HunterDouglas LiteRise Parts list manual

Horizontal Blinds
Standard Cordlock, Operable Specialty Shapes,
LiteRise®
, SimpleLift
™
, and
UltraGlide®Operating Systems
Installation •Operation •Care

CONTENTS
© 2020 Hunter Douglas. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are the property of Hunter Douglas or
their respective owners.
GETTING STARTED
Product View — Standard Cordlock and Operable Specialty Shapes.............................1
Product View — LiteRise®, SimpeLift™, and UltraGlide®.................................................2
Tools and Fasteners Needed ............................................................................................3
Unpack the Blind...............................................................................................................3
INSTALLATION
Installation Overview .......................................................................................................4
Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside or Ceiling Mount ..........................................5
Mount the Installation Brackets — Outside Mount ........................................................7
Install the Blind...............................................................................................................10
Complete the Installation ...............................................................................................14
OPERATION
Operate the Blind............................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................20
CARE
Removing the Blind (If Necessary) .................................................................................23
Cleaning Procedures.......................................................................................................23
CHILD SAFETY
Cord Connector ...............................................................................................................24
Reassembly of Cord Connector ......................................................................................24
Cord Cleats......................................................................................................................25
WARRANTY......................................................................................................Back Cover
Questions?
Call Hunter Douglas Consumer Support at 1-888-501-8364.

GETTING STARTED
1
Product View — Standard Cordlock and Operable Specialty
Shapes
Standard Cordlock
Operable Specialty Shape
2" or 4" Extension
Brackets (Optional)
End
Bracket
End
Bracket
End Bracket
Spacer Block
1
End Bracket
Spacer Block
1
Intermediate
Bracket
Spacer Block
1
Intermediate Bracket
(If Required)
Corner Clips for
Valance Returns
(If Required)
Universal
Valance Clips
2
Magnetic
Valance Clips
2
Hold-Down
Brackets
and Pin
(Optional)
Valance Splice
(If Required)
1
Required with 2
1
/ 2 " slat size; optional with 2" slat size.
2
Valance, valance clips, slats, bottom rail, tassel, and wand design vary by product.
Valance
2
Bracket
Shim
(Optional)

2
GETTING STARTED
Product View — LiteRise®, SimpleLift™, and UltraGlide®
End
Bracket
End
Bracket
End Bracket
Spacer Block
1
End Bracket
Spacer Block
1
Intermediate
Bracket
Spacer Block
1
Intermediate Bracket
(If Required)
Corner Clips for
Valance Returns
(If Required)
Universal
Valance Clips
2
Hold-Down
Brackets
and Pin
(Optional)
Valance Splice
(If Required)
1
Required with 2
1
⁄ 2 " slat size; optional with 2" slat size.
2
Valance, valance clips, slats, bottom rail, tassel, and wand design vary by product.
UltraGlide
®
LiteRise
®
Valance
2
SimpleLift™
Hold-Down
Brackets
(Optional)
Bracket
Shim
(Optional)
Magnetic
Valance Clips
2
2" or 4" Extension
Brackets (Optional)
SimpleLift

GETTING STARTED
3
Thank you for purchasing Hunter Douglas horizontal blinds. With proper installation,
operation, and care, your new blinds 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
■ Ballpoint pen
■
1
⁄ 4 " hex , Flat blade and Phillips screwdrivers
■ Level (laser level is recommended)
■ Measuring tape and pencil
■ Power drill,
3
⁄ 32 " drill bit, and
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.
■ Longer #6 Hex Head Screws (Not Provided). If using spacer blocks, use #6 screws
long enough for a secure attachment.
■ Nuts and Screws (Provided). Extension brackets come with nuts and screws.
■ Self-Tapping Screws (Not Provided). If using extension brackets, use self-tapping
screws for a secure attachment.
Unpack the Blind
■ Remove the blind from the package. Keep the packaging
until the blind operates to your satisfaction.
■ Refer to the packing list and check for all necessary parts.
■ Contents of your hardware package may vary
depending upon the options chosen.
■ Do not remove the slat protector tape (if applied).
Doing so will damage the slat finish.
■ Remove shipping protective piece in the headrail
before installing (if applied).
Nut
and Screw
(Two Provided with
Each Extension Bracket)
Self-T
apping Screw
(Not Provided)
#6 x 1
1
∕ 2 "
Hex Head Screw
(Provided)
Longer #6 Hex Head Screw
for Use with Spacer Blocks
(Not Provided)
16
Do Not
Remove
Slat Protector
Tape
Remove Shipping
Protective Piece
Before Installing
Top of Headrail

