Attach the straps to the power unit with the hardware provided.
Putting a garage door opener up.
Securely mounted hardware and rails.
Make sure the garage door is balanced.
Bolt the angle irons to a rafter or rafters with lag screws.
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If the door moves up or down on its own the torsion spring is out of adjustment which causes your opener to work harder and wear out faster.
Attach the bracket the opener came with to the wall above the door and then insert the end of the assembly into it.
Open your door halfway and let go.
Close the door and pull the emergency release cord always close the door first so it can t come crashing down.
Attach the straps to the irons with hex head screws.
Most units hang from angle irons and metal straps that have holes drilled in them at regular intervals.
If the eyes aren t connected the door won t operate.
Be sure to check your owner s manual for important safety information.