How to Install LEVOLOR 3" Light Filtering Sheer Shades

1. 1

   Check that you have the right number of installation brackets for your shade width.

2. 2

   Gather fasteners for your mounting surface. Use drywall anchors (not included) when mounting into drywall, and longer #6 hex head screws (not included) if you are using spacer blocks.

3. 3

   Check that the limit stops on the headrail are an equal distance from the ends. They sit 6" from the ends, or centered on shades under 36" wide, and keep the bottom rail from wrapping around the fabric roll.

• 18" to 36" wide: 2 brackets
• 36 1/8" to 79" wide: 3 brackets
• 79 1/8" to 84" wide: 4 brackets
• Two-on-one headrail shades come with two additional brackets.
• Spacer blocks or extension brackets are included only if ordered for added clearance. Extension brackets are also used for side mounts.

1. 1

   Mark the bracket locations 2" to 3" in from each jamb. Space any additional brackets evenly between the end brackets, mounting into wood whenever possible.

2. 2

   On two-on-one headrail shades, place the two additional brackets 3" from each side of the panel split.

3. 3

   Center the brackets on your marks and mark the screw holes within the bracket slots, sliding the bracket forward or back to suit the casement depth.

4. 4

   Drill the screw holes with a 3/32" bit. Use drywall anchors in drywall.

5. 5

   Check that the mounting surface is level and shim the brackets if needed.

6. 6

   Attach the brackets with the screws provided, keeping their front edges level and aligned.

7. 7

   Don't overtighten the screws. If the bracket lever doesn't slide easily side to side, loosen the screws in 1/8-turn increments until it does.

8. 8

   If using spacer blocks, stack them on top of the brackets and drive longer #6 hex head screws up through the bracket and blocks into the mounting surface.

• Minimum casement depth for the brackets: 1"
• Minimum casement depth for a fully recessed mount: 3 1/4"
• Don't add more than 1 1/2" of clearance with spacer blocks.

The back of each bracket must sit flush against a flat surface. Do not mount brackets on curved molding.

1. 1

   Center the headrail over the window opening at the height you want and lightly mark each end, or measure the headrail width and mark the end points.

2. 2

   Mark the bracket locations 2" to 3" in from each headrail end mark. Space any additional brackets evenly, mounting into wood whenever possible. On two-on-one headrails, place the two additional brackets 3" from each side of the panel split.

3. 3

   Center the installation or extension brackets on your marks and mark the screw holes, with the bracket tops at the height you want, level and aligned.

4. 4

   Drill the screw holes with a 3/32" bit. Use drywall anchors in drywall.

5. 5

   Attach the brackets with the screws provided, keeping their tops level and their front edges aligned.

6. 6

   If using spacer blocks, stack them behind the brackets and drive longer #6 hex head screws through the bracket and blocks into the mounting surface.

7. 7

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

• Installation brackets need a flat vertical surface at least 1 1/8" high; extension brackets need 1 1/4".
• Don't add more than 1 1/2" of clearance with spacer blocks.

Use a side mount when conventional mounting won't work, for example in an arched window opening.

1. 1

   Mount the extension brackets on a surface at least 1 1/4" wide. If you are not screwing into a wall stud, use medium- to heavy-duty wall anchors (not included) matched to the wall thickness.

2. 2

   Attach the installation brackets to the extension brackets with the screws and speed nuts provided.

• Spacer blocks can't be used with side mounts.

1. 1

   Hold the shade with its front facing you.

2. 2

   Slide the headrail into the brackets so the edge of the headrail fits between the lever and the bracket.

3. 3

   Push the headrail firmly into each bracket until it clicks and the lever snaps to the right.

4. 4

   Pull carefully on the headrail at each bracket to make sure it is secure.

The shade won't operate properly until the cord tension device is secured to the wall or window frame.

1. 1

   Insert a small screwdriver, punch or awl through the screw hole at the bottom of the cord tensioner.

2. 2

   Move the screw hole down to the indicator line to release the safety mechanism.

3. 3

   Slide the cord tensioner down to the bottom of the cord loop.

4. 4

   Attach the cord tensioner following the instructions in the included Universal Cord Tensioner Installation Kit.

1. 1

   Lower the shade with the vanes closed.

2. 2

   Place a magnetic hold-down bracket on the bottom rail just inside each end cap.

3. 3

   Hold the bracket while opening and closing the vanes (a helper may be needed) and find the best overall position.

4. 4

   Mark the screw location in the middle of the bracket channel so you can adjust it later.

5. 5

   Drill the screw hole with a 3/32" bit, using a drywall anchor in drywall, and attach the bracket with the screws provided.

6. 6

   If needed, loosen the screw and slide the bracket up or down to adjust its height.

1. 1

   To lower the shade and open the vanes, pull the rear cord of the loop. Once the shade is fully lowered, keep pulling the rear cord to tilt the bottom rail and open the vanes.

2. 2

   To close the vanes and raise the shade, pull the front cord of the loop.

3. 3

   If the tension device moves up the cord, it isn't secured to the wall or window frame. Secure it before using the shade.

1. 1

   Headrail won't snap into the brackets: check that the brackets are aligned and level and that each bracket's locking lever slides over the headrail.

2. 2

   Tension device has climbed to the headrail: pull down on its spring to relieve tension, pull the device to the bottom of the cord loop and mount it properly.

3. 3

   Tension device grabs the cord: check that it is mounted properly and reinstall it if needed.

4. 4

   Shade raises or lowers unevenly, fabric rubs one end of the headrail, or the bottom rail is uneven when raised: check that the window is square by measuring the diagonals, shim the brackets level, then adjust the bottom rail weight.

5. 5

   To adjust the bottom rail weight, turn each weight clip clockwise with a flat-blade screwdriver to release it, move the weight 1" at a time toward the side where the fabric gathers, turn the clips counterclockwise to lock, then test and repeat if needed.

6. 6

   Two-on-one headrails with an uneven center gap: make sure the whole headrail is straight and level. A center higher than the ends closes the gap; a lower center widens it. Adjust bracket heights within the screw slots or with shims.

7. 7

   Shade is hard to raise or lower, or the bottom rail doesn't stop at the top: check every limit stop. The stop should catch the bottom rail with its bottom slightly above or barely touching the fabric roll. If it's too tight, pull back on the rear of the stop to move it one step up; if it's too loose, move it one step down. If the bottom rail has rotated through the headrail, back it out first. Set all limit stops to the same position.

8. 8

   Shade is hard to move or won't move: on inside mounts, make sure there is clearance between the shade ends and the casement. Also check that the tension device is mounted correctly, the brackets are level and the fabric isn't catching on brackets or window parts.

9. 9

   Side-by-side shades with misaligned vanes: check that the windows are square and the same height. Alignment within 1/4" is only possible when shades are ordered together with the same height, color, operating system and fabric, and specified on the order.

1. 1

   Raise the shade fully.

2. 2

   Move the lever on each bracket to the left to release the shade; a flat-head screwdriver can help.

3. 3

   If the lever can't be reached or won't move, lower the shade until you can see the underside of the bracket, reach a small flat-head screwdriver behind the shade to the tab on the bottom of the bracket between the screw holes, push the tab away from the shade and pull the headrail free.

4. 4

   Carefully pull the shade out of the brackets, taking care not to tear or damage the fabric.