SILHOUETTE SHADINGS
SILHOUETTE Shadings - Diagram Standard EasyRise Cord Loop Back/Dust Cover (Optional) Headrail End Cap Installation Bracket Top Limits Headrail Cord Loop and Tensioner Magnetic Hold-Down Brackets (Optional) EasyRise LiteRise ULTRAGLIDE Tassel Handle REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 3 OF 31
Options & Limitations SILHOUETTE Shadings - EASYRISE (Continuous Cord) Silhouette EasyRise Originale 50mm Originale 75mm Voila 75mm Sunscreen Privacy Shadings 75mm Matisse Collection 75mm Bon Soir 50mm Nouveau 75mm Matisse Collection Bon Soir 75mm Bon Jour 50mm & 75mm Minimum Width 300mm 300mm 300mm 300mm 300mm Maximum Width 2740mm 3040mm 3040mm 3040mm 3040mm Minimum Drop 300mm 300mm 300mm 300mm 300mm Maximum Drop 3050mm 3050mm 2590mm 2840mm 2440mm Light Gaps Control side Idle End 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm Minimum Rear Fabric Clearance 3mm 3mm 3mm 3mm 3mm Minimum Recess Depth Oversize Headrail Depth 83mm 83mm 83mm 83mm 83mm Fully Recessed Box Mount 110mm 110mm 110mm 110mm 110mm Face Mount Min/Height 20mm 20mm 20mm 20mm 20mm Face Mount Min Above Opening Aluminium Cover Strip PVC Cover Strip Cord Loops 57mm 57mm 57mm 57mm 57mm FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT White: 300 600 1500 1800 2100 2400 3000 3600 All Colours: 900 1200 1500 Back Cover Min. Recess Mounting Depth W/o Back Cover With Back Cover 30mm W/o Back Cover With Back Cover 30mm W/o Back Cover With Back Cover 30mm W/o Back Cover With Back Cover 30mm W/o Back Cover With Back Cover 30mm Tilt Only Min Width 150mm 150mm 150mm 150mm 150mm REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 4 OF 31
Options & Limitations SILHOUETTE PowerRise Shadings Silhouette PowerRise Minimum Width Battery Operated Minimum Width Dc Power Supply Originale 50mm Bon Soir 50mm Bon Soir 75mm Matisse Bon Soir 75mm Bon Jour 50mm & 75mm Nouvuea 75mm Originale 75mm Matisse 75mm Sunscreen Privacy Shadings 75 Voila 75mm 510mm 510mm 510mm 510mm 510mm 310mm 310mm 310mm 310mm 310mm Maximum Width 2760mm 3040mm 3040mm 3040mm 3040mm Minimum Drop 300mm 300mm 300mm 300mm 300mm Maximum Drop 3040mm 2590mm 2840mm 2440mm 3040mm Light Gaps Control side Idle End Minimum Rear Fabric Clearance Minimum Recess Depth Full Depth Fully Recessed Box Mount 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 3mm 3mm 3mm 3mm 3mm 108mm 108mm 108mm 108mm 108mm 110mm 110mm 110mm 110mm 110mm Face Mount Min/Height 20mm 20mm 20mm 20mm 20mm Face Mount Min Above Opening Aluminium Cover Strip PVC Cover Strip 57mm 57mm 57mm 57mm 57mm FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT Satellite Infra Red Eye Cord Lengths 400mm 1200mm 2400mm 400mm 1200mm 2400mm 400mm 1200mm 2400mm 400mm 1200mm 2400mm 400mm 1200mm 2400mm Back Min.Recess Cover Mounting Depth W/O Back Cover With Back Cover 30mm W/O Back W/O Back Cover Cover With Back With Back Cover Cover 30mm 30mm W/O Back Cover With Back Cover 30mm W/O Back Cover With Back Cover 30mm REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 5 OF 31
nology Softshades Powered by Platinum Technology Controlling light and privacy has never been more convenient than with LUXAFLEX SILHOUETTE Shadings with PowerRise Platinum Technology. Raising and the lowering the shade, and tilting the vanes are all possible with the press of one button. The satellite eye is built into the Headrail providing a sleek and clean finish to the window covering. n with LUXAFLEX SILHOUETTE Shadings with PowerRise Platinum anes are all possible with the press of one button. When battery operation is selected the battery pack is attached to the back of the Headrail. Alternatively where standard household power supply outlet is available the DC power adaptor is an ideal alternative. e Battery Wand Clips Battery Wand Cable n d Back of Motor Cartridge Battery Wand Manual Control Button and Infrared Eye e ly er 2-Pin Port (Power) 3-Pin Port Antenna C e. *See Section 7 Motorisation for Programming Instructions REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 6 OF 31
Options & Limitations SILHOUETTE Shadings ULTRAGLIDE - Headrail Silhouette Ultraglide Originale 50mm & 75mm Voila 75mm Bon Soir 50mm & 75mm Bon Jour 50mm & 75mm Nouveau 75mm Sunscreen Privacy Shadings 75mm Matisse Collection75mm Matisse Collection Bon Soir 75mm Minimum Width 300mm 300mm 300mm Maximum Width 2440mm 2440mm 2440mm Minimum Drop 300mm 300mm 300mm NA Maximum Drop 2440mm 1980mm 1620mm Light Gaps Control side Idle End Minimum Rear Fabric Clearance Minimum Recess Depth Oversize Headrail Depth Fully Recessed Box Mount 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 13mm 7mm 3mm 3mm 3mm 3mm 83mm 83mm 83mm 83mm 110mm 110mm 110mm 110mm Face Mount Min/Height 20mm 20mm 20mm 20mm Face Mount Min Above Opening Aluminium Cover Strip PVC Cover Strip Retractacble Cord Length SILHOUETTE LiteRise Minimum Width: 610mm Minimum Drop: 310mm 57mm 57mm 57mm 57mm FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT 2/3 of Drop (Unless Specified) FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT 2/3 of Drop (Unless Specified) Maximum Width: 2440mm Maximum Drop: 2130mm FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT 2/3 of Drop (Unless Specified) FULL FACE FIT PARTIAL FACE FIT 2/3 of Drop (Unless Specified) REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 7 OF 31
