Genie Chain/Belt Drive Models Assembly/Installation

Pre-Installation Considerations

This opener includes parts and supplies for most garages and doors. Additional parts may be needed depending on your specific garage and door configuration. Measure your door height; doors taller than 7' and up to 8' require a Rail Extension Kit. Ensure the header above the garage door has sufficient space for mounting the header bracket. If not, a 2" x 6" lumber piece may be needed. For finished ceilings, perforated angle may be required to span beams or trusses. Check for wood along the door tracks near the floor for Safe-T-Beam mounting, or if fasteners or extension brackets are needed. An electrical outlet within approximately 3' of the opener location is required; contact a licensed electrician if one is not available. Inspect the condition of your door and its hardware (tracks, springs, hinges, rollers) for looseness or wear; call a trained professional for repairs. DO NOT attempt to adjust springs or attached parts. Manually operate the door; it should move freely and smoothly. Check balance by lifting it halfway and releasing; it should stay put or move slowly. If not, call a service person. Remove all ropes and disable all locks connected to the garage door before installation. T-handles should also be removed. Closed loop lifting handles with no protruding parts are recommended.

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Important Installation Instructions

Potential Hazards

Overhead doors are heavy and move with high tension springs and electric motors. Read all safety information carefully. Use DANGER for imminently hazardous situations resulting in death or serious injury, WARNING for potentially hazardous situations resulting in death or serious injury, and CAUTION for situations resulting in injury or property damage. NOTE indicates important steps or considerations.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH

• Read and follow all safety, installation, and operation instructions. Call The Genie Company or your local Genie Factory Authorized Dealer if you have questions.
• DO NOT install on an improperly balanced door.
• Repairs and adjustments to cables, spring assembly, and other hardware must be made by a trained service person.
• Remove all ropes and disable all locks connected to the garage door before installing the opener.
• Mount the emergency release within reach, but at least 6 feet above the floor, avoiding contact with vehicles.
• DO NOT connect the opener to power until instructed.
• Locate the wall console button: A) Within sight of the door. B) Minimum height of 5 feet, out of reach of small children. C) Away from all moving parts.
• Install the entrapment WARNING label next to the wall button/console. Install the red emergency release handle on the emergency release cord.
• The opener must reverse when the door contacts a 1-1/2 inch high object on the floor at the center of the doorway (e.g., a 2" x 4" board laid flat).

WARNING: Moving door could result in serious injury or death.

• Keep people clear of the opening while the door is moving.
• DO NOT allow children to play with the door opener.
• DO NOT operate a door that jams or has a broken spring.

WARNING: An Electrical Shock could result in serious injury or death.

• Turn off power before removing the opener cover.
• Ensure electrical wires are not pinched or near moving parts when replacing the cover.
• Opener must be properly grounded.

WARNING: HIGH SPRING TENSION

• DO NOT attempt to remove, repair, or adjust springs or their attached parts (wood blocks, steel brackets, cables, etc.).
• Repairs and adjustments must be made by a trained door system technician using proper tools and instructions.

Recommended Tools

Safety Glasses, Hammer, Square or Straightedge, 6-7 foot Ladder, Drill/Bit Set, Tape Measure, Ratchet Set (3/32", 1/8", 5/32", 9/32", 1/4", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16"), Wrenches (7/16", 1/2", 9/16"), Small Common Screwdriver, Phillips Head Screwdriver, Pencil, Hacksaw, Spirit Level, Wire Cutters/Strippers.

Parts Included

Blue Bag: Clevis Pin (x2), Cotter Pin (x2), 1/4"-20 x 3/4" Self-Tapping Screw (x3), Red Release Cord, Door Bracket, Header Bracket, Red Emergency Release Handle, 3/8"-16 Hex Nut (x2), 3/8"-16 x 7/8" Bolt (x2).

Orange Bag: Cotter Pin (x2), 5/16"-18 x 2" Bolt, Rail Strap, 5/16"-18 Serrated Lock Nut, Turnbuckle, 5/16" x 1-3/4" Lag Screw (x2), 1/4"-14 x 5/8" Self-Tapping Screw (x4), 5/16" x 1-3/4" Clevis Pin (x2).

