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- LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 1
compatible with myQ® and Security+ 2.0® accessories. •• Attach warning labels to the location indicated on label. SM Register your garage door opener to receive updates and offers from LiftMaster Take a photo of the camera icon including the points ( ). Send it in by texting the photo to 71403 (US - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 2
Numbers Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review This garage door opener has been designed and tested to offer safe service provided it is installed, operated, maintained and tested in strict accordance with the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. When you see these Safety Symbols - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 3
and right. If the movement is not corrected, the life of the garage door opener will be greatly reduced. Review or inspect proposed installation area. The door opener can be installed on the left or right side of door. Select the side that meets the requirements listed below. a. Must have minimum - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 4
signal: • Move your router closer to the garage door opener to minimize interference from walls and other objects • Buy a Wi-Fi range extender For compatible router specifications and help, visit www.LiftMaster.com/Customer-Support. See page 25 to connect the garage door opener to a mobile device. 4 - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 5
120 Vac - 60 Hz, ONLY Current 1.5 AMP LED Light Current (independently powered 0.2 AMPS Sectional Door Tools Needed During assembly, installation and adjustment of the garage door opener, instructions will call for hand tools as illustrated below. Stepladder Drill Tape Measure 5/32", 3/16 - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 6
If anything is missing, carefully check the packing material. Automatic Garage Door Lock Model 841LM with 2-Conductor White and White/Black Bell Wire with Connector NOTE: Older model 24V door locks are incompatible Mounting Bracket Garage Door Opener 2 Conductor Bell Wire White and White/Red - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 7
Assembly 1 Attach the Collar to the Garage Door Opener To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the garage door garage door opener until instructed to do so. The garage door opener can be installed on either side of the door (see Planning section page 3). The illustrations shown are for - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 8
connect garage door opener to power source until instructed to do so. 8. NEVER wear watches, rings or loose clothing while installing or servicing opener. They could be caught in garage door or opener mechanisms. 9. Install wall-mounted garage door control: • within sight of the garage door - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 9
If installing on a keyed torsion bar, DO NOT tighten the screws into the keyway. 8. Secure the mounting bracket to the wall and to the garage door opener. Use the 14‑10 x 2" screws to secure the mounting bracket to the wall. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: • Concrete anchors MUST be - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 10
• NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is clear of persons and obstructions. HARDWARE Handle Rope 3 Install the Automatic Door Lock The automatic door lock (model 841LM) is used to prevent the door from being manually opened once the door is fully closed, see Accessories page - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 11
. The cable tension monitor detects ANY slack that may occur in the cables and will reverse the door, eliminating service calls. HARDWARE Screw 14-10x2" (2) Screws #8-32x1" (2) (to garage door opener) Drum To insert or release wire, push in tab with screwdriver tip SIDE VIEW Drum Wall Cable - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 12
other adjacent walking surface, and away from ALL moving parts of door. Your garage door opener is compatible with up to 2 Smart Control Panels or 4 of any other Security+ 2.0 door controls. NOTE: Older LiftMaster door controls and third party products are not compatible. For gang box installations - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 13
Installation IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: • stare at the light while on a ladder. Your garage door opener remote light has already been programmed at the factory to operate with your opener. Any additional or replacement remote lights will need - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 14
light beam path must be unobstructed. No part of the garage door (door tracks, springs, hinges, rollers or other hardware) may interrupt the beam while the door is closing. Be sure power is NOT connected to the garage door opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. To prevent SERIOUS - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 15
to the opener is disconnected. Install and align the brackets so the safety reversing sensors will face each other across the garage door, with , as shown. If your door track will not support the bracket securely, wall installation is recommended. Door Track Safety Reversing Sensor Bracket OPTION - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 16
together. Twist the white/black wires together. 3. Insert the white wires into the white terminal on the garage door opener. Insert the white/black wires into the grey terminal on the garage door opener. To insert or remove the wires from the terminal, push in the tab with a screwdriver tip. WHT - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 17
a permanent connection through the 7/8 inch hole in the back of the garage door opener (according to local code): 1. Be sure power is NOT connected to the opener, and disconnect power to circuit. 2. Remove the garage door opener from the torsion bar, remove cover screws and set the cover aside - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 18
Sensor (invisible light beam) Receiving Sensor IF THE AMBER LED ON THE SENDING SENSOR IS NOT GLOWING: • Make sure there is power to the garage door opener. • Make sure the sensor wire is not shorted/broken. • Make sure the sensor has been wired correctly: white wires to white terminal and - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 19
does not have to be fully charged to operate the garage door opener. To reduce the risk of FIRE or INJURY to persons: • Disconnect ALL electric and battery power BEFORE performing ANY service or maintenance. • Use ONLY LiftMaster part #485LM for replacement battery. • DO NOT dispose of battery - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 20
light will flash 5 times. Ensure the cable tension monitor is correctly installed then follow the steps for Program the Travel. If the garage door opener lights are flashing 10 times during the steps for Program the Travel, the safety reversing sensors are misaligned or obstructed (refer to page - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 21
garage door. 2. Press the remote control push button to close the door. The door MUST reverse when it makes contact with the board. ADJUST If the door stops but does not reverse: 1. Review the installation instructions obstructed). If the garage door opener closes the door when the safety reversing - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 22
release handle. The door should then be able to be opened manually. 3. Return the door to the closed position. 4. Pull the emergency handle a second time. 5. Reconnect the door to the door opener. To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a falling garage door: • If possible, use - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 23
