Not trying to troll - I used a stopwatch on my phone and it took 15 seconds to open. REGARDLESS, this setup is awesome!!!!! Thanks for the thorough process - I can't wait to do this.
Yeah I agree, not a huge difference in time but it is smoother and quieter now. Plus this opener allows for the Aladdin Connect app to open your garage with you phone. It comes in handy…
Terrific video! I watched a few times before purchase. Purchased garage door opener and watched this while installing. Opener works very good. Thank you for your time and editting of this video. Big Help! Cheers, Mark
Excellent video. 2 things that will make it even quieter, lube the door, and buy a set of garage door roller sleeves. The roller sleeves reduce the metal to metal sound the rollers make.
Didn't you mount the standoff bracket backwards where the re short leg would go against the wall and the long adjustable leg mounted to the drive unit? would have saved you an extra step.
I have 2-10' metal doors that "Roll" up. They are heavy. I tried the Genie Max Force 2 H.P. Screw Drive. The doors are too heavy, it only lifted them 6' before I heard the screw slip. I mounted it in between the 2 doors. Now, this may be the solution, but my shafts only protrude a small amount 3/8" before the cotter pin. How much shaft is needed to connect to the motor coupler? I also have 14-3/8" between the rail supports, that maybe I can fit 2 units? Thank you!
I bought two of these 6172H units, when I plug them in the units humm continuously. Do all these jackshaft units do that? I never had a garage door opener humm !!
Mine was a little finicky too. Did you hit the sync button on the light? Once connected mine would sometimes stop working so I just unplug the garage door opener and plug it back in and it works.
I think the mounting bracket position is incorrect, unless your wall in not flat where you going to install the motor. for your case if you install the opposite way, you may not need the piece of superstud.
Great video! One question: How did you re-route the power to the new opener? I.e., did you already have an outlet close to the door location, or did you run an extension cord to an outlet that's located further away? If you're using an extension cord, have you had any issues? There's a garage door installer on TH-cam that says the motors in these are susceptible to shorting out if you use an extension cord. That doesn't make much sense to me, which is why I'm trying to understand if it's really an issue or not.
I'm confused with the wiring for the safety beams. I only received one spool of white wire. There is no striped wire. U zoomed through that part so I am having trouble understanding what to do
Run wire from the one side opposite of the motor up the wall, across the top, and over to the motor. Cut the wire and strip off the ends to connect to the sensor and motor. Then run another shorter strip of wire from the sensor below the motor up to the motor and strip off both ends to connect.
Really appriciated for this video. I see you removed old over-head unit & rail, but still keep the garage door torsion springs. Is that torsion spring required for the wall mount door opener?
Found it. I had to unplug the unit for 30 seconds, with the backup unplugged. Plug it back up press the light button then plug the backup battery back.
Do you have any clue how to repair the wall switch with the Bluetooth light? I have 2 units and the wall console somehow u paired on both after I messed with some settings 😏
Thanks for the video. I just installed my genie unit. Everything went well except the unit wobbles when in use. Is this a bad thing or just normal?? Thanks so much.
I think it’s how they are packaged as a bundle. The 6172h-b may have the battery backup and 6172h-o does not have the battery backup. I can’t remember but it’s something like that.
lmao the seconds counting was way off. Takes 15 seconds to open and the old one took 14 seconds. Glad you're happy with the new opener though it does save space for opening your truck hood.
Help me understand; Why you switched from a traditional trolley opener to a side mount opener? ...and don't tell me to save overhead space, because the tracks and doors still require overhead space. I'll wait...
Well, as I mentioned in the video, I was installing a golf simulator in my garage and needed to eliminate the center brace that held the opener for my projector and driver swing space. That was my primary reason. But, for some people, that extra 16’ of space in the middle could also be used for ceiling storage. Plus, the side opener is a little smoother and quieter and does not cost a ton more to install compared to traditional. Why are you so against it? I’ll wait…
@@DieselLegiance You are a rare case with the simulator, storage maybe??? Most people will buy these side mount openers because they're the "new fad" but not necessarily better than the traditional trolley operator. They do this without knowing how it compromises their security. Trolley openers provide higher security by pushing down directly in the center of the top section, making it almost impossible to open from the out side. Right now, I can open your door from the outside from the opposite side of your auto lock and craw underneath to get inside your garage (especially with that light weight Wayne Dalton door). Lift Master (the originator of the residential side mount, found this out the hard way with their first version, they left out the auto-lock, then found out people were having their garages broken into). Not only that but most garages don't have power outlets on the side of the tracks to power up these openers (make sure that extension cord has a good ground, it can damage the logic board). In addition, you shouldn't have to put "cable tensioners" on your door, they force you to do this as a added feature to prevent the door from throwing the cables. Why do you think the operator moves so slow when in the fully open position (throwing cables!) Look, I am saying is: People don't be fooled by this design, you can get all these features ...and more, in traditional trolley openers and for less cost. Our side mount are 1/3 more cost than our trolleys. "If you don't absolutely need the side mount than DON'T buy it".