Green Bag: 5/16"-18 x 3/4" Bolt (x2), 5/16"-18 Serrated Lock Nut (x2), 5/16" x 1-3/4" Lag Screw (x2).

Clear Bag (Belt Models Only): 1/4" x 3/4" Insulated Staple (x40), #6-18 x 3/8" Self-Tapping Screw (x2), Cover, Belt Retainer.

Yellow Bag: Safe-T-Beam® Sensor, Safe-T-Beam® Source, 1/4" x 1-1/4" Lag Screw (x4).

Parts List:

• A = 2 Light Powerhead & Lenses
• B = 1 Light Powerhead & Lens
• C = Header Rail Section
• D = Rail Sections (x4)
• E = Sprocket Support Assembly
• F = Idler Pulley
• G = Carriage Assembly
• H = Chain or Belt Assembly
• I = Door Arm (Curved)
• J = Door Arm (Straight)
• K = Mounting Straps (x2)
• L = 90ft. Wire Spool
• M = Remote
• N = Wall Control (Console or Standard Button)
• O = Wireless Keypad (Select Models Only)

Section 1: Assembling/Installing Rail

1. Check door height: Doors taller than 7' up to 8' tall require a Rail Extension Kit. Read extension kit instructions before proceeding.
2. Align pulley in rail slot and insert clevis pin through header rail hole and idler pulley. Secure with cotter pin.
3. Insert 5/16"-18 x 2" bolt into header rail and secure with nut.
4. Slide carriage assembly onto header rail section, ensuring the “door” arrow points towards the idler pulley.
5. Insert rail sections together by hand. Assembled length is approximately 9'3".
6. Insert sprocket support assembly into the last rail section and place rail strap onto the rail.
7. Route chain/belt assembly: gold threaded shaft around the idler pulley and silver threaded end around the sprocket. NOTE: BELT TEETH SHOULD FACE RAIL.
8. Install turnbuckle with the “door” end arrow onto the gold threaded end by rotating counter-clockwise one full turn.
9. Disengage carriage assembly by rotating the release handle downward. Insert turnbuckle through the carriage. Ensure chain/belt is not twisted or bound.
10. Continue routing the chain/belt assembly until the turnbuckle is near the middle of the rail. Insert the silver threaded shaft into the turnbuckle and rotate counter-clockwise one full turn.
11. Hold chain/belt and rotate the turnbuckle with thumbs counter-clockwise until the chain/belt is tensioned properly. Measure chain/belt tension on the opposite side of the rail until it is 1/4" from the bottom of the rail.
12. Once tension is established, hold the turnbuckle with a 7/16" or adjustable wrench. Tighten both tension nuts with a 7/16" wrench.
13. Lower the drive sprocket over the spline shaft on top of the powerhead. Align the rail strap and sprocket support with the holes in the powerhead. Fully tighten 1/4"-14 x 5/8" self-tapping screws. Do not overtighten.
14. Belt Models Only: Install belt retainer using #6 x 3/8" self-tapping screws.

Section 2: Mounting Rail Bracket on Header

1. Determine "highest point of door travel": Get on a ladder. Have someone lift the door open slowly. Find the highest point where the door extends above the door tracks. For sectional doors, this is typically where the top door roller exits the curved portion of the track onto the horizontal section.
2. Measure the distance from the highest point of door travel to the floor.
3. Mark the header at the highest point of door travel, preferably at the center of the door.
4. Position the header bracket 2-1/2" above the highest point of door travel.
5. Drill 5/32" pilot holes in the header and secure the bracket with 5/16" x 1-3/4" lag screws.

WARNING: Door springs are under high tension. If a spring or shaft is in the way, measure above it on the garage door centerline and mark the location for the header bracket. DO NOT attempt to move, adjust, or remove the door spring.

CAUTION: Header Bracket must be fastened to garage framing. DO NOT fasten to drywall, particle board, plaster, or other materials.

Section 3: Attaching Rail to Bracket

1. Elevate the powerhead assembly and position the header rail section (C) inside the bracket. Support the powerhead and have a second person assist.
2. Align holes in the rail with the upper holes in the bracket.
3. Slide the clevis pin through the holes in the rail and bracket and secure with the cotter pin.
4. Slide the carriage near the powerhead to prevent damage for a later step.

