![]() No longer running to open the garage door at a certain time each day so my son can park his bike in the garage after school = Win! If I am not home, he can easily enter the garage and house without the worry of carrying a key all day. It makes programming so easy!īONUS: An existing pin can be changed or you can program for more than one garage door opener. Next, I entered the four digit code of my choice, followed by holding down the “enter” button until he light blinked on the garage door opener. I knew is was working because a light came on when the yellow button was pressed and released. My wireless keypad was programmed by pushing the yellow “learn” button on the back of the garage door opener. Each brand and model may vary slightly but instructions are included in the box. The wireless keypad is now ready to program. Replace keypad and screw in second screw to secure keypad in place. Remove Keypad and drill the second hole at the mark you made, using the same 3/32 drill bit as before. Mark the second hole, at the base of the keypad, using your sharpened pencil. It is level once the bubble is centered between the two lines in the level. Use the level to make the keypad straight. There needs to be a slight protrusion for the screw head to catch in the keyhole mount on the back of the keypad. Screw in the screw using either the power drill with the Phillip’s head attachment, or use a Phillip’s head screwdriver. Tip: Use a drill bit slightly smaller than the screw width so the screw can easily be installed but still has enough wood for the tread to grab and maintain a secure fit. This creates a pilot hole for the screw and prevents the wood from splitting. Use a drill bit slightly smaller than the width of the #6 stainless steel sheet metal (pan head Phillips) screw you are using. Divide in half and mark the center on the garage door jam at a comfortable height. Measure the outer frame of the garage door jam, before the stop trim. Un-box the keypad and remove the cover and battery. Gather together all supplies to make the job go easier. The color of the button us important when ordering your keyless entry pad. This is a LiftMaster Security+ 2.0 Notice the yellow button on the upper right quadrant. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.ĭetermine the type of garage door opener you have by looking at the brand, model and if there is a colored “learn” button for programming. Wireless Keyless Entry – Lifemaster 877LM.While models, prices, and amount of doors you are programming will vary, the basic installation is the same. It took longer to pick out and purchase on Amazon than it did to install. A keyless entry for your garage can make it so much easier for children or guests (via temporary PIN code) to access your house without setting the dog off with the doorbell ringing non stop. Seriously, if I had known how simple it would be I would not have put it off for so long. The rule of thumb is placing the keypad on a piece of wood or adding rubber grommets between the keypad and the mounting surface.The easiest home improvement task I have ever done in my life. The surface where the keypad is mounted is interfering with the signal– Interference with keypad’s signals causes the door not to work. ![]() Ensure you clear the keypad’s memory and program a new keyless entry.
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