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General| Brand | Trac-Rite |
|---|---|
| Model | 944 |
| Category | Garage Door Opener |
| Language | English |
Definitions of WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE terms used in the manual for safety emphasis.
Check door and hardware for damage or shortages against packing list upon receipt.
Clean work area, remove debris, and protect surfaces before starting installation.
Verify framed opening dimensions, jamb plumbness, floor levelness, and necessary clearances.
Place guides on floor, attach brackets, and ensure alignment and flushness with mounting surface.
Lay the door nest between guides, orienting it correctly for installation.
Attach door bracket to axle using washer and cotter pin, securing it properly.
Lift door assembly into position and temporarily clamp it to the jambs.
Secure door brackets to steel, wood, or masonry jambs with appropriate fasteners.
Use chart to find correct nest rotations for door tension based on size.
Rotate nest to add tension; hold door tightly to prevent unwinding.
Carefully guide the door curtain into guides and pull down to waist level.
Install keepers at the bottom edge of the door using carriage bolts and nuts.
Position and fasten door stops to brackets using track bolts and nuts.
Adjust guides for 1/8" to 1/4" side-to-side play for smooth operation.
Secure guides to jambs using Tek screws for metal, lag bolts for wood, or clips/anchors for masonry.
Tie knots in the pull rope and secure it through the bottom edge of the door.
Fasten exterior handle(s) to the door bottom using carriage bolts and nuts.
Mount the guide warning label at eye level next to the door guide.
Install direct-drive chain hoists, considering clearance limitations.
Assemble and install the 4:1 chain hoist, aligning sprockets and securing components.
Route hand chain, shorten it, and install a chain keeper.
Ensure the door is balanced at waist level after adjusting spring tension.
Procedure for adding or removing spring tension using the winding bar and ratchet mechanism.
Attach draft stop to header, ensuring it follows curtain bow for a seal.
Fasten brush seal to jamb, positioning it to touch the inside of the curtain.
Install lock bar, screws, and lock cover, ensuring proper alignment of lock washers.
Monthly checks for guides, curtain, fasteners, and chain hoist integrity.
Lubricate guides, latch, chain hoist parts, and springs semiannually or more often in harsh environments.
Unpack and identify hood assembly, end mounts, and fasteners before installation.
Secure end mounts and attach the hood assembly to the header and end mounts.
