B&D PanelMax SDO-8 - User Manual

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Sectional Door Opener
installation instructions
PanelMax
™
These instructions are intended for professional garage door
opener installers.
All references are taken from inside looking out.
DOC# 161060_03
RELEASED: 16/06/20
PanelMax
TM
SDO-8

Summary

Installation Safety Warnings

Before you Begin

Examine the conditions in the garage

Assessing ceiling and wall conditions for opener installation suitability.

Test the following before commencing installation

Testing door condition, balance, and manual operation before installation.

Tools Required

Kit Contents

Position

Fit the Opener

Secure C-Rail to Opener

Securing the C-rail to the drive unit using track brackets and screws.

Bracket Position

Wall Bracket Position

Determining the centre of the door and marking the wall above.

Mounting the Wall Bracket

Centering the bracket over marked lines and securing it to a solid mounting point.

Attach the Track to the Wall Bracket

Attaching the pre-assembled track to the wall bracket using a pin.

Perforated Angle

Attach Perforated Angle or equivalent

Securing perforated angle to a supporting beam for opener mounting.

Mounting Brackets and Arms

Mounting the Door Bracket

Positioning and mounting the door bracket locator and bracket on the top door panel.

Attaching the Arms

Assembling bent and straight arms and connecting them to the door and shuttle.

Optional Safety Beam Kit

Safety Beams

Function and installation of safety beams for enhanced door closing safety.

Specifications

Setting Limits

Set the Limit Positions and adjust drive speed

Procedure for setting open and close limits and adjusting drive speed.

Clearing the Door Limit Positions

Steps to delete existing door limit positions and reset them.

Re-profiling the Door

Re-learning door travel characteristics after adjustments or setup changes.

Safety Testing

Test the Close Cycle

Testing the door's auto-reverse function when encountering an obstacle.

Testing the Open Cycle

Testing the door's stop function when manually pulled halfway.

Test the Manual Door Operation

Checking door balance, springs, and manual operation for safety.

Auto-Close

Coding a Transmitter

Storing the Transmitter Code

Programming remote control transmitters to operate the opener.

Installation of the Wall Mounted Transmitter

Mounting the wall transmitter in a safe and visible location.

Erasing All Transmitter Codes

Procedure to delete all previously programmed transmitter codes.

Vacation Mode

Activating vacation mode to lock out all remote controls.

Home Owner Safety Warnings!

Opener Safety & Security

Your Door CAN NOT be used by the opener when

Conditions preventing opener operation, like external locks or power failure.

Your Door CAN be used when

Situations where the door can be operated, like emergencies or power failure.

To Disengage the Opener

Steps to manually disengage the opener from the door track.

To Re-Engage the Opener

Steps to manually re-engage the opener to the door track.

Operating your Opener

To Operate the opener

Instructions on using the transmitter to open and close the garage door.

User Operating Controls

Troubleshooting

Main Light = Service; Warning Indicator

Table detailing main light flashes and their corresponding issues and remedies.

If You Need a Service Call

Information required before contacting service for opener issues.

After Installation Care

Service Checklist

Schedule and checklist for ongoing preventative servicing of the opener.

Battery Replacement

Procedure for replacing the transmitter battery and checking its status.

Battery Disposal

Guidelines for safely and environmentally disposing of batteries.

Warranty

Information regarding warranty conditions and service requirements.

Appendix

Status Indication during Operating Mode

Explanation of LED indicators on the opener during various operating modes.

Adjustment Mode Instructions

Guide to entering adjustment mode and selecting parameters.

Adjusting Force Margins

Procedure for adjusting the safety obstruction force margins.

Setting Limits via Transmitter

Using the transmitter to set the door's open and close travel limits.

Setting the PET mode position

Configuring a preset position for pet or parcel access under the door.

Setting up Tilt Door

Setting up the opener for tilt door profiles and customising speed.

B&D PanelMax SDO-8 Specifications

General

Model Number	SDO-8
Drive Type	Chain Drive
Door Type	Sectional
Product Name	PanelMax
Type	Sectional Garage Door Opener
Maximum Door Height	2.4m