How To Program A Genie Garage Door Opener Remote Control

Programming a Genie garage door opener remote control is a simple process that can be completed in a few minutes. By following these instructions, you can easily program your remote to operate your Genie garage door opener.

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

You will need the following items to program your Genie garage door opener remote control:

Genie garage door opener remote control
Genie garage door opener
Ladder (optional)

Step 2: Locate the Programming Button

The programming button on the Genie garage door opener is typically located on the back or side of the unit. It is usually a small, black button with the word "Program" or "Learn" printed on it.

Step 3: Press the Programming Button

Press and hold the programming button on the garage door opener for 5 seconds. The LED light on the opener will begin to flash.

Step 4: Press the Remote Button

Within 30 seconds of pressing the programming button, press and hold the button on the remote control that you want to program. The LED light on the opener will stop flashing and remain lit.

Step 5: Release the Buttons

Release the buttons on both the garage door opener and the remote control. The remote control is now programmed to operate the garage door opener.

Step 6: Test the Remote Control

Press the button on the remote control to open the garage door. The door should open and close smoothly.

Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble programming your Genie garage door opener remote control, try the following troubleshooting tips:

Make sure that the batteries in the remote control are fresh.
Make sure that the programming button on the garage door opener is being pressed for 5 seconds.
Make sure that the remote control is being pressed within 30 seconds of pressing the programming button.
If you are still having trouble, contact Genie customer support for assistance.

Additional Tips

Here are a few additional tips for programming a Genie garage door opener remote control:

You can program up to 10 remote controls to a single garage door opener.
If you lose a remote control, you can easily delete it from the garage door opener's memory by pressing and holding the programming button for 10 seconds.
You can also use the Genie garage door opener app to program and control your garage door opener from your smartphone.