Slide Clear Varro XL User manual

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Varro Retractable Pleated Screen
XL Installation: Face-Mount
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Thank you for purchasing a Slide Clear Pleated Screen System
Please read the instructions thoroughly before installing your new screen
system.
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Required Tools and Materials Parts List!
üScrewdriver and Screw bits
-Phillips #2
-Robertson #1
üScrew gun and drill
üCarpenters level or laser level
üStraight edge
üPencil
üCleaning cloth
üDegreaser or alcohol based cleaner
üHand saw or chop saw
üAnchoring screws for the face-mount application
(12-15 screws)
üDrill bit to pre-drill holes for anchoring screws
üMallet
Screen Diagram
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Description Drawing Reference
Top Track A
Jamb Profile B
Pull-Bar C
Base-Jamb Mount D
Screen Cartridge E
Anchor Plate F
Bottom Guide G
Fixed Handle H
Collapsible Handle I
Dual-Central Stop (Dual-Central
Screen Systems)
J
3/8" Teks Screws: Robertson #1
K
Band Retainer L
Top Track Joiner M
Face Mount Extrusion N
Face Mount Corner Key O
Face Mount Joiner Key P

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Installation
1. Ensure the Installation location is level and clean
2. Install the Face Mount Option - Parts: N, O & P
üPre-drill the countersunk groove on the face mount extrusion, every 2’ (610mm)
üAssemble the face-mount frame using the three face-mount profiles and the two face-mount corner keys
ü Note: If your screen system has a joined top track you will be required to join the horizontal face mount extrusion with
the provided face mount joiner
üOnce assembled, place the face mount frame against the application. Position the frame where you would like your
screen to operate
ü Note: Ensure the face-mount frame is level and square
üUse a fastener that best fits the application to secure the face-mount frame to the application
3. Install the Top Track - Part: A
Top-Track Joiner Option
üInsert the Band retainer ( Part: M ) into the top track with the metal pin facing downwards *Screens over 8’ (2438mm)
wide
üInsert the four plastic top-track joiners ( Part: N ) half way into one end of the top track extrusions marked with a red
line
üJoin the two top track extrusions together. Ensure that you join the ends of extrusions marked with a red line. Ensure
that the plastic joiners are positioned half way in each extrusion
üFasten the top track to the horizontal face mount extrusion with the provided 3/8” Teks screws Part: K
One-Piece Top Track
üInsert the Band retainer ( Part: M ) into the top track with the metal pin facing downwards *Screens over 8’ (2438mm)
wide
üFasten the top track to the horizontal face mount extrusion with the provided 3/8” Teks screws Part: K
4. Dual Central Screen Configurations ONLY - Parts: I and J
üIf you have ordered a dual-central screen system, you will be required to install a dual-central stop in the center of
the top track
üFind the center of the top track and mark it with a pencil
üFasten the D/C stop to the top track with the provided TEK screws - Part: K
ü Note: Use the centerline in the top track as a guide when installing the D/C stop
5. Install the Jamb Profile - Part: B
üFind the center of the top track by measuring 7/8” (23mm) from either side of top track
üUse a straight edge or a laser to inscribe a line down the vertical surface
üPeel the backing off of the anchor plates for temporary positioning
üAlign the center of the anchor plates with the inscribed line
ü Note: Ensure that the anchor plates are evenly spaced
üFasten the anchor plates to the inside surface with the provided 3/8” TEK screws Part: K
üInsert the top of the jamb profile into the top track and then push the jamb profile into the anchor plates
ü Note: The jamb can be fastened to either vertical inside surface depending on which direction you want the screen to
operate
- Left to Right: Install jamb profile on right side
- Right to Left: Install jamb profile on left side
ü Note: The jamb profile can be directly fastened to the inside surface with fasteners if required
6. Install the Base Jamb Mount – Part: D
üInstall the base jamb mount on the vertical surface opposite of the jamb profile that was installed in step #4
üInsert the top of the base jamb mount inside the top track and align the bottom of the base jamb mount so it’s level
and square
üFasten the base jamb mount to the vertical surface with the provided 3/8” TEK screws – Part: K

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7. Install the Bottom Guide - Part: F
üClean the bottom surface using a degreaser or alcohol based cleaner
üAlign the bottom guide with the anchor plates, jamb profile and top track
üTemporarily position the bottom guide to ensure proper fitment, the bottom guide should fit under the magnet
located in the jamb profile
ü Note: Do not place the bottom guide underneath the jamb profile
ü Note: The bottom guide may require additional cutting to fit the application
ü Note: When connecting two lengths of the bottom guide connect the ends marked with a red line
ü Note: When connecting two lengths of the aluminum bottom guide, use the provided joiners (Part: M)
üOnce the bottom guide has been positioned, peel the backing off of the guide and press down on the bottom guide to
ensure a secure bond
ü Note: The bottom guide may not fully adhere in cold weather applications. It is recommended that the bottom guide
adhesive is at room temperature before installation and that the bottom surface is clean and dry. In addition, the
bottom guide can always be fastened to the bottom surface with a countersunk, flat head screw.
