SR - I/2HP Safety Rules .................. 2
Operation of Your Opener ....... 3
Maintenance Schedule ... 3
Features of Your Opener.. 4
Specifications ........... 4
Accessories ............ 4
Carton Check List ....... 5
You'll Need Tools ........ 5
Assembly .................... 6
Installation Information ......... 9
Installation ................... 10
Force & Limit Adjustment ....... 17
Safety Reveres Test ............ 18
Setting/Changing Code ......... 19
Having a Problem ? ............ 20
Repair Parts, Rail Assembly ..... 22
FASTEN THIS MANUAL NEAR THE GARAGE DOOR AFTER Repair Parts, Installation ........ 22
INSTALLATION. PERIODIC CHECKS OF THE OPENER ARE Repair Parts, Chassis Assembly.. 23
REQUIRED TO INSURE SATISFACTORY OPERATION. How To Order Repair Parts ...... 24
Maintenance Agreements ....... 24
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY. Sears Warranty ................ 24
 Start By Reading These Important Safety Rules
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL MEANS CAUTION -- PERSONAL SAFETY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE INSTRUCTION, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
THIS GARAGE DOOR OPENER IS DESIGNED AND TESTED TO OFFER REASONABLY
SAFE SERVICE PROVIDED IT IS INSTALLED AND OPERATED IN STRICT ACCORDANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS,
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

CAUTION: IF YOUR GARAGE HAS NO SERVICE ENTRANCE DOOR, INSTALL MODEL 53702 EMERGENCY RELEASE
KEYLOCK (PAGE 4). THIS ACCESSORY ALLOWS MANUAL OPERA TION OF GARAGE DOOR FROM OUTSIDE IN CASE
OF POWER FAILURE.

THE SAFETY REVERSE SYSTEM TEST IS VERY

binding doors must be BALANCED.
repaired. Garage doors, IMPORTANT (page 18). Your garage door MUST
A EEP GARAGE DOOR Sticking or J_.
door swings, cables, pulleys, brackets and their reverse on contact with a 1" obstacle placed on
hardware are under extreme tension and can the floor. Failure to properly adjust the opener
cause serious personal injury. DO NOT may result in serious personal injury from a
ATTEMPT TO LOOSEN, MOVE OR ADJUST closing garage door. REPEAT THE TEST AT
THEM. Call s garage door serviceman. LEAST ONCE EVERY THREE MONTHS AND
MAKE NEEDED ADJUSTMENTS.

DO NOT WEAR
CLOTHING while RINGS,
installingWATCHES
or servicingORa LOOSE
garage Fasten theasCAUTION
Control LABEL ofalongside
a reminder the Wall
safe operating
door opener. procedures.

To avoid serious personal injury from entangle- Install the Wall Control (or any additional push
ment, REMOVE ALL ROPES CONNECTED TO buttons) IN A LOCATION WHERE THE GARAGE
THE GARAGE DOOR before installing the DOOR IS VISIBLE, BUT OUT OF THE REACH OF
garage door opener. CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO
OPERATE THE WALL PUSH BUTTON(S) OR
TRANSMITTER. Serious personal injury from a
DISENGAGE ALL EXISTING GARAGE DOOR closing garage door may result from misuse of
LOCKS to avoid damage to garage door. the opener.

CAUTION: Activate opener only when the door

is in full view, free of obstructions end opener
Installation and wiring must be in compliance is properly edjusted. NO ONE SHOULD ENTER
with your local building and electrical codes. OR LEAVE THE GARAGE WHILE DOOR IS IN
CONNECT THE POWER CORD ONLY TO A MOTION. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY
PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET. NEAR THE DOOR.

LIGHTWEIGHT FIBERGLASS, ALUMINUM AND Use the emergency release ONLY to disengage
STEEL DOORS MUST BE SUBSTANTIALLY the trolley and, if possible, ONLY when the door
REINFORCED TO AVOID DOOR DAMAGE. (See is closed. DO NOT USE EMERGENCY HANDLE
page 15.) The best solution is to check with your TO PULL DOOR OPEN OR CLOSED.
garage door manufacturer for an opener
installation reinforcement kit.

DO NOT USE THE FORCE ADJUSTMENTS TO DISCONNECT ELECTRIC POWER TO GARAGE

COMPENSATE FOR A BINDING OR STICKING DOOR OPENER BEFORE MAKING REPAIRS OR
GARAGE DOOR. Excessive force will interfere REMOVING COVERS.
with the proper operation of the safety reverse
system or damage the garage door (page 17).
Operation of Your Opener
CAUTION
• BEFORE YOU PROCEED, PLEASE READ THE • DO NOT PERMIT CHILDREN TO PLAY IN DOOR
SAFETY RULES ON PAGE 2 AND OPERATING AREA.
INSTRUCTIONS ON THIS PAGE CAREFULLY. • OPERATE ONLY WHEN OPENER IS PROPERLY
• TO AVOID DIFFICULTY DURING INSTALLATION, DO ADJUSTED AND THE DOOR IS VISIBLE AND
NOT RUN OPENER UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. UNOBSTRUCTED.

USING THE OPENER WHEN OPENER IS ACTIVATED:

Your opener can be activated by any of the following devices: 1. If open, the door will close. If closed, the door will open.
1. The 3_Function Transmitter. Hold LARGE push button 2. If closing, the door will reverse.
down until the door starts to move.
3. If opening, the door will stop (allowing space for entry and
2. The Wall Control. Hold push bar down until the door starts exit of pets and for fresh air).
to move. 4. If the door has been stopped in a partially open position,
3, The Key Switch or Touch Code Transmitter accessories. it will close.
Described on page 4. 5. If an obstruction is encountered while closing, the door will
OPENING THE DOOR MANUALLY reverse.
6. If an obstruction is encountered while opening, the door
THE DOOR SHOULD BE FULLYCLOSEDIF POSSIBLE. WEAKOR
BROKEN SPRINGS COULD ALLOW AN OPEN DOOR TO FALL will stop.
RAPIDLY.PROPERTY DAMAGEOR SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY 7. If the optional 'Infrared Sensor' is installed, the garage door
COULD RESULT.DO NOT USE EMERGENCY HANDLE TO PULL will reverse in the closing cycle when the invisible beam
DOOR OPEN OR CLOSED. is broken. An open door will not close when beam is broken.
The door can be operated manually by disconnecting it from The sensor has no effect in the opening cycle.
the opener. Pull down sharply on the red emergency release
OPENER LIGHTS will turn on under the following conditions:
handle and lift the door manually. To automatically reconnect when the opener is initially plugged in; when the power is
the door to the opener, press the Wait Control push bar.
interrupted; when the opener is activated. They will turn off
LOCKOUT FEATURE: prevents trolley from reconnecting automatically after 41/2 minutes or provide constant light when
automatically. If you need to use this feature, pull emergency Light Feature is activated. Bulb size 75 watts maximum.
handle down and back (toward the opener). Trolleywill remain
"Locked-Out" and door can be raised and lowered manually.
To reconnect trolley, pull emergency handle straight down.

