CS5199 Serene Light Filtering Sheer Shades

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Product Specifications

• Product Name: Simplicity Rechargeable
• Power Source: Solar Panel
• Additional Features: Magnetic Hold-Down

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

Thank you for choosing the Simplicity Rechargeable Window
Shadings. Proper installation is crucial for optimal performance.
Please follow the steps below:

Tools and Fasteners Needed

• Flat blade and Phillips screwdrivers
• Measuring tape and pencil
• Power drill, 3/32 drill bit, and 1/4 hex driver
• Level (laser level is recommended)
• Pliers
• Scissors (heavy-duty)

In addition to the tools listed above, ensure you have the
necessary fasteners designed for your mounting surface.

Importance of Limit Stops

Limit stops are crucial for preventing the bottom rail from
rotating around the fabric roll. Ensure they are properly adjusted
based on the size of the fabric roll. Refer to the Troubleshooting
section if issues arise.

Installation Overview

To install your shading, follow these steps:

STEP 1: Install the Brackets

Your order will include the correct number of installation
brackets for your shading width. Additional spacer blocks or
extension brackets may be included for specific requirements.

STEP 2: Install the Shading

Proceed with installing the shading according to the provided
instructions and using the necessary tools and fasteners.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What should I do if my shading operation is difficult?

A: If you encounter difficulty in shading operation, check the
adjustment of the limit stops. Refer to the Troubleshooting section
for guidance on readjusting the limit stops.

Q: When should I use drywall anchors?

A: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall to ensure a
secure attachment.

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Installation, Operation and Care Instructions
Simplicity Rechargeable

Getting Started: Product View…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2
Installation: Tools and Fasteners Needed …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3 Installation Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4 STEP 1 ­ Install the Brackets ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4 Mount the Installation Brackets ­ Inside Mount …………………………………………………………………………5-6 Mount the Installation Brackets ­ Outside Mount ………………………………………………………………………6-8 Mount the Installation Brackets ­ End Mount ……………………………………………………………………………… 9 STEP 2 ­ Install the Shading…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 Attach Magnetic Hold-Down Brackets (Optional) …………………………………………………………………………. 11
Shade & Remote Setup: Link the Remote…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 Set Limits …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13 Setting Favorite Position ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13 Unlink Remote……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14 Link Remote to Multiple Shades ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14 Changing Motor Rotation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14 Cloning Additional Remotes…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14 Delete Settings from all other Remote……………………………………………………………………………………….. 15 Charging the motor battery …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15 Solar Panel Mounting Options ……………………………………………………………………………………………..15-16 Replacing the Battery in the Remote…………………………………………………………………………………………. 16
Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….17-18 Care ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 19 Warranty ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Solar Panel
Magnetic Hold-Down
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INSTALLATION

Thank you for purchasing Window Shadings. With proper installation, operation, and care, your new shadings will provide years of beauty and performance. Please thoroughly review this instruction booklet before beginning the installation. For information regarding operation and programming, refer to the guide included with your remote control.
Tools and Fasteners Needed

Flat blade and Phillips screwdrivers Measuring tape and pencil Power drill, 3/32″ drill bit,
and 1/4″ hex driver

Level (laser level is recommended) Pliers Scissors (heavy-duty)

In addition, you will need fasteners designed to work with your specific mounting surface(s).

6 Hex Head Screws (Provided). Two 11/2″ screws are provided per installation

bracket.

Longer Hex Head Screws (Not Provided). If using spacer blocks, use #6 screws long enough for a secure attachment.

Speed Nuts and Screws (Provided). Extension brackets come with screws and speed nuts.

Drywall Anchors (Not Provided). Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.

6 x 11/2″ Hex Head Screw

(Provided)

Longer #6 Hex Head Screw for Use with Spacer Blocks
(Not Provided)

Speed Nut and Screw (Two Provided with Each Extension Bracket)

Importance of Limit Stops on Window Shadings

Limit stops serve as the upper travel limit for the bottom rail, preventing it from rotating around the fabric roll. Limit stops are located 6″ from the ends of the headrail or are centered on shadings less than 36″ wide.