disconnect electric power to garage door opener BEFORE making ANY repairs or removing covers. 14. T his garage door opener system is equipped with an unattended operation feature. The door could move unexpectedly. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING DOOR. 15. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 23 - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 24
door is closed and the garage door opener is activated the door will open. If the door senses an obstruction or is interrupted while opening the door will stop. When the door is in any position other than closed and the garage door opener is activated the door will close. If the garage door opener - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 25
up an account and connect. For more information on connecting your garage door opener, visit Liftmaster.com/Customer-Support. Wi-Fi Status LED Blue Blue and Green Green Definition Off - Wi-Fi is not turned on. Blinking - Garage door opener is in Wi-Fi learn mode. Solid - Mobile device connected to - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 26
problem with the garage door opener the screen will display the Diagnostic Code. Refer to the Troubleshooting garage door opener system stays in good working condition. When the garage door opener needs to be serviced (approximately 4500 garage door opener cycles) the command (yellow) and service - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 27
Service menu. To program a remote control or keyless entry to the garage door opener using the door garage door opener lights, or a keyless entry. * The garage door opener must run through a complete cycle before it will activate Wi-Fi programming. For help related to Wi-Fi, visit WiFiHelp.LiftMaster - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 28
in step 2 until the garage door opener light flashes or two clicks are heard. 1 2 3 Visor Clip LEARN Button LEARN LED 4 "cli"cckl"ick" To program other types of remote controls or keyless entries see the instructions included with the device or visit LiftMaster.com/Customer-Support. 28 - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 29
codes are now erased. Reprogram any accessory you wish to use. ERASE THE WI-FI NETWORK FROM THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER 1. Press and hold the black adjustment button on the garage door opener until 3 beeps are heard (Approximately 6 seconds). ERASE A myQ ACCOUNT Go to myLiftMaster.com/Customer-Support - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 30
be purchased by the homeowner. All 2007 and Newer vehicles - Program the HomeLink according to the vehicle instructions. If after ONE attempt to program the HomeLink to the garage door opener and you are unsuccessful, install a repeater. HOW TO ORDER Order the HomeLink repeater kit from an installer - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 31
Maintenance Care of Your Garage Door Opener MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EVERY MONTH • Manually operate door. If it is unbalanced or binding, call a trained door systems technician. • Check to be sure door opens and closes fully. Adjust limits if necessary (see Adjustment Step 1). • Repeat the safety - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 32
Troubleshooting Diagnostic Chart Your garage door opener is programmed with self-diagnostic capabilities. The UP and DOWN arrows on the garage door opener flash the diagnostic codes. UP Button DOWN Button DIAGNOSTIC CODE SYMPTOM Up Arrow Down Arrow Flash(es) Flash(es) 1 1 The garage door opener - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 33
LiftMaster.com/Customer-Support). My remote control will not activate the garage door: • Verify the lock feature is not activated on the door control. • Reprogram the remote control. • If the remote control will still not activate the door check the diagnostic codes to ensure the garage door opener - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 34
Troubleshooting Additional Troubleshooting (Continued) The garage door opener won't operate due to power failure: • Manually open the power door lock. • Use the emergency release handle to disconnect the door. The door can be opened and closed manually. When power is restored, pull manual release a - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 35
(receiving 114A5228 and sending sensors) with 2-conductor bell wire attached 114A5075 DESCRIPTION Mounting bracket Safety reversing sensor brackets (2) Collar with set screws NOT SHOWN User's Guide Quick Start Guide 35 - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 36
Country Club Rd. Tucson, AZ 85706 For installation and service information call: 1-800-528-9131 Or visit us online at: LiftMaster.com Before calling, please have the model number of the garage door opener. If you are calling about a troubleshooting issue, it is recommended that you have access to - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 37
the door opener or a remote control. 825LM Remote Light Control: Automatically control your lights using your garage door opener, a Security+ 2.0 remote control or a LiftMaster Internet Door Lock: The automatic door lock is used to prevent the door from being manually opened once the door - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 38
BULBS), OR UNITS INSTALLED FOR NONRESIDENTIAL USE. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ANY PROBLEMS WITH, OR RELATING TO, THE GARAGE DOOR OR GARAGE DOOR HARDWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE DOOR SPRINGS, DOOR ROLLERS, DOOR ALIGNMENT OR HINGES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ALSO DOES NOT COVER ANY - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 39
Please review the safety and maintenance tips in this brochure carefully and keep it for reference. Check the operation of your garage door and opener to ensure they function in a safe and trouble-free manner. Be sure to read all Important Safety Information found in your garage door opener's manual - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 40
Can Prevent Tragedies Make monthly inspection and testing of your garage door and opener system a part of your regular routine. Review your owner's manual for both the door and door opener. If you don't have the owner's manuals, contact the manufacturer(s) and request a copy for your specific model - LiftMaster 8500W | Owners Manual - Page 41
114A5231 Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance. © 2018, LiftMaster All Rights Reserved
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Please read this manual and the
enclosed safety materials carefully!
•
The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the
Protector System
®
and cable tension
monitor are connected and properly aligned.
•
Periodic checks of the garage door opener
are required to ensure safe operation.
•
The model number is located on the
front cover of the opener.
•
This garage door opener is ONLY
compatible with myQ
®
and Security+ 2.0
®
accessories.
•
Attach warning labels to the location
indicated on label.
This product is intended for installation only by trained garage door technicians. This product may
require adjustments to door springs and/or track configurations. This product is not intended for
use on low headroom tracks or garage doors utilizing extension springs.
For Residential Use
Install On Sectional Doors With Torsion Assemblies Only
Wall Mount Wi-Fi
®
Garage Door Opener
Models 8500W, 8500W-267
LiftMaster
300 Windsor Drive
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Register your garage door opener to receive
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Take a photo
of the
camera icon including
the points (
).
Send it in
by texting
the photo to 71403
(US)
or visit
www.Liftmaster.photo
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