HunterDouglas Paramount Owner's manual

Installation •Operation •Care
Vertical Blind Collection
Paramount®, PermAlign®,and PermaTrak®
Headrail Systems

CONTENTS
Questions?
Call the Hunter Douglas Customer Information Center at
1-888-501-8364.
Getting Started:
Product View ................................................................................ 1
Tools and Fasteners Needed ......................................................... 2
Installation:
Installation Overview ..................................................................... 3
Mounting Types and Window Terminology....................................... 3
Valance Assembly ......................................................................... 4
Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount............................. 7
Mount the Installation Brackets — Outside Mount .......................... 9
Install the Vanes.......................................................................... 10
Attach the Vertical Cord Tensioner................................................ 11
Cord Adjustment — Cord and Chain Only..................................... 12
Operation:
Split Stack Blind Operation .......................................................... 13
Side Stack Blinds Operation ........................................................ 14
Care:
Removing the Headrail (If Necessary)............................................ 16
Removing the Vanes (If Necessary)............................................... 16
Cleaning Procedures ................................................................... 16
Child Safety:
Warning ..................................................................................... 17
Cord Loop Blinds......................................................................... 17
© 2016 Hunter Douglas. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are the property of Hunter Douglas or their
respective owners.

GETTING STARTED
1
Product View
Outside Mount
Adjustable Bracket
Inside Mount
Mounting Clip
Headrail
Optional Cord and Chain
Control System
Optional PermAssure®
Safety Wand Control
System
Standard
PermaTilt®
Wand Control
System
Vanes

2
GETTING STARTED
Thank you for purchasing Hunter Douglas Vertical Blinds. With proper installation, operation, and
care, your new blind will provide years of beauty and performance.
Please thoroughly review this instruction booklet and the enclosed packing list before beginning
the installation.
NOTE: Illustrations throughout these instructions show the PermaTrak®headrail.
Instructions are the same for the Paramount®and PermAlign®headrails.
Tools and Fasteners Needed
■Flat blade and Phillips screwdriver
■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 1½" screws are provided per installation bracket.
■Speed Nuts and Screws (Provided). Extension brackets come with speed nuts and screws.
Speed Nut
and Screw
(Provided with Each
Optional Extension Bracket)
#6 x 1½"
Hex Head Screw
(Provided)

INSTALLATION
3
Installation Overview
■Your order will include installation brackets specific to
your blind. The number of installation brackets required
varies with headrail width, as shown in the table.
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.
■If your blind has a valance go to — Page 4. Otherwise, go to your mounting option
below:
➤Inside Mount — Page 7
➤Outside Mount — Page 9
Blind
Width
Brackets
Required
15" – 48" 2
48
1
/ 8 " – 72" 3
72
1
/ 8 " – 96" 4
96
1
/ 8 " – 120" 5
120
1
/ 8 " – 144" 6
144
1
/ 8 " – 168" 7
168
1
/ 8 " – 192" 8
192
1
/ 8 " – 216" 9
216
1
/ 8 " – 240" 10
240
1
/ 8 " – 264" 11
264
1
/ 8 " – 288" 12
288
1
/ 8 " – 300" 13
Collectively, the sill and
jambs are called the
“window casement.”
Molding (or Wall)
Head Jamb
Sill (or Floor)
Jamb Jamb
Inside Mount
Blinds fit within
window opening.
Outside Mount
Blind mounts outside
window opening.

INSTALLATION
4
Valance Assembly
Please refer to the section below for your valance type.
Proceed to “Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount” on page 7 or “Mount the
Installation Brackets — Outside Mount” on page 9 based on the mounting option ordered.
Dust Cover Valance Assembly
Single-Tiered Closed Corner
■Cut a fabric insert for the valance and each valance return 1" longer at each end than the
valance and valance return width.
■Center the fabric insert in the valance and wrap the excess on each side around to the back
of the valance.
■At one end, hold the fabric insert in place with a
corner clip.
■At the opposite end, pull the fabric insert tight and
secure it in place with another corner clip.
■Center each valance return fabric insert and wrap
the excess on each side around to the back of the
valance return.
■Attach the valance return to the valance using the
already attached corner clip.
■At the opposite end of the valance return, pull the
fabric insert tight and secure it in place with a
valance return clip.
■Repeat the previous 4 steps for the other valance return.
IMPORTANT: Vinyl inserts should be cut flush with the ends of the valance and valance
returns. Secure vinyl in place with the corner clip and valance return clips.
Proceed to “Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount” on page 7 or “Mount the
Installation Brackets — Outside Mount” on page 9 based on the mounting option ordered.
Corner
Clip
Valance
Return
V
alance
Valance Return
Clip
Fabric
Insert

