Draper LightBloc FlexShade Installation Instructions

① Read entire procedure before installing. Keep instructions for future
reference.
② Please note: The screws provided are for use in the following materials:
wood and thin gauge steel and aluminum frames. If you are installing
FlexShade LightBloc into any other type of material, the installer needs
to select and use an appropriate fastener for that type of material. These
instructions are for installing FlexShade LightBloc using the enclosed
hardware into wood and metal frames.
③ For Clutch-Operated units: If shades are to be installed in areas acces-
sible to young children, be certain to use cord tension device and heed
warning below.
④ Tools needed for installation: Screwdriver with fl athead, phillips, and
nut driver attachments (magnetized, if possible), extensions, drill and
drill bit; carpenter's level; needle-nose pliers; Square; opaque caulk; and
shims.
⑤ Use extreme care during installation to avoid scratching fi nish.
⑥ Controls may be shipped separately or in same carton as LightBloc.
⑦ LightBloc must be positively and securely attached to mounting surface.
⑧ Do not wire motorized units in parallel without written consent from Draper.
Please follow installation guidelines carefully. Failure to do so invalidates
warranty.
LightBloc—Parts and Hardware
Top/back cover
(standard)
Configuration for pocket
installation (optional)
Gudgeon assembly
Retainer clip
Idler endcap
fastens to ceiling, Shade
face or jamb fabric
Opacity
plate
Stays
Channel liner
Fabric
retainer
Fabric grommet
3
Side channel - includes / " x 1"
4
adjustable mounting angles
① Open cartons lengthwise. Remove all pieces from carton.
If the shade has a detachable crank handle, remove the universal joint and
shaft/bracket assembly by removing 2 screws from the bottom of the end-
cap (Fig. 1). Save universal joint & screws.
② Remove face cover from head box by pulling down and out on the bottom
edge of cover near end caps. It will snap off (see Fig. 2). If this is a pocket
installation, remove screws at endcaps. The bottom of the cover box snaps
down and off at endcaps then slides out of slot in cover box (see Fig. 2).
③ Re move roll er as sem bly from headbox. (NOTE: If unit is mo tor ized with a
Tube
Crank Roller
Insert
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Installation Instructions
LightBloc FlexShade by Draper
Caution
To controls
Operator endcap
Motor
Channel locator
Fabric guide
Side channel
Roller
Face/bottom
cover
(standard)
Slat bar
Sill channel
Sill channel -
see details
Inside Mount Face Mount
3 3
1 / " H x / " D 2 3 / " H x 3 / " D
8 4 4 4
Roller
Insert Shaft
Figure 1
For Bead Chain Clutch-Operated units, Be certain to install cord tension device
to wall, jamb or sill using appropriate fasteners. Proper installation of cord
tension device keeps loops from being easily accessible. If bead chain is not
secured with cord tension device, young children can STRANGLE in bead chain
loops. In any case, clutch-operated shades should not be installed near
cribs or playpens.
crank over ride, skip this step. Roller as sem bly and head box as sem bly
must be installed as a unit—the roll er as sem bly can not be re moved
without completely disassembling the head box.) Remove the black plastic
retainer clip from idler end of roller and retainer clips from motor studs.
1
/ "
4
1 / "
8
Wall/Ceiling
Save these clips to replace when re-assembling. Lift idler out of the bracket
and slide pin (to the limit of its travel) into the roller to facilitate removal of
the roller assembly. Remove roller assembly from the headbox (see Fig. 3).
NOTE: You may need to locate and drill a hole for the conduit connector (Con-
Bead Chain
duit connector is not supplied) (see Fig. 4).
Control and
Light Seal Kit
Crank Assembly
Crank
Handle
Attachment
Crank Handle
④ Ver i fy di men sions of opening and refer to order for overall dimensions of the
unit. Determine location of head box directly above and centered on the
opening. It is critical that the head box is installed absolutely level (use
shims and caulking if needed). Install head box assembly using appropri ate
fasteners through pre-drilled holes in end caps, then drill through cover for
wall ceiling mounting (see Fig. 5).
NOTE: For motorized units, make sure POWER IS OFF before making any
electrical connections. Use extreme caution when working with electric motors.
Wall/Ceiling (face) or Jamb Mount
If you have any diffi culties installing or servicing your LightBloc FlexShade,
call your dealer or Draper, Inc., (765) 987-7999 or fax (765) 987-7142.
For the Safety of Young Children
Pocket
Fig ure 2
Retainer clip
Retainer Clip
Figure 3
3
/
4"
1
1 / "
2
5
/
8
3
/
4"
5
/
8
1 1 / "
2
Figure 4
Figure 5
Bottom Closure
Pocket
Existing Pocket