CARE OF THE OPENER

When properly installed, opener will provide high performance CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT: After installation of the
with a minimum of maintenance. The opener does not require opener and adjustment of forces and limits, the chain may
additional lubrication. appear loose. This is normal, To check the chain tension:
Most complaints of unsatisfactory opener operation can be disconnect the trolley by pulling the red emergency handle.
traced to problems with the door itself. When operated If the chain returns to the position described and illustrated
manually, a properly balanced door will stay in any point of in Step 5 page 9, DO NOT make ANY further adjustments.
travel while being supported entirely by its springs. TRANSMITTER: The 3-function transmitter will operate more
THE OPENER IS NOT INTENDED TO CORRECT ANY than one garage door opener, if desired. The other push but-
PROBLEMS THAT ARE CAUSED BY AN UNBALANCED OR tons may also be used to operate 53000 and 53000SR Series
tight controls. Transmitter may be secured to car sun visor
BINDING DOOR, BROKEN DOOR SPRINGS OR BY FAULTY
DOOR HARDWARE. with clip provided. Additional transmitters can be purchased
at any time. Refer to Accessories on page 4.
LIMIT AND FORCE ADJUSTMENTS: These adjustments
must be checked and properly set when opener is installed. Any new transmitters must be set to the same code as the
Only a screwdriver is required. Page 17 refers to the limit and original transmitter. Page 19 explains how to change your
force adjustments. Follow instructions carefully. existing code and use the transmitter(s) with other 53000 and
53000 SR receivers. Self service of your radio controls is not
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST AFTER ANY ADJUST- recommended. If service is needed, contact your nearest
MENT OF FORCE AND/OR LIMITS. Weather conditions Sears Service Center.
may cause some minor changes in door operation requir-
TRANSMITTER BATTERY: The 12 Volt battery should
ing some readjustments, particularly during the first year
of operation. produce power for at least one year. As long as the battery
power is adequate, the transmitter test light will glow when
THE SAFETY REVERSE SYSTEM IS IMPORTANT (See the push button is pressed (and the opener will Operate).
pg. 18). GARAGE DOOR MUST REVERSE ON CONTACT
When the light does not come on, replace the battery. If trans-
WITH A ONE-INCH OBSTACLE PLACED ON THE FLOOR. mission range lessens, check battery test light.
FAILURE TO PROPERLY ADJUST OPENER MAY RESULT
IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY FROM A CLOSING TO CHANGE BATTERY." Slide the battery compartment cover
GA R._.GE DOOR. down. Position new 12 Volt battery as directed.

MAINTENANCE OF YOUR OPENER

AT LEAST 4 TIMES A YEAR TWICE A YEAR
MANUALLY OPERATE DOOR. If it is unbalanced or binding, CHECK CHAIN TENSlON. Adjustifnecessa_
call for professional garage door service.
CHECK TO BE SURE DOOR OPENS & CLOSES FULLY. ONCE A YEAR
Adjust Limits and/or Force if necessary.
OIL DOOR ROLLERS, BEARINGS AND HINGES.
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST. Make any necessary
adjustments (see page 18).
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FEATURES OF YOUR OPENER
1. Motor: Permanently lubricated with automatic reset.
7. 3-Function Transmitter: Has three push buttons. Each
2. Opener Lights: Turn on and off automatically with 41/z button can activate one or more remote control devices.
minute illumination for your safety and convenience. Opener is factory preset to activate when LARGE push
Provide constant light when Light Feature is activated. button on transmitter is pressed.
3. Safety System: Independent up and down force 8. Automatic Reconnect: The trolley halves reconnect
adjustment. The door reverses automatically when for automatic operation when the opener is energized
obstructed in DOWN direction. The door STOPS when after emergency disconnect.
obstructed in UP position
9. Lock Push Button: When Lock Feature is activated,
4. Easy Limit Adjustment: Limits of door opening and opener will not operate from portable transmitters. Door
closing adjusted by turning screws without removing will OPEN from Wall Control push bar, Key Switch and
chassis cover. Touch Code Transmitter accessories, described below.
5. Digital Radio Controls: The code can he easily
Door will CLOSE if Wall Control push bar is pressed
changed by the owner,
and held through a complete down cycle. If push bar
6. Emergency Disconnect: Pull cord disconnect permits is released before travel is completed, door will reverse.
manual door operation.

SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY

MOTOR Personal ........... Push button and automatic reversal in

down direction. Push button and
Type............... Permanent split capacitor Automatic stop in UP direction
Speed ............. 1500 rpm Electronic .......... Independent UP and DOWN force
Volts............... 120 VoltsAC - 60 Hz. Only adjustment screws
Current ............ 4.5 amperes Electrical ........... Motor overload protector & low vottage
push button wiring
DRIVE MECHANISM Limit device ........ Circuit actuated by limit nut
Limit adjustment ..... Screwdriver adjustment on side panel
Gears .............. 16:1 worm gear reduction
Start circuit ......... Low voltage push button or radio
Drive .............. Chain & cable with two-piece trolley on
steel Tee-rail control
Length of travel ...... Adjustable to 7Yz fest
DIMENSIONS
Travel rate .......... 6 to 8 inches per second
Lamps ............. On when door starts in travel, off 41/z Length (overall) ...... 124 inches
minutes after stop. Constant light when Headroom required .. 2 inches
Light Control is ON. Hanging weight ...... 32 pounds
Door linkage ........ Adjustable door arm, Pull cord trolley
release.

ACCESSORIES
Sears offers many useful accessories for your garage door opener. They are illustrated below with sears stock
numbers and descriptions.

53778 EXTRA TRANSMITTER: 53710 INFRARED REVERSING SENSOR:

Standard size. Includes visor clip. An optional system which provides
auxiliary support to the safety features
built into your opener. If the sensor's
invisible beam is broken, a closing
door will reverse and an open door will
53758
EXTRA TRANSMITTER: not close.

Mini.
53717 OPEN DOOR INDICATOR:
Provides an illuminated signal when
your garage door is open.

53703
OUTDOOR KEY SWITCH:
Opens the garage door automatically 53776 TOUCH CODE TRANSMITTER:
from outside when transmitter is not
handy. Enables homeowner to operate garage
door opener from outside by entering
code on specially designed keyboard.
53709 DOOR CLEARANCE BRACKETS:
(For Sectional Doors Only) EMERGENCY RELEASE KEYLOCK
Replace top brackets and rollers on REQUIRED for a garage with NO
door to reduce height of door travel. service door.
For use when installing opener in Allows manual operation of garage
garage with low headroom clearance. door from outside in case of power
failure.
CARTON CHECK LIST
SEARS has packaged your GARAGE DOOR OPENER In two cartons which contain all the parts and hardware
Illustrated below and on Page 22.

Rail Light 3 Function "i'ar_mitter

Co_r Grease Lens (2) Mode_139_53626(1)

Modd139.53515
(2)

SEPARATE ALL HARDWARE FOR ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES AS SHOWN BELOW.

ASSEMBLY HARDWARE INSTALLATION HARDWARE

l_readed Trolley Rod Clevis Pin

11) 5/16" x 2_/4"

5/16--18 x 2-1/2"

_2) Ring (3)

Fastener Rope
(_ Lock'washer

Master Link
5/16" (4)
Washered Screw
5/16" - 18 x 1/2"
[_llllllllllllllvll!ll
5/16"+18 x 1-7/8"
• (mOUnted (4)
in chassis)
12) _ 12)
_ lflflmlflflflflfl]> _
SheetMetalScrew
5/16" - 18 6ABx 1"
Is)
(2)

Clevis Pin
114 ° - _O X 1/2"
(4) Bolt
Can'_age Q

Loc_ Nut
1/4" - 20 x 1/2"
Flex Screw
5/16" - 18 x 7/8"
(3) ++- ©@
Hex Screw Lockwash_ Nu_
(4) 5/16"- 18 x 7/6- 5/16" (6) 5/16" - 18
14) (6)

YOU'LL NEED TOOLS

During ammbly and Installation of your opener, the Instructions will call for the use of various hand tools. Have a
stepladder handy, and those tools Illustrated below; hammer, electric drill (& 3/16"and 5/16"dr111bits), screwdriver,
adjustable end wrench or socket wrench kit, wire cutters, tape measure, pliers and hack saw.

Tape Maa_cure
Assembly
TO AVOID INSTALLATION DIFFICULTIES, DO NOT RUN THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.

