HunterDouglas Design Studio Parts list manual

Installation • Operation • Care
Design Studio™Roman Shades
EasyRise™,UltraGlide
®, and LiteRise®
Lifting Systems

CONTENTS
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GETTING STARTED
Product View—EasyRise™...........................................................................1
Product View—UltraGlide®.........................................................................2
Product View—LiteRise®............................................................................3
Product View—Optional Valance................................................................4
Tools and Fasteners Needed .......................................................................5
INSTALLATION
Installation Overview...................................................................................6
Mount Installation Brackets — Inside Mount without Valance.................7
Mount Installation Brackets — Inside Mount with Optional Valance .......8
Mount Installation Brackets — Outside Mount without Valance ..............9
Mount Installation Brackets — Outside Mount with Optional Valance...10
Install the Shade........................................................................................12
Attach the Valance Fabric (If Applicable) ..................................................13
Attach the Universal Cord Tensioner (UCT) .............................................14
OPERATION
Operate the Shade.....................................................................................15
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................17
CARE
Shade Removal (If Necessary)...................................................................19
Cleaning Procedures .................................................................................19
CHILD SAFETY
Warning .....................................................................................................20
Cord Loop Shades......................................................................................20
WARRANTY.................................................................................Back Cover

1
GETTING STARTED
Installation
Bracket
Extension
Bracket
(Optional)
Dust Cover
(Optional)
Dust Cover
Hook-and-Loop Strips
Cord Loop
Fabric
Covered
End Cap
Cord
Tensioner
and
Bracket
Product View—EasyRise™

2
GETTING STARTED
Product View—UltraGlide®
Installation
Bracket
Extension
Bracket
(Optional)
Dust Cover
(Optional)
Dust Cover
Hook-and-Loop Strips
Cord
Tassel
Fabric
Covered
Headrail
Plastic
End Cap

3
GETTING STARTED
Product View—LiteRise®
Installation
Bracket
Extension
Bracket
(Optional)
Dust Cover
(Optional)
Dust Cover
Hook-and-Loop Strips
Handle
Fabric
Covered
Headrail
Plastic
End Cap

4
GETTING STARTED
Product View—Optional Valance
Components for
Optional Valance
Valance Headboard
Valance L-Bracket*
*Outside mounts only. Returns shown here on both sides.
Left return only and right return only can be specified.
Inside mount valances do not have returns.
Return*
Hook-and-Loop
Attachment
Valance Fabric

5
GETTING STARTED
Thank you for purchasing Hunter Douglas Design Studio™Roman shades. With proper
installation, operation and care, your new shades will provide years of beauty and
performance.
Please thoroughly review this instruction booklet and enclosed packing list before beginning
the installation.
Tools and Fasteners Needed
■Flat blade and Phillips screwdriver
■Level (laser level is recommended)
■Measuring tape and pencil
■Power drill,
1
∕ 8 " 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 1
1
∕ 2 " screws are provided per installation bracket.
■Additional #6 hex head screws are provided with optional valance.
➤Inside mount. Four or more 2" screws are provided to attach the valance headboard.
➤Outside mount. Two 1
1
∕ 2 " screws and two
3
∕ 4 " screws are provided per L-bracket to
attach the brackets to the mounting surface (1
1
∕ 2 ") and the valance headboard to the
brackets (
3
∕ 4 ").
■Speed Nuts and Screws (Provided). Extension brackets come with speed nuts
and screws.
Speed Nuts
and Screws
(Provided with Each
Extension Bracket)
#6 x 1
1
⁄ 2 "
Hex Head Screws
(Provided)

6
INSTALLATION
Installation Overview
■Installation brackets. The number
of brackets required varies with
shade width.
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.
■Refer to the appropriate page below based on your order:
➤Inside Mount without Valance — Page 7
➤Inside Mount with Optional Valance — Page 8
➤Outside Mount without Valance — Page 9
➤Outside Mount with Optional Valance — Page 10
Shade
Width
Brackets
Required
15" – 30" 2
30
1
∕ 8 " – 54" 3
54
1
∕ 8 " – 78" 4
78
1
∕ 8 " – 96" 5
Installation
Bracket
Collectively, the sill and
jambs are called the
“window casement.”
Molding
Head Jamb
Sill
Jamb Jamb
Outside Mount
Shade mounts outside
window opening.
Inside Mount
Shade fits within
window opening.

