Operation
To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a
falling garage door:
• If possible, use emergency release handle to
disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is
CLOSED. Weak or broken springs or unbalanced
door could result in an open door falling rapidly and/
or unexpectedly.
• NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage
doorway is clear of persons and obstructions.
• NEVER use emergency release handle to pull door
open or closed. If rope knot becomes untied, you
could fall.
Emergency
Release Handle
Disengage automatic
garage door lock
before opening
door manually.
10
To Open the Door Manually
Disengage door lock before proceeding.
1. The door should be fully closed if possible.
2. Pull down on the emergency release handle until a click
noise is heard.
3. To reconnect the door to the garage door opener, pull the
emergency release handle straight down a second time
until a click noise is heard.
The door will reconnect on the next UP or DOWN
operation.
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