Measuring SILHOUETTE Shadings EasyRise, LiteRise, PowerRise & ULTRAGLIDE WIDTH -0 WIDTH +50 50mm WIDTH -5 DROP -5 TO SILL -5 ARCH -5 TO FLOOR -5 WIDTH -5 DROP -5 +100 ARCHITRAVE & REVEAL FACE & REVEAL WIDTH -5 CORNERS FRONT EDGE +83 ON FACE WIDTH -5 WIDTH -86 FRONT EDGE -5 WIDTH -86 FULL RECESS DEPTH MINIMUM 83mm WIDTH -70 BAYS WIDTH -40 FRONT EDGE -5 WIDTH -40 FRONT EDGE -0 ON FACE WIDTH -70 FRONT EDGE -5 WIDTH -40 WIDTH -40 REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 8 OF 31
Multi Shades TWO SHADES SIDE BY SIDE 1 2-4 -4 THREE SHADES SIDE BY SIDE -5 0-5 REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 9 OF 31
Thank you for purchasing LUXAFLEX SILHOUETTE Shadings. With proper installation, operation, and care, your new shadings will provide years of beauty and performance. Please thoroughly review this instruction booklet before beginning the installation. If your shading has a protective plastic cover on the fabric-covered headrail, keep the plastic in place until the shading is installed. Tools and Fasteners Needed Flat blade and Phillips screwdriver Measuring tape and pencil Power drill, 3mm drill bit, and a 6mm hex driver Level (laser level is recommended) Pliers Scissors (heavy-duty) In addition, you will need fasteners designed to work with your specific mounting surface(s). #6 Hex Head Screws (Provided). Two 38mm screws are provided per installation bracket. Longer #6 Hex Head Screws (Not Provided). If using spacer blocks, use #6 screws long enough for a secure attachment. Speed Nuts and Screws (Provided). Extension brackets come with screws and speed nuts. Drywall Anchors (Not Provided). Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall. #6 x 38mm Hex Head Screw (Provided) Longer #6 Hex Head Screw for Use with Spacer Blocks (Not Provided) Speed Nut and Screw (Provided With Each Extension Bracket) REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 10 OF 31
Installation Overview The number of installation brackets required varies with shading width, as shown in the table. Installation Bracket Single Panel Shadings Width (mm) Brackets Required 310mm 910mm 2 911mm 2000mm 3 2001mm 2400mm 4 2441mm 3040mm 5 Mounting Types and Window Terminology If the installation brackets are mounted correctly, the rest of the installation process follows very easily. To prepare for this important first step, review the mounting types and basic window terminology illustrated below. Molding Head Jamb Jamb Jamb Collectively, the sill and jambs are called the window casement. Sill Reveal Mount Shading fits within window opening. Face Mount Shading mounts outside window opening. Refer to the appropriate page below based on your order: Reveal Mount, see page <?>. Face Mount, see page <?>. End Mount, see page <?>. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 11 OF 31
50mm - 75mm PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL Mount the Installation Brackets Reveal Mount Mark 50mm 75mm from each jamb for bracket location. If more than two installation brackets came with your order, space additional bracket(s) evenly between the two end brackets and mark their location. Mount into wood whenever possible. Use pliers to break off the top tab of each installation bracket. Save this tab once removed. It may be used as a shim, as described later in these instructions. Top Tab Lever Bottom Tab 50mm 75mm Space Evenly Space Evenly 50mm 75mm Jamb Top limits should be equal distance from the ends of headrail. Jamb Decide whether the front or back set of holes works best in your application. Mark the location of the screw holes. The depth required for fully recessed mounting will vary depending on the type of headrail and vane size. Refer to the chart below for depth requirements. Depth Chart for Bracket Placement Headrail Type Minimum Fully Recessed Oversized 85mm Minimum Depth See Chart Note: Add 6mm to the minimum depth dimensions if the optional back cover is used for inside mounts. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 12 OF 31
Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets, if necessary (use the top tab that was removed from the brackets.) Use a 3mm drill bit to drill notes for mounting the screws. t to drill holes for the mounting screws. IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall. Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the screws. Check to ensure the lever can be moved easily side to side. If the lever is not moving easily, loosen the screws 3mm of a turn increments until it can be moved easily. IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to each other. Proceed to Attach the Back Cover (Optional for Reveal or End Mounts) on page <?>, or proceed to Install the Shading on page <?>. Mount the Installation Brackets Face Mount Center the headrail over the window opening at the desired height. Use a pencil to lightly mark each end of the headrail. Alternatively, measure the width of the headrail and use that width to mark the headrail end points over the window opening. Headrail End Marks 50mm 75mm Space Evenly Space Evenly 50mm 75mm Window Opening Mark 50mm 75mm from each end of the headrail, for bracket location. If more than two installation brackets came with your order, space additional bracket(s) evenly between the two end brackets and mark their location. Mount into studs whenever possible. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 13 OF 31
Use pliers to break off both removable tabs from the installation brackets. Center each intallation bracket on your marks and mark the location of the screw holes. Top Tab Lever CAUTION: The rear of the blocks/brackets must be flush against a flat mounting surface. Do not mount brackets on curved molding. A minimum 30mm flat vertical height is required to mount the installation brackets. The top of the installation brackets should be at the desired height of the shading. The brackets should be level and aligned. Use a 3mm drill bit to drill holes for the mounting screws. IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall. Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided. IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to each other. Bottom Tab Additonal Clearance If using 6mm or 13mm spacer blocks, attach the spacer block(s) and installation bracket to a flat vertical mounting surface with #6 screws long enough for a secure installation. Longer screws are not provided. IMPORTANT: The maximum spacer block allowance is 40mm. 30mm Maximum Spacer Blocks Speed Nuts If using extension brackets, attach each extension bracket to a flat vertical mounting surface. Attach an installation bracket to the underside of each extension bracket using the provided screws and speed nuts. Extension Bracket Proceed to Install the Shading on page <?>. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 14 OF 31
Mount the Installation Brackets End Mount End mount the headrail when conventional mounting techniques will not work for example, in an arched window opening. Extension Mount the extension brackets on a surface at least Bracket 35mm wide. Add 6mm to the minimum depth if using the optional back cover. Attach the installation brackets to the extension brackets using the provided screws and speed nuts. CAUTION: To end mount shadings into a surface other than a secure wall stud, use medium to heavy-duty wall anchors (not provided) matched to the wall thickness. Failure to mount the brackets securely may result in injury or property damage. 35mm Minimum Depth Proceed to Attach the Back Cover (Optional for Reveal or End Mounts) on page 15 below, or proceed to Install the Shading on page <?>. Attach the Back Cover (Optional for Reveal or End Mounts) If using the back cover, use heavy-duty scissors to cut off the top tabs on the back cover brackets and both top and bottom tabs on the installation brackets. Snap the prongs on the back cover brackets into the holes on the back of the installation brackets. Remove Top Tab Back Cover Bracket Installation Bracket After bracket installation, install the cover into the back cover brackets, as shown. If necessary, trim the back cover with scissors to the desired width. Back Cover Proceed to Install the Shading on page <?>. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 15 OF 31
