1. Product Overview
The Chamberlain B6713T Smart Garage Door Opener is designed to enhance the functionality and security of your garage. This model features advanced corner-to-corner LED lighting, myQ smartphone control, ultra-quiet belt drive operation, and a reliable battery backup system. It integrates smart home technology to provide convenient and secure access to your garage.
Key features include:
- Smartphone Control: Manage your garage door from anywhere using the myQ app.
- Integrated Corner-to-Corner LED Lighting: Provides 2,000 lumens of motion-activated, uniform illumination.
- Quiet Operation: Features an ultra-quiet DC motor with soft start/stop for minimal noise.
- Battery Backup: Ensures operation during power outages.
- Enhanced Connectivity: Improved Wi-Fi and memory for new myQ features.
Figure 1: Chamberlain B6713T Smart Garage Door Opener unit.
2. Safety Information
WARNING: To reduce the risk of severe injury or death:
- Read and follow all instructions carefully.
- Do not allow children to operate the garage door opener or play with the controls.
- Keep remote controls away from children.
- Always keep the moving garage door in sight and away from people and objects until it is completely closed.
- Test the safety reversal system monthly.
- Never go under a stopped, partially open door.
- Ensure the safety sensors are properly installed and aligned to prevent the door from closing on obstructions.
3. Package Contents
Verify that all components are present before beginning installation:
- Chamberlain B6713T Garage Door Opener Unit
- 2 x 3-Button Remotes
- Motion-Detecting Wall Control
- Battery (for backup)
- Safety Sensors (with mounting hardware)
- Installation Hardware (nuts, bolts, brackets, etc.)
- Belt Drive Rail Assembly
Figure 2: Main unit and included accessories.
4. Setup and Installation
For detailed, interactive 3D instructions, it is highly recommended to use the BILT app. This app provides voice, text, and interactive 3D images to guide you through the assembly and installation process.
Figure 3: BILT app for official 3D assembly and installation instructions. Download the app via this link.
General Installation Steps:
- Assemble the Rail: Connect the rail sections and attach the belt.
- Mount the Opener: Securely mount the garage door opener unit to the ceiling or appropriate support structure.
- Install Safety Sensors: Mount the safety sensors on each side of the garage door opening, approximately 6 inches above the floor. Ensure they are aligned.
- Connect Wiring: Connect the safety sensors, wall control, and power cord to the opener unit.
- Install Battery Backup: Insert the battery into the designated compartment on the opener unit.
- Program Travel Limits: Follow the instructions in the full user manual to set the open and close limits for your garage door.
- Program Remotes: Program the included 3-button remotes to operate the opener.
For detailed wiring diagrams and specific mounting instructions, please refer to the comprehensive User Manual (PDF) available for download from the product page or here.
5. Operating Instructions
Using the Remote Controls:
Press the programmed button on your 3-button remote to open or close the garage door. Pressing the button again while the door is in motion will stop it.
Using the Motion-Detecting Wall Control:
The wall control allows you to open or close the garage door from inside your garage. It also features motion detection to activate the integrated LED lighting.
Battery Backup Operation:
In the event of a power outage, the integrated battery backup will automatically engage, allowing you to operate the garage door for a limited number of cycles. The opener will beep to indicate it is running on battery power.
Figure 4: Integrated battery backup for continued operation during power outages.
6. myQ Smart Features
The Chamberlain B6713T is myQ compatible, allowing you to control, secure, and monitor your garage from your smartphone, anytime and anywhere.
Smartphone Control:
Download the myQ app from your smartphone's app store. Follow the in-app instructions to connect your garage door opener. Once connected, you can open, close, and check the status of your garage door remotely.
Figure 5: myQ app displaying activity notifications for garage door status.
Amazon Key In-Garage Delivery:
With myQ compatibility, you can enable Amazon Key In-Garage Delivery, allowing Amazon delivery personnel to securely place packages inside your garage, even when you are not home. This feature requires linking your myQ account with Amazon Key.
Figure 6: Secure in-garage package delivery enabled by myQ and Amazon Key.
7. Maintenance
Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance and longevity of your garage door opener:
- Monthly Safety Reversal Test: Place a 2x4 board flat on the floor in the path of the door. The door should reverse when it strikes the object. If it does not, adjust the travel limits or contact customer support.
- Lubrication: Lubricate the garage door rollers, hinges, and springs annually with a garage door lubricant. Do not lubricate the opener's belt drive.
- Inspect Hardware: Periodically check all nuts, bolts, and screws for tightness.
- Clean Sensors: Keep the safety sensor lenses clean and free from obstructions.
Figure 7: The durable belt drive system, designed for quiet operation.
Figure 8: The 2000 lumens brilliant white LED illumination from the opener.
8. Troubleshooting
If your garage door opener is not functioning as expected, review the following common issues:
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Door does not close completely. | Safety sensors are misaligned or obstructed. | Check and align safety sensors. Clear any obstructions. |
| Remote control not working. | Battery is dead or remote is out of range/unprogrammed. | Replace battery. Reprogram remote. Ensure you are within range. |
| Opener runs but door does not move. | Emergency release cord is pulled. | Reconnect the emergency release trolley to the belt drive. |
| Lights flash 10 times. | Safety sensors are obstructed or misaligned. | Check and align safety sensors. Clear any obstructions. |
For more comprehensive troubleshooting steps, refer to the full user manual.
9. Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model Name | Chamberlain B6713T Smart Garage Door Opener |
| Model Number | B6713T |
| Brand | CHAMBERLAIN |
| Power Source | Battery Powered (with AC connection) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (myQ compatible) |
| Lighting Type | Integrated Corner to Corner LED |
| Brightness | 2000 lumens |
| Motor Type | DC Motor (Ultra Quiet) |
| Drive Type | Belt Drive |
| Product Dimensions | 27.25"L x 13.13"W x 9.94"H |
| Item Weight | 35.7 Pounds |
| Included Components | 2 x 3-Button Remotes, Motion-Detecting Wall Control, Battery, Safety Sensors |
10. Warranty and Support
Warranty Information:
- Motor: Lifetime
- Belt: Lifetime
- Parts: 5 years
- Accessories: 1 year
For warranty claims or technical assistance, please visit the official CHAMBERLAIN website or contact their customer support. Keep your proof of purchase for warranty validation.
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