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Craftsman 139.18860 User Manual

Craftsman 139.18860
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Garage Door Opener
Models
139.18815 - 1/2 HP
139.18855 - 1/2 HP
139.18859 - 1/2 HP
139.18860 - 1/2 HP
For Residential Use Only
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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 Safety Reversing System is connected
and properly aligned.
Periodic checks and adjustment of the opener are required to ensure safe
operation.
The model number label is located under the light lens on the left side of your
opener.

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 139.18860 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model139.18860
CategoryGarage Door Opener
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Owner's Manual and Introduction

Initial Safety and Operation Notes

Crucial introductory notes and safety precautions for safe operation.

Safety Alert Symbols

Understanding Safety Symbols

Explains the meaning of safety symbols used throughout the manual for hazard awareness.

Tools and Preparation

Required Tools

Lists all necessary hand tools for the installation and assembly process.

Door Balance and Safety Checks

Essential pre-installation checks to ensure door balance and disable safety hazards.

Door Type Installation Considerations

Sectional Door Installation Considerations

Outlines specific conditions and requirements for installing on sectional garage doors.

One-Piece Door Installation Considerations

Details specific conditions and requirements for installing on one-piece garage doors.

Opener Carton Inventory

Identifying Opener Components

Illustrates and lists all parts found within the opener packaging for verification.

Hardware Kits

Rail Assembly Hardware

Lists and describes the hardware components for assembling the opener rail.

Installation Hardware

Lists and describes the hardware components for the overall installation process.

Safety Reversing Sensor Hardware

Lists and describes the hardware components specifically for the safety reversing sensor.

Assembly Section

Assemble T-rail and Pulley Bracket

Guides on assembling the T-rail sections and attaching the cable pulley bracket.

Install Trolley and Fasten T-rail

Instructions for installing the trolley onto the T-rail and securing the rail to the opener.

Install Chain and Sprocket Cover

Details on installing the chain and attaching the protective sprocket cover.

Tighten Chain and Cable

Instructions for properly tightening the chain and cable for optimal operation.

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

General Installation Warnings

Critical safety directives for a secure and safe garage door opener installation.

Installation Section

Determine Header Bracket Location

Guides on finding the correct position for the header bracket above the garage door.

Install the Header Bracket

Instructions for securely mounting the header bracket to the wall or ceiling.

Attach T-rail to Header Bracket

Details on connecting the opener's T-rail to the installed header bracket.

Position and Hang the Opener

Guidance on correctly positioning and securely hanging the opener unit.

Install Wall Control

Steps for mounting and wiring the deluxe lighted console wall control unit.

Install Lights and Release Rope

Procedures for installing lights, lenses, and the emergency release rope.

Electrical Requirements

Essential electrical safety information and wiring guidelines for the opener.

Safety Reversing Sensor Installation

Sensor Mounting and Alignment

Instructions for mounting and aligning the safety reversing sensor units.

Connecting Sensor Wires

Procedures for wiring the safety reversing sensors to the opener unit.

Door Bracket and Arm Connection

Fasten Door Bracket

Steps for securely attaching the door bracket to sectional or one-piece garage doors.

Connect Door Arm to Trolley

Guidance on connecting the garage door arm to the opener's trolley mechanism.

Adjustment Section

Adjust UP and DOWN Limits

Procedures for setting the door's open and close travel limits.

Adjust Force Settings

How to adjust the force required for opening and closing the garage door.

Test Safety Systems

Verifying the correct function of the safety reversing sensor and reverse system.

Operation of Your Opener

Using Transmitters and Wall Control

Instructions on activating the opener using various control devices.

Understanding Lockout and Light Features

Explains how to use the lock feature and control the opener's light.

Receiver and Transmitter Programming

Adding and Erasing Transmitter Codes

Steps to program new transmitters and erase existing learned codes.

Having a Problem?

Troubleshooting Opener Issues

Guides users through common issues and their probable causes and solutions.

Repair Parts

Rail Assembly Parts

Identifies and lists replacement parts for the opener's rail assembly.

Installation Parts

Identifies and lists replacement parts for the opener's installation components.

Opener Assembly Parts

Identifies and lists replacement parts for the main opener unit assembly.

Accessories

Available Opener Accessories

Lists and describes optional accessories that can enhance opener functionality.

Service and Warranty Information

Repair Parts Contact Information

Provides contact information for ordering repair parts and service calls.

Maintenance Agreements and Warranty

Details Sears warranty coverage and available maintenance agreement plans.

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