Kirsch Basic Faux Wood User manual

Basics Faux Wood Blinds
2"
Cordlock
Cordless
GETTING STARTED
Tools You Will Need ...................................................................................................................................................... 2
Parts................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
INSTALLATION
Mounting the Brackets ................................................................................................................................................. 2
Inside Mount .............................................................................................................................................................. 3
Outside Mount........................................................................................................................................................... 3
Ceiling Mount............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Installing the Blind ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Installing Components.................................................................................................................................................. 5
Installing the Valance.................................................................................................................................................... 5
OPERATION
Operating the Blind....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
CARE
Removing the Shade (If Necessary) ............................................................................................................................ 8
Cleaning Procedures ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
CHILD SAFETY WARNING......................................................................................................................................... 9
WARRANTY.................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Rev. A 8/3/20

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GETTING STARTED
Thank you for purchasing the Kirsch®Basic Faux Wood Collection. This blind has been custom built for you from the highest quality
materials. To avoid errors and save valuable time, please read these instructions before installing your new blind.
Please thoroughly review this instruction booklet and the enclosed packing list before beginning the installation.
Tools You Will Need
■ Pencil or Marker ■ Measuring Tape
■ Flat-Head Screwdriver ■ Phillips Screwdriver
■ Carpenter's Level ■ Power Drill
■ Mounting Fasteners
Parts
All the required installation components are wrapped and packaged with these instructions. Check that the parts you have
correspond to the parts shown below.
NOTE: Some parts may vary depending upon your chosen mounting options, whether intermediate brackets are required or your
chosen control system options.
■ Installation Brackets
■ Center Support Brackets (blinds over 48" wide)
■ Short or Long Extension Brackets (optional)
■ Adjustable-Magnetic Valance Clips
■ Hold Down Brackets (2 versions, optional)
■ Bracket Shims
■ Installation Screws
Mounting the Brackets
The installation brackets may be used for INSIDE, OUTSIDE or CEILING mounts. The brackets are stamped R.H. (right hand) and
L.H. (le hand) for easy identification.
■ Mounting the brackets level is essential for proper operation of the blind. Shim the brackets if necessary to achieve a level
alignment.
Spacer Blocks
■ Spacer blocks will be attached to the end of each bracket.
■ If installing extension brackets, do not use spacer blocks.
INSTALLATION
Blind Width Center Support Brackets
12" to 48" 0
48-
1
⁄ 8 " to 60" 1
60-
1
⁄ 8 " to 120" 2

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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Inside Mounts
For inside mounts the installation brackets may be screwed in place either through the side or through the top holes of each
bracket.
Attach the Brackets
■ For better side mounting, screw through one side and one top hole.
■ For limited surface depths, screw through two diagonal side holes.
■ For top mounting, screw through the two top holes.
Attach Center Support Brackets (if required)
■ Space evenly between the two end brackets.
■ Adjust if necessary to avoid interference with internal headrail parts.
■ Attach with screws through two diagonal holes.
Outside Mounts
For outside mounts, ensure that a 1-
3
⁄ 4 " high, flat vertical surface is available for securing the brackets. The brackets will be
screwed through the back holes.
Mark the Bracket Positions
■ Center the headrail over the window opening at the desired height. Use a pencil to lightly mark each end of the headrail on the
mounting surface.
➤ Alternatively, measure the width of the headrail and use that width to mark the headrail end points over the window
opening.
■ Then mark
1
⁄ 4 " from the headrail marks for the installation brackets.
Attach the Brackets
■ Position the outside edge of the brackets to the outer markings.
■ The bracket tops must be aligned and level to one another.
■ Attach the brackets with screws through two diagonal holes.
Attach Center Support Brackets (if required)
■ Space the center bracket(s) evenly between the two end brackets.
■ Adjust if necessary to avoid interference with headrail mechanisms.
■ Attach with screws through two diagonal holes.
Slat Size Bracket Depth Flush to Valance Depth
2" 1-
1
⁄ 8 " 3-
1
⁄ 2 "
Outside mount bracket
screwed diagonally through
back holes.
Inside mount bracket screwed
through side and top holes.

