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Owner's
Manual
Model No.
139.53678SRT
For Residential Use
Only
Caution:
Read and foPow a,,
safety rules and
operating Instructions
before first use of this
product.
Fasten the manual
near the garage door
after installation.
CO_
withUL 325 (_
regulalonseffective
Jar_ary 1, lSe3
CRRFTSHRN®
GARAGE DOOR OPENER
1/2 HP
• Safety Precautions
• Assembly
• Installation
• Adjustment
• Care and Maintenance
• Operation
• Troubleshooting
• "Parts List
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual Model No. 139.53678SRT For Residential Use Only CRRFTSHRN® GARAGE DOOR OPENER 1/2 HP Caution: • Safety Precautions Read and foPow a,, • Assembly safety rules and • Installation operating Instructions • Adjustment before first use of this • Care and Maintenance product.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content= Page Contents Page A review of safety alert symbols........ .2 Install the lights and lenses ........19 You'll need tools............3 Attach emergency relaasa rope and handle ... 19 Salety informmJonregarding garage door Electrical requirements..........20 locks and ropes ............3 Safety reversing sensor information .......
  • Page 3: You'll Need Tools

    You'll Need Tools During assembly, installation and adjustment of the opener, instructions will call for hand tools shown below. Hack Saw Tape Measure Wire Cutters Drill 5/16" _nd _..._ Claw Hammer 3/16", 5/32' Drill Bits Screwdriver Stepladder AdjustableEndWrench To avoid damage to the garage door and...
  • Page 4: Illustralicn Of Sec'donaldoor Instahljon

    Before you begin, survey your garage urea to see whether any of the conditions below apply to your Installation. Based on your particular requirements, there are several installation steps which might call for materials and/or he.ware not included in the carton. •...
  • Page 5: Illustraljon Of One-Piece Door Installation

    One-Place Door without Track Before you begin, survey your garage area to see whether any of the conditions below apply to your inetallation. Slack k_ chain tension _ nom_ when garagedoorIs closed. Walt Closed Position Cable P_W/Bmck_ Cable Trolley AccessDoor Emergency I:lek_u Rope&Handle...
  • Page 6: Carton Inventory

    Carton Inventory Your garage door opener is packaged in two cartons which contain all parts illustrated below. If anything is missing, carefully check the packing material. Parts may be "stuck" in the foam. Hardware for assembly and installation is shown on page 7. Three-Fu_tion Remote Convo_ DoorConed Button Lens(2)
  • Page 7: Hardware Inventory

    Separate all hardware from the packages in the rail carton and the opener carton, as shown below, for the assembly and installation procedures. Assembly Hardware Washerecl Screw He_( Screw Carriage Bolts 5/f 6"-f 8xf/2" (2) 5/16"-%_7/8" 5/16:18 1/4"-2C_1/2" (4) Master Unk (2} (mounted in opener) Trdlley Lock Washer...
  • Page 8: Assernbly Ssntion - Pages

    Assembly Section: Pages 8 - 11 To avoid Installation difficulties, do not run the garage door opener until insb,uctad to do so. Make sure bolt necks are Assembly Step I seated in the sqcam Assemble the T-rail & wignedbefore you Attach the Cable Pulley Bracket Ughtan t ook nuts.
  • Page 9: Install Trolley

    Hardware Shown Assembly Step 2 Actual Size Install the Trolley on the T-raft • Attach the threaded shaft to the trolley with the lock washer and nuts as shown, LookWasher 5/16' 5/16--18 LockWasher 5/16" OuterNut Trolley ThreadedShalt Inner Nut 5/16" Trolley •...
  • Page 10: Install Chain/Cabla

    Assembly Step 4 Install the Chain/Cable & Attach the Sprocket Cover sprocket cover securely. Never operate opener Dispensing Carton Opener Figure 2 s_o_ Leave Chainand _ tnsldeDiapering Ce;lon to PreventKJnl_g. Keep Chain andCable TautWhen Dispensing • Detach the cable loop from the carton and fasten it to the trolley with a master link from the hardware bag.
  • Page 11: T_'Den The Chain And Cable

    Assembly Step 5 Tighten the Chain & Cable Lock Washer InnerNut Outer Nut • Spin the inner nut and lock washer down the threaded shaft, away from the trolley. To Tighten Outer Nut "_" • To tighten the chain, turn outer nut in the direction shown.
  • Page 12: Determine Header Bracket Location

    Installation Section: Pages 12- Installation Step 1 Determine Header Bracket Location tf the header bracket is not rigidly fastened to Installation procedures vary according to a structural support on the header wall or garage door types. Follow the instructions ceiling, the safety reverse system...
  • Page 13: One-Piece Door