INSTALLATION
4
Installation Overview
■ Two end brackets are used to mount horizontal blinds.
Wider blinds also require one or two intermediate
brackets, as shown in the tables below.
Mounting Types and Window Terminology
If the installation brackets are mounted correctly, the rest of the installation process follows
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 or Ceiling Mount — Page 5
➤ Outside Mount — Page 7
Intermediate
Bracket
End
Bracket
Outside Mount
Blind mounts
outside window
opening.
Inside Mount
Blind fits within
window opening.
Collectively, the sill and
jambs are called the
“window casement.”
Molding
Head Jamb
Sill
Jamb Jamb
Width of Blind Intermediate Brackets
Up to 48" 0
48
1
⁄ 8 " – 60" 1
60
1
⁄ 8 " – 96" 2
2" and 2
1
⁄ 2 " Wood
Alternative Wood Blinds
Width of Blind Intermediate Brackets
Up to 48" 0
48
1
⁄ 8 " – 96" 1
96
1
⁄ 8 " – 144" 2
2" Aluminum Blinds

INSTALLATION
5
Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside or Ceiling Mount
Bracket Shims (Optional)
Bracket shims are used to gain clearance for valance
clips with inside or ceiling mounts. One shim for each
end bracket and two shims for each intermediate
bracket are included.
■ With each end bracket, first fold the shim and then
position it on top of the end bracket to gain the
required clearance.
■ With each intermediate bracket, stack two unfolded
shims.
NOTE: Bracket shims may also be used to level the
blind whenever the mounting surface is uneven.
The shims can be cut along their fold line to make
them thinner.
Attach the End Brackets
With inside or ceiling mounts, attach the two end brackets flush against the sides of the
window casement or to the ceiling. Choose the most appropriate of the following mounting
methods:
■ Side/Top Mount (Inside mount only): Mount the end brackets with one screw through
a side hole and one screw through a top hole, as shown below left.
■ Side Mount (Inside mount only): Mount the end brackets with two screws through
diagonal side holes.
■ Top Mount (Inside or ceiling mount): Top mount the end brackets with screws through
the two top holes, as shown below right.
■ Ceiling mount only: If the end brackets are flush with the back wall, attach them with
one screw through a top hole and one screw through a rear hole.
One Shim
Folded Over
Two Shims
Stacked
End
Bracket
Intermediate
Bracket
One Shim
Folded Over
T
wo Shims
Stacked
End
Bracket
Intermediate
Bracket
Side/Top
Mount
Top Mount
1
3
∕ 8 "
Side/Top
Mount
1
3
∕ 8 "
Top Mount

INSTALLATION
6
■ Use a
3
⁄ 32 " drill bit to drill holes for the mounting screws.
■ Attach the end brackets using the screws provided.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the end brackets must align.
NOTE: For blinds with 2
1
⁄ 2 " slats, spacer blocks are used with inside mounts to position
the end brackets a minimum of
3
⁄ 8 " away from the glass. The spacing prevents the slats
from rubbing the glass when they are tilted open.
■ Operable Specialty Shapes with sloped headrail: Only the top of each end bracket
can be flush against the casement.
Attach the Intermediate Brackets (If Required)
■ Evenly space the intermediate bracket(s) between the two end brackets.
➤ Adjust spacing if needed to avoid interference with internal headrail mechanisms.
■ Attach the intermediate bracket(s) with two screws through diagonal top holes.
IMPORTANT: The rear of the end brackets and intermediate bracket(s) must align.
Proceed to “Install the Blind” on page 10.
Intermediate
Bracket
End
Bracket
End
Bracket
Space Evenly Space Evenly

