Wayne Dalton 7400 Torsion Garage Door Quick Start Guide
Below you will find brief information for Garage Door 7400 Torsion. The Garage Door 7400 Torsion is a quick and easy-to-install garage door that helps you gain complete control of your home’s garage. The Garage Door 7400 Torsion has a torsion spring system that will help ensure years of smooth and reliable operation. The Garage Door 7400 Torsion is designed to be long-lasting and provide reliable, everyday operation. The Garage Door 7400 Torsion is a great addition to any home.
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Pre-Installation 2
Important Safety Instructions
Door Section Identification
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Graduated End Hinge And Strut Identification
Removing an Existing Door
Preparing the Opening
Parts Breakdown
Installation 5
Maintenance 13
3
4
Cleaning Your Garage Door
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3
13
Preparations 13
Painting Your Garage Door 13
Clear Or Stained Finishes 13
Operation And Maintenance 13
Warranty 14
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT
TO THE STORE
Please Do Not Return This Product To The
Store. Please call 1-866-569-3799 (Press
Option 1) and follow the prompts to contact the appropriate customer service agent. They will be happy to handle any questions that you may have.
©Copyright 2014 Wayne Dalton, a Division Of Overhead Door Corporation
QUICK START GUIDE IMPORTANT NOTICES!
This Quick Start Guide is only meant to be used as an aid and
/ or introduction to garage door installation, and does not replace the complete Installation Instructions and Owner’s manual available on the web at www.Wayne-Dalton.com. Wayne Dalton highly recommends that you read and fully understand the Installation Instructions and
Owner’s Manual before you attempt this installation.
To avoid possible injury, read the enclosed instructions carefully before installing and operating the garage door. Pay close attention to all warnings and notes. After installation is complete, fasten this manual near garage door for easy reference.
DEFINITION OF DOOR HEIGHTS:
1. Door Heights less than or equal to 8’0” (< = 8’0”) are considered
Standard Lift Applications.
2. Door Heights greater than 8’0” (> 8’0”) are considered Light
Commercial Applications.
The complete Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual are available at no charge from:
Wayne Dalton, a Division Of Overhead Door Corporation,
P.O. Box 67, Mt. Hope, OH., 44660, Or Online At
www.Wayne-Dalton.com.
Part Number 345852 REV2_09/12/2014
Pre-Installation
Important Safety Instructions
DEFINITION OF KEY WORDS USED IN THIS MANUAL:
INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH; IF NOT
AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
CAUTION: PROPERTY DAMAGE OR INJURY CAN RESULT FROM FAILURE TO
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT: REQUIRED STEP FOR SAFE AND PROPER DOOR OPERATION.
NOTE: Information assuring proper installation of the door.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION. IF IN QUES-
TION ABOUT ANY OF THE PROCEDURES, DO NOT PERFORM THE WORK. INSTEAD, HAVE A
TRAINED DOOR SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN DO THE INSTALLATION OR REPAIRS.
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
2.
Wear protective gloves during installation to avoid possible cuts from sharp metal edges.
3.
It is always recommended to wear eye protection when using tools, otherwise eye injury could result.
4. Avoid installing your new door on windy days. Door could fall during the installation causing severe or fatal injury.
5. Doors 12’-0” wide and over should be installed by two persons, to avoid possible injury.
6. Operate door only when it is properly adjusted and free from obstructions.
7. If a door becomes hard to operate, inoperative or is damaged, immediately have necessary adjustments and/ or repairs made by a trained door system technician using proper tools and instructions.
8.
DO NOT stand or walk under a moving door, or permit anybody to stand or walk under an electrically operated door.
9.
DO NOT place fingers or hands into open section joints when closing a door. Use lift handles/ gripping points when operating door manually.
10. DO NOT permit children to operate garage door or door controls. Severe or fatal injury could result should the child become entrapped between the door and the floor.
11. Due to constant extreme spring tension, do not attempt any adjustment, repair or alteration to any part of the door, especially to springs, spring brackets, bottom corner brackets, fasteners, counterbalance lift cables or supports. To avoid possible severe or fatal injury, have any such work performed by a trained door systems technician using proper tools and instructions.
12. On electrically operated doors, pull down ropes must be removed and locks must be removed or made inoperative in the open (unlocked) position.
13. Top section of door may need to be reinforced when attaching an electric opener.
Check door and/ or opener manufacturer’s instructions.
14. Visually inspect door and hardware monthly for worn and or broken parts. Check to ensure door operates freely.
15. Test electric opener’s safety features monthly, following opener manufacturer’s instructions.
16. NEVER hang tools, bicycles, hoses, clothing or anything else from horizontal tracks.
Track systems are not intended or designed to support extra weight.
17. This door may not meet the building code wind load requirements in your area. For your safety, you will need to check with your local building official for wind load code requirements and building permit information.
After installation is complete, fasten this manual near the garage door.
IMPORTANT: STAINLESS STEEL OR PT2000 COATED LAG SCREWS MUST BE USED WHEN
INSTALLING CENTER BEARING BRACKETS, END BRACKETS, JAMB BRACKETS, DRAWBAR
OPERATOR MOUNTING/ SUPPORT BRACKETS AND DISCONNECT BRACKETS ON TREATED
LUMBER (PRESERVATIVE-TREATED). STAINLESS STEEL OR PT2000 LAG SCREWS ARE NOT
NECESSARY WHEN INSTALLING PRODUCTS ON UN-TREATED LUMBER.
NOTE: It is recommended that 5/16” lag screws are pilot drilled using a 3/16” drill bit, prior to fastening.
IMPORTANT: WHEN INSTALLING 5/16” LAG SCREWS USING AN ELECTRIC DRILL/ DRIVER,
THE DRILL/ DRIVERS CLUTCH MUST BE SET TO DELIVER NO MORE THAN 200 IN-LBS OF
TORQUE. FASTENER FAILURE COULD OCCUR AT HIGHER SETTINGS.
PRIOR TO WINDING OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE SPRINGS, EN-
SURE YOU’RE WINDING IN THE PROPER DIRECTION AS STATED IN THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. OTHERWISE, THE SPRING FITTINGS MAY
RELEASE FROM SPRING IF NOT WOUND IN THE PROPER DIRECTION AND
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
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IMPORTANT: RIGHT AND LEFT HAND IS ALWAYS DETERMINED FROM INSIDE THE BUILDING
LOOKING OUT.
Door Section Identification
When installing your door, you must use sections of the appropriate height in the right stacking location. Determine, what sections you need to use in what order depends on the design of your door.
Sections are stamped for identification, #1, #2, #3, and #4 (#4 only on four section high doors). The stamp, located on each side of the sections identifies the stacking sequence. The sequence is always determined by #1 being the bottom section to #4 or #5 being the highest top section. If the stamp on the section is illegible, refer to the section side view illustration.
The section side view illustration shows the section profile of all sections, and can also be used to identify each section.
The BOTTOM SECTION can be identified by #1.
The
INTERMEDIATE I SECTION can be identified by #2.
The INTERMEDIATE II SECTION can be identified by #3, for a 4 section high door only.
The INTERMEDIATE III SECTION can be identified by #4, for a 5 section high door only.
The
TOP SECTION can be identified either by a #3, for a 3 section high door, by a #4, for a 4 section high door or by a #5, for a 5 section high door.
Graduated End Hinge And
Strut Identification
Door Height
3 Section High Door
4 Section High Door
5 Section High Door
Graduated End Hinge Schedule
Track Section Type
2”
3”
2”
3”
2”
3”
Top
Intermediate I
Bottom
Top
Intermediate I
Bottom
Top
Intermediate II
Intermediate I
Bottom
Top
Intermediate II
Intermediate I
Bottom
Top
Intermediate III
Intermediate II
Intermediate I
Bottom
Top
Intermediate III
Intermediate II
Intermediate I
Bottom
Graduated End Hinge
Number
N/A
#4
#2
N/A
#6
#4
N/A
5#
4#
3#
N/A
3#
2#
1#
1#
N/A
6#
5#
N/A
4#
3#
2#
4#
3#
NOTE: Center hinge(s) use #1 graduated end hinges at each pre-drilled or vertical stile location. The pre-drilled locations are located at the top and or bottom rails on the inside of the section surface.
NOTE: Some doors will receive half center hinge(s). These will be installed in between the center hinge(s) and graduated end hinge(s).
STRUT IDENTIFICATION: Identify your struts to determine which ones are long strut(s) or short strut(s).
Short Strut(s) are typically installed along the top rail of the top section and or along the bottom rail of the bottom section.
Long Strut(s) are typically installed along the top and or bottom rails of sections. Measure the height of the long strut(s) to determine if you have 2” or 3”.
NOTE: Some struts also may or may not have holes in them. If they don’t, then prior to installing the strut and hinge to the section surface, you may have to drill a 3/16” hole for the appropriate fastener on one or both sides of the strut legs.
3 Section High Strutting Schedule
Section Type
Top
Intermediate I
Bottom
Type Of Strut
(1) Short
N/A
(1) Long
(1) Long
(1) Long
(1) Short
Location On Section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Section Type
Top
Intermediate II
Intermediate I
Bottom
Section Type
Top
Intermediate III
Intermediate II
Intermediate I
Bottom
4 Section High Strutting Schedule
Type Of Strut
(1) Short
N/A
(1) Long
(1) Long
(1) Long
N/A
(1) Long
(1) Short
5 Section High Strutting Schedule
Type Of Strut
(1) Short
N/A
(1) Long
(1) Long
(1) Long
(1) Long
(1) Long
N/A
(1) Long
(1) Short
Location On Section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Location On Section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
Top Of Section
Bottom Of section
For detailed information see supplemental instructions “Removing an Existing Door/ Preparing the Opening”. These instructions are not supplied with the door, but are available at no charge from Wayne Dalton, A Division Of Overhead Door Corporation, P.O. Box 67, Mt. Hope,
OH., 44660, or at www.Wayne-Dalton.com.
Preparing the Opening
WEATHERSTRIPS (MAY NOT BE INCLUDED):
Depending on the size of your door, you may have to cut or trim the weatherstrips (if necessary) to properly fit into the header and jambs.
NOTE: If nailing product at 40°F or below, pre-drilling is required.
NOTE: Do not permanently attach weatherstrips to the header and jambs at this time.
For the header, align the weatherstrip 1/8” to 1/4” inside the header edge, and temporarily secure it to the header with equally spaced nails. Starting at either side of the jamb, fit the weatherstrip up tight against the temporarily attached weatherstrip in the header and 1/8” to 1/4” inside the jamb edge. Temporarily secure the weatherstrip with equally spaced nails.
Repeat for other side. This will keep the bottom section from falling out of the opening during installation. Equally space nails approximately 12” to 18” apart.
Upper hinge leaf
Lower hinge leaf
2” Strut
2 1
3” Strut
Long strut
Short strut
Center hinge(s)
(as required)
Hinges are stamped for identification
1
Half center hinge(s)
(as required)
Removing an Existing Door
IMPORTANT: COUNTERBALANCE SPRING TENSION MUST ALWAYS BE RELEASED BEFORE
ANY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO START REMOVING AN EXISTING DOOR.