Install the Shading Peel back the protective covering from the top of the fabriccovered headrail. Leave the rest of the protective covering on the front of the headrail. Position the shading so that the front faces you. Slide the headrail into the installation brackets so the edge of the headrail is between the lever and the bracket, as shown. Installation Bracket Firmly push the headrail into each bracket until it clicks and the lever snaps to the right side of the bracket. IMPORTANT: Carefully pull on the headrail at each bracket to ensure it is installed securely. Completely remove the protective covering from the fabric covered headrail. Attach the Universal Cord Tensioner (UCT) for EasyRise Only Lever Headrail Slide the Headrail Between the Lever and the Bracket IMPORTANT: Before you proceed, you must first slide the cord tensioner to the bottom of the cord loop. Insert a small screwdriver, punch, or awl through the screw hole at the bottom of the cord tensioner. Move the screw hole down to the indicator line to release the safety mechanism. Slide the cord tensioner down to the bottom of the cord loop. Attach the cord tensioner according to the instructions provided with the Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Kit. Universal Cord Tensioner Indicator Line WARNING: It is imperative that the cord tensioner be properly secured to the wall or window frame to reduce children s access to the cord loop. Young children can strangle in cord loops. They can also wrap cords around their necks and strangle. CAUTION: The shade will not operate properly unless the cord tensioner is secured. A Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Kit has been included with your shade. Follow the instructions in the kit to correctly secure the cord tensioner. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 16 OF 31
UNIVERSAL CORD TENSIONER Before doing anything, you must first slide the universal cord tensioner to the bottom of the cord loop. Insert a small screwdriver, through the screw hole at the bottom of the cord tensioner. Move the screw hole down to the indicator line to release the safety mechanism. Slide the cord tensioner down to the bottom of the cord loop. Install the window covering and use the following instructions to secure the cord tensioner to the window casement. CAUTION: The shading will not operate properly unless the cord tensioner is secured. Only supplied cord tensioners and cord tensioner hardware should be used. MOUNTING OPTIONS Reveal Mount without a Bracket Where the cord tensioner is attached with one screw through the screw hole. Be sure the cord tensioner is not placed in the path of the bottom rail and fabric. To install the cord tensioner mark screw locations. Insert a small tip screwdriver into the screw hole on the cord tensioner. Pull the screw hole down so that its centre aligns with the indicator lines on the cord tensioner. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 17 OF 31
Hold the cord tensioner firmly in place and check that the cord can move freely through it. If the cord does not move freely through the cord tensioner, it is too tight and the cord tensioner and/or bracket should be moved up. If the cord tensioner locks onto the cord, it is too loose and the cord tensioner and/or bracket should be moved down. Mark and pre-drill the screw hole. Mount the cord tensioner with a Phillips screwdriver and one of the longer screws provided to attach the cord tensioner directly to the wall. Finally, ensure the cord can move freely through the cord tensioner without engaging the lock. The centre of the screw hole should be aligned with the indicator line on the cord tensioner. Do not pull the screw hole down to the bottom of the slot. This may cause the cord to become too tight, affecting the window covering function and increasing cord wear. Reveal Mount with a Bracket This option uses three screws with the inside mount bracket and slightly projects the cord loop from the window covering allowing for easier access. Locate the cord tensioner as close to the window glass as possible to minimize accessibility by children and pets. Be sure the cord tensioner is not placed in the path of the bottom rail and fabric. Reveal Face Break off the inside mount bracket and mark screw locations. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 18 OF 31
Attach the inside mount bracket to the cord tensioner. The nub on the inside mount bracket fits into the back of the screw hole in the cord tensioner. Insert the small screw into the front of the screw hole to secure the cord tensioner to the bracket. Pull down on the bracket, aligning the centre of the screw hole with the indicator line on the cord tensioner. Hold the cord tensioner firmly in place and check that the cord can move freely through it. If the cord does not move freely through the cord tensioner, it is too tight and the cord tensioner and/or bracket should be moved up. If the cord tensioner locks onto the cord, it is too loose and the cord tensioner and/or bracket should be moved down. Mark and pre-drill the screw holes. To mount the cord tensioner pull down on the inside mount bracket and align it with the drilled holes. Insert one of the two longer screws and loosely attach the bracket to the wall. Pivot the bracket to align it with the second screw and attach the second screw. Tighten both screws. Ensure the cord can move freely through the cord tensioner without engaging the lock. The centre of the screw hole should be aligned with the indicator line on the cord tensioner. Do not pull the screw hole down to the bottom of the slot. This may cause the cord to become too tight, affecting the window covering function and increasing cord wear. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 19 OF 31
