LEVOLOR Light Filtering Roman Shades Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- LEVOLOR
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LEVOLOR Light Filtering Roman Shades Installation Guide
WARNING: Keep all small parts, components and packaging away from children as they pose a potential choking hazard which may result in serious injury or death. Please reference all warning tags and labels in the instructions and on the shade.
Tank you for purchasing LEVOLOR® Roman Shades. With proper installation, operation, and care, your new roman shade will provide years of beauty and performance. Please thoroughly review this instruction booklet before beginning installation.
MOUNTING TYPES AND WINDOW TERMINOLOGY
Window Components Terminology
- Collectively, the sill and jambs are called the “window casement” or “frame
**Outside Mount
**
- Shade mounts outside window opening.
- Increased light control and privacy
**Inside Mount
**
- Shade fits within window opening.
- Great for windows with beautiful trim.
Minimum Depth Requirements for Proper Shade Installation (inches)
Operating System| Minimum Mounting Depth| Minimum Depth for Fully Recessed /
Flush Mount Headrail
Motorized| 11/4″| 21/4″
GETTING STARTED
PRODUCT VIEW
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Micro-USB Charging Cable
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Power Adapter
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Magnetic Charging Adapter
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Remote Control Kit (optional)
- Hub (optional)
COMPONENTS INCLUDED
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Roman Shade
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Hex Head Screws (2 per bracket)
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6 Flat Head Screw for Use with End Mounts (provided)
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Speed Nut and Screw (two provided with each extension bracket)
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Spacer Block (optional)
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Extension / Side Mount Brackets (optional)
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Hold-Down Bracket (optional)
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Remote Control Kit (optional)
- Hub (optional)
Optional items will be included, if selected at time of shade order
- Shade
- Mounting Brackets
- Installation Hardware
- Remote Control Kit
- Other accessories (optional)
TOOLS AND FASTENERS YOU MAY NEED (not included)
The tools you will need for installing your shade will vary, depending on the installation surface, and mounting bracket type.
Tools typically used for installation include:
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Metal Tape Measure
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Screwdrivers (both flat and Phillips head)
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1⁄4″ Nutdriver
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Safety Glasses
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Drywall Anchors
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Pencil
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Drill with Bits 3 ⁄32″ drill bit & 1 ⁄4″ hex driver
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Level
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Ladder
Note: Longer screws may be needed with extension brackets and spacers, not shown.
CAUTION: Use drywall anchors (not provided) when mounting into drywall. Failure to properly anchor shade could cause shade to fall, possibly resulting in injury
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
- IMPORTANT: If bound, do not remove binding until the shade is installed in the window.
- Your order will include the correct number of installation brackets for your shade width, as shown in the table.
| Shade Width | Brackets Required |
|---|---|
| Up to 38″ | 2 |
| 38″ – 68″ | 3 |
| 68″ – 82 | 4 |
| 82″ – 106″ | 5 |
| 106″ – 130″ | 6 |
| > 130″ | 7 |
INSIDE MOUNT (IM)–BEFORE YOU BEGIN
PAIR SHADE BEFORE INSTALLING
**REMOTE CONTROL
**
- Use the – and + buttons to select the channel to pair to.
- Press and hold the programming button on the window covering for about 2 seconds until the shade jogs once.
- In the next 10 seconds, press and hold the on the remote until the shade jogs twice.
**USING THE INMOTION APP
**
- If you purchased a hub, download the LEVOLOR InMotion™ app to get started.
- Shade can be directly paired to app, but it is recommended to pair to remote first.
INSIDE MOUNT (IM)
STEP 1: MARKING THE BRACKET LOCATIONS
- Mark 2″ in from each jamb for bracket location. Mount into wood whenever possible.
- If more than two installation brackets came with your order, space additional bracket(s) evenly between the two end brackets.
- Center the brackets on your marks, then mark each of the screw holes.
- The minimum depth for installation brackets is 11/4″.
- The minimum depth for a fully recessed mount is 21/4″.
- Use the center screw hole when depth permits.
- For shallow mounting depths, use the hole located in the upper rear corner of the bracket
INSIDE MOUNT (IM)
STEP 2: INSTALLING THE BRACKETS
- Drill the screw holes using a 3 ⁄32″ drill bit (use drywall anchors to mount into drywall).
- Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided, 1 screw per bracket.
- Ensure all brackets are square with each other.
INSIDE MOUNT (IM)
STEP 3: INSTALLING THE SHADE–MOUNTING THE HEADRAIL
- Fit the front channel on top of the headrail onto the front lip of installation brackets.
- Push the headrail up and back until it snaps into place.
- Check to ensure the headrail is securely in the brackets.
- Check that the bottom of the headrail is snapped into the base of each bracket.
- Check that the front lip of each bracket is in the front channel of the headrail.
- If any brackets are not installed correctly, release the shade and reinstall. See “Removing the Shade (If Necessary)” on .
The front of the bracket fits under the groove.
OUTSIDE MOUNT (OM)–BEFORE YOU BEGIN
PAIR SHADE BEFORE INSTALLING
**REMOTE CONTROL
**
- Use the – and + buttons to select the channel to pair to.
- Press and hold the programming button on the window covering for about 2 seconds until the shade jogs once.
- In the next 10 seconds, press and hold the on the remote until the shade jogs twice.
**USING THE INMOTION APP
**
- If you purchased a hub, download the LEVOLOR InMotion™ app to get started.
- Shade can be directly paired to app, but it is recommended to pair to remote first
OUTSIDE MOUNT (OM)
STEP 1: MARKING THE BRACKET LOCATIONS
NOTE: The rear of the brackets must be flush against a flat mounting
surface.
Do NOT mount brackets on curved molding.
- Center the headrail over the window opening at the desired height.
OUTSIDE MOUNT (OM)
STEP 1: MARKING THE BRACKET LOCATIONS, CONT.
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Use a pencil to lightly mark each end of the headrail.
- Alternatively, measure the width of the headrail and use that width to mark the headrail end points over the window opening.
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Mark approximately 1 – 2″ in from each end of headrail for the installation bracket locations.
- Allow a minimum of 1 ⁄4 in. between the bottom of the installation bracket and the top of the window molding.
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With a pencil, mark the installation brackets or extension bracket screw locations through the larger, oblong rear holes of the bracket, 1 screw per bracket.
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Use a level to ensure all brackets are aligned.
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If more than two installation brackets come with your order, space additional bracket(s) evenly between the two end brackets, no more than 30″ apart, mark drill hole locations
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Center the brackets on your marks, then mark each of the screw holes.
- A minimum of 1 1 ⁄4″ flat vertical surface is required to mount the brackets.
- The top of the installation brackets or extension brackets should be at the desired shade height. The brackets should be level and aligned.
- When using extension brackets, mark two screw holes per bracket.
CAUTION: The rear of the brackets must be flush against a flat mounting surface. Do not mount brackets on curved molding
OUTSIDE MOUNT (OM)
STEP 2: INSTALLING THE BRACKETS
NOTE: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.
- Drill the screw holes using a 3 ⁄32″ drill bit.
- Attach the installation or extension brackets using the screws provided
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to each other.
- If using spacer blocks for added clearance, the spacer blocks and shims may be stacked.
- A maximum of 1 1 ⁄2″ of added clearance using spacer blocks and shims is recommended.
- Attach the spacer blocks and installation brackets to a flat vertical mounting surface with #6 mounting screws long enough for a secure installation.
- The top of the spacer blocks should be at the desired shade height.
- If using extension brackets, attach an installation bracket to the underside of each extension bracket using the provided screws and speed nuts.
OUTSIDE MOUNT (OM)
STEP 3: INSTALLING THE SHADE–MOUNTING THE HEADRAIL
- Fit the front channel on top of the headrail onto the front lip of installation brackets.
- Push the headrail up and back until it snaps into place.
- Check to ensure the headrail is securely in the brackets.
- Check that the bottom of the headrail is snapped into the base of each bracket.
- Check that the front lip of each bracket is in the front channel of the headrail.
- If any brackets are not installed correctly, release the shade and reinstall. See “Removing the Shade (If Necessary)” on.
The front of the bracket fits under the groove.
INSTALLING ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS
INSTALL VALANCE
IMPORTANT: Pair remote prior to installing the valance.