7
INSTALLATION
Mount Installation Brackets — Inside Mount without Valance
■Mark 3" in from each jamb.
➤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.
■Center the installation bracket on your marks, then mark the screw holes. “TOP” is
stamped on the top side of the brackets. Use the following mounting depth guidelines
when positioning the installation brackets:
➤Minimum mounting depth for bracket attachment is
7
∕ 8 ".
➤Minimum mounting depth for a fully recessed installation is 2
1
∕ 2 ".
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned
after mounting.
■Drill the screw holes using a
1
∕ 8 " drill bit.
■Attach the installation brackets using the screw provided.
➤Check that the mounting surface is level and the brackets are aligned. If mounting to a
heavily textured surface, shim the brackets, if needed.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete
with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are not recommended.
Proceed to “Install the Shade” on page 12.
3" 3" Space EvenlySpace Evenly
Jamb Jamb
3" 3"
Fully
Recessed:
Minimum
2
1
⁄ 2 " Depth
Bracket
Attachment:
Minimum
7
⁄ 8 " Depth
2
1
⁄ 2 "
7
⁄ 8 "

8
INSTALLATION
Mount Installation Brackets — Inside Mount with Optional Valance
With the optional valance, first the valance headboard is mounted inside the casement and
then the installation brackets are mounted to the valance headboard.
■Locate the valance headboard inside the window casement. Position the headboard
against the head jamb.
➤The headboard must be recessed into the window opening at least 1
3
∕ 4 " for secure
attachment.
➤To fully recess the valance, a minimum depth of 3
7
∕ 8 " is required.
➤The hook-and-loop material faces front and the staples on the headboard face down.
■Drill
7
∕ 8 "pilot holes for the valance headboard mounting screws. Drill the holes all the way
through the fabric and headboard into the head jamb.
➤Starting 2" from each end, space the pilot holes no more than 12" apart. Locate the
holes 1
7
∕ 8 " from the back of the headboard so the screws do not interfere with shade
installation.
■Attach the valance headboard to the head jamb. Use the 2" hex head screws.
■Attach the installation brackets to the valance headboard using the screw provided.
Follow the “no valance” mounting procedures starting on page 7, with the valance
headboard being the head jamb.
➤If necessary, adjust bracket spacing to avoid the valance headboard mounting screws.
➤Typically, the back of the installation brackets should align with the back of the
headboard.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete
with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are not recommended.
Proceed to “Install the Shade” on page 12.
1
3
∕ 4 "
Minimum
Valance Headboard
Mounting Depth
3
7
∕ 8 "
Valance
Headboard
1
1
∕ 8 "

9
INSTALLATION
Mount Installation Brackets — Outside Mount without
Valance
■Center the headrail above the window opening at the desired height. Use a pencil to
lightly mark where its ends are located.
➤Alternatively, measure the width of the headrail and use this measurement to
determine where the ends of the headrail will be located.
■Mark 3" in from each end of the headrail.
➤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.
■Center the installation bracket on your marks, then mark the screw holes. “TOP” is
stamped on the top side of the brackets.
➤The top of the installation brackets should be at the height where you want the top of
the headrail to be located.
➤If using extension brackets, center an extension bracket on each mark to determine
where to drill the pilot holes.
IMPORTANT: Extension brackets cannot be used if an optional valance was ordered with
the shade or if an optional dust cover was ordered.
➤The rear of the installation brackets or extension brackets must be flush against a flat
mounting surface. Do not mount brackets on curved molding.
IMPORTANT: The tops of the brackets must align level after mounting.
■Drill the screw holes using a
7
∕ 8 " drill bit.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete
with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are not recommended.
Headrail End Marks
Window Opening
3" 3"
Space Evenly Space Evenly
3"
Extension
Bracket
Installation
Bracket
Headrail
End Mark

10
INSTALLATION
■Attach the installation brackets or extension brackets to the mounting surface.
CAUTION: The rear of the installation brackets must be flush against a flat mounting
surface. Do not mount installation brackets oncurved molding.
➤Use the 1
1
∕ 4 " (installation bracket) or 1
7
∕ 8 " (extension bracket) hex head screws provided
with your order.
■The tops of all brackets must be aligned and level.
■If using extension brackets, attach an installation brackets to the
underside of each extension brackets using the provided
1
∕ 2 " flat
head screws and speed nuts, as shown.
➤Due to the weight of the shade, a maximum projection of 1"
is recommended.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must
be aligned and level.
Proceed to “Install the Shade” on page 12.
Mount Installation Brackets — Outside Mount with Optional
Valance
With the optional valance, first the valance headboard is mounted and then the installation
brackets are mounted to the wall or molding under the headboard.
■Center the headboard above the window opening at the height to allow enough room for
the shade to be mounted below. Mark where the ends of the valance headboard will be
located.
➤Alternatively, measure the width of the valance headboard and use this measurement
to determine where the ends of the headboard will be located.
➤Mark L-bracket locations 3" in from each valance headboard end location. If more than
two L-brackets came with your order, space additional bracket(s) evenly between the
two end brackets and mark their location. With two-piece headboards (valances over
96" wide), the two equal-width sections abut in the center. Space brackets 3" in from
the ends of each section and evenly in-between.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to place a bracket on each side of the center split.
3" 3"
Space EvenlySpace Evenly
Valance Headboard End Marks
Window Opening