Face Mount This option uses three screws and is attached to an outside mount bracket. Locate the cord tensioner as close to the window covering as possible to minimize accessibility by children and pets. Be sure the cord tensioner is not placed in the path of the bottom rail and fabric. Break off the outside mount bracket and mark screw locations. Reveal Face Attach the outside mount bracket to the cord tensioner. The nub on the outside mount bracket fits into the back of the screw hole in the cord tensioner. Insert the small screw into the front of the screw hole to secure the cord tensioner to the bracket. Pull down on the bracket, aligning the centre of the screw hole with the indicator line on the cord tensioner. Hold the cord tensioner firmly in place and check that the cord can move freely through it. If the cord does not move freely through the cord tensioner, it is too tight and the cord tensioner and/or bracket should be moved up. If the cord tensioner locks onto the cord, it is too loose and the cord tensioner and/or bracket should be moved down. Mark and pre-drill the screw holes. To mount the cord tensioner, detach the cord tensioner from the bracket by removing the small screw. Use a Phillips screwdriver and the two longer screws provided to attach the outside mount bracket to the wall. Reattach the cord tensioner to the outside mount bracket using the smaller screw provided. Ensure the cord can move freely through the cord tensioner without engaging the lock. The centre of the screw hole should be aligned with the indicator line on the cord tensioner. Do not pull the screw hole down to the bottom of the slot. This may cause the cord to become too tight, affecting the window covering function and increasing cord wear. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 20 OF 31
Final Adjustments Adjust the Cord Length for ULTRAGLIDE Only Adjusting the tassel to eye level will decrease the amount of pulls needed to raise and lower the shading. This will also enhance child safety. To Shorten the Tassel Cord Grasp both parts of the tassel (the colored cover and the frosted body). Squeeze the tassel cover with your thumb and forefinger Separate and slide the tassel cover from the tassel body. Pull out the knotted end of the tassel cord. Retie the cord at the desired shorter length, using a double knot. Trim the tassel cord. Pull the trimmed knot up inside the tassel. Tassel Cover Squeeze the sides of the tassel cover together while sliding it back onto the tassel body. Tassel Body Tassel Cord IMPORTANT: After reassembling, be sure there are no gaps between the two components. Check that they do not pull apart easily. The tassel cover should be securely seated into the tassel body. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 21 OF 31
Attach the Magnetic Hold-Down Brackets (Optional) Lower the shading, keeping the vanes closed. Place the magnetic hold-down bracket onto the bottom rail just inside the end cap, oriented as shown. Hold the bracket while opening and closing the vanes (it may be necessary to have someone assist you). Adjust the bracket to the best overall position. Mark the screw location using the mounting options shown below. The screw should be placed in the middle of the channel. This will allow for adjustment. Face Mount Hold-Down Bracket Bottom Rail Preferred Alternate Reveal Mount Preferred Alternate Drill the screw holes using a 3mm drill bit. IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall. Attach the hold-down brackets to the mounting surface using the screws provided. If necessary, adjust bracket height by loosening the screw and sliding the bracket up or down. Adjust bracket height by loosening the screw and sliding the bracket up or down. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 22 OF 31
Attach the Dust Cover (Optional for Face Mounts and End Mounts) The dust cover is used to protect the top of the headrail from exposure on outside mounted shadings. Cut the dust cover to desired width. Remove the paper backing on one side of the hook and loop fastener dots. Apply the dots to the installation brackets on each end of Remove Paper Backing the shading. Remove the remaining paper backing from the dots. Center the dust cover over the top of the shading, above the dots. Press the dust cover down onto the dots. Overhead View No Dust Cover Dots Dust Cover Installed Install the Pull Tassel (Optional for LiteRise Only) Rotate the bottom rail so that you can see the underside of the handle. Push the pull cord loop through the hole at the back of the handle. Thread the pull tassel through the loop. Pull the tassel to secure. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 23 OF 31
