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  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 1
    ® GARAGE DOOR OPENER Models The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com 3130M 1/3 HP For Residential Use Only 3240M 1/2 HP Owner's Manual ■ Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully! ■ Fasten the manual near the garage
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    of your garage door opener 28 Having a problem 29 Diagnostic chart 30 Programming 31-32 To add or reprogram a hand-held remote control 31 To erase all codes 31 3-Button remotes 31 To add, reprogram or change a Keyless Entry PIN . . . . . 32 Repair Parts 33-34 Rail assembly parts 33
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    to garage door and opener: • ALWAYS disable locks BEFORE installing and operating the opener. • ONLY operate garage door opener at 120V, 60 Hz to avoid malfunction and damage. Sectional Door One-Piece Door Tools needed During assembly, installation and adjustment of the opener, instructions will
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 4
    opener. SECTIONAL DOOR INSTALLATION Horizontal and vertical reinforcement is needed for lightweight garage doors (fiberglass, steel, aluminum, door with glass panels, etc.). See page 19 for details. Header Wall FINISHED CEILING Support bracket & fastening hardware is required. See page 15. Rail
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 5
    carefully check the packing material. Parts may be stuck in the foam. Hardware for installation is also listed below. Model 3240M Model 3130M Model 3240M (1) Model 3130M (1) Multi-Function Door Control Panel Lighted Door Control Button SECURITY✚® 3-Button Remote Control 2 Conductor Bell Wire
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    ficulties, do not run the garage door opener until instructed to do so. HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE To aid in assembly and installation, replace the foam packing around the motor unit. Remove it after Installation Step 4. • Working on a level surface, align the rail assembly with the motor unit, as
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    connect garage door opener to power source until instructed to do so. 8. NEVER wear watches, rings or loose clothing while installing or servicing opener. They could be caught in garage door or opener mechanisms. 9. Install wall-mounted garage door control: • within sight of the garage door. • out
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 8
    ). If you need to install the header bracket on a 2x4 (on wall or ceiling), use lag screws (not provided) to securely fasten the 2x4 to structural supports as shown here and on page 9. 3. Open your door to the highest point of travel as shown. Draw an intersecting horizontal line on the header wall
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    Bracket 2x4 Structural Support support with the hardware provided. HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE The nail hole is for positioning only. You must use lag screws to mount the header bracket. Vertical Centerline of Garage Door Lag Screws 5/16"-9x1-5/8" Door Spring Lag Screw 5/16"-9x1-5/8" Horizontal
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    and join with a clevis pin as shown. • Insert a ring fastener to secure. Garage Door Rail Ring Fastener Header Bracket Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" Spacer Rail Bracket Rail Spacer Opener Carton or Temporary Support HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE Clevis Pin 5/16"x2-3/4" Ring Fastener 10 Spacer
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    correctly before the garage door opener will move in the down direction. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSOR When properly connected and aligned, the sensor will detect an obstacle in the path of its electronic beam. The sending eye (with an amber indicator light) transmits an
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    Be sure power to the opener is disconnected. Install and align the brackets so the sensors will face each other across the garage door, with the beam no higher than 6" (15 cm) above the floor. They may be installed in one of three ways, as follows: Garage door track installation (preferred): • Slip
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 13
    6). 2. Run the wires through wire clips at the top of the rails. NOTE: If your access door is near the garage door, you may choose to install the door control at this time and run the door control wire along the rail with the sensor wires. Wing Nut Carriage Bolt 1/4"-20x1/2" Lens HARDWARE SHOWN
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 14
    . The trolley can remain disconnected until Installation Step 13 is completed. To prevent damage to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on top section of door. Top of Door Door 2x4 is used to determine the correct mounting height from ceiling. ENGAGED Trolley Release Arm
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 15
    door manually. If the door hits the rail, raise the header bracket. NOTE: DO NOT connect power to opener at this time. To avoid possible SERIOUS INJURY from a falling garage door opener, fasten it SECURELY to structural supports of the garage 5/16" Figure 3 Lag Screws 5/16"-18x1-7/8" Bolt 5/16
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    Multi-Function (pre-wired) Screw 6-32x1" Figure 1 STANDARD INSTALLATION Figure 2 PRE-WIRED INSTALLATION a staple, creating a short or open circuit. If your access door is near the garage door, you may run this wire with the safety Reversing Sensor wires along the top of the rail. See page 13
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    turn OFF. • Reverse the procedure to close the lens. • Use A19, standard neck garage door opener bulbs for replacement. NOTE: Use only standard light bulbs. The use of short neck or speciality light bulbs may overheat the endpanel or light socket. To prevent possible OVERHEATING of the endpanel or
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 18
    INJURY or DEATH from 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. • NEVER
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 19
    brace. For the vertical brace, 2 pieces of angle iron are used to create a U-shaped support. The best solution is to check with your garage door manufacturer for an opener installation door reinforcement kit. NOTE: Many door reinforcement kits provide for direct attachment of the clevis pin and
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 20
    optional placement drawing.) HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE Self-Threading Screw 1/4"-14x5/8" Header Wall 2x4 Support Finished Ceiling Header Bracket Door Bracket Optional Placement of Door Bracket Vertical Centerline of Garage Door HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL REINFORCEMENT IS NEEDED FOR LIGHTWEIGHT
