Hunter Douglas Architectural RB 500 plus Manual Roller Shades Installation Guide
- August 11, 2024
- Hunter Douglas Architectural
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Hunter Douglas Architectural RB 500 plus Manual Roller Shades
Product Information
RB 500+ Manual Roller Shades – Window Coverings Hunter Douglas Architectural
Window Coverings provides expertly engineered solutions for light and glare
control.
Contact: 800-727-8953
Website: HDarchitectural.com
Specifications
- Laser Level
- Measuring Tape
- Pencil
- Flat Blade and Philips Screwdrivers
- 2 Screws #10
- Needle Nose Pliers
- Power Drill, 1/8 drill bit, 5/16 hex driver
Installation Instructions
- Bracket Installation: Measure and mark the width, place brackets, pre-drill screw holes, attach brackets.
- Leveler Adjustment: Use Allen Key to adjust skewing for shade height.
- Shade Installation: Install roller shades, secure clutch end, check alignment.
- Cord Tensioner Mounting: Follow video instructions provided.
Product Usage Instructions
- Mounting Brackets:
- Choose installation type: Outside Mounted, Inside Mounted, or End Mounted.
- Mark screw holes, pre-drill using 1/8 drill bit, attach brackets with screws using 5/16 hex driver.
- Ensure brackets are level and aligned.
- Installing Roller Shades:
- Install roller shades on brackets after ensuring they are mounted properly.
- Do not remove the tape around the shade until it is fully installed.
- Secure clutch end onto the bracket tab, insert idle end into the bracket.
- Turn the locking ring away from the bracket to secure the shade.
- Remove tape band and child safety tag once secured.
- Adjusting Leveler:
- Use Allen Key to adjust skewing for shade height after installation.
- To lower the shade, turn the Key to the right; to raise, turn left. Adjustments can be made post-installation.
- Cord Tensioner Mounting:
- Follow provided video instructions for cord tensioner mounting.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How do I uninstall the RB 500+ Manual Roller Shade?
A: Start by unscrewing the cord tensioner. Loosen the locking ring,
push the idle end into the shade while pulling towards you to release the
clutch end. Finally, slide off the bracket covers and remove with a drill.
Installation Instructions
RB 500+ Manual Roller Shades with Standard Duty Brackets – Outside Mount
Window Coverings
Hunter Douglas Architectural Window Coverings continues to deliver expertly engineered solutions to manage light and glare control. This booklet provides installation instructions that can be used as a stand alone piece or may accompany video instructions at bit.ly/2vm9z2p
WARNING
Window blinds with a damaged or loose tension device or retractable cord that fails to fully retract pose a strangulation risk to children. To avoid this potential strangulation risk, consider purchasing cordless products or products with inaccessible cords
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Materials Needed
- Laser Level
- Measuring Tape
- Pencil
- Flat Blade and Philips Screwdriver
- 2″ Screws #10
- Needle Nose Pliers
- Power Drill, 1/8″ drill bit, 5/6″ hex driver
RB 500+ Manual Roller Shade with Standard Duty Brackets – Outside Mount
Installation Process
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Begin by installing the brackets. Remember, brackets can be installed in the following ways: Outside Mounted, Inside Mounted and End Mounted. In this video we will be installing and uninstalling an outside mounted RB 500 Manual Roller Shade with Standard Duty + Brackets.
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First, measure and mark the ordered width of the shade inside the window casement. A minimum 21/2” vertical surface is required to mount the brackets.
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Place your first bracket in its mounting location and mark the screw holes. Place your second bracket and repeat the process.
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Next, pre-drill your screw holes using a 1/8” drill bit.
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If your shade order did not include a leveler, go ahead and attach the brackets with the provided screws using the 5/16” hex driver.
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The brackets should be level and aligned.
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If you’ve chosen the pre-assembled leveler option, ensure that the opening to access the leveling set screw is pointing downward before installing the brackets. This is where you will insert the provided Allen Key to adjust skewing.
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To adjust, insert the Allen Key into the set screw of the leveler. To lower the shade, turn the Key to the right to rotate the set screw clockwise. To raise the shade, turn the Key to the left to rotate the set screw counter clockwise. All adjustments can be made after the shade has been installed and operation has been tested.
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Once the brackets have been mounted you are ready to install your roller shades. Note that the tape around the shade should not be removed until the shade is fully installed.
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Install the clutch end of the shade onto the tab on the clutch-side bracket. The bottom of the clutch should always point straight down. Finally, push the idle end into the shade and place into the idle end bracket.
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Secure the shade by turning the locking ring away from the bracket. At this point, the tape band and child safety tag can safely be removed.
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Now is a good time to check that the shade is level and aligned.
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Once aligned, slide the bracket covers onto the brackets and snap into place.
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Now you’re ready to mount the cord tensioner. Please review the video below:
Outside Mount Video.
Uninstallation Process
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Start by unscrewing the cord tensioner.
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Loosen the locking ring by turning it in the direction of the bracket.
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Next, push the idle into the shade while pulling the shade towards you. This will allow you to pull the clutch end out of the clutch bracket.
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Finally, slide off the bracket covers and with your drill, remove the screws and brackets.
Congratulations!
You have now successfully installed and uninstalled an outside mounted RB 500+
Manual Roller Shade with Standard Duty Brackets.