Smith & Noble Poly Shutters User manual

Step by Step Installation Instructions
Poly Shutters
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Your new window treatments have been custom
crafted from the highest quality materials.
Once installed, they will provide you with a
lifetime of beauty and trouble-free use.
InsTallIng your new shade is easy. Simply follow
our step-by-step instructions. We recommend that
you read through all the instructions before you
start. If you have questions, our customer service
representatives are available at 800.248.8888.
Do not dispose of packaging until the shade is
operating to your satisfaction.
Table of Contents
Getting Started ................................3
Parts of the Shutter ............................4
Metal Bracket Assembly .........................5
Assemble the Frame ......................... 6 - 7
Installing the Shutters....................... 8 - 10
Leveling/Squaring the Panels ....................11
Panel Lock Ramp Installation ................ 12 - 13
Cap Screw Holes ..............................13
Magnet Catch Placement .......................14
Operation ...................................15
Care and Cleaning.............................15
Safety ......................................16
Warranty..............................back page

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Getting Started Parts of the Shutter
NOTE: When installing screws with a drill,
be careful not to over-tighten. This may
cause the screw to break off in the wall
or window frame.
molly
bolt
self drilling
anchor
toggle
bolt
screws
(included)
Remove the shutters from the
packaging. All panels are marked.
Do not mix the panels when there
are multiple sets of shutters.
Do not dispose of packaging until
the shutter is operating to your
satisfaction.
Check the diagram to make sure
you have all the parts needed
for the appropriate type of
installation.
Tools you may need to install your
shutters: pencil, screwdriver, 1⁄4"
nut driver, level, pliers, hammer
or rubber mallet, tape measure
and a 1⁄8" drill with assorted drill
bits, non-marring hammer with
1" head, caulk or sealant, contact
cement.
Wallboard Or Plaster:
Use a secure fastener designed
for hollow wall applications.
Metal: Pre-drill holes and use
the included screws.
Concrete, Stone, Brick Or Tile:
Use a masonry drill and
appropriate plugs, anchors
or screws.
Note: When selecting a fastener,
make sure it is designed to
support the weight of the
product being installed. Follow
the fastener manufacturer’s
instructions for proper installation
of the fastener.
Getting Started Parts of the Shutter
RIGHT
SIDE
FRAME
LEFT
SIDE
FRAME
TOP FRAME CORNER KEY
HINGE
INSTALLATION
HOLE
INSTALLATION
HOLES
BOTTOM FRAME
SHUTTER FRAMES
LOUVERS
TILT ROD
DIVIDER
RAIL

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L-Brackets
The trim frame will also include
metal L brackets which are
attached to the back side of
the frame.
With the frame face down, set
a metal L bracket on the back
of the frame in each corner
Using the supplied screws,
(#6 x 5⁄8"), place 4 screws in
each bracket to firmly secure
the corners.
If minor gaps appear, use
caulk or sealant to seal the
corners once the shutter is
completely installed.
Trim Frames
The face of this frame
resembles some window trim
and is used for inside mount
applications only.
The decorative flange hangs
over the edge of the opening
onto the face of the wall,
while the rest of the frame is
mounted inside the opening.
The Trim Frame is not designed
to be used on windows with
existing trim or molding. It
includes groove for Panel Lock.
Frames Assemble the Frame
All Frames will be identified with
removable labels. Match the line
number of the frame with the
line number of the panel.
Do not remove the labels until
the product is installed.
Assemble the frame. Lay frame
sides flat beside the panels to
ensure that the frames will be
assembled correctly and that
the hinges on the panels and
the frames will be in alignment.
Frames are pre-drilled with
installation holes.
Installation holes are located
just below each hinge on the
side frames (except bottom hole
is located just above the bottom
hinge). Top and bottom frames
should have evenly spaced holes
no more than 16" apart.
Insert the plastic corner keys
into both ends of the top and
bottom frames. NOTE: Bonding
is only required for an outside
mount L-frame application.
Frames Assemble the Frame
METAL L-BRACKET
TRIM FRAME
WITH PANEL
LOCK GROOVE
CORNER KEY
INSTALLATION
HOLE
HINGE
HINGE
RIGHT
SIDE
FRAME
INSTALLATION
HOLES
BOTTOM FRAME
TOP FRAME
LEFT
SIDE
FRAME
SHUTTER FRAMES
LOUVERS
TILT ROD
DIVIDER
RAIL

