Argos 192/2864, 189/7645, 191/6409, 190/8369, 191/4377 User guide

Components

C

Bracket x 2

D

Center Support

E

Cleat x 1

H

Blind Width

60cm

90-120cm

150cm

180cm

F

Bracket Face
Plate x 2

Qty

None

1

2

3

Hold Down

Bracket x 2

PVC Venetian Blind

Simple Assembly Instructions -

192/2864 189/7645 191/6409 190/8369 187/4211191/4377
192/3643 191/7123 190/9825 190/8589 191/9475190/2918
191/8854 191/8524 191/8782 191/5352 189/6141

NOTE: A safety device is fitted to the cords of this blind,
it will open and release the cords if something becomes
caught in the cord loops.
To re-assemble after the cords have been released, or
after shortening the cords, re-insert the cords into the
device as illustrated fig.20.
Please ensure there is a knot on the end of each
individual cord before clipping the device back together.

Please keep for future reference

fig. 20

A

B

Blind x 1

Wand x 1

G

Cord consolidator x 1

2 pull cords condition

Fittings

3 pull cords condition

Screw

1

Blind Width

60cm

90-120cm

150cm 18

180cm 21

Components & Fittings will vary according to the blind selected

Qty

12

15

2

Wall Plugs

Blind Width

60cm

90-120cm

150cm 18

180cm 21

Qty

12

15

IMPORTANT

1. Read these instructions carefully and familiarise
yourself with the procedure before assembling the unit.
Keep these instructions for future use.

2. Check that you have all the component parts following
the list above and familiarise yourself with each part
before proceeding.

3. Take all the fittings out of the plastic bag
and separate them into their groups.

4. Ensure you have enough space to lay out
all the parts before assembly

5. To avoid scratching it is recommended that you
assemble the unit on a soft level surface.

6. Take care when operating the manual release with the
internal blind retracted since it may fall rapidly

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Instruction to install safety device- cord consolidator breakaway device G

A safety device is fitted to the cords of this blind, it will open and release the cords if something becomes caught in the cord loops. To re-assemble after the
cords have been released, or after shortening the cords, re insert the cords into the device as below figure. Please ensure there is a knot on the end of each
individual cord before clipping the device back together.

WARNING!

Young children can be strangled by loops in pull-cords, chains

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and tapes, and cords that operate the product.

To avoid strangulation and entanglement, keep

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cords out of the reach of young children.

Cords may become wrapped around a child’s
neck.

Move beds, cots and furniture away from window

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covering cords.
Do not tie cords together. Make sure cords do not

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twist and create a loop.
Head rails of internal blinds with pull cords shall not be

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installed less than 1.5m from the floor

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2 pull cords condition 3 pull cords condition

Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions

Stage 1 – Fitting the BlindStage 1 – Fitting the Blind

NOTE: The safety stoppers on
the cords need to be moved
to a position just above the
breakaway device before the
blind can be lowered.
Please do this before
installation. See fig. 13.

Before fitting select the desired
method of mounting the blind.

1. Select the mounting method
e

he total width of the blind

nsuring t

can fit to the location.

• I

nside Mounting - fit to the inside

of the window frame. See fig. 1.

• Outside Mounting - fit to the
out

side of the window frame. See

fig. 2.

• Ceiling Mounting - Fit to the
ceiling above the window frame.
See fig. 3.

2. Use Screws 1 to fix the Bracket C
in the desired location.

NOTE: Ensure both brackets are

fitted to the same height
horizontally. See fig. 4.

NOTE: Ensure the location allows

lind to sit horizontally when

the b
fitted or parallel to the window
when fitted on the ceiling. See
fig. 4 and 5.

fig. 1

1

fig. 2

fig. 3

fig. 4

is only

1

1

C

C

1

C

1

C

D

C

NOTE: Center support
included in wide blinds. See
components for reference.

NOTE: For fixing into wood
drill small holes to a depth of
15mm using a 2mm drill bit
and screw the bracket into
place.For fixing into brick drill
the holes using a 5mm drill bit
to a depth of 25mm. Insert the
wall plugs and screw the
bracket into place.

3.

4. Insert Blind A into Center

Slide the headrail of the Blind

5.
into the Bracket , make sure the
blind cord face to you. To adjust
this blind to fit your inside window
measurement. Please use the
bracket with the screw provided
to secure the blind in place.
See fig. 7.

NOTE: Ensure two Brackets are

lock with the headrail of the
Blind.

2

Use Screws to fix Center
Support to the center of the
two brackets . The side with
2 screw holes should fit to the
ceiling.
See fig. 4 and 5.

Bracket . See fig. 6.

