HunterDouglas Vignette Modern Roman Shades Parts list manual

Installation •Operation •Care
Vignette® Modern Roman Shades
EasyRise™Lifting Systems
Standard, Traditional™, Tailored™,
Top-Down/Bottom-Up, and Two-On-One Headrail

CONTENTS
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Getting Started:
Mounting Types and Window Terminology....................... 1
Installation Components Needed .................................... 1
Tools and Fasteners Needed.......................................... 2
Product View ................................................................ 3
Installation:
Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount............. 4
Mount the Installation Brackets — Outside Mount .......... 5
Mount the Installation Brackets — End Mount ................ 6
Install the Shade ........................................................... 6
Attach the Magnetic Hold-Down Brackets (Optional)........ 7
Attach the Universal Cord Tensioner ............................. 7
Operation:
Operate the Shade ........................................................ 8
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 8
Care:
Cleaning Procedures ................................................... 11
Remove the Shade...................................................... 12
Child Safety:
Warning ..................................................................... 13
Cord Loop Shades....................................................... 13

GETTING STARTED
1
Thank you for purchasing Hunter Douglas Vignette®with EasyRise™Modern Roman 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.
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.
Installation Components Needed
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. If your shade has a
protective plastic cover on the fabric covered headrail, keep
the plastic in place until the shade is installed.
Required Components
Installation Brackets.■The number of installation brackets
required varies with shade width, as shown in the table above.
■Universal Cord Tensioner (UCT) Installation Kit. The UCT
functions as a safety device that makes the cords less accessible
to children and pets. The cord control will only function
properly if the UCT is installed correctly.
Outside Mount
Shade mounts outside
window opening.
Inside Mount
Shade fits within
window opening.
Collectively, the sills and
jambs are called the
“window casement.”
Molding
Top Sill
Bottom Sill
Jamb Jamb
Shade
Width
Brackets
Required
12" – 36" 2
361/8" – 72" 3
721/8" – 108" 4
1081/8" – 140" 5
Installation
Bracket
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GETTING STARTED
Optional Components
■Extension Brackets. Extension brackets can add up to 1" of
clearance for outside mounts. If ordered, there should be the
same number of extension brackets as installation brackets.
Extension brackets are required for end mount shades.
■Spacer Blocks. Spacer blocks project the installation bracket
away from the mounting surface. They are available in ¼" and ½"
sizes. If ordered, there should be a maximum of 1½" of blocks
used per installation bracket.
■Magnetic Hold-Down Brackets. Hold-down brackets provide
stability and prevent swaying by securing the bottom rail (i.e. often
used in French door applications).
Tools and Fasteners Needed
Flat blade and Phillips screwdriver■Level■
Measuring tape and pencil■Needlenose pliers■
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.
Speed Nuts and Screws (Provided).
■Extension brackets come with screws and speed nuts.
Drywall Anchors (Not Provided).
■Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.
Extension Bracket
(Optional)
Spacer Block
Outside Mount
½" ¼"
Magnetic Hold-Down
Bracket (Optional)
Speed Nut
and Screw
(Provided with Each
Extension Bracket)
#6 x 1½"
Hex Head Screw
(Provided)
Longer #6 Hex Head Screw
for Use with Spacer Blocks
(Not Provided)

GETTING STARTED
3
Product View
Standard Shade
End
Cap
Headrail
Magnetic
Hold-Down
Bracket
(Optional)
Universal
Cord
Tensioner
and
Bracket
Middle Rail
Not Shown: Two-On-One Headrail
Top-Down/Bottom-Up Shade
Installation
Brackets

INSTALLATION
4
Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount
Use pliers to break off and discard the tab of each bracket.■
Measure in 3" from each jamb for bracket location.■
If more than two installation brackets came with your order,➤
space additional bracket(s) evenly between the two end
brackets. Mount into studs whenever possible.
Mark the location of the screw holes by centering
■
the brackets on your marks.
Minimum mounting depth for bracket attachment
➤
is 1". Fully recessed mounting depth is 37 /8".
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation
brackets must be level and aligned to each other.
Drill the screw holes using a
■3∕32" drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting
into drywall.
Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary.
■
(Shims not provided.)
Fasten the installation brackets to the mounting surface using the screws provided.
■
Remove
Tab
Space Evenly 3"
3" Space Evenly
Jamb Jamb
Minimum Depth
Required 1"
Fully Recessed
Depth 37/8"
3"

