Chamberlain AccessMaster M8856 - Attach the Emergency Release Rope and Handle

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Installation
6 Install the Light Bulbs
To preventpossible OVERHEATING ofthe endpanel or lightsocket:
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DO NOT use short neck or specialty light bulbs.
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DO NOT use halogen bulbs. Use ONLY incandescent.
To preventdamage to the opener:
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DO NOT use bulbs larger than 75W.
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ONLY use A19 size bulbs.
INSTALL THE LIGHT
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Install a 75 watt maximum lightbulb in the socket. Light bulb size should be A19, standard
neckonly. The light will turn ONand remain litfor approximately 4-1/2 minuteswhen power is
connected.Then the lightwill turn OFF.
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Use A19 standard neck garage door opener bulbsfor replacement.
INSTALL THE LENS
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Locate and loosen (approximately 1/8" [3 mm]) the two screwsnear top of opener front panel.
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Position lensagainstpanel with slotted tabs directlybelow screws.Slide lens up to seat tabs
behind screws.
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Snap bottom tabs of lens into panel slots.
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Retighten top panel screws to secure lens.
Lens Tab
75 Watt Max. Light Bulb
Lens Slot
Panel
Screw
Light
Lens
7 Attach the Emergency Release Rope and Handle
To preventpossible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATHfrom a falling garage door:
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If possible,use emergency release handle to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is
CLOSED. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced door could resultin an open door falling
rapidly and/or unexpectedly.
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NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is clear of persons and
obstructions.
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NEVER use handle to pull door open or closed.If rope knot becomes untied, you could fall.
1. Insert one end of the emergency release rope through the handle. Make sure that “NOTICE” is
rightside up.Tie a knot atleast1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end of the emergencyrelease rope.
2. Insert the other end of the emergency release rope through the hole in the trolley release arm.
Mount the emergencyrelease within reach, but atleast 6 feet(1.83 m) above the floor,
avoiding contact with vehicles to preventaccidental release and secure with a knot.
NOTE: If it is necessary to cut the emergency release rope, seal the cut end with a match or lighter to
prevent unraveling. Ensure the emergency release rope and handle are above the top of all vehicles to
avoid entanglement.
Trolley
Release Arm