The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com Model 8500 GARAGE DOOR OPENER ee et S ai ls For Residential and Light Duty Commercial Use Install On Sectional Doors With Torsion Assemblies Only Pag r e 18 f o This product is intended for installation only by trained garage door technicians. This product may require adjustments to door springs and or track configurations.
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 2 Install the Protector System® ................ 13 Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review .. 2 Connect Power....................................... 16 Planning ................................................... 3 Install the Battery Backup (optional) ...... 18 Preparing Your Garage Door .................... 4 ADJUSTMENT Tools Needed ........................................... 4 Program the Travel Limits...................... 19 Carton Inventory .....................
Introduction Planning Survey your garage area to see if any of the conditions below apply to your installation. Depending on your requirements, additional materials may be required. THIS GARAGE DOOR OPENER IS COMPATIBLE WITH: • Doors that use a torsion bar and springs. The torsion bar must be 1 inch (2.5 cm) diameter. • 4-6 inch (10-15 cm) drums, not to be used on tapered drums over 6 inches (15 cm). • High lift (up to 54 inches (137.2 cm) high) and standard lift sectional doors up to 14 feet (4.
Introduction Preparing Your Garage Door BEFORE YOU BEGIN: • • Disable locks. Remove any ropes connected to the garage door. Complete the following test to make sure the garage door is balanced and is not sticking or binding: 1. Lift the door halfway up. Release the door. If balanced, it should stay in place, supported entirely by its springs. 2. Raise and lower the door to check for binding or sticking. If your door binds, sticks, or is out of balance, call a trained door systems technician. 3.
Introduction Carton Inventory Accessories included with the garage door opener will vary depending on the model purchased. If anything is missing, carefully check the packing material.
Assembly 1 Attach the Collar to the Garage Door Opener To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the garage door garage door opener until instructed to do so. The garage door opener can be installed on either side of the door (see PLANNING section page 3). The illustrations shown are for installation on the left side. 1. Loosen the collar screws. 2. Attach collar to the garage door opener motor shaft. The side of the collar with the larger hole should be placed on the motor shaft.
Assembly 2 Attach Mounting Bracket to Garage Door Opener 1. Loosely attach slotted side of mounting bracket to the same side of the garage door opener as the collar, using self-threading screws provided. NOTE: Do not tighten screws until instructed. HARDWARE Screw #10-32 (2) Socket Wrench Installation IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. 2.
Installation 1 Position and Mount the Garage Door Opener NOTE: For additional mounting options refer to the accessories page. 1. Close the garage door completely. 2. Slide the garage door opener onto the end of the torsion bar. If the torsion bar is too long or damaged, you may need to cut the torsion bar. Ensure the collar does not touch the bearing plate. 3. Use a level to position and vertically align the garage door opener.
Installation 2 Attach the Emergency Release Rope and Handle 1. Thread one end of the rope through the hole in the top of the red handle so “NOTICE” reads right side up as shown. Secure with an overhand knot at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end of the rope to prevent slipping. 2. Thread the other end of the rope through the loop in the emergency release cable. Adjust rope length so the handle is no higher than 6 feet (1.83 m) above the floor. Secure with an overhand knot.
Installation 4 Attach the Cable Tension Monitor (Required) NOTE: The cable tension monitor is shipped for left side installation. It is recommended that the cable tension monitor be installed on the same side of the door as the garage door opener. For right side installation, remove the snap-ring holding the roller in place and reassemble it on the opposite side of the cable tension monitor. 1. Position the cable tension monitor as close to the drum as possible.
Installation 5 Install the Door Control (MyQ® Control Panel) Install the door control within sight of the door at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 m) where small children cannot reach, and away from the moving parts of the door. For gang box installations it is not necessary to drill holes or install the drywall anchors. Use the existing holes in the gang box.
