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Chamberlain Whisper Drive LW3500 User Manual

Chamberlain Whisper Drive LW3500
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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
Repair Parts .......................... 41-42
1/2 hp Belt 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 left panel of your garage
door opener.
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Write down the following information
for future reference:
.
.
LW3500
®
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Chamberlain Whisper Drive LW3500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Horsepower1/2 HP
Max Door Weight350 lbs
Battery BackupNo
Noise LevelUltra-Quiet
Voltage120V
Drive SystemBelt Drive
Speed7 inches per second
Safety FeaturesSafety Sensors
Motor TypeAC
SecurityRolling Code
Remote Controls Included2

Summary

Preparation

Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review

Review of safety symbols, signal words, and potential hazards.

Check the Door

Procedures to ensure the garage door is balanced and operates smoothly.

Additional Items You May Need

List of optional items required for specific garage door types.

Tools Needed

Visual guide to tools required for installation.

Carton Inventory

Lists all parts included in the opener package.

Hardware

Detailed listing of hardware components for assembly and installation.

Assembly

STEP 1 Assemble the rail and install the trolley

Instructions for assembling the opener rail and installing the trolley.

STEP 2 Fasten the rail to the motor unit

Steps to securely attach the garage door opener rail to the motor unit.

STEP 3 Install the idler pulley

Guidance on installing the idler pulley and preparing the rail tab.

STEP 4 Install the belt

Instructions for routing and connecting the drive belt to the trolley and sprocket.

STEP 5 Tighten the belt

Procedure for setting the correct belt tension using the trolley nut.

STEP 6 Install the sprocket cover

How to install the protective cover over the drive sprocket.

Installation

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Critical safety warnings and general guidelines before starting installation.

STEP 1 Determine the header bracket location

How to locate and mark the correct position for the header bracket.

STEP 2 Install the header bracket

Detailed steps for mounting the header bracket to the wall or ceiling.

STEP 3 Attach the rail to the header bracket

Connecting the opener rail assembly to the installed header bracket.

STEP 4 Position the garage door opener

Placing the opener unit correctly relative to the door and rail.

STEP 5 Hang the garage door opener

Securing the garage door opener unit to the ceiling or wall supports.

STEP 6 Install the light bulbs

Instructions for installing the opener's light bulbs and lenses.

STEP 7 Attach the emergency release rope and handle

Installing the manual release mechanism for safety.

STEP 8 Install the door bracket

Mounting the bracket to the garage door for arm attachment.

STEP 9 Connect the door arm to the trolley

Attaching the door arm to the trolley for sectional doors.

STEP 10 Install the door control

Mounting and wiring the wall-mounted door control panel.

STEP 11 Wire the door control to the garage door opener

Connecting the door control wires to the opener unit.

STEP 12 Attach the warning labels

Placing essential safety and warning labels in appropriate locations.

STEP 13 Install the Protector System®

Installing the safety reversing sensors for obstruction detection.

STEP 14 Wire the Safety Reversing Sensors

Connecting the safety reversing sensor wires to the opener.

STEP 15 Connect power

Instructions for connecting the opener to electrical power safely.

STEP 16 Aligning the safety reversing sensors

Critical steps for aligning the safety reversing sensors for proper function.

Adjustments

STEP 1 Adjust the UP and DOWN Travel Limits

Setting the open and close travel limits for the garage door.

STEP 2 Adjust the Force

Adjusting the force required to open and close the garage door.

STEP 3 Test the Safety Reversal System

Testing the safety reversal system's functionality with an obstruction.

STEP 4 Test the Protector System®

Verifying the proper operation of the safety reversing sensors.

Operation

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Comprehensive safety guidelines for operating the garage door opener.

Using your Garage Door Opener

Basic operation of the opener with remote controls and wall button.

Using the Wall-Mounted Door Control

Features and operation of the multi-function door control.

To Open the Door Manually

Procedure to manually disconnect and operate the garage door from the opener.

Care of Your Opener

Maintenance schedule including limit/force adjustments and lubrication.

Having a Problem?

Troubleshooting common issues with the garage door opener.

Diagnostic Chart

Interpreting diagnostic LED flashes to identify opener issues.

Programming

Instructions for programming remote controls and keyless entry systems.

The Remote Control Battery

Information on replacing the battery in the remote control.

Accessories

Warranty

Repair Parts

Rail Assembly Parts

Part numbers for components of the rail assembly.

Installation Parts

Part numbers for components used during installation.

Garage Door Opener Parts

Part numbers for the main garage door opener unit components.

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