HunterDouglas Alustra Woven Textures Series Parts list manual

Installation •Operation •Care
Alustra®Woven Textures®
Standard and Cassette Roller Shades

CONTENTS
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Getting Started:
Product View ............................................................................................1
Tools and Fasteners Needed......................................................................2
Installation:
Installation Overview .................................................................................3
Mounting Types and Window Terminology...................................................3
Mount the Installation Brackets For Standard Shades — Inside Mount .........4
Mount the Installation Brackets for Standard Shades — Outside Mount .......5
Mount the Installation Brackets for Cassette Shades — Inside Mount ..........7
Mount the Installation Brackets for Cassette Shades — Outside Mount........8
Install the Shade .......................................................................................9
Attach the Optional Components................................................................9
Attach the Universal Cord Tensioner (UCT) ...............................................11
Operation:
Operate the Shade ..................................................................................12
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................13
Care:
Removing the Shade (If Necessary) ..........................................................14
Cleaning Procedures ...............................................................................14
Child Safety:
Warning .................................................................................................15
Cord Loop Shades...................................................................................15

GETTING STARTED
1
Cord
Tensioner
and Bracket
Bead
Chain
Loop
Cassette Shade
Cassette
Installation
Brackets
Clutch-Side
Installation
Bracket
Rotator-Side
Installation
Bracket
Standard Shade
Magnetic
Hold-Down
Bracket
(Optional)
Standard
Hold-Down
Bracket
(Optional)
Product View

2
GETTING STARTED
Thank you for purchasing Hunter Douglas Alustra®Woven Textures®Roller Shades. With proper
installation, operation, and care, your new shades will provide years of beauty and performance.
Please thoroughly review this instruction booklet before beginning the installation.
Check the packaging to be sure you have all the components needed to install your shade. Keep
the packaging until the shades perform to your satisfaction.
Tools and Fasteners Needed
■Flat blade and Phillips screwdriver ■Level
■Measuring tape and pencil ■Power drill, 3∕32" drill bit,
and a 1∕4" hex driver
In addition, you will need fasteners designed to work with your specific mounting surface(s).
■#6 Hex Head Screws (Provided). Two 11∕2" screws are provided per
installation bracket.
■Longer Hex Head Screws (Not Provided). If using spacer blocks,
use a #6 screw long enough for a secure attachment.
■Drywall Anchor (Not Provided). Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the paper banding used to prevent shade from unrolling
prematurely until after the shade is installed.
#6 x 1½"
Hex Head Screw
(Provided)

INSTALLATION
3
Installation Overview
■Your order will include one of the following installation brackets.
➤The standard installation brackets are supplied in pairs.
One is used for the side with the bead chain loop and
the other for the rotator side of the shade.
➤The number of installation brackets required for cassette shades varies depending on
the shade width, as shown in thetable.
Mounting Types and Window Terminology
If the installation brackets are mounted correctly, the rest of the installation process will follow
easily. To prepare for this important first step, review the mounting types and basic window
terminology illustrated below.
■Refer to the appropriate page below based on your order:
➤Standard – Inside Mount, see page 4.
➤Standard – Outside Mount, see page 5.
➤Cassette – Inside Mount, see page 7.
➤Cassette – Outside Mount, see page 8.
Standard
Installation
Brackets
Cassette
Installation
Bracket
Cassette Shade
Shade
Width
Brackets
Required
Up to 36" 2
361/8" – 72" 3
721/8" – 79" 4
Outside Mount
Shade mounts outside
window opening.
Inside Mount
Shade fits within
window opening.
Collectively, the sill and
jambs are called the
“window casement.”
Molding
Head Jamb
Sill
Jamb Jamb

INSTALLATION
4
Mount the Installation Brackets For Standard Shades — Inside Mount
■The installation brackets are supplied in pairs.
One bracket is used on the clutch side with
the bead chain loop and the other bracket is
used with the rotator side of the shade.
■The installation brackets are always mounted
so that the inner surfaces face each other, as
shown. The brackets must be mounted so the shade is level wheninstalled.
■Center the shade in the window and mark the end of the clutch side of theshade.
■Measure the width of the shade from the clutch to end of thetab.
➤Starting with the previously made mark, use this measurement to mark the location for
the rotator-side bracket.
■Place the outside edge of the clutch-side bracket on the first
mark, then mark the location of the screwholes.
➤The minimum depth required for mounting is 2¾".
■Place the rotator-side bracket centered on the second mark,
then mark the location of the screw holes.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets
must be level and aligned to eachother.
Inside Mount
Holes
Center
Opening
T-Hook
Clutch
Side
Rotator
Side
Tab
Clutch
Measure width of the shade
from the clutch to the end
of the tab.
Use this measuremen
t
to mark the location
for the rotator-side
bracket.
Previously
Made Mark
Tab
1
2
Clutch-Side
Bracket
Rotator-Side
Bracket

