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Griesser | Operating Instructions | Grinotex
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Electrical Installations
Electrical connections may only be carried out by certified electricians
• Additional national regulations regarding the maintenance and repair of electrical systems shall be observed. These
may result in an increase in the maintenance intervals.
Operation
Motorized operation
Blinds are operated using central or local wall-mounted or hand-held controls with an Up / Down / Stop button. The operating
functions of the controls are described in the operating instructions for the controls.
Manual operation
Blinds are operated using an articulated crank.
Use
• The external venetian blinds meet the requirements of the wind classes indicated in the declaration of conformity and may
remain extended only up to the specified wind class.
• External venetian blinds provide solar shading and may not be used as security equipment.
• When operating the awning manually, stand directly in front of the crank assembly to operate the blind.
• When operating an external blind, ensure that no obstacles (flower pots, toys, chairs, etc.) are located in the blind’s path.
• Never lower the blind with the window open (European standards and guidelines).
• When operating the blind manually, do not use force if the blind jams. Change the direction of rotation in order to check if
the blind has reached the end of the track.
Maintenance / Inspection
Any repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician.
Interval
Location
Task
Monthly
Avoid damage to positioning mechanism
due to harmful environmental influences
• Move product through complete range, from top to
bottom, at least once
Several times a year
Guides and slats
• Check guides
• Clean (depending on contamination level caused by
surrounding area and environmental impact)
• Remove any foreign objects (e.g., leaf debris)
Cable tension
• Check cable tension
• Retension or replace cable tensioner if necessary
Additives that can be used for maintenance
Alkaline, acidic or abrasive lubricants must not be used.
Resources
Location
Task
Rinse with clear water Entire Product except motor
Cleaning the slats and guides
Grease-free lubri-
cants
Guide
Lubricating the slider and the guide rails
Silicone grease
Dry lubricants
PTFE-based aerosol
