Kirsch Roller & Screen Shade User manual

Roller & Screen Shade Collection
Automation III Installation Instructions
Rev. A 5/3/22

CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED................................................................................................................................................... 1
Product View - Standard Shade .................................................................................................................................... 1
Product View - Cassette Shade ..................................................................................................................................... 2
Product View - Fascia and Pocket Shade ..................................................................................................................... 3
Product View - Dual Roller Shade ................................................................................................................................. 4
Tools and Fasteners Needed ......................................................................................................................................... 5
INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
STEP 1: Mount the Installation Brackets .................................................................................................................... 6
Installation Overview ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
Inside/End Mount — Standard Shades ....................................................................................................................... 7
Outside Mount — Standard Shades ............................................................................................................................ 8
Inside Mount — Cassette Shades ................................................................................................................................. 9
Outside Mount — Cassette Shades............................................................................................................................ 10
Fascia Shades................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Dual Roller Shades - Inside/End Mount ..................................................................................................................... 13
Dual Roller Shades - Outside Mount........................................................................................................................... 14
Pocket Shades............................................................................................................................................................... 15
STEP 2: Install the Battery Wand (If Applicable) ..................................................................................................... 16
STEP 3: Install the Shade............................................................................................................................................ 18
STEP 4: Connect the Power Source .......................................................................................................................... 21
Testing the Shade......................................................................................................................................................... 24
OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................................. 25
Operating the Automation App and Automation III Remote.................................................................................. 25
Resetting the Shade..................................................................................................................................................... 26
Adjust Shade Limits (If Necessary)............................................................................................................................. 26
Install the Standard Bracket Cover (If Applicable).................................................................................................... 27
Install the Fascia Panel................................................................................................................................................. 27
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................. 28
Install the Pocket Bottom — Pocket Shades Only (Optional) ................................................................................. 28
CARE.......................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Removing the Shade .................................................................................................................................................... 32
Cassette Removal......................................................................................................................................................... 32
Cleaning Procedures .................................................................................................................................................... 32
CHILD SAFETY......................................................................................................................................................... 34
DECLARATIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 35
WARRANTY.............................................................................................................................................................. 36

1
GETTING STARTED
Product View - Standard Shade
Installation
Screws
Idle
Bracket
Bracket
Cover
(Optional)
Idler
Assembly
End
Cap
Motor
Bracket
Bracket
Cover
(Optional)
Motor
Assembly
Standard — M Bracket Shown
Control
Button
Bottom
Bar

2
GETTING STARTED
Product View - Cassette Shade
End
Cap
Cassette
Cassette
Installation
Brackets
Outside Mount
Spacer Blocks
Power
Cable
Bottom Bar
Control
Button

3
GETTING STARTED
Product View - Fascia and Pocket Shade
Idler
Assembly
Idle
Bracket
Fascia
Motor
Bracket
Motor
Assembly
End Cap
(Optional)
End Cap
Bottom Bar
End Cap
Tape
Idle-Side
Installation
Bracket
Pocket
Bottom
Pocket
End Cap
Pocket
End Cap
Pocket
Idler
Assembly
End
Cap
Motor
Assembl
y
Control
Button
Bottom
Bar

4
GETTING STARTED
Product View - Dual Roller Shade
Satellite
Battery Pack
Cover
x2
Extension
Cable
x2
Battery
Wand
x2
Idle
Bracket
End
Cap Bottom Bar
Motor
Bracket
Installation
Screws
Motor
Assembly
Idler
Assembly