Good video, but skipped the whole power hook up. Looks like the openers power cord plugs into the lock mechanism. Then he just routed an extension cord to the bottom of the lock mechanism.
Mine takes over 20 seconds to open or close anyone have speed issues with their opener. 20 seconds feels like forever while waiting in the driveway to pull the car in
That’s cool bro but those units open too fast and are known to bend hinges and destroy doors over time. They also need regular maintenance to not wake the whole house up. This is definitely the safer and quieter option.
My accelerator opener broke my door in the middle and had to add angle iron in the middle to brace it. Now my new wall mount is taking 20 seconds to open or close
Oh oh, I hope you figured out that you installed the L bracket incorrectly! You ended up using some uní-strut rather than flip the bracket to the proper position! No criticism from me, as I just installed this and found the instructions terrible… TERRIBLE!!!!
Could be the best video on TH-cam for installing a wall mounted unit. Excellent!
Not trying to troll - I used a stopwatch on my phone and it took 15 seconds to open. REGARDLESS, this setup is awesome!!!!! Thanks for the thorough process - I can't wait to do this.
Yeah I agree, not a huge difference in time but it is smoother and quieter now. Plus this opener allows for the Aladdin Connect app to open your garage with you phone. It comes in handy…
Terrific video! I watched a few times before purchase. Purchased garage door opener and watched this while installing. Opener works very good. Thank you for your time and editting of this video. Big Help! Cheers, Mark
Very good video. Thank you. You gave a lot of detail. Please keep up the great work.
Excellent video. 2 things that will make it even quieter, lube the door, and buy a set of garage door roller sleeves. The roller sleeves reduce the metal to metal sound the rollers make.
Thank you for this. I’ll definitely try it. Any sleeves you recommend?
@@DieselLegiance I bought these rollers game changer DURA-LIFT Ultra-Life MAX 2" Sealed 6200ZZ Bearing Nylon Garage Door Roller, 4" Stem, Pack of 12
I love the slow-close at the end. Mine does make a thud when it hits the bottom.
Just got two for my pole barn.
Cool info, brother!!
Nice job with the instructions/explanations. About to install mine this weekend. I’ll be referring back to this I’m sure!
Didn't you mount the standoff bracket backwards where the re short leg would go against the wall and the long adjustable leg mounted to the drive unit? would have saved you an extra step.
Excellent presentation
Great video. I been thinking of getting one of these and installing it myself. looks like it works great.
It’s much better. I also just ordered new rollers and sleeves for the door too.
Great video this really helped. Thank you.
Great vid!!! 800$ for just an install??? WOW!!!
Excellent video. Thanks.
I have 2-10' metal doors that "Roll" up. They are heavy. I tried the Genie Max Force 2 H.P. Screw Drive. The doors are too heavy, it only lifted them 6' before I heard the screw slip. I mounted it in between the 2 doors.
Now, this may be the solution, but my shafts only protrude a small amount 3/8" before the cotter pin. How much shaft is needed to connect to the motor coupler?
I also have 14-3/8" between the rail supports, that maybe I can fit 2 units? Thank you!
I bought two of these 6172H units, when I plug them in the units humm continuously. Do all these jackshaft units do that? I never had a garage door opener humm !!
Not sure, mine doesn’t do that?
My light will not work? Did you have to sync yours? I have even tried syncing and cannot get the light to work.
Mine was a little finicky too. Did you hit the sync button on the light? Once connected mine would sometimes stop working so I just unplug the garage door opener and plug it back in and it works.
I think the mounting bracket position is incorrect, unless your wall in not flat where you going to install the motor. for your case if you install the opposite way, you may not need the piece of superstud.
Did you ever figure out your L braket is on backwards?
Nice job
Great video! One question: How did you re-route the power to the new opener? I.e., did you already have an outlet close to the door location, or did you run an extension cord to an outlet that's located further away? If you're using an extension cord, have you had any issues? There's a garage door installer on TH-cam that says the motors in these are susceptible to shorting out if you use an extension cord. That doesn't make much sense to me, which is why I'm trying to understand if it's really an issue or not.
I had an outlet about 5’ away and I use a 5’ heavy duty extension cord and it works fine.
I'm confused with the wiring for the safety beams. I only received one spool of white wire. There is no striped wire. U zoomed through that part so I am having trouble understanding what to do
Run wire from the one side opposite of the motor up the wall, across the top, and over to the motor. Cut the wire and strip off the ends to connect to the sensor and motor. Then run another shorter strip of wire from the sensor below the motor up to the motor and strip off both ends to connect.
Really appriciated for this video. I see you removed old over-head unit & rail, but still keep the garage door torsion springs. Is that torsion spring required for the wall mount door opener?
The torsion spring helps you lift & lower the door as without it, the door would be too heavy to lift/lower manually and would burn out the motor.
now all that you need to to replace that wayne dalton paper back door to a nice steel back door!
The light button on the wall is not activating the light. What do I need to do?
Found it. I had to unplug the unit for 30 seconds, with the backup unplugged. Plug it back up press the light button then plug the backup battery back.
Do you have any clue how to repair the wall switch with the Bluetooth light?
