Putting A Garage Door Opener Up

Attach the straps to the irons with hex head screws.

Putting a garage door opener up. Close the door and pull the emergency release cord always close the door first so it can t come crashing down. If the door is closing and the beam between the eyes is interrupted the door will automatically reverse. Bolt the angle irons to a rafter or rafters with lag screws. Be sure to check your owner s manual for important safety information.

If the door moves up or down on its own the torsion spring is out of adjustment which causes your opener to work harder and wear out faster. Attach the bracket the opener came with to the wall above the door and then insert the end of the assembly into it. Connect the bracket and the end of the assembly as directed in the installation instructions. Most units hang from angle irons and metal straps that have holes drilled in them at regular intervals.

For instructions on how to install a new garage door opener see how to install a garage door opener. Open your door halfway and let go. Attach the straps to the power unit with the hardware provided. Make sure the garage door is balanced.

Securely mounted hardware and rails.