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 21
    Door Arm to Trolley Follow instructions which apply to your door type as illustrated below and on the following page. SECTIONAL DOORS ONLY • Make sure garage door lock washers and nuts. • Pull the emergency release handle toward the opener at a 45° angle so that the trolley release arm is horizontal
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 22
    UP travel limit - Turn the UP limit adjustment screw counterclockwise 4 turns. - Press the Door Control push button. The trolley will travel to the fully open position. - Manually raise the door to the open position (parallel to the floor), and lift the door arm to the trolley. The arm should touch
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    garage door. • Incorrect adjustment of garage door opener lights are flashing, the Safety Reversing Sensors are either not installed, misaligned, or obstructed. See Troubleshooting, page 18. Test the door for binding: Pull the emergency release handle. Manually open and close the door. If the door
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    settings regulate the amount of power required to open and close the door. If the forces are set too light, door travel may be interrupted by nuisance reversals in be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. • Too much force on garage door will interfere with proper operation of safety
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    System® • Press the remote control push button to open the door. • Place the opener carton in the path of the door. • Press the remote control push button to close the door. The door will not move more than an inch (2.5 cm), and the opener lights will flash. The garage door opener will not close from
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 26
    . 14. ALWAYS disconnect electric power to garage door opener BEFORE making ANY repairs or removing covers. 15. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Using Your Garage Door Opener 6. If obstructed while opening, the door will stop. Your Security✚® opener and hand-held remote control have been factory-set to
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    the Lock button on the door control. 4. After the opener lights flash, release all buttons. To Open the Door Manually 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
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 28
    instructions carefully. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Every Month • Manually operate door. If it is unbalanced or binding, call a trained door systems technician. • Check to be sure door opens or replacing the battery. THERE ARE NO OTHER USER SERVICEABLE PARTS. Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR
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    can affect door travel. • Manually check door for balance or any binding problems. • Refer to Adjustment Step 2, Adjust the Force. 5. My lights will not turn off when door is open: • The garage door opener is equipped with a security light feature. This feature activates the light on when
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 30
    . 6 FLASHES Motor Circuit Failure. Replace Receiver Logic Board. LED or Diagnostic LED "Learn" Button Your garage door opener is programmed with self If motor unit activates, replace door control wires. Symptom: Sending indicator light glows steadily, receiving indicator light is dim or flashing. •
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 31
    measure. Your garage door opener has already been programmed at the factory to operate with your hand-held remote control. The door will open and close when you press the large push button. Below are instructions for programming your opener to operate with additional Security✚® remote controls. To
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 32
    Your new Keyless Entry must be programmed to operate your garage door opener. USING THE "LEARN" BUTTON USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION DOOR CONTROL LOCK LIGHT 1. Press and release the "learn" button on motor unit. The learn indicator light will glow steadily for 30 seconds. 2. Within 30 seconds, enter
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 33
    PARTS Rail Assembly Parts 5 3 6 1 7 2 4 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 41A6353 Hardware bag (includes sprocket coupling) 2 81C275 Rack 3 41A6262 Complete trolley assembly 4 3077SD Screw Drive one-piece rail 7' (2.1 m) 5 3088SD Screw Drive one-piece rail 8' (2.4 m) 6 41A4836 Drive
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 34
    Motor drive assembly Drive belt Screw drive RPM kit KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 8 41A4837-1 Worm gear and retainer 9 41A6635 Low voltage wire harness 9a 41A6634 High voltage wire harness 10 41AS050R1M Receiver logic board assembly (3130) 41AS050R2M Receiver logic board assembly (3240) 11
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 35
    for homes with multiple garage doors. CLOSED OPEN Remote Light Control : Enables homeowner to turn on a lamp, television or other appliance from their car with their garage door opener remote or from anywhere in their home with an additional LiftMaster Security✚® remote. Fingerprint Keyless Entry
  • LiftMaster 3240 | 3240 Manual - Page 36
    • MODEL NUMBER ADDRESS ORDERS TO: THE CHAMBERLAIN GROUP, INC. Technical Support Group 6050 S. Country Club Road Tucson, Arizona 85706 SERVICE INFORMATION TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-528-9131 LIFTMASTER 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY LIFETIME MOTOR WARRANTY (MODEL 3240M) 2 YEAR LIMITED MOTOR WARRANTY (MODEL
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The Chamberlain Group, Inc.
845 Larch Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196
www.liftmaster.com
GARAGE DOOR OPENER
Models
Owner’s Manual
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Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully!
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Fasten the manual near the garage door after installation.
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The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector System
®
is connected and properly aligned.
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Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation.
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The model number label is located on the front panel of your opener.
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3130M 1/3 HP
3240M 1/2 HP
For Residential Use Only