HunterDouglas Duette Installation manual

Installation and Care
Duette
®
and Applause
®
Honeycomb Shades
Arches, Circles, and Quarter Circles

CONTENTS
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or their respective owners.
GETTING STARTED
Product View.................................................................................1
Tools and Fasteners Needed ........................................................2
Installation Overview....................................................................2
STAND-ALONE ARCH INSTALLATION
Prepare the Stand-Alone Arch......................................................3
Mount the Specialty Brackets ......................................................4
Install the Stand-Alone Arch ........................................................6
ARCH SHARING A RECTANGULAR SHADE
HEADRAIL INSTALLATION
Mount the Rectangular Shade......................................................7
Attach the Arch to the Rectangular Shade ..................................7
QUARTER CIRCLE INSTALLATION
Mount the Specialty Brackets .....................................................8
Install the Quarter Circle.............................................................10
CIRCLE INSTALLATION
Prepare the Circle .......................................................................11
Attach the Arch Support Clips....................................................11
Install the Circle..........................................................................12
SUPPORT CLIP OR HOOK INSTALLATION
Attach Support Clips or Hooks ...................................................13
Install the Arch into the Arch Support Clips or Hooks ...............14
CARE
Removing the Shade, If Necessary ............................................15
Cleaning Procedures...................................................................16
WARRANTY..................................................................Back Cover
Questions?
Call Hunter Douglas Consumer Support at 1-888-501-8364.

GETTING STARTED
1
Product View
Quarter Circle
Fabric
Side
Rail
Bottom
Rail
Quarter
Circle
Cover
Circle
Cord
Disc Cover
Fabric
Magnet
Rectangular
Shade
Headrail
Fabric
Support Cord
Filler
Strip
Specialty
Bracket
Arch Sharing
a Rectangular
Shade Headrail
Arch
Cover
Pocket and
Ferrule
Fabric
Support Cord
Filler
Strip
Specialty
Bracket
Stand-Alone Arch
Rail
End Cap
Arch
Cover
Pocket and
Ferrule
Specialty
Bracket

2
GETTING STARTED
Thank you for purchasing Hunter Douglas Duette®and Applause®Honeycomb Shades. With
proper installation and care, your new shades will provide years of beauty and performance.
Please thoroughly review this instruction booklet and the enclosed packing list before
beginning the installation.
Tools and Fasteners Needed
 Flat blade and Phillips screwdrivers
 Pencil
 Power drill,
3
⁄ 32 " drill bit, and
1
⁄ 4 " hex driver
 Scissors
 Double-sided tape (to attach Arch Cover or Disc Cover)
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 specialty bracket.
 #6 Flat Head Screws (Provided). If end mounting a rectangular shade, use two 1
1
⁄ 2 "
screws per installation bracket.
 Drywall Anchors (Not Provided). Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.
Installation Overview
IMPORTANT: Arches, Circles, and Quarter Circle shades can only be mounted on the inside
of the window casement.
 Your order will include specialty brackets and hardware specific to your pleat size and
shade type.
 Refer to the following appropriate page based on your order:
 Stand-Alone Arch Installation — Page 3
 Arch Sharing a Common Headrail Installation — Page 7
 Quarter Circle Installation — Page 8
 Circle Installation — Page 11
#6 x 1
1
⁄ 2 "
Hex Head Screw
(Provided)
#6 Flat Head Screw
for Use with Rectangular
Shade Headrail End Mounts
(Provided)

STAND-ALONE ARCH INSTALLATION
3
Prepare the Stand-Alone Arch
The arch fabric and filler strip are shipped
attached to the rail.
 Position the rail so the trimmed edge is
on the right.
 Remove the left end cap from the rail.
NOTE: On an imperfect arch, the inside
edge of the fabric stack will be straight
and even, while the outside edge will be
trimmed and uneven.
 Slide the fabric stack and filler strip
down toward the left side of the rail.
 Gently bend the filler strip and insert it
into the top cell of the fabric stack.
IMPORTANT: If a tension support cord
was included with your arch, be careful
not to pull out the cord from the cell it is
threaded through. If necessary, rethread
the support cord through the center cell
of the arch.
 Fan out the fabric and slide the top cell
into the fabric channels of the rail.
 For the 1
1
⁄ 4 " pleat size, pull the
fabric away from the edges of the
filler strip to prevent the rail from
snagging the fabric as you slide
the filler strip into the rail. See
photo below.
 If you have a tension support cord, pull
the cord taut as you fan out and slide
the fabric onto the rail. See photo to
the right.
 Center the arch on the rail.
 Insert the end cap back into the rail.
T
op Cell
Filler
Strip
Straight Edge
Trimmed Edge
(Imperfect Arch)
Top Cell
Filler Strip
Support Cord
Filler Strip
Tension Support Cord (If Applicable)