INSTALLATION
7
Mount the Installation Brackets — Outside Mount
To attach the end brackets, a flat vertical surface of at least 1
3
⁄ 4 " is required.
Mark the End Bracket Locations
■ Mark where the ends of the headrail will be located.
➤ Center the headrail over the window opening at the desired height. Use a pencil to
lightly mark each end of the headrail.
➤ Alternatively, measure the width of the headrail and use that width to mark the
headrail end points over the window opening.
■ Make a second mark
1
⁄ 4 " to the outside of the headrail
end marks. The outer marks are where the outside
edges of the end brackets will be located.
Attach the End Brackets
NOTE: The illustrations in this section show spacer blocks mounted with the end brackets.
Spacer blocks are required for all outside mount 2
1
⁄ 2 " blinds, unless extension brackets are
used. Spacer blocks are optional for 2" slat sizes.
■ Align the outside edge of each end bracket with the outer marks and mark diagonal
screw holes.
➤ Use a
3
⁄ 32 " drill bit to drill holes for the mounting screws.
Mark
Measure and Mark
1
⁄ 4 " Out from
Ends of Headrail
Mark

INSTALLATION
8
■ Attach the end brackets using two screws
through diagonal holes.
➤ If using spacer blocks, use #6 screws
long enough for a secure installation
(2
1
⁄ 2 " long screw is recommended).
IMPORTANT: The tops of the end
brackets must align.
CAUTION: The rear of the end
brackets or spacer blocks must be
flush against a flat mounting surface.
Do not mount end brackets on acurved
molding.
Attach the Intermediate Brackets (If Required)
■ Evenly space the intermediate bracket(s) between the two end brackets.
➤ Adjust spacing if needed to avoid interference with internal headrail mechanisms.
■ Attach the intermediate bracket(s) with
two screws through diagonal holes.
IMPORTANT: The tops of the end brackets
and intermediate bracket(s) must align.
Intermediate
Bracket
End
Bracket
End
Bracket
Space Evenly Space Evenly
1
3
∕ 8 " Slat Size

INSTALLATION
9
Extension Brackets (Optional)
Attach 2" or 4" extension brackets to the mounting surface in the same locations where the
end brackets and intermediate brackets would be attached.
■ Use the provided screws to mount each extension bracket.
IMPORTANT: The tops of the end brackets and intermediate bracket(s) must align.
■ Attach the installation brackets to the extension brackets using the screws and nuts
provided, as shown below.
Spacer Blocks for 2
1
⁄ 2 " Slat Size
NOTE: Spacer blocks are
required for the 2
1
⁄ 2 " slat size and
are optional for the 2" slat size.
■ Attach a spacer block to each
of the two end brackets.
■ If one or more intermediate
brackets is required (see chart
on page 4), attach a spacer
block to each intermediate bracket.
■ If extension brackets will be used, it is not necessary to attach spacer blocks.
Proceed to “Install the Blind” on page 10.
End Bracket
with 2" Extension Bracket
Intermediate Bracket
with 2" Extension Bracket
End and Intermediate Brackets
with 4" Extension Bracket
End Bracket with
2" Extension Bracket
Intermediate Bracket
with 2" Extension Bracket
End and Intermediate Brackets
with 4" Extension Bracket
1
3
∕ 8 ", 2", and 2
1
∕ 2 " Slat Sizes
1
3
⁄ 8 " Slat Size
End Bracket
Intermediate
Bracket

INSTALLATION
10
Install the Blind
Adding Projection to the Valance
The magnetic valance clips have a projection
adjustment feature. By pulling the clips outward, the
clips can provide an additional
1
⁄ 4 " projection.
The clips offer two projection positions. When the
clips are fully compressed, the narrowest projection
is
5
⁄ 8 ". The widest projection is
7
⁄ 8 " .
■ Insert a small flat blade screwdriver into the slot on
one side of the magnet making sure the screwdriver
is all the way down in the slot.
■ Push the screwdriver in toward the magnet and then
pull out to extend the clip.
■ Repeat on the other side until the magnet is level.
Attach the Magnetic Valance Clips to the Valance
■ Lay the valance face down on a protected
surface with the back side up.
■ Insert the clip dovetail into the valance groove.
5
∕ 8 "
Narrow Projection
7
∕ 8 "
Wide Projection

