Installation Bracket Spacing
Spacing of standard installation brackets is the same for both inside and outside mounts. Two brackets are positioned on the mounting surface so that their centerlines will be 2 1/4" in from the ends of the shade. If more than two brackets are required, additional brackets are spaced evenly between the two end brackets. Measure and mark all bracket centerlines.
Note: When swivel brackets are used, measure 3" in from the ends of the shade and position a bracket screw hole at each of those locations.
Spring anchored specialty shades require brackets at the bottom of the window opening, as well as at the top. Align the bottom brackets directly under the top brackets.

• Up to 31" - use 2 brackets
• 31" to 79" - use 3 brackets
• 79" to 127" - use 4 brackets
• 127" to 174" - use 5 brackets

Inside Mount Applications
With inside mount applications, one mounting screw is used to attach the top of each installation bracket to the top sill of the window opening. Locate the screws on the centerlines you marked and position the brackets so that their front edges are aligned.
To attach the brackets, the flat surface of the sill must be at least 1" deep. To fully recess the shade, the flat surface must be at least 1 1/2" deep for 3/8" pleat sizes, or 2 1/4" deep for 3/4" pleat sizes, double, and triple honeycomb styles. Add to these minimum depths the dimension of any obstruction to shade movement, such as a window crank or handle.

Swivel Brackets
Swivel brackets require less mounting depth than standard installation brackets. Bracket attchment requires a solid mounting surface only 1/2" deep. To fully recess the shade, the mounting surface must be at least 1 1/8" deep for 3/8" pleat sizes, or 2" deep for 3/4" pleat sizes, double, and triple honeycomb styles. Again, add to these minimum depths the dimension of any obstruction to shade movement, such as a window crank or handle. Swivel brackets can be used on inside mount applications only. A #6 x 1" Phillips pan head screw is recommended for use with the swivel bracket.



When mounting swivel brackets, locate the bracket screw holes at the positions you marked. Only one screw is needed to attach each swivel bracket. On the bracket for 3/8" pleat sizes, the single screw hole is offset from the center. On the bracket for 3/4" pleat sizes and double and triple honeycomb styles, there are two screw holes offset from the center. Use the front hole only if a mounting depth of at least 1" is available. Use the rear hole only if the mounting depth is between 1/2" and 1".
Caution: Do not attach a screw through the swivel eyelet on the brackets.

Outside Mount Applications
Mount the ends of the installation brackets on a flat vertical surface at least 5/8" high for 3/8" pleat sizes, or at least 1" high for 3/4" pleat sizes, double, and triple honeycomb styles. Two screws are used to attach each bracket. Center the brackets on the centerlines you marked and attach them with the appropriate fasteners. The tops of the installation brackets should be perfectly horizontal and aligned at the same height.

Spacer Blocks

Spacer blocks are used to project the installation bracket away from the mounting surface when additional shade clearance is needed. Each spacer block increases clearance by 1/2". Use a maximum of three blocks, with the solid sides facing the mounting surface. Check to be sure your mounting screws are long enough for a secure installation.

Extension Brackets

Extension brackets can project the installation bracket up to 2 1/2" from the mounting surface. Position the brackets on the centerlines you marked and use two screws to attach them. Be sure to align the tops of the brackets on the same level. Connect the installation brackets with the machine screw and speed nut which are included with each extension bracket. Be sure to use the same hole on all the extension brackets, so that each installation bracket projects the same distance from the mounting surface.
Indentations are cast into the extension bracket between the holes. Before mounting the bracket, any unneeded length may be cut off at one of the indentations.

Standard Installation Brackets
Unwind the cord from around the shade assembly and let it hang. With the cordlock facing you, slip the headrail into the installation brackets. The front lips on the brackets fit into the front groove on the top of the rail.



Push on the rail until it snaps into place. Then, after making sure that no fabric is trapped between the headrail and the tabs on the installation brackets, use a screwdriver to tighten the tab screw on each bracket until it is just snug. Do not overtighten.

Swivel Brackets

With the moveable tabs on the brackets positioned outward, lift the shade into position so that the headrail is up against the back and top of the brackets. Be sure the cord is hanging freely and the front (colored) side of the fabric is facing you. When the shade is properly positioned, lock the headrail in place by rotating the moveable tabs to the right. Check that the shade is tightly secured at all bracket locations.

Cord Equalizer and Stop-Ball
The cord equalizer limits the shade drop and holds the cords that keep the bottom rail level. If you need to change the shade drop or level the bottom rail, the equalizer is used to make the adjustment.
The equalizer and equalizer housing are enclosed within the stop-ball. To access them, hold the tassel cord with one hand while pulling up on the stop-ball with the other. The equalizer and equalizer housing will pull out from inside the stop-ball.
After removing the equalizer housing from the stop-ball, unwrap the lift cords from around the base of the housing. Pull on the lift cords to remove the equalizer from the housing. Unwrap the lift cords from around the equalizer and release the lift cords by unlocking the wedge that secures them. To unlock the wedge, hold the ends of the lift cords and slide the equalizer body up.
Important: Hold the ends of the lift cords to prevent them from slipping through the stop-ball and disappearing into the headrail.



Level the bottom rail by pulling on each lift cord individually, or adjust the shade drop by moving the cords as a group. Then, while holding the lift cords to maintain the new position of the bottom rail, slide the wedge into the equalizer so that the raised tab is against the cords to hold them securely in place. Lock the wedge into the equalizer body by pushing the bottom of the wedge against a flat surface.
Important: Be sure not to cross the lift cords; if crossed, the wedge cannot adequately secure them.
After making an adjustment, wrap any excess lift cords once around the equalizer and push the equalizer back into the equalizer housing and wrap remaining lift cords around the base of the housing and down through the slot at the bottom of the housing. Trim any excess lift cords flush with the bottom of the housing and insert the equalizer and equalizer housing back up into the stop-ball until it is securely in place.

Tassel Cord Length
Tassel cord length is usually set to 2/3 the length of the fully closed shade. To shorten the length, slide the tassel up the cord to the desired position, knot the cord, and trim below the knot.

Optional Hold Down Brackets


With the shade at its full drop, place the pins on the hold down brackets into the bottom rail end caps and mark mounting hole locations. Attach the hold down brackets with one screw through the side hole or two screws through the end holes. Be sure both bracket pins are aligned and level.

Keep the cord close to the plane of the fabric when operating the shade; for best results, do not pull the cord away from the shade more than 15 degrees. To disengage the locking mechanism, move the cord toward the center of the shade approximately 30 degrees from the vertical position. Raise or lower the shade while holding the cord at this angle. To engage the locking mechanism, return the cord to the vertical position.

Warning:
Keep cords out of the reach of children. There are three basic ways to implement this essential precaution:
1. Cord Cleats: Attach two cord cleats 6" to 12" apart at a height where they will be out of the reach of children. Be sure the cleats are firmly secured. Mount the fasteners into studs, where possible, or use plastic wall anchors when mounting into drywall. When planning the mounting height, take into account that a child may stand on a baby crib or other furniture in an attempt to reach the cords. Once the cleats are attached, simply wrap the excess cord around them after each use of the shade.

2. Cord Clip: Clip the cord to itself using a cord clip or other clamping device.

3. Tie: Wrap or tie the cord to itself.