A POWERFUL SPRING RELEASING ITS ENERGY SUDDENLY CAN CAUSE
SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY. TO AVOID INJURY, HAVE A TRAINED DOOR
SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN, USING PROPER TOOLS AND INSTRUCTIONS,
RELEASE THE SPRING TENSION.
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NOTE: The illustrations shown on this page are general representations of the door parts. Each specific door models may have unique variations.
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I1.
I6.
I8.
I7.
I6.
I9.
I1.
PARTS BREAKDOWN
I4.
I5.
I2.
F2.
C1.
I10.
F1.
I3.
I5.
I11.
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F3.
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A. FLAG ANGLES (AS REQUIRED):
A1. Fully Adjustable (F.A.) Flag Angles
B. JAMB BRACKETS (AS REQUIRED):
B1. Fully Adjustable (F.A.) Jamb Brackets
C. TRACK ROLLERS (AS REQUIRED):
C1. Short Stem Track Rollers / Short Stem Tandem Track Rollers
C2. Long Stem Track Rollers / Long Stem Tandem Track Rollers
D. GRADUATED END HINGES:
D1. Single Graduated End Hinges (S.E.H.), Industry Standard
D2. Double Graduated End Hinges (D.E.H.), Industry Standard
D3. Half Center Hinges (As required)
E. STACKED SECTIONS:
E1. Top Section
E2. Intermediate(s) Section
E3. Bottom Section
F. TOP FIXTURE (AS REQUIRED):
F1. Top Fixture Bases - (L-Shaped)
F2. Top Fixture Slides - (L-Shaped)
F3. “L” Reinforcing Brackets (As Required)
G. STRUT(S) (AS REQUIRED):
G1. Strut (2” U-shaped), G2. Strut (3” U-shaped)
H. TRACKS (AS REQUIRED):
H1. Left Hand and Right Hand Horizontal Track Assemblies
H2. Left Hand and Right Hand Vertical Tracks
H2.
H2.
J1.
H3. Left Hand and Right Hand Riveted Vertical Track Assemblies
H4. Left Hand and Right Hand Angle Mount Vertical Track Assemblies
I. TORSION SPRING ASSEMBLY (AS REQUIRED):
I1. Left Hand and Right Hand Torsion Springs (As Required)
I2. Counterbalance Lift Cables
I3. Left Hand End Bearing Bracket (As Required)
I4. Right Hand End Bearing Bracket (As Required)
I5. Left Hand and Right Hand Cable Drum
I6. Center Bracket (As Required)
I7. Center Bushing (As Required)
I8. Center Bearing (As Required)
I9. Torsion Shaft / Torsion Keyed Shaft (As Required)
I10. Torsion Keyed Shafts (As Required)
I11. Keys (As Required)
I12. Center Coupler Assembly (As Required)
J. REAR BACK HANGS:
J1. Left Hand and Right Hand Rear Back Hang Assemblies
J2. Left Hand and Right Hand Center Back Hang Assemblies
K. BOTTOM CORNER BRACKETS (AS REQUIRED):
K1. Left Hand and Right Hand Bottom Corner Brackets
L. TRACK ROLLER CARRIERS (AS REQUIRED):
L1. Track Roller Carriers
M. BOTTOM WEATHER SEAL (AS REQUIRED):
M1. Bottom Weather Seal (Door Width)
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INSTALLATION
Before installing your door, be certain that you have read and followed all of the instructions covered in the pre-installation section of this manual. Failure to do so may result in an improperly installed door.
NOTE: Reference TDS 160 for general garage door terminology at www.dasma.com.
IMPORTANT: WOOD DOORS MUST BE COMPLETELY FINISHED (3 TOTAL COATS, INCLUDING
PRIMER COAT) PRIOR TO INSTALLATION, TO ENSURE THAT THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR
SURFACES, AS WELL AS ALL EDGES OF THE DOORS ARE PROPERLY PROTECTED AGAINST
MOISTURE OR OTHER CONTAMINANTS. WOOD DOORS, IN A NON-FINISHED CONDITION,
MUST BE TRANSPORTED AND STORED SO THE WOOD SURFACES ARE NOT EXPOSED
TO MOISTURE OR OTHER CONTAMINANTS. IMPROPER TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE OR
DELAYS IN FINISHING, THAT ALLOWS EXPOSURE OF THE WOOD DOOR SURFACES TO MOIS-
TURE OR OTHER CONTAMINANTS WILL RESULT IN THE WARRANTY BEING VOIDED.
Fully Adjustable Flag Angles
Tools Required: Safety glasses, Leather gloves
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NOTE: If you have Riveted Track or Angle Mount Track, skip this step.
NOTE: Flag angles are right and left handed.
Hand tighten the left hand flag angle to the left hand vertical track using (2) 1/4” - 20 x
9/16” track bolts and (2) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts. Repeat for other side. Flange nuts will be secured after flag angle spacing is completed in step, Top Section.
Fully Adjustable Jamb Brackets
Tools Required: Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
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NOTE: If you have Riveted Track or Angle Mount Track, skip this step.
NOTE: The bottom jamb bracket is always the shortest bracket, while the center jamb bracket is the next tallest. If three jamb brackets per side are included with your door, you will have received a top jamb bracket, which is the tallest.
To attach the bottom jamb bracket, locate lower hole of the hole/ slot pattern of the 1st hole set on the vertical track. Align the slot in the jamb bracket with the lower hole of the hole/ slot pattern. Secure jamb bracket using (1) 1/4” - 20 x 9/16” track bolt and (1) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut. Repeat for other side.
Place the center jamb bracket over the lower hole of the hole/ slot pattern that is centered between the bottom jamb bracket and flag angle of the 2nd hole set. Secure jamb bracket using (1) 1/4” - 20 x 9/16” track bolt and (1) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut. Repeat for other side.
If a top jamb bracket was included, secure it to vertical track using the lower hole of the hole/ slot pattern in the 3rd hole set and (1) 1/4” - 20 x 9/16” track bolt and (1) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut. Repeat for other side.
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Bottom Weather Seal
Tools Required: Hammer, Saw horses, Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: If a bottom weather seal was supplied, complete this step.
NOTE: Refer to door section identification, located in the pre-installation section of this manual to determine what size section you need to use as your bottom (first) section. Measure your section to make sure it is the correct height as indicated on the chart.
Place the bottom section face down on a couple of sawhorses or flat clean/ smooth surface.
Align the bottom weather seal with the flap pointing towards the outside surface of the bottom section. Starting at one end of the door, measure inward 1” and attach the bottom weather seal to the bottom of the bottom section with 3/4” long galvanized roofing nails
(not supplied). Now stretch the bottom weather seal slightly and nail the rest of the bottom weather seal to the bottom of the bottom section every 6”. Once the bottom weather seal is fastened cut off any extra material so that the bottom weather seal is even with both ends of the bottom section.
NOTE: Verify bottom weather seal is aligned with bottom section. If there is more than 1/2” excess weather seal on either side, trim weather seal even with bottom section.
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Bottom Corner Brackets
Tools Required: Power drill, 9/32” Drill bit, Socket driver 7/16”, Wrench 7/16”,
Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: Refer to door section identification, located in the pre-installation section of this manual. Refer to Package Contents / Parts Breakdown, to determine which bottom corner brackets you received.
WARNING
A POWERFUL SPRING RELEASING ITS ENERGY SUDDENLY CAN CAUSE
SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY. TO AVOID INJURY, HAVE A TRAINED DOOR
SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN, USING PROPER TOOLS AND INSTRUCTIONS,
RELEASE THE SPRING TENSION.
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With the bottom section facing down from the previous step, uncoil the counterbalance lift cables. Starting on the left hand side, place the cable loop into position between the two holes on the side of the left hand bottom bracket. Slide a clevis pin through the innermost hole, cable loop, and outermost hole, of the bottom bracket. Slide a washer onto the clevis pin and secure in place by inserting a cotter pin into the hole of the clevis pin. Bend the ends of the cotter pin outwards to secure it in place. Repeat for other side.
NOTE: Depending on your door application, you may have to use the bottom corner bracket as a template.
Depending on your door application, your bottom section may or may not have pre-drilled holes / factory installed threads.
FOR BOTTOM SECTION, WITH NO HOLES: Locate the left hand bottom corner bracket.
Align the bottom corner bracket horizontally with the bottom edge of the bottom section and also align the bottom corner bracket vertically with the left bottom edge of the bottom section.
Mark and pre-drill (3) 9/32” diameter holes through the bottom section and attach the bottom corner bracket to the bottom section using (3) 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolts and (3)
1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts, as shown.
FOR BOTTOM SECTION, WITH PRE-DRILLED HOLES: Locate the left hand bottom corner bracket . Align the bottom corner bracket horizontally with the bottom edge of the bottom section and also align the bottom corner bracket vertically with the left bottom edge of the bottom section.
Attach the bottom corner bracket to the bottom section using (3) 1/4” - 20 x
3” carriage bolts and (3) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts, as shown.
FOR BOTTOM SECTION, WITH FACTORY INSTALLED THREADS: Locate the left hand bottom corner bracket
. Align the bottom corner bracket horizontally with the bottom edge of the bottom section and also align the bottom corner bracket vertically with the left bottom edge of the bottom section.
Attach the bottom corner bracket to the bottom section using (3)
1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolts, as shown.
Next, secure the bottom corner bracket to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 10 x 1” tamper resistant lag screw to the left hand bottom corner bracket, as shown. Repeat the same process for the right hand side.
NOTE: All doors are provided with the tamper resistant fastener for the bottom corner brackets. However, the professional installer is most likely to have the proper tool to install this fastener. If the homeowner does not have the proper tool to install the tamper resistant fastener, use a regular 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolt and a 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut in its place.
NOTE: If you have a larger size bottom corner bracket, mark and pre-drill (3) 9/32” diameter holes through the bottom section and attach the (3) additional 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolts and (3) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts to secure the bottom corner bracket in place. Repeat the same process for the right hand side.
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Track Roller Carriers
Tools Required: Power drill, 1/8” Drill bit, Socket driver 7/16”, Wrench 7/16”,
Safety glasses, Leather gloves
Starting on left hand side of the bottom section, attach the track roller carrier with the stamp
“STD” facing UP to the bottom corner bracket by aligning the four holes of the track roller carrier with the four holes in the bottom corner bracket. Secure the track roller carrier to the bottom corner bracket with (4) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screws.
NOTE: Prior to fastening the track roller carrier to the bottom section, pilot drill using a 1/8” drill bit.
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
NOTE: The track roller carrier’s inner holes are used on doors with 2” track applications; the outer holes are used on doors with 3” track applications.
Insert a short stem track roller and spacer into the inner holes. Repeat the same process for the right hand side.
NOTE: Depending on your door, some bottom corner brackets will utilize two track roller carries with a long stem track roller.
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Strutting
Tools Required: Power drill, 1/8” Drill bit, Socket driver 7/16”, Wrench 7/16”,
Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: Refer to the Door Section Identification, Graduated End Hinge and Strut Identification, to determine the appropriate hinges / struts for your section.