WARNING Installation IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 1. This portable luminaire has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) as a feature to reduce the risk of electric shock. 2. This plug will fit in a polarized outlet ONLY one way. 3. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. 4. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Installation 7 Install the Protector System ® The safety reversing sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will move in the down direction. This is a required safety device and cannot be disabled. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSOR When properly connected and aligned, the safety reversing sensor will detect an obstacle in the path of its electronic beam.
Installation INSTALLING THE BRACKETS Be sure power to the opener is disconnected. Install and align the brackets so the safety reversing sensors will face each other across the garage door, with the beam no higher than 6" (15 cm) above the floor. Choose one of the following installations. OPTION A: Track Installation 1. Slip the curved arms over the rounded edge of each door track, with the curved arms facing the door. Snap into place against the side of the track.
Installation MOUNTING THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSORS 1. Slide a 1/4"-20x1/2" carriage bolt head into the slot on each sensor. 2. Use wing nuts to fasten safety reversing sensors to brackets, with lenses pointing toward each other across the door. Be sure the lens is not obstructed by a bracket extension. HARDWARE Carriage Bolt 1/4"-20x1/2" (2) 3. Finger tighten the wing nuts. Wing Nut 1/4"-20 (2) Carriage Bolt Wing Nut WIRE THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSORS 1.
Installation 8 Connect Power To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the garage door opener at this time. To reduce the risk of electric shock, your garage door opener has a grounding type plug with a third grounding pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding type outlet. If the plug doesn’t fit into the outlet you have, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
Installation ENSURE THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSORS ARE ALIGNED The door will not close if the sensors have not been installed and aligned correctly. When the light beam is obstructed or misaligned while the door is closing, the door will reverse and the garage door opener lights will flash ten times. If the door is already open, it will not close. The sensors can be aligned by loosening the wing nuts, aligning the sensors, and tightening the wing nuts. 1.
Installation 9 Install the Battery Backup (optional) When in Battery Backup mode, wireless MyQ® devices and Timer-To-Close will be disabled. If the optional Battery Backup is part of this installation it should be installed at this time. The Battery Backup can be mounted to either the ceiling or a wall within 3 feet (.9 m) of the garage door opener. 1. Position the Battery Backup on a structural support (ceiling joist or wall stud). 2.
Adjustment 1 Program the Travel Limits Travel limits regulate the points at which the door will stop when moving up or down. Adjust the position of the door by using the black and yellow buttons. Black moves the door UP (open) and yellow moves the door DOWN (close). NOTE: The yellow command LED and the red learn LED will blink quickly for up to 5 minutes as the control panel recharges. When the control panel is operational, the yellow command LED will glow steadily. SETTING THE UP POSITION: 1.
Adjustment 2 Set the Force The force setting measures the amount of force required to open and close the door. 1. Push the yellow button twice to enter into the Force Adjustment Mode. The LED will flash quickly. 2. Push the door control or programmed remote control. The door will close (DOWN). 3. Push the door control or programmed remote control again. The door will open (UP). 4. Push the door control or programmed remote control a third time to close the door (DOWN).
Adjustment 3 Test the Safety Reversal System TEST 1. With the door fully open, place a 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) board (or a 2x4 laid flat) on the floor, centered under the garage door. 2. Operate the door in the down direction. The door must reverse on striking the obstruction. Upon successful safety reversal test proceed to Adjustment Step 4. ADJUST If the door stops on the obstruction, it is not traveling far enough in the down direction.
Adjustment 5 Test Cable Tension Monitor If your cable tension monitor has been activated the LED on the garage door opener will blink 9 times. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door: • If possible, use emergency release handle to disengage door ONLY when garage door is CLOSED. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could result in an open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly.
WARNING Operation IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. 2. ALWAYS keep remote controls out of reach of children. NEVER permit children to operate or play with door control push buttons or remote controls. 3. ONLY activate door when it can be seen clearly, it is properly adjusted and there are no obstructions to door travel. 4.