INSTALLATION
5
Mount the Installation Brackets — Outside Mount
Use pliers to break off and discard the tab of each bracket.■
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.
Alternatively, measure the width of the headrail and use that width to mark the headrail
➤
end points over the window opening.
■Measure and 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 studs
whenever possible.
Mark the location of the screw holes by
■
centering the brackets on your marks.
A minimum of 1" 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.
CAUTION: The rear of the brackets must be flush against a flat mounting surface. Do
not mount brackets on curved molding.
Drill the screw holes using a
■3∕32" drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.
Remove
Tab
Headrail End Marks
Window Opening
3" 3"
Space EvenlySpace Evenly
3"
End of
Headrail
Mark
Center of
the Bracket

INSTALLATION
6
Fasten the installation brackets to the mounting surface using the screws provided.■
➤If using ¼" or ½" spacer blocks,
attach the spacer block(s) and
installation bracket to a flat vertical
mounting surface with a #6 screw
long enough for a secure
installation (screws not provided).
IMPORTANT: The maximum
spacer block projection is 1½".
Mount the Installation Brackets — End Mount
End mount the headrail when conventional mounting
techniques will not work — for example, in an
arched window.
Mount the extension brackets on a surface at least
■
1½" wide.
Attach the installation brackets to the extension
■
brackets using the provided screws and speed nuts.
Install the Shade
Hold the headrail so the front■
(curved side) faces you.
Push the top edge of the headrail
■
into the installation brackets until it
snaps into place. You will hear a click
when the shade is securely installed.
Gently pull on the front of the
■
headrail to ensure that the shade is
locked into the brackets.
Remove the plastic covering on the
■
front of the headrail.
Spacer
Blocks
11/2"
Maximum
11/2"
Minimum
Extension
Bracket
Installation
Bracket
Speed
Nuts
Locking Tab
Headrail
Push until
headrail
clicks into
place.
Fabric
Guard

INSTALLATION
7
Attach the Magnetic Hold-Down Brackets (Optional)
Lower the shade until it is fully lowered and rotated back toward the■
window.
With Top-Down/Bottom-Up shades, stop at the point before the
➤
middle rail begins to lower.
Attach the magnetic hold-down bracket onto the bottom rail just
■
inside the bottom rail end cap, oriented as shown.
Mark the bracket's location on the wall.
■
Mark the screw location, so that the screw will be placed in the middle of the channel. This■
will allow for adjustment.
Drill the screw holes using a
■3∕32" drill bit.
Fasten the hold-down brackets to the mounting surface. Use the screws provided or longer
■
screws (not provided), if required for your mounting surface.
Attach the Universal Cord Tensioner
Before you proceed, you must first slide the cord tensioner
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 according to the instructions provided with the■
Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Kit.
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 shade will not operate properly unless the cord tensioner 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.
Magnetic
Hold-Down
Bracket
Indicator
Line
Universal
Cord
Tensioner

OPERATION
8
Operate the Shade
Pull the front cord of the cord loop to lower the■
shade from the top. Continue to pull until the
shade is fully lowered and rotated back toward
the window.
Pull the rear cord of the cord loop to raise the
■
shade.
Continue to pull the rear cord to raise the shade
■
into the headrail.
Top-Down/Bottom-Up Shades Only.
■With the
bottom of the shade fully lowered, continue to
pull the front cord to lower the top of the fabric.
The fabric loops will stack at the bottom. On an
inside mount, the fabric loops may rest on the
window sill.
Lower Raise
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The shade is hard to raise
or lower, or will not raise
or lower.
Check that the cord tensioner is mounted correctly. See the■
Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Instructions in the kit
included with your shade.
Check that the headrail and installation brackets are level
■
and aligned in the window.
Level the headrail by shimming the installation brackets,
➤
if necessary. Shims not provided.
If the bottom rail is pulled inside the headrail, gently pull it
■
out by hand.
Check that cord loops are not pinched or tangled.
■
The front fabric appears
to cling to the back fabric.
Lightly apply a static spray for home furnishings. Follow the■
manufacturer’s directions.
Allow the shade to dry in the fully lowered position.
■
If necessary, reapply the static spray each time the shade is■
professionally cleaned.

