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Saul Good 11-08-2011 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Pestilence (Post 8092608)
This.

Unlatch the door.....get it about halfway from the floor to the celing and let it go. If it stays....then adjust the down force a little bit. If it drops....then your door is unbalanced.
It stayed where it was. Which direction do I adjust the down force? Also, there are screws on the side of the opener as well.

Ming the Merciless 11-08-2011 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Stewie (Post 8092617)
I have a Chamberlain that I bought at Sam's in about '95 that still works great. I was amazed that they was the largest manufacturer of openers in the world since I'd never heard of them.

I then replaced my other opener with a Sears Craftsman and it was the EXACT same opener as the Chamberlain. No wonder they are so big, they make the openers for a bunch of other companies. The Sears instruction manual was exactly the same except it said Craftsman where the other manual said Chamberlain.
Yup.....They made really good priced units (Chamberlain) that held up and lasted..Buying from Sears was probably good becuase you get the same4 thing, often on special with extra remotes and/or security pads for the exterior thrown in......And sears had decent prices frequently on the installation as well.

seclark 11-08-2011 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Pestilence (Post 8092619)
Your garage door should be able to be opened and closed manually by a 10 year old child.
no shit?
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Saul Good 11-08-2011 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Pestilence (Post 8092619)
Adjusting the travel screws tells the opener how far it needs to go down before it stops. Your travel screws should be fine. It's the closing power that is more than likely the issue.

Your garage door should be able to be opened and closed manually by a 10 year old child.
I think a 10 year old would be strong enough.

The Franchise 11-08-2011 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Groupon (Post 8092632)
It stayed where it was. Which direction do I adjust the down force? Also, there are screws on the side of the opener as well.
The down force should have an arrow pointing down next to it. The numbers only go from 1-10. Adjust it one number down at a time until it closes fully.

The Franchise 11-08-2011 03:52 PM
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Originally Posted by seclark (Post 8092634)
no shit?
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Yep.

The Franchise 11-08-2011 03:53 PM
Your travel adjustment screws are different. You'll actually need a screwdriver to turn those. You should be able to adjust the down force with your hand.

TIED5573 11-08-2011 03:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Groupon (Post 8092637)
I think a 10 year old would be strong enough.
Can he throw down field? Bring him in for a look.

Saul Good 11-08-2011 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Pestilence (Post 8092638)
The down force should have an arrow pointing down next to it. The numbers only go from 1-10. Adjust it one number down at a time until it closes fully.
I think that did it. Thanks!

Ming the Merciless 11-08-2011 03:58 PM
good job pestilence and groupon

TrebMaxx 11-08-2011 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Groupon (Post 8092554)
It's a Liftmaster.
I have a LiftMaster and it is easy to program the stops. I will also warn that I learned how to program it when a sensor went out on my unit. Had to set it back up about every other day for two weeks until the replacement part arrived (they replaced the motor).

Saul Good 11-08-2011 03:59 PM
I think I'm supposed to say "rep" or something. I've only given one other rep ever.

Ming the Merciless 11-08-2011 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Groupon (Post 8092658)
I think that did it. Thanks!
make sure to test the safety reverse when youre done ****ign with it

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Place a one inch board (or 2 x 4 laid flat) on the floor centered under the garage door. Operate the door in the down direction. The door must reverse on striking the board. If it does not, refer to your owner´s manual, call your LiftMaster Authorized Dealer or speak to one of our technical service representatives by calling the S.O.S. HotLineŽ at 1-800-528-5880. Failure to pass the above test could result in serious injury or death.

Lzen 11-08-2011 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Pawnmower (Post 8092660)
good job pestilence and groupon
Donger and I were on the right track with our suggestions. :p

Ming the Merciless 11-08-2011 04:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Lzen (Post 8092674)
Donger and I were on the right track with our suggestions. :p
good job all!

Didnt mean to leave anyone out, that was nice of everyone to help out.!

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