    Read the Safety Instructions on page 12. They also apply to doors without tracks. Header Wall Vertical Centedine • Close the door and mark the inside vertical centedine of your garage door. Extend the line onto the header wall above door. If headroom clearance is minimal, you can install the header bracket on the ceiling.
  • Page 14: Install The Header Bracket

    You can attach the header bracket either to the wall above the garage door, or to the ceiling. Install the Header Bracket Follow the In=tructlons which will work best for Installation Step 2 your particular requirements. Fasten the Header Bracket to the Wall •...
  • Page 15: Attach The T-Rail To Header Bracket

    Installation Step 3 Attach the T-rail to the Header Bracket • Position the opener on the garage floor below the Header Wall header bracket. Use packing material as a protective base. Header BtacP.et If the door spring Is In the way you'll need help, Have someone hold the opener securely on a Cabk) temporary support to allow the T-rail to clear the...
  • Page 16: Positionthe Opener

    Installation Step 4 Position the Opener Follow Instructions which apply to your door type as illustrated. A 2x4 laid fist is convenient for setting an Ideal door-to-T-rail distance. • Raise the opener onto a stepladder. T-ran Laid Flat You will need help at this point ff the ladder Is not tall enough.
  • Page 17: Hang The Opener

    Installation Step 5 Hang the Opener Two representative installations am shown. Yours may be different. Hanging brackets should be angled, Figure 1, to provide rigid support. On Figure I finished ceilings, Figure 2, attach a sturdy metal bracket to structural supports before installing the opener.
  • Page 18: Install The Door Control

    Install the Door Control Installation Step 6 Do not connect to live electWcal wiring. Connect only to 24 Volt low voltage wires. Connection to .ocate the door control within sight of the door live wires or higher voltage may cause serious at s minimum height of 5 feet where small injury from shock, burn or electrocution.
  • Page 19: Install The Lights And Lenses

    Installation Step 7 Install the Lights and the Lenses Install the lights: • Install a 75 watt maximum light bulb in each socket. The lights will turn ON and remain lit for 75 Watt Max. approximately 4-1/2 minutes when power is LightBuN) connected.
  • Page 20: Electrical Requirements

    Installation Step 9 Electrical Requirements To prevent electrocution or fire, Installation and wiring must be in compliance with local electrical and building codes. To reduce the risk of electric shock, your garage door opener has a grounding type plug with a third Do NOT use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter, grounding pin.
  • Page 21: Safety Reversing Sensor Information

    The Safety Reverslng System Information you'll need before you begin the Installation of the safety reverslng sensor. The safety reversing sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will move in the down direction. This is a required safety device and cannot be disabled.
  • Page 22: Install The Safety Reversing Sensor

    Installation Step 10 Install the Safety Reversing Sensor Figure 2 Figures 2 and 3 show assembly of brackets and Mounting Bracket "C" wrap based on the recommended installation of With SquareHo4es the sensors as shown on page 21. However, Figures 4 and 5 are variations which may _..l_/,..,._ "C"Wrap fit your installation requirements batter.
  • Page 23 • Center e achsensor u nitina "C"wrapwithlenses Figure 6 pointing toward eachotheracross 'C" Wra the door (see Figure 6). • Secure sensors with the hardware shown. Finger Indicator tighten the wing nut on the receiving eye to allow for final adjustment. Securely tighten the sending 114-20 x 1-1/2"...
  • Page 24: Fasten Door Bracket (Sectionaldoor)

    Installation Step 11 Fasten Door Bracket Follow instructions which apply to your door type as illustrated below or on page 25. A horizontal brace should be long enough to be secured to 2 vertical supports. A vertical brace should cover the height of the top panel. The Illustration shows one piece of angle iron as the horizontal brace.
  • Page 25: Fasten Door Bracket (One-Piece Door)

    Please read and comply with the warnings and reinforcement instructions on page 24. They apply to one-piece doors also. Header Wall -- Flntshed Ceiling -- 2x4 Support Dooi" Op_onal " of Door t)ghtweight garage doors Bracket g_n_u_r _guem,O0_, -- Centerline of Garage Door Vertical use 5/16"xi-1/2"...
  • Page 26: Connect Door Arm To Trolley (Sectional Door)

    Installation Step 12 Connect Door Arm to Trolley Fonow instructions which apply to your door type as illustrated below and on page 27. Make sure garage door is fully closed. Pull the emergency mleasa handle to disconnect the outer trolley from the inner trolley.
  • Page 27: Connect Door Arm To Trolley (One-Piece Door)