5
GETTING STARTED
Thank you for purchasing the Kirsch®Roller and Screen Shade Collection. With proper installation, operation, 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
■ Level (laser level is recommended)
■ Measuring tape and pencil
■ Standard M and Cassette shades. Power drill, 3∕32” drill bit and a 1∕
4 ” hex driver.
■ Standard L, Fascia and Dual Roller shades. Power drill, 1∕8” drill bit, and 5∕16” hex driver.
In addition, you will need fasteners designed to work with your specific mounting surface(s).
Standard Shades
■ Standard M shades. #6 hex head screws (provided). Two 1
1
⁄ 2 ” screws are provided per installation bracket.
■ Standard L shades. #10 hex head screws (provided). Two 1
1
⁄ 2 ” screws are provided per installation bracket.
Cassette Shades
■ Wall mount with attached battery wand. Use the cassette spacer blocks with the #6 x 2” or #6 x 2
1
⁄ 2 ”screws provided.
■ Wall mount with satellite battery pack. If using without cassette spacer blocks, use the #6 x 1
1
⁄ 2 ” screws provided.
■ Ceiling mount. Use the #6 x 1
1
⁄ 2 ” screws provided.
Fascia and Dual Roller Shades
■ #10 x 1
1
⁄ 2 ” Phillips hex head screws (provided). 1
1
⁄ 2 ” screws are provided - four screws for fascia.
Pocket Shades
■ #10 hex head screws (not provided). For additional information regarding the number of screws needed, see “Pocket Shades”
on page 17.

6
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
STEP 1: Mount the Installation Brackets
Identify the brackets for your shade.
Installation Overview
To install your shade, you will need to perform the following five steps:
STEP 1: Mount the Installation Brackets
STEP 2: Install the Battery Wand (If Applicable)
STEP 3: Install the Shade
STEP 4: Connect the Power Source
■ Installation Brackets for Standard Shades. An installation
bracket is placed at each end of the standard roller shade.
There are two sizes M and L.
Standard
Brackets
■ Installation Brackets for Cassette Shades. The number of
installation brackets required varies depending on the shade
width, as shown in thetable.
Cassette
Installation
Bracket
■ Installation Brackets for Fascia Shades. An installation
bracket is placed at each end of the fascia.
Fascia
Brackets
■ Dual Roller Brackets. An installation bracket is placed at each
end of the dual roller shade.
Dual
Roller
Brackets
Shade Width Brackets Required
Up to 36" 2
361/8" – 66" 3
661/8" – 90" 4
901/8" – 120" 5

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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
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 the mounting type chosen for your order:
■ Standard Shades:
➤ Inside Mount — page 8
➤ Outside Mount — page 9
■ Cassette Shades
➤ Inside Mount — page 10
➤ Outside Mount — page 12
■ Fascia Shades — page 13
■ Dual Roller Shades
➤ Inside/End Mount — page 15
➤ Outside Mount — page 16
■ Pocket Shades — page 17
Inside/End Mount — Standard Shades
■ If you ordered bracket covers. Center the ordered width -
1
⁄ 4 ” in the window casement and mark its location.
■ Shades without bracket covers. Center the ordered width -
1
⁄ 8 ” in the window casement and mark its location.
➤ Standard M shades. The minimum depth required for mounting is 1
5
⁄ 8 ”. For fully recessed mounting, the depth is 2”.
➤ Standard L shades. The minimum depth required for mounting is 2”. For fully recessed mounting, the depth is 2
7
⁄ 8 ”.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to eachother.
■ Place the outside edge of the brackets on the previously made marks, then mark each of the screw holes.
■ Drill the screw holes using a
3
⁄ 32 ” drill bit for Standard M shades or
1
⁄ 8 ” for Standard
L shades.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors
are not recommended.
■ Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary.
Outside Mount
Shade mounts outside
window opening.
Inside Mount
Shade fits within
window opening.
Collectively, the sill and
jambs are called the
“window casement.”
Molding
Head Jamb
Sill
Jamb Jamb

8
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
■ Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
➤ End Mount Shims (Optional). To ensure light gap is even on both sides, you
may need to shim the bracket. Do not tighten the screws fully. Orient the shim as shown. Slide the shim in between the
bracket and window casement. Tighten the screws fully.
Proceed to “STEP 3: Install the Shade” on page 18.
Outside Mount — Standard Shades
■ Determine the bracket locations.
➤ Center the ordered width -
1
⁄ 8 ” over the window at the desired height and mark its location.
■ Place the outside edge of each bracket on the previously made marks, then mark each of the screw holes.
➤ Standard M shades. A minimum 2
1
⁄ 8 ” flat vertical surface is required to mount the brackets.
➤ Standard L shades. A minimum 3” flat vertical surface is required to mount the brackets.
➤ The top of the installation brackets should be at the desired height of the shade.
■ Drill the screw holes using a
3
⁄ 32 ” drill bit for Standard M shades or
1
⁄ 8 ” for Standard L shades.
■ Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if
necessary. Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete
with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are not recommended.
Proceed to “STEP 3: Install the Shade” on page 18.
Inside Mount
End Mount Shim
(Optional)
Left
Bracket
Right
Bracket
Window Opening

