INSTALLATION
STEP
9
Electrical
Requirements
To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the
opener at this time.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, your garage
door opener has a grounding type plug with a third
grounding pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding
type outlet. If the plug doesn't fit into the outlet you
have, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet.
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If permanent wiring is required by your local
code, refer to the following
procedure.
To make a permanent connection through the 7/8"
hole in the top of the motor unit:
• Remove the motor unit cover screws and set the
cover aside.
• Remove the attached 3-prong cord.
• Connect the black (line) wire to the screw on the
brass terminal; the white (neutral) wire to the
screw on the silver terminal; and the ground wire
to the green ground screw. The opener must be
grounded.
• Reinstall the cover.
To avoid installation
difficulties,
do not run the
opener at this time.
To prevent possible SERIOUSINJURYor DEATHfrom
electrocution or fire:
• Be sure power is not connected to the opener,and
disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to
establish permanent wiring connection.
• Garage door installation and wiring MUST be in
compliance with all local electrical and building codes.
• NEVERuse an extension cord, 2-wire adapter, or
change plug in any way to make it fit outlet. Be sure
the opener is grounded.
PERMANENT
WIRING
CONNECTION
Ground Tab
Green
Ground Screw
Black
Ground Wire
Wire
Black Wire
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