| Parts List | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shade | |
| Slat for Hem Pocket | |
| Brackets | |
| Mounting Screws | |
| Plastic Anchors | 4 (For Drywall or Plaster Mounting) |
Step 1. Bracket Location & Installation
Your window shade can be installed either inside the window frameor outside the window frame or on the ceiling. When measuring and installing shades, make sure there is a “play” between the roller and the brackets. Shades mounted too tight in the brackets will not function properly. Attach brackets to inside or outside of casing or to the ceiling.
For Inside Mounting
Allow 1/4″ clearance between top of frame andfully rolled-up shade. This will provide enough clearance to lift shade into slotted bracket. Spring loaded tip provides up to 3/8″ extra width if needed. Always insert the pin end into the right side bracket first. If the brackets are installed as illustrated (facing out), place the pin into theinner hole of the right bracket. If the brackets are installed facing down (like Ceiling Mount), place the pin into the outer hole of the right bracket. Push into bracket to compress the spring, then place the metal tab onthe left side of the shade into the slot of the left bracket.
For reverse-roll shades (inside mount only!), the slotted bracket goes on the right, and the open part of the bracket must face the window – the bracket should be mounted to the top of the window frame [see illustration].
For Outside Mounting / Ceiling Mount
Hold shade to desired position, making sure it is level, and place pencil marks at each end of the roller. Secure brackets. Insert the round pin end into the inner hole of the right bracket. For ceiling mount, insert the pin into the outer hole. Then insert the other end of the shade into the slot of the left bracket.
Adjusting for Roller Tension
To tighten, lower the shade about 18 inches from the top, remove from window brackets. Roll up shade all the way to the top by hand, then replace in brackets.
To loosen, raise the shade to the top and remove from brackets. Unroll about 18 inches and replace in brackets. Repeat until there is a proper tension. Roller should not be too tight. Remember, when a window shade refuses to roll up, the spring is too loose. When it won’t stay down, the roller spring is too tight.
Caution: Overwinding may result in permanent damage.
How to Operate
If this shade does not roll straight, correct as follows:
- Make sure brackets are mounted level, or the shade will not roll straight. If shade veers toward the right, correct by lowering shade completely and placing a piece of tape (multiple pieces may be necessary) as close to the left edge of the roller as possible. It will act as a shim.
- If shade veers toward the left, correct by lowering shade completely and placing a piece of tape (multiple pieces may be necessary) as close to the right edge of the roller as possible. It will act as a shim.
Care
Cleans easily with a damp sponge or soft cloth. Allow the shade to hang it’s full length for a minimum of 72 hours to minimize wrinkles and creases.
Deluxe Installation Instructions
Tools you will need
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Drill
- Drill bits
- Screwdriver
- Step stool or ladder
Step 1. Mount the Brackets
Attach the brackets to the window frame, molding or ceiling as shown. The brackets are “universal” – there are no “right” and “left” brackets. Mark the screw locations with a pencil – pre-drill the screw holes using a 5/64″ drill bit.
Step 2. Install the Shade
Put the spring loaded tip into the bracket, and then insert the hook arms on the opposite side of the shade into the two hook arm receiver holes of the bracket. Once the two hook arms are through the holes, gently pull down until the two hook arms have locked securely to the bracket. For cord control shades, the bottom of the clutch should always point straight down.
Step 3. Install the Bracket Covers (Outside Mount only)
Bracket covers slide onto the bracket as shown until they snap into position.
Step 4. Install the Tension Device – for Cord Control Shades
The tension device reduces the hazards of strangulation and entanglement of young children or pets by limiting access to the control cord. Anchor the Tension Device that is attached to the shade’s control cord, to the window frame or wall, so that young children cannot pull the cord around their necks.
Lower the shade, and then position the Tension Device on the window frame or the wall so that the Tension Device and control cord do not interfere with raining and lowering the shade. The Tension Device should be installed without stretching or pulling down on the control cord. Stretching the control cord will cause excessive wear. Do not twist or cross the control cord. Mark the screw hole locations with a pencil, then pre-drill the screw holes using a 3/32″ drill bit. For hollow dry wall installation, use wall anchors (not included).
