Draper LightBloc FlexShade User manual

Installation Instructions
LightBloc FlexShade®—Small Hardware by Draper
1For all: Open cartons lengthwise. Remove all pieces from carton. If the
shade has a detachable crank handle, remove the universal joint and shaft/
bracket assembly by removing 2 screws from the bottom of the endcap (Fig.
1). Save universal joint & screws.
2For all: Remove face cover from head box by pulling down and out on the
bottom edge of cover near end caps. It will snap off (see Fig. 2). If this is a
pocket installation, remove screws at endcaps. The bottom of the cover box
snaps down and off at endcaps then slides out of slot in cover box (see
Fig. 2).
Figure 1
Figure 2
Wall/Ceiling
Pocket
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Please follow installation guidelines carefully. Failure to do so invalidates warranty.
Warning
1 Read entire procedure before installing. Keep instructions for future reference.
2Please note: The screws provided are for use in the following materials: wood
and thin gauge steel and aluminum frames. If you are installing FlexShade
®
LightBloc into any other type of material, the installer needs to select and use
an appropriate fastener for that type of material. These instructions are for
installing FlexShade
®
LightBloc with small hardware using the enclosed
hardware into wood and metal frames.
3For Clutch-Operated units: If shades are to be installed in areas accessible to
young children, be certain to use cord tension device and heed warning.
4Tools needed for installation: Screwdriver with flathead, phillips, and
1
/ 4 " nut
driver attachments (magnetized, if possible), extensions, drill and
1
/ 8 " drill bit;
carpenter’s level; needle-nose pliers; Square; opaque caulk; and shims.
5Use extreme care during installation to avoid scratching finish.
6Controls may be shipped separately or in same carton as LightBloc.
7LightBloc must be positively and securely attached to mounting surface.
8
Do not wire motorized units in parallel without written consent from Draper.
LightBloc—Parts and Hardware
Side channel-includes
¾" x 1" adjustable mounting
angles (Mounting angles
provided for "Inside" or "Jamb"
mount installations. For "Face
Mount" applications, Draper provides
½" access holes in side
channels with plastic plug covers.)
Sill channel
Fabric grommet
Sill channel
Inside Mount
1
3
/ 8 " H x ¾" D Face Mount
2¾" H x ¾" D
Face/bottom
cover
(standard)
Side channel
To controls
Operator endcap
Channel
locator
Fabric guide
Top/back cover
(standard)
Pocket
(optional)
Gudgeon assembly
Retainer clip
Idler endcap
fastens to ceiling,
face or jamb
Channel liner
Fabric
retainer
Endcap
Covers
Motor
Shade
fabric
Stays
Slat bar
Roller
Crank Handle
Crank Assembly
3For all: Remove roller assembly from headbox (see Fig. 3). (NOTE: If unit is
motorized with a crank override, skip this step. Roller assembly and head
box assembly must be installed as a unit—the roller assembly cannot be
removed without completely disassembling the head box.)
For crank or motorized units: Remove the black plastic retainer clip from
idler end of roller and retainer clips from motor studs. Save these clips to
replace when re-assembling. Lift idler out of the bracket and slide pin (to the
limit of its travel) into the roller to facilitate removal of the roller assembly.
Remove roller assembly from the headbox.
For bead chain clutch units: Lift up on clutch end so that clutch hooks
can disengage from the operator endcap. Depress the spring-loaded pin by
pressing roller toward the pin end endcap until clutch hooks are free from
the operator endcap. Remove roller assembly from the headbox.
For spring roller units: Rotate the roller so that the spear end can be
worked out of the slot in the spear endcap. Remove roller assembly from
the headbox.
If you have any difficulties installing or servicing your LightBloc FlexShade®, call your dealer or
Draper, Inc., [phone] or fax [phone].
3¼"
hardware
4½"
hardware
Patent Nos. US 5,323,831; CA 2,125,517
Warning For the Safety of Young Children
Young children can STRANGLE in cord and bead chain loops. They can also
wrap cords around their necks and STRANGLE.
 •Alwayskeepcordsandbeadchainsoutofchildren’sreach.
 •Movecribs,playpens,andotherfurnitureawayfromcordsandbead
  chains.Childrencanclimbfurnituretogettocords.
 •Attachtensiondevicetowalloroor.Thiscanpreventchildrenfrom
pulling cords and bead chains around their necks. Fasteners provided
  withthetensiondevicemaynotbeappropriateforallmountingsur-
  faces.Useappropriateanchorsforthemountingsurfaceconditions(see
instructions on page 2).