Lay the short strut onto the bottom rail of the bottom section. Position the bottom of the strut
3/4” up from the bottom edge of the bottom section. Center the short strut from side to side on the section surface.
Drill pilot holes, 1” deep into the bottom section using a 1/8” drill bit.
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
Attach the strut using (1) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screw at each pre-drilled hole.
Using the appropriate graduated end hinges for the ends and depending on the width of your door, enough center hinge(s) for each pre-drilled hole location(s). Starting at the upper left hand corner of the bottom section. Position the lower hinge leaf of the appropriate graduated end hinge onto the upper corner of the bottom section. Align the slots of the lower hinge leaf with the pre-drilled holes or the factory installed threads in the bottom section. Next, lay a long strut over the lower hinge leaf and over the top rail of the bottom section. Center the long strut from side to side, as shown.
FOR 2” LONG STRUT APPLICATIONS: Attach the upper slot of the graduated end hinge to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolt, (1) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut or (1)
1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolt. Attach the lower slot of the graduated end hinge and the upper leg of
strut to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolt, (1) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut or (1) 1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolt. Next secure the bottom leg of strut to the bottom section using
(1) 1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolt. Repeat for other side.
For doors with double graduated end hinges, position the second graduated end hinge next to the first (single) graduated end hinge. Using the second graduated end hinge as a template, drill pilot holes, 1” deep into the bottom section with a 1/8” drill bit.
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
Attach the upper slot of the graduated end hinge to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 14 x
1” lag screw. Attach the upper leg of strut to the lower slot of the graduated end hinge to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screw. Next secure the bottom leg of strut to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screw. Repeat for other side.
For Center Hinges, align the slots of the lower hinge leaf with the pre-drilled holes or at each center stile at the top rail of bottom section. Using the center hinge as a template, drill pilot holes, 1” deep into the bottom section with a 1/8” drill bit (if needed).
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
Attach the strut and center hinge to the bottom section using (2) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screws at each pre-drilled hole. Repeat same process for other center hinge(s).
FOR 3” LONG STRUT APPLICATIONS: Attach the upper slot of the graduated end hinge,
(1) strut clip and the upper leg of strut to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolt, (1) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut or (1) 1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolt. Next secure the bottom leg of strut, the slot of the graduated end hinge to the bottom section (1) 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolt, (1) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut or (1) 1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolt. Repeat for other side.
For doors with double graduated end hinges, position the second graduated end hinge next to the first (single) graduated end hinge. Using the second graduated end hinge as a template, drill pilot holes, 1” deep into the bottom section with a 1/8” drill bit.
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
Attach the upper leg of strut to the upper slot of the graduated end hinge to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screw. Next secure the bottom leg of strut to the lower slot of the graduated end hinge to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screw. Repeat for other side.
NOTE: If you have single graduated end hinges, insert a short stem track roller / short stem tandem track roller (if included) into the hinge tube on each side.
NOTE: If you have double graduated end hinges, insert a long stem track roller / short stem tandem track roller (if included) into the hinge tubes on each side.
IMPORTANT: WHEN PLACING TRACK ROLLERS / TANDEM TRACK ROLLER (IF INCLUDED)
INTO GRADUATED END HINGES NUMBER 2 AND HIGHER, THE TRACK ROLLER / TANDEM
TRACK ROLLER (IF INCLUDED) GOES INTO TUBE FURTHEST AWAY FROM SECTION.
For Center Hinges, align the slots of the lower hinge leaf with the pre-drilled holes or at each center stile at the top rail of bottom section. Using the center hinge as a template, drill pilot holes, 1” deep into the bottom section with a 1/8” drill bit (if needed).
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
Attach (1) strut clip strut, top leg of strut to the lower slot of the center hinge to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screws. Next secure the bottom leg of strut to the lower slot of the center hinge to the bottom section using (1) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screw. Repeat for other center hinge(s).
NOTE: Ensure the short edge of the strut clip is pointing towards the hinge and the long edge of the strut clip is pointing towards the strut.
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Half Center Hinges
Tools Required: Power drill, 1/8” Drill bit, Socket driver 7/16”, Wrench 7/16”,
Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: If you don’t have half center hinges, then skip this step. Refer to Package Contents /
Parts Breakdown, to determine if you have half center hinges.
Using a tape measure, position the half center hinges equally spaced in between the center hinges and equally spaced in between the center hinges and the graduated end hinges. Position the holes of the lower hinge leaf, as shown. Using the half center hinge as a template, drill pilot holes, 1” deep into the bottom section with a 1/8” drill bit (if needed).
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
Attach the lower hinge leaf of the center hinge to the bottom section using (2) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screws. Repeat for other half center hinge(s).
Set the bottom section aside and place the Intermediate I section face down on a couple of sawhorses or flat clean/ smooth surface. Reference step Strutting and this step to attach the long struts and hinges to the top rail of the section in the same manner. Repeat the same process for the other Intermediate II section and the Intermediate III section (if applicable).
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Top Fixtures
Tools Required: Power drill, 1/8” / 9/32” Drill bit, Socket driver 7/16”, Wrench
7/16”, Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: If your door came with two top fixtures, then one top fixture are required for each side.
NOTE: If your door came with four top fixtures, then two top fixtures are required for each side.
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Place the top section face down on a couple of sawhorses or flat clean/ smooth surface.
Loosely secure the top fixture slide and the “L” reinforcement bracket (if applicable) to the top fixture base using (1) 5/16” - 18 x 3/4” carriage bolt and (1) 5/16” - 18 hex nut, as shown.
Repeat for other top fixture assembly / top fixture assemblies.
NOTE: Disregard the “L” reinforcement bracket(s), if they were not supplied with your door.
NOTE: Depending on your door application, you may have to use the top fixture assembly, as a template.
Depending on your door application, your top section may or may not have pre-drilled holes / factory installed threads.
NOTE: If the “L” reinforcement bracket(s) was not supplied with your door, then only (2) 9/32” diameter drilled holes are needed, along with only (2) 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolts and (2)
1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts or (2) 1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolts are used to attach the top fixture assembly to the top section.
FOR TOP SECTION, WITH NO HOLES: Starting on the left hand side, align the lip of the top fixture base onto the top corner of the top section and even with the side edge of the top section. Using the top fixture base as a template, mark and pre-drill (3) 9/32” diameter holes through the top section. Attach the top fixture base to the top section using (3) 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolts and (3) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts. Repeat the same process for the right hand side.
FOR TOP SECTION, WITH PRE-DRILLED HOLES: Starting on the left hand side, align the lip of the top fixture base onto the top corner of the top section and even with the side edge of the top section. Attach the top fixture base to the top section using (3) 1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolts and (3) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts. Repeat the same process for the right hand side.
FOR TOP SECTION, WITH FACTORY INSTALLED THREADS: Starting on the left hand side, align the lip of the top fixture base onto the top corner of the top section and even with the side edge of the top section. Attach the top fixture base to the top section using (3) 1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolts. Repeat the same process for the right hand side.
IF YOU HAVE FOUR TOP FIXTURE ASSEMBLIES: Position the second top fixture assembly next to the first installed top fixture assembly, as shown and secure it to the top section using
(3) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screws. Repeat the same process for the right hand side.
NOTE: If the “L” reinforcement bracket(s) was not supplied with your door, then only (2) 9/32” diameter holes drilled holes are needed, along with only (2) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screws used to attach the top fixture assembly to the top section.
If you have two top fixtures installed, insert a short stem track roller into each of the top fixture slides.
If you have four top fixtures installed, insert a long stem track roller into each of the top fixture slides.
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Strutting For Top Section
Tools Required: Power drill, 1/8” Drill bit, Socket driver 7/16”, Wrench 7/16”,
Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
Lay a short strut onto the top rail of the top section. Position the top of the strut 3/4” down from the top edge of the top section. Center the short strut from side to side on the section surface.
Drill pilot holes, 1” deep into the top section using a 1/8” drill bit.
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
Attach the strut using (1) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screw at each predrilled hole.
Bottom Section
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Tools Required: Tape measure, Level, Wooden shims (if necessary), Safety glasses, Leather gloves
Center the bottom section in the door opening. Level the section using wooden shims (if necessary) under the bottom section. When the bottom section is leveled, temporarily hold it in place by driving a nail into the jamb and bending it over the edge of the bottom section on both sides.
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Vertical Tracks
Tools Required: Power Drill, 3/16” Drill bit, 7/16” Socket driver, Tape measure,
Level, Step ladder, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: Depending on your door, you may have Fully Adjustable Flag Angles, Riveted Vertical
Track Assemblies or you may have Angle Mount Vertical Track Assemblies. Refer to Package
Contents / Parts Breakdown, to determine which Flag Angles / Vertical Track Assemblies you have.
IMPORTANT: IF YOUR DOOR IS TO BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO A FINISHING CONSTRUCTION
OF THE BUILDING’S FLOOR, THE VERTICAL TRACKS AND THE DOOR BOTTOM SECTION
ASSEMBLY SHOULD BE INSTALLED SUCH THAT WHEN THE FLOOR IS CONSTRUCTED, NO
DOOR OR TRACK PARTS ARE TRAPPED IN THE FLOOR CONSTRUCTION.
IMPORTANT: THE TOPS OF THE VERTICAL TRACKS MUST BE LEVEL FROM SIDE TO SIDE.
IF THE BOTTOM SECTION WAS SHIMMED TO LEVEL IT, THE VERTICAL TRACK ON THE
SHIMMED SIDE MUST BE RAISED THE HEIGHT OF THE SHIM.
Position the left hand vertical track assembly / wall angle track assembly over the track rollers of the bottom section. Make sure the counterbalance lift cable is located between the track rollers and the door jamb. Drill 3/16” pilot holes into the door jamb for the lag screws.
FOR FULLY ADJUSTABLE FLAG ANGLES: Loosely fasten jamb brackets and flag angle to the jamb using 5/16” x 1-5/8” lag screws. Tighten lag screws, securing the bottom jamb
bracket to jamb, maintain 3/8” to 5/8” spacing, between the bottom section and vertical track. Hang counterbalance lift cable over flag angle. Repeat same process for other side.
FOR RIVETED VERTICAL TRACK ASSEMBLY: Loosely fasten jamb brackets and flag angle to the jamb using 5/16” x 1-5/8” lag screws. Tighten lag screws, securing the bottom jamb bracket to jamb, maintain 3/8” to 5/8” spacing as shown between the bottom section and vertical track. Hang counterbalance lift cable over flag angle. Repeat same process for other side.
FOR ANGLE MOUNT VERTICAL TRACK ASSEMBLY: Loosely fasten the slots in the wall angle to the jamb using 5/16” x 1-5/8” lag screws. Tighten lag screws, securing the bottom slot in the wall angle, maintain 3/8” to 5/8” spacing as shown between the bottom section and vertical track. Hang counterbalance lift cable over angle mount. Repeat same process for other side.
IF YOU HAVE 2” VERTICAL TRACKS: Tighten lag screws, securing the bottom jamb bracket
/ bottom slot to jamb, maintain 3/8” to 5/8” spacing, between the bottom section and vertical track.