STEP 1 Assemble Tee Rail & Attach Cable Pulley Bracket

TEE RAIL BACK

(TO CHASSIS)

Tee Rail
(End Section)
CAUTION: Do not _ghten the lock nuts until bolt necks
rre seated in square holes.
1/4" Lodx Nut

TeeRail Br_.
(CemerSec_on)

The end section,, of the rail MUST be

connected to the center section from
PROCEDURE: Place the 3 Tee rail sections on a flat
the direction shown in the illustration.
surface for assembly. THIS IS IMPORTANT. The end
Otherwise, the trolley will hit against sections are identical. THE CENTER SECTION BRACES
the nut when installed (Pg. 7). MUST BE POSITIONED AGAINSTTHE END SECTIONS
AS SHOWN. Make sure that the "directional arrow"is
pointing toward the front (to deer). Study the illustration
CAREFULLY.
Brace
(When assembled, Tee rail has a front-to-back position as
shown .)
Bolt rail sections together with the hardware illustrated and
from the direction indicated.
SQUARE NECKS ON THE CARRIAGE BOLTS MUST BE
SEATED IN THE SQUARE HOLES IN RAIL SECTIONS.

Screws
_16"-18x7/8"
Tee Rail
(End Se_on)

SquareCarriage
Bob Holes

Cablepulleybracket
attachestoFRONT Cable Pulley
Bradder
ENDofteerail

RAIL FRONT Lock Washer Nut

(TO DOOR) 5/16"

Position the cable pulley bracket on front end of tee rail

as shown. Fasten securely with the hardware provided.
IMPORTANT: When tightening screws, be sure to keep
bracket parallel to rail. Otherwise, rail may bow when
opener is operated.
Assembly

STEP 2 InstallTrolley

AS A TEMPORARY STOP, INSERT A SCREWDRIVER

INTO HOLE IN FRONT END OF TEE RAIL AS SHOWN.
1. Attach threaded sha_ to trolley with Iockwasher and nuts
as shown.

2. Slide trolley assembly along rail to screwdriver stop,

NOTE: If trolley hits against the nut on Tee rail, center

section was attached from wrong side and must be
repositioned. Review Step 1.

Temporary Stop
Screwdriver
Cuter Nut f
LockWasher
5/16"
Inner Nut \
5/16"

Trolley

STEP 3 Attach Tee Rail To Opener Chassis

USE ONLY THOSE SCREWS MOUNTED IN Washered Screw

TOP OF OPENER CHASSIS. FAILURE TO DO 5/16"-18x112"

SO WILL CAUSESERIOUS DAMAGETO THE Flex Screw

OPENER. 5/16"-18x71S"

Trolley
PROCEDURE: Place the opener chassis on packing
material to protect the cover. For convenience, place a
support under the cable pulley bracket, Tee Rail .
(BackSec_on)
Remove 5/16"-18 x 1/2" washered screws mounted in top
of opener chassis. Align holes in back end of Tee rail with Lod_
5/16"-18
holes in opener chassis. Fasten the rail to the chassis
with washered screws previously removed. CAUTION:
5/16"-18
USE ONLY THESE SCREWS! Use of any other screws
will cause serious damage to door opener. Tighten
screws securely.

Insert a 5/16"- 18 x 7/8" hex screw into trolley stop hole in

the Tee rail as shown. Tighten securely with a 5/16" lock-
washer and nut.

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Assembly

STEP 4 Install Chain and Cable

DO NOT REMOVE CHAIN AND CABLE FROM CARTON. install Chain

Detach cable from side of carton. Remove master links
B Opener In This Direc1_n
from coin envelope..

MASTER LINK PROCEDURE: Insert pins of master link

bar through cable loop and hole in front end of trolley (A)
as shown. Push cap over pins and onto notches. Slide clip-
on spring over cap and onto pin notches until pins are
locked in place.

Caution: Keep the chain taut while installing to help

prevent kinking.

With trolleyagainstthe screwdriver,dispensecable around

pulley.Proceedback aroundopener sprocket(B)- be sure
sprocketteeth engage chain-and forward to the threaded
trolley shaft (C).
Use second master link to connect the chain to the flat
end of shaft as shown. Check to make sure chain is not
twisted. C Master Link

' I Clip-OnSpring
REMOVE SCREWDRIVER.
Master
kCap
Master Link i i

Clip-On Spring
Threaded End
of Trolley Shall

A
h n

FlatEnd
Tee Rail
1
1
Ca_e i
Loop

, Trod_y

Master
Link

Cable
Pulley

InstaJl Chain and Cable

In This DireCtion

ATTACH SPROCKET COVER TO CHASSIS:

Insert back tab in chassis slot. Then bend cover forward
and insert front tab in slot provided on mounting plate.

Tad Slot Plate

Assembly

STEP 5 Tighten the Chain and Cable

Tighten Lock 13ghten CAUTION: Keep the chain from twisting as nuts ere
turned.
PROCEDURE: Thread the inner nut on the trolley in the
direction shown.

Tension is correct when the chain is approximately 1/2"

above the base of the Tee rail midway between the cable
pulley bracket and the opener.
Troll_
To maintain proper tension, tighten outer nut as shown.
Sprocket noise can result if chain is either too loose
Chain or too tight.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten the chain. Refer to

II II II II II I1 II II !l !!
1/2 Inch Page 3.
J
Base of Tee Rail

ASSEMBLY OF YOUR GARAGE DOOR OPENER IS NOW COMPLETE.

BEFORE YOU PROCEED WITH THE INSTALLATION OF YOUR GARAGE DOOR OPENER, BE SURE TO COMPLY WITH
ALL SAFETY RULES.

KEEP GARAGE DOOR BALANCED. STICKING OR BINDING DOORS MUST BE REPAIRED. THE GARAGE DOOR,
DOOR SPRINGS, CABLES, PULLEYS, BRACKETS AND THEIR HARDWARE ARE UNDER EXTREME TENSION
AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOOSEN, MOVE OR ADJUST THEM.
CALL A GARAGE DOOR SERVICEMAN.

DO NOT WEAR WATCHES, RINGS OR LOOSE CLOTHING WHILE INSTALLING OR SERVICING A DOOR OPENER.

AS YOU PROCEED WITH THE REMAINING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNERS MANUAL, YOU MAY FIND IT HELPFUL
TO REFER TO THE FOLLOWING ILLUSTRATION OF THE FULLY ASSEMBLED AND INSTALLED GARAGE DOOR OPENER.

PowerCord
Cable Pulley
Brad_et Trotley

Chassis

Trolley Light
Release Lens

- Door

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE OPENER BE INSTALLED 7 FEET OR MORE ABOVE FLOOR WHERE SPACE PERMITS.

CERTAIN INSTALLATION PROCEDURES VARY ACCORDING TO GARAGE DOOR TYPES. WHERE THE DIFFERENCES
OCCUR, BE SURE TO FOLLOW ONLY THOSE INSTRUCTIONS WHICH APPLY TO YOUR DOOR CONSTRUCTION.
Installation
Position and Install Header Bracket
STEP 1 Installation procedures are determined by garage door typeS. Follow only those
instructions which refer to your door.

THE HEADER BRACKET MUST BE RIGIDLY FASTENED TO THE HEADER WALL. REINFORCE THE WALL
WITH A 2x4 IF NECESSARY. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN IMPROPER OPERATION OF SAFETY
REVERSE SYSTEM (SEE PAGE 18).