Operate the Shading EasyRise Shadings To Lower and Open the Vanes of the Shading To Lower the Shading and Open the Vanes Pull the rear cord of the cord loop down to lower the shading. With the shading fully lowered, continue to pull the rear cord to tilt the bottom rail and open the vanes. If the cord tensioner moves up the cord, you have not secured it to the wall or window frame. You must do so for the shading to operate properly. Cord Tensioner and Bracket To Close the Vanes and Raise the Shading Pull the front cord of the cord loop down to close the vanes and raise the shading. Front Side of Shading To Close Vanes and Raise the Shading Cord Tensioner and Bracket Front Side of Shading REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 24 OF 31
ULTRAGLIDE Shadings To Lower the Shading and Open the Vanes Using long, even strokes, pull the cord down toward the center of the shading. Allow the cord to retract between strokes. Continue until the shading is fully lowered and the vanes are open. The shading can be stopped at any point while lowering. To Lower and Tilt Vanes Open Non-Operable Zone Pull cord toward center and down. Allow the cord to retract between strokes. To Close the Vanes and Raise the Shading Using long, even strokes, pull the cord straight down or down and slightly out. Allow the cord to retract between strokes. First the vanes will close and then the shading will raise. The shading can be stopped at any point while raising. To Tilt Vanes Closed and Raise Non-Operable Zone Or Pull cord straight down or slightly out and down. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 25 OF 31
LiteRise Shadings To Lower Slowly and steadily pull down on the bottom rail handle to lower. To Open With your thumb on the front of the handle and fingers on the back, gently pull the back of handle down and away from the shading to open the vanes. Use the handle to tilt the vanes to the desired open/closed position. To Raise Push down on the front of the handle to close the vanes. Then slowly and steadily push up on the handle to raise. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 26 OF 31
Troubleshooting Problem Solution Vanes do not align on side-by-side shadings. Vane alignment is only guaranteed within 6mm when shadings are ordered at the same time, at the same height, with the same color and fabric, and when specified on the order form. Check that the windows are square and the same height. Problem Solution The shading is hard to raise or lower, or will not raise or lower. Shadings cannot be forced into tight inside mount window openings. If an inside mount, check that the shading is installed correctly. Make sure there is clearance between the ends of the shading and the window casement. For LiteRise Only: If the vanes are open, be sure to close the vanes first by pressing down on the front of the handle. If necessary, pull the shading away from the window to fully close. Once the vanes are closed you can raise the shading. For EasyRise Only: Check that the universal cord tensioner is mounted correctly. Pull down on the spring to relieve tension and pull the universal cord tensioner to the bottom of the cord loop. Properly mount the cord tensioner. See the Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Instructions included with your shading. Check that the installation brackets are level. Shim to level, if necessary. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 27 OF 31
Problem Solution Problem The shading will not snap into the installation brackets. Check that the installation brackets are aligned and level. Check that the locking tab on the installation bracket slides over the headrail. The shading raises or lowers unevenly or the bottom rail is uneven when fully raised. Solution Problem Solution Check that the window is square by measuring the diagonals. Check that the installation brackets are level. Shim to level, if necessary. Adjust the bottom rail weight (not applicable for LiteRise shadings). See below. For LiteRise Only: Keep the bottom rail level while raising the shading. Side-to-side movement while raising may cause the fabric to skew. The shading raises or lowers unevenly, the fabric rubs against one end of the headrail, or the bottom rail is uneven when fully raised. Check that the installation brackets are level. Shim to level, if necessary. Adjust the bottom rail weight (not applicable for LiteRise shadings). See below. Adjusting the Bottom Rail Weight To release the weight clip, insert a flat blade screwdriver into the weight clip and turn clockwise. Weight Weight Clip Weight Clip Move the weight in increments toward the side where the fabric is gathering. Secure the weight clips in position by turning them counterclockwise after making the adjustment. Test and, if necessary, adjust again. Fabric Roll Move Weight REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 28 OF 31
