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Garage Door Opener
For Residential Use Only
(Model Series 1200)
Model 1260 - 1/2HP
Model 1245 - 1/3HP
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.
The Chamberlain Group, Inc.
A DUCHOSSOIS ENTERPRISE
845 Larch Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126
Complies with UL 325
Regulations effective
January 1, 1993.
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Table of Contents

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Link 1245 - 1/3HP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLink
Model1245 - 1/3HP
CategoryGarage Door Opener
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Tools and Initial Checks

Required Tools for Installation

Lists essential hand tools for opener installation.

Garage Door Balance Test Procedure

Verifies door balance and identifies binding issues before opener installation.

Installation Preparations

Sectional Door Installation Guide

Visual overview and considerations for sectional garage door installation.

One-Piece Door Installation Guide

Visual overview and considerations for one-piece garage door installation.

Inventory and Hardware Identification

Carton Contents Overview

Lists all parts included in the garage door opener package.

Installation Hardware List

Specific hardware required for mounting and assembly of the opener.

Opener Assembly

Attach T-rail to Opener

Connects the opener rail assembly to the main unit.

Install Sprocket Cover

Secures the chain sprocket cover for safety and proper operation.

Critical Installation Safety Instructions

Header Bracket Installation

Determine Header Bracket Location

Guidance on finding the optimal header bracket mounting spot on the wall or ceiling.

One-Piece Door Installation Details

Install Door Bracket (No Track)

Steps for installing the door bracket on one-piece doors without a track.

Mounting the Header Bracket

Wall Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for securely mounting the header bracket on a wall.

Ceiling Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for securely mounting the header bracket on a ceiling.

Connect Rail to Header Bracket

Positioning the Opener Unit

Opener Placement for Sectional Doors

Correctly placing the opener unit for sectional garage doors.

Opener Placement for One-Piece Doors

Correctly placing the opener unit for one-piece garage doors.

Hang and Secure the Opener

Opener Mounting Procedures

Instructions for safely hanging and securing the main opener assembly.

Install the Door Control

Wiring and Mounting the Control Panel

Connecting and installing the wall-mounted door control unit and its components.

Install Lights and Manual Release

Install Opener Lights and Lenses

Installing the opener's internal light bulbs and protective lenses.

Attach Manual Release Handle

Connecting the emergency manual release rope and handle to the opener.

Electrical Setup and Requirements

Electrical Connection Safety

Ensuring proper electrical connection, grounding, and outlet compatibility.

The Protector System

Safety Reversing Sensor Installation Guide

Information and instructions for installing the mandatory safety reversing sensor.

Install Safety Reversing Sensors

Sensor Mounting and Wiring Procedures

Attaching and wiring the safety reversing sensors to the garage door system.

Aligning Safety Sensors

Sensor Alignment and Troubleshooting

Fine-tuning sensor alignment and resolving common sensor-related issues.

Fasten Door Bracket

Sectional Door Bracket Installation

Steps for attaching the door bracket to sectional garage doors.

One-Piece Door Bracket Installation

Mounting the Door Bracket

Securing the door bracket to one-piece garage doors.

Connect Door Arm to Trolley

Sectional Door Arm Assembly

Connecting the door arm to the opener trolley for sectional doors.

One-Piece Door Assembly and Adjustment

Assemble the Door Arm

Connecting the straight and curved door arm sections for one-piece doors.

Adjust Travel Limits for One-Piece Doors

Setting the open and close limits for one-piece garage doors.

Adjust Travel Limits

Setting Open and Close Limits

Procedures for adjusting the door's travel endpoints for proper operation.

Adjust Force Settings

Setting Door Open and Close Force

Adjusting the force applied by the opener for opening and closing the door.

Test System Safety Features

Test Protector System Functionality

Verifying the functionality of the safety reversing sensor.

Test Safety Reverse System

Performing the obstruction reversal test for safety.

General Safety and Maintenance

Important Safety Instructions Overview

Essential safety guidelines for operating and maintaining the garage door opener.

Opener Maintenance Schedule

Recommended routine maintenance tasks and their frequency for opener longevity.

Operation of the Garage Door Opener

Using Door Controls and Features

How to operate the opener using wall controls and its features like Lock and Light.

Receiver and Remote Control Setup

Programming Remotes and Keyless Entry

Adding or erasing remote controls and programming keyless entry systems.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Opener Not Responding

Solutions for common problems like no power, no response from controls, or short range.

Troubleshooting Advanced Issues

Door Reversal and Strain Problems

Resolving issues related to door reversal, strain, motor hum, and power failure.

Repair Parts Identification

Rail and Installation Parts

Identifying replacement parts for the opener rail and installation components.

Repair Parts Identification

Opener Assembly Parts

Identifying replacement parts for the main opener unit and its internal components.

Available Accessories

Service and Warranty Information

Ordering Repair Parts

Procedure for ordering replacement parts for the garage door opener.

Limited Warranty Details

Information regarding the product's limited warranty coverage and claims process.

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