5For all: Install side channels (NOTE: Insure side channels, headbox, and
sill channel are square).
A. Install channel locator and fabric retainer in the top of each side channel.
You will need to lightly tap the channel locator with a rubber mallet to en-
sure it is fully seated in the side channel. Slide into place (see Fig. 6).
6For all: Install sill channel between side channels using appropriate fasten-
ers (see Fig. 8). On some large LightBlocs, the sill channel is replaced by
an angle. NOTE: Be sure of a centered and snug fit between side channels.
Figure 8
Inside Mount
1
3
/ 8 "H x
3
/ 4 "D Face Mount
2
3
/ 4 "H x
3
/ 4 "D
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Face Mount Jamb Mount
Plug Button
1" x 3/4" angles
toward window
(standard)
Figure 7
Figure 6
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B. For face mount, side channel mounts on the surface of the wall or win-
dow mullion. Fasteners go through the side channels. Plug buttons should
be used to cover holes (access and mounting holes will be pre-drilled) (see
Fig. 7).
C. For inside or jamb mount, attach mounting angles to side channels.
Install side channel with mounting angle toward window, if depth will allow,
so it is not visible (it can also be installed toward the room). The bottom
edge of the mounting angle must be mounted flush with the bottom edge of
the side channel. Fasteners will go through the mounting flange (see Fig. 7).
Bottom edge
of mounting
angle must
be mounted
flush with
bottom edge
of side-
channel!
Top
End
Back
1
1
/
2
"
1
1
/ 2 "
3
/ 4"
3
/ 4"
5
/ 8
5
/ 8
Figure 4
NOTE:Formotorizedunits,makesurePOWERISOFFbeforemakinganyelectri-
calconnections.Useextremecautionwhenworkingwithelectricmotors.
NOTE: You may need to locate and drill a hole for the conduit connector (Con-
duit connector is not supplied) (see Fig. 4).
4For all: Verify dimensions of opening and refer to order for overall dimen-
sions of the unit. Determine location of head box directly above and cen-
tered on the opening. It is critical that the head box is installed absolutely
level (use shims and caulking if needed). Install head box assembly using
appropriate fasteners through pre-drilled holes in end caps, then drill
through cover for wall/ceiling mounting (see Fig. 5).
Figure 5
Wall/Ceiling(face)orJambMount Existing Pocket
Lightbloc FlexShade®—Small Hardware by Draper
Figure 3
Idler End
Operator
End
Be sure retainer
clip is installed.
Idler End
Operator End
Retainer clip
Idler End
Operator
End
Idler End
Operator
End
Motorized
Spring Roller
Crank
Bead Chain Clutch

For motorized units: Adjust limit switches so the fabric can be completely
drawn or retracted without the slat bar leading edge going beyond the plas-
tic fabric guides located at the upper end of each side channel (see Fig. 10).
For all: Check shade operation.
For spring roller operation: attach bead chain to slat bar and catch to sill
channel. To operate shade, pull down, locking in place using the bead chain
(see Fig. 15).
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NOTE: Do not allow slat bar to enter headbox.
Push
Buttons
Figure 11
Slat Bar
Side Channels
Lip along bottom edge of headbox
Figure 10
Figure 12
Figure 9
Fabric Guide
Rivet
Fabric retainer
Light seal
Fabric
Stay Pocket
Steel stay
Side channel
3/4" x 2 3/4"
Channel locator
Figure 14
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7For all: Re-install roller assembly by generally reversing procedures in step
four. If you have a spring assisted clutch operator or a spring roller operator,
the notch on the spring roller should be positioned down. The spring has
been pretensioned in the factory.
8For motorized units: Complete electrical wiring according to national and
local codes (see Wiring Diagram, Page 4). Install recessed wall switch using
a three-wire 110-120V 60 Hz power line. Connect the motor cable directly
to the switch.
NOTE: Morethanonemotorshouldneverbeconnectedthroughasingle
switchwithouttheaidofarelaysystemtoprovideseparatecontactsforeach
motor.Seeinstallationinstructionsandwiringdiagramswhichaccompany
eachcontrolsystem.
9For all: Check shade fabric. With fabric and slat all the way up, pull the slat
bar forward, out of the head box and in front of the side channels. Activate
the operator (crank, spring roller, bead clutch, or electric) to completely
lower the shade fabric. Repeat several times. With the shade fabric hanging
in front of the side channels, check fabric hang. The shade fabric should be
hanging straight and equally spaced between the outside edges of the side
channels. If the fabric is not hanging properly, adjust the head box by rais-
ing or lowering one end of the headbox to bring fabric into proper alignment.
