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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS ISSUE DATE: FEBRUARY 2018 ORIGINATOR: SKILTEC REPLACES ISSUE DATE: NOVEMBER 2015 APPROVED BY: S. GONZALEZ PAGE 1 OF 38...
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS LUMINETTE Privacy Sheers - Diagram ® Standard Parts ISSUE DATE: FEBRUARY 2018 ISSUE DATE: NOVEMBER 2015 ORIGINATOR: SKILTEC ORIGINATOR: SKILTEC REPLACES ISSUE DATE: NOVEMBER 2015 REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2011 APPROVED BY: S.
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SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS CLEARLY APPEALING LUXAFLEX ® LUMINETTE ® Luminette Privacy Sheers are a patented window covering Privacy Sheers offer an providing a unique take on light and privacy control. The sheer inspired, elegant alternative to...
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Luminette Privacy Sheers traverse along the sleek, low profile headrail. With 6 on-trend hardware colours to coordinate with the wide variety of Luminette fabric colours. This provides the perfect finish that enhances the overall look of your Luminette Privacy Sheers.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS The beautiful nature of the vanes diffuse light to provide a warm glow when closed, ideal for living rooms Translucent whilst still preserving outside views through the sheers as shown when the vanes are open.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS You decide between the safety-minded wand/cord combination, Travelling Wand or motorised Platinum Technology with its sleek, single-touch remote. AVAILABLE IN 2016 COMBINATION WAND / CORD...
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Luminette ® Privacy Sheers - Product Details Traveling Wand Operation Combination Wand Softrak™ System Cord Operation • An exclusive system that is reliable and easy to operate. • Scissors expand when the sheer is drawn closed and compress when the sheer is drawn open.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Options & Limitations LUMINETTE Privacy Sheers Classic 89mm Vane Size ® COMBINATION WAND/ CORD TRAVELLING WAND SIDE STACK SPLIT STACK SIDE STACK ONLY MINIMUM WIDTH 300mm 300mm MAXIMUM WIDTH 4875mm 3660mm MINIMUM DROP...
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS LUMINETTE Privacy Sheers Measuring ® - Classic 89mm Vane Size - ISSUE DATE: NOVEMBER 2015 ORIGINATOR: SKILTEC ISSUE DATE: FEBRUARY 2018 ORIGINATOR: SKILTEC REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2011 APPROVED BY: S.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS STACKBACK CHARTS (FACE MOUNTS ONLY) - 89MM ISSUE DATE: FEBRUARY 2018 ISSUE DATE: NOVEMBER 2015 ORIGINATOR: SKILTEC ORIGINATOR: SKILTEC REPLACES ISSUE DATE: NOVEMBER 2015 REPLACES ISSUE DATE: JANUARY 2011 APPROVED BY: S.
(Provided) Each Extension Bracket) Unpack the Components Make sure you have clean hands or wear disposable gloves when handling Luminette fabric. To avoid ■ wrinkling the fabric, do not fold it or drape it over furniture. One or more fabric panels may be packaged in a carton.
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS 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.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Mount the Installation Brackets — Reveal/Ceiling Fit If you are mounting on corner or bay windows, refer to “Bracket Locations — Corner and Bay Windows” on page 11 for specific bracket locations. Return to this page after identifying the bracket locations.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Mark where to drill holes for the screws. ■ IMPORTANT: The front edges of the brackets must align to each other. Align the outside edge of the end brackets ➤ 130mm on your marks, then mark each of the screw holes.
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Mount the Brackets Drill the screw holes using a 3mm drill bit. ■ CAUTION: Use drywall anchors when mounting into drywall. Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided. ■ IMPORTANT: For proper operation, the headrail must be mounted level.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Mount the Installation Brackets — Face Fit If you are mounting on corner or bay windows, refer to “Bracket Locations — Corner and Bay Windows” on page 11 for specific bracket locations. Return to this page after identifying the bracket locations.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Measure and Mark Bracket Locations Position the SofTrak headrail over the window or door opening at the ordered height, found on the ■ ™ headrail label. Use a pencil to lightly mark each end of the headrail.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Mark where to drill holes for the installation screws. ■ A minimum of 30mm flat vertical surface is required for spacer block installation and ➤ 33mm flat vertical surface is required for installation with extension brackets.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS For extension bracket installation, you may cut off any unneeded length (before mounting) at ➤ indentations stamped into the brackets between each set of holes. Each two-hole section is 13mm in length.