When a shading is made, the limit stops are adjusted according to the size of the fabric roll. Occasionally, this adjustment changes during shipping or installation. If this happens, problems can be fixed by readjusting the limit stops. See the Troubleshooting section if shading operation is difficult or if the bottom rail rotates around the fabric roll. Shown below are the four possible positions of limit stops for large to small fabric rolls.

Large Fabric Roll

Small Fabric Roll

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Installation Overview
To install your shading, you will need to perform the following steps: STEP 1: Install the Brackets STEP 2: Install the Shading
STEP 1 — Install the Brackets
Your order will include the correct number of installation brackets for your shading width, as shown in the table below.
Shading orders may also include spacer blocks or extension brackets, if they were specified for added clearance.
Extension brackets are used for end mount shadings, as well.

Installation Bracket

Panel Width
14″ ­ 36″ 361/8″ ­ 79″ 791/8″ ­ 96″ 961/8″ ­ 120″

Brackets
2 3 4 5

For Added Clearance

1/4″ and 1/2″ Spacer Blocks

Extension Bracket

Mounting Types and Window Terminology
If the installation brackets are mounted correctly, the rest of the installation process follows easily. To prepare for this important first step, review the mounting types and basic window terminology illustrated below.
Molding

Head Jamb

Jamb

Jamb

Collectively, the sill and jambs are called the “window casement.”

Sill

Inside Mount
Shading fits within window opening.

Outside Mount
Shading mounts outside window opening.

Refer to the appropriate page below based on your order: Inside Mount — Page 5 Outside Mount — Page 6 End Mount — Page 9

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Mount the Installation Brackets — Inside Mount

Prepare the Installation Brackets

If using the optional back cover: Use pliers or heavy duty scissors to remove both the top and bottom tabs on the installation brackets.
Snap the prongs on the back cover brackets into the holes on the back of the installation brackets.

Top Tab
Bottom Tab

NOTE: Save these tabs once removed. They may be used as shims, if necessary.

Mount the Installation Brackets

Measure and mark end bracket locations 2″ in from each jamb.

If more than two installation brackets are required (see table on page 3), mark the location of additional bracket(s) spaced evenly between the two end bracket locations. Mount into wood whenever possible.

Top View Jamb

Jamb

2″

Space Evenly

Space Evenly

2″

Limit stops should be equal distance from the ends of headrail.

Center the brackets on your marks, then mark the screw hole locations.

Use the rear set of holes with shallow mounting depths.

2″

Use the front set of holes when depth permits.

IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned.

Mounting Depth

WARNING: Failure to properly align the brackets could result in the headrail releasing from the brackets.
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Drill the screw holes using a 3/32″ drill bit.
CAUTION: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall. Use a level to check that the mounting surface is level. Shim the brackets, if necessary. (Use
the top tab that was removed from the brackets.) Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the screws. Check to ensure the lever can be moved easily side to side. If not, loosen the screws in one-eighth turn increments until the lever can be moved easily.
IMPORTANT: The front edges of the installation brackets must be level and aligned to each other.
Proceed to “STEP 2 — Install the Shading” on page 10.

Mount the Installation Brackets — Outside Mount

Prepare the Installation Brackets Use pliers or heavy duty scissors to remove both the
top and bottom tabs on the installation brackets.
NOTE: Save these tabs once removed. They may be used as shims, if necessary.

Top Tab
Bottom Tab

Mount the Installation Brackets Center the headrail over the window opening at the desired height. 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.
Mark 2″ in from each of the headrail end marks.
If more than two installation brackets came with your order, space additional bracket(s) evenly between the two end brackets and mark their location. Mount into wood whenever possible.