9
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Inside Mount — Cassette Shades
■ Mark 4” 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 and mark their location. Allow a minimum of 18” from the motor end for the battery wand. Mount into wood
whenever possible.
Install the Back Cover Clips (Optional)
■ If you ordered shades with the back cover option, snap on each back
cover clip that you received to the back of each installation bracket to
ensure that the back cover remains straight and properly secured.
IMPORTANT: Allow an additional
1
⁄ 4 ” spacing between the clip and the
window to install the back cover.
■ Align the hooks of the clips to the slots in the bracket and snap down to
secure the clip to the brackets.
Install the Bracket
■ The minimum mounting depth required for Automation III shades:
■ Center the brackets on your marks, then mark each of the screw holes.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to eachother.
➤ Fully recessed mounting for Automation III shades:
■ Drill the screw holes using a
3
⁄ 32 ” drill bit.
■ Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary. Shims are not provided.
■ Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are
not recommended.
Installation BracketsJamb Jamb
Space EvenlySpace Evenly4" 4"
Motor
End
Back
Cover Clip
Cassette Bracket
Minimum IB Mounting Depth
Power Supply
Both Cassettes
Without
Back
Cover
With
Back
Cover
Without Battery Wand 1
1
⁄ 4 " 1
13
⁄ 16 "
Automation III with
Attached Battery Wand 1
7
⁄ 8 " 2
3
⁄ 16 "
Automation III with
Rechargeable Battery Wand 2
1
⁄ 4 " 2
9
⁄ 16 "
4"
Minimum IB Fully Recessed Mounting Depth
Power Supply
Small Cassette Large Cassette
Without
Back
Cover
With
Back
Cover
Without
Back
Cover
With
Back
Cover
Without Battery Wand 3
9
⁄ 16 " 4
1
⁄ 8 " 4
1
⁄ 16 " 4
5
⁄ 8 "
Automation III with Attached
Battery Wand 4
3
⁄ 16 " 4
1
⁄ 2 " 4
11
⁄ 16 "5"
Automation III with
Rechargeable Battery Wand 4
9
⁄ 16 " 4
7
⁄ 8 " 5
1
⁄ 16 " 5
3
⁄ 8 "

10
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Install the Back Cover (Optional)
NOTE: For shades with the optional back cover, install the back cover onto the
clips before installing the cassette into the brackets.
■ Angle the back cover towards the window to hook the top feature of the back
cover with the top tab of the clip.
■ Rotate the back cover towards the room until the bottom feature snaps into
the bottom tab of the clip.
■ Check each clip and ensure the back cover is properly snapped and secured
before proceeding to install the cassette.
Proceed to “STEP 2: Install the Battery Wand (If Applicable)” on page 16, if applicable.
Otherwise, proceed to “STEP 3: Install the Shade” on page 18.
Outside Mount — Cassette Shades
■ Center the cassette over the window opening at the desired height and mark the end of the cassette.
■ Mark 4” from each end of the cassette for the bracket location.
➤ If more than two installation brackets came with your order, space additional bracket(s), between the two end brackets and
mark their location. Allow a minimum of 18” from the motor end for the battery wand. Mount into wood
whenever possible.
■ If using spacer blocks, snap each block into a bracket before installing the bracket.
■ Center the brackets on your marks, then mark each of the screw holes.
➤ A minimum 4” flat vertical surface is required to mount the brackets.
■ Drill the screw holes using a
3
⁄ 32 ” drill bit.
■ Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level.
■ Attach the installation brackets.
➤ With cassette spacer blocks, use 2” screws provided. If not using cassette spacer blocks,
use 1
1
⁄ 2 ” screws provided.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete
with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are not recommended.
Proceed to “STEP 2: Install the Battery Wand (If Applicable)” on page 16.
Back Cover Clip Cassette Bracket
Back
Cover
Headrail End Marks
Window Opening
Space Evenly Space Evenly 4"
4 "
Cassette
Spacer
Block Cassette
Bracket
End of
Cassette
Mark
Cassette
Spacer
Block
4"

