LiftMaster 8557 8557 Manual - Page 11

Install the light bulbs, 7 Attach the emergency release rope and handle - garage door

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6 Install the light bulbs 6.1 Pull on the top center of the light lens and rotate the light lens down. To prevent possible OVERHEATING of the end panel or light socket: • Use ONLY A19 incandescent (100W maximum) or compact fluorescent (26W maximum) light bulbs. 6.2 Insert an A19 incandescent (100W maximum) or or compact fluorescent (26W, 100W equivalent) light bulb into the light socket. or • DO NOT use incandescent bulbs larger than 100W. NOTE: Do not use halogen, short neck, or specialty light • DO NOT use compact fluorescent light bulbs larger than 26W (100W equivalent). bulbs as these may overheat the end panel or light socket. • DO NOT use halogen bulbs. Do not use LED bulbs as they may reduce the range or • DO NOT use short neck or specialty light bulbs. performance of your remote control(s). 6.3 Rotate the lens up to close. 7 Attach the emergency release rope and handle 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 handle to pull door open or closed. If rope knot becomes untied, you could fall. 7.1 Insert one end of the emergency release rope through the handle. Make sure that "NOTICE" is right side up. Tie a knot at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end of the emergency release rope. 7.2 Insert the other end of the emergency release rope through the hole in the trolley release arm. Mount the emergency release within reach, but at least 6 feet (1.83 m) above the floor, avoiding contact with vehicles to prevent accidental release and secure with a knot. NOTE: If it is necessary to cut the emergency release rope, seal the cut end with a match or lighter to prevent unraveling. Ensure the emergency release rope and handle are above the top of all vehicles to avoid entanglement. 11 Trolley Release Arm

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To prevent possible OVERHEATING of the end panel or light socket:
•
Use ONLY A19 incandescent (100W maximum) or compact fluorescent (26W maximum) light
bulbs.
•
DO NOT use incandescent bulbs larger than 100W.
•
DO NOT use compact fluorescent light bulbs larger than 26W (100W equivalent).
•
DO NOT use halogen bulbs.
•
DO NOT use short neck or specialty light bulbs.
6.1
Pull on the top center of the light lens and rotate the
light lens down.
6.2
Insert an A19 incandescent (100W maximum) or
compactfluorescent(26W,100W equivalent) light
bulb into the light socket.
NOTE:
Do not use halogen, short neck, or specialty light
bulbs as these may overheat the end panel or light socket.
Do not use LED bulbs as they may reduce the range or
performance of your remote control(s).
6.3
Rotate the lens up to close.
or
or
7
Attach the emergency release rope and handle
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
rapidlyand/or unexpectedly.
•
NEVER use emergency release handle unless garage doorway is clear of persons and
obstructions.
•
NEVER use handle to pull door open or closed. If rope knot becomes untied, you could fall.
7.1
Insert one end of the emergency release rope
through the handle. Make sure that “NOTICE” is
right side up. Tie a knot at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from
the end of the emergency release rope.
7.2
Insert the other end of the emergency release rope
through the hole in the trolley release arm. Mount
the emergency release within reach, but at least 6
feet (1.83 m) above the floor, avoiding contact with
vehicles to prevent accidental release and secure
with a knot.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to cut the emergency release rope,
seal the cut end with a match or lighter to prevent
unraveling.Ensure the emergency release rope and
handle are above the top of all vehicles to avoid
entanglement.
Trolley
Release Arm
6
Install the light bulbs