How to Use the Learn Button on a Genie Garage Door Opener Programming a Remote Control. Locate the Learn Button: Find the Learn Button on your Genie garage door opener unit. Refer to your user manual if needed. Press the Learn Button: Press and release the Learn Button. An LED light should activate, indicating that the unit is in programming mode.. The learn button on Genie garage door openers is a small yet crucial component that makes syncing remotes, keypads, and other devices simple and effective. Whether you've recently installed a Genie opener or need to reprogram an existing unit, understanding the role of the learn button can save time and frustration. This guide will cover everything you need to know about the learn button.
Find the Button: The Learn button should be visible, often near the antenna wire that extends from the unit. 3. Inside the Motor Head Cover. In certain Genie models, the Learn button is placed inside the motor head cover. To find it: Remove the Cover: Unscrew the motor head cover to reveal the internal components.. 2. Press and release the Learn Code Button—the Learn Code LED will blink rapidly. 3. Press and release a Remote Button, (FIG. 2)—the Learn Code LED will stay on (stops blinking) 4. Press and release the same Remote Button again—the Learn Code LED will turn o˚. 5. Press and release the same Remote Button again—the Door Opener will run.