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Fabritec designs DUO SHADES Installation Instructions

Installed with l-system duo brackets

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DUO SHADES
installed with
L-SYSTEM DUO BRACKETS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DUO SHADES INSTALLED WITH
L-SYSTEM DUO BRACKETS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(for a ROLLER shade/ROLLER shade combination)
Thank you for purchasing your new shades. They have
been custom-made from the highest quality materials to
the dimensions you specified. With the proper installation
and care, it will provide you with many years of beauty and
trouble-free use.
Please read all instructions before you start so you will be
familiar with the overall process.
Make sure you measure your window to ensure the brackets
and shades will fit properly before beginning.

Getting Started

Remove the duo brackets and shades from the packaging.
Keep the packaging until you have successfully installed the
brackets and the shades.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Pencil
• Power Drill with the following bits:
• Awl
- ¹⁄₁₆" Drill Bit
• Tape Measure
- ¹⁄₄" Hex Driver
• Level
- Standard Screwdriver
• Ladder or Stepstool
- Masonry Drill Bit (if drilling into
concrete or brick)
FASTENER NOTES
For outside mount, it is best to attach the bracket to wood
studs. If this is not possible, you will need to purchase special
fasteners (see illustration below for examples).
Molly Bolt
Hollow Wall Anchor
Here are some HELPFUL TIPS:
• If you are using a special fastener, make sure it is
designed to support the weight of the clutch and shade.
Follow the fastener manufacturer's instructions carefully.
• When drilling into drywall or plaster, use a fastener
designed for hollow wall applications (see illustration).
• When drilling into concrete, stone, brick, or tile, use
appropriate plugs, anchors, or screws (not included).
• When drilling into metal, the included screws are sufficient.
Pre-drill ¹⁄₈" holes.
Anchor

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Summary of Contents for Fabritec designs DUO SHADES

  • Page 1: Getting Started

    DUO SHADES INSTALLED WITH L-SYSTEM DUO BRACKETS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (for a ROLLER shade/ROLLER shade combination) Thank you for purchasing your new shades. They have been custom-made from the highest quality materials to the dimensions you specified. With the proper installation and care, it will provide you with many years of beauty and trouble-free use.
  • Page 2 (This applies to a ROLLER SHADE mounted on the 2. Installing the Back Shade front and a ROLLER SHADE mounted on the back.) a) Sort out your shades. BEFORE YOU BEGIN, VERIFY THAT YOU HAVE ALL THE NECESSARY Begin by installing the back shade first. The transit clip PARTS AND PIECES: should be positioned either straight up and down, or horizontal, in order to line up the idler plunger of the idler...
  • Page 3 Installing the Back Shade 4. Add the End Caps (continued) d) Set the lower limit/stop position. Add the end caps for a finished look. Lower the shade to the desired long point. Then pinch the bead chain at this point and place one of the bead chain stops here.
  • Page 4 Caring for your Duo Brackets and Roller Shades. Your Duo Brackets and Roller shades will provide you with years of beauty and pleasure with minimal care and cleaning. • Vacuum using a brush or dust head attachment. • Dust lightly using a soft, clean cloth. •...