Headrail End Marks

2″

Space Evenly

Space Evenly

2″

Window Opening

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Center the installation brackets or extension brackets on your marks and mark where to drill the screw holes.
A minimum 11/8″ flat vertical surface is required for the installation brackets. Extension brackets require 11/4″.
The tops of the installation brackets or extension brackets should be at the desired height. The brackets should be level and aligned.
CAUTION: The rear of the brackets must be flush against a flat mounting surface. Do not mount brackets on curved molding.

11/8″

11/4″

Extension Bracket

Drill the screw holes using a 3/32″ drill bit.

CAUTION: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.

Attach the installation or extension brackets using the screws provided.

The solid side of the spacer blocks faces the mounting surface.

Spacer Blocks

IMPORTANT: The tops of the installation brackets or extension brackets must be level with their front edges aligned.

1/2″

1/4″

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If using spacer blocks, attach the spacer block(s) and installation bracket to a flat vertical mounting surface with #6 screws long enough for a secure installation.
IMPORTANT: Do not add more than 11/2″ of clearance using spacer blocks.
IMPORTANT: The tops of the installation brackets must be level with the front edges aligned.

11/2″ Maximum
Spacer Blocks

Longer Screw

If using extension brackets, attach an installation bracket to the underside of each extension bracket using the speed nuts and screws provided.

Speed Nuts

Screws

Proceed to “STEP 2 — Install the Shading” on page 10.

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Mount the Installation Brackets — End Mount

End mount the headrail when conventional mounting techniques will not work — for example, in an arched window opening.

If using the optional back cover: Use pliers or heavy duty scissors to remove both the top and bottom tabs on the installation brackets.
Snap the prongs on the back cover brackets into the holes on the back of the installation brackets.

Top Tab
Bottom Tab

Mount the extension brackets on a surface at least 11/4″ wide.
Add 1/4″ to the minimum depth if using the optional back cover.
Attach the installation brackets to the extension brackets using the provided screws and speed nuts.
WARNING: To end mount shadings into a surface other than a secure wall stud, use medium to heavy-duty wall anchors (not provided) matched to the wall thickness. Failure to mount the brackets securely may result in injury or property damage.

Back Cover Bracket
Extension Bracket
11/4″ Minimum
Depth

Proceed to “STEP 2 — Install the Shading” on page 10.

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STEP 2 — Install the Shading
Peel back the protective covering from the top and endcaps of the headrail. (If ordered with fabric covered headrail)

Position the shading so that the front (colored fabric) faces you.

Slide the headrail into the installation brackets so the edge of the headrail is between the lever and the bracket, as shown.

Firmly push the headrail into each bracket until it clicks and the lever snaps to the right side of the bracket.

IMPORTANT: Carefully pull on the headrail at each bracket to ensure it is installed securely.

Completely remove the protective covering from the headrail.

Lever

Headrail

Installation Bracket

Slide the Headrail between the Lever
and the Bracket.

If You Have an Optional Dust Cover (For Outside Mount Shadings)… The dust cover is used to protect the top of the headrail from exposure to dust on outside mounted shadings. Cut the dust cover to desired width. Remove the paper backing on one side of the hook and loop
fastener dots. Apply the dots to the installation brackets on each end of the shading.
Overhead View — No Dust Cover

Remove Paper Backing

Dots
Remove the remaining paper backing from the dots. Center the dust cover over the top of the shading and press it down onto the dots.
Dust Cover Installed

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Attach the Magnetic Hold-Down Brackets (Optional)
Lower the shading, keeping the vanes closed. Place the magnetic hold-down bracket onto the bottom rail just inside the end cap, oriented as shown. Hold the bracket while opening and closing the vanes. (It may be necessary to have someone assist you.) Adjust the bracket to the best overall position. Mark the screw location using the mounting options shown below.
The screw should be placed in the middle of the channel. This will allow for adjustment.
Outside Mount

Bottom Rail
Hold-Down Bracket

Preferred
Inside Mount

Alternate

Preferred

Alternate

Drill the screw holes using a 3/32″ drill bit. IMPORTANT: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall.
Attach the hold-down brackets to the mounting surface using the screws provided. If necessary, adjust bracket height by loosening the screw and sliding the bracket up or down.