Operate the shade again to re-check fabric position. If functioning properly,
run the shade up to fully open position and re-insert slat bar and fabric into
side channels (see Fig. 9). If misalignment still occurs, correct by sticking a
small (approximately 2") piece of cloth tape directly to the roller to affect the
direction the fabric runs. Fabric running off to the left may be corrected by
placing the tape on the right end of the roller beneath the fabric. This, in
effect, makes that end of the roller larger, causing it to take up more fabric.
If this is a non-electric operated shade, proceed to step 12.
Limit switches are pre-set, but some field adjustment may be necessary.
A. Fully depress both limit switch push buttons, then operate switch to make
sure system works properly.
B. Raise shade to desired “up” stop position.
C. Set upper limit by depressing and releasing the proper push button (see
Fig. 11).
D. Lower shade to desired “down” stop position.
E. Set lower limit by depressing and releasing the yellow push button (see
Fig. 11).
NOTE:Limitswitchescanbesetwithasinglemotorswitchonatestcord
furnishedbyDraper,Inc.uponrequest.Eachshade’slimitswitchmustbeset
ifusinggroupcontrolsystem.
For all: After again checking operation, re-position side channels, if neces-
sary, to properly adjoin the head box. Note that channels that are “drilled for
jamb” with the adjustable mounting angles attached are designed to help
keep the channels plumb and parallel in non-squared openings. The slots in
the mounting angles with the side channel attachment screw allow for an
adjustment of up to
3
/ 8 ". This feature allows the channel to be correctly
positioned while allowing the mounting angles to be fastened tight against
the jamb (see Fig. 12). For outside mount side channels, there is no sur-
rounding jamb, so proper positioning is easier. Install all fasteners in side
channels, being careful to keep channels square to the head box and paral-
lel to each other. After checking fabric alignment and channel positioning,
return shade to full open position and re-insert the fabric into the side chan-
nels. Be sure that the slat bar at the bottom of the fabric is exactly centered.
Run the shade through several more cycles to confirm proper operation.
For all: Re-attach cover to head box.
For bead-clutch operation: If you haven't already, run the chain down
through the chain guide slots and attach the chain guide cover. Then drop
the chain through the two large holes in the bottom of the face cover that
line up below the clutch.
For all: Hook cover top over top lip on top cover and swing down. Check
alignment then snap on at end caps. If this is a pocket installation, re-attach
bottom closure to pocket. Slide the length of the bottom cover into the slot
on the head box, then push up and snap on at endcaps. Attach at endcaps
using screws removed in step 3.
For an electric or spring operated shade, proceed to step 15.
Run the shade to the fully down position. Using a pair of pliers, attach one
of the stop balls to the very top of the exposed front portion of the chain.
CAUTION: Be careful not to distort the ball with the pliers. (These balls can-
not be easily removed once put on.) This will be the down stop. Next, open
the shade to the fully open position—the slat bar will be all the way up but
still fully visible and not entered into the headbox (see Fig. 12). Attach the
other stop ball to the very top part of the back section of the exposed chain.
This is the up stop (see Fig. 14).

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Lightbloc FlexShade®—Small Hardware by Draper
Limit Switch Adjustments—Standard and Quiet Motors
Push Button Limits
1Fully depress both limit switch push buttons, then operate wall switch to
make sure system works properly.
2Raise shade to desired “up” stop position.
3Set upper limit by depressing and releasing the proper (back) push button.
4Lower shade to desired “down” stop position.
5Set lower limit by depressing and releasing the proper (front) push button.
CAUTION: Be sure all switches are in “off” position before adjusting limit
switches. Always be prepared to shut off manually when new adjustment is
being tested. Do not allow the shade roller to become exposed by run-
ning the shade fabric too far down. Shade may be severely damaged if
allowed to run too far up or down. Eachshade’slimitswitchmustbesetifus-
inggroupcontrolsystem.Motor should be installed so limit switches are
pointed down or accessible.
Electrical Connections
Motorized shade operates on 110-120V, 60 Hz. current. Shade is shipped with
internal wiring complete and control switch(es) fully boxed, and standardly
supplied with a 6' cable lead. Longer lead can be substituted by removing
two screws in motor end of roller, removing lead, plugging new lead in, and
replacing screws. Wire to connect shade to switch(es) and switch(es) to power
supply should be furnished by installer. Connections should be made in accor-
dance with attached wiring diagram, and wiring should comply with national
and local electrical codes.DO NOT wire motors in parallel without written
permission from Draper.