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Extension Brackets Slide the base covers onto each extension bracket. ■ If necessary, use scissors to trim the flat bracket cover to length. Slide a cover onto ■ each bracket. Attach inside/ceiling mount installation brackets using the screws and speed nuts provided.
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Install the SofTrak Headrail ™ Push up on the locking screws. This raises the locking tab and ■ Locking makes the headrail easier to install. The grooves on the back of the headrail are designed to snap ■...
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Side-by-Side (Abutted) Installations (Simulated Split Stack) A simulated split stack (the fabric opens in the center) Non-Control Non-Control End Cap End Cap is two side stack systems installed with the non-control 38mm ends side-by-side.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Connect PowerView Components ™ Connect the Motor Assembly Remove the orange cover from the drive assembly, as ■ shown to the right. Align the pins with the holes in the drive assembly, as ■...
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Connect the DC Power Supply NOTE: When power is connected to the motor, a green LED inside the manual control button housing will flash to indicate the sheer is ready. Power Cable...
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Attach the Fabric Panel(s) Tube Preparations If necessary, use the manual control button to traverse the fabric carriers to the fully stacked ■ position. Stand the tube on end on a clean surface with the valance at the top. Position the tube at the ■...
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Attach Swivel Plates The end treatments on both ends of the sheer attached with ■ swivel plates. Swivel plates are right- and left-specific, marked by an R ➤ or an L. The swivel plates are packaged with the product’s hardware.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Attach the End Treatment(s) to the Swivel Plate(s) Hold the end treatment near the swivel plate at a height where ■ the end vanes hang straight and the top of the end treatment is Swivel approximately 3mm above the top of the swivel plate.
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Using the PowerView Remote ™ First, activate the remote by pulling both plastic tabs from the back battery compartment. Group 4 OPEN Group 3 Group 5 Group 2 Group 1 Group 6...
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS 4. Press ▲ OPEN to traverse the selected sheer(s) open, uncovering the opening. 5. Press ■ STOP to stop the sheer’s movement anywhere along its travel. 6. Press the right arrow to rotate the vanes counter-clockwise. (If the sheer is not already drawn closed, pressing this button will close the sheer first and then rotate the vanes.)
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Troubleshooting If the sheer is not operating correctly: First review the guide that came with your control device. ■ Refer to the following troubleshooting for specific solutions for your sheer. ■ Problem The headrail will not fit into the installation brackets.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Problem The vanes do not rotate or they rotate incorrectly. Solution Check that the fabric is fully traversed. Check that there are no obstructions to the movement of the vanes. Replace protruding window cranks with T-cranks.
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Should you need to remove the fabric, motor, and/or headrail, refer to the following instructions. Remove the Fabric from the Headrail IMPORTANT: Make sure you have clean hands or wear disposable gloves when handling Luminette ® fabric. Select an area in the home where the fabric can be laid flat. To avoid wrinkling the fabric, do not fold the fabric or drape it over furniture.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Method 1: This method works best ■ when the fabric has been removed from the headrail. Insert the screwdriver into the slot on the drive assembly. Twist about one- fourth turn to release the spring-latch,...
CAUTION: Do not use a brush attachment or rigorous vacuuming since either could distort the fabric. Electrostatic Cleaning CAUTION: Do not use electrostatic cleaning devices on any Luminette product. Spot-Cleaning To reduce the potential for permanent staining, spots should be treated and cleaned as soon as possible with a clothing stain pre-treatment solution.
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Specify water that does not exceed 30°C throughout the process. ■ CAUTION: If water temperatures exceed 30°C, oxidation will damage the room-darkening vanes of Luminette room-darkening fabrics. This is not recommended for Luminette room darkening fabrics. Make sure stains are pre-treated to maximize the benefits of cleaning. ■...
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PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL SECTION: 12 LUMINETTE PRIVACY SHEERS Wrinkle and Crease Removal The steaming methods described below can be used to help minimize hard wrinkles or creases. Hand Method Rotate vanes to the fully opened position. ■ Apply warm distilled or bottled water to a clean, white cloth.
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