IF YOU HAVE 3” VERTICAL TRACKS: Tighten lag screws, securing the bottom jamb bracket
/ bottom slot to jamb, maintain 1/2” to 3/4” spacing, between the bottom section and vertical track.
Hang counterbalance lift cable over flag angle / wall angle. Repeat same process for other side.
Stacking Sections
Tools Required: Power Drill, 1/8” / 9/32” Drill bit, 7/16” Socket driver, Tape
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measure, Level, Step ladder, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: Make sure graduated end and center hinges are flipped down, when stacking another section on top.
NOTE: Larger doors will use long stem track rollers / long stem tandem rollers with double graduated end hinges.
Place track rollers and or tandem rollers into graduated end hinges of remaining sections.
With assistance, lift intermediate I (second) section and guide the track rollers / tandem rollers into the vertical tracks. Lower section until it is seated against bottom section. Keep sections vertically aligned. Repeat same process for other sections, except top section.
NOTE: Refer to Graduated End Hinge And Strut Identification, to determine if your doors requires strutting, prior to attaching sections.
NOTE: Follow the typical practice, as shown in Steps Strutting and Step Half Center Hinges prior to installing the long struts and hinges to the lower rail of section(s).
NOTE: If no strutting is require on the lower rail of section, then follow instructions below.
FOR GRADUATED END HINGES: Starting with the outer graduated end hinges, flip the upper hinge leaf up and use it as a template. Mark and pre-drill (2) 9/32” diameter holes through the section. Attach the upper hinge leaf, strut (if required) to the section using (2)
1/4” - 20 x 3” carriage bolts and (2) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts or (2) 1/4” - 20 x 1-3/8” bolts.
NOTE: If you have double graduated end hinges, flip the inner upper hinge leaf up and use it as a template. Mark and pre-drill (2) 1/8” pilot holes, 1” deep into the section with a 1/8” drill bit. Attach the upper hinge leaf, strut (if required) to the section using (2) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screws. Repeat same process for other inner upper hinge leafs.
FOR CENTER HINGE(S) AND OR HALF CENTER HINGE(S): Starting with the center hinge, flip the upper hinge leaf up and use it as a template. Mark and pre-drill (2) 1/8” pilot holes,
1” deep into the section with a 1/8” drill bit, per center hinge. Attach the upper hinge leaf, strut (if required) to the section using (2) 1/4” - 14 x 1” lag screws. Repeat same process for other center hinge(s).
IMPORTANT: BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO DRILL THRU THE SECTION. ONLY DRILL 1”
DEEP.
IMPORTANT: PUSH & HOLD THE HINGE LEAFS SECURELY AGAINST THE SECTIONS WHILE
SECURING WITH APPROPRIATE FASTENERS. THERE SHOULD BE NO GAP BETWEEN THE
HINGE LEAFS AND THE SECTIONS.
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Top Section
Tools Required: Power drill, 7/16” Socket driver, 7/16” Wrench, Step ladder,
Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
Place the top section in the opening. Temporarily secure the top section by driving a nail into the header near the center of the door and bending it over the top section. Now, flip up the graduated end hinge and center hinge leaves, hold tight against section, and fasten center hinges first and end hinges last (refer to step, Stacking Sections). Vertical track alignment is critical. For 2” track, position flag angle / wall angle between 1-11/16” (43 mm) to 1-3/4”
(44 mm) from the edge of the door; tighten the bottom lag screw. For 3” track, position flag angle / wall angle between 2-3/16” (56 mm) to 2-1/4” (57 mm) from the edge of the door; tighten the bottom lag screw.
Flag angles / wall angles must be parallel to the door sections. Repeat same process for other side.
IMPORTANT: THE DIMENSION BETWEEN THE FLAG ANGLES MUST BE:
FOR 2” TRACK APPLICATIONS: door width plus 3-3/8” (86mm) to 3-1/2” (89 mm) for smooth, safe door operation.
FOR 3” TRACK APPLICATIONS: door width plus 4-7/8” (124mm) to 5” (127 mm) for smooth, safe door operation.
Complete the vertical track installation by securing the jamb bracket(s) or slots in the wall angle and tightening the other lag screws. Push the vertical track against the track rollers so that the track rollers are touching the deepest part of the curved side of the track; tighten all the track bolts and nuts. Repeat for other side.
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Horizontal Tracks
Tools Required: Ratchet wrench, 9/16” 7/16” Socket, 9/16” 7/16” Wrench, Step ladder, Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: Depending on your door, you may have Fully Adjustable Flag Angles, Riveted Vertical
Track Assemblies or you may have Angle Mount Vertical Track Assemblies. Refer to Package
Contents / Parts Breakdown, to determine which Flag Angles / Vertical Track Assemblies you have.
WARNING
DO NOT RAISE DOOR UNTIL HORIZONTAL TRACKS ARE SECURED AT
REAR, AS OUTLINED IN STEP, REAR BACK HANGS, OR DOOR COULD FALL
FROM OVERHEAD POSITION CAUSING SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
IF YOU HAVE FULLY ADJUSTABLE FLAG ANGLES: To install horizontal track, place the curved end over the top track roller of the top section. Align the bottom of the horizontal track with the top of the vertical track. Tighten the horizontal track to the flag angle with (2) 1/4” -
20 x 9/16” track bolts and (2) 1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts.
IF YOU HAVE RIVETED TRACK ASSEMBLIES OR ANGLE MOUNT VERTICAL TRACK
ASSEMBLIES: To install horizontal track, place the curved end over the top roller of the top section. Align the bottom of the horizontal track with the top of the vertical track. Tighten the horizontal track to the Flag Angle / Angle Mount with (2) 1/4” - 20 x 9/16” track bolts and (2)
1/4” - 20 flange hex nuts.
Next level the horizontal track assembly and bolt the horizontal track angle to the first encountered slot in the flag angle / angle mount using (1) 3/8” - 16 x 3/4” truss head bolt and (1) 3/8” - 16 hex nut. Repeat for other side. Next remove the nail that was temporarily holding the top section in place, installed in step, Top Section.
IMPORTANT: FAILURE TO REMOVE NAIL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RAISE DOOR COULD
CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO TOP SECTION.
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Adjusting Top Fixtures
Tools Required: 7/16” Wrench, Step ladder, Tape measure, Safety glasses,
Leather gloves
With horizontal tracks installed, you can now adjust the top fixtures. Vertically align the top section of the door with the lower sections. Once aligned, position the top fixture slide(s) out against the horizontal track. Maintaining the slide’s position, tighten the 5/16” - 18 hex nut(s) to secure the top fixture slide(s) to the top fixture base(s). Repeat for other side.
REVERSING THE TOP FIXTURE SLIDE(S) (IF NEEDED):
NOTE: If needed, you can reverse the top fixture slide(s). Follow these instructions, prior to securing the top fixture slide(s) to the top fixture base(s).
Remove the top fixture slide(s) by removing the 5/16” - 18 hex nut(s). Remove the track roller from the top fixture slide and flip the top fixture slide in the opposite direction. Re-insert the track roller back into the top fixture slide(s) and loosely fasten the top fixture slide(s) to the bracket using 5/16” - 18 x 3/4” carriage bolt(s) and 5/16” - 18 hex nut(s), as shown. Now follow the instructions at the top of this step “Adjusting top fixture slide(s)”.
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End Bearing Brackets
Tools Required: Step ladder, Power drill, 3/16” Drill bit, Ratchet wrench, 7/16”
Socket driver, 9/16” Socket, 9/16” Wrench, Tape measure, Safety glasses,
Leather gloves
NOTE: Refer to Package Contents / Parts Breakdown, to determine which End Bearing
Brackets you have.
NOTE: Prior to fastening end bearing brackets into the door jamb, pilot drill using a 3/16” drill bit.
IMPORTANT: RIGHT AND LEFT HAND IS ALWAYS DETERMINED FROM INSIDE THE BUILDING
LOOKING OUT.
NOTE: Depending on your door’s configuration you may have to break the end bearing brackets apart.
NOTE: End bearing brackets are right and left hand.
Attach the left hand end bearing bracket through either the end bearing bracket’s upper or lower slots to the left hand horizontal track angle using (2) 3/8” - 16 x 3/4” truss head bolts and (2) 3/8” - 16 nuts.
IMPORTANT: THE END BEARING BRACKET’S LOWER SLOTS ARE USED ON DOORS WITH
12” RADIUS TRACK; THE UPPER SLOTS ARE USED ON DOORS WITH 15” RADIUS TRACK.
Secure the top of the end bearing bracket to the jamb using 5/16” x 1-5/8” lag screw(s).
Repeat the same process for right hand side.
(2) 3/8”-16
Hex nuts
(2) 3/8”-16
Hex nuts
Left end bracket
(2) 3/8”-16 x 3/4”
Truss head bolts
Upper slots
Lower slots
Bend back and fourth to seperate the (2) end bearing brackets
Left end bracket
(2) 3/8”-16 x 3/4”
Truss head bolts
Upper slot
Lower slots
Typicall center of end bearing bracket
Horizontal line
(1) 5/16” x 1-5/8”
Lag screw
Horizontal track angle
(3) 5/16” x 1-5/8”
Lag screws
Horizontal track angle
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Center Bracket
Tools Required: Step ladder, Power drill, 7/16” Socket driver, 3/16” Drill bit, 1/4”
Torx bit, Level, Tape measure, Pencil, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: Refer to Package Contents / Parts Breakdown, to determine which Center Bracket(s) came with your door.
NOTE: Prior to fastening center bracket(s) into the door jamb, pilot drill using a 3/16” drill bit.
NOTE: Refer to Package Contents / Parts Breakdown, to determine if your door came with a coupler assembly. If your door came with a coupler assembly, the mounting surface needs to be a minimum of 17” wide. The two center bearing brackets will need to be spaced 12” to
14” apart at the center of the door, as shown.
NOTE: If your door came with (4) springs, each of the outer springs mounting surface will need to be a minimum of 3” wide.
NOTE: If needed, measure the diameter of your springs. If you have a one piece shaft with
3-3/4” diameter springs, they do not share center brackets and do not have a coupler assembly.
First, locate the center of the door. Mark a vertical pencil line on the mounting surface above the door, at the center. Measure from the center of the bearing, in one of the end bearing brackets, downwards, to the top the door. Using that measurement, measure that distance upwards from the top of the door to the mounting surface and mark a horizontal pencil line which intersects the vertical pencil line.
Typicall center bracket
Mounting surface
Vertical line
Equal distance (top of door section to horizontal line)
NOTE: On some single spring doors, the single spring can be longer than half the opening width. If your spring is longer, then the center bracket must be mounted off center for the spring to fit properly. Measure spring length to determine appropriate center bracket location.
