Lafayette Classic Collection Echelon, Classic Collection Traditions, Classic Collection 2” Metro, Classic Collection Integra Installation Instructions Manual
Aluminum Blinds
Installation Instructions
Echelon, Traditions & Integra Aluminum Blinds
2” Metro Aluminum Blinds
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Echelon™ , Traditions™ & Integra™
Aluminum Blinds
Thank you for choosing Lafayette aluminum blinds. With proper installation and care, your new aluminum
blinds will provide many years of beauty and performance.
Tools and Fasteners Needed
Power Drill, 1/4” Driver and drill bits
Mounting Surface
Wood
Tape Measure
Flat blade Screwdriver
Phillips Screwdriver
Drywall, Plaster
Pencil
Level
Metal
Before Installing
Remove shade from the package. Keep all packaging until the shade operates to your satisfaction.
• Contents of your hardware package may vary depending on options
chosen.
• Blinds over 60 sq. feet will be sent with one extra support bracket (Traditions) or one extra installation bracket (Integra) to be spaced evenly
along the headrail at a maximum distance between brackets of 60”.
• Additional fasteners may be needed based on your specic mounting
surface.
Traditions Headrail: Mounting Inside or Outside
• For inside installations, mount the brackets in the corner of the jambs.
• For outside installations, hold the blind level at the desired height and
mark the window frame on the end and bottom of the headrail. The
brackets should be located 1/4” beyond the end of the headrail marks.
• The brackets must be level in order for the blind to operate properly.
Traditions Headrail: Bracket Attachment
Two hinged-cover installation brackets (marked “L” for the left side and “R”
for the right side) are provided for each blind. The safety lock cover will
secure the blind rmly into place.
• Open the bracket cover by inserting a screw driver into the rectangular
slot and twisting.
• Each bracket is designed to be mounted with two diagonally located
screws.
Traditions Headrail: Spacer Blocks (Optional)
Spacer blocks can also be used to add clearance. Two versions are
available: 1/2” and 7/8”.
• Attach the spacer blocks to the installation
brackets using the two screws provided
with each spacer block.
• Attach the installation brackets to the
mounting surface with screws through the
two holes in the rear of the spacer blocks.
#6 Hex Head
Provided
Wall Anchors
Not Provided
Sheet Metal
Not Provided
Blind Width
Up to 60 1/16”
60 1/4” - 120 1/16”
Over 120 1/4”
Traditions Installation Brackets
Traditions Support Bracket
Inside Mount
Fastener
Supports Required
0
1
2
7/8”
1/2”
Spacer Blocks
Inside Mount
Outside Mount
Supporting Wide Blinds
If the blind is over 60” wide (and/or 60 square feet in area) an intermediate
support is required. It should be close to the center, but must not interfere
with the headrail components. For blinds over 120” wide, two support brackets must be installed. Use a level to align the support brackets with the end
brackets.
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Traditions Headrail: Installing the Headrail
Check the headrail to be sure nothing is tangled. Be sure to keep the top slat from
sliding into the brackets. On inside mounts if a valance is being used, see instructions below before installing the headrail.
• If support brackets are used, slip the headrail into the lip of the bracket and
push into place.
• If supports are not used, slip the headrail into the brackets and snap safety
locking cover shut.
• If the blind is loose in the brackets, open the end brackets and expand the
end lock tab(s) on the headrail by using a screw driver.
• If the blind is too tight, compress the tab by pushing it in on one or both sides.
Traditions Headrail: Installing the Valance
The Regal valance is available by request for Traditions 820, Traditions Light-Ban
and Traditions Micro blind. A Two slat clip-on valance is available by request for Traditions 822, Traditions 620 and Traditions 622 blind.
• Install the valance with the clips provided. For inside mount blinds, attach the
valance clips to the headrail before installing the blind.
• If a return is needed, the valance can be bent to form a return.
• Tilt the Regal valance will rest on the bottom groove and snap onto the top two
grooves.
• Slide the slats for the Two slat valance into the grooves on the valance clips.
Echelon & Integra Headrails: Mounting Inside or Outside
Position the two end brackets on the mounting surface so that they
will be located between 2” and 6” from the ends of the headrail. If
more brackets are required, space additional brackets evenly between the end brackets. Do not position any bracket directly above a
ladder, cordlock or wand tilter. Allow 1” space on the side whenever
possible.
Echelon & Integra Headrails: Securing the Brackets
Inside Mount Bracket Attachment
A minimum casement depth of 7/8” is required for inside mount. A depth
of 1 3/4” is required to fully recess the blind.
• Attach the installation brackets with two screws through the two
holes in the top of the brackets.
• Be sure the front edges of the brackets are aligned before tightening
the screws.
Outside Mount Bracket Attachment
A at surface of at least 5 /8” high is required for bracket attachment.
• Attach the installation brackets with two screws through the two
holes in the rear of the brackets.
• Use a level to check that the tops of the brackets are aligned at the
same height before tightening the screws.
Echelon & Integra Headrails: Installing the Headrail
Be sure the bracket tab is fully extended to the head of the screw.
• Place the headrail in the brackets so that the front lip rests on the bracket
hook and the rear bottom corner rests on the tab.
• The blind should hang on the brackets without being held in place.
• Tilt the headrail up and push it back until it is ush against the top of the
installation brackets. Tighten the locking screw on all brackets to hold the
blind securely in place.
• To remove the headrail, reverse installation procedure. Loosen the locking
screw, tilt the headrail, and lift off the bracket hook.
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