INSTALLATION
11
■ Twist the clip until it is straight with the clear
tabs at the top of the valance.
➤ There are at least two clips per valance.
For valances narrower than 36", position
clips 5
1
⁄ 2 " in from the ends of the valance.
For valances 36" or wider, position the
clips 10" in from the ends of the valance.
Additional clips should be spaced evenly
between the two end clips.
Attach the Universal Valance Clips to the Headrail
With fully recessed inside or ceiling mounts, the universal valance clips must be installed
before mounting the headrail.
■ Attach clips 3" and 6" from each end of the headrail avoiding any internal components.
■ Space additional clip(s) evenly between the two end clips so that they are no more than
36" apart.
■ Do not place the clips where they could interfere with internal headrail mechanisms.
■ If desired, the valance may be positioned
1
⁄ 4 " higher by raising the clips one notch up, as
shown in the illustration below right.
Standard
Position
Raised Clip =
Higher Valance

INSTALLATION
12
Attach the Corner Clips (If Required)
If the valance came with returns, connect the returns
to the valance using the corner clips provided.
The notches on the back of the valance and valance
returns fit into the grooves of the corner clips.
■ Slide one end of each clip onto the back of the
valance until the center of the clip aligns with the
edge of the miter cut at each end.
■ Slide a return onto each corner clip until its miter
is flush against the miter on the valance.
NOTE: Valance design varies by product.
Attach the Valance Splice (If Required)
For valances that are spliced, join the two mitered
valance pieces together by sliding the valance
splice clip over the back of the valance
where the two halves meet.
Mitered Edges Meet
V
alance
Valance
Return
(Cross-
Section)
Corner
Clip
Notch
Notch
Miters
Valance
Splice Clip

INSTALLATION
13
Mount the Headrail
■ Tilt the headrail so that its back lip slides under the front lip of the end brackets and
intermediate bracket(s).
■ Push the headrail against the back of the end brackets.
■ Check that the front lip of the intermediate bracket(s) is under the front lip of the headrail.
Adjust the Headrail Tightness
■ If the headrail is loose in the end brackets, bend
the tabs on the end brackets outward.
NOTE: The tabs may also be bent inward if the
headrail is difficult to install into the end brackets.
■ If your headrail end brackets do not have adjustable
tabs, bend the tabs on the headrail end locks to adjust
headrail tightness (for LiteRise®blinds only).
Close the End Brackets
■ Push the cover down until it snaps over the locking
tab on the bottom of the end bracket.
End Bracket
Intermediate Bracket
1
3
∕ 8 "
Slat Size
1
3
∕ 8 "
Slat Size

INSTALLATION
14
Open the End Brackets (If Necessary)
■ To open the end brackets, insert a flat blade screwdriver
between the bottom of the cover and the quick release tab,
and twist.
➤ You can also push up on the bottom of the end bracket to
release the locking tab.
Complete the Installation
Attach the Wand (If Ordered)
If the blind was ordered with a wand tilter, attach the wand to the metal shaft.
NOTE: Wands may appear different from the illustration, but assembly is the same.
■ Pull the plastic sleeve from the top of the wand and insert it over the metal shaft.
■ Insert the hook on the wand through the hole in the metal shaft.
■ Slide the plastic sleeve down over the hook until firmly seated.
■ Test the wand tilter.
Attach the UltraGlide®Pull Wand (If Ordered)
If the blind was ordered with an UltraGlide®pull wand, screw the
wand to the UltraGlide metal tip. Make sure the wand is screwed
all the way onto the tip and is snug.
Plastic Sleeve
Hook
Metal Shaft
Slide Sleeve
Over Hook
Slide
Sleeve
Over
Shaft
Wand
Hook
Through
Hole