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Installing the ShuttersAssemble the Frame (con't)
Slide the corner key that is in
the top and bottom frames into
the end of each side frame.
Using a rubber mallet hammer,
give a firm tap to the frame to
ensure the corner keys are fully
engaged.
Make sure the frame has been
properly assembled and is right
side up. The top of the frame is
indicated by a greater amount of
distance from the top of the top
hinge to the edge of the frame.
Fasten the frame. Insert a screw
in both the left and right top
side frame holes. Secure the
left screw first. Make sure the
frame is level and then secure
the screw on the right.
Now you can hang the panels.
Set the panel(s) in the frame and
insert the hinge pins of the top
and bottom hinges only.
Next you will square or level the
panels to the opening.
Move the bottom frame left or
right until the panels are level.
If this does not work, move the
left frame up or down until the
panels are level. Continue this
with the right frame until you get
the panels level.
Assemble the Frame Installing the Shutters
Squareness Adjustments
Bottom
Top

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Installing the Shutters (con't) Installing the Shutters (con't)
When the panels are level within
the frame, hold the frame in
position and place a screw in the
middle bottom frame hole. Make
sure the bottom frame is level
before setting screws.
If minor support or leveling is
required, turn the adjustable jamb
cap (also called Panel Locks) at
the bottom of the vertical jamb
stile to the required spot.
Fasten the remaining screws.
Insert the screws into the
remaining holes. Check to ensure
that the panels are level after
each screw has been screwed into
position.
The Panel Lock system does not
require any installation when
4-sided frames are used. The
Panel Lock caps have already been
installed in the ends of the stiles.
The plungers lock into the groove
of the frame.
If you received magnets, see
Magnet & Catch Placement section
for Installation details.
Inside Mount
L-, Z- or Trim Frames
Place frame in opening. Make
sure the frame has been properly
assembled and is right side up.
Labels will identify each frame
piece.
Center the frame in the opening.
Insert screws (#8 x 11⁄2") into the
pre-drilled holes of the top of
each side frame. Set the screws
into the window jambs.
Place frame in opening. The top
of the frame is indicated by a
greater amount of distance from
the top of the top hinge to the
edge of the frame.
The label will indicate left
and right sides, but labels do
not indicate top and bottom
frames, as they are usually
interchangeable.
Fasten the frame. Most frames
have pre-drilled holes placed
for ease of installation. Insert a
screws (#8 x 11⁄2") in both the
left and right top side frame
holes. Center the frame in the
opening, then set the screw into
the window jambs.
NOTE: If the frame is significantly
smaller than the opening size,
then do not overtighten the
screws. Overtightening the screws
will cause the frame to distort.
Now you can hang the panels.
Set the panel(s) in the frame and
insert the hinge pins of the top
and bottom hinges only.
Hinge Shim
#6 x 5/8”
Screws
Bottom Rail Bottom Rail
Stile
Bottom Frame Rotate clockwise to
retract screw and
counterclockwise
to extend screw.
NOTE: In most cases the window frames are
not plumb. Hinge shims will likely be needed
to properly align hinges and allow proper panel
operation.
Installing the Shutters Installing the Shutters
Illustration applies to all frame styles
CORNER KEY
INSTALLATION
HOLE
HINGE
HINGE
RIGHT
SIDE
FRAME
INSTALLATION
HOLES
BOTTOM FRAME
TOP FRAME
LEFT
SIDE
FRAME
SHUTTER FRAMES
LOUVERS
TILT ROD
DIVIDER
RAIL

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Squareness Adjustments
Leveling/Squaring the Panels Panel Lock Installation
Move bottom frame left or right
until the panels are level. If this
does not work then remove the
top left screw and move the left
frame side up or down
until the panels are level.
Once level, set the screw back
into the window opening. If this
does not work then try repeating
for the right side frame. (Also
could remove the top right
installation screw. Loosen or
tighten the top left side screw
until the panels are level then
re-install the top right screw).
When the panels are level and
square within the frame, hold
the bottom frame in position
and set a screw in the middle
bottom frame hole.
NOTE: Setting a bottom screw
may not be possible due to
marble window sills, etc. If this
is the case, set screws in the
lower side frame holes.
Inside Mount
L-Frames Only
When magnets are supplied,
minor support or leveling can
be achieved by turning the
adjustable jamb cap at the
bottom of the vertical jamb
(stile) to the required spot.
Fasten the remaining screws.
Insert screws in the remaining
holes and check to ensure
panels are level after every screw
has been set into position.
The Panel Lock system does not
require any installation when 4-sided
frames are used. The Panel Lock
caps have already been installed in
the ends of the stiles. The plungers
lock into the groove of the frame.
If you received magnets with the
L-Frame, see Magnet & Catch
Placement section for Installation
details.
NOTE: In most cases the window frames are
not plumb. Hinge shims will likely be needed
to properly align hinges and allow proper panel
operation.
Hinge Shim
#6 x 5/8”
Screws
Bottom Rail Bottom Rail
Stile
Bottom Frame Rotate clockwise to
retract screw and
counterclockwise
to extend screw.
NOTE: Setting a bottom screw may not be
possible due to marble window sills, etc. If this is
the case, set screws in the lower side frame holes.
Leveling & Squaring the Panels Panel Lock Installation
Once the shutters and panels
have been installed, make a
mark on the frame with a pencil
to show where the center of the
Panel Lock Plunger is located.
Open the panel(s).
Place the Panel Lock Ramp on
the sill or window frame. The
front edge of the ramp should
be set back 1/8" from the front
of the panel.
Center the ramp on the line
marking the plunger location.
Mark the center of each screw
hole of each Ramp.
Outside Mount
Casing Frame
Inside Mount L-Frame
Fastener
Window
Jam
Recess
Window 3⁄8" Diameter Holes
Panel Lock Spring Loaded Plunger
Mark center of each plunger with a pencil
Center line of plunger
Panel lock ramp
Note: Ramps will be necessary when
less than 4 frame sides are ordered.
MARK CENTER OF EACH
PLUNGER WITH A PENCIL
PANEL LOCK SPRING LOADED PLUNGER