8. Install the Screen Cartridge - Part: E
üExtend the screen roughly 3’ (914mm)
üInsert the screen into the top track
üNote: Be careful not to bend the steel band when inserting the screen cartridge into the top track
üLine up the hole in the steel band with the metal post on the band retainer - *Screens wider than 8’ (2438mm)
üPush the steel band into the band retainer until the steel band clips into position
ü Note: The steel band should freely ride up and down on the metal post of the band retainer
üAlign the bottom of the screen cartridge with the bottom guide
üSnap the XL base jamb profile into the “base jamb mount ” by applying moderate horizontal force to the screen
cartridge
9. Install Handles *Optional - Parts: G and H
üFind the knob on the rear of the handle
üInsert the knob into the groove in the pull-bar (Part C) at 90 degrees
üAdjust the handle to your desired height and turn the handle counter-clockwise until it snaps into place
10.After installing your screen system, repetitively extend and retract the screen to ensure a smooth operation. If you
experience any one of the following problems, please refer to the trouble-shooting guide:
üThe pull-bar does not completely close to the jamb
üThe screen does not completely retract
üThe screen does not operate smoothly
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11.How to remove the screen cartridge
üRemove the screen cartridge from the base jamb mount
üDisengage the steel band from the band retainer
üNote: Be careful not to bend the steel band when inserting the screen cartridge into the top track
üCut a piece of plywood or similar wood product to the following dimensions: 1-3/4” (45mm) wide x 6” (152mm) long
üInsert the piece of wood into the top track, beside the pull-bar retainer
üSpread the top track and remove the screen cartridge

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Troubleshooting
I have successfully installed my new Slide Clear pleated screen, but the screen does not fully
extend?
Occasionally during the shipping process the strings in the screen cartridge can become tangled. To un-tangle the
wires, repetitively extend and retract the screen system until the screen fully extends. When retracting the screen
system, use enough force to pull the wires free, but not to the point where the screen cartridge detaches from the
base jamb mount.
The chain on the bottom of the screen has come off of the bottom guide?
The screen system is designed to allow the chain to come off of the bottom guide when a person, object or animal
unintentionally hits the screen. If this situation occurs, simply place the chain back on the bottom guide.
My Slide Clear pleated screen takes an unusually large amount of force to extend and retract, and
is not running smoothly
1) If the tensioning strings going across the mesh are too tight, the screen will run rough and require an
unusually large amount of force to move the pull-bar. See the adjustment instructions in the User’s
Manual to adjust the wire tension for your specific screen model.
2) Check the plastic chain that runs on the bottom of the screen for any debris. Use a vacuum cleaner,
water hose and/or cloth to clean any debris out of the chain.
My Slide Clear pleated screen does not fully retract?
If your screen does not fully retract, the horizontal tensioning strings are too loose. The more tension you put on
the strings, the better the pull-bar will fully retract.