Section 4: Attaching Powerhead to Ceiling

Mount the powerhead to garage framework only. DO NOT attach to drywall or particle board.

1. If possible: Lift and support the powerhead while a second person fully opens the door. Insert a 2" x 4" board, cardboard, or towel between the door and rail to protect the door. Measure and mark the door centerline. Position the powerhead over the centerline and let it rest on the board.
2. Otherwise: Measure and mark the ceiling 112" back from the header, aligned with the door centerline.
3. Method A (Open Ceilings): For exposed joists, drill 5/32" pilot holes and secure mounting straps to joists using 5/16" x 1-3/4" lag screws. Raise the powerhead to ensure clearance between the door and rail. Cut and/or bend mounting straps as needed to align with the powerhead and level the rail. Secure the powerhead to the straps using 5/16"-18 x 3/4" bolts and nuts. Ensure the powerhead is centered with the door and remove protective material.
4. Method B (Finished/Unfinished Ceilings): Attach perforated angle (not supplied) to joists using 5/16" x 1-3/4" lag screws. Secure mounting straps to the perforated angle using 5/16"-18 bolts and nuts (not supplied). Raise the powerhead to ensure clearance between the door and rail. Cut and/or bend mounting straps as needed to align with the powerhead and level the rail. Secure the powerhead to the straps using 5/16"-18 x 3/4" bolts and nuts. Ensure the powerhead is centered with the door and remove protective material.
5. Close the door.

NOTE: Rail should be level to the floor. Additional hanging hardware may be required.

Section 5: Attaching Door Bracket to Door

Sectional Door (Typical):

1. Center the bracket on the door, near the same height as the top rollers.
2. Using the bracket, mark the holes on the door.
3. Drill 1/8" pilot holes partially through the door.
4. Secure with 1/4"-20 x 3/4" self-drilling screws.
5. Some garage door manufacturers provide door brackets that can be used with Genie Door Arms.

Sectional Door (Wooden):

1. Center the bracket on the door, near the same height as the top rollers.
2. Using the bracket, mark the holes on the door or frame.
3. Drill 9/32" holes completely through the door.
4. Fasten the bracket with 1/4" x 2" carriage bolts and nuts (not provided).

CAUTION: Doors made of masonite, lightweight wood, fiberglass, and sheet metal must be properly braced before mounting the door bracket. Contact the door manufacturer or distributor for questions. Genie is not responsible for damage caused by an improperly braced door.

Section 6: Attaching Door Arm to Door Bracket & Carriage

1. Secure the cord to the red emergency release handle and carriage release.
2. Pull the emergency release cord to disengage the carriage and move it toward the door, about 16" from the header. Check and adjust chain/belt tension.
3. Sectional Doors typically accept a curved door arm (J). Install the curved door arm inside the door bracket using a 3/8" x 1" clevis and cotter pins. If the door bracket is mounted on the top edge of the door, the straight door arm (K) may be used.
4. Attach the straight door arm to the carriage using 3/8" x 1" clevis and cotter pins.
5. With the door closed, attach the curved and straight door arms together using 3/8"-16 x 7/8" bolts and nuts. Space the fasteners as far apart as possible.

NOTE: Minimize the overall length of both arms, but ensure the straight arm is not vertical or too long (exceeding 30° from the header).

Check and adjust chain/belt tension: With the carriage disengaged, check belt/chain tension. Proper tension is obtained when the chain/belt is between the bottom of the rail and 1/4" above. Refer to Section 1j.

Section 7: Installing Safe-T-Beam®

READ ALL STEPS BEFORE PROCEEDING

1. Position the Safe-T-Beam® Transmitter and Receiver on each side of the garage door, 5"-6" above the floor, with lenses facing each other.
2. Mark bracket mounting holes; drill 3/32" pilot holes and secure with (4) 1/4" x 1-1/4" lag screws into wood. Use appropriate fasteners for concrete or block.
3. Use garage pre-wiring if available. Otherwise, route two lengths of supplied wire from the powerhead along the ceiling, across the header, and down both sides of the door to each sensor. Secure the wire with insulated staples (green bag).
4. On the powerhead: Insert both wires down through the control wire channel. Remove 1/4" insulation from both sets of white and striped wires. Twist the two striped wires together and insert into terminal 1 (press the orange tab). Twist the two white wires together and insert into terminal 2. Ensure wires are secure and adjust as necessary.
5. At each sensor: Remove 1/4" insulation from the white and striped wires and secure in each terminal. Ensure wires are secure and adjust as necessary.

