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OPERATION

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Troubleshooting

If your blind is not operating correctly:

 

First review the guide that came with your control device.

 

Refer to the following troubleshooting procedures for specific solutions for your blind.

If questions remain, please contact Hunter Douglas Consumer Support at 

1-888-501-8364

.

Problem

The blind will not fit into the installation brackets.

Solution

Check that the installation brackets are level and aligned. Adjust and/or shim 
to level, if necessary.
Be sure the heads of the mounting screws are flush against the installation 
brackets.
Check that the headrail is completely inserted into the installation brackets. 
See “Mount the Headrail” on page 11.

Problem

The blind does not tilt. 

Solution

Check that the tilt cords are not tangled or knotted.
Check that the cords have not become disengaged from the tape rolls.
Check that the tilt rod in the headrail is fully inserted into the tilt gear.

Problem

The blind does not raise or lower evenly.

Solution

Check inside the headrail. Make sure no obstructions keep the mechanism 
from turning.
Check that the lift cords are not pinched or tangled.

Problem

Lift cords are bunching by the safety cord connector.

Solution

Make sure the slats are in the open position. Raise and lower the blind to 
straighten the lift cords.

Problem

Lift cords are stuck or jammed.

Solution

Check the cords and the movable pin in the cordlock mechanism inside the 
headrail of the blind. Make sure the cords can move freely. If the cords are 
jammed, use a screwdriver or needle-nose pliers to move the pin and free 
the cords.

Summary of Contents for Natural Elements

Page 1: ...Installation Operation Care Aluminum Blinds MagnaView Tilt Feature QTY 1 8802480016F 4 20...

Page 2: ...ackets Outside Mount 6 Install the Blind 9 Complete the Installation 14 OPERATION Operate the Blind 16 Troubleshooting 17 CARE Removing the Blind If Necessary 19 Cleaning Procedures 19 CHILD SAFETY Co...

Page 3: ...ets Optional Valance Splice If Required Universal Valance Clips Corner Clips for Valance Returns If Required End Bracket Spacer Block Optional Intermediate Bracket Spacer Block Optional End Bracket Sp...

Page 4: ...cer Block Optional End Bracket Spacer Block Optional Hold Down Brackets and Pin Optional Intermediate Bracket Spacer Block Optional 2 or 4 Extension Brackets Optional Valance Splice If Required Corner...

Page 5: ...designed to work with your specific mounting surface s 6 Hex Head Screws Provided Two 11 2 screws are provided per installation bracket Longer 6 Hex Head Screws Not Provided If using spacer blocks us...

Page 6: ...ant first step review the mounting types and basic window terminology illustrated below Refer to the appropriate page below based on your order Inside or Ceiling Mount Page 5 Outside Mount Page 6 Outs...

Page 7: ...th inside or ceiling mounts attach the two end brackets flush against the sides of the window casement or to the ceiling Choose the most appropriate of the following mounting methods Side Top Mount In...

Page 8: ...ll the Blind on page 9 Mount the Installation Brackets Outside Mount To attach the end brackets a flat vertical surface of at least 13 4 is required Mark the End Bracket Locations Mark where the ends...

Page 9: ...end brackets must align CAUTION The rear of the end brackets or spacer blocks must be flush against a flat mounting surface Do not mount end brackets on a curved molding Attach the Intermediate Bracke...

Page 10: ...rews and nuts provided as shown below Spacer Blocks Optional Spacer blocks are used when additional clearance up to 3 8 is needed Attach a spacer block to each of the two end brackets If one or more i...

Page 11: ...projection positions When the clips are fully compressed the narrowest projection is 5 8 The widest projection is 7 8 Insert a small flat blade screwdriver into the slot on one side of the magnet mak...

Page 12: ...e valance groove Twist the clip until it is straight with the clear tabs at the top of the valance There are at least two clips per valance For valances narrower than 36 position clips 51 2 in from th...

Page 13: ...as shown in the illustration below right Attach the Corner Clips If Required If the valance came with returns connect the returns to the valance using the corner clips provided The notches on the back...

Page 14: ...the valance where the two halves meet Mount the Headrail Tilt the headrail so that its back lip slides under the front lip of the end brackets and intermediate bracket s Push the headrail against the...

Page 15: ...ts Close the End Brackets Push the cover down until it snaps over the locking tab on the bottom of the end bracket Open the End Brackets If Necessary To open the end brackets insert a flat blade screw...

Page 16: ...sition the clips to the top front lip of the headrail until it is level and in position Press the valance gently forward just enough so the clips adhere to the headrail The magnetic valance clips allo...

Page 17: ...m rail ends For an aluminum bottom rail push out the perforated pin plug from each bottom rail end cap using a ballpoint pen or similar pointed object NOTE Bottom rail design varies by product To moun...

Page 18: ...the wand to tilt the slats to the desired angle Cord tilt The two cords with individual tassels are for tilting the slats Each cord tilts the slats in an alternate direction Raising and Lowering the...

Page 19: ...m The blind does not tilt Solution Check that the tilt cords are not tangled or knotted Check that the cords have not become disengaged from the tape rolls Check that the tilt rod in the headrail is f...

Page 20: ...cordlock side of the unit particularly in an inside mount installation Solution Slide the headrail in the end brackets in the opposite direction of the skew and adjust the tabs in the end brackets to...

Page 21: ...ds may also be vacuumed Use the brush attachment and tilt the slats up and down as described for dusting Another way to clean blinds is simply by wiping them with a soft damp cloth Wash the slats only...

Page 22: ...er cords from being pulled through the blind which can pose the risk of entanglement It is also designed to break apart under pressure Reassembly of Cord Connector Reinsert any loose cords into the to...

Page 23: ...a child may stand on furniture attempting to reach the cords Be sure the cleats are firmly secured Once the cleats are attached wrap excess cord around them after each use of the blind NOTE The warni...

Page 24: ...re covered for 5 years from the date of purchase 1 Contact your original dealer place of purchase for warranty assistance 2 Visit hunterdouglas com for additional warranty information frequently asked...

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