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bracket. Repeat for other side.

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.

End cap

(3) 1/4”-20 x 11/16” Self 

drilling screws (RED HEAD )

Counterbalance cable loop

Cotter pin (attached into 

place from opposite side 

of bottom corner bracket)

Clevis pin (inserted through 

cotter pin and bent into place)

Short stem 

track roller

Bottom

corner bracket

Bottom 

section

Bottom weather seal

End cap

1/4”-20 x 11/16” 

Self drilling screw

Counterbalance 

cable loop

Cotter pin (attached into 

place from opposite side 

of bottom corner bracket)

Clevis pin (inserted through 

cotter pin and bent into place)

Short stem 

track roller

Bottom

corner bracket

Bottom 

section

Bottom weather

seal

(3) 1/4”-20 x 11/16” Self 

drilling screws (RED HEAD )

Attaching Top Fixtures To Top Section

 

5

 

NOTE:

 Depending on your door, you may have Top Fixture Bases and Top Fixture Slides or 

you may have Top Fixture Assemblies. Refer to Package Contents / Breakdown of Parts, to 

determine which Top Fixtures you have.

IF YOU HAVE TOP FIXTURE ASSEMBLIES:

 Starting on the left hand side, align the top 

fixture base 3” down from the top section or below strut and even with the edge of the top 

section. The slotted half of the top fixture base should be facing upwards. Fasten to section 

through end cap using (4) 1/4” - 20 x 11/16” self drilling screws. Insert short stem track 

roller into top fixture slide. Repeat for other side.

NOTE:

 The top fixture slide will be tightened and adjusted later, in step, Adjusting Top Fixture.

NOTE:

 Ensure the top fixture slide is able to slide along the top fixture base. If needed, loosen 

the 1/4” - 20 flange hex nut.

(4) 1/4”-20 x 11/16” 

Self drilling screws

Top fixture 

base

End cap

Top fixture slide

Top section

1/4”-20 

Flange hex nut

3”

Insert short 

stem track roller

IF YOU HAVE 2 TOP FIXTURE BASES AND 2 TOP FIXTURE SLIDES:

 Starting on the left 

hand side of the top section, align the lip of the top fixture base onto the top corner of the top 

section and even with the edge of the end cap. Fasten to section through end cap using (4) 

1/4” - 20 x 11/16” self drilling screws. Loosely secure the top fixture slide to the top fixture 

base using (1) 5/16” - 18 x 3/4” carriage bolt and (1) 5/16” - 18 hex nut. Insert short stem 

track roller into top fixture slide. Repeat for other side.

NOTE:

 The top fixture slide will be tightened and adjusted later, in step, Adjusting Top Fixture.

NOTE:

 Ensure the top fixture slide is able to slide along the top fixture base. If needed, loosen 

the 5/16” - 18 hex nut.

1/4”-20 x 11/16” 

Self drilling screws

Top fixture 

base

End cap

Insert short 

stem track roller

Top section

Top fixture 

base

5/16”-18 x 3/4” 

Carriage bolt

5/16”-18 Hex nut

Top fixture 

slide

Lip

IF YOU HAVE 4 TOP FIXTURE BASES AND 4 TOP FIXTURE SLIDES:

 Starting on the left 

hand side of the top section, align the lip of the top fixture base onto the top corner of the 

top section and even with the edge of the end cap. Fasten to section through end cap using 

(4) 1/4” - 20 x 11/16” self drilling screws. Loosely secure the top fixture slide and the “L” 

reinforcement bracket to the top fixture base using (1) 5/16” - 18 x 3/4” carriage bolt and (1) 

5/16” - 18 hex nut. Fasten the “L” reinforcement bracket to section through end cap using 

(1) 1/4” - 20 x 11/16” self drilling screw. Repeat the same process for the other top fixture. 

Insert long stem track roller into top fixture slides. Repeat for other side.

NOTE:

 The top fixture slides will be tightened and adjusted later, in step, Adjusting Top 

Fixture.

NOTE:

 Ensure the top fixture slides are able to slide along the top fixture bases. If needed, 

loosen the 5/16” - 18 hex nuts.

1/4”-20 x 11/16” 

Self drilling screws

Top fixture 

base

End cap

Insert long stem 

track roller

Top section

Top fixture 

base

5/16”-18 x 3/4” 

Carriage bolt

5/16”-18 Hex nut

Top fixture 

slide

Lip

“L” Reinforcing 

bracket

Attaching Hinges and Struts

 

6

 

NOTE:

 Refer to door section identification, located in the pre-installation section of this 

manual to determine what size sections you need to use as your lock (second) section, inter-

mediate (third) section, intermediate (fourth) section, intermediate (fifth) section, intermediate 

(sixth) section, intermediate (seventh) section, intermediate (eighth) section and top section. 

Measure your sections to make sure they are the correct height as indicated on the chart.

FOR DOOR MODEL 8300:

 The graduated end hinges can be identified by the number 

stamped on the lower hinge leaf. The #2 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the 

bottom section. The #1 graduated end hinges also serves as center hinges on all sections, 

except for the top section.

The #3 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Lock section.
The #4 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate I section.
The #5 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate II section.
The #6 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate III section.
The #7 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate IV section.
The #8 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate V section.
The #9 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate VI section.

FOR DOOR MODEL 8500:

 The graduated end hinges can be identified by the number 

stamped on the lower hinge leaf. The #1 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the 

bottom section. The #1 graduated end hinges also serves as center hinges on all sections, 

except for the top section.

The #2 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Lock section.
The #3 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate I section.
The #4 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate II section.
The #5 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate III section.
The #6 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate IV section.
The #7 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate V section.
The #8 graduated end hinges serves as end hinges on the Intermediate VI section.