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Panel Lock Installation Magnet Catch Placement
Cap Screw Holes
Remove the Ramps and drill
a pilot hole for each screw
using a 3/32" drill bit.
Place the Ramp back on the
frame and set the screws.
Repeat as necessary.
Test the panels to ensure
proper function and closure.
The Panel Lock Plunger
can be adjusted by using
a flat head screwdriver.
Push in on the plunger
and rotate clockwise to
thread the plunger into the
panel or rotate the plunger
counterclockwise to extend
the plunger.
Once all screws have been
installed and panels checked
for level, cap all holes with the
provided button plugs.
Close the gaps around the
L-Frames with L-Frame Cover
Strip (optional). This is glued
to the front face of the frame.
Caulk or sealant can be used
to seal any gaps around the
frames or mitered corners
also.
For Z- and Trim frames, Dap
or Caulking can be used to
seal any gaps around the
frames or mitered corners.
WINDOW
TRIM
Z-, and Trim Frames
3/8" HOLE CAPPED
WITH BUTTON COVER
WINDOW
JAMB
INSTALLATION
SCREW
Panel Lock Spring Loaded Plunger
Mark center of each plunger with a pencil
Center line of plunger
Panel lock ramp
Note: Ramps will be necessary when
less than 4 frame sides are ordered.
NOTE: Ramps will be necessary when
less than 4 frame sides are ordered
CENTER LINE OF PLUNGER
PANEL LOCK
RAMP
Panel Lock Installation / Cap Screw Holes Magnet Catch Placement
Install catch plate first as
shown on drawings with the
holes towards the center of
the panel. (top illustration)
Each catch plate should be
3⁄8" away from the edge of the
stile and 3⁄8" away from the
end of the panel.
With panels in the closed
position, mark with a pencil
on the sill or frame where the
stile meets the cross rail.
Install the magnet from the
mark toward the inside of
the panel.
Install two magnet catches
per panel.
NOTE: All magnets and catches
must be installed. Mount
magnets on frames. When
there is no frame, mount
magnets on window sill or
jamb. Receiver plate mounts on
bottom and top cross rails.
Magnets and catches will not
be used if the panel lock has
been installed.
A
B
Vertical
Jamb
3/8”
3/8”
On framed applications, mount plate 3/8” from stile (A),
and 3/8” from end of panel on top rail (B).
Frame
Magnet on Frame
Plate
Top Rail
Stile
Bottom Rail
Plate
Magnet on Sill
Plate is
with panel
3/8”
Plate is 3/8” fr
om
end of panel
Side View
SIDE VIEW OF MAGNET CATCH POSITION
FRAME
MAGNET ON FRAME
PLATE
TOP RAIL
STILE
BOTTOM RAIL
PLATE
MAGNET ON SILL
PLATE IS
3/8" FROM
END OF
PANEL
PLATE IS FLUSH
WITH PANEL

Warranty
All Smith+Noble shutters are designed for a lifetime of trouble-free use
and is covered by a limited lifetime warranty. This warranty applies to
the original customer/installation with proof of purchase and covers
any defects in materials or workmanship provided that the product is
measured and installed according to the product instructions.
In the unlikely event that warranty service is ever needed, simply call
Customer Service at 800.248.8888. Our customer service representatives
will arrange for a repair as quickly as possible.
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