Caution: If you put too much tension on the strings the screen will not operate smoothly. See the adjustment
instructions in the User’s Manual to adjust the string tension for your specific screen model.
My Slide Clear pleated screen does not extend parallel to the jamb profile?
See the adjustment instructions in the users manual to adjust the parallelism for your particular screen model.
The height of my opening has increased/decreased. Will my Slide Clear pleated screen still
operate?
Each screen system can tolerate a height fluctuation of 1/4” (6mm) downwards and 1/2” (14mm) upwards. If your
rough opening is out more then these tolerances, your screen system will not operate safely.
The width of the top track is more then the width of my opening?
If the top track is wider then your opening you will be required to cut the top track and bottom guide. Use a chop
saw or handsaw to cut top track and bottom guide to the correct width. The top track will equal the total width of
the rough opening. The bottom guide will equal the total width of the rough opening less 3/4” (20mm).
Note: Every Slide Clear pleated screen is manufactured to close 1/2” (12.7mm) past the total width of your opening.

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Parallelism and Tension Adjustment
XL Parallelism Adjustment: Use this adjustment when the pull-bar is not parallel with the jamb Profile
Adjustment 1
1. Remove the plastic magnet holder and magnet from the pull-bar using a flat head screw driver.
2. Locate the black plastic carriage at the end of the steel band.
3. Loosen the #2 Philips screw that attaches the steel band to the black plastic carriage.
4. Adjust the parallelism by moving the steel band up and down on the carriage. Tighten the screw when the adjustment is
complete.
Note: This process may have to be repeated more then once to reach the desired level of parallelism.
5. To reinstall the plastic magnet holder and magnet, insert the magnet into the bottom cap on the pull-bar by sliding it
downwards.
6. Snap the magnet holder into the bottom half of the pull-bar.
7. Slightly bend the top half of the magnet holder too insert the magnet into the top cap on the pull-bar.
8. Once both ends of the magnet are inserted into the top and bottom caps on the pull-bar, clip the top half of the magnet
holder into the pull-bar.
9. Double check the magnet holder is completely snapped into the pull-bar.
10. Fully extend and retract the screen system to ensure a smooth operation.
Adjustment 2 (Optional)
1. Fully extend the XL screen.
2. Carefully detach the XL base jamb 3’ (914mm) away from the base jamb mount (Varro) or anchor plates (Alera).
3. Locate the white adapter that is connected to the steel band. The white adapter is located inside the XL base jamb profile
that attaches to the base jamb mount (Varro) or anchor plates (Alera).
4. Loosen the #2 Philips screw at the end of the metal band.
5. Adjust the parallelism by moving the metal band up and down on the white adapter. Tighten the screw when the
adjustment is complete.
Note: This process may have to be repeated more then once to reach the desired level of parallelism.
6. To reinstall the screen cartridge, snap the screen cartridge back into the base jamb mount (Varro) or anchor plates (Alera)
with a moderate horizontal force.
7. When the cartridge has been re-installed, fully retract and extend the screen system to ensure a smooth operation.
XL Tension Adjustment: Use this adjustment when the screen doesn’t operate smoothly or does not fully
retract
1. Check the string tension by fully extending the screen system and gently pulling down on each string running across the
mesh.
2. Remove the plastic magnet holder from the pull-bar using a flat head screwdriver.
3. Locate the #2 Phillips adjustment screws on the black plastic carriage, located at the end of the steel band.
4. Each screw on the carriage corresponds to an individual string running across the mesh. One at a time, loosen each screw
and adjust the tension for the corresponding string.
5. Move the screw up to reduce the tension or down to increase the tension.
6. Once you have found the correct tension for the string, tighten the corresponding screw.
7. Repeat this process until all of the strings have been correctly tensioned.
8. After all of the wires have been correctly tensioned, re-install the magnet holder and magnet.
9. To reinstall the plastic magnet holder and magnet, insert the magnet into the bottom cap on the pull-bar by sliding it
downwards.