INSTALLATION
15
Attach the Valance with Magnetic Valance Clips to the Headrail
■ Align the valance to the headrail.
■ Hold the valance securely from the front side with both hands.
■ Position the clips to the top-front lip of the headrail until it is
level and in position.
■ Press the valance gently forward, just enough so the clips
adhere to the headrail.
■ The magnetic valance clips allow for limited valance height
adjustments by carefully sliding the clip up or down while
the magnets are adhered to the headrail. The clip’s tabs rest on the top-front lip of the
headrail, keeping the valance level and preventing the valance from adjusting lower
beyond that point.
■ To remove the valance, gently pull the valance up and toward you.
CAUTION: The entire surface area of the magnet inside each clip needs to maintain
clean contact with the front surface area of the headrail at all times.
Attach the Valance with Universal Valance Clips
■ Tilt the valance to insert its bottom notch into the bottom part of the clips.
■ Pulling the valance slightly downward, insert the top notch of the valance into the clips, as
shown.
■ To remove the valance, gently pull the valance downward to release it from the top of the
clips. Rotate the top of the valance toward you. Lift up the valance to release it from the
bottom of the clips.
Attach the Hold-Down Brackets (Optional)
■ For wood and alternative wood bottom rails, the bottom rail will come with pre-drilled
3
⁄ 32 "
holes and hold-down pins that have been inserted in the center of the bottom rail ends.
For aluminum bottom rails (excluding SimpleLift™), push out the perforated pin plug from
each bottom rail end cap using a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object.
NOTE: Bottom rail design varies by product.
Bottom
Notch
Alternative Wood Blinds Valance
Aluminum Blinds Insertable Valance
Top
Notch
Top
Notch
Bottom
Notch

INSTALLATION
16
■ To mount the hold-down brackets, first fully lower the blind. Align the hold-down brackets
with the pins in the bottom rail.
➤ Use the first slot with the 2
1
⁄ 2 " slat size.
➤ Use the second slot with the 2" slat size.
■ Maintain the correct slot alignment as you attach the hold-down brackets to the jamb, sill,
or outside mounting surface.
■ Slide the hold-down pins into the appropriate slot or hole on the hold-down brackets.
■ If necessary with 2" outside mount blinds, the first slot of the hold-down brackets may be
used in place of a spacer block.
Attach the SimpleLift Hold-Down Brackets (Optional)
■ Lower the blind and place the pins from the hold-down brackets into the bottom rail
end caps.
■ Mark the screw holes on the mounting surface.
■ Check that the hold-down brackets are aligned and attach them using the two screws
provided.
Jamb
Mount
Second
Slot
First
Slot
Sill
Mount
Outside Mount
Outside Mount
Sill
Mount
Outside Mount
Sill
Mount

OPERATION
17
Operate the Blind
Tilting the Slats
■ Wand tilt (not shown): Rotate the wand to tilt the slats to
the desired angle.
■ Cord tilt: The two cords with individual tassels
are for tilting the slats. Each cord tilts the
slats in an alternate direction.
Raising and Lowering the Blind — Standard Cordlock System
IMPORTANT: Whenever raising or lowering the blind, the slats must
be in the open position.
■ Pull the single cord down and toward the center
to raise and lower.
■ Hold the single cord to the outside to lock
the blind in position.
Raising and Lowering the Blind — LiteRise®Operating System
IMPORTANT: Whenever raising or
lowering the blind, the slats must be in
the open position.
■ Grasp the bottom rail and push up
to raise the blind.
■ Grasp the bottom rail and pull down
to lower the blind.

OPERATION
18
Raising and Lowering the Blind — SimpleLift™Operating System
IMPORTANT: The slats must be in the open position when raising or lowering the blind.
To Raise the Blind:
■ Grasp the bottom rail near the center with one hand while balancing the bottom rail with
your other hand.
■ Fully press the center button with your thumb and gently lift the bottom rail.
■ Allow the slats to stack evenly by gradually lifting the bottom rail while the center button
is fully depressed.
■ Hold the bottom rail stationary at the desired position while releasing the button.
■ For inside mount blinds: When raising the blind, pull the bottom rail slightly toward
you. Press the center button and gently raise the bottom rail. Once the desired height is
reached, hold the bottom rail in place while releasing the button. Place the blind back into
the window opening and the blind will stay in that position.
To Lower the Blind:
■ Hold the bottom rail stationary at the desired position while releasing the button.
■ For inside mount blinds: When lowering the blind, pull the bottom rail down and slightly
toward you. Release the button and place the bottom rail onto the sill.