INSTALLATION
STEP
9
E/ectrica/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
followingprocedure.
To make a permanent connection through the 7/8" hole in the top
of the motor unit:
1. Removethe motor unit cover screws and set the cover aside.
2. Removethe attached3-prong cord.
3. Connectthe 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.
4. Reinstallthe 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 NOTconnected to the opener, and
disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to
establish permanent wiring connection.
• Garagedoor installation and wiring MUSTbe 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.
PERMANENTWIRING
CONNECTION
Ground Tab
Green
Ground Screw
Black
Ground Wire
. Wire
White Wire
Black Wire
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