I have 2 units and the wall console somehow u paired on both after I messed with some settings 😏
Not sure, have to played around with that. I assume going through the pairing process over again.
How long did it take to install
Please and thanks
Well, I was filming the video so that makes it take longer but I would guess if I was not filming maybe a couple hours.
Thanks for the video. I just installed my genie unit. Everything went well except the unit wobbles when in use. Is this a bad thing or just normal?? Thanks so much.
It may move slightly but if too much maybe adjust the unit/bracing.
Great video. I'm seriously considering one of these for all the same reasons. Now that 10 months have passed, how is it holding up?
Works great. All is good.
Whats the difference between the Genie 6172h-o and this 6172h ?
If I’m not mistaken, the H can lift up to 14’ tall doors (a little more powerful) and the H-O can lift up to 12’ doors (tiny bit less powerful).
NIce. Just bought 2 of these
Space for a golf simulator would never have crossed my mind. Lol
Thank you, great video. I am thinking about having it installed, is your opener holding fine? Are there any cons?
All is good. I have no issues.
@@DieselLegiance Thank you.
There is a 6172H-B and 6172H-O. I'm not sure what's the difference.
I think it’s how they are packaged as a bundle. The 6172h-b may have the battery backup and 6172h-o does not have the battery backup. I can’t remember but it’s something like that.
I want to go to a wall mount version because my chamberlain is only 25 years old
lmao the seconds counting was way off. Takes 15 seconds to open and the old one took 14 seconds. Glad you're happy with the new opener though it does save space for opening your truck hood.
Help me understand; Why you switched from a traditional trolley opener to a side mount opener? ...and don't tell me to save overhead space, because the tracks and doors still require overhead space.
I'll wait...
Well, as I mentioned in the video, I was installing a golf simulator in my garage and needed to eliminate the center brace that held the opener for my projector and driver swing space. That was my primary reason. But, for some people, that extra 16’ of space in the middle could also be used for ceiling storage. Plus, the side opener is a little smoother and quieter and does not cost a ton more to install compared to traditional. Why are you so against it?
I’ll wait…
@@DieselLegiance You are a rare case with the simulator, storage maybe???
Most people will buy these side mount openers because they're the "new fad" but not necessarily better than the traditional trolley operator. They do this without knowing how it compromises their security. Trolley openers provide higher security by pushing down directly in the center of the top section, making it almost impossible to open from the out side.
Right now, I can open your door from the outside from the opposite side of your auto lock and craw underneath to get inside your garage (especially with that light weight Wayne Dalton door).
Lift Master (the originator of the residential side mount, found this out the hard way with their first version, they left out the auto-lock, then found out people were having their garages broken into).
Not only that but most garages don't have power outlets on the side of the tracks to power up these openers (make sure that extension cord has a good ground, it can damage the logic board).
In addition, you shouldn't have to put "cable tensioners" on your door, they force you to do this as a added feature to prevent the door from throwing the cables. Why do you think the operator moves so slow when in the fully open position (throwing cables!)
Look, I am saying is: People don't be fooled by this design, you can get all these features ...and more, in traditional trolley openers and for less cost. Our side mount are 1/3 more cost than our trolleys.
"If you don't absolutely need the side mount than DON'T buy it".
Good video, but skipped the whole power hook up.
Looks like the openers power cord plugs into the lock mechanism. Then he just routed an extension cord to the bottom of the lock mechanism.
Mine takes over 20 seconds to open or close anyone have speed issues with their opener. 20 seconds feels like forever while waiting in the driveway to pull the car in
Good video but the most important thing you didn’t show how to program it
I just installed one of these and the directions show that the remotes r preprogrammed at the factory.
You didn't show how to install and connect the light and backup battery dude. That's part of the install so that should have been in your video
Sorry, I figured plugging in the battery and plugging in the light was self explanatory but you’re right, I should have shown those details.
Hmm 12 seconds to open, my 22 year old genie excelarator screw drive opens my double garage door in 7 seconds and 11 to close
👍🏼
That’s cool bro but those units open too fast and are known to bend hinges and destroy doors over time. They also need regular maintenance to not wake the whole house up. This is definitely the safer and quieter option.
Wow it’s is sooo great!! Not sure it’s a race though. And it help to slow down at the end when it shuts especially so it doesn’t hurt the door.
My accelerator opener broke my door in the middle and had to add angle iron in the middle to brace it. Now my new wall mount is taking 20 seconds to open or close
Their color coding is counterintuitive… Red for Right, bLack for Left… 🤦🏽♂️🤷♂️
Unfortunately your pretty level wasnt really level it will put unwanted wear on the motor becareful.
Well, I haven’t had any issues thus far. But again, for a basic DIY install it worked.
Oh oh, I hope you figured out that you installed the L bracket incorrectly! You ended up using some uní-strut rather than flip the bracket to the proper position! No criticism from me, as I just installed this and found the instructions terrible… TERRIBLE!!!!
Hmm 🤔 I’ll have to check. Yes, directions were not the greatest.
That makes sense. You need more front to back adjustment than you do the lateral adjustment.
That garage looks tiny.
TERRIFIC VIDEO!