INSTALLATION
5
Single-Tiered Open Corner (Fabric Only)
■Cut a fabric insert long enough to wrap
around the corner and over the entire
return plus at least 1" excess at
each end.
■Attach the corner clip and valance
returns.
■Insert the fabric into the valance, wrap
it through the corner clip and into the
valance return.
IMPORTANT: Leave extra fabric at the other
end of the fabric insert to be able to wrap around
the other valance return.
■Wrap excess fabric around the end of the
valance return and secure it with a valance
return clip.
■Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the other
valance return.
Proceed to “Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount” on page 7 or “Mount the
Installation Brackets — Outside Mount” on page 9 based on the mounting option ordered.
Corner
Clip
Valance
Return
Valance
Fabric
Insert
Valance Return
Clip

INSTALLATION
6
Single-Tiered Round Corner
■Install the round valance corners onto each end of the
valance.
■Install the valance returns onto each end of the round
valance corners.
■Cut the fabric insert 4" longer than the total length of the
valance plus both returns.
NOTE: Vinyl inserts should be cut flush with the ends of
the valance returns. Secure vinyl in place with the valance return clips.
■Place the fabric insert into the clear lips of the valance,
continuing around the molded valance corner and through
the valance return.
■Wrap excess fabric around the end of the valance return and
secure it with a valance return clip.
■From the other end of the fabric insert, pull the fabric tight,
repeating the previous 2 steps.
■Attach the clear corner caps onto the valance corners, top
and bottom.
■Use a #4 1/2" screw to secure each valance return onto the dust cover valance surface.
Proceed to “Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount” on page 7 or “Mount the
Installation Brackets — Outside Mount” on page 9 based on the mounting option ordered.
Double-Tiered Round Corner
■To install the double-tiered universal round corner valance,
follow the instructions for the single-tiered universal round
corner valance. The corner caps are installed on the top and
bottom of the upper valance and only on the bottom of the lower
valance.
■Install the valance stacking clips into the back
lips of the (upper) dust cover valance, and
space 24" apart. For an outside (OB) mount
only, add an additional stacking clip to
each return.
Proceed to “Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount” on page 7 or “Mount the
Installation Brackets — Outside Mount” on page 9 based on the mounting option ordered.
Round Valance
Corner
Valance
Return
Valance
Fabric
Insert
Clear Corner
Caps
Valance
Return Clip
Dust
Cover

INSTALLATION
7
Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount
■Mark 2"to 4" in from each jamb. Measure and mark the underside of the dust cover, if
ordered.
➤If more than two installation brackets came with your order, space additional bracket(s)
evenly in 24" to 30" intervals between the end brackets and mark their location. Mount
into wood whenever possible.
IMPORTANT: Allow ½" clearance between vane and window.
Install Mounting Clips
■Drill the screw holes using a 3∕32" drill bit.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount
into wood/metal studs or into concrete
with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors
are not recommended.
➤If you did not order a valance, drill directly into
the ceiling/head jamb.
➤If you ordered a dust cover valance, drill through the rear groove of the dust cover
valance then into the ceiling/head jamb.
■Attach the mounting clip using the screws provided.
➤Hold the valance in position, the screw will go (through the valance, if ordered) into the
ceiling/head jamb.
2 to 4" 2 to 4"
30" Maximum 30" Maximum
Rear
Groove
Dust Cover
Valance
Mounting
Screw
Mounting
Clip

INSTALLATION
8
■Center the headrail underneath the
mounting clips.
■Tilt the headrail and insert it into the front edge of the mounting clips. Pull forward, then roll
the headrail back toward the rear of the blind. Push up and snap into place.
Proceed to “Install the Vanes” on page 10.
Mounting
Clip
Side
View
Wall
Ceiling/Head Jamb
21/4"
41/4"
Valance
(Optional)
1/2"
Vane
31/2"
Tilt and
Pull Forward
Tilt and
Pull F
orward
Roll Back
Rear Tab
Roll Back
Rear Tab
Paramount®Headrail
PermaTrak®and PermAlign®Headrail
Push Up
Push Up

INSTALLATION
9
Mount the Installation Brackets — Outside Mount
■Mark 2" to 4" in from each jamb.
➤If more than two “L” installation brackets came with your order, space additional
bracket(s) evenly in 24" to 30" intervals between the end brackets and mark their
location. Mount into wood whenever possible.
➤Adjust mounting clips to allow 1/2" clearance between the vane and the wall (i.e. 21/4"
for 31/2" vane).
■Drill the screw holes using a 3∕32" drill bit.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete with
concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are not recommended.
■Attach the brackets using the screws provided.
■Center headrail underneath mounting clips.
■Tilt the headrail and insert it into the front edge of the mounting clip. Pull and roll the
headrail up toward the rear of the blind and snap into place.
2 to 4" 2 to 4"
30" Maximum 30" Maximum
Tilt and
Pull Forward
Tilt and
Pull F
orward
Roll Back
Roll Back
Rear
Tab
Paramount®Headrail
PermaTrak®and PermAlign®Headrail
Push Up
Push Up
Rear
Tab