Mounting surface
(3” Minimum)
Center bracket bushing assembly
(2) 5/16” x 1-5/8”
Lag screws
Vertical line
Mounting surface
(3” Minimum)
Vertical line
(2) 5/16” x 1-5/8”
Lag screws
Horizontal line
Horizontal line
(1) 5/16” X 2” or (1) 5/16” x 1-5/8” Tamper-resistant lag screw
Center bearing bracket assembly
If your door did come with a center coupler assembly or 3-3/4” ID Torsion Springs: Mark a vertical pencil line on the mounting surface above the door, at the center. Split the difference up and position the (2) center bearing brackets apart from each other. Mark two vertical pencil lines, one for each center bearing bracket onto the mounting surface above the door.
NOTE: If your door came with a center coupler assembly or if it utilizes 3-3/4” springs, the springs will not share a center bracket.
NOTE: If your door has (4) springs, split the distance between the center of the door and the end bracket on each side to locate the intermediate center brackets.
Attach each of the center bracket(s) to the mounting surface, using (2) 5/16” x 1-5/8” lag screws and (1) 5/16” x 2” tamper-resistant lag screw.
IMPORTANT: USE A 5/16” X 1-5/8” TAMPER-RESISTANT LAG SCREW INSTEAD OF THE
5/16” X 2” TAMPER-RESISTANT LAG SCREW IF MOUNTING SURFACE IS MOUNTED OVER
MASONRY. TAMPER-RESISTANT LAG SCREW MUST BE ATTACHED THROUGH THE BOTTOM
HOLE OF THE CENTER BRACKET(S).
Mounting surface
(17” Minimum)
Center of door
Vertical line
Vertical line
†12”
(2) 5/16” x 1-5/8”
Lag screws
(2) 5/16” x 1-5/8”
Lag screws
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Horizontal line
(1) 5/16” X 2” or (1) 5/16” x 1-5/8” Tamper-resistant lag screw
† (2) Center bearing brackets spaced 6” to 7” apart from the center of the door.
Torsion Spring Assembly
Tools Required: 3/8” Wrench, 9/16” Wrench, Step ladder, Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: Refer to the Package Contents and or Parts Breakdown to determine if your door came with a coupler assembly.
IMPORTANT: RIGHT AND LEFT HAND IS ALWAYS DETERMINED FROM INSIDE THE BUILDING
LOOKING OUT.
IMPORTANT: IDENTIFY THE TORSION SPRINGS PROVIDED AS EITHER RIGHT WOUND (RED
WINDING CONE), WHICH GOES ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OR LEFT WOUND (BLACK WINDING
CONE), WHICH GOES ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE.
IMPORTANT: ON SINGLE SPRING APPLICATIONS, ONLY A LEFT WOUND (BLACK WINDING
CONE), WHICH GOES ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE IS REQUIRED.
NOTE: The set screws used on all torsion winding cones and cable drums are now colored red. DO NOT identify right and left hand by the set screw color.
IF YOU DON’T HAVE A COUPLER ASSEMBLY:
Facing the inside of the door, lay the torsion shaft / torsion keyed shaft on the floor. Lay the torsion spring with the black winding cone and the black cable drum at the right end of the torsion shaft / torsion keyed shaft. Lay the torsion spring with the red winding cone and the red cable drum at the left end of the torsion shaft / torsion keyed shaft.
Slide the center bracket bearing / center bracket bushing onto the torsion shaft / torsion keyed shaft followed by the torsion springs and cable drums.
IMPORTANT: THE CENTER BRACKET BEARING / CENTER BRACKET BUSHING, TORSION
SPRINGS, AND CABLE DRUMS MUST BE POSITIONED, AS SHOWN.
IF YOUR DOOR DID NOT COME WITH A CENTER COUPLER ASSEMBLY OR TORSION
SPRINGS LESS THAN 3-3/4” ID: Mark a vertical pencil line on the mounting surface above the door, at the center. Align the edge of the center bracket with the vertical pencil line and the center of the center bracket with the horizontal pencil line; this is to ensure the torsion shaft is level between the center and end bearing brackets.
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Left hand cable drum, red
Right hand cable drum, black
Torsion shaft
Center bearing
Right wound, red winding cone (left hand side)
Left wound, black winding cone
(right hand side)
IMPORTANT: ON SINGLE
SPRING APPLICATIONS,
ONLY A LEFT WOUND
(BLACK WINDING CONE),
WHICH GOES ON THE RIGHT
HAND SIDE IS REQUIRED.
With assistance, pick up the torsion spring assembly and slide one end of the torsion shaft
/ torsion keyed shaft through one end bearing bracket. Lay the middle of the torsion shaft / torsion keyed shaft into the center bracket. Slide the other end of the torsion shaft / torsion keyed shaft into the other end bearing bracket. Position the torsion shaft / torsion keyed shaft so that equal amounts of the shaft extend from each end bearing bracket.
Left hand end bearing bracket
Equal spacing
Center bracket bushing
Right hand end bearing bracket
Torsion shaft
Center bracket
IF YOU HAVE A COUPLER ASSEMBLY:
Disassemble the coupler assembly by removing the (3) 3/8” - 16 x 1-3/4” hex head screws and the (3) 3/8” - 16 nylon hex lock nuts from the coupler halves. Loosen the set screws.
Set the components aside. Facing the inside of the door, lay the (2) torsion keyed shafts on the floor. One torsion keyed shaft on the left hand side and the other torsion keyed shaft on the right hand side. Starting on the left hand side, lay one of the coupler halves, the center bearing, torsion spring with the red winding cone and the red cable drum at the left end of the torsion keyed shaft. Next on the right hand side, lay the other coupler half, center bearing, the torsion spring with the black winding cone, and the black cable drum at the right end of the torsion keyed shaft.
Slide the coupler halves, center bearings onto the torsion keyed shafts followed by the torsion springs and the cable drums, as shown.
IMPORTANT: THE COUPLER HALVES, CENTER BEARINGS, TORSION SPRINGS, CABLE
DRUMS MUST BE POSITIONED, AS SHOWN.
Slide the flat edge of the couple half flush with the side edge of the torsion keyed shaft. Insert
(1) key into the slot of both the coupler half and the slot in the torsion keyed shaft. Tighten the (2) set screws and the locking nut to secure the coupler half to the torsion keyed shaft, as shown.
NOTE: Tighten the set screws to 14-15 ft. lbs. of torque (once set screws contact the shaft, tighten set screws one full turn). Repeat the same process for the other coupler half.
Set screws and Lock nut
Coupler halves
Black cable drum
(right hand side)
Center coupler assembly
(3) 3/8” - 16 x 1-3/4” Hex head screws and (3) 3/8” - 16 Nylon hex lock nut
Torsion keyed shaft
Coupler halves
Red cable drum
(left hand side)
Center bearing
Right wound, red winding cone
(left hand side)
Torsion keyed shaft
Set screws and Lock nut
Key
Center bearing
Left wound, black winding cone
(right hand side)
Key
Coupler halves assembled
Set screws and Lock nut
Coupler halves
Black cable drum
(right hand side)
Torsion keyed shaft
Center coupler assembly
Center bearing
(3) 3/8” - 16 x 1-3/4” Hex head screws and (3) 3/8” - 16 Nylon hex lock nut
Coupler halves
Left wound, black winding cone
(right hand side)
Key Red cable drum
(left hand side)
Center bearing
Center bearing
Right wound, red winding cone
(left hand side)
Torsion keyed shaft
Set screws and Lock nut
Key
Coupler halves assembled
With assistance and starting on the left hand side of door, pick up the left hand torsion spring assembly and slide one end of the torsion keyed shaft through the end bearing bracket. Lay the other side of the torsion keyed shaft into the center bracket. Repeat the same process for the right hand torsion spring assembly. Position both torsion keyed shafts so that equal amounts of the shafts extend from each end bearing brackets.
Equal spacing
Center bearing brackets
Torsion keyed shaft
Right hand end bearing bracket
Center bearing
Torsion keyed shaft
Coupler half
Equal spacing
Right wound, red winding cone (left hand side)
Left hand end bearing bracket
Left hand end bearing bracket
Equal spacing
Center bracket bushing
Right hand end bearing bracket
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Torsion keyed shafts Center bracket
Torsion Spring Attachment
Tools Required: Step ladder, Ratchet Wrench, 9/16” Socket, 9/16” Wrench, Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
NOTE: Refer to Package Contents / Parts Breakdown, to determine which Center Bracket(s) came with your door.
NOTE: Refer to Package Contents / Parts Breakdown, to determine if your door came with a coupler assembly.
IMPORTANT: THE SPRING WARNING TAG(S) SUPPLIED MUST BE SECURELY ATTACHED
TO THE STATIONARY SPRING CONE(S) IN PLAIN VIEW. SHOULD A REPLACEMENT SPRING
WARNING TAG BE REQUIRED, CONTACT WAYNE DALTON FOR REPLACEMENT.
NOTE: Measure the diameter of your springs. If your spring diameter is 3-3/4”, the springs do not share center brackets. If your spring diameter is either 2” or 2-5/8”, then two springs will share the same center bracket, unless a coupler assembly is provided.
IF YOU DON’T HAVE A COUPLER ASSEMBLY:
Slide center bracket bushing into the spring. Align the stationary spring cone(s) with the holes in the center bracket bushing assembly. Secure the torsion spring(s) to the center bracket bushing assembly with (2) 3/8” - 16 x 1-1/2” hex head bolts and (2) 3/8” - 16 nuts.
IF YOU HAVE A COUPLER ASSEMBLY:
Slide center bracket bushing into the spring. Align the stationary spring cone with the holes in the center bracket. Secure the torsion spring to the center bracket with (2) 3/8” - 16 x 1-1/2” hex head bolts and (2) 3/8” - 16 nuts. Repeat the same process for the other center bearing bracket.
At the middle of the two center bearing brackets, re-assemble the coupler assembly by loosely fastening the coupler halves together using the (3) 3/8” - 16 x 1-3/4” hex head screws and the (3) 3/8” - 16 nylon hex lock nuts, as shown.
NOTE: Ensure both torsion keyed shafts have equal amounts of the shafts extending from each end bearing bracket.
Stationary spring cone
Typical center bracket
Torsion spring
Stationary spring cone
Torsion spring
Typical center bracket bushing
Spring warning tags
Typicall left hand end bearing bracket
Typicall left hand cable drum
Counterbalance lift cable
Torsion shaft /
Torsion keyed shaft
Counterbalance lift cable hooked in cable drum
(2) 3/8”-16 Nuts
Typical center bracket assembly
Jamb
Locking pliers
Torsion spring
Torsion spring
Typicall left hand end bearing bracket
Key
Stationary spring cone
(2) 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2”
Hex head bolts
(3) 3/8” - 16 x 1-3/4” hex head screws and
(3) 3/8” - 16 Hex nuts
Torsion spring
Stationary spring cone
Center bracket
Torsion spring
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Center bracket
Coupler assembly
Coupler halves
(2) 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2”
Hex head bolts and (2)
3/8”-16 Hex nuts
Counterbalance Lift Cables
Tools Required: Step ladder, Locking pliers, 3/8” Wrench, Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
Starting on the left hand side, thread the counterbalance lift cable up and around the front side of the left hand cable drum.
IMPORTANT: VERIFY THAT THERE ARE NO COUNTERBALANCE LIFT CABLE OBSTRUCTIONS.
