Guardian CORE SERIES User Manual

Owner’s Manual
 Please read and understand this manual and safety instructions carefully before installation.
 The Opener WILL NOT CLOSE until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly installed and aligned.
 REGULARLY CHECK and TEST the Opener according to the safety label to ENSURE SAFE OPERATION.
 Retain this manual for future reference.
Serial # __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Date Installed __ __ /__ __ /__ __ __ __
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury to persons - Use this operator only with Residential Sectional Garage doors.
Located on the label on top of your opener.
The illustrations used in this instruction manual may differ from the actual product you have purchased.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury to persons - Use this
operator only with Residential Sectional Garage
doors.
Owner’s Manual
• Please read and understand this manual and safety instructions carefully before installation.
• The Opener WILL NOT CLOSE until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly installed and aligned.
• REGULARLY CHECK and TEST the Opener according to the safety label to ENSURE SAFE OPERATION.
• Retain this manual for future reference.
Serial # __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Date Installed __ __ /__ __ /__ __ __ __
Located on label on the top of your opener.
R
EV 0322
GDOMU010A-1
MODEL 415-3T
CORE SERIES 1/2HP
TWO CARTONS REQUIERED
Model 415-3T-Powerhead
Model G3TKIT-Rail Kit

Guardian CORE SERIES Specifications

General

Voltage	120V AC
Security	Rolling Code Technology
Drive Type	Chain
Motor Power	1/2 HP
Remote Controls	2
Warranty	5 Years on Parts

Summary

Garage Door Opener Safety Guidelines

Key Installation Safety Precautions

Key safety precautions to follow before and during opener installation.

Essential Operation Safety Rules

Essential safety rules for operating the garage door opener.

Assembling the Garage Door Opener Rail

Attaching Rail Segments and Header Bracket

Installing and Tensioning the Drive Chain

Routing and Connecting the Drive Chain

Adjusting Drive Chain Tension

Mounting the Header Bracket

Securing Header Bracket to Wall

Ceiling Mounting Header Bracket

Connecting Rail and Door Brackets

Securing Opener Rail to Header Bracket

Installing the Door Bracket

Mounting the Opener Unit to Ceiling

Opener Ceiling Mounting Methods

Connecting the Door Opener Arms

Attaching Door Arms to Opener and Door

Emergency Release Handle Installation

Securing Emergency Release Rope

Wiring the Garage Door Opener System

Opener Terminal Wire Connection Guide

Procedure for connecting accessory wires using the opener's terminals.

Photo Eye Safety System Installation

Mounting Photo Eyes on Walls

Steps for mounting photo eyes on the garage door frame.

Floor Mounting Photo Eyes

Installing the Wired Push Button

Connecting Power to the Opener

Standard Opener Power Connection

How to plug the opener into a grounded outlet.

Permanent Wiring for Opener Power

Aligning the Photo Eye Safety System

Visual indicators and steps for aligning the photo eye sensors.

Adjusting Door Travel Limits

Setting the Open Travel Limit

Setting the Close Travel Limit

Adjusting Opener Force Settings

Opener Force Adjustment Guidelines

How force adjustments compensate for resistance and ensure safety.

Adjusting Close Force Setting

Adjusting the force required for the door to close.

Adjusting Open Force Setting

Adjusting the force required for the door to open.

Final Adjustments and System Testing

Safety Reverse System Test Procedure

Procedure to test the door's automatic reversal upon obstruction.

Photo Eye System Test Procedure

Procedure to test the photo eye system's obstruction detection.

Programming Remote Controls and Keypads

Operating the Garage Door Opener

Using Opener Controls

Understanding Opener Operation Modes

Opener Status and Manual Operation

Manual Door Disconnect and Reconnect

How to disconnect and reconnect the door for manual use.

Garage Door Opener Maintenance

Troubleshooting Opener Problems

Solutions for common problems like non-closing or unresponsiveness.