INSTALLATION
5
■Use a 3∕32" drill bit to drill holes for the screws.
IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall. Drywall anchors are
not provided.
■Check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary. Shims are not
provided.
■Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
Mount the Installation Brackets for Standard Shades — Outside Mount
■The installation brackets are supplied in pairs.
One bracket is used on the clutch side with
the bead chain loop and the other bracket is
used with the rotator side of the shade.
■The installation brackets are always mounted
so that the inner surfaces face each other, as
shown. The brackets must be mounted so the
shade is level wheninstalled.
➤If the shade is outside mounted, the screws are
placed horizontally when mounting the bracket to
thewall.
➤If the shade is ceiling mounted, the screws are
placed vertically when mounting the bracket to the
ceiling.
Outside/Ceiling
Mount Holes
Center
Opening
T-Hook
Clutch
Side
Rotator
Side
Tab
Outside
Mount
Tab
Ceiling
Mount

INSTALLATION
6
■Center the shade in the window and make a mark on the end of the clutch side of
theshade.
■Measure the width of the shade from the clutch to end of thetab.
➤Measure and mark the width of the shade from the previously made mark.
■Place the outside edge of the clutch-side bracket
on the first mark, then mark the location of the
screwholes.
➤A 2¾" flat vertical surface is required to mount
the brackets.
■Place the rotator-side bracket centered on the second
mark, then mark the location of the screw holes.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation
brackets must be level and aligned to eachother.
■Use a 3∕32" drill bit to drill holes for the screws.
IMPORTANT: If you are fastening the installation brackets to drywall, be sure to use wall
anchors and follow the instructions provided with the anchors. (Anchors not provided.)
■Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary.
(Shims not provided.)
■Use the hex head screws provided to fasten the installation brackets to the mounting
surface.
Clutch
Measure width of the shade
from the clutch to the end
of the tab.
Use this measurement
to mark the location
for the rotator-side
bracket.
Previously
Made Mark
Tab
1
2
Clutch-Side
Bracket
Rotator-Side
Bracket

INSTALLATION
7
Mount the Installation Brackets for Cassette Shades — Inside Mount
■Measure and mark 2½" in from each jamb for bracket location.
➤If more than two installation brackets came with your order, space additional bracket(s)
on studs, evenly between the two end brackets and mark their location.
■Mark the location of the screw holes by centering
the brackets on the previously made marks.
➤The depth required for a minimum mounting is 2¼". For fully
recessed mounting 4¼" will allow the headrail to be flush
with the front of the sill.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets
must be level and aligned to eachother.
■Use a 3∕32" drill bit to drill holes for the screws.
IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.
Drywall anchors are not provided.
■Check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary. Shims are not
provided.
■Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
Space Evenly Space Evenly
Installation Brackets
2 "
12
Jamb Jamb
2 "
12
2½"

INSTALLATION
8
Mount the Installation Brackets for Cassette Shades — Outside Mount
■Determine the bracket locations.
➤Center the headrail over the window opening at the desired height. Use a pencil to lightly
mark each end of the headrail.
■Measure and mark 2½" in from each end of the headrail.
➤If more than two installation brackets came with
your order, space additional bracket(s) evenly on
studs, between the two end brackets and mark their
location.
■Mark the location of the screw holes by centering the
brackets on the previously mademarks.
➤A minimum 4" flat vertical surface is required to
mount the brackets.
➤The top of the installation brackets should be at
the desired height. The brackets should be level
andaligned.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to
eachother.
■Using a 3∕32" drill bit, drill holes for the screws.
IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall. Drywall anchors are not
provided.
■Check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary. Shims are not
provided.
■Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
2½" 2½"Space EvenlySpace Evenly
Headrail End Marks
Window Opening
2½"

INSTALLATION
9
Install the Shade
Standard Shade
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the paper banding used to prevent shade from unrolling
prematurely until after the shade is installed.
■Hold the shade with the bottom of the clutch facing the floor, and
the bead chain loop hanging straightdown.
■Install the clutch end of the shade onto the tab on the clutch-side
bracket.
■Swing the rotator side of the shade into
place so the rotator pin engages the
rotator-side bracket.
■Rotate the T-hook down to close.
■Remove the paper banding on the shade.
Cassette Shade
■Angle the cassette back and then bring the
cassette forward to catch the front lip of
the bracket.
■Push the cassette back to snap it into the
lower lip on the bracket.
Attach the Optional Components
Hold-Down Brackets
Hold-down brackets may be used with outside mount shades only.
■With the shade fully lowered, insert the pin on the hold-down
bracket into the hole on the bottom rail endcap.
■Mark the hole locations on the mounting surface.
■Center the hold-down brackets over the mounting hole
locations and check their alignment. Attach using twoscrews.
IMPORTANT: Disconnect the bottom rail from the hold-down brackets to raise the shade.
Clutch
Bottom
of the Clutch
Rotator Pin
Engaged
To Close the
T-Hook
Headrail
Front
Lip
Bracket