CAUTION: When using insulated staples, make them snug enough to hold the wire but not so tight that they damage the wire, which could cause the Safe-T-Beam® System to malfunction.

NOTE: If pre-wiring is used, verify that the Safe-T-Beam® LEDs and wall console light up after power is applied (Step 10). If not, wire each Safe-T-Beam® and wall console at the powerhead.

Section 8: Installing Wall Console

1. Use garage pre-wiring if available. Otherwise, route the supplied wire from the powerhead to the desired wall control location. Secure the wire with insulated staples (green bag).
2. On the powerhead: Insert the wire down through the control wire channel. Remove 1/4" insulation from the white and striped wires. Insert the white wire into terminal 3 and the striped wire into terminal 4 (press the orange tab). Ensure wires are secure and adjust as necessary.
3. At the wall console: Remove 1/4" insulation from the white and striped wires. Secure the white wire to the "W" terminal and the striped wire to the "B/W" terminal. Ensure wires are secure and adjust as necessary.
4. Mark the wall console mounting holes, drill 3/32" pilot holes, and mount with #6 x 1-1/4" screws. Use drywall anchors if mounting to drywall (not provided).
5. Post the "ENTRAPMENT WARNING LABEL" next to the wall console.

WARNING: Use of any other wall control can cause unexpected operation and loss of lighting feature. Locate the wall console within sight of the door and far enough from it to prevent contact while operating. The control must be at least 5 feet above the floor to prevent small children from operating it.

Section 9: Light and Lens Assembly

1. Install light bulbs into the powerhead light socket(s).
2. Insert lower lens tabs into the slots in the motor cover on the powerhead.
3. Snap upper lens tabs into place. Squeeze tabs down slightly if necessary to align with slots at the top of the opener frame.

CAUTION: DO NOT exceed maximum wattage (60W MAX per bulb). Using halogen, short neck, or specialty bulbs may overheat the opener.

Compact CFL, LED, or Incandescent Bulbs can be used. IDCM models require a minimum 40 Watt equivalent bulb, 60 Watt maximum.

Section 10: Connecting Power

For Grounded Outlet Connection:

1. Plug the power cord into a standard 115 VAC outlet. Coil excess cord and tape or twist tie it to the top of the powerhead. (DO NOT PLACE ABOVE LIGHT BULBS). Proceed to step 10d.

CAUTION: DO NOT run the opener until travel limits are set to avoid unit damage.

WARNING: The opener has a grounded electrical plug and fits only grounded outlets. DO NOT alter the plug. If you lack grounded outlets, have one installed by a licensed electrician. Ensure proper grounding to prevent injury and damage. NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD! Check local building codes for permanent wiring requirements.

For Permanent Wiring by an Electrician:

1. Cut the existing power cord OUTSIDE the CHASSIS.
2. Wire connections must be made INSIDE the CHASSIS. Ensure at least 6" of new power supply line wire is inside the CHASSIS. Conduit, strain relief, and wire nuts are not provided.

Step 10d: Verify that the RED and GREEN lights are lit on the Safe-T-Beam®. If lit, proceed to step 10e. If not lit, return to step 7 and check wiring.

Step 10e: Verify that the wall console is lit RED. If it is RED, proceed to step 11. If the powerhead LED is blinking blue, slide the Sure-Lock® button on the console. If the console is not lit RED, return to step 8 and check wiring.

Section 11: Installation is Complete

The opener is now ready to program. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for programming and Battery Backup installation instructions.

Installation & Critical Steps Checklist

• Check to ensure Turnbuckle lock-nuts have been tightened with a wrench (Step 1k). This is critical for maintaining chain/belt tension.
• Check to ensure that wall control and photocells wires have been routed through the channel to prevent them from touching the light bulbs (Steps 7 & 8).