1. With the door closed, locate and mark the vertical INSTALLATION
conterline of garage door. Extend line onto header wall SECTIONAL DOOR AND
above the door. 1-PIECE DOOR WITH TRACK
2. Locate height for header bracket by opening door to
SECTIONAL DOOR ONE-PIECE DOOR
highest point Of travel as shown. Draw an intersecting
CURVED TRACK HORIZONTAL TRACK
horizontal line on header wall 2" above high point. This JAMB HARDWARE
height provides travel clearance for top edge of door.
NOTE: When the headroom is not sufficient for 2"
Header
clearance, the bottom edge of bracket may be placed Header
parallel to the high point of travel. e_el Trm_ Highest Point
Door Clearance Brackets are designed for low ofTravel
headroom installations (page 4). They replace the
top brackets end roUere on the garage door, thereby Highestpoint
lowering the high point of door travel. Installation ofTravel
Track
instructions are contained in the accessory carton.

--Door
Header _ o.
..."
HaKIware
.1_11 LaQ S_rews
j _N _ - _ 5/16"XISXl-7/8"

," ' Highest

Point of 3. Position bracket as shown (bottom edge of bracket
on horizontal line end centered on the vertical line).
Mark either top and bottom or left and right bracket
holes, Drill 3/16" pilot holes and fasten bracket.

INSTALLATION 1. Find the vertical centerline as described in 1. above.

1-PIECE DOOR WITHOUT TRACK 2. Locate height for header bracket by opening door to
ONE-PIECE DOOR highest point of travel as shown. Measure the distance
ONE-PIECE DOOR
NO TRACK from top of door to floor. Subtract actual height of door.
NO TRACK
PIVOT HARDWARE JAMB HARDWARE Add 8" to the remainder. Refer to example below.
NOTE: If total number of inches exceeds the height
available in your garage, use the maximum height
Header possible. On finished ceilings, do not position the
Highesl Point Bracket
Header of Travel bracket closer than 1/2" from ceiling.
of Travel
3. Measuring from top of door, draw an intersecting
_ 5ghest Point
horizontal line on the header wall at determined height.

l- Position the bottom edge of header bracket on the

horizontal line, (>entering bracket on vertical line. Mark
either top and bottom or left and right holes. Drill 3/16"
pilot holes and fasten the bracket with 5/16"xf-7/8" lag
Door
screws as shown above.
EXAMPLE
Jamb Distance from top of door (at
Hardware
highest point of travel) to floor ............... 92"
Actual height of door ....................... -88"
Remainder ............................... 4"
Add .............................. + 8"
Bracket height on header wall ............... =12"
(Measure UP from top of door
in closed position.)

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Installation

STEP 2 Attach Tee Rail to Header Bracket

PROCEDURE: Position opener chassis on garage floor

Header
below the header bracket. Use packing material base to
Bracket
Cle_s Pin protect cover. NOTE: To enable the Tee rail to clear
5/16"x2-3/4" sectional door springs, it may be necessary to lift the
chassis onto a temporary support.

CAUTION: Chassis must either be eecured to support

or held firmly in place by another person.

Raise the Tee rail until pulley and header brackets come
together. Align bracket holes and join with clevis pin as
shown. Insert ring fastener to secure.

Packing
MaterLal

STEP 3 Position Opener Chassis

Follow only those instructions which apply to your door type as illustrated.

TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO ALL LIGHTWEIGHT DOORS AND DOORS WITH WINDOWS, DO NOT REST
THE OPENER ON THE DOOR.

INSTALLATION INSTALLATION
SECTIONAL & ONE-PIECE ONE-PIECE DOOR
DOOR WITH TRACK WITH NO TRACK
NOTE: A 2x4 is convenient for setting an ideal door- PROCEDURE: Measure the distance from floor to top of
to-Tee rail distance. It is not necessary where headroom door (in fully open position and parallel to the floor).
is insufficient.
Using a stepladder as a support, raise opener chassis to
PROCEDURE: Raise the opener chassis onto a step- the same distance from the floor (chassis will have a slight
ladder. Open garage door. Place a 2x4 on top section of angle as shown).
door near centerline as shown below. Rest Tee rail on 2 x4.
The top of the door should be level with the top of opener.
For maximum efficiency, do net position opener chassis
more than 2 inches above this point.

Tee Rail 2x4

Header

Top of Opener

from
FlOOr

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Installation

STEP 4 Hang Opener Chassis

THE OPENER CHASSIS MUST BE SECURELY FASTENED TO A STRUCTURAL SUPPORT OF GARAGE.

Three representative Installations are shown. Yours may be different. Hanging brackets should be angled (Fig.l)
or crossed (Fig.2) to provide rigid support, On finished ceUings (Fig.3), attach a sturdy metal bracket (not supplied) to
ceiling joists before installing opener.

PROCEDURE: On EACH side of the opener measure the

FIGURE 2
distance from chassis to the structural supports.
Cut beth pieces of the hanging bracket to required lengths,
Ratten one end of each bracket and bend or twist to fit
the fastening angles. Do not bend at the bracket hole=.
Drill 3/16" pilot holes in the structural supports. Attach the
flattened ends of brackets to supports with 5/16" xl-7/8"
lag screws.
5/16"-18x7/8" Screw
Lift opener and fasten to hanging bracket as shown. Check 5/16"LockWasher
to make sure Tee rail Is centered over door. REMOVE 5/16"-18Nut_
2x4. Operate door manually. If door hita the rail, raise
header bracket.

GREASE THE TOP AND THE UNDERSIDE OF RAIL

SURFACE ON WHICH TROLLEY SLIDES. A TUBE OF
GREASE IS SUPPLIED.

FIGURE 3
FIGU RE 1 FINISHED
CEILING
Lag Screws
5/16"xl-7/8"

- 5/16--18x7/8" Screw
Screws 5/16" Lock Washer
5/16"xl -7/8" 5/16"-18 Nut

STEP 5 Attach Emergency Release Rope & Handle

USE EMERGENCY RELEASE ROPE ONLY TO

DISENGAGE TROLLEY. DO NOT USE ROPE
AND HANDLE TO PULL THE DOOR OPEN OR
CLOSED.
Overhand
Knot
PROCEDURE: Thread one end of rope through hole in top
of red handle so 'NOTICE' reads right side up as shown.
Secure with an overhand knot.
Trolley Tt_ley
NOTE: Knot should be at least 1" from end of the rope Release Arm
to prevent slipping. Rope

Thread other end of rope through hole in release arm of

Emergency
trolley. Adjust rope length so that handle is 6 feet above Release Handle
Overhand
the floor. Secure with an overhand knot. Knot
NOTE: If it is necessary to cut rope, heat seal the cut
end with a match or lighter to prevent fraying and/or
raveling.

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STEP 6 In,t . Wall
Control
LOCATE WALL CONTROL (OR ANY ADDITIONAL PUSH BUTTONS) WHERE GARAGE DOOR IS VISIBLE,
AWAY FROM DOOR AND DOOR HARDWARE AND OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY FROM A MOVING GARAGE DOOR MAY RESULT FROM MISUSE OF OPENER. DO NOT ALLOW
CHILDREN TO OPERATE WALL PUSH BUTTON(S) OR TRANSMITTER.

FASTEN CAUTION LABEL ON THE WALL NEAR THE WALL CONTROL AS A REMINDER OF SAFE
OPERATING PROCEDURES.

PROCEDURE: There are 4 screw terminals on the back

of the Wall Control. Connect the bell wire by color; white
to white, yellow to yellow, black to black and red to red.