    Assemble the Door Arm: Ring • Fasten the straight and curved door arm sections together to the longest possible length, with a 2 or 3 hole overlap. Washers 5/16"-18 i/'_1 Rra_ 5/16"L°ck Nuts • With the door closed, connect the straight door arm Clovis Pin Straight /_//...
  • Page 28: Adjustment Section - Pages

    Adjustment Section: Pages 28 - 30 Adjustment Step 1 Adjust the UP and DOWN Limits Do not make any limit adjustments until the Improper adjustment of the travel limits witl safety reversing sensors are completely interfere with the proper operation of the installed.
  • Page 29: Force Adjustments

    Adjustment Step 2 Adjust the Force Too much force on the €loor will Interfere with the proper operation of the safety reverse Force adjustment controls are located on the dght system. The door might not reverse properly side panel of the opener. Force adjustment settings when required and could seriously Injure or...
  • Page 30: Test The Safety Reversing Sensor

    Adjustment Step 3 Test The Safety Reversing Sensor Without a properly working safety reversing sensor, persons (particularly children) could be • Press the remote control push button to open the seriously injured or killed ff trapped by a closing door. garage door.
  • Page 31: Operation Safety Insvuctjons

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of severe injury or death to persons: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 5. If possible, usa the emergency release only when the door is In s closed position. Caution 2. Do not permit children either to operate or to should be taken whenever the disconnect cord play with the opener.
  • Page 32: Operation Of Your Opener

    Operation of Your Opener Activate the opener with any of the following: • The Remote Control: Hold push button down until the door starts to move, Weak or broken springs could allow an open • The Door Control: Hold push button down until door to fall (either rapidly or unexpectedly),...
  • Page 33: And Remote Conlrol Programming

    Receiver and Remote Control Programming [To comply with FCC rules, adiustment or modifications of this receiver an(i/or transmitter are prohibited, except fo_ changing the code setting or replaclngpARTS, the battery. THERE ARE NO OTHER USER SERVICEABLE Children operating or playing with •...
  • Page 34: Having A Problem

    Having a Problem? Situation Probable Cause and Solution The opener doesnl 1. Does the opener have electric power? Rug a lamp into the outleL If itdoesn't light, operate from either check the fuse box or the circuitbreaker. (Some outlets are controlledby a door switch.) the Door Control or 2.
  • Page 35 Having a Problem? (continued) Situation Probable Cause & Solution The door opens but If the opener lights blink, check the safety reversing sensor. Sea page 23. won_ close: If the opener lights do not blink and it is a new instal|atlon, check the down force. See Adjustment Step 2, page 29.
  • Page 36: Repair Parts, Rail Assembly

    Repair Parts Rail Assembly Parts DESCRIPTION Master linkkit 41A3489 Completetrolleyassembly 1B3117 T-rail- centersection T-rail- end section 183B110 41B2616 Cablepulleybracketassembly Chainand cable 41A3473 83A4 Rail grease NOT SHOWN 41A3534 Rail assemblyhardwarekit (includeshardwareillustrated on page 7). Installation Parts PART DESCRIPTION 41A4166-1 Ughted door control button 41A4873 3-function remote control housing (no circuitboard)
  • Page 37: Repay P Arts, Opener Assarrt

    Repair Parts Opener Assembly Parts t_-- _ _- 2 _L_. •..""> _,._ _, /.)y--4 3 _'_lr f.18 ,____L_. _ " e.ro_ _ u.n'sw_rc.Asey. KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 41A4371 108D48-2 Lens Belt cap retainer 41A4885-3 Gear end sprocket a ssembly 30B363 Capacitor - 1i2HP Complete with:...
  • Page 38 Accessodes Sears offers many useful accessories for your garage door opener. They are illustrated below with Sears model numbers and descriptions. 139.53702 139.53879 3-Function Remote Control: Requiredfor a garage with NO Includes v isor clip. access door. Enables homeowner to open garage door manually from outside by disengaging trolley.
  • Page 39: Index

    Index Access DoorlOut=Ide Key Release Accessory ....................4, 5 Chain Tension .............................. 4, 5, 11 Electrical Safety Warnings ........................2, 20, 31 Garage Door Testing for balance, binding and sticking....................3, 28, 31 Determining high point of travel: Sectional door ..............................
  • Page 40: How To Order Repair Parts

    SEARS WARRANTY FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY ON GARAGE DOOR OPENER For 90 daysfrom the date of purchase,Sears winrepairthis Garage OourOpener.free of charge,if defectivein materialor workmanship. LIMITED WARRANTY From the 91ef day untilone year fromb_edate of'purchase, Sears will fumtshreplacementpartsforany datec6ve paris,fTeeof charge. You pay for labor.

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