All operating switches should be “off” before power is connected.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Idlers on motorized shades may occasionally need lubrication. If lubrica-
tion is required, apply a small amount of a lithium based grease direct to the
idler pin.
Most of Draper’s standard fabrics may be cleaned at the window by
vacuuming with a soft brush attachment. They may also be cleaned by using
a sponge or soft cloth and mild solution of warm soapy water. A dishwashing
liquid, such as Ivory liquid, is recommended. A clean dry cloth is recommend-
ed for the metal finish. Exceptions are Flocké, Roc-Rol and Phifer SW7000
fabrics, which must be cleaned with a dry art sponge.
Please Note: Forlowvoltagewiringrequirements,Draperrecommendscon-
sultingwithaprofessionallowvoltageelectricalcontractor.Itisveryimportant
that shielded and stranded CAT 5 cable be used to prevent any electrical
interference.
Figure 15
Slat Bar
Catch
Sill Channel
NOTE: Opaque caulking around perimeter of cover, side channels, and
sill may be necessary for complete light block—especially for jamb
mounts where window openings are not square.
P-Clip Cord Tension Device
Figure 16
8Draper Bead Chain Clutch Operated shades that do not comply with
WMCA/ANSI Standard A100.1-2012 come with a cord tension device pre-
attached to bead chain (see Fig. 16). This device must be attached to wall,
jamb or sill so that the bead chain is held taut enough that children cannot
pull it away from the wall or fit their head into the loop. See safety note on
page 1.
Spring-Loaded Cord Tension Device
If your Draper Clutch FlexShade
®
complies with WMCA/ANSI Standard
A100.1-2012, a Spring-Loaded Cord tension device comes installed on bead
chain (see Fig. 17). An approved permanent warning label is attached, and
approved mechanical fasteners (wood screws) are included. Install cord ten-
sion device to wall, jamb or sill. To install, pull tensioner down so that the bead
chain is held taut and use the mounting hardware to keep it taut. The bead
chain should be taut enough so it will move smoothly through the device. If
there is not enough tension, the device will not allow the bead chain to pass
through and operate the shade. This device is designed so that children can-
not pull the bead chain away from the wall or fit their head into the loop. See
safety note on page 1. The installer is responsible for selecting mount-
ing hardware appropriate for site conditions. For more information, visit:
http://www.draperinc.com/WindowShades/WCMAcompliance.asp.
Attaching to Wood or Metal
1For attaching to wood, two #8-18 x 1.5" Zinc HWH TEK Type AB wood
screws are provided. For attaching to metal, choose fasteners with a mini-
mum fastener manufacturer-rated or tested release force of 20 lb (89 N),
and make sure they are long enough for the threads to catch and hold.
2Mark mounting hole locations with a pencil.
3Drill pilot holes smaller than the screw size.
Figure 17
JAMB MOUNT SILL MOUNT
Spring-Loaded
Clamp
JambMount SillMount
Tensioner
Installation through Drywall
1Make sure that screws are long enough for the threads to catch and hold
joist or stud.
2Locate the stud and mark it with a pencil.
3Mark mounting hole locations.
Please note: Ifyouareunabletomountonastud,useMollyBoltsorToggle
Bolts.Thefastenersshallhaveaminimumfastenermanufacturer-ratedor
tested release force of 20 lb (89 N).
4Drill shallow pilot holes smaller than the screw size.
5Pass screws through the Spring Loaded Tension Device. Turn the screws
into the pilot hole, starting by hand. The fasteners shall have a minimum
fastener manufacturer-rated or tested release force of 20 lb (89 N).
4Pass screws through the Spring Loaded Tension Device. Turn the screws
into the pilot hole, starting by hand.
Please Note: Tighten screws so that the Spring Loaded Tension Device
maintainsenoughtensiononthebeadchainforshadetooperatewithout
working loose, but not tight enough that the Spring Loaded Tension Device is
damagedbyovertightenedscrews.
Please Note: Tighten screws so that the Spring Loaded Tension Device
maintainsenoughtensiononthebeadchainforshadetooperatewithout
working loose, but not tight enough that the Spring Loaded Tension Device is
damagedbyovertightenedscrews.

LightBloc Dimensions
End cap assembly
Liner
Cloth
Light
seal
Overall shade height
Unit width = Cloth width + 23/8"
5/8"5/8"
35/16"
2"
Stay
Side Channel
Clear opening = Cloth width + 31/8"
Cloth width
Side channel width = Cloth width + 23/8"
19/16"19/16"
13/16"13/16"
23/4"
3/4"
Sill
channel
Weight
bar
Slat
bar
Top/back cover
Face/bottom cover37/16"
23/4"
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Lightbloc FlexShade®—Small Hardware by Draper
Screw-Type Limits
1Determine which direction of fabric travel corresponds with arrows on mo-
tor.
