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Step 7 · Install the Safety Sensors

Install the infrared safety sensors on each side of the garage door track, near the bottom. One sensor emits an infrared beam, and the other receives it. If the beam is broken, the opener will stop the door from closing, preventing accidents.

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Step 7 · Install the Safety Sensors

Install the infrared safety sensors on each side of the garage door track, near the bottom. One sensor emits an infrared beam, and the other receives it. If the beam is broken, the opener will stop the door from closing, preventing accidents.

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Garage Door Opener Installation

Step 7 of 11·1.8 hr left

Mount the Garage Door Opener Motor Unit
60 minutes10 items
Install the Torsion Spring and Drum Assembly
30 minutes4 items
Attach the Torsion Tube to the Header Mount
20 minutes4 items
Connect the Torsion Spring to the Door
15 minutes2 items
Install the Garage Door Opener Rail
45 minutes6 items
Attach the Trolley and Connect to the Door
25 minutes5 items
7
Install the Safety Sensors
20 minutes5 items
8
Wire the Garage Door Opener
30 minutes7 items
9
Install the Wall Control Button and Remote Transmitter
15 minutes4 items
10
Program Travel Limits and Force Settings
30 minutes2 items
11
Test the Garage Door Opener System
15 minutes3 items
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