NOTE: Always assemble the left hand cable and cable drum first to help maintain equal cable tension on both sides of the door.
Hook the counterbalance lift cable into the left hand cable drum. Slide the left hand cable drum up against the left hand end bearing bracket. Counterbalance lift cable should terminate at the 3 o’clock position. Tighten the (2) set screws in the drum to 14-15 ft. lbs. of torque (once set screws contact the shaft, tighten screws one full turn).
NOTE: If you have torsion keyed shaft(s), insert (1) key into the slot of both the cable drum and the slot in the torsion keyed shaft, as shown.
Rotate the left hand drum and torsion shaft until counterbalance lift cable is taut. Now attach locking pliers to the torsion shaft and brace locking pliers up against jamb to keep counterbalance lift cable taut. Repeat for right hand side.
IMPORTANT: INSPECT EACH COUNTERBALANCE LIFT CABLE MAKING SURE THEY ARE
SEATED PROPERLY ONTO THE CABLE DRUMS AND THAT BOTH COUNTERBALANCE LIFT
CABLES HAVE EQUAL TENSION.
Once the counterbalance cables are set and if applicable tighten the coupler assembly together by tightening the (3) 3/8” - 16 nylon hex lock nuts to secure the coupler halves together.
Counterbalance lift cable
Typicall left hand cable drum
Set screws
Torsion shaft
Torsion shaft /
Torsion keyed shaft(s)
Chalking Torsion Spring(s)
Tools Required: Step ladder, Chalk, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
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Draw a chalk line horizontally along the center of the torsion spring coil(s). As the torsion spring is wound, the chalk line will create a spiral. This spiral can be used to count and determine the number of turns that are applied on the torsion spring.
Original horizontal chalk line, prior to winding
Center bracket
Torsion spring coils
Winding cone
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Spirals created after winding
Securing Door for Spring Winding
Tools Required: Vice clamps, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
With the door in the fully closed position, place vice clamps / c-clamps onto both vertical tracks just above the third track roller. This is to prevent the garage door from rising while winding springs.
NOTE: Check the following before attempting to wind torsion spring(s): a. Counterbalance lift cables are secured at bottom corner brackets.
b. Counterbalance lift cables are routed unobstructed to cable drums.
c. Counterbalance lift cables are correctly installed and wound onto cable lift drums.
d. Counterbalance lift cables are taut and have equal tension on both sides.
e. Cable lift drums are against end bearing brackets and set screws are tight.
f. Torsion spring or springs are installed correctly.
g. Review the label attached to the spring warning tag, to determine number of spring turns required.
NOTE: Door MUST be closed and locked when winding or making any adjustments to the torsion spring(s).
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WARNING
FAILURE TO ENSURE DOOR IS IN A CLOSED POSITION AND TO PLACE
VICE CLAMP ONTO VERTICAL TRACK CAN ALLOW DOOR TO RAISE AND
CAUSE SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
Winding Bars
(Steel Rods)
Size Of Winding Bar
(Inches)
1/2” dia. x 18”
5/8” dia. x 24”
Spring Diameter
Used On
2” and 2-5/8”
3-3/4”
C-Clamps still securely holding the winding rod, tighten both set screws in the winding cone to 14-15 ft. lbs. of torque (once set screws contact the torsion shaft, tighten screws one full turn).
Carefully remove winding rod from winding cone. Repeat for the opposite spring. While holding the door down to prevent it from raising unexpectedly in the event the spring(s) were over-wound, carefully remove the locking pliers from the torsion shaft and vertical tracks.
Adjustments to the number of turns stated may be necessary. If door rises off floor under spring tension alone, reduce spring tension until door rests on the floor. If the door is hard to rise or drifts down on its own, add spring tension.
Torsion spring(s) should be wound in the direction the end coil points.
Torsion spring(s)
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Typical sections
Vice clamps / C-Clamps attached to inner and outer rail of vertical track
Vice clamps above third track roller on both sides of door
Bottom section
Winding Spring(s)
Tools Required: Step ladder, Approved winding bars, 3/8” Wrench, Tape measure, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
Spring coils
HIGH SPRING TENSION CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Approved winding rod
Winding cone
HIGH SPRING TENSION CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT adjust, repair or remove springs or parts to which springs are connected, such as steel brackets, cables, wood blocks, fasteners or other parts of the counterbalance system.
Adjustments or repairs must and instructions.
ONLY be made by a
DO NOT remove, cover or paint over this tag. Product user should inspect this tag periodically for the door manufacturer, as needed.
©Copyright 2010 Overhead Door Corporation 102081 REV2 06/24/2010
DO NOT adjust, repair or remove springs or parts to which springs are connected, such as steel brackets, cables, wood blocks, fasteners or other parts of the counterbalance system.
Adjustments or repairs must and instructions.
ONLY be made by a
DO NOT remove, cover or paint over this tag. Product user should inspect this tag periodically for the door manufacturer, as needed.
©Copyright 2010 Overhead Door Corporation 102081 REV2 06/24/2010
Warning tag(s)
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Set screws
IMPORTANT: CHECK THE WARNING
TAG(S) ATTACHED TO THE SPRING(S)
FOR THE REQUIRED NUMBER OF
COMPLETE TURNS, TO BALANCE
YOUR DOOR.
Torsion shaft
Approved winding rod
Rear Back Hangs
Tools Required: Ratchet wrench, Socket: 1/2” 5/8”, Wrench: 1/2” 5/8”, (2) Vice clamps, Tape measure, Level, Step ladder, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
IMPORTANT: HOLD THE DOOR DOWN TO PREVENT IT FROM RISING UNEXPECTEDLY IN THE
EVENT THE SPRING(S) WAS OVER-WOUND AND CAUTIOUSLY REMOVE VICE CLAMPS FROM
VERTICAL TRACKS.
Raise the door until the top section and half of the next section are in the horizontal track radius. Do not raise door any further since rear of horizontal tracks are not yet supported.
WINDING TORSION SPRING(S) IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS PROCE-
DURE AND SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A TRAINED DOOR SYSTEM
TECHNICIAN USING PROPER TOOLS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
USE ONLY SPECIFIED WINDING BARS, AS STATED IN STEP SECURING
DOOR FOR SPRING WINDING. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE WITH SCREWDRIV-
ERS, PIPE, ETC. OTHER TOOLS MAY FAIL OR RELEASE FROM THE SPRING
CONE AND CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
PRIOR TO WINDING OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE SPRINGS, EN-
SURE YOU’RE WINDING IN THE PROPER DIRECTION AS STATED IN THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. OTHERWISE THE SPRING FITTINGS MAY
RELEASE FROM SPRING IF NOT WOUND IN THE PROPER DIRECTION AND
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
Position a ladder slightly to the side of the spring so that the winding cone is easily accessible, and so your body is not directly in line with the winding bars.
Check the label attached to the spring warning tag for the required number of complete turns to balance your door.
Door Height Approximate Spring Turns
6’9”
7’0”
7’3”
7’6”
6’0”
6’3”
6’6”
6’8”
7’9”
8’0”
6-7/8
7-1/8
7-1/4
7-3/8
7-1/2
7-5/8
7-7/8
8
8-1/4
8-3/4
Alternately inserting the winding rods into the holes of the spring winding cone, rotate the winding cone upward toward the ceiling, 1/4 turn at a time, until the required number of complete turns for your door height is achieved. As the last 1/8 to 1/4 turn is achieved, securely hold the winding rod and carefully stretch the torsion spring 1/8” - 1/4”. Next while
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RAISING DOOR FURTHER CAN RESULT IN DOOR FALLING AND CAUSE
SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
Clamp a pair of vice clamps onto the vertical tracks just above the second track roller on one side, and just below the second track roller on the other side. This will prevent the door from raising or lowering while installing the rear back hangs.
Using the chart (Perforated Angle Gauge Weight Limitations) below, use the appropriate perforated angle (may not be supplied), (2) 5/16” x 1-5/8” hex head lag screws and (3) 5/16” bolts with nuts (may not be supplied), fabricate rear back hangs for the horizontal tracks.
Attach the horizontal tracks to the rear back hangs with 5/16” - 18 x 1” hex bolts and nuts
(may not be supplied).
NOTE: Doors heights over 8’0” or door widths over 11’0”, require an additional set of rear center back hangs to be installed and located at the middle of the horizontal tracks, see parts breakdown.
Using the chart (Perforated Angle Gauge Weight Limitations) below, use the appropriate perforated angle (may not be supplied), (2) 5/16” x 1-5/8” hex head lag screws and (3) 5/16” bolts with nuts (may not be supplied), fabricate rear center back hangs for the middle of the horizontal tracks. Attach the rear center back hangs to the horizontal tracks with (1) 3/8” truss head bolt and (1) 3/8” nut (may not be supplied).
Horizontal tracks must be level and parallel with door within 3/4” to 7/8” maximum of door edge.
EXCEEDING THE RECOMMENDED LISTED DOOR WEIGHT LIMITATIONS OF
SPECIFIC GAUGE PERFORATED ANGLES MAY RESULT IN DOOR FALLING
WHEN RAISED, CAUSING SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
VERIFY PERFORATED BACK HANG ANGLE LOAD RATINGS WITH BACK
HANG ANGLE SUPPLIER.
Perforated Angle Gauge Weight Limitations:
Perforated Angle Gauge Door Weight
2” x 2” x 12 Gauge
1-1/4” x 1-1/4” x 13 Gauge
1-1/4” x 1-1/4” x 15 Gauge
Door Weight Less Than 800 lbs.
Door Weight Less Than 305 lbs.
Door Weight Less Than 220 lbs.
Perforated Angle Gauge Weight Limitations:
1-1/4” x 1-1/4” x 16 Gauge Door Weight Less Than 175 lbs.
NOTE: If an opener is installed, position horizontal tracks one hole above level when securing it to the rear back hangs.
KEEP HORIZONTAL TRACKS PARALLEL AND WITHIN 3/4” TO 7/8” MAXI-
MUM OF DOOR EDGE, OTHERWISE DOOR COULD FALL, RESULTING IN
SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF THE DOOR ON ANY PART OF THE REAR
BACK HANGS THAT CANTILEVERS 4” OR MORE BEYOND A SOUND FRAMING MEMBER.
NOTE: If rear / center back hangs are to be installed over drywall, use (2) 5/16” x 2” hex head lag screws and make sure lag screws engage into solid structural lumber.
NOTE: 26” angle must be attached to sound framing members and nails should not be used.
Now, permanently attach the weatherstrips on both door jambs and header. The weatherstrips were temporarily attached in Preparing the Opening, in the pre-installation section of this manual.
NOTE: When permanently attaching the weatherstrips to the jambs, avoid pushing the weatherstrips too tightly against the face of door.
WARNING
PRIOR TO WINDING OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE SPRINGS, EN-
SURE YOU’RE WINDING IN THE PROPER DIRECTION AS STATED IN THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. OTHERWISE THE SPRING FITTINGS MAY
RELEASE FROM SPRING IF NOT WOUND IN THE PROPER DIRECTION AND
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY.