10. Snap the magnet holder into the bottom half of the pull-bar.
11. Slightly bend the top half of the magnet holder too insert the magnet into the top cap on the pull-bar.
12. Once both ends of the magnet are inserted into the top and bottom caps on the pull-bar, clip the top half of the magnet
holder into the pull-bar.
13. Double check the magnet holder is completely snapped into the pull-bar.
14. Fully extend and retract the screen system to ensure a smooth operation.
If your screen requires further adjustment beyond these instructions please visit www.slideclear.com/screens or contact the
nearest Slide Clear service center for more information.

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5 Year limited Warranty
Slide Clear Inc. (the Manufacturer) warrants that the VARRO Retractable Pleated Screen is supplied free of manufacturing defects and material
flaws. Should any defect in materials and/or workmanship become apparent within five (5) years from the date of purchase, the Manufacturer
will, at its option, repair or replace the product free of charge.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
This Warranty is limited to defects in materials and workmanship and expressly excludes damage or defects caused by or arising from:
•Improper screen assembly, installation and/or adjustment provided by others.
•Damage as a result of environmental conditions, strong winds, natural disasters or other events beyond the control of the
Manufacturer.
•Damage to the screen and all its components caused by deliberate or accidental misuse, abuse or neglect.
•Damage caused by humans or animals accidentally running or walking into the screen, when in use.
•Damage caused to the screen components by inadequate maintenance.
•General deterioration in appearance or performance that occurs as a result of normal operation and normal wear and tear.
•Progressive deterioration of finishes and materials due to exposure to sun, rain, abrasion, heat and/or cold.
•Damage caused by the contamination of the screen mesh due to excessive moisture, construction debris, and/or aggressive cleaning
agents.
•The screen mesh is a woven material that is strictly checked for defects prior to and during production. Any square meter of mesh that
contains three or less defects is considered acceptable and is not covered by this Warranty.
•Damage to the mesh caused by contact with excessive heat surfaces including, but not limited to construction equipment, cigarette
ash, matches, cigarette lighters, sparks or hot cooking utensils.
•Damage caused by any third party.
The Manufacturer’s liability shall be limited to the repair or replacement (at the Manufacturer’s option) of the defective product. The supplier will
not be liable for any other direct or indirect costs, loss or damage to person or property, except as required by law, or any consequential losses
or loss of profit. The Supplier excludes, to the extent permitted by law, all other warranties, whether expressed, implied or statutory. Shipping
and handling is not included.
This Warranty is not a promise of future performance. Your exclusive remedy shall be repair, replacement or refund as stated in this warranty. If
we determine that a defect exists that is covered by this limited warranty, we will elect to either repair the product or component(s) or ship a
replacement product or component(s) to the distributor or person making the warranty claim in the same condition as the product was originally
sold, subject to our right to substitute a similar product when the product originally sold has been discontinued or modified. Slide Clear, in its
sole discretion, may choose to repair the Product as an option to replacement in full satisfaction of its warranty obligation. If we are unable to
provide replacement and repair is not practical or cannot be made timely, then we may elect to refund the purchase price paid directly to us if
the Warranty applies. The Warranty on any replacement Product will extend for the balance of the original Warranty period. It is the Purchaser’s
sole responsibility for determining whether a Product purchased from us is suitable for an end user’s needs or application. All visible defects
must be reported before installation and finishing. Claims under this Warranty must be made within the specified warranty period and within
thirty (30) days of the appearance of a defect. Failure to report defects to us, as specified under the “Procedure for Warranty Claims” section, will
void all express Warranties. Failure by the Purchaser or end user to follow the installation and maintenance contained within this Warranty
required shall void any and all express Warranties.
This Warranty shall be interpreted, construed and applied under the laws of the Province of British Columbia, Canada. All disputes under this
Warranty shall first be decided by mutually agreeable mediator, with each side to bear its own fees and costs. If the dispute is not resolved
through mediation, the dispute shall be submitted to a mutually agreeable arbitrator, pursuant to the arbitration rules of the Province of British
Columbia, Canada. The prevailing party to any claim filed under this limited Warranty is entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees, expert’s fees and
costs. Slide Clear is entitled to attorney’s fees, expert fees and testing fees regarding any dispute over the installation of its Product.