INSTALLATION
10
Magnetic Hold-Down Brackets
■Lower the shade.
■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 shade slightly
(it may be necessary to have someone assist you). Adjust the bracket
to the best overall position using the mounting options shown below.
■Mark the screw location.
➤The screw should be placed in the middle of the channel. This will allow for adjustment.
■Drill the screw holes using a 3/32" drill bit.
■Attach the hold-down brackets to the mounting surface using
the screws provided.
■If necessary, adjust the bracket location in the channel for best
operation.
Hold-Down
Bracket
Bottom
Rail
Outside Mount
Preferred Alternate
Inside Mount
Preferred Alternate
If necessary,
adjust the
bracket in the
slot.

INSTALLATION
11
Attach the Universal Cord Tensioner (UCT)
Before doing anything, you must first slide the cord
tensioner to the bottom of the beaded 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 half way down the channel
to release the safety mechanism.
■Slide the cord tensioner down to the bottom of the
beaded cordloop.
CAUTION: The shade will not operate properly unless the cord tensioner is
secured. A cord tensioner installation kit has been included with your shade.
Follow the instructions in the kit to correctly secure the cord tensioner.
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.
Half Way
Point
Universal
Cord
Tensioner

OPERATION
12
Operate the Shade
To Lower The Shade
■Hold the back of the cord loop and pull down.
■Pull until the shade is at the desired height.
IMPORTANT: If a reverse roll shade was
ordered, the fabric will roll off the front of
theshade.
To Raise the Shade
■Hold the front of the cord loop and pull down.
■Pull until the shade is at the desired height.
Pull the
Back Cord
Pull the
Front Cord

OPERATION
13
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The shade raises or
lowers unevenly.
■Check that the installation brackets are level and aligned.
Shim the brackets, if necessary.
The shade will not raise. ■If the hold-down brackets have been used, make sure they
have been released.
The universal cord
tensioner has climbed to
the headrail.
■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 Universal Cord
Tensioner Installation Instructions in the kit included with
your shade.
The universal cord
tensioner grabs onto the
cord upon operation.
■Check that the universal cord tensioner is mounted properly.
Reinstall, if necessary. Properly mount the cord tensioner.
See the Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Instructions
that came with your Cord Tensioner Kit.
The shade is skewing. ■Check that the brackets are level. If not, remove the shade
and reposition one of the brackets.
■Roll up the shade until the bottom rail is fully raised, then
reinstall the shade.

CARE
14
Removing the Shade (If Necessary)
Standard Shades
■Open the T-hook on the rotator-side installationbracket.
■Slide the rotator side of the shadeup and away from
the bracket.
■Gently pull the opposite end of the shade from the
clutch tab on the other bracket.
Cassette Shades
■Insert the tip of a flat head screwdriver into the
screwdriver slot provided on the bracket.
■Press down to release the cassette.
■Roll the cassette forward and then down to
remove.
Cleaning Procedures
Alustra®Woven Textures®Roller Shades are made from anti-static, dust-resistant materials
which repel dirt and dust. The following options are available if your shade needs cleaning.
Dusting
■Regular light dusting with a feather duster is all the cleaning needed in most circumstances.
Vacuuming
■Use a hand-held vacuum with low suction for more thorough dust removal.
Compressed Air/Hair Dryer (Cool Setting)
■Use compressed air or a hair-dryer on a cool setting to blow dust and dirt off shades.
Open the T-Hook
to Remove
the Shade
Insert a
screwdriver
to release
the headrail.

CHILD SAFETY
15
WARNING
For more safety information call 1-888-501-8364
in the U.S. or 1-866-662-0666 in Canada.
Young children can STRANGLE in cord loops. They can also wrap cords around their
necks and STRANGLE.
■Always keep cords out of the reach of children.
■Move cribs, playpens and other furniture away from cords. Children can climb
furniture to get to cords.
Cord Loop Shades
■Attach the cord tensioner on the cord loop to the wall or window
casement. See “Attach The Universal Cord Tensioner (UCT)” on
page 11. This can prevent children from pulling cord loops
around their necks.
■Hunter Douglas provides a cord tensioner installation kit with
instructions for attaching the cord tensioner. For the shade to
operate properly, the cord tensioner must be correctly mounted
andsecured.
■Only Hunter Douglas supplied cord tensioners and hardware should
be used. Replacement parts may be obtained by contacting the
Hunter Douglas Customer Information Center at 1-888-501-8364.
Warning
Warning

Notes

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