Cordless Top-Down Bottom-Up Blackout Shade

Product Overview

This document provides comprehensive instructions for the allen + roth Cordless Top-Down Bottom-Up Blackout Shade. It details safety information, preparation steps, assembly procedures, operating methods, care and maintenance guidelines, and warranty details.

The shade is designed to provide light control and privacy, allowing adjustment from the top down or bottom up without cords.

Safety and Preparation

Important: Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the product.

Preparation: Before installation, verify that all parts are present by comparing them with the package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not proceed with assembly, installation, or operation. Contact customer service for replacement parts.

Estimated Assembly Time: 30 minutes

Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Measuring tape, drill with a 3/32 in. bit, and pencil.

Bracket Location and Installation

The shade can be installed either inside or outside the window frame. A mounting bracket should be positioned on each end of the headrail. For wider shades requiring three or more brackets, space them evenly between the two outermost brackets. Always position brackets to avoid interference with internal cords and mechanisms within the headrail.

Assembly Instructions

Step 1: Measure and Mount Brackets

For Outside Mounting:

Lay the closed shade on a flat surface. Measure 7 inches (approx. 17.78 cm) from the left side of the headrail (A) and mark with a pencil. Measure 7 inches (approx. 17.78 cm) from the right side and mark. These marks indicate the locations for your mounting brackets (AA). Adjust marks as needed to ensure brackets do not interfere with the headrail's working mechanisms.

Note for Wider Shades: Shades over 50 inches (approx. 127 cm) will require a center bracket. For these shades, measure the distance between the left and right pencil marks and place a pencil mark at the center. Adjust the position as needed so the mounting bracket (AA) does not interfere with the headrail's working mechanisms.

Clip the mounting brackets (AA) onto the headrail of the shade (A). Hold the shade (A) level at the desired height and center it over the window opening. Mark the exact location of each mounting bracket (AA) with a pencil. Remove the mounting brackets (AA) from the headrail. Pre-drill the screw holes and then attach the mounting brackets (AA) to the wall or window molding using wood screws (CC).

For Inside Mounting:

Clip the mounting brackets (AA) onto the headrail of the shade (A). Hold the shade (A) in place and make a pencil mark at the rear of each mounting bracket (AA). Remove the mounting brackets (AA) from the headrail. Pre-drill the screw holes and then secure the mounting bracket (AA) to the wall or window molding with wood screws (CC).

Step 2: Attach Headrail

Lift the blind (A) headrail into position. The inner front edge of the headrail should slide into the slot at the front of each mounting bracket (AA). Push the headrail upward until the flexible tab at the bottom of each mounting bracket (AA) snaps onto the back of the headrail. Check carefully to ensure the headrail is properly snapped into place.

Step 3: Attach Handles

Attach the handles (BB) to the center of the bottom rail and middle rail of the shade (A). Ensure the handles (BB) are properly snapped into place.

Step 4: Optional - Remove Shade

To remove the shade (A) from the mounting brackets (AA) after installation, lift up the bottom of the shade (A) to gain access to the flexible tab on the bottom of the mounting brackets (AA). Use a screwdriver (not included) to press in the flexible tab until the shade loosens. Repeat for all mounting brackets (AA).

Operating Instructions

Raising or Lowering the Shade

Grip the bottom rail handle (BB) and lift or lower the bottom rail to the desired height.

Adjusting Top Portion for Light and Privacy

The shade (A) can be lowered up to 30% from the top to allow light while maintaining privacy. Grip the middle rail handle (BB) and lift or lower the middle rail to the desired height.

Care and Maintenance

The vinyl headrail and bottom rail can be wiped clean with a damp sponge.

To clean the shade fabric, use a feather duster or lightly vacuum using the soft brush attachment.

One-Year Limited Warranty

For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, the manufacturer will replace this window covering with one of equal value if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting from improper maintenance, negligent or improper use, abuse, neglect, accidents, acts of God, alteration, commercial use, installation, removal, or reinstallation. This warranty is restricted to normal consumer use within the United States and Canada.

To obtain warranty service, contact the customer service department at 866-439-9800 (8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Sunday). You can also contact them at partsplus@lowes.com.

Replacement Parts

For replacement parts, call customer service at 866-439-9800 (8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Sunday). You can also contact them at partsplus@lowes.com.

Hardware Contents

Parts List