1

D

D

D

C

fig. 5

C

Wall Mounting

1

D

Ceiling Mounting

fig. 6

D

A

C

A

fig. 7

C

A

Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions

Stage 2 – Shorten the BlindStage 1 – Fitting the Blind

Caution: Goods can not be

returned a
check all size before you
cut or modify any parts

1. The Height : When the blind is fully
lowered. T
over lapping at the bottom of the
blind. If over lapping occurs you
can r

emove slats to allow a custom

fit.

NOTE: It would be useful to ask
someone to help you at this
stage.

2. Hold the blind at the desired

ocation a

l
In the open position the slats
should be approximately 2cm
apart.

NOTE: In the open position, slats

are approximate 2cm apart. A
good r

ule of thumb is to remove

lats for every six inches you

8 s
wish to shorten the blind.

3. Lay blind on a flat surface and
remove the caps on the bottom

lat. The caps are attached to

nd s

e
the lift cords. See fig. 14.

fter customizing

here should be no slats

nd allow it to fully lower.

6. Slide the Bracket Face Plate
into the Bracket . See fig.8.

7. Place the Wand B into the
Blind . See fig. 9.

At the Bottom of the window
(Optional)

8. Use Screw 1 to fix the Hold Down
Brackets F . See fig. 10.

9. Hole o

rail fit

s into Hold Down Brackets
at the end of the window.
See fig. 11.

NOTE: Before fitting you can
custom fit the blind to the
correct height.

C

A

n end cap of the bottom

H

F

C

fig. 8

fig. 9

B

F

F

fig.10

fig.11

H

A

A

1

fig. 14

fig. 12

fig.13

Slac ken the c ord aro und
the sa fety st opper
allo wing it t o be move d
down t he cord .

Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions

Stage 3 – To Operate BlindsStage 2 – Shorten the Blind

Lowering :

WARNING:

Children can strangle if this device
is not installed and adjusted. Read
carefully the instructions and install
accordingly.

Head rails shall not be installed less
than 1.5m from the floor.

A safety device is fitted to the cords
of this blind, it will open and release
the cords if something becomes
caught in the cord loops.
To re-assemble after the cords have
been released, or after shortening
the cords, re-insert the cords into
the device as illustrated fig.20.
Please ensure there is a knot on the
end of each individual cord before
clipping the device back together.

It is mandatory to use the cleat
provided in this pack during the
installation of this blind.
The cleat should be adjacent to
the blind and not less than 1.5m
from the floor.
Test the device if not used
regularly and replace the device
if it is faulty.

4. Cut lift cord 2cm above cap
and remove. Pull the lift cord
from these slats to allow
them to slide out o
ladder r

ung. See fig. 15.

ount the number of slats you

5. C

wish to rem
from th

ese slats to allow
them to slide out of the
ladder rung. See fig. 16.

emember to allow for the

6. R
bottom end s
reinserted. R

hrough the cap holes

cord t
and then insert back
through the top and the
caps. See fig. 17.

7. Knot lift cord directly beneath

caps and c
Allow o

ne extra rung and
cut off excess ladder, n
tuck rema
the b
holes. Replace c
See f

8. After blind is shortened
you may wish to adjust
the pull cord length, this
is best done where the
cords enter the plastic
safety device (Fig.20).
Gently pull the cords
apart just above the
device to open and
release the cords.
Shorten each cord and
re-knot at the end of each
cord before re-assembling.

ining ladder into

ottom end slat cap

ig. 17 and 18.

f the

ove. Pull lift cord

lat to be
einsert the lift

ut off excess cord.

ow

aps.

fig. 15

fig. 16

fig. 17

fig. 18

level and push to left pulling
down gently until cord lock
releases.
Allow cord to slip through
fingers until blind reaches
desired level.Move pull
cord to the right and the
blind will lock automatically.

Raising:

Pull cord downward until
blind reaches desired
height, release cord, the blind
locks automatically.

Tilt:

Rotate”Tilt Rod”on left side
of blind to attain desired slat
positions.

Important:

Always tilt blind horizontally
before rasing or lowering the
blind this increases the life
of the blind.

WARNING:

Once hung please cut
the pull cords to the
shortest operation a
length and install cleat
on wall to avoid any
risk of strangulation.

Care and Maintenance

2 pull cords condition

E

1

fig. 20

3 pull cords condition

fig. 19

9

. Use the screws provided to

fixthe cord cleat E to the
wall on the right of the blind.
The cleat should be as
close to the head rail as
possible and a minimum
of 1.5m from the floor.
Always secure the cords
around the cleat as shown
in figure 19 so cords are
out of the reach of children.
See fig.19

Storage,handling and transportation

When storage, put the products in dry and ventilated place.
Need at least one adult for handling and transportation.

Cleaning

As with all surfaces clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent, do not use
bleach or abrasive products.

Fitting

From time to time check to ensure the screws remain tight.
Frequently examine the installation for signs of wear or damage to cables.
Do not use if repair is necessary

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Argos Limited

Avebury, Milton Keynes, MK92NW.

www.argos.co.uk