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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

A.  Headrail Preparation

1.  Cut or specify headrail width that is suitable for blind or shade application.
2.  Cut or punch headrail to accomodate CTS 40 cradle. The illustrations below portray two  different examples of headrail punches.

3.  Drill the holes necessary for the motor and plug end and for access to the limit switch screws.

Headrail punched for 
standard "Ladder Braids"

Modified punch for 
CTS 40 cradle bearing

Top view of headrail

Headrail without punch

Headrail punched  for 
CTS 40 cradle bearing

Top view of headrail

1.5"

(38mm)

.787"

(20mm)

punch

punch

idler bracket
holes

limit switch 
access holes (for non-RTS style motors)

See dimensions below

motor bracket
holes

motor bracket

headrail

1 1/8"

(28.5)

7/8"

(22.2)

1/2"

(12.7)

1 25/32"

(45.2)

1/2"

(12.7)

3/16"

(5 mm)

1/4"

(6 mm)

*SOMFY can provide Tool and Die (#1781099) to enable accurate punching for CTS components. Contact our sales group for pricing 
and availability.

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