STAND-ALONE ARCH INSTALLATION
4
Mount the Specialty Brackets
 Your order will include specialty brackets specific to your
pleat size.
 The number of specialty brackets required varies with
shade width, as shown in the table.
NOTE: The specialty bracket for
3
⁄ 4 " pleat size is shown; the installation procedures
for other pleat sizes are the same.
 Bend the two tabs of the bracket templates downward and insert the tabs into the holes
in the rail as shown below. Use the holes near each end, whenever possible.
NOTE: There are extra holes in the rail in case the holes nearest each end do not work
for your specific application.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the double-sided tape on the bracket templates is facing away
from the rail.
 Remove the backing from the double-sided tape on the bracket templates.
 Place the rail inside the window opening at the desired mounting location.
 Press the rail against the mounting surface until the templates stick to the mounting
surface.
Shade Width
Brackets
Required
12" – 60" 2
60
1
⁄ 8 " – 84" 3
Specialty Bracket
Double-sided Tape
Bracket Template
Tabs
Double-sided Tape

STAND-ALONE ARCH INSTALLATION
5
 Carefully remove the shade from the window opening.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the templates stay on the mounting surface.
 Mark the screw holes.
 Carefully remove the templates from
the mounting surface.
 Drill the screw holes using a
3
⁄ 32 "
drill bit.
 Attach the specialty brackets using
the screws provided.
IMPORTANT: The specialty
brackets should be level and aligned.

STAND-ALONE ARCH INSTALLATION
6
Install the Stand-Alone Arch
 Install the shade into the specialty brackets.
 Push the rail into the brackets and rotate
down until it latches.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the fabric is not
caught between the bracket tabs and the rail
and that the spring tabs are on the back of
the rail.
 Attach the arch cover, if desired.
 Affix the arch cover to the center of the
arch using double-sided tape.
If arch support clips or hooks are provided, proceed to
“Attach Support Clips or Hooks” on page13.
Arch
Cover
Rail Bracket
Spring Tab
Latch
Front

ARCH SHARING A RECTANGULAR SHADE HEADRAIL INSTALLATION
7
Mount the Rectangular Shade
IMPORTANT: Arches can only be attached to a rectangular shade that is end mount.
For end mount bracket location and headrail installation, refer to the “End Mount” section in
the Installation, Operation, and Care instructions that came with your rectangular shade.
Attach the Arch to the Rectangular Shade
The headrail of the rectangular shade has a magnetic strip attached to the top of the rail. The
fabric stack has magnets attached to the two metal filler strips that are inserted into the top
cell and bottom cell of the arch fabric stack.
NOTE: On an imperfect arch, the inside edge of the fabric stack will be straight and even,
and the outside edge will be trimmed and uneven.
IMPORTANT: The magnet attached to each filler strip ends 3" short of the outside edges to
accommodate the installation brackets.
 Check that the filler strips in the top
and bottom cells of the arch fabric
stack are aligned with the ends of the
fabric stack.
 Place the fabric stack on top of the
rail with the colored side of the fabric
facing you.
 On the right side of the headrail, lay
the bottom cell of the fabric stack onto
the magnet.
 Fan out the fabric.
 On the left side of the headrail,
lay the top cell onto the magnet.
 Center the arch on the rail. If
necessary, adjust the filler strip
in the top and bottom cells of the
fabric stack.
If arch support clips or hooks are provided, proceed to
“Attach Support Clips or Hooks” on page13.
To
p
Cell
Magnet
Top Cell
Bottom Cell
Magnet in Top Cell
and Bottom Cell

QUARTER CIRCLE INSTALLATION
8
Mount the Specialty Brackets
 Your order includes specialty brackets specific to your
pleat size.
 The number of specialty brackets required varies
with rail width, as shown in the table.
NOTE: The specialty brackets for
3
⁄ 4 " pleat size is shown; the installation procedures
for other pleat sizes are the same.
 Bend the two tabs of the bracket templates downward and insert the tabs into the holes
in the side and bottom rails as shown below. Use the holes near each end, whenever
possible.
NOTE: There are extra holes in the rail in case the holes nearest each end do not work
for your specific application.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the double-sided tape on the bracket templates is facing away
from the rail.
 Remove the backing from the double-sided tape on the bracket templates.
 Place side and bottom rails inside the window opening at the desired mounting location.
 Press each rail against the mounting surface until the templates stick to the mounting
surface.
Width of
Mounting Rail
Brackets
Required
12" – 31" 2
31
1
⁄ 8 " – 42" 3
Specialty Bracket
Double-sided Tape
Bracket Template
Tabs
Double-sided Tape