Fasten Wall Control to an inside garage wall with 6ABx 1"

sheet metal screws provided (use anchors if installing into
drywall). A convenient place is beside the service door and
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Run the bell wire up the wall and across the ceiling to the
garage door opener. Use insulated staples.
The receiver terminals as well as the antenna ere located
k Wall Control on the right side panel of the opener. Position antenna wire
Terminal
Screws as shown. Then connect the bell wire to the terminal
4-Strand BellWire screws according to color.
O_eNe(
Terminal Screws OPERATION OF WALL CONTROL
WALL CONTROLPUSH BAR
Press to open _ close door.
Press again to REVERSE door during the CLOSING cycle
or to STOP door during OPENING cycle.
LOCK FEATURE
Activate Lock feature only when door Is closed.
The Lock _ature was designed to prevent of_rstion of the
doo_ from portable transmitters.
The door will OPEN from the Wall Control push bar, Key
Switch and Touch Code Transmitter.The door will CLOSE
if the Wall Control push bar is pressed and held until the
R_ht S_de door fully closes. If the push bar is released before down
Panel travel is completed, the door will reverse.
TO ACTIVATE: Press the Lock push button. The indicator
Staples light MUST turn ON.
TO TURN OFF: Press the Lock push button again. The
indicator light MUST turn off. Opener will return to normal
operation.
LIGHT FEATURE
TO ACI"IVATE: Press the Light push button. The indicator
light MUST turn ON. Opener light will turn on (or remain
on if opener is still In 4-1/2 minute automatic cycle).
TO TURN OFF: Press the Light push button again.
Opener light will turn off.
NOTE: To tom opener light OFF dudng 4-1/2 minute
automatic cycle, press the Light push button twice -
to activate and then to turn off the Light Features The
light will turn OFF Immediately..

WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ACCESSORIES

Infrared Reversing System:
Wall ConTrol To white & black opener terminals
Pushbuilon
Key Switch:
To red & white opener terminals

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Installation

STEP 7 Install Lights and Lenses

Make sure antenna wire is bent down before installing

lights and lenses.
75 Watt Max.
Install a 75 Watt maximum light bulb in each socket as
shown. The lights will turn on and remain lit for 4-1/2
minutes when power i-sconnected. After 4-1/2 minutes they
will turn off. For constant light, press the Light push button Guide
LightLensBUlb
_
on the Wall Control.
If light bulbs burn out prematurely due to vibration, f//
replace with bulbs specifically packaged for "Garage
Door Openers". Lens
Tab
INSTALLING LENS:
NOTE: Force and limit adjustment settings are located
on opener side panels. For convenience, lenses may
be installed after Adjustment Step 3, Page 18.
Slide each lens into the guides as shown. Snap bottom
tabs into lens slots.

STEP 8 Connect Electric Power

TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY FROM ENTANGLEMENT, REMOVE ALL ROPES CONNECTED
TO THE GARAGE DOOR BEFORE OPERATING OPENER.
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO GARAGE DOOR AND OPENER, MAKE DOOR LOCKS INOPERATIVE BEFORE
CONNECTING ELECTRIC POWER. USE A WOOD SCREW OR NAIL TO HOLD THE LOCKS IN "OPEN"
(UNLOCKED) POSITION.
INSTALLATION & WIRING MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL ELECTRICAL AND BUILDING CODES.
OPERATION AT OTHER THAN 120V 60Hz WILL CAUSE OPENER MALFUNCTION AND DAMAGE.

Opener MUST be permanently wired or plugged into a

grounded 3-prong receptacle wired according to local elec-
trical codes. DO NOT use a 2.wire adapter. DO NOT use
an extension cord.

PERMANENT WIRING
CONNECTION
(If required by local code.)

GroundTab

S_v

Green Wire
RIGHT WRONG

IF LOCAL CODES REQUIRE PERMANENT WIRING:

DISCONNECT POWER AT THE FUSE BOX

BEFORE PROCEEDING.
White
Wire
PROCEDURE: Refer to illustration. Make connection
through the 7/8" diameter hole in top of opener chassis.
1. Remove opener chassis cover by removing the cover
screws.
2. Remove attached 3-prong cord. CAUTION: BE SURE THE UNIT IS GROUNDED
ACCORDING TO LOCAL CODE.
3. Connect the black (line) wire to black wire on terminal
block; white (neutral) wire to the white terminal wire; IMPORTANT NOTE: TO AVOID INSTALLATION
the green (ground) wire to green ground screw. DIFFICULTIES, DO NOT RUN OPENER NOW.

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Installation

STEP 9 Install Door Bracket and Plate

Follow instructions which apply to your door type as Illustrated below.

ALWAYS RE NFORCE THE NSIDE OF DOOR--BOTH VERTICALLY AND HOR ZONTALLY--W TH 2x4
TO PREVENT
BOARDS OR DAMAGE TO LIGHTWEIGHT AND METAL GARAGE DOORS OR ONES WITH GLASS PANELS
ANGLE IRON.

The horizontal brace should be st least 6 feet long. The vertical brace should cover height of top panel. Check
with your garage door manufacturer for a door re=nforcement kit for an opener installs[ion.

Sectional Door Installation Procedure

1. Assemble door bracket and plate as shown. Center
bracket on previously marked vertical guideline.

Header 2. Position the bracket assembly on the face of the door

B_acket within the following limits:
A) The top edge of the bracket 2"- 4" below the top
edge of the door.
VeStal SECTIONAL DOOR B) Directly below any structural support across the top
Center of the door.
Line
Placement depends on your particular needs.
3, Mark and drill 5/16" TOP and BOTTOM fastening holes,
Secure bracket as shown.
DoorBradder&
plate Assy,
Top of Door

DoorBrad_t
Ptate
Nut
Reinfomernent
Board far
Lightw_ht Doors
ReinforcementBoard

Washer
5/16"

One-Piece Door Installation Procedure

NOTE: Door bracket has left and right side fastening NOTE: The door bracket may be installed on face of
holes. Assemble and install the door bracket and plate door if required for your installation. (Refer to dotted
if your installation requires top and bottom fastening line drawing.) HOWEVER, drill 3/16" pilot holes and
holes. substitute 5/16"x 1-1/2" lag screws (not supplied) to
fasten the bracket to the door.
1, Center bracket (with or without plate as required) on
top edge of door as shown. Mark holes.
2. Drill two 5/16" holes and fasten the door bracket with ONEPIECEDOOR
hardware supplied.
NOTE: If the door has no exposed framing, drill 3/16"
pilot holes and use 5/16" x 1-1/2" lag screws (not sup-
plied) to fasten bracket to top of door.

Door -- HeaderWall --
Bracket

Optional
Face of Door DoorBracket
Inst.'zllation Plate
(Optional)
Vertical
Cenler--
Une

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Installation
STEP 10 Connect Door Arm to Trolley
Follow only those instructions which apply to your door type.

SECTIONAL DOOR INSTALLATION

Make sure garage door is closed tight. Pull the emergency release handle to disconnect the trolley. Manually move
outer trolley back to the center of inner trolley as shown in Figures A, B and C.
FIG A: Fasten straight door arm section FIG B: Bring arm sections together, Find FIG C: If holes in curved arm are ABOVE
to outer trolley with a clevis pin. Secure two pairs of holes that line up and join holes in straightarm, disconnect straight
the connection with'a ring fastener, sections, ann. Cut about 6" from the solid end.
Fasten curved section to door bracket in Select holes as far apart as possible to Reconnect to trolley with CUT END
the same way. increase door arm rigidity. DOWN as shown.
Bring arm sections together. Find two
pairs of holes that line up and join with
A -- "-- B

Clevis Washers Lock

5/16" Washers

Nots ! .L
Handle
; Sra<:ket -- Straight , Screws

Curved _ 5/16"-181718" I " _jI _'CutThisEnd

ClevisP_Door j
ArmDoo_Arm

Proceed to Step 1, page 17. Trolley will re-engage automatically when opener is operated.

ONE-PIECE DOOR INSTALLATION

B_l_ket_ a_Rit_e_er Lock Nuls

ASSEMBLE DOOR ARM: Fasten straight and curved door
arm sections together to longest passible length. With door
closed, connect straight door arm section to door bracket
with a clevis pin+ Secure with a ring fastener.