OPERATION
9
Problem Solution
Top-Down/Bottom-Up
Shades Only:
The middle rail appears
uneven.
Gently lift the lower side of the middle rail until the shade■
appears level.
The shade will not snap
into the installation
brackets.
Check that the installation brackets are aligned and level.
■
Level the headrail by shimming the installation brackets,➤
if necessary. Shims not provided.
Check that the headrail is properly aligned in the installation
■
brackets, see Install the Shade on page 6.
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 the 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. See the Universal Cord Tensioner
Installation Instructions in the kit included with your shade.

OPERATION
10
Problem Solution
The shade raises or
lowers unevenly, or the
bottom rail is uneven
when fully raised.
With Top-Down/Bottom-Up Shades Only■:check that the
top of the fabric (middle rail) is level. Adjust by hand.
Check that the headrail is level.
■
Level the headrail by shimming the installation brackets,➤
if necessary. Shims not provided.
Access the weight on the back of the bottom rail.
■
Push up on the weight clips to release. Slide the clips➤
and weight in 1" increments toward the side where the
fabric is gathering.
Test and, if necessary, adjust again.
➤
Move Weight to Adjust
Weight
Clip
Weight Weight
Clip

CARE
11
Cleaning Procedures
Hunter Douglas Vignette®Modern Roman Shades are made of an anti-static, dust-resistant
fabric which repels dirt and dust. For most fabrics, the options below 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)
Blow dirt and debris from within the fabric folds using clean, compressed air or a hair dryer■
set on a cool setting.
Spot-Cleaning
Prepare a solution of warm water and mild detergent.■
Dampen a clean cloth in the solution and wring it out.■
Place a dry, clean cloth behind the spot between the face fabric and the back fabric.■
Dab the spot with the dampened cloth until it is gone. Do not rub the fabric.■
Rubbing alcohol or non-oil-based baby wipes may be used on more stubborn stains.■
Allow the shade to dry in the completely lowered position.■
Ultrasonic Cleaning
Vignette Modern Roman Shades can be ultrasonically cleaned by a professional.
CAUTION: Do not ultrasonically clean the headrail or bottom rail fabric.
Specify that a mild detergent solution be used.■
Never immerse the fabric-covered headrail into the solution.■
Allow the shade to dry in the completely lowered position.■

CARE
12
Injection/Extraction Cleaning
Vignette®Modern Roman Shades can be cleaned by a professional using the injection/extraction
method of deep cleaning.
CAUTION: Do not use the injection/extraction method of deep cleaning on the headrail or
bottom rail fabric.
Specify the dry cleaning method only.
■
Pretreat heavy stains.■
Steaming
CAUTION: Do not steam the headrail or bottom rail fabric.
Steam the face fabric from the bottom to the top, making sure to get steam under each
■
fabric fold. Be careful not to saturate the fabric with steam.
Allow the shade to dry completely before raising it.
■
A Note on Textiles
As with all textiles, Vignette fabrics are subject to some inherent variations in the fabric weave.
Subtle dye-lot variations, puckering, or wrinkling fall within textile industry standards and should
be considered as normal, acceptable quality. Additionally, there will be slight differences in
pattern alignment from the fabric on the rails to the fabric of the shade, which do not detract
from the product’s appeal.
The Grasslands Collection of fabrics is reminiscent of natural woods, reeds, and grasses.
Variations in color pattern are unique characteristics that contribute to the classic beauty of
the shade.
Remove the Shade
Fully raise the shade.■
While holding the headrail, place the■
screwdriver behind the locking tab,
push up and twisting the screwdriver to
release the shade.
IMPORTANT: On longer shades, you
might need to lower the shade slightly
to access the locking tab.
Locking Tab
Headrail Fabric
Guard
Push Up
and Twist

CHILD SAFETY
13
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 7. 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 WARNING
For more safety information call 1-888-501-8364
in the U.S. or 1-866-662-0666 in Canada.

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