QUARTER CIRCLE INSTALLATION
9
 Carefully remove the shade from the window opening.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the templates stay on the mounting surfaces.
 Mark the screw holes.
 Carefully remove the templates from the
mounting surfaces.
 Drill the screw holes using a
3
⁄ 32 " drill bit.
 Attach the specialty brackets using the
screws provided.
IMPORTANT: The specialty brackets should
be level and aligned.

QUARTER CIRCLE INSTALLATION
10
Install the Quarter Circle
 Install the shade into the specialty brackets.
 Push the side rail into the brackets and
rotate toward the window frame until it
latches.
 Carefully fan out the bottom rail.
 Push the bottom rail into the brackets and
rotate down until it latches.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the fabric is not
caught between the bracket tabs and the rail
and that the spring tabs are on the back of
the rail.
 Attach the quarter circle cover, if desired.
 Affix the quarter circle cover to the corner of
the quarter circle using double-sided tape.
If arch support clips or hooks are provided, proceed to
“Attach Support Clips or Hooks” on page13.
Rail Bracket
Spring Tab
Latch
Front
Quarter Circl
e
Cover

CIRCLE INSTALLATION
11
Prepare the Circle
 Stand the cylinder up with the loose cords at the
top. The top becomes the outside curve of the
circle.
 Flatten the cylinder into the circle by gently
pushing down and out on the top.
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to let the loose ends of
the cords slide into the cells.
Attach the Arch Support Clips
 Your order will include four
arch support clips: one for the
top center, one for the bottom
center, one for the center of the
left side, and one for the center
of the right side.
 Minimum mounting depth is 1".
 Minimum mounting depth for a
fully recessed circle shade is:
 1
5
⁄ 8 " for
3
⁄ 8 " pleat
 2
3
⁄ 8 " for
3
⁄ 4 " pleat
 3" for 1
1
⁄ 4 " pleat
 Attach four arch support clips to the circle mounting surface through the hole in the top of
the clip with provided screws. Do not tighten the screws yet.
Arch Support Clip

CIRCLE INSTALLATION
12
Install the Circle
 Place the shade in the window opening with the cords positioned at the top, bottom, left
side, and right side, corresponding to the locations of the arch support clips.
 Wrap the left end cord around the screw holding the left arch support clip.
 Tighten the screw on the left arch support clip.
 Pull the cord taut and wrap the right end of the cord around the right arch support clip.
 Tighten the screw on the right arch support clip.
 Use scissors to trim any excess horizontal cords.
 Repeat the process for the vertical cords with the top and bottom arch support clips.
 Carefully tuck the shade into the clips.
 If necessary, bend or reconfigure to shape the
circle to the best possible appearance.
 Attach the disc cover, if desired.
 Affix the disc cover to the center of the circle
using double-sided tape.
Front of
Circle
Arch
Support
Clip
Disc
Cover

SUPPORT CLIP OR HOOK INSTALLATION
13
Attach Support Clips or Hooks
IMPORTANT: The correct number of arch support clips or arch support hooks were shipped
with your shade.
Arch Support Clips are used to keep the shade from falling against
the window or out of (or away from) the window frame.
Arch Support Hooks provide the same function as arch clips in
addition to actual support of the shade fabric.
IMPORTANT: With the shade installed, mark the correct depth
or placement of the arch support clips or hooks. Remove the shade
before installing the clips or hooks.
Install the Arch Support Clips (If Applicable)
 Attach clips to the mounting
surface through the hole in
the top of the clip.
 Install the first clip at the top
of the arch above the center
cell of the fabric.
 If necessary, space additional
clips evenly along the arch so
the clips are spaced no more
than 19" apart.
Install the Arch Support Hooks (If Applicable)
 Count the number of hooks supplied to support your shade.
 Odd Number of Hooks: Position the first
hook at the top center of the window opening.
Position the next two hooks at 45° from the
center hook. Space the remaining hooks evenly
between 45° and 90°.
IMPORTANT: Do not position the hooks lower
than 45° from the bottom of the arch.
 Even Number of Hooks: Position the first two
hooks at a 45° angle from the bottom center of
the arch. Space the remaining hooks evenly.
Arch Support Clip
Arch Support Hook
45° 45°
90°
No Hooks Below 45°

