Programming A Craftsman Garage Door Opener

Programming a Craftsman garage door opener is a relatively simple task that can be completed in a few minutes. By following these step-by-step instructions, you can easily program your garage door opener to work with your existing remote controls or keypads.

Step 1: Gather your materials

You will need the following materials:

A Craftsman garage door opener
A remote control or keypad
A ladder (optional)

Step 2: Prepare the garage door opener

Before you begin programming your garage door opener, you need to prepare it. This involves disconnecting the power to the opener and removing the cover.

To disconnect the power, locate the circuit breaker that controls the garage door opener and turn it off. Then, remove the cover by unscrewing the screws that hold it in place.

Step 3: Locate the learn button

Once the cover is removed, you will need to locate the learn button. The learn button is usually a small, black button that is located on the circuit board of the garage door opener.

Step 4: Press and hold the learn button

Once you have located the learn button, press and hold it. The LED light on the garage door opener will begin to flash.

Step 5: Press the button on the remote control or keypad

While the LED light is flashing, press the button on the remote control or keypad that you want to program.

Step 6: Release the learn button

Once you have pressed the button on the remote control or keypad, release the learn button. The LED light will stop flashing and the garage door opener will be programmed.

Step 7: Test the garage door opener

Once you have programmed the garage door opener, test it to make sure it is working properly.

To test the garage door opener, press the button on the remote control or keypad. The garage door should open and close.

Step 8: Reinstall the cover

Once you have tested the garage door opener and it is working properly, reinstall the cover.

To reinstall the cover, simply screw it back into place.

Step 9: Reconnect the power

Once the cover is reinstalled, reconnect the power to the garage door opener.

To reconnect the power, simply turn the circuit breaker back on.