Before connecting door arm to trolley, limits of travel must be adjusted on one-piece doors. Umit adjustment screws
are located on left side panel as shown in illustration on Page 17. Follow procedures below.

Fully CloSed
Trolley
Fully Open
Trolley

I Arm
Connector Hole

Open Door Door Arm Door Arm

Bracket

ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
OPEN DOOR A_USTMENT CLOSED DOOR ADJUSTMENT
Decrease UP limit. Turn UP limit adjustment screw counterclock- Decrease DOWN limit. Turn DOWN limit adjustment screw c_ock-
wise 4 complete turns. wise 8 complete turns.
Press Wall Control push button. 17olley will travel to full open. Press WaU Control push button. Trolley will travel to full closed.
Manually raise door arm to open position (parallel to floor) and Manually close door and lift door arm to trolley. The arm should
lift door arm to trolley. The arm should touch trolley just in back touch trolley just ahead of door arm connector hole as shown in
of door arm connector hole as shown in solid line drawing. If arm dotted line drawing. If arm is behind the connector hole, adjust
does not extend far enough, adjust limit further. One full turn limit further. One full turn equals 2" of door travel.
equals 2" of door travel.
CONNECT DOOR ARM TO TROLLEY: With door closed, join curved arm to connector hole in trolley with remaining clevis pin. Secure
with a ring fastener. NOTE: It may be necessary to lift door slightly to make connection.
Run opener through a complete travel cycle. If door has a slight 'downward' slant in full open position, decrease UP limits until door
is parallel to floor.

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Adjustment

STEP 1 Adjust UP and DOWN Limits

LIMIT ADJUSTMENT settings (left side panel) regulate the

paints at which the door will stop when moving up or down,
_0 0"0 00_F I LirnitAdjus_'rcent
NOTE: Door STOPS in the UP direction if anything
interferes with door travel. Door REVERSES in the
Lef! Side Panel _ o Screws
DOWN direction if anything interferes with the door
travel (including binding or unbalanced doors).
PROCEDURE: Press Wall Control push button or trans-
mitter. Run opener through a COMPLETE TRAVEL
CYCLE. Limit adjustments are not necessary when the
door opens and closes completely and doesn't reverse
unintentionally in the down position.
The following chart outlines adjustment procedures. Run the opener through a COMPLETE TRAVEL CYCLE AFTER
EACH ADJUSTMENT. NOTE: REPEATED OPERATION OF THE OPENER DURING ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES MAY
CAUSE MOTOR TO OVERHEAT AND SHUT OFR SIMPLY WAIT 15 MINUTES AND TRY AGAIN. Read chart carefully
before proceeding to Step 2. Use a screwdriver to make limit adjustments.

LIMIT ADJUSTMENT CHART

IF DOOR DOES NOT OPEN COMPLETELY
BUT OPENS AT LEAST FIVE FEET IF DOOR REVERSES WHEN CLOSING AND THERE
IS NO INTERFERENCE TO TRAVEL CYCLE
Increase UP travel. Turn the UP LIMIT adjustment screw
Test door for binding: Pull emergency release handle.
clockwise. One turn equals 2" of travel.
Manually open and close door. If door is binding, call a
If door does not open at least 5 feet: Adjust OPEN door serviceman. If door is not binding or unbalanced,
FORCE as explained in Step 2.
adjust CLOSE FORCE. See Step 2.
IF DOOR DOES NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY IF OPENER REVERSES IN FULLY CLOSED POSITION
Increase DOWN travel. Turn down limit adjustment screw Decrease DOWN travel. Turn down limit adjustment screw
counterclockwise. One turn equals 2" of travel. clockwise. One turn equals 2" of travel.
If the door still will not close completely, the header bracket
is positioned too high. Repeat Step 1, page 10.

STEP 2 AdjustForce
DO NOT USE FORCE ADJUSTMENTS TO COMPENSATE FOR A BINDING OR STICKING GARAGE DOOR.
EXCESSIVE FORCE.WILL
DAMAGE GARAGE DOOR. INTERFERE WITH PROPER OPERATION OF SAFETY REVERSE SYSTEM OR

Forco Adjustment
Force Adjustment Controls are located on right side panel Commls
of opener. FORCE ADJUSTMENT settings regulate
amount of the power required to open and close door.
NOTE: The door STOPS in the UP direction if anything
interferes with its travel. Door REVERSES in the DOWN
direction if anything interferes with its travel (including
binding or unbalanced doors).
ff the force adjustments are set too light, door travel may be
interrupted by nuisance reversals in DOWN direction and
stops in UP direction. Weather conditions can affect the
door movement so occasional adjustment may be needed.
Maximum force adjustment range is 260 degrees, about
3/4 of a complete turn. Do not force controls beyond that Right Side Panel Adjus+t Label
point. Turn force adjustment controls with a screwdriver.

FORCE ADJUSTMENT CHART

TEST DOWN (CLOSE) FORCE IF DOOR DOESN'T OPEN AT-LEAST 5 FEET
Grasp the door handle or door bottom when door is about Increase UP (OPEN) FORCE by turning control clockwise.
halfway through DOWN (CLOSE) TRAVEL. Door should Make 10 degree turn adjustments until door opens
reverse. If the door is hard to held or doesn't reverse, completely. Readjust UP LIMIT if necessary. After each
decrease DOWN (CLOSE) FORCE by turning the control adjustment, run opener through a complete travel cycle.
in a counterclockwise direction. Make 10 degree turn
IF DOOR REVERSES DURING DOWN (CLOSE) CYCLE
adjustments until door reverses normally. After each
adjustment, run opener through a complete cycle. increase DOWN (CLOSE) FORCE by turning the control
clockwise. Make 10 degree turn adjustments until door
PROCEED TO STEP 3 completes close cycle. After each adjustment, run the
opener through a complete travel cycle.
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Adjustment

STEP 3 Test Safety Reverse System

THE SAFETY REVERSE SYSTEM TEST IS IMPORTANT. GARAGE DOOR MUST REVERSE ON CONTACT
WITH A ONE INCH OBSTACLE PLACED ON THE FLOOR. FAILURE TO PROPERLY ADJUST OPENER MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY FROM A CLOSING GARAGE DOOR. REPEAT TEST AT LEAST
FOUR TIMES A YEAR AND ADJUST AS NEEDED.

PROCEDURE: Place a 1-inch obstacle on the floor under

the garage door. Operate door in DOWN direction. The
dOor MUST reverse on the obstruction.
If the door STOPS on the obstruction, it is not traveling
far enough in the DOWN direction. Increase the DOWN
limit by turning DOWN limit adjustment screw counter-
clockwise 1/4 turn. REPEAT TEST.
NOTE: Make sure limit adjustments do not force the
door arm beyond a straight up and down position. See SECTIONAL DOOR
the illustration on Page 16,
When the door reverses on the 1-inch obstacle, remove
the obstruction and run the opener through a complete
travel cycle. Door MUST NOT reverse in closed position.
If it does, repeat Adjustment Steps 1, 2 and 3.

ONE-PIECE DOOR

w
I
m

1 Inch Obstrucl_otl

REPEAT ADJUSTMENT STEP 3 AFTER:

• EACH ADJUSTMENT OF DOOR ARM LENGTH, CLOSE FORCE OR DOWN LIMIT.
• ANY REPAIR OR ADJUSTMENT OF GARAGE DOOR (INCLUDING SPRINGS AND HARDWARE).
• ANY REPAIR OR SUCKLING OF THE GARAGE FLOOR.
• ANY REPAIR OR ADJUSTMENT OF THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER.