Now, lift door and check its balance. Adjustments to the required number of spring turns stated may be necessary. If door rises off floor under spring tension alone, reduce spring tension until door rests on the floor. If the door is hard to rise or drifts down on its own, add spring tension. A poorly balanced door can cause garage door operator operation problems.
To adjust spring tension, fully close door. Apply vice grips to track above third track roller.
Insert a winding rod into the winding cone. On single spring doors, counterbalance lift cable tension must be maintained by placing vice grips on torsion shaft before loosening set screws in the winding cone. Push upward on the winding rod while carefully loosening the set screws in the winding cone. BE PREPARED TO SUPPORT THE FULL FORCE OF THE
TORSION SPRING ONCE THE SET SCREWS ARE LOOSE. Carefully adjust spring tension 1/4 turn. Retighten both set screws in the winding cone and repeat for the other side. Recheck door balance. DO NOT ADJUST MORE THAN 1/2 TURN FROM THE RECOMMENDED NUMBER
OF TURNS.
If the door still does not operate easily, lower the door into the closed position, UNWIND THE
SPRING(S) FULLY (Reference the insert “Removing The Old Door / Preparing The Opening” section on torsion spring removal) and recheck the following the items:
1.) Check the door for level.
2.) Check the torsion shaft for level.
3.) Check the track spacing.
4.) Check the counterbalance cables for equal tension and proper wrap onto the cable drums.
5.) Check the track for potential obstruction of the track rollers.
6.) Clamp locking pliers onto track and rewind springs.
IMPORTANT: IF DOOR STILL DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, THEN CONTACT A TRAINED
DOOR SYSTEM TECHNICIAN.
Vice clamp
Horizontal track
5/16”-18 x 1-1/4”
Hex bolt must extend into the track to serve as a roller stop
Horizontal tracks
Sound framing members
2nd Track roller
Vice clamp
Perforated angle bolted using (2) 5/16” x 1-5/8” hex head lag screws to ceiling member and parallel to door
(3) 5/16” Bolts and nuts
Perforated angle
Sound framing members
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(3) 5/16”
Bolts and nuts
Horizontal track
Perforated angle
5/16”-18 x 1-1/4”
Hex bolt must extend into the track to serve as a roller stop
Perforated angle bolted using (2) 5/16” x 1-5/8” hex head lag screws to ceiling member and parallel to door
3/4” To 7/8”
Door edges
Horizontal tracks
3/4” To 7/8” extending the service life and beautifying your garage door(s).
The interior and exterior surfaces, as well as all edges must be properly primed, painted and maintained, to protect and beautify your door. These finishing instructions are intended to achieve both objectives for your wood doors(s).
NOTE: Be sure to clean behind weatherstrips on both sides and top of door.
Horizontal track
Horizontal track
(1) 3/8” Nut
(may not be supplied)
Rear center back hang
(1) 3/8” Truss head bolt
(may not be supplied)
CAUTION: NEVER MIX CLEANSERS OR DETERGENTS WITH BLEACH.
GLASS CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Clean with a mild detergent solution (same as above) and a soft cloth. After cleaning, rinse thoroughly.
ACRYLIC CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Clean acrylic glazing with nonabrasive soap or detergent and plenty of water. Use your bare hands to feel and dislodge any caked on particles. A soft, grit-free cloth, sponge or chamois may be used to wipe the surface. Do not use hard or rough cloths that will scratch the acrylic glazing. Dry glazing with a clean damp chamois.
NOTE: Do not use any window cleaning fluids, scouring compounds, gritty cloths or solventbased cleaners of any kind.
Preparations
Clean all surfaces of dust, dirt and any other contaminants. Any scarring or stains that occur during transportation, handling or storage must be re-sanded to the original condition.
Painting Your Garage Door
Drill 3/8” diameter hole
Center of the horizontal track
Label Placement
Tools Required: Step ladder, Safety glasses, Leather gloves
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IMPORTANT: USING THE ILLUSTRATION, ATTACH THE APPROPRIATE LABELS TO THE AP-
PROPRIATE LOCATION ON THE SECTION, AS SHOWN.
NOTE: The Spring Warning tag(s) are factory attached (one per spring).
NOTE: Because of different configurations, some labels may require minor relocations.
Torsion spring tag(s) (one per spring)
WARNING
DRILLING, SAWING, SANDING OR
MACHINING WOOD PRODUCTS GENERATES
STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER.
AVOID INHALING WOOD DUST OR USE A
RESPIRATOR OR OTHER SAFEGUARDS FOR
PERSONAL PROTECTION.
THIS LABEL. PRODUCT USER SHOULD
INSPECT THIS LABEL PERIODICALLY FOR
LEGIBILITY AND SHOULD ORDER A
REPLACEMENT FROM THE DOOR
MANUFACTURER AS NEEDED.
CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY
CODE SECTION 25249.6
344648 NEW 11/19/2010
Wayne Dalton, a Division of
Overhead Door Corp.
3395 Addison Dr.
Pensacola, FL 32514 www.wayne-dalton.com
Wayne Dalton, a Division of
Overhead Door Corp.
P.O. Box 67
Mt. Hope, OH 44660 www.wayne-dalton.com
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Operate door ONLY when it is properly adjusted and free of obstructions.
2. If a door becomes hard to operate, inoperative or is damaged, immediately have necessary adjustments and/or repairs
made by a trained door system technician using proper tools and instructions.
3. DO NOT stand or walk under a moving door, or permit anybody to stand or walk under an electrically operated door.
4. DO NOT place fingers or hands into open section joints when closing a door. Use lift handles/gripping points when operating door manually.
5. DO NOT permit children to operate garage door or door controls.
6. Due to constant extreme spring tension,
DO NOT attempt any adjustment, repair or alteration to any part of the door, especially to springs, spring brackets, bottom corner brackets, red colored fasteners, cables or supports. To avoid possible severe or fatal injury, have any such work performed by a trained door system technician using proper tools and instructions.
7. On electrically operated doors, pull down ropes must be removed and locks must be removed or made inoperative in the open
(unlocked) position.
8. Top section of door may need to be reinforced when attaching an electric opener. Check door and/or opener
manufacturer’s instructions.
9. VISUALLY inspect door and hardware
monthly for worn and/or broken parts.
Check to ensure door operates freely.
10. Test electric opener’s safety features
monthly, following opener manufacturer’s instructions.
11. NEVER hang tools, bicycles, hoses, clothing or anything else from horizontal tracks.
Track systems are not intended or designed to support such extra weight.
Place label at a readable height on door. DO NOT remove, cover or paint over this label. Product user should inspect this label periodically for legibility and should order a replacement label from the door manufacturer as needed.
324100 REV5 01/15/2010 Copyright 2010 Wayne Dalton, a Division of Overhead Door Corp.
WARNING
Lift handles/gripping points are required on this door, located as spelled out in the installation instructions, even if the door is motor operated.
Failure to install and use these lift handles/ gripping points on this door can result in serious injury to fingers and/or hands, if placed in the opening between sections, when the door is operated manually.
WARNING
The adjacent bottom corner bracket and all cable retention features including milford pins, cotter pins, & clevis pins are under HIGH SPRING TENSION.
Adjustments and repairs must only be made by a trained door systems technician, using proper tools and instructions.
DO NOT REMOVE, COVER OR PAINT OVER
THIS LABEL. PRODUCT USER SHOULD
LEGIBILITY AND SHOULD ORDER A
REPLACEMENT FROM THE DOOR
MANUFACTURER AS NEEDED.
Residential warning label
IMPORTANT
THIS WOOD PRODUCT REQUIRES PROPER
FINISHING PRIOR TO ANY DOOR HARDWARE BEING
APPLIED. BOTH INNER AND OUTER FACES OF THE
SECTION(S), AS WELL AS ALL EDGE SURFACES
MUST BE PREPARED AND FINISHED IN STRICT
ACC0RDANCE TO THE DIRECTIONS GIVEN IN THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S
MANUAL UNDER “MAINTENANCE AND PAINTING
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL WOOD DOORS”.
IMPROPER STORAGE, IMPROPER TRANSPORTATION
AND/OR DELAY IN FINISHING, THAT ALLOWS FOR
THE EXPOSURE OF THIS WOOD PRODUCT TO
MOISTURE AND/OR OTHER CONTAMINANTS, VOIDS
THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
316986
Bottom section warning labels
MAINTENANCE
HIGH SPRING TENSION CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT adjust, repair or remove springs or parts to which springs are connected, such as steel brackets, cables, wood blocks, fasteners or other parts of the counterbalance system.
Adjustments or repairs must ONLY be made by a trained door systems technician using proper tools and instructions.
DO NOT remove, cover or paint over this tag.
Product user should inspect this tag periodically for legibility and should order a replacement tag from the door manufacturer, as needed.
WARNING
Lift handles/gripping points are required on this door, located as spelled out in the installation instructions, even if the door is motor operated.
Failure to install and use these lift handles/ gripping points on this door can result in serious injury to fingers and/or hands, if placed in the opening between sections, when the door is operated manually.
WARNING
The adjacent bottom corner bracket and all cable retention features including milford pins, cotter pins, & clevis pins are under HIGH SPRING TENSION.
Adjustments and repairs must only be made by a trained door systems technician, using proper tools and instructions.
DO NOT REMOVE, COVER OR PAINT OVER
THIS LABEL. PRODUCT USER SHOULD
LEGIBILITY AND SHOULD ORDER A
REPLACEMENT FROM THE DOOR
MANUFACTURER AS NEEDED.
Cleaning Your Garage Door
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE A PRESSURE WASHER ON YOUR GARAGE DOOR!
An annual inspection of all the surfaces of your garage door(s) will reveal the extent of weathering and the possible need for refinishing. When the finish becomes eroded or thin, clean and prime any areas showing deterioration. Then completely refinish the door, according to the directions, listed below, or the manufacturer’s label directions. Proper finishing of the wood substrates to protect your door(s) from the effects of moisture and sunlight is vital in
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A high quality exterior 100% Acrylic Latex based finish paint is recommended for painting your wood door. FOR BEST RESULTS DO NOT USE A DARK COLOR PAINT. HIGH HEAT
ABSORPTION CAN CAUSE EXCESSIVE BOWING AND CRACKING OF THE WOOD. If priming is necessary, prime the interior and exterior surfaces, as well as all edges, using a primer compatible with the selected finish paint and for the specific species of wood substrate being finished.
NOTE: Some species of wood, such as cedar, require special primers and finishes to prevent tannin stains from appearing. Consult with your paint supplier.
If the door is factory primed by Wayne Dalton, the priming step is not required, except if touch-up is needed due to surface preparation and re-sanding.
NOTE: Wayne-Dalton uses a latex primer.
Finish paint the interior and exterior surfaces, as well as all edges with at least 2 coats of a high quality exterior 100% Acrylic Latex finish paint over the primer. Follow paint manufacture’s label directions explicitly for all coatings.