This express limited Warranty sets forth our maximum liability for our products. No one is authorized to modify or expand this express limited
Warranty. The absolute limit of our liability is the product purchase price from Slide Clear. We shall not be liable for special, indirect,
consequential, incidental, or punitive damages of any kind and all such claims are waived to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. Your
sole or exclusive remedy with respect to any and all losses and damages resulting from any cause whatsoever as specified herein. All Slide Clear
products are sold ‘as is’ and as such Slide Clear disclaims any and all implied Warranties. We make no other Warranty or Guarantee; either
express or implied, including implied Warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a particular purpose to the original purchaser or to any
subsequent user of the product, except as expressly contained herein. The entire risk as to the quality and performance of the goods is with the
Buyer. In the event state or provincial law precludes exclusion or limitation of implied Warranties, the duration of any such Warranties shall be
no longer than, and the time and manner of presenting any claim thereon shall be the same as, that provided in the express Warranty stated
herein.

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COASTAL REGIONS
Slide Clear Inc. standard and custom 2604 aluminum paint finishes are Warranted for a period of ten (10) years against defects resulting in
cracking, peeling and other loss of adhesion. If any Slide Clear product has been operated and/or installed in a coastal environment (within three
(3) miles/five (5) kilometers of a seacoast or salt water), the standard or custom 2604 aluminum paint finish will be Warranted for a period of one
(1) year. Anodized finishes are Warranted for a period of three (3) years unless the Slide Clear Inc. product has been operated and/or installed in
a coastal environment (within three (3) miles/five (5) kilometers of a seacoast or salt water), the anodized finish will be Warranted for a period of
one (1) year.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Regular Maintenance and Cleaning is imperative to prolong the screen’s smooth operation and longevity. The screen mesh should be lightly
cleaned, on a monthly basis, to maintain an unobstructed view and airflow. While the screen is extended, remove any build up with a vacuum
cleaner with a soft brush nozzle or a duster. Take extreme caution to not tear or rip the screen mesh. We do not recommend using any type of
cleaning agent on the screen mesh as this may cause unintentional deterioration.
It is also recommend that you clean the wheels on the bottom of the pull-bar with compressed air, on a monthly basis. This is to ensure that no
debris is effecting the operation of the screen system. To clean the wheels, retract the screen and remove the screen cartridge. Place the screen
cartridge on a large clean table, as to not cause any damage to the coating, and blow out the bottom of the pull-bar with compressed air. After
you have cleaned the wheels, re-install the screen cartridge. To help prevent any future damage, always keep the bottom guide clean and clear
of debris.
WIND OPERATION
On large openings the screen mesh acts like a sail when there are gusty or windy conditions present. In gusty or windy conditions it is
recommended to keep the screen retracted to reduce the possibility of any resulting damage. Damage as a result of exposure to wind is not
covered under this Warranty.
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
All Slide Clear Inc. products must be stored, installed, maintained, repaired, and used in accordance with acceptable good trade practice and the
supplied instructions, in order to prevent damage and maintain your Warranty.
PROCEDURE FOR WARRANTY CLAIMS
Please inspect your order immediately upon receipt. If you have a problem, immediately upon discovery contact the Distributor or Dealer from
whom you purchased our product, or contact us directly.
Mailing Address:
Slide Clear Inc.
101 – 19110 24 Avenue
Surrey, BC Canada V3Z-3S9
Phone:
1-604-888-5399
Email:
[e-mail]
Please provide the following information with your Warranty claim:
a) Slide Clear order number
b) Date and location of purchase
c) Contact information
d) Address of where the product can be inspected
e) Description of the problem and the product (including photographs)
All visible defects must be reported before installation and finishing. Claims under these Warranties must be made within the specified Warranty
period and within sixty (60) days of the appearance of a defect. We may charge a fee for on-site product inspections, however this fee will be
refunded if the product is found to contain a defect covered by this Warranty.