INSTALLATION
10
■If a valance is included, “snap” on a valance hanger next to each “L” bracket.
■Center the valance in relationship to the headrail and slide it into the valance hangers.
Install the Vanes
■Determine the desired light/view direction.Rotate the vane hooks so the slot between the
long and the short prong is facing you.
■Push the vane into the hook until it “snaps” into place.
Mounting
Clip
“L” Bracket
Side
View
Wall
Valance Hanger
Valance
(Optional)
31/2"
21/4"
1/2"
41/4"
Vane
Finished
Side
Top View
Finished
Side
Light Diffusion
into Room
Light Diffusion
into Room
Light Source (Sun)
Light Source (Sun)
Short
Prong
Long
Prong
Carrier

INSTALLATION
11
Attach the Vertical Cord Tensioner
Before doing anything, you must first slide the vertical cord
tensioner to the bottom of the cordloop.
■To release the cord tensioner, pull the mounting base down,
away from the tensioner body.
■Slide the cord tensioner down to the bottom of the cord loop.
■Install the blind and use the instructions in the Vertical Cord
Tensioner Kit to secure the cord tensioner to the window
casement.
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.
CAUTION: The blind will not operate properly unless the cord
tensioner(s) is secured. A Vertical Cord Tensioner Installation Kit has
been included with your blind. Follow the instructions in the kit to
correctly secure the cordtensioner(s).
Mounting
Base
T
ensioner
Body

INSTALLATION
12
Cord Adjustment―Cord and Chain Only
NOTE: Cord length and/or tension cannot be adjusted for PermaTilt®Wand Control System. It
is set in the factory to help ensure that the product meets cord safety standard.
To reduce cord length on a Side Draw Blind:
■Open the blind.
■Release the cord tensioner by removing the screws.
■Locate the cord knot in the front of the
lead carrier.
■Pull the cord to the desired length.
■Tie a double knot.
■Re-install the cord tensioner with the screws.
■Test for proper cord tension.
■Cut the excess cord.
To reduce cord length on Center Draw Blinds:
■Release the cord tensioner by removing the screws.
■Place the blind in the closed position.
■Locate the cord ends in the front of the lead carrier.
■Select the cord knot that adjusts the cord length only; if carrier movement is observed,
select the other cord.
CAUTION: Cutting the wrong cord will cause irreparable damage.
■Pull the cord to the desired length.
■Tie a double knot.
■Re-install the cord tensioner with the screws.
■Test for proper cord tension.
■Cut the excess cord.
Side Draw Carriers
in the Open P
osition
Cord Knot
Center Draw Carriers
in the Closed P
osition
Cord Knot

OPERATION
13
Split Stack Blind Operation
PermaTilt®Wand Control
NOTE: Cord length and/or tension cannot be adjusted for PermaTilt®Wand Control System. It
is set in the factory to help ensure that the product meets cord safety standards.
■Tilting. (gray arrows) When tilting your vanes use one hand
to hold the tether to keep it from moving, while turning
the wand handle with your other hand. This prevents the
tensioned cord from twisting.
■Traversing. (black arrows) When traversing your vanes use
one hand to hold the tether to keep it from moving, while
pulling the tensioned cord up or down with your other hand.
NOTE: Do not over torque the wand. It can cause the
louvers to kick out at the bottom of the blind and cause the
louvers to look misshapen.
Cord and Chain Operated
■Use the pull cords attached to the cord tensioner to open and
close the blind (black arrows).
■Use the tassels and chains to rotate the vanes open or closed
(gray arrows).
T
ether

OPERATION
14
PermAssure®Safety Wand
■Push or pull the wand to open or close the vanes (black arrows).
NOTE: Please do not bow the wand. Hold the wand at a 45˚ angle. Push or pull the wand
to open or close the vanes.
■Twist the safety wand to open or close the vanes (gray arrows).
IMPORTANT: Do not over torque the wand. It can cause the louvers to kick out at the
bottom of the blind and cause the louvers to look misshapen.
Side Stack Blind Operation
PermaTilt®Wand Control
NOTE: Cord length and/or tension cannot be adjusted for
PermaTilt®Wand Control System. It is set in the factory to help
ensure that the product meets cord safety standards.
■Tilting. (gray arrows) When tilting your vanes use one
hand to hold the tether to keep it from moving, while
turning the wand handle with your other hand. This
prevents the tensioned cord from twisting.
■Traversing. (black arrows) When traversing your vanes
use one hand to hold the tether to keep it from moving,
while pulling the tensioned cord up or down with your other
hand.
NOTE: Do not over torque the wand. It can cause the
louvers to kick out at the bottom of the blind and cause the
louvers to look misshapen.
Open or Close Blind
Open or Close Vanes
T
ether

