Add-A-Motor 80 Owner's Manual

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ADD-A-MOTOR, INC
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Model 80 Owner's Manual
Universal Window Covering Motor to
traverse Drapery, Sliding Panel
Curtains, Vertical Blinds or rotate
Vertical Blinds.
Timer and X-10 Compatible.
Read All Instructions Before Using.
Save For Future Reference.
US Patent 4958112
Manufactured by Add-a-Motor, Inc.
Proudly made in the USA from domestic
and imported materials.
PRODUCT USES: ADDS MOTORIZATION TO EXISTING DRAPERY AND VERTICAL BLINDS.
OR
Traverse 1-way, either direction.
Max: 8-ft. sliding-carrier track.
Max: 10-ft. wheel-carrier track.
Max: 35 pounds fabric weight.

HOW PRODUCT WORKS.

Motor replaces tension
device attached to cord
loop.
For over 20 years the Model 80 has provided a daily convenience for thousands of customers. Please read and retain this booklet.
Installer must set motor to stop. If not set properly, motor can force drapery against its track-ends but keep running.
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Motor has a rubber wheel and a safety-axle. The axle is very strong and can last a lifetime.
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But axle can break if motor keeps running and it keeps pushing drapery against its track-ends. If it breaks, it is like a fuse, but is not
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covered by warranty. A broken axle must be replaced. Order Drive Axle P/N 29008 at www.repairmymotor.net. See page 4.
VIP: Before installation, open drapery half-way. After installation, observer your drapery and maintain motor settings.
X-10 And Z-Wave users: ONLY use an Appliance Module to control this product. See page 4 for important information.
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GENERAL SAFETY Symbols and notices are for your protection.
Indoor use only. Do not use in presence of medical oxygen, flammable-explosive liquids or gases. Small parts pose swallow-inhalation hazard. Keep children and pets
away. If any part of body, hair and clothing becomes entangled while motor operates, immediately actuate Switch 2c and unplug Adapter. Do not oil, modify or
disassemble. Product may operate unexpectedly if controlled by timer or remote control out of view. Motor has Safety Guard that must be installed before use.
INDEX

Product Uses

How Product Works

General Tips and X-10 Safety 1

Installation Steps
Important Tip
When Adjustment Is Needed
Remote Control
Timer Control
Manual Control
Trouble Shooting
Vacation Checklist
X-10 and Z-Wave
Warranty Customer Service
Repair
10 feet
Traverse center-open.
Max: 10-ft. sliding-carrier track.
Max: 12-ft. wheel-carrier track.
Max: 35 pounds fabric weight.
Some 2-piece cords & chains are actually a cut
continuous loop. To identify this type, pull DOWN
on 1-side. If opposite side travels UP, it is a cut
loop. This type can be rejoined and motorized.
8
7
1
1
2c
1
2b
2a
2 & 3
3
10
3
3 3
4
4
4
9b
4
1 & 4
4
4
4
5
10 feet

COMPONENTS

1. Housing
2a. Actuator (Tipped)
2b. Actuator (Flat)
2c. Stop Switch
3. Drive Wheel & Groove
4. Safety Guard
5. Wall Screws (2)
11
6. Wall Anchors (2)
7. Wall Bracket
8. Lock
9. AC-DC Adapter
9a. AC plug
9
9b. DC plug
10. Cord Tension Bar (2)
11. Chain Connector
6
9a
or
Rotate Traverse vertical blinds.
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Rotate Traverse requires 2 motors.
NOT APPROVED FOR THE FOLLOWING
SHADES THAT TRAVEL UP AND DOWN.
CURVED OR DECORATIVE TRACKS.
CHICKEN COOP DOORS.
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