11
INSTALLATION
■Center the L-brackets on your marks and mark the screw holes.
➤The top of the L-brackets should be 1" below the height where you want the top of the
valance to be located.
➤The rear of the L-brackets must be flush against a flat mounting surface. Do not mount
L-brackets on curved molding.
IMPORTANT: The tops of the L-brackets must level and aligned.
■Drill the screw holes for the L-bracket using a
1
∕ 8 " drill bit.
■Attach the L-brackets using the 1
1
∕ 2 " hex head screws provided.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/
metal studs or into concrete with concrete anchors.
Drywall anchors are not recommended.
■Mark screw locations for attaching the valance headboard.
Position the valance headboard on top of the L-brackets with its
ends aligned with the end marks and the back against the wall.
➤The hook-and-loop material faces front and the staples on the headboard face down.
➤Mark the bottom of the headboard (the side with the staples) through the front and rear
slotted holes on the center of the L-brackets.
■Drill the screw holes using a
1
∕ 8 " drill bit for the valance headboard screws. Remove the
headboard and drill the holes. Be careful not to drill through the fabric on the top of the
valance headboard.
■Attach the headboard to the L-brackets. Use the
3
∕ 4 " hex head screws. (Longer screws will
pierce the top of the fabric.)
■Mount the shade installation brackets to the wall or molding underneath the valance
headboard.
➤The top of the installation brackets must be
1
∕ 4 " below the bottom of the valance
headboard, so that the L-brackets do not
interfere with shade installation.
➤Mount the end installation brackets on
the inside of the valance L-brackets.
➤If necessary, adjust spacing of additional
installation brackets to avoid L-brackets.
➤Do not install the installation brackets
directly into the valance headboard.
➤Do not use extension brackets with the
shade installation brackets.
Valance
L-Bracket
3"
Valance
Headboard
End Mark
1
1
∕ 2
" Hex Head
Screws
Top of Bracket
1
∕ 4 " Below
Valance
Headboard

12
INSTALLATION
Install the Shade
■If an optional dust cover was ordered (outside mount with no valance only), attach
hook-and-loop strips to the top of the headrail. Install the strips 1½" from each end of the
headrail and midway between installation bracket mounting locations.
➤Peel the adhesive backing from one side of the
hook-and-loop strip.
➤Press the adhesive side firmly in place so that the
ends of the strip are flush with the front and back
lips on the top of the headrail.
■Install the shade into the installation brackets. Refer
to the illustrations below.
➤With the headrail slightly tilted, insert its front lip
onto the front lip of the installation
bracket.
➤Push the headrail back and up until its bottom lip snaps into bottom tab on the
installation bracket.
➤Check that the headrail is secure in all brackets.
NOTE: On inside-mounted shades, there is a light-minimizing strip on the headrail that
helps to reduce the top light gap. This strip may be removed, if desired.
Install the Dust Cover (If Applicable)
■Peel the backing from the top of the hook-and-loop strips.
With the top of the dust cover facing the room, align its
ends with the ends of the headrail.
➤Tuck the front edge of the dust cover under the folded
edge of the fabric on top of the headrail.
➤Push the back of the dust cover down and press firmly
in place onto the hook-and-loop strips.
Hook-and-Loop Strip
Press
Firmly
Push Headrail Up
and Back to Snap
into Bottom Tab
Bottom Tab
Insert Front Lip of
Headrail onto Bracket
Front
Dust Cover

13
INSTALLATION
Attach the Valance Fabric (If Applicable)
■Center the valance fabric in front of the valance headboard. Press the strip of hook-and-
loop material on the fabric to the hook-and-loop material on the front of the headboard.
➤Be sure the top of the valance fabric is aligned and level with the top of the valance
headboard.
➤If necessary, adjust the placement of the valance fabric by carefully peeling the top
from its hook-and-loop attachment and repositioning it.
➤For valances with only one return, attach the fabric to the return side first.
➤Affix the valance returns to the ends
of the valance headboard (outside
mounts only). Press the strip of
hook-and-loop material on the valance
returns to the hook-and-loop material
on the ends of the headboard. Make
adjustments as necessary until you
are satisfied with the appearance
of the valance.
NOTE: Garment tacks are used to secure the pleats on the returns during shipping. They
can be left in for a more tailored return or carefully removed for a fuller return.
Valance
Headboard
Return*
Valance Fabric
Return
*Outside mounts only. Returns shown here on both sides.
Left return only and right return only can be specified.
Inside mount valances do not have returns.
Return*
Return
Return

