SkyLink EQ SERIES User Manual

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Garage Door Opener
EQ SERIES
DC Motor Chain Drive
Owner’s Manual
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This Equipment meets or exceeds all Federal, State and UL325 Safety Requirements.
Please read this manual and enclosed safety materials carefully!
Safety Infrared Sensor MUST BE INSTALLED and aligned properly
Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation

SkyLink EQ SERIES Specifications

General

Type	Garage Door Opener
Operating Frequency	315 MHz
Security	Rolling code technology
Horsepower	0.5 HP
Safety Features	safety sensors
Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Included Accessories	Remote control(s), wall control panel, safety sensors
Remote Controls Included	2
Drive Type	Chain Drive

Summary

INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Crucial safety guidelines for installation and operation.

PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Steps to verify door condition before opener installation.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLE THE T-RAIL

Connect T-Rail Sections

Joining the multiple rail segments together securely.

Attach Pulley Bracket

Securing the pulley assembly to the front end of the rail.

Install Trolley

Inserting the trolley into the assembled T-rail.

ASSEMBLE THE T-RAIL

Attach T-Rail to Opener

Connecting the assembled rail to the motor unit.

Prepare and Align Chain

Laying out, wrapping, and aligning the chain on the sprocket.

Place Cable on Pulley

Routing the cable around the pulley at the rail end.

ASSEMBLE THE T-RAIL

Tighten Chain and Cable

Adjusting the turnbuckle to achieve proper chain tension.

Attach Sprocket Cover

Securing the protective cover over the sprocket mechanism.

INSTALL THE HEADER BRACKET

Mark Door Centerline

Identifying the vertical center of the garage door on the wall.

Mark Highest Travel Point

Locating the bracket mounting spot above the door's highest travel point.

Attach 2X4 Support

Installing a wooden support if the header bracket cannot be directly mounted.

INSTALL THE HEADER BRACKET

Attach Header Bracket

Mounting the header bracket to the marked location.

Position Opener

Placing the motor unit on the floor with packaging as a base.

Connect T-Rail to Bracket

Joining the rail assembly to the header bracket.

HANG THE OPENER

Position Opener and T-Rail

Placing the opener and rail assembly correctly before hanging.

Attach Hanging Brackets

Securing the brackets that will support the opener.

Attach Opener to Brackets

Fastening the opener unit to the installed hanging brackets.

INSTALL THE DOOR BRACKET

Mount Door Bracket

Securing the bracket to the top of the garage door.

INSTALL THE DOOR ARMS

Attach Emergency Release Rope

Threading and tying the rope for manual release.

Connect Door Arm to Bracket

Attaching the curved arm to the door bracket.

Connect Door Arm to Trolley

Connecting the straight arm to the trolley mechanism.

INSTALL THE DOOR ARMS

Connect Door Arms Together

Joining the two door arm sections for rigidity.

INSTALL THE WALL BUTTON

Mount Wall Button and Wiring

Locating, wiring, and physically installing the wall control.

INSTALL THE WALL BUTTON

Route and Secure Wires

Running the wall button wires to the opener unit.

Connect Wires to Opener

Attaching the control wires to the opener's terminal block.

INSTALL THE LIGHT BULB

CONNECT THE OPENER TO POWER

Connect AC Power

Plugging the opener into a grounded electrical outlet.

Permanent Wiring Setup

Procedures for hardwiring the opener to the electrical system.

CONNECT THE OPENER TO POWER

Hardwire Opener Connection

Connecting the electrical conduit to the opener.

INSTALL SAFETY BEAM SENSOR

Identify Sensor Components

Distinguishing between the transmitter and receiver units.

INSTALL SAFETY BEAM SENSOR

Mount Sensors on Track

Securing sensor brackets to the garage door track.

Mount Sensors on Wall/Floor (Optional)

Alternative mounting methods for sensors using blocks.

Route and Secure Sensor Wires

Running and fastening the wiring for the safety sensors.

Connect Sensor Wires to Opener

Linking the safety sensor wires to the opener's terminals.

INSTALL SAFETY BEAM SENSOR

Check Safety Beam LED

Verifying the status of the indicator LEDs on the sensors.

Align Safety Beam Sensor

Adjusting sensor position for proper beam alignment.

Test Sensor Obstruction

Confirming the system reacts correctly when the beam is blocked.

ADJUSTMENTS

Set Up and Down Travel Limits

Programming the fully open and closed positions for the door.

Adjust Opening/Closing Force

Setting the force automatically for efficient door operation.

ADJUSTMENTS

Test Safety Reversal System

Verifying the door reverses upon contact with an obstruction.

Test Safety Beam System

Confirming the safety beam sensor functions correctly.

OPERATION

Operation Safety Instructions

Key safety directives to follow during door operation.

Operate Garage Door

Using the wall button or remote to open/close the door.

Opener Light Function

How the opener's built-in light operates and its features.

OPERATION

Remote Control Operation

Using the remote transmitter to control the opener.

Remote Battery Replacement

Procedures for changing the battery in the remote control.

Wall Button Operation

Using the wall console and its additional features like light and lock.

OPERATION

Manual Door Operation

Disengaging the opener to move the door manually.

PROGRAMMING

Program Remote Controls

Adding new remote transmitters to the opener system.

Erase Remote Controls

Removing all programmed remote transmitters from the opener.

MAINTENANCE

Monthly Maintenance Checks

Routine checks for door balance, limits, and safety systems.

Six-Month Maintenance

Periodic checks for chain tension and adjustment.

Annual Maintenance

Lubrication of moving parts like rollers and hinges.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

TROUBLE SHOOTING

ACCESSORIES

FCC COMPLIANCE

LIMITED WARRANTY