11
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Fascia Shades
■ Assemble the two end brackets and
the fascia panel.
➤ Place the top of the fascia panel into the top indention of the brackets. Rotate the panel
down and snap it into place.
IMPORTANT: Check that the outer surfaces of the brackets are flush with the ends of the
panel.
■ Center the bracket and panel assembly over the window at the desired height.
➤ Use a level against the bottom edge to make sure the assembly is level. Inside
mounts may require a shim between the brackets and the mountingsurface.
■ For Outside Mount. Use a pencil to mark the bottom and outside edges of the
brackets on the mountingsurface.
■ For Inside Mount. Use a pencil to mark the outside edges of the brackets on the
mountingsurface.
■ Remove the assembly from the window.
■ Remove the brackets from the fascia panel.
■ Outside Mount. Use your marks to position each bracket and mark each of the
screw holes.
➤ For 4” Fascia, a minimum of 4
1
⁄ 8 ” flat vertical surface is required to mount the
brackets.
➤ For 3” Fascia, a minimum of 3” flat vertical surface is required to mount the
brackets.
➤ The top of the installation brackets should be at the desired height. Use your marks to position each bracket and mark the
screw holes.
IMPORTANT: The brackets should be level and aligned.
Fascia
Panel
Pencil Marks
(Outside Mount)
Pencil Marks
(Inside Mount)
Outer Surface
of the Bracket
Flush with the
Ends of the Panel

12
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
■ Inside/End Mount. Use your marks to position each bracket and mark each of the
screw holes.
➤ For 4” Fascia, the minimum mounting depth required and fully recessed depth is 4
1
⁄ 8 ”.
➤ For 3” Fascia, the minimum mounting depth required and fully recessed depth is 3
1
⁄ 8 ”.
■ Drill the screw holes using a
1
⁄ 8 ” drill bit.
■ Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
➤ End Mount Shims (Optional). To ensure light gap is even on both sides, you may need to shim the bracket. Do not tighten
the screws fully. Orient the shim as shown. Slide the in between the bracket and window casement. Tighten the screws fully.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are
not recommended.
Proceed to “STEP 3: Install the Shade” on page 18.
Shim
(Optional)

13
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Dual Roller Shades - Inside/End Mount
The installation brackets are always mounted so that the inner surfaces face each other. The brackets must be mounted so the
shade is level wheninstalled.
■ Center the ordered width -
1
⁄ 8 ” in the window casement and mark its location.
➤ The minimum depth required for mounting is 3
1
⁄ 4 ”. The fully recessed depth is 5
1
⁄ 2 ”.
■ Place the outside edge of the brackets on the previously made marks and mark each of the screw holes.
■ Remove the adhesive backing on the wire retainer and place it to the upper back corner of the motor-side bracket.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to eachother.
■ Use a
1
⁄ 8 ” drill bit to drill the screw holes.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete with concrete anchors.
Drywall anchors are not recommended.
■ Check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary.
■ Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
➤ End Mount Shims (Optional). To ensure light gap is even on both sides, you may need to shim the bracket. Orient the shim
as shown. Slide the shim in between the bracket and window casement. Tighten the screws fully.
Proceed to “STEP 3: Install the Shade” on page 18.
Wire
Retainer
Shim
(Optional)
End Mount
Inside Mount

14
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Dual Roller Shades - Outside Mount
The installation brackets are always mounted so that the inner surfaces face each other. The brackets must be mounted so the
shade is level wheninstalled.
■ Center the ordered width measurement over the window at the desired height and mark its location.
■ Remove the adhesive backing on the wire retainer and place it to the upper back corner of the motor-side bracket.
■ Place the outside edge of the idle-side bracket on the previously made mark and mark each of the screwholes.
➤ A minimum 51⁄
2 ” 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.
Use this measurement
to mark the location
for the motor-side
bracket.
Previously
Made Mark
Outside Mount – Left Side
Wire
Retainer