14
INSTALLATION
Attach the Universal Cord Tensioner (UCT)
Before you proceed, you must first slide the cord
tensioner(s) 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(s) according to the instructions provided with the
Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Kit.
WARNING: It is imperative that the cord tensioner(s) 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(s) 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(s).
Indicator
Line
Universal
Cord
Tensioner

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OPERATION
Operate the Shade
UltraGlide®Lifting System
For smooth operation, keep the cord close to the fabric when lowering and raising the shade.
To Lower the Shade
■Pull the cord toward the center of the shade at about
a 45° angle. A locking mechanism at the top of the
cord releases with a “click.” The shade lowers as you
allow the cord to return to the vertical position.
■To stop the shade while lowering, move the cord
back toward the vertical position and give a slight
downward pull, until the locking mechanism engages.
■If the shade hits an obstruction as it is lowered,
it will stop, but the cords in each cord rout may
become misaligned. This may cause the shade to be
angled or tilted when fully raised. If this occurs, do
the following:
➤Raise the shade slightly.
➤Lower the shade completely to the sill. In some
cases, pull gently on the bottom rail to get it to
drop completely.
IMPORTANT: If the bottom of the shade is tilted when fully raised, do not pull harder on
the cord. It does not correct the tilt and may make it worse.
To Raise the Shade
■Pull the cord straight down.
➤With each stroke the shade partially
raises.
➤Allow the cord to retract after each
downward stroke.
➤Use multiple strokes until the shade
reaches the desired position.
To Lower:
Pull the cord
toward the center of
the shade and release.
To Raise:
Pull the
cord straight
down with
short strokes.

16
OPERATION
EasyRise™Lifting System
■Pull the rear cord to lower the shade.
■Pull on the front cord to raise the shade
IMPORTANT: 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 shade to operate properly.
See the instructions that came in the cord
tensioner installation kit.
LiteRise®Lifting System
For better support and smoother operation, use the handle when raising and lowering the
shade.
To Lower the Shade
■Slowly and steadily pull down on the bottom rail handle.
To Raise the Shade
■Slowly and steadily push up on the bottom rail handle.
To Raise
To Lower
Pull down or push
up to lower or
raise the shade.

17
OPERATION
Troubleshooting
Problem
The shade will not fit into the installation brackets.
Solution Check that the front edges of all installation brackets are aligned and on the
same level.
Problem
The valance fabric is not level.
Solution Carefully detach the fabric from its hook-and-loop attachment and re-position it.
Problem
The shade raises unevenly.
Solution Adjust one or more of the bottom cord stops to
level the bottom of the shade. Lift up the bottom
of the shade to access the cord stops. Pull the
ferrule out of bottom of the cord stop. Move
ferrule up or down to position cord stop higher or
lower. Push the ferrule back into bottom of cord
stop and check the shade for levelness. Be sure
the lift cord and ladder cord are secure.
Problem
EasyRise™Only: The universal cord tensioner has climbed to the headrail.
Solution 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
shade.
Problem
EasyRise Only: The shades raise at different rates when cord loop is
pulled.
Solution Depending on the size and weight of the shades, the clutch ratios may be
different. More cord travel is required with larger shades than with smaller
shades. This is completely normal, and not a defect of the product.
Problem
The shade is too short.
Solution If the shade was ordered with a valance, be sure the valance and shade
brackets are installed properly. The valance headboard is considered in the
overall height of the shade and valance combined. A deduction in shade
height is taken by fabrication to accommodate the thickness of the valance
headboard.
First, pull
ferrule from
cord stop.
Move to
Adjust
Cord Stop

18
OPERATION
Problem
The shade is wrinkled when installed.
Solution Allow the shade to hang in the lowered position for a few days to reduce
wrinkles.
Problem
There is a light gap at the top of the window frame.
Solution If a valance was ordered with the shade, the valance fabric can be adjusted
using the hook-and-loop attachment to minimize the light gap or accommodate
uneven applications.
Problem
The battens or folds don’t align.
Solution Side-by-side shade alignment is guaranteed within
1
⁄ 4 " when shades are
ordered at the same time, and in the identical style, fabric, lining, color,
height, lifting system, and mounting style. Side-by-side shades must be
specified on the order form.
In order to achieve custom shade heights for Hunter Douglas Design Studio™
Roman shades, spacing from the top of the shade to the first batten or fold
may be more or less than the consistent spacing between battens or folds on
the rest of the shade. This is called “top indexing.”
Problem
The shade hits an obstruction as it is lowered.
Solution If the shade hits an obstruction as it is lowered, it will stop, but the cords
in each cord rout may become misaligned. This may cause the shade to be
angled or tilted when fully raised. If this occurs, do the following:
Raise the shade slightly.
Lower the shade completely to the sill. In some cases, pull gently on the
bottom rail to get it to drop completely.
IMPORTANT: If the bottom of the shade is tilted when fully raised, do not
pull harder on the cord. It does not correct the tilt and may make it worse.