But basically assuming the belt is attached with enough slack removed the tensioner bolt should be able to taske up the rest of the slack once tightened.
Tighten garage door belt.
All you need to get started is a step ladder a 7 16 inch wrench and a flat head screwdriver.
This is a very simple job to do yourself in fact all you need to do is follow this simple 6 step guide.
The belt needs to be connected with the tensioner loosened so that the tensioner can be used to take up any excess slack.
The specific procedure should be in the manual for your unit.
The manual does not indicate how to solve this problem.
The only thing you need to do with a belt driven opener is to adjust the belt occasionally.
In most cases all you have to do is adjust the opener belt of the belt drive tightening it to ensure smooth running.
1 close the garage door.
Loosen the adjuster three turns counterclockwise if the door raised without.