(Optional) STEP 4 Instafl Infrared Reversing Sensor

The INFRARED REVERSING SENSOR provides an

ADDITIONAL measure of safety against a small child
being caught under a garage door. It uses an invisible
beam which, when broken by an obstruction, causes a /_ // // /,# /_ // /" //_ t
closing door to open and prevents an open door from ;// "/ _I _/ _/ // /1"

closing.
After the garage door opener has been completely installed
and adjusted, the INFRARED REVERSING SENSOR
accessory can he installed. Instructions are included with
this optional device.

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Radio Controls
EC.C. rules prohibit adjustments to or modification of receiver and transmitter circuitry except for changing the
code setting and replacing the transmitter battery. THERE ARE NO OTHER USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.
Manufactured under 1 or more of the following U.S. patents: RF.29,525; 4,037.201; 4,750.n8; 4,806,g30. Other patents pending.

Your 53000SR SERIES garage door opener (with RECEIVER 'SR' CODE BUTTON) has been factory set to operate
with the LARGE push button on the transmitter. The 3-function transmitter(s) can also activate additional garage
door openers and/or light controls - 53000 and/or 53000SR SERIES.
Instructions are given below for matching the code in all transmitters, changing your code selection or using the
transmitter(s) with other receivers.

MATCH/CHANGE THE CODE IN TRANSMITTER(S)

SET CODE SWITCHES IN ALL TRANSMITTERS TO MATCHING POSITIONS

1. Locate the code switches in transmitter(s), either by sliding battery compartment cover down or by removing cover
screw and carefully turning case top over.
2. With a pen or a screwdriver, change the setting of one or more switch (to a (+), (-) or (0) position).
NOTE: Code switches 2 through 9 in ALL transmitters used to operate s receiver must be set to match. (Code
switch 1 on a 3-function transmitter is neutral. Set it to ANY position. It will not affect the code selected).

Standard 3-Function
3-Function C:3 /F_ _ _ MiniTransmitter
o.1_-
(1-91
Transmitter
c°dei s.;+l'ch'+

SET RECEIVER TO MATCH TRANSMITTER(S) CODE

53000SR SERIES (WITH RECEIVER CODE BUTTON) 53000 SERIES (WITH RECEIVER CODE SWITCHES)
Garage Door Openers and Light Controls Garage Door Openers and Light Controls
(lllustratten A shows • garage door opener receiver) (Illustration B shows s garage door opener receiver)

Push Button (-)

3 FUNCTION A GARAGE DOOR B 3 FUNCTION

TRANSMITTER _ OPENER RECEIVER TRANSMITTER
(W'dh SR Code Button)
Select a transmitter push RED W_T BU< Select a b-at-_mitter
button to operate receiver
push button to operate

...........
%%% % receiver

Push Button (0)

GARAGE DOOR
OPENER RECEIVER
|l SR Indicator
(With Code Switches)
CodeButton Light

switch #1 to position
that matches selected
Slide receiver code
transmitter push button
3. Press the RECEIVER SR code button on the right side seW_
ithn,c_i_;Vp_siC_tio#_. (+,o or-)
panel of opener (Illustration A). The indicator light will receiver will operate
with transmitters'
turn ON.
large push button
4. STAND AWAY FROM THE DOOR and press the
selected push button on the transmitter. The indicator
3. Locate the receiver code switches. Set code switch #1
light will tum OFF and door will move. Receiver and
to match transmitter push button you want to use with
transmitter codes now match and the opener will
that receiver (+), (0) or (-). Refer to illustration 0B).
operate with the selected push button on the transmitter.
NOTE: If transmitter push button is not pressed 4. Hold a transmitter (with code switches visible) along-
within 30 seconds, the indicator light will turn OFF. side the receiver. Beginning with RECEIVER code
Begin again at Step 3. switch #2, match the position of each transmitter
switch.
TO USE THE TRANSMITTER(S) WITH OTHER 53000SR
SERIES RECEIVERS: Select another transmitter push TO USE THE TRANSMITTER(S) WITH OTHER 53000
button to operate the Light Control or additional garage SERIES RECEIVERS: Select another transmitter push
door opener. Make sure all transmitters used to operate button to operate the Light Control or additional garage
receiver are set to the same code (Steps I and 2). Repeat door opener, Make sure all transmitters are set to a match-
Steps 3 and 4. ing code (Steps 1 and 2). Repeat Steps 3 and 4.

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Having a Problem? Review Pages 2 end 3 Before Proceeding
SITUATION PROBABLE CAUSE & SOLUTION

OPENER DOESN'T OPERATE 1. Have you disengaged all door locks? Review Step 8, page 14.
FROM WALL CONTROL OR
2. Does the opener have electric power? Plug a lamp into the outlet. If it doesn't
TRANSMITTER
light, check fuse box or circuit breaker. (Some outlets are controlled by a wall switch.)
3. Repeated operation may have tripped the overload protector in the motor. Wait
15 minutes. Try again.
4. Is there a build-up of ice or snow under door? Door may be frozen to ground.
Remove any obstruction.
5. Remove bell wire from opener terminals. Short red and white terminals by touch-
ing both terminals at same time with a piece of metal (screwdriver or coin), ffopener
rune, check for a faulty wire connection at Wall Control or a short under staples.

OPENER OPERATES FROM 1. Is Wall Control push button lit? If not, refer to No. 5 above.
TRANSMITTER BUT NOT 2. Are wiring connections correct? Review Step 6, page 13.
FROM WALL CONTROL

DOOR OPERATES FROM 1. Does the battery test light glow when transmitter push button is pressed? If not,
WALL CONTROL BUT NOT replace the battery.
FROM THE TRANSMITTER
2. If you have two transmitters and only one operates, review the code setting
procedures on page 19. ALL transmitters must be set to same code.
3. Is transmitter(s) operating any other remote control devices? See the code setting
procedures on page 19,
4. Did you press the transmitter button designated to operate garage door opener?
5. Is the Lock Light ON? Turn it OFF.

TRANSMITTER HAS 1. Check battery test light. If the light is dim, change the battery,
SHORT RANGE 2. Change the location of the transmitter in the car.
3. A metal garage door, foil-backed insulation or metal siding will reduce the
transmission range. An antenna extender kit is available from any Sears sk_re or
service center.
4. Check to be sure antenna on the right side panel of opener extends fully downward.

THE GARAGE DOOR OPENS 1. Is there a neighbor with a garage door opener using the same frequency code?
AND CLOSES BY ITSELF Change your code. Review page 19.
2. Make sure none of the transmitter push buttons is stuck in the 'down' position.
3. Remove bell wire from opener terminals and operate from transmitter only. If this
solves the problem, the Wall Control is faulty (replace), or there is a short or broken
wire between Wall Control and opener.

DOOR DOESN'T OPEN 1. Is something obstructing the door?

COMPLETELY 2. If door opens at least 5 feet, travel limits may need to be increased. One turn equals
2 inches of travel. See page 17.
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after the adjustment is complete.
3. If door has been working properly but now doesn't open all the way, increase the
UP FORCE. See page 17.
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after the adjustment is complete.

DOOR DOESN'T CLOSE 1, Is something obstructing the door?

COMPLETELY 2. Review the Travel Limits Adjustment Chart on page 17.
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after any adiustment of door arm length,
close force or down limit.

3. Door will not close after the Lock Light is turned ON.

DOOR WON'T CLOSE 1. The Infrared Reversing Sensor (if you have installed this accessory) may be mis-
aligned or obstructed. Disconnect sensor and check door operation. If the problem
disappears, correct alignment.