2Operate shade to desired “down” stop position. Set limit by turning the
proper socket toward the “+” to lower the limit, and “-” to raise it.
3Operate shade to desired “up” stopping position. Set limit by turning the
proper screw toward the “-” to raise the limit, and “+” to lower it.
Limit Switch Adjustments—RTS Motors
For instructions of setting limits on these motors, consult Draper's
Motorized Shade Handbook, available in the motorized shades section
of www.draperinc.com.
Limit Adjustments (ILT Motors)
1Connect the ILT switch to the motor via the terminal blocks, or via the
modular port using four conductor modular cable. When using modular
cable, the cable connectors MUST NOT be crimped in reverse, as with
standard telephone cable.
2Set the slide switch to the lower position. Press and hold the DOWN button
on the switch to move the viewing surface to the desired lower limit. If the
shade moves in the opposite direction, release the DOWN button and
press and hold down the STOP button for four seconds. This will reverse
the operation of the UP and DOWN switches.
3Move slider switch into center position.Wait a couple of seconds.
Please Note: If you move the slider switch from down to up in one mo-
tion it sets the two limits in the same postion.
4Set the slide switch to the higher position. Move the shade to the desired
upper limit by pressing and holding the UP button on the wall switch.
5Return the slide switch to the center position to return to normal operation.
6To set the shade to an alternate format position, move the shade to the
desired position and press the STOP button. Press and hold the STOP but-
ton for at least three seconds to record the position.
Please Note: PressingandreleasingtheUPbuttonontheswitchwillmove
theshadetoitsupperlimit.PressingandreleasingtheDOWNbuttonwill
movetheshadetoitslowerlimit.
 Whilethemotorisinmotion,pressingtheSTOPbuttonforlessthantwo
seconds will stop the shade at its present position.
 Oncethemotorisstopped,pressingtheSTOPbuttonwillmovetheshade
toitsalternateformatposition.
 PressingandholdingtheSTOPbutton,whenthemotorisatrestorinmo-
tion,foratleastthreesecondswillrecordanewintermediateposition.
SSTTOOPP
To
Motor
Back View
SW1 SW2 FUNCTION
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF OFF
Set LOWER limit
Set UPPER limit
RecordPosition/
Normal Operation
OFF
12
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n
d
+
5V
SSTTOOPP
To
Motor
Back View
SW1 SW2 FUNCTION
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF OFF
Set LOWER limit
Set UPPER limit
RecordPosition/
Normal Operation
OFF
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Standard and Quiet Single Shade Wiring Diagram
For multiple shades or low voltage wiring, consult diagrams provided with control.
NOTE: This wiring diagram is for
standard right-hand motor place-
ment and fabric from rear of roller.
For left hand motor placement
with fabric from rear of roller, Red
becomes “Up” and Black becomes
“Down.”
Do not wire motorized units in parallel without written consent from Draper.
For multiple shade
or low voltage wiring
consult diagrams
provided with
control.
Internal Shade Wiring
White (Common)
Black
Red
Green (Ground)
Control
switch Single gang box by others
Min. 4" x 2
1
/ 8 " x 1
7
/ 8 " deep
Red
Black
Black
To 110-120V Line
Dashed wiring by electrician
Radio Technology
110-120V Quiet Motor
Internal Screen Wir
ing
White (Neutral)
Black
Green (Ground)
Dashed wiring
by electrician
To 110-120V Line
Wall Switch
or RF
Receiver
Radio Technology
110-120V Motors
Single Low Voltage Control
Internal Shade Wiring
White (Neutral)
Black
Green (Ground)
Dashed wiring
by electrician
To 110-120V Line
Multiple Low Voltage Controls
Internal Shade Wiring
White (Neutral)
Black
Green (Ground)
Dashed wiring
by electrician
To 110-120V Line
Wall Switch,
RF or IR
Receiver,
or integrated
control system
Wall Switches,
RF or IR
Receivers,
or integrated
control systems
Data Cable
Data
Cables
Optional
splitter
Optional
Modular
Splitter
to 110-120V Power Supply (Dashed wiring by electrician)
Wall Switch,
IR or RF Receiver
or integrated control system
Data Cable
110-120V ILT Standard and Quiet Shade Wiring Diagrams
Multiple ILT Motors
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