Chamberlain POWER DRIVE PD300

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The Chamberlain Group, Inc.

845 Larch Avenue

Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196

www.chamberlain.com

CONTENTS

Preparation .............................. 1-4

Assembly ................................. 5-9

Installation ............................ 10-19

Install the Door Control ............. 20-21

Install the Protector System

...... 22-25

Power .................................. 26-27

Adjustments .......................... 28-30

Operation.................................. 31

Using Your Garage Door Opener ...... 32

Using the Wall-Mounted

Door Control .............................. 32

To Open the Door Manual .............. 33

Care of Your Opener ..................... 33

Having a Problem? ...................... 34

Diagnostic Chart ......................... 35

Programming ......................... 36-37

The Remote Control Battery ............ 38

Accessories ............................... 39

Warranty .............................. 40-41

Repair Parts .......................... 42-43

1/2 hp Chain Drive

Garage Door Opener

■ 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 garage door opener are required to ensure safe

operation.

■ The model number label is located on the front panel of your garage

door opener.

FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

Write down the following information

for future reference:

PD210 • PD212D •

PD300 • LW2000 •

HD200D • 248730

PD610D • PD612D •

HD400D • LW3000

There are two types of garage door openers pictured.

Yours may appear slightly different.

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This document is a comprehensive manual for the Chamberlain Power Drive 1/2 hp Chain Drive Garage Door Opener, designed for residential use. It covers installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for various models including PD210, PD212D, PD300, LW2000, HD200D, 248730, PD610D, PD612D, HD400D, and LW3000. The manual emphasizes safety throughout, with numerous warnings and cautions regarding mechanical and electrical hazards, proper installation techniques, and safe operation practices.

Function Description:

The Chamberlain Power Drive Garage Door Opener is an electromechanical device designed to automate the opening and closing of residential garage doors. It utilizes a chain drive system to move the garage door along a rail. The opener is equipped with a Security+® rolling code technology for enhanced security, generating over 100 billion new codes with each use to prevent unauthorized access. It can be operated using hand-held remote controls, a wall-mounted door control, or an optional Keyless Entry System. A key safety feature is The Protector System®, which uses safety reversing sensors to detect obstructions in the door's path, preventing serious injury or damage. The opener also includes a security light feature that illuminates the garage when activated or when the sensor beam is interrupted.

Important Technical Specifications:

Drive Type: 1/2 hp Chain Drive.
Power Requirement: 120 V, 60 Hz.
Light Bulb: Maximum 100 watts, A19 size, standard neck incandescent bulb. Short neck, specialty, or halogen bulbs are not recommended due to overheating risks.
Safety Reversing Sensors: Must be installed no higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above the garage floor. They transmit an invisible light beam; if obstructed during closing, the door will reverse to the full open position, and the opener lights will flash 10 times.
Emergency Release: A rope and handle system allows manual disconnection of the trolley from the door, enabling manual operation during power outages or emergencies. The handle should be mounted at least 6 feet (1.83 m) above the floor.
Travel Limits: Adjustable settings regulate the door's stop points for opening and closing. One full turn of the adjustment screw equals 2 inches (5 cm) of trolley travel.
Force Adjustments: Controls located on the back panel of the motor unit regulate the power required to open and close the door. The maximum adjustment range is approximately 3/4 of a complete turn.
Remote Control Battery: 3V2032 coin batteries, with an expected life of up to 5 years.
Security+® Technology: Utilizes rolling code technology for secure operation with up to eight remote controls and one Keyless Entry System.
Rail Extension Kits: Available for garage doors taller than 7 feet (2.13 m) (8-foot extension, Model 7708CB) or 10 feet (3 m) (10-foot extension, Model 7710CB).
Door Reinforcement: Required for lightweight steel, aluminum, fiberglass, or glass panel doors.

Usage Features:

Multiple Control Options: Operable via hand-held remote controls, wall-mounted door control (button or multi-function), and optional Keyless Entry System.
One-Touch Operation: Pressing the push button on any control will open a closed door, close an open door, or stop the door while in motion. If closing, pressing again will reverse the door.
Security Light Feature: Lights turn on when the opener is activated, power is restored, or the safety reversing sensor beam is interrupted. They automatically turn off after 4-1/2 minutes, with adjustable intervals (1-1/2, 2-1/2, 3-1/2, or 4-1/2 minutes) on multi-function door controls.
Security+® Light Feature: On multi-function door controls, lights can also turn on when someone walks through the open garage door. This feature can be toggled on/off.
Lock Feature (Multi-Function Door Control): Prevents operation from hand-held remote controls while allowing operation from the wall control, outside keylock, or keyless entry. Activated/deactivated by holding the Lock button for 2 seconds.
Temporary PIN (Keyless Entry): Allows authorization of temporary access for visitors or service personnel for a specified number of hours or accesses.
One Button Close (Keyless Entry): Allows closing the door by pressing only the ENTER button. This feature is factory-activated and can be toggled on/off.
Manual Operation: The emergency release handle allows disconnection of the door from the opener for manual opening and closing, particularly useful during power outages.

Maintenance Features:

Monthly Maintenance Schedule:
- Manually operate the door to check for balance or binding; call a technician if issues are found.
- Verify the door opens and closes fully; adjust limits and/or force if necessary.
- Perform the safety reversal test; make adjustments as needed.
Bi-Annual Maintenance Schedule:
- Check chain tension; disconnect the trolley first and adjust if necessary.
Annual Maintenance Schedule:
- Oil door rollers, bearings, and hinges. The opener itself does not require additional lubrication.
- Do not grease the door tracks.
Diagnostic Chart: The opener is equipped with self-diagnostic capabilities. The "Learn" button/diagnostic LED will flash a number of times to indicate potential issues, which can be referenced in the diagnostic chart for troubleshooting (e.g., sensor wire open, sensor wire shorted, door control wire shorted, misaligned sensors, motor overheated, motor circuit failure).
Remote Control Battery Replacement: Instructions provided for replacing the 3V2032 coin battery.
Troubleshooting: The manual includes detailed steps for addressing common problems such as the door not closing, remotes not activating, door reversing unexpectedly, lights not turning off, and motor hums briefly.
Warranty Information: Detailed warranty information is provided, including 1-year limited warranty for the product and varying motor warranties (6 years for some models, lifetime for others, and 10 years for others). It specifies conditions that void the warranty and what is not covered (e.g., non-defect damage, improper installation, labor charges, batteries, light bulbs, door hardware issues, interference).