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Chamberlain GARAGE DOOR OPENER CG40D 1/2 HP User Manual

Chamberlain GARAGE DOOR OPENER CG40D 1/2 HP
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The Chamberlain Group, Inc.
845 Larch Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196
www.chamberlain.com
GARAGE DOOR OPENER
Model CG40D 1/2 HP
For Residential Use Only
Owner’s Manual
Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully!
Fasten the manual near the garage door after installation.
The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless The Protector System
®
is connected and properly
aligned.
Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation.
The model number label is located on the front panel of your opener.

Questions and Answers:

Chamberlain GARAGE DOOR OPENER CG40D 1/2 HP Specifications

General IconGeneral
Horsepower1/2 HP
Drive TypeChain Drive
Remote ControlYes
Battery BackupNo
Security+ 2.0Yes
Max Door Height7 feet
Safety Featuresphotoelectric sensors
Warranty1-year

Summary

Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review

Preparing Your Garage Door

Tools Needed

Lists the hand tools required for assembly and installation.

Planning

Sectional Door Installations

Specific planning considerations for sectional garage doors.

One-Piece Door Installations

Carton Inventory

Hardware Inventory

Assembly Hardware

Details the hardware components used for assembling the opener.

Installation Hardware

Details the hardware components used for installing the opener.

Assembly Step 1: Assemble the Rail & Install the Trolley

Assembly Step 2: Fasten the Rail to the Motor Unit

Assembly Step 3: Install the Idler Pulley

Assembly Step 4: Install the Chain/Cable

Assembly Step 5: Tighten the Chain

Important Installation Instructions

Installation Step 1: Determine the Header Bracket Location

Installation Step 2: Install the Header Bracket

Installation Step 3: Attach the Rail to the Header Bracket

Installation Step 4: Position the Opener

Installation Step 5: Hang the Opener

Installation Step 6: Install the Door Control

Installation Step 7: Install the Light and Lens

Installation Step 8: Attach the Emergency Release Rope and Handle

Installation Step 9: Electrical Requirements

Installation Step 10: Install The Protector System®

Installing the Brackets

Details on mounting the sensor brackets for various door types.

Mounting and Wiring the Safety Reversing Sensors

Guides on physically mounting and wiring the safety sensors.

Aligning the Safety Reversing Sensors

How to properly align the safety sensors for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting the Safety Reversing Sensors

Solutions for common issues with the safety reversing sensors.

Installation Step 11: Fasten the Door Bracket

One-Piece Doors

Specific instructions for fastening the door bracket on one-piece doors.

Installation Step 12: Connect Door Arm to Trolley

Sectional Doors Only

Specific connection steps for sectional garage doors.

All One-Piece Doors

Specific connection steps for one-piece garage doors.

Adjustment Step 1: Adjust the UP and DOWN Travel Limits

Adjustment Step 2: Adjust the Force

Adjustment Step 3: Test the Safety Reversal System

Adjustment Step 4: Test The Protector System®

Operation

Important Safety Instructions

Critical safety guidelines for operating the opener.

Using Your Garage Door Opener

How to activate the opener using various controls.

Using the Wall-Mounted Door Control

Specific instructions for the wall-mounted control panel.

To Open the Door Manually

Procedures for manually opening or closing the garage door.

Care of Your Opener

Limit and Force Adjustments

Routine adjustments for travel limits and force settings.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended schedule for opener maintenance tasks.

Remote Control Battery

Instructions for replacing the battery in the remote control.

Having a Problem?

Troubleshooting Common Issues

A guide to diagnosing and resolving typical opener malfunctions.

Diagnostic Chart

Programming

To Add or Reprogram a Hand-held Remote Control

Steps to pair a remote control with the opener.

To Erase All Codes From Motor Unit Memory

How to clear all learned remote and keypad codes.

3-Button Remotes

Information on programming additional buttons on 3-button remotes.

To Add, Reprogram or Change a Keyless Entry PIN

Instructions for setting up or modifying the keyless entry keypad.

To change an existing, known PIN

Procedure for changing a previously set PIN.

To set a temporary PIN

How to create a temporary PIN for visitors or service personnel.

Repair Parts

Rail Assembly Parts

Illustrated list of parts for the opener's rail system.

Installation Parts

Illustrated list of various installation components.

Motor Unit Assembly Parts

Accessories

Chamberlain® Service is On Call

How to Order Repair Parts

Chamberlain Garage Door Opener One-Year Limited Warranty

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