Blinds by Post Aluminium Venetian Blinds Installation instructions

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Aluminium Venetian Blinds
Installation & Operation Instructions

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS 1/3
STEP 1
The installation of this product should be conducted by someone
competent in DIY.
Outside Recess
If the blind is to be fitted outside the window ensure that
measurement C is the same. Follow instructions for FACE FIXING.
To calculate C=(A-B)/2.
Inside Recess
TOP FIX to the lintel or FACE FIX brackets to the window frame.
STEP 2
The installation height of this blind must not be less than 1500mm from the floor.
Top Fixing
Measure and mark the distance between the wall and the
back of the bracket , allowing for obstructions like handles
that protrude into the recess area. The installation bracket
(top and face fix) does not go at the ends. it will go between
the ladders, we provide 1 per ladder. Hold each bracket into
place and mark the hole positions. Fit each bracket using
suitable screws. Please ensure fixings are suitable for the
wall/surface to which you are mounting the brackets.
Face Fixing
The installation bracket (top and face fix) does not go at
the ends. It will go between the ladders, we provide 1 per
ladder. Hold each bracket into place and mark the hole
positions. Fit each bracket using suitable screws. Please
ensure fixings are suitable for the wall/surface to which you
are mounting the brackets.
Children can strangle if a safety device is not installed. Always use a safety device to keep cords and
chains out of reach of children.
You should have:
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Blind parts Tools

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS 2/3
STEP 3
Safety Device
Cord safety cleat - The safety cleat shall be installed as close to
the headrail as possible and in all cases not less than 1500mm
from the floor.
The Cord must be fully accumulated around the
safety cleat(s) when the blind is not in use. Use the table below
to determine the distance required between the cleats to fully
accumulate the cords when the blind is fully raised.
Place the safety cleat in the desired position on the wall and
mark the positions of the holes with a pencil.(Note: Based on
cord up to 2.8mm, 17mm can be accumulated in total.)
Mark the hole positions and drill as
required.
Swivel Bracket (Optional)
Swivel brackets can be face or top fixed. One Swivel bracket should be
attached adjacent to each ladder without interfering with the internal
components. Open the swivel arm feed the headrail into the bracket as
shown and lock the swivel arm closed.
End Fixing (Optional)
End Fix brackets can be both top and
end fixing. The brackets should be positioned
6mm wider than the blind at each end. Hold
each bracket into place and mark the hole
positions. Fit each bracket using the screws
provided. Please ensure fixings are suitable
for the wall/surface to which you are mounting
the brackets.
Open the gate of the box brackets and slide
the headrail into position then snap the
brackets closed.
Hold Down Bracket
(Optional)
Hold down brackets:Using two small screws,
screw hold down bracket to window facing or
wall. Snap bracket pin ends into the hole at
bottom rail end.
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(Hold down bracket)
(End Fixing 1/2)
(End Fixing 2/2)

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS 3/3
BREAKAWAY SAFETY TASSEL
Use suitable screws to attach the safety cleat securely
to the wall.
Wrap the cords around the cord cleats in a figure of 8.
When the cords are fully accumulated ensure they are
secure so when any cord is pulled no excess cord is
released.
Breakaway safety tassel is pre-fitted to the lift cords
so that when a horizontal force is applied to the cords
entering the condenser it safely breaks away
eliminating any hazardous loops.
If the breakaway safety tassel is pulled apart:
Untangle and untwist cords.
For 2 cords: Press the breakaway safety tassel together until it is fully
closed.
For 3 cords: Place the loose cord in the opening in one half of the
breakaway safety tassel and press the breakaway safety tassel together
until it is fully closed.
If there are any doubts that the breakaway safety tassel has not been
re-attached correctly it can tested by placing your arm between the
cords and pressing downwards. The breakaway safety tassel should
break apart with minimal force, if it does not breakaway tie cords out of
reach of children and contact a reputable blind company to repair the
blind.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
WAND OPERATION
To tilt blind: Twist the wand to tilt the slats in either
direction.
Tilt blind horizontal before raising/lowering to extend
the life of the blind.
To lower blind: Move lift cord towards middle of the
blind pulling down gently until cord lock releases.
To raise blind: Pull lift cord downward until blind
reaches desired height.
To lock cords: Pull lift cord towards the outside
of the blind and release. Cord will lock automatically.
PULL OPERATION
To tilt blind: Pull on required tilt cord tassel to tilt
slats to the open/closed position. Tilt blind horizontal
before raising/lowering to extend the life of the blind.
To lower blind: Move lift cord towards middle of the
blind pulling down gently until cord lock releases.
To raise blind: Pull lift cord downward until blind
reaches desired height.
To lock cords: Pull lift cord towards the outside of the
blind and release. Cord will lock automatically.
MAINTENANCE
The product is maintenance free however we recommend that regular visual checks are completed to
ensure that no components have been damaged, which could result in operating difficulties and/or
cause a safety risk. If any maintenance is required we recommend that the work is carried out
immediately, by a reputable blind company.
WARNING
Young children can be strangled by loops in pull cords,
chains, tapes and inner cords that operate the product.
To avoid strangulation and entanglement, keep cords
out of the reach of young children. Cords may become
wrapped around a child’s neck. Move beds, cots and
furniture away from window covering cords.
Do not tie cords together. Make sure cords do not twist
and create a loop.
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PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT

BREAKAWAY CORD CONDENSER (OPTIONAL)
Breakaway cord condenser is pre-fitted to the lift cords so that when a horizontal force is applied to
the cords entering the condenser it safely breaks away eliminating any hazardous loops.
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If the cord condenser is pulled apart:
Untangle and untwist cords.
For 2 cords: Press the cord condenser together until it is fully closed.
For 3 cords: Place the loose cord in the opening in one half of the cord condenser and press the cord
condenser together until it is fully closed.
For 4 cords: Place one of the loose cords in the opening in one half of the cord condenser, the
remaining loose cord in the opening in the other half and press the cord condenser together until it is
fully closed. If there are any doubts that the cord condenser has not been re-attached correctly it can
tested by placing your arm between the cords and pressing downwards. The condenser should break
apart with minimal force, if it does not breakaway tie cords out of reach of children and contact a
reputable blind company to repair the blind.