Adjust bracket height by
loosening the screw and sliding the bracket up or
down.

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SHADE & REMOTE SETUP

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CHARGING THE MOTOR BATTERY

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REPLACING THE BATTERY IN THE REMOTE
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem The shading raises or lowers unevenly, the fabric rubs against one end of

Solution

Check that the window is square by measuring the diagonals. Check that the installation brackets are level. Shim to level, if necessary. Adjust the bottom rail weight. See below.

Adjusting the Bottom Rail Weight
Release the weight clips by inserting a flat blade screwdriver into the weight clip and turning clockwise.

Weight Clip

Bottom Rail

Weight Clip

Weight

Move the weight in 1″ increments toward the side where the fabric is gathering.
Fabric Roll Gathered Fabric
Move Weight
Secure the weight clips in position by turning them counterclockwise after making the adjustment. Test and, if necessary, adjust again.

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CARE
Dusting: Regular light dusting with a feather duster is all the cleaning that is needed in most circumstances.
Vacuuming: Use the soft brush head of the vacuum cleaner on low setting for a more thorough dust removal.
Spot Cleaning: · Prepare a solution of lukewarm water and mild detergent if needed. · Dampen a clean cloth or towel in the solution and wring thoroughly. · Dab the spot with the dampened cloth until spot is removed. Do not rub or soak the fabric. · Do not spot-clean anything other than the fabric covered headrail on horizontal shadings. · Allow the shade to dry in completely lowered position.
Spot-cleaning may result in cleaner areas.
Horizontal shadings are made of 100% polyester, which means they are inherently durable and resilient. However, care must be taken to avoid wrinkling the fabric, particularly where the vanes meet the facings.
Fabric Covered Headrail – Spot-clean the headrail using a sponge or delicate cloth, cool distilled water and a mild soap solution; handle with care as you would any fine fabric.
Forced Air – Blow away dirt and debris between the vanes using clean compressed air.
Ultrasonic Cleaning Horizontal shadings can be ultrasonically cleaned by a professional, with the exception of the of the Light Dimming fabrics.
Light Dimming fabrics. – Specify that a mild detergent solution be used. – Never immerse the headrail in the solution. – Dry the shading completely in the lowered position.
Injection/Extraction – Horizontal shadings can be professionally cleaned using the injection/extraction method. – Use only the dry method of injection/extraction Light Dimming fabrics. – Never immerse the headrail in the solution.
Electrostatic Cleaning DO NOT use electrostatic cleaning wipes on any horizontal shadings.
WARNING
For more safety information call 1-888-501-8364 in the U.S. or 1-866-662-0666 in Canada.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Lifetime Limited Warranty covering our Custom Made Blinds
We extend this lifetime limited warranty to the original purchaser. This warranty applies only to manually operated Custom Products properly installed in the window, door or interior area for which they were intended. Installation of the product must be in accordance with accompanying instructions. The product cannot be modified. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to maintain and clean the product in compliance with the instruction provided. The product must be used only in the window for which it was purchased. Damage to the product resulting from misuse, abuse, direct exposure to salty air or discoloration due to sunlight or the passage of time is not covered by this warranty. This warranty does not apply to conditions caused by normal wear and tear upon the product. This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other obligations, liabilities or warranties. In no event shall the Manufacturer be liable for incidental or consequential damages or for any other direct or indirect damage, loss, cost, expense or fee. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we will repair or replace the product, at our option, provided it is returned to our store. Our warranty obligation excludes shipping charges and labor costs for measuring and installation. Repairs will be made with like or similar parts. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Notes: Specialty Blinds and Shades are warranted for one year from the date of purchase. Motorization Systems are warranted for five years from the date of purchase.
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