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Having a Problem? (Continued)
SITUATION PROBABLE CAUSE & SOLUTION
DOOR REVERSES FOR 1. Is something obstructing the door? Pull red emergency release handle. Operate
NO APPARENT REASON door manually. If it is unbalanced or binding, call a garage door serviceman to
correct the problem.
2. Clear any ice or snow from garage floor area where garage door closes.
3. Review the Force Adjustment Chart on page 17.
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after adjustment is complete.
4. If door reverses in FULLY CLOSED position, decrease travel limits (see page 17).
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after adjustment is complete. THE NEED
FOR OCCASIONAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE FORCE AND LIMIT SETTINGS IS
NORMAL. WEATHER CONDITIONS IN PARTICULAR CAN AFFECT DOOR
TRAVEL.
5. The Infrared Reversing Sensor (If you have installed this accessory) may be
misaligned or obstructed. Disconnect sensor and check door operation. If problem
disappears, correct alignment.

OPENER LIGHTS DO NOT TURN ON

1. Replace light bulbs (75 watts maximum). Use e "garage door opener bulb" if
standard bulb burns out prematurely due to vibration. Vibration may be caused
by loose end panel. Retighten screws.
DO NOT TURN OFF
1. There may be a defective ground at ceiling or wall receptacle.
UNIT MUST BE GROUNDED.
2. Check the Light Feature on Wall Control. Is it ON? Turn it OFF.
3. If the light doesn't turn off at the Wall Control, check yellow wire at Wall Control
and opener screw terminal connections to be sure excess wire is not touching
other terminals. If the connections are good, replace the yellow wire (it may be
shorted or broken).

OPENER STRAINS OR 1. Door may be out of balance or springs are broken. Close door and use emergency
MAXIMUM FORCE IS NEEDED release rope and handle to disconnect trolley. Open and close door manually. A
TO OPERATE DOOR properly balanced door will stay in any point of travel while being supported entirely
by its springs. If it does not, call a garage door serviceman to correct problem.

OPENER MOTOR HUMS 1. Garage door springs are broken. SEE ABOVE.
BRIEFLY, THEN WON'T WORK 2. The trolley may he jammed into stop bolts. Pull or push cn door while motor is
humming to release jammed condition. Re-edjust door limits (page 17) to prevent
over-travel.
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after adjustment is complete.
3. If the problem occurs on first operation of the opener, door is locked. DISABLE
DOOR LOCK. If chain was removed and reinstalled, motor may be out of phase.
Remove chain; cycle motor to the down position. Observe drive sprocket. When
it turns in clockwise direction and stops in down position, reinstall chain.
REPEAT SAFETY REVERSE TEST after adjustment is complete.

OPENER WON'T OPERATE 1. Use emergency release rope and handle to disconnect trolley. Door can be opened
DUE TO POWER FAILURE and closed manually. When the power is restored, press the Wall Control push
button and trolley will automatically reconnect. Refer to Page 3 for'Lockout' Feature.
2. The emergency release Key Lock accessory (for use on garages with no service
door) disconnects the trolley from outside the garage in case of power failure.

CHAIN DROOPS OR SAGS It is normal for chain to droop slightly in the closed door. position. Use emergency
release rope and handle to disconnect trolley. If chain returns to normal height
when the trolley is disengaged and door reverses on a"one-inch obstruction, no
adjustments are needed (see page 9).

OPENER NOISE |S DISTURBING 1.

If operational noise is a problem because of proximity of the opener to the living
IN LIVING QUARTERS OF HOME quarters, Vibration Isolator Kit 41A3263 can be ordered from any Sears Service
Center and most Sears stores. This kit was designed to eliminate the 'sounding
beard effect' and is easy to install.

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Repair Parts

RAIL ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 1A995 Master link kit

2 41 B3243 Inner trolley wlthreadud rod
3 41 B3244 Outer trolley
4 1B3117 Tee rail-center section
5 183Bl10 Tee rail-end section (each)
6 41B2616 Cable pulley bracket assy. (each)
7 41A3473 Chain and cable
NOT SHOWN
41A3534 Rail assy. hardware kit (includes
hardware illustrated on page 5)

INSTALLATION PARTS LIST

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 41A3472 Wall Control assembly

2 10A14 12V battery
3 41A3476 Transmitter case essy.
(Circuit board not included)
4 29C 128 Transmitter visor clip
5 41A2828 Emergency rope & handle assy.

2
6 217A209 4-strand bell wire
7 41A2829 Header bracket w/clevis pin
and ring fastener
8 12B374 Door bracket
9 12B380 Door bracket plate
10 178B35 Curved door arm section
11 178B34 Staight door arm section
12 12B350 Hanging brackets
NOT SHOWN
41A3535 Installation hardware bag (includes
hardware illustrated on page 5)
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Chassis Assembly Parts List

19 18

15
5 17
14
16 (Oown)
Brown Contact UMIT SWITCH ASSY,

Grey
Drive Wire
Gear .-

Contact Contact Wire

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 31C290 Sprocket cover 7 41A3073 End panel with all labels
2 41A2827 Gear and sprocket assy, 8 175B88 Light socket(each)
Complete with: 19 108D30-1 Lens(e ash)
Swing washer 0 30B363 - C_ci-t0r
Thrust washer 11 12A373 Capacitor bracket
Retaining ring 12 41A3150 Terminal block with screws
Bearing plato 13 4tD3058 Universal replacement motorand
Roll pins (2) bracket assy.
Ddve gear Complete with: Motor,worm, bracket,
Worm gear hearing assembly, RPM sensor
Helical gear w/retainer 14 41A3474 Cover with all labels
Grease 15 41A2818 Helical gear & retainer with grease
3 41A2817 Drive/worm gear kit with grease & 16 41D3452 Limit switch assembly
17 41C3005 RPM sensor assembly
roll pins (2)
4 41B2991 Line cord 18 41A2826 Shaft bearing kit
5 19 41A2822 Interruptercup assembly
41C2725 Wire harness assy. with plug
6 20 41A3074 End panel
41A3493 Receiver logic board assy.
Complete with: NOT SHOWN
Logic board 41A2825 Chassis assy. hardware kit (includes
End panel with all labels screws not designated by a number in
Ught socket (1) illustration)

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Owners HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
Manual Now that you have purchased your Sears Garage Door Opener, should a need
ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and
most Sears Roebuck and Co. stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when
you call or visit.
The MODEL NUMBER is printed on a label located on the right side panel of the
garage door opener.
Garage All parts listed may be ordered from any service center and most Sears stores.
Door TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

Opener • PART NUMBER

• MODEL NUMBER
• PART DESCRIPTION
• NAME OF ITEM

Models: If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically trans-
mitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.
139.53626SR IMPORTANT NOTE: ff you suspect radio control malfunction, contact your nearest
SEARS Service Center.
139.53515SR

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTS ......... YOUR WAY TO BUY TOMORROW'S SERVICE

AT TODAY'S PRICE .... With nationwide service and the benefits of a Sears warranty plus a Sears Maintenance
Agreement, you don't have to worry about costly repairs resulting from normal use.
The Maintenance Agreement does not cover installation or reinstaltation of the product or damage resulting from external causes
such as: acts of abuse, fire, flood, wind, lightning, freezing, etc.
To Purchase a Sears Maintenance Agreement -- Ask Any Salesperson or Call Sears Service Today.

SEARS WARRANTY
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON GARAGE DOOR OPENER
For 90 days from the date of purchase, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship at no charge.

LIMITED WARRANTY
From the 91st day until one year from the date of purchase, Sears will furnish replacement parts for any defective
parts, free of charge. You pay for labor.
LIMITED WARRANTY ON MOTOR

After 1 year and through 5 years, Sears will furnish replacement parts for any defective parts in motor, free of charge.
You pay for labor.
LIMITATION ON LIABILITY

Sears will not be liable for lose or damage to property or any incidental or consequential loss or expense from
property damage due directly or indirectly from the use of this product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty does not cover repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including failure to install,
adjust and operate the opener according to instructions contained in the owners manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE
CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
SEARS ROEBUCK AND COMPANY, Dept. 731CR-W Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

© 1990, Sears Roebuck and Company

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