SUPPORT CLIP OR HOOK INSTALLATION
14
 Attach the arch support hooks with the screws provided. Be sure to mount the hooks at a
consistent depth within the window frame.
Install the Arch into the Arch Support Clips or Hooks
 Support the fabric as you install the arch.
 If a center support cord is used:
 Loosen the screw on the top arch support clip or hook. If one does not exist, place a
screw at the top center of the arch.
 Wrap the top end of the support cord around the screw. The support cord should be
tight, to help support the headrail.
 Tighten the screw on the top arch support clip or hook.
 If arch support clips are used:
 Carefully tuck the shade into the clips.
 If arch support hooks are used:
 Carefully use the pointed end of the hooks to
puncture the fabric between the glue lines (at
least
1
⁄ 8 " into the cell).
 Continue to support the fabric until all arch support clips or arch support hooks are
engaged.
 If necessary, bend or reconfigure to shape the arch to the best possible appearance.
Consistent Depth
Angled View of Arched Window Opening
Depth
Front of
Arch
Arch
Support
Clip
Arch Support
Hook
Glue
Line

CARE
15
Removing the Shade, If Necessary
Arch Support Clips or Arch Support Hooks
 If applicable, carefully remove the shade fabric from the arch support clips or arch support
hooks.
Specialty Brackets
 Push the rail against the brackets to release
the latch and lift it out of the brackets.
Removing the Arch and Rectangular Shade
Arch
 Grasp the bottom cell and magnet of the arch and lift up to detach from the magnet on top
of the rectangular shade headrail.
Rectangular Shade
 Lower the shade approximately 4".
 While holding the headrail, push back on the
bottom tab of the installation bracket to release
the bottom edge of the headrail.
 After releasing the bottom edge, roll the back of
the headrail down and out from the bracket.
Rail Bracket
Front
Headrail
Bracket
Back of
Shade
Remove
Bottom
Tab

CARE
16
Cleaning Procedures
Hunter Douglas Duette®and Applause®Honeycomb Shades are made of anti-static,
dust-resistant fabric which repels dirt and dust. For most honeycomb fabrics, the following
cleaning options are available.
Dusting
 Regular light dusting with a feather duster is all the cleaning that is needed in most
circumstances.
Vacuuming
CAUTION: Do not vacuum Elan®fabrics.
 For deeper cleaning, vacuum gently with a brush attachment.
Compressed Air/Hair Dryer (Cool Setting)
 Use compressed air or a hair-dryer on a cool setting to blow dust and dirt off shades.
Spot-Cleaning
CAUTION: Do not spot-clean Alexa, Alexa Metallic™, Apollo™, Calypso™, Commercial, Elan,
Applause Esprit™, India Silk, Jardin, Leela, Macon™, and all Batiste fabrics.
 Prepare a solution of warm water and a mild detergent.
 Dampen a clean cloth in the solution and wring it out.
 Dab the spot with the dampened cloth until it is removed. Do not rub the fabric.
 Allow the shade to dry in the completely lowered (or fanned out) position.
Bathtub Cleaning/Water Immersion
CAUTION: Do not immerse Alexa, Alexa Metallic, Calypso, Commercial, Elan, India Silk, all
Batiste fabrics, all Alustra®Duette fabrics, and all room-darkening fabrics. Do not immerse
Applause Esprit fabrics.
 Immerse the shade in a basin or bathtub filled with warm water and a mild detergent.
 Rinse with clean water.
 Before removing from the rinse water, fully raise the shade and tilt it to allow excess
water to drain off.
 Dry the shade completely in the lowered (or fanned out) position.

CARE
17
Ultrasonic Cleaning
CAUTION: Do not ultrasonically clean Commercial, Batiste 1
1
⁄ 4 ” Semi-Sheer, and all
room-darkening fabrics.
 Specify that a mild detergent solution be used.
 Dry the shade completely in the lowered (or fanned out) position.
Injection/Extraction Cleaning
This type of professional cleaning injects a cleaning solution into the fabric and extracts the
dirty solution in the same motion.
 Use only the dry method of injection/extraction for Elan®fabrics.
 If using injection/extraction for Alexa and Batiste Bamboo fabrics, specify that no
chemicals are used (water only).

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