OPERATION
15
Cord and Chain Operated
■Use the pull cords attached to the cord tensioner to open
or close the vanes (black arrows).
■Use the tassels and chains to rotate the vanes open or
closed (gray arrows).
PermAssure®Safety Wand
■Push or pull the wand to open or close the vanes (black arrows).
NOTE: Please do not bow the wand. Hold the wand at a 45˚ angle. Push or pull the wand
to open or close the vanes.
■Twist the safety wand to open or close the vanes (gray arrows).
IMPORTANT: Do not over torque the wand. It can cause the louvers to kick out at the
bottom of the blind and cause the louvers to look misshapen.
Open or Close Blind
Open or Close Vanes

CARE
16
Removing the Headrail (If Necessary)
■To remove the headrail, locate the rear tab on the mounting clip.
■Push up on the rear tab to release the headrail.
Removing the Vanes (If Necessary)
■Push up on the vane.
■Gently open the vane hook by inserting a ‘credit card’ sized piece of rigid plastic between
the vane and the long prong of the vane hook.
■Carefully remove the vane.
Cleaning Procedures
Dusting
■Regular light dusting with a feather duster is all the cleaning that is needed in most
circumstances.
Vacuuming
■Use a hand-held vacuum with low suction for more thorough dust removal.
Spot-Cleaning
■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 gone.
CAUTION: Vertical fabrics should not be spot-cleaned or immersed in water.
Compressed Air
■You can use compressed air or a hair dryer (cool setting) to blow the dust off your valance.
Tilt to
Remove
Tilt to
Remove Rear Ta
b
Rear Tab
P
aramount®Headrail PermaTrak®and PermAlign®
Headrail
Push Up
Push Up

CHILD SAFETY
17
Warning
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.
■Do not tie cords together. Make sure cords do not twist together and create
aloop.
Cord Loop Blinds
■Attach the cord tensioner on the cord loop to the wall or window
casement. See “Attach the Vertical Cord Tensioner” 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 blind to operate
properly, the cord tensioner must be correctly mounted andsecured.
■Fasteners provided in the Vertical Cord Tensioner Kit may not be
appropriate for all mounting surfaces. Use appropriate anchors for
the mounting surface conditions.
■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.
For more safety information call 1-888-501-8364
in the U.S. or 1-866-662-0666 in Canada.
WARNING

The Hunter Douglas®Lifetime Guarantee is an expression of our desire to provide a thoroughly satisfying
experience when selecting, purchasing and living with your window fashion products. If you are not thoroughly
satisfied, simply contact Hunter Douglas at [phone] or visit hunterdouglas.com. In support of this policy
of consumer satisfaction, we offer our Lifetime Limited Warranty as described below.
NOTE:In no event shall Hunter Douglas or its licensed fabricators/distributors be liable or responsible for incidental
or consequential damages or for any other indirect damage, loss, cost or expense. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Different warranty periods and terms apply for commercial products and applications.
Hunter Douglas (or its licensed fabricator/distributor) will repair or replace the
window fashion product or components found to be defective.
COVERED
BY ALIFETIME LIMITEDWA RRANTY
• Hunter Douglas window fashion products are
covered for defects in materials, workmanship
or failure to operate for as long as the original
retail purchaser owns the product (unless shorter
periods are provided below).
• All internal mechanisms.
• Components and brackets.
• Fabric delamination.
• Operational cords for a full 7 years from the
date of purchase.
• Repairs and/or replacements will be made with
like or similar parts or products.
• Hunter Douglas motorization components are
covered for 5 years from the date of purchase.
NOT COVERED
BY ALIFETIME LIMITEDWA RRANTY
• Any conditions caused by normal wear and tear.
• Abuse, accidents, misuse or alterations to the
product.
• Exposure to the elements (sun damage, wind,
water/moisture) and discoloration or fading
over time.
• Failure to follow our instructions with respect
to measurement, proper installation, cleaning
or maintenance.
• Shipping charges, cost of removal and reinstallation.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERV ICE
1. Contact your original dealer (place of purchase) for warranty assistance.
2. Visit hunterdouglas.com for additional warranty information, frequently asked questions and access to service locations.
3. Contact Hunter Douglas at [phone] for technical support, certain parts free of charge, for assistance in obtaining
warranty service or for further explanation of our warranty.
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