- Hook the top of the valance over the top lip of the headrail.
- Carefully press the valance down and back against the headrail until the valance clips into place.
ATTACH VALANCE RETURNS
(Outside mount only)
- Fold the valance returns around the end of the headrail and firmly press into place so that the hook-and-loop strips engage.
OPERATION
REMOTE OPERATION
- Scan for remote guide.
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BATTERY CHARGING
- Rechargeable battery is integrated into shade headrail.
- For standard charging, remove the magnetic charging insert from the headrail. Use the micro-USB charging cable and power adapter to charge shade.
- For easier access to the charging port, a removable magnetic charging adapter has been installed during production. Attach the magnetic charging adapter to the microUSB charging cable and power adapter before connecting to headrail to charge.
- Indicator light battery status:
- Low (red flash)
- Charging (green flash)
- Charged (green solid)
- It is recommended to fully charge shade prior to first use.
REMOVING THE SHADE (IF NECESSARY)
- Lower the shade approximately 4″.
- While holding the headrail, push back on the bottom tab of the installation bracket to release the bottom edge of the headrail.
- After releasing the bottom edge, roll the back of the headrail down and out from the bracket.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND SUPPORT
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 LEVOLOR Customer Service at 1-800-LEVOLOR or 1-800-538-6567
| Problem | The shade will not fit into the installation brackets. |
|---|---|
| Solution | Check that the installation brackets are level and aligned. |
Adjust and/ or shim to level, if necessary. Be sure the heads of the mounting
screws are flush against the installation bracket. Make sure that the shade
fabric is not caught between the installation bracket and the headrail. Check
that the headrail is completely inserted into the installation brackets.
Problem| The shade raises or lowers unevenly or the bottom rail is
uneven when fully raised.
Solution| Lower the shade completely to allow it to “self-correct”
skewing. Check that the headrail and installation brackets are level and
aligned. Shim the installation brackets to level the headrail, if necessary.
Adjust roman bar clips. Lower the shade completely and locate the cord route
in the top of the headrail behind the shade. On the back of the shade, adjust
any roman bar clips by hand that are out of vertical alignment with the cord
location in the headrail.
CLEANING PROCEDURES
A brush-type vacuum attachment or feather duster should be used for cleaning. If your shade should become stained, you may clean it by dabbing the spot with a sponge dampened with lukewarm water. Do not immerse shade in water. Avoid contact with window cleaning products as these may discolor your shade. Ultrasonic cleaning is not recommended or covered by our warranty. Improper cleaning may damage the shade and void warranty.
DUSTING
Use a feather duster for regular cleaning.
FORCED AIR
Blow away dirt and debris using clean compressed air.
PROFESSIONAL INJECTION/EXTRACTION
CLEANING
Call local on-site blind/shade cleaner that injects a cleaning solution into
the fabric and extracts the dirty solution at the same time. The service is
typically performed at home so you do not need to remove your window
treatments.
VACUUMING
Use a low suction vacuum with a brush-type cleaner attachment; stroke lightly
over the shade to clean.
SPOT-CLEANING/STAIN REMOVAL AT
HOME
Use warm water and a mild soap, like Woolite® or Scotchgard®, if needed. Do
not immerse shade in water.
Additional Notes
- Once mounted, leave the shade in the lowered position for 48 hours to release any wrinkles in the fabric.
- Shades made from patterned fabrics may differ slightly in the location of of the pattern from shade to shade. This is due to normal variation in the roll from which the fabric is cut for the shade.
- With time, soft folds may settle or flatten. Shades that are raised regularly will be less subject to settling and will maintain a more relaxed appearance
WARRANTY
For complete warranty information visit LEVOLOR.com or call Customer Service at 1-800-LEVOLOR or 1-800-538-6567.
CONTACTING US
To contact LEVOLOR Customer Service regarding any questions or concerns you
may have about your new shades, you may reach us at 1-800-LEVOLOR (9:00 am –
6:00 pm EST)
www.LEVOLOR.com
ADDITIONAL PARTS AND SERVICES
Additional or replacement parts can be ordered, or shades can be repaired or restrung through our repair center. Please contact LEVOLOR customer service through www.LEVOLOR.com for a return authorization number.
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