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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Extension Brackets (Optional)
■ Position the extension brackets to the wall markings made above.
■ The bracket tops must be aligned and level to one another.
■ Mount the extension brackets with screws through diagonal holes.
■ Attach the installation brackets to the extension brackets.
NOTE: Installation brackets and center support brackets are attached to extension brackets with the included screws and nuts.
Ceiling Mount
For ceiling mounts, ensure that a 1-
3
⁄ 4 " high, flat vertical surface is available for securing the installation brackets. The brackets will
be normally be screwed in place through the top holes, but see optional attachments below.
Mark the Bracket Positions
■ Center the headrail at the desired height. Use a pencil to lightly mark each end of the headrail on the mounting surface.
➤ Alternatively, measure the width of the headrail and use that width to mark the headrail end points.
■ Then mark
1
⁄ 4 " from the headrail marks for the installation brackets.
Attach the Brackets
■ For normal ceiling mounts, screw through the top holes.
■ If brackets sides are also flat to wall, screw through top and side holes.
■ If brackets backs are flat to wall, screw through top and back holes.
Installing the Blind
With the installation brackets in place, the headrail may be mounted.
Open the Bracket Door Latches
■ Press up on the bracket bottoms while lifting the bracket doors open.
Mount the Headrail
■ Tilt the headrail slightly backwards to lower the back-side lip.
■ Slide the headrail into the brackets and push it all the way back.
■ The front lip of the headrail should hook to the center support lips.
Verify Headrail Lift
■ If the headrail moves left or right more than
1
⁄ 8 ", adjust.
➤ Use a flat head screwdriver to bend the end stiffener tabs out.
Close the Bracket Door Latches
■ Snap the door shut over the locking tab to secure.

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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Installing Components
With the blind properly mounted and in place, these optional components may now be attached. They include the hold-down
brackets and wand tilter (if ordered).
Attach the Hold-Down Brackets (optional)
■ Attach brackets to the window sill or an outside surface.
■ Lower the blind, align bottom rail pins to the hole or hook.
Attach the Hold-Down Brackets (optional 2" Cordless)
■ Lower the blind and place the hold down pins into the bottom rail end caps.
■ Mark the hold down bracket locations on the mounting surface.
■ With the brackets level, attach them using two screws.
Attach the Wand
■ Remove plastic sleeve from wand tip and slide it up the metal shaft.
■ Slip exposed wand hook through the tilter stem hole.
■ Push plastic sleeve back down and over the wand hook until secure.
■ Operate the wand by rotating between fingers.
Installing the Valance
Attaching the Magnetic Valance Clips to the Valance
The magnetic valance clips are adjustable for quick and easy valance attachment and have multi-position
valance adjustment capabilities.
■ To install the magnetic clips, lay the valance face down on a protected surface with the back side up.
■ Insert the clip dovetail into the valance groove and 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.
Valance Width # of Valance Clips
Up to 52" 2
42-
1
⁄ 8 " to 82" 3
82-
1
⁄ 8 " to 120" 4
120-
1
⁄ 8 " to 150" 5
150-
1
⁄ 8 " to 168" 6

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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Attaching the Valance to the Headrail
Align the Valance to the Headrail
■ Hold the valance securely from the front side with both hands.
■ Position the magnetic valance 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 magnetic valance clips adhere to the headrail.
Adjust the Valance Projection
■ Inside Mount: Press the valance forward until the face is flush with the opening or the magnetic
valance clips are attached to the headrail.
■ Outside Mount: Press the valance forward until the magnetic valance clips are attached to the
headrail. To minimize the gap between the valance return and the wall, follow the valance clip
projection adjustment instructions on page 13.
The magnetic valance clips allow for limited valance height adjustments by carefully sliding the valance clip up or down while the
magnets are adhered to the headrail. The magnetic valance clips 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 towards 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.
Adjusting the Projection
The magnetic valance clips have a projection adjustment feature. By pulling the clips outward, the clips can
provide an additional
1
⁄ 4 " projection.
■ Remove the magnetic valance clips from the valance.
■ Insert a small flat head 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 towards the magnet and then pull out to extend the magnetic valance clip.
■ Repeat on the other side until the magnet is level.
■ When the magnetic valance clips are in the correct position, place the magnetic valance clips back into
the valance groove.
The clips oer three projection positions. When the clips are fully compressed, the narrowest projection is
5
⁄ 8 ". The widest projection is
7
⁄ 8 ".
Operating the Blind
Please refer to the ordered control system options below for instructions on how to properly operate your blind.
Standard Rectangular Blinds
To Tilt the Slats
■ Rotate the wand tilter (if ordered) to rotate slats forwards and backwards.
OPERATION