15
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
■ Place the outside edge of motor-side bracket on the previously made mark and mark each of the screw holes.
➤ The top of the installation brackets should be at the desired height.
IMPORTANT: The top of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to eachother.
■ Use a
1
∕ 8 ” drill bit to drill the screw holes.
WARNING: Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete with concrete
anchors. Drywall anchors are not recommended.
■ Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets if necessary.
■ Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
Pocket Shades
CAUTION: Kirsch® strongly recommends that shades in a pocket be mounted through wood or metal
studs by a professional installer.
The number of #10 x 1
1
⁄ 2 ” Phillips hex washer head screws (not provided) required will vary depending
on the width of the shade, as shown in the table below.
■ Locate the studs or other substantial material for your mounting surface.
■ Mark the pocket for the locations you have chosen for the screw holes.
■ Drill the screw holes into the pocket and the mounting surface using a
1
⁄ 8 ” drill bit.
■ Fasten the pocket to the mounting surface using the screws.
Outside Mount – Right Side
Shade
Width
Screws
Required
Up to 36" 4
36
1
⁄ 8 " – 66" 6
66
1
⁄ 8 " – 90" 8
90
1
⁄ 8 " – 120" 10
120
1
⁄ 8 " – 150" 12
150
1
⁄ 8 " – 180" 14
Brackets Removed for Clarity

16
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
STEP 2: Install the Battery Wand (If Applicable)
For the headrail-mounted battery wand, battery wand clips and battery wand mounts are installed before the shade is installed.
Any other power options, the power source will be connected aer the shade is installed.
Battery Wand
Install the Battery Wand Clips
■ Attach the battery wand clip to the back of the cassette approximately 10” from the
motor side.
➤ Place the bottom of the clip into the lip, squeeze to compress the clip then rotate it up and hook it into the top channel.
Rechargeable Battery Wand
Install the Rechargeable Battery Wand Clips
IMPORTANT: Position the clips so the battery wand is between the installation brackets.
■ Attach the rechargeable battery wand clip to the back channel of the cassette.
➤ Rotate the clip down until it snaps into place.
Squeeze to
Compress
Clip Installed
Correctly
Front of
Cassette
Rechargeable
Clip

17
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Install the Rechargeable Battery Mount into the Battery Wand Clips
■ From the back of the shade headrail, connect the power cable from the motor side into the socket on the rechargeable battery
mount.
■ Align the slots in the battery mount with the battery wand clips.
■ Push the battery mount onto the battery wand clips until it snaps into place. Check to make sure the battery mount is secure.
CAUTION: Be sure the cable does not become pinched by the battery wand clips during installation. Damage or overheating of
components could result.
NOTE: Do not install the rechargeable battery wand into the battery mount before installing the shading. See “STEP 4:
Connect the Power Source” on page 21 for instructions on inserting the battery wand into the battery mount.
Proceed to “STEP 3: Install the Shade” on page 18.
Rechargeable
Battery Wand Clips
Rechargeable
Battery Wand
Mount
Power
Cable
Socket

18
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
STEP 3: Install the Shade
Standard, Fascia, Pocket and Dual Roller Bracket Shades
Your shade may be standard roll or reverse roll based on your order. For dual roller shades, you will have one of each. Be sure to
orient the shade correctly before installing.
■ Remove the foam insert from the idle end of the shade.
■ Verify the top limit screw is screwed in completely. The screw will tighten counterclockwise for
standard roll and clockwise for reverse roll.
■ The shade should be wrapped tight with the paper banding in place. The bottom bar should be
positioned just below the fabric in either the standard or reverse roll position based on your order.
Wall or
Window
Room Wall or
Window
Room
Standard Roll
Note: Shade are lowered for clarity. The shade should be wrapped tight with the paper banding in place.
Reverse Roll
Remove
Foam
Insert
Top
Limit
Screw
Reverse Roll
Standard Roll
Standard Roll
Bottom
Bar
Paper
Banding
Tube and
Shade
Fabric
Reverse Roll