39902R - Wireless Wall Console Installation Instructions

DIY Programming and Installation Video for the Genie Wireless Wall Console

PDF Wireless Wall Console Installation Instructions 

Genie's Wireless Wall Console (39902R) Installation and Operation Instructions

COMPATIBILITY: DOOR, DELAY, and LIGHT buttons are compatible with most Genie openers manufactured since 2013. The wireless wall console is NOT compatible with the following Models: 1022, 1024, 1042, 2022, 2024, 2027 or 2042.

WARNING: MOVING DOOR CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
• DO NOT install wall console unless the door operator’s safety device works as required by the door operator’s manual.
• Wall Console must be mounted in sight of door, at least 5 feet above floor and clear of moving door parts.
• Keep people clear of opening while door is moving.
• DO NOT allow children to play with the transmitter or door operator. If safety reverse does not work properly:
• Close door then disconnect opener using the manual release handle.
• DO NOT use transmitter or door operator.
• Refer to Door and Door Opener Owner’s Manuals before attempting any repairs.

Use high-quality batteries with leakage protection whenever possible. Consider changing batteries annually to help prevent premature corrosion and defects inside any accessory.

STEP 1) Program Wall Console to Garage Door Opener

Program Button Type Openers (See Fig. 1)
Open cover and remove battery tab before programming.

1. Press and hold the program button on the opener until the round LED turns blue, then release.
2. The round LED will go out and the long LED will begin flashing purple. Fig. 1.
3. Press the DOOR button on the WALL CONSOLE 3 times or until the door operates.

STEP 2) Operating the Door with Wall Console

1. DOOR Button - Runs garage door opener.
2. DELAY Button - Adds a 10+ second delay for door operation. Press the delay button and door will automatically operate after set delay.
3. LIGHT Button - Overrides the automatic timed light function of the garage door opener.

NOTE: Photocell override operation will not work on most models. See opener owners manual for information pertaining to photocell override.

Wireless Wall Console LED Signals:

The Wireless Wall Console includes self-diagnostic LEDs

• LED Blue Blink = Indicates NORMAL status.
• LED Red Blink = Indicates a low battery.

Clearing the Wireless Wall Console from the Powerhead (Factory Default):

With only (1) AAA battery installed - hold down the DOOR button while simultaneously installing the second AAA battery. Continue to hold the DOOR button for a total of 10 seconds until the LED flashes 3 times letting you know your selection is complete. Go to STEP 1 to reprogram the wall console to the powerhead.

Delay Door Movement Feature:

The default delay period is set for a 10-second delay. With this feature, an open door will delay on close. A closed door will delay opening. Once the DELAY button has been pressed the operation can’t be canceled unless the same console DOOR button is pressed. During the activation of a delay operation, consecutive button presses will add 10 seconds to the delay time. Up to 3 consecutive button presses for a total of 30 seconds can be made. At any point in time during a delay operation, a DOOR button press will disable the current delay. The garage door opener light will begin flashing 4-5 seconds prior to movement.

STEP 3) Mounting the Wireless Wall Console (See FIG. A)

Wall Consoles should be mounted at least 5 feet from floor in a convenient location within sight of the garage door.

• Remove battery cover, battery activation tab and batteries.

Mounting to garage framing:

1. Drill a 3/32” pilot hole for the screw under battery door.
2. Install included screw into pilot hole, leaving 1/8” gap between the screw head and wall.
3. Hook the slotted mount on back of Wall Console over the screw.
4. Mark and drill a 3/32” pilot hole for the top screw.
5. Secure Wall Console to the wall. (Do not over-tighten).
6. Reinstall batteries and battery cover.

Mounting to drywall:

1. Drill a 3/16” pilot hole for the drywall anchor.
2. Lightly tap drywall anchor into hole with a hammer until flush with wall.
3. Install included screw into anchor, leaving 1/8” gap between the screw head and wall.
4. Hook the slotted mount on back of Wall Console over the screw.
5. Mark position of pilot hole for the top drywall anchor and remove wall console.
6. Drill 3/16” pilot hole for top drywall anchor.
7. Lightly tap anchor into hole with a hammer until flush with wall.
8. Secure Wall Console to the wall. (Do not over-tighten).
9. Reinstall batteries and battery cover.

Wireless Wall Console can also be directly mounted to a standard single gang wire box. (Screws and gang box not included)

Changing LED Blink Rates

NOTE: Any changes to the Blue LED blink rate other than the default setting will impact battery life. Example….going to a faster rate (from once every 3 seconds to once every 2 seconds will decrease battery life).

Factory Default Setting Mode 1 (Blink Rate - Once every 3 seconds)
NOTE: THIS WILL ALSO UNPAIR YOUR CONSOLE FROM THE POWERHEAD. With only (1) AAA battery installed - hold down the DOOR button while simultaneously installing the second AAA battery. Continue to hold the DOOR button for a total of 10 seconds until the LED flashes 3 times letting you know your selection is complete. Go to STEP 1 reprogram your wall console to the powerhead.

BLUE LED Blink rate Mode 2 (Faster Blink Rate - Once every 2 seconds)
With only (1) AAA battery installed - hold down the LIGHT button while simultaneously installing the second AAA battery. Continue to hold the LIGHT button for a total of 10 seconds until the LED flashes 3 times letting you know your selection is complete.

BLUE LED Blink rate Mode 3 (Blue LED OFF - Maximum Battery Life)
With only (1) AAA battery installed - hold down the DELAY button while simultaneously installing the second AAA battery. Continue to hold the DELAY button for a total of 10 seconds until the LED flashes 3 times letting you know your selection is complete.

For questions, comments or troubleshooting, contact The Genie Company at:
1 Door Drive, Mount Hope Ohio, 44660 or call 1-800-354-3643 or visit our website at www.geniecompany.com