Problem EasyRise Shadings Only: The universal cord tensioner has climbed to the headrail. Solution Problem Pull down on the spring to relieve tension and pull the universal cord tensioner to the bottom of the cord loop. Properly mount the cord tensioner. See the Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Instructions included with your shading. EasyRise Shadings Only: The universal cord tensioner grabs onto the cord upon operation. Solution Check that the universal cord tensioner is mounted properly. Reinstall, if necessary. Problem. Solution Problem LiteRise Shadings Only: Vanes will not open. With your thumb on the front of the handle and fingers on the back, gently pull the back of handle down and away from the shading to open. The shading must be fully lowered to tilt it open. ULTRAGLIDE Shadings Only: The tassel cord and lower cord connector have detached from the upper cord connector. Solution To Reattach the Tassel Cord: Hook one side of the lower cord connector to the upper cord connector. Rotate the lower cord connector until it snaps into place. Twirl the tassel cord to pull any stray cord fibers out of the junction of the cord connector halves. Stray fibers in the junction may cause the connector to come apart. Upper Cord Connector Lower Cord Connector Tassel Cord (Attached to the Lower Cord Connector) REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 29 OF 31
Removing the Shading Move each lever of the installation brackets to the left to release the A flat blade screwdriver can be used to move the lever. Top View shading. CAUTION: Be very careful to not tear or damage any of If the lever is inaccessible or inoperable, lower the shading until you can see the underside of the bracket. Carefully reach a small flat blade screwdriver behind the shading to the tab on bottom of the bracket between the screw holes. Push the tab away from the shading and pull the headrail to release it from the bracket. Carefully pull the shading to remove it from the brackets. Underside of Bracket Move the lever to the left to release the shading. Tab the fabric. Installation Bracket End Cap REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 30 OF 31
Cleaning Procedures LUXAFLEX SILHOUETTE Shadings are made of 100% polyester, which means they are inherently durable and resilient. However, care must be taken to avoid wrinkling the fabric, particularly where the vanes meet the facings. The Palette Fabric-Covered Headrail Spot-clean the headrail using a sponge or delicate cloth, cool distilled water and a mild soap solution; handle with care as you would any fine fabric. Dusting Regular light dusting with a feather duster is all the cleaning that is needed in most circumstances. Vacuuming Use a low suction, hand-held vacuum for more thorough dust removal. Forced Air Blow away dirt and debris between the vanes using clean compressed air. Spot-Cleaning Do not spot-clean anything other than the Palette Fabric-Covered Headrail on SILHOUETTE Shadings. Ultrasonic Cleaning SILHOUETTE Shadings can be ultrasonically cleaned by a professional, with the exception of The Matisse Collection, The Matisse Collection Bon Soir, Bon Soir and Mystique. Specify that a mild detergent solution be used. Never immerse the headrail in the solution. Dry the shading completely in the lowered position. Injection/Extraction (LUXAFLEX Onsite Blind Cleaning) SILHOUETTE Shadings can be professionally cleaned using the injection/extraction method. Use only the dry method of injection/extraction for Bon Soir, Mystique and Matisse Bon Soir. Never immerse the headrail in the solution. NOTE: Only available in limited regions. Electrostatic Cleaning Do not use electrostatic cleaning wipes on any SILHOUETTE Shadings. A Note About SILHOUETTE Fabrics As with all textiles, SILHOUETTE fabrics are subject to some variations. Slight wrinkling, puckering, or bowing is inherent to this textile product and should be considered normal, acceptable quality. These characteristics are not usually visible from the front or rear but may be visible from a side angle. Precautions should be taken to reduce exposure to harsh environmental elements, such as salt air. Continuous exposure through open windows and doors will accelerate the fabric deterioration. REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2012 APPROVED BY: D.ALTIPARMAKOVA PAGE 31 OF 31