NOTE:

 Refer to the strutting schedules below to determine the placement of strut(s) on your 

door. Be sure to use the proper schedules for the type of door model and the size of your 

door.

IMPORTANT:

 When referring to the strutting schedules, determine how many struts your 

door needs and on what sections they are needed to be installed. Also use the correct strut-

ting schedule for the 

proper color

 of your door.

NOTE:

 Sections not noted in the strutting schedule, do not require a strut. All strut(s) are 

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Summary of Contents for 8300

Page 1: ...Instructions 7 Counterbalance Installation Instructions 14 Optional Installation 21 Trolley Arm Hookup 21 Inside Lock 21 Pull Down Rope 21 Maintenance 22 Cleaning Your Garage Door 22 Painting Your Ga...

Page 2: ...STENERS IF THE ORIGINAL FASTENER WAS RED HEAD THE REPLACEMENT FASTENER MUST BE RED HEAD ALSO CONTACT WAYNE DALTON FOR FASTENER STRENGTH VALUES IF NEEDED WARNING IMPACT GUNS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED WHEN IN...

Page 3: ...dius 187 5 4763 mm See NOTE HEADROOM REQUIREMENTS Track Type Space Needed 12 Radius 12 1 2 318 mm 14 Radius 14 1 2 368 mm Weatherstrips Level header Finished Door width Jambs Backroom Plumb jambs Fini...

Page 4: ...g screws RED HEAD as required 5 16 x 2 Hex head lag screws as required 2 8 x 1 5 8 Self tapping screws step plate Door Section Identification Door Section Identification Of sec tions Door Type Of Sect...

Page 5: ...hen installing your door you must use sections of the appropriate height in the right stack ing order What sections heights you need to use in what order depends on the height of your door Unless your...

Page 6: ...eft Hand and Right Hand Vertical Tracks I3 Left Hand and Right Hand Angle Mount Vertical Track Assemblies J TORSION SPRING ASSEMBLY AS REQUIRED J1 Left Hand and Right Hand Torsion Springs As Required...

Page 7: ...attern that is centered between the bottom jamb bracket and flag angle of the 2nd hole set Hand tighten jamb bracket using 1 1 4 20 x 5 8 carriage bolt and 1 1 4 20 flange hex nut If a top jamb bracke...

Page 8: ...ing 1 5 16 18 x 3 4 carriage bolt and 1 5 16 18 hex nut Fasten the L reinforcement bracket to section through end cap using 1 1 4 20 x 11 16 self drilling screw Repeat the same process for the other t...

Page 9: ...ors Door Heights Section Quantity Door Configu rations Door Widths 10 0 12 0 16 0 17 0 18 0 20 0 8 0 4 Solid Top Windows 2S TS 2S TS 2S LS 2S BS 3S TS 3S LS 3S BS 3S ES Inter mediate Windows 2S TS 2S...

Page 10: ...g sawhorses lay the section on a flat smooth surface Starting on the left hand side of the section align the lower leafs of the appropriate graduated end hinges over the holes at the top of the end ca...

Page 11: ...ottom of the center stile as a template drill 2 7 32 dia holes through the section Using the previously drilled holes as a guide enlarge the holes from outside the door to 7 16 dia and assemble the ou...

Page 12: ...acing Bottom section Vertical track Floor Track roller Flag angle lag screw locations 5 16 x 2 Lag screws Or FOR ANGLE MOUNT VERTICAL TRACK ASSEMBLY Loosely fasten the slots in the wall angle to the j...

Page 13: ...below Place the bottom half inside the top half and flush against the inside surface of the top section Adjust both the top and bottom halves out as far apart as possible on the section surface Secure...

Page 14: ...3 4 hex head bolt and 1 3 8 16 hex nut Repeat for other side Remove nail that was temporally holding the top section in position IMPORTANT FAILURE TO REMOVE NAIL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RAISE DOOR COULD...

Page 15: ...ge of the spring anchor bracket with the vertical pencil line and the center of the spring anchor bracket with the horizontal pencil line this is to ensure the torsion shaft is level between the sprin...

Page 16: ...one of the coupler halves the spring anchor 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...

Page 17: ...ket Spring anchor bracket Attaching Counterbalance Lift Cables 20 Starting on the left hand side thread the counterbalance lift cable up and around the front side of the left hand cable drum IMPORTANT...

Page 18: ...her sockets being careful to seat it snugly and at full socket depth 5 Hold the spring with the second winding bar and remove the first 6 Repeat Steps 2 through 5 until the complete turns have been ap...

Page 19: ...weatherstrips to the jambs avoid pushing the weath erstrips too tightly against the face of door Weather seals Nail Weather seal Jamb Weather seal installed Jamb Header Jamb Nail NOTE Door not shown f...

Page 20: ...6 Make sure door is not rubbing on jambs IMPORTANT IF DOOR STILL DOES NOT BALANCE PROPERLY THEN CONTACT A TRAINED DOOR SYSTEM TECHNICIAN 20...

Page 21: ...uld be spaced ap proximately 1 8 away from the section edge IMPORTANT INSIDE LOCK S MUST BE REMOVED OR MADE INOPERATIVE IN THE UN LOCKED POSITION IF AN OPERATOR IS INSTALLED ON THIS DOOR 4 1 4 20 x 11...

Page 22: ...n 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 Perfo...

Page 23: ...uctions DO NOT remove cover or paint over this tag Prod uct user should inspect this tag periodically for legibility and should order a replacement tag from the door manufacturer as needed Copyright 2...

Page 24: ...ion or repair of the Product or to any Product or component which has been damaged or deteriorated due to misuse neglect accident failure to provide necessary maintenance normal wear and tear acts of...

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Page 26: ...rvice representative They will be happy to handle any questions that you may have Thank you for your purchase PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE After installation is complete leave this I...

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