Operation Using the Door Control (MyQ® Control Panel) NOTE: Due to power consumption this door control (Model 888LM) cannot be used in conjunction with another wired door control connected to your garage door opener. If an additional door control is needed, the wireless door control model 885LM can be programmed to the door control (Model 888LM). To program the 885LM to the MyQ® Control Panel, follow the remote control programming steps.
Operation Using the Remote Control Press and hold the button down until the door or gate starts to move. The remote control will operate from up to 3 car lengths away on typical installations. Installations and conditions vary, contact an installing dealer for more information. 3-Button Remote Controls Additional buttons on the remote control can be programmed to operate up to 3 devices such as additional garage door openers, light controls, gate operators or access control systems.
Programming Your hand-held remote control (model 895MAX) has already programmed to the door control (MyQ® Control Panel) at the factory. Below are instructions for programming additional remote controls, keyless entries, and MyQ® enabled accessories to the door control. NOTE: Use the learn button on the door control to program all accessories. The yellow learn button on the garage door opener will NOT program accessories.
Programming Internet Gateway (Not Provided) The LiftMaster® Internet Gateway gives you control of your garage door from your internet connected computer or mobile device. You must have your internet gateway registered to your customer account at www.myliftmaster.com in order to use it with the MyQ® Control Panel. Go to www.myliftmaster.com and follow the instructions to create an account and register your device if you have not already.
Programming Reprogramming Light or Additional Light Your garage door opener remote light has already been programmed at the factory to operate with your opener. Any additional or replacement remote lights will need to be programmed. 1. Press the LEARN button on the light until the LED comes ON. 2. Activate the garage door opener using the hand-held remote, door control, or keyless entry. 3. The code has been programmed when the remote light comes on.
Maintenance Care of Your Garage Door Opener MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Once a Month • Manually operate door. If it is unbalanced or binding, call a trained door systems technician. • Check to be sure door opens and closes fully. Adjust limits and/or force if necessary (see Adjustment Steps 1 and 2). • Repeat the safety reverse test. Make any necessary adjustments (see Adjustment Step 3). Once a Year • Oil door rollers, bearings and hinges. The garage door opener does not require additional lubrication.
Troubleshooting Diagnostic Chart Garage Door Opener Your garage door opener is programmed with self-diagnostic capabilities. The diagnostic LED will flash a number of times, then pause, signifying it has found a potential issue. Consult Diagnostic Chart below.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The garage door opener doesn't operate from either the Door Control or the remote control: • Does the garage door opener have electric power? Plug a lamp into the outlet. If it doesn't light, check the fuse box or the circuit breaker. (Some outlets are controlled by a wall switch.) • Have you disabled all door locks? Review installation instruction warnings on page 7. • Is there a build-up of ice or snow under the door? The door may be frozen to the ground.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Continued) My door will not close and the light bulbs blink: The safety reversing sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will move in the down direction. • Verify the safety sensors are properly installed, aligned and free of any obstructions. The garage door opener strains to operate door: • The door may be out of balance or the springs may be broken. Close the door and use the emergency release handle to disconnect the door.
Repair Parts Installation Parts 4 6 5 2 HOLD OPEN 8 14 NOT ICE 1 LIGHT 13 12 11 7 10 LOC 9 3 K LIG HT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ® KEY PART NO. NO.
Repair Parts Garage Door Opener Assembly Parts 6 5 2 1 4 3 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO.
Accessories MAX ACCESSORIES ® Compatible with LiftMaster garage door openers manufactured since 1993. 877MAX MAX Wireless Keyless Entry: For use outside of the home to enable access to the garage using a 4-digit PIN. 890MAX Mini 3-Button MAX Remote Control 825LM Remote Light Control: 475LM Automatically control your lights using your garage door opener, a SECURITY✚ 2.0™ remote control or a LiftMaster® Internet Gateway. Plugs into any interior outlet. Provides backup power to the garage door opener.
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