Very often trouble shooting a problem with an Overhead Door Legacy 800 (model #2026)
garage door opener can be as easy as checking the LED indicator light on the motor head.
If a problem exists with the Legacy 800 garage door opener, the LED will flash (blink) to indicate the specific error.
Outlined below is a trouble shooting guide for the Legacy 800.
| Red LED | Green LED | Possible Problem | Solution | Recommendation |
| OFF | OFF | Normal Operation | None Required | |
| Continuous ON | Programming incomplete | Complete programming | Refer to the owner's manual | |
| 1 BLINK (repeat) | Programming the remote is not complete | Push the remote button to complete the programming | ||
| 1 BLINK (repeat) | Programming is incomplete | Set DOWN limit | Refer to the owner's manual | |
| Safety beam sensor obstruction going down | Check for obstructions | |||
| Door obstruction going down | Check for obstructions | |||
| Door obstruction going up | Check door springs | Adjust spring tension so that the door balances | ||
| Faulty safety beam sensor | Replace safety beam sensor | Order at www.OverheadDoorPartsOnline.com | ||
| 2 BLINKS (repeat) | Programming incomplete | Set UP limit | Refer to the owner's manual | |
| Wire to power head or wire connection at power head is bad | Check power head wiring and connections | Reconnect or replace wiring | ||
| Safety beam sensors are out of alignment | Realign safety beam sensors | |||
| Continuous obstruction | Check for obstructions | |||
| Faulty safety beam sensor | Replace safety beam sensor | Order at www.OverheadDoorPartsOnline.com | ||
| 3 BLINKS (repeat) | Limits set backwards | Clear limits and reprogram | Refer to the owner's manual | |
| 4 BLINKS (repeat) | Push button wire short | Check push button wiring for shorts | Reconnect or replace wiring | |
| Push button wires reversed in power head | Reverse wire placement in power head connector | |||
| Faulty push button | Replace push button | Order at www.OverheadDoorPartsOnline.com | ||
| 5 BLINKS (repeat) | Chain too tight | Adjust chain tension | Refer to the owner's manual | |
| Thermal Protector activated | Wait unit the motor cools down and resets | |||
| Control system failure | Replace circuit board | Order at www.OverheadDoorPartsOnline.com |
Order replacement parts for the Overhead Door Legacy 800 garage door opener
Remote Control Keyless Entry Wall Console
Circuit Board Safety Sensor (GREEN) (RED)
Carriage Belt Drive Sprocket Owner's Manual
For technical support it is recommended to contact your local Overhead Door distributor by calling 1-800-929-3667.
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