IMPORTANT: THE FOLLOWING TOP COATS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED. SHAKE AND SHINGLE
PAINTS, CLEAR COATINGS, OIL OR ALKYD PAINTS, VINYL ACETATE (PVA), VINYL ACRYLIC OR
VINYL ACETATE ACRYLIC CO-POLYMER PAINTS.
Clear Or Stained Finishes
If staining, select an exterior grade stain, approved for use on the species of wood substrates being finished and compatible with Alkyd varnishes. FOR BEST RESULTS DO NOT USE A
DARK STAIN. HIGH HEAT ABSORPTION CAN CAUSE EXCESSIVE BOWING AND CRACKING OF
THE WOOD. Apply the stain to the interior and exterior surfaces, as well as all edges, following stain manufacturer’s label directions. After proper drying time for the stain, or if wood is being left natural, apply 1 coat of waterproof exterior Alkyd varnish (marine type varnish) to the interior and exterior surfaces, as well as all edges. After recommended drying time of
1st coat, sand all surfaces with fine grit (320) sandpaper. Clean all surfaces of sanding dust and apply a 2nd coat of the Alkyd varnish to the interior and exterior surfaces, as well as all edges. After 2nd coat is dry, sand all surfaces again with fine grit (320) sandpaper. Clean all surfaces of sanding dust and apply a final 3rd coat of the Alkyd varnish to all surfaces.
Three finish coats of waterproof exterior Alkyd varnish are required to properly finish a stained or natural wood door. Follow the finish manufacturer’s label directions explicitly for each coat applied.
NOTE: Do not stain MDO plywood, apply paint only.
Only a waterproof exterior Alkyd varnish top coat finish is approved for stained or natural wood doors. Other types of top coat finishes, including deck sealers, are not acceptable and if used, will void the warranty.
Operation And Maintenance
OPERATING YOUR GARAGE DOOR:
Before you begin, read all warning labels affixed to the door and the installation instructions and owner’s manual. When correctly installed, your Wayne Dalton door will operate smoothly.
Always operate your door with controlled movements. Do not slam your door or throw your door into the open position, this may cause damage to the door or its components. If your door has an electric opener, refer to the owner’s manual to disconnect the opener before performing manual door operation below.
Manual door operation:
For additional information on manual garage door operations go to www.dasma.com and reference TDS 165.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT PLACE FINGERS OR HANDS INTO SECTION JOINTS WHEN OPENING
AND/OR CLOSING A DOOR. ALWAYS USE LIFT HANDLES / SUITABLE GRIPPING POINTS
WHEN OPERATING THE DOOR MANUALLY.
Opening a Door: Make sure the lock(s) are in the unlocked position. Lift the door by using the lift handles / suitable gripping points only. Door should open with little resistance.
Closing a Door: From inside the garage, pull door downward using lift handles / gripping point only or a high friction area only. If you are unable to reach the lift handles/ suitable gripping points only, use pull down rope affixed to the side of door. Door should close completely with little resistance.
Using an electric operator:
IMPORTANT: PULL DOWN ROPES MUST BE REMOVED AND LOCKS MUST BE REMOVED OR
MADE INOPERATIVE IN THE UNLOCKED POSITION.
When connecting a drawbar (trolley type) garage door operator to this door, an drawbar operator and or drawbar operator bracket must be securely attached to the top section of the door, along with any struts provided with the door. Always use the drawbar operator and or drawbar operator bracket supplied with the door. To avoid possible damage to your door,
Wayne Dalton recommends reinforcing the top section on models 8000, 8100, 8200 and
9100 doors with a strut (may or may not be supplied). The installation of the drawbar operator must be according to manufacturer’s instructions and force settings must be adjusted properly. Refer to the owner’s manual supplied with your drawbar operator for complete details on installation, operation, maintenance and testing of the operator.
MAINTAINING YOUR GARAGE DOOR:
Before you begin, read all warning labels affixed to the door and the installation instructions and owner’s manual. Perform routine maintenance steps once a month, and have the door professionally inspected once a year. Review your Installation Instructions and Owner’s
Manual for the garage door. These instructions are available at no charge from Wayne Dalton,
A Division Of Overhead Door Corporation, P.O. Box 67, Mt. Hope, OH., 44660, or at
www.
Wayne-Dalton.com. For additional information on garage door/operator maintenance go to
www.dasma.com and reference TDS 151, 167 and 179.
Monthly Inspections:
1. Visual Inspection: Closely inspect jambs, header and mounting surface. Any wood found not to be structurally sound must be replaced. Inspect the springs, counterbalance lift cables, track rollers, pulleys, rear back hangs and other door hardware for signs of worn or broken parts. Tighten any loose screws and/or bolts. Check exterior surface of the door sections for any minor cracks. Verify door has not shifted right or left in the opening. If you suspect problems, have a trained door system technician make the repairs.
GARAGE DOOR SPRINGS, COUNTERBALANCE LIFT CABLES, BRACK-
ETS, AND OTHER HARDWARE ATTACHED TO THE SPRINGS ARE UNDER
EXTREME TENSION, AND IF HANDLED IMPROPERLY, CAN CAUSE SEVERE
OR FATAL INJURY. ONLY A TRAINED DOOR SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN
SHOULD ADJUST THEM, BY CAREFULLY FOLLOWING THE MANUFAC-
TURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
NEVER REMOVE, ADJUST, OR LOOSEN THE BOLTS, SCREWS AND/OR
LAG SCREWS ON THE COUNTERBALANCE (END OR CENTER BEARING
BRACKETS) SYSTEM OR BOTTOM CORNER BRACKETS OF THE DOOR.
THESE BRACKETS ARE CONNECTED TO THE SPRING(S) AND ARE UNDER
EXTREME TENSION. TO AVOID POSSIBLE SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY,
HAVE ANY SUCH WORK PERFORMED BY A TRAINED DOOR SYSTEMS
TECHNICIAN USING PROPER TOOLS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
TorqueMaster
®
Plus Springs: Pawl knob(s) (located on the TorqueMaster
®
end brackets above the door) should be engaged to prevent the door from rapidly descending in case of spring failure or forceful manual operation.
Torsion Springs: The torsion springs (located above the door) should only be adjusted by a trained door systems technician. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust torsion springs yourself.
Extension Springs: A restraining cable or other device should be installed on the extension spring (located above the horizontal tracks) to help contain the spring if it breaks.
2. Door Balance: Periodically test the balance of your door. If you have a garage door drawbar operator, use the release mechanism so you can operate the door by hand when doing this test. Start with the door in the fully closed position. Lift the door to check its balance.
Adjust TorqueMaster ® or Extension spring(s), if door lifts by itself (hard to pull down) or if door is difficult to lift (easy to pull down). DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust Torsion Springs yourself. To adjust TorqueMaster ® or Extension spring(s), refer to your installation instructions and owner’s manual. If in question about any of the procedures, do not perform the work.
Instead, have it adjusted by a trained door systems technician.
3. Lubrication: The door should open and close smoothly. Ensure the door track rollers are rotating freely when opening and closing the door. If track rollers do not rotate freely, clean the door tracks, removing dirt and any foreign substances. Clean and lubricate (use a non-silicon based lubricant) graduated end hinges, center hinge(s), steel track rollers, bearings and torsion spring(s) (torsion spring coil surfaces). DO NOT lubricate plastic idler bearings, nylon track rollers, door track. DO NOT oil a cylinder lock, if actuation is difficult use
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a graphite dust to lubricate.
WARRANTY
Limited warranty
Model Series 7400
Wayne Dalton, a division of Overhead Door Corporation (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser of the Model Series 7400 (“Product”), subject to all of the terms and conditions hereof, that the Product and all components thereof will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
One (1) year, measured from the date of installation:
Seller’s obligation under this warranty is specifically limited to repairing or replacing, at its option, any part which is determined by Seller to be defective during the applicable warranty period. Any labor charges are excluded and will be the responsibility of the purchaser.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is made to the original purchaser of the Product only, and is not transferable or assignable. This warranty applies only to Product installed in a residential or other non-commercial application. It does not cover any Product installed in commercial or industrial building applications. This warranty does not apply to any unauthorized alteration or repair of the Product, or to any Product or component which has been damaged or deteriorated due to misuse, neglect, accident, puncture, drilling of holes (other than as directed by Seller), incorrect installation of hardware, fire, failure to provide necessary maintenance, normal wear and tear, exposure to salt or other corrosive environments, or acts of God or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of Seller. This warranty also specifically excludes all refinishing costs and any inconsistencies or occurrences related to the characteristics or attributes of natural wood, including but not limited to: (i) variations in the color or grain of Product sections, (ii) the emission or secretion of tannins from the Product sections which may stain or alter the color of a painted Product, and (iii) cracking, checking, lifting wood grain or cracking due to natural expansion and contraction of the Product sections.
SPECIAL PAINTING REQUIREMENTS: This warranty shall be void if the
Product sections are not painted or sealed in accordance with DASMA TDS 162
(available at
www.dasma.com) on all sides, including all edges with one (1) coat of exterior grade primer (or stain) and two (2) coats of high quality acrylic latex exterior grade finish paint (or sealer), applied in accordance with the paint or Sealer manufacturer’s instructions and Seller’s painting and maintenance instructions. Sections must be finished within five (5) days of receipt and prior to installation. Damage caused by exposure of the product to water, moisture, sun or other conditions prior to completion of painting (or Sealing) is excluded. This warranty shall also be void if the Product is painted a dark color, including but not limited to black, dark grey, dark green and dark brown*. IMPROPER TRANS-
PORTATION, STORAGE OR DELAYS IN FINISHING, THAT ALLOWS EXPOSURE OF
THE WOOD DOOR SURFACES TO MOISTURE OR OTHER CONTAMINANTS WILL
RESULT IN THE WARRANTY BEING VOIDED.
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUD-
ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN TIME TO THE AP-
PLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD REFLECTED ABOVE. NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD
HAS EXPIRED. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE RESPONSIBLE FOR, OR LIABLE TO
ANYONE FOR, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, COLLATERAL, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, even if Seller has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Such excluded damages include, but are not limited to, loss of use, cost of any substitute product, or other similar indirect financial loss.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Claims under this warranty must be made promptly after discovery, within the applicable warranty period, and in writing to the Seller whose name and address appear below. The purchaser must allow Seller a reasonable opportunity to inspect any Product claimed to be defective prior to removal or any alteration of its condition. Proof of the purchase and/or installation date, and identification as the original purchaser, may be required. There are no established informal dispute resolution procedures of the type described in the
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
• * Dark colors shall mean colors as dark as or darker than any of the following Sherwin-Williams Exterior Colors: 7069 Iron Ore (dark grey),
6447 Evergreens (dark green) or 7510 Chateau Brown (dark brown).
• SELLER: __________________________________
_____________________________________
• SELLER’S ADDRESS: __________________________________
_____________________________________
__________________________________
_____________________________________
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Thank you for your purchase.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE
Please Do Not Return This Product To The Store. Please call 1-866-569-3799 (Press Option 1) and follow the prompts to contact the appropriate customer service agent. They will be happy to handle any questions that you may have.
AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE, FASTEN THIS
MANUAL NEAR GARAGE DOOR FOR EASY REFERENCE.

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