Smoothy Cellular Shades Installation Instructions
Complete instructions are shipped with every order. They are very easy to install requiring a minimum of tools and time
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Additional installation instructions:
Skylight Shades, Energy Saving Side Tracks, Duofold and Regular Shades
Cellular Shades represent a design breakthrough in style, efficiency and function. The Double Honeycomb Cellular structure and unique hardware system
are designed to provide years of reliable service when properly installed.
Complete installation instructions are included with every shade order
BASICS
A few simple tools are required:
- Measuring tape
- Power drill, drill bits
- Hex head and/or Phillips driver bit
- Pencil
Additional fasteners other than those sent with your shade may be required depending on the mounting surface. Wallboard and plaster
require the use of anchors such as expansion or toggle bolts. Brick, tile or stone need special plugs and drill bits. Remember to always pre-drill holes in wood to avoid splitting.
Bracket Installation
Shades are shipped with the required number of brackets for proper installation.
End brackets should be located approximately 3" from either end. Depending on the width of the shade, additional brackets may be necessary, evenly spaced between the two end brackets.
For shade widths of: |
Use this number of brackets: |
Up to 40" |
2 |
40" - 72" |
3 |
72" - 84" |
4 |
84" -102" |
5 |
Using the Installation Bracket as a template, measure and mark the
screw holes. When mounting brackets, make sure they are in line
and level.
Using the Installation Bracket as a template, measure to the end of the bracket and mark the hole locations with a pencil for drilling. When mounting brackets, make sure they are in line
and level.
Brackets must be in line and level.
Shim brackets on inside mounts if necessary. The headrail must be levelfor the shde to operate properly.
Inside or Ceiling Mounts
Use the top bracket holes.
Wall or Outside Mounts
Use the near bracket holes
Inserting the headrail
First, lower the bottom rail about an inch. This will help keep the fabric from getting caught between the brackets and the headrail. Position the headrail with the front lip (A) resting on the top hooks of all the brackets. Make sure that no fabric is pinched between the brackets and the headrail. Push the bottom of the headrail firmly upwards and toward the window until the groove at the bottom of the headrail snaps into place, (B) as shown.
Removing the headrail
To remove a shade, insert a screwdriver between the headrail and the bottom back of the bracket (tab which extends out slightly from each bracket). Gently pry the screwdriver to release the bracket from the headrail. Take care not to damage the painted finish of the headrail. As you release the brackets, support the headrail to keep it from falling.
Child Safety
The tension device reduces the hazards of strangulation and
entanglement of young children by limiting access to the control cord.
Attention!
The cord tensioner must be installed to make the shade fully
operable.
Please read the instructions included in the mounting hardware
packet prior to installation.
 Hold Down Bracket (Optional)
Optional hold down brackets are mounted with the supplied screws. With the shade at its proper drop, place the pin of each hold down in to the hole in each end cap and mark
the screw holes. Make sure the pins are level and aligned. Raise the shade, then screw the Hold Down Bracket into the mounting surface.
Shade Operation
Operate the shade by pulling down on one side of the cord. The front cord raises the shade, the rear cord lowers the shade.
Do not lift the bottom rail with your hands. Also, be careful not to place objects on the window sill that will interfere with operating the shade or cause it to hang unevenly.
Cleaning and Care
The shade fabric is easy to care for. Regular dusting with a feather duster or vacuum cleaner brush is recommended. Most stains can be blotted with a damp sponge and mild detergent. Cellular shades can be removed from the Installation brackets and soaked in warm water. When damp, raise shade tightly to re-crisp pleats. Before using anything stronger than mild detergent and lukewarm water, test an unobtrusive corner of the shade. If you have any questions, call us for advice.
NOTE: DO NOT SUBMERGE THE CORDLESS HEAD RAIL or BLACKOUT FABRICS IN WATER!
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