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INSTALLATION
OPERATION
To Raise and Lower the Blind
■ Tilt the slats to the open position (flat and parallel to headrail).
■ Pull the single lift cord down and toward the center of the blind.
■ Raise or lower blind to desired position.
■ Move the cord toward the outside of the blind to lock, then release.
Cordless Blinds
To Tilt the Slats
■ Rotate the wand tilter (if ordered) to rotate slats forwards and backwards.
To Raise and Lower the Blind
■ Tilt the slats to the open position (flat and parallel to headrail).
■ 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 rail still 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 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
■ Tilt the slats to the open position (flat and parallel to headrail).
■ Prior to lowering the blind, fully press the center button with your thumb and pull the bottom rail down to the desired height
while the button is fully depressed.
■ Once the blind reaches the preferred position, hold it there while releasing the button and the blind will stay in that position.
■ For Inside Mount Blinds:
➤ When lowering the blind to the full-down position, pull the bottom rail down and slightly toward you, approximately 1"
beyond the sill.
➤ Release the button, then lift and place the bottom rail up onto the sill.
Troubleshooting
If your shade is not operating correctly:
■ First review the guide that came with your control device.
■ Refer to the following troubleshooting procedures for specific solutions for your shade.
If questions remain, please contact Kirsch®at 844-KIRSCH2 (844-547-7242).
Problem The blinds are not aligned.
Solution For all blinds the ladders may become misaligned in transit. Aer installation tilt the blind opened and closed several
times to allow the ladders and slats to align themselves.
Problem The bottom rail is not level.
Solution Cordless blinds feature a skew adjuster also located in the bottom of the headrail.
■ To level the blind, raise the low side of the bottom rail by turning the screw adjustment feature on the headrail
clockwise with a coin or screwdriver while lifting the weight from the bottom rail.
NOTE: Turn the skew adjustment that is on the same side as the low side of the bottom rail.

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OPERATION
Problem The blind height is too long.
Solution For Cordless blinds, turn all the skew adjustment features clockwise to raise the entire bottom rail to the desired
height while liing the weight from the bottom rail. There is an adjustment range of approximately 1-
1
⁄ 4 ”.
Removing the Blind (If Necessary)
■ Fully raise the blind.
■ To remove the valance with valance clips, see page 6.
■ Push up on the bottom end of the bracket to release the locking tab.
■ Grab underneath the headrail using both hands and carefully pull the blind out of the end brackets.
Cleaning Procedures
Like any fine furnishings, Kirsch®Faux Wood Blinds Collection should be cleaned regularly to keep them looking new.
Dusting
■ Dust regularly. Use a soft clean cloth, chemically-treated dust cloth, or dusting mitt. Lower the blind until it is full length, tilt
the slats almost all the way down, and dust. Then tilt the slats almost all the way up and dust. (Not closing the slats all the way
allows dusting where the slats overlap).
Vacuuming
■ Blinds may also be vacuumed. Use the brush attachment and tilt the slats up and down as described for dusting.
Damp Cleaning
■ To wipe your blinds, use a soft cloth or sponge. Use warm or cold water - not hot water. Place toweling on the floor or sill and
wipe the blind in sections.
IMPORTANT: Kirsch does not recommend ultrasonic cleaning of wood blinds.
CARE

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INSTALLATION
CHILD SAFETY
■ Window Blind Cord Can STRANGLE Your Child.
■ Children can climb furniture to reach cords. Move crib and furniture away.
■ Keep all cords out of children’s reach.
Cord Cleats
Kirsch®offers cord cleats and recommend their use.
■ Attach two cord cleats 6” to 12” apart at a height where they will be out of the reach of children. Take into
account that a child may stand on furniture attempting to reach the cords. Be sure the cleats are firmly
secured.
■ Once the cleats are attached, wrap excess cord around them after each use of the blind.
WARNING
For more safety information, call 1-844-547-7242.
NOTE: The warning labels on the bottom rails of corded window coverings contain important safety information. In
accordance with industry safety standards, the warning labels are designed to be permanent and must not be removed.

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WARRANTY
Warranty
© 2020 Kirsch Custom Window Coverings. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are the property of Kirsch or their respective owners. 08/20
Kirsch® is pr
oud to extend a 10-year limited warranty on all Kirsch Custom Window Covering products. This is part
of our commitment to providing the highe
st quality products, which has been our continued tradition since 1907.
COVERED
by a 10-Year
Limited Warranty
•
Kirsch Custom Window Covering products are
covered for defects in materials, workmanship
or failure to operate for 10 years from the
date of purchase (unless a shorter period is
provided below), provided that the original retail
purchaser continues to own the product.
•
All internal mechanisms.
•
Fabric delamination.
•
Components, brackets and operational cords.
•
Repairs and/or replacements will be made with
like or similar parts or products. Fabric style, color
or components may vary depending on original
purchase date.
•
Kirsch automation components are covered for
5 years from the date of purchase.
NOT COVERED
by a 10-Year
Limited Warranty
• 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, salt air) and discoloration or
fading over time.
• Normal maintenance associated with motors
and related accessories including, but not limited
to, recharging and replacement of batteries.
• Failure to follow our instructions with respect
to measurement, proper installation, cleaning
or maintenance.
• Shipping charges, cost of removal and
reinstallation.
Kirsch (o
r its licensed fabricator/distributor) will repair or replace the product or components found to be defective.
TO
OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
•
Contact your original dealer (place of purchase) for warranty assistance.
•
Contact Kirsch at 844-KIRSCH2 (844-547-7242) for technical support, certain parts free of charge, for
assistance in obtaining warranty service or for further explanation of our warranty.
NO
TE: In no event shall Kirsch or its licensed fabricator/distributor 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
ex
clusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to
yo
u. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
10-
Year Limited Warranty