INSTALLATION
13
Fascia Shades
■
Assemble the two end brackets and
the fascia panel.
➤
Place the top of the fascia panel into the
top indention of the brackets. Rotate the
panel down and snap it into place.
IMPORTANT:
Check that the outer surfaces of
the brackets are flush with the ends of the panel.
■
Center the bracket and panel assembly
over the window at the desired height.
➤
Use a level against the bottom
edge to make sure the assembly is
level. Inside mounts may require a
shim between the brackets and the
mounting surface.
➤
For Outside Mount.
Use a pencil
to mark the bottom and outside
edges of the brackets on the
mounting surface.
➤
For Inside Mount.
Use a pencil
to mark the outside edges of the
brackets on the mounting surface.
■
Remove the assembly from the window.
■
Remove the brackets from the fascia panel.
■
Outside Mount.
Use your marks to position each bracket and mark each of the
screw holes.
➤
A minimum 4
1
⁄
8
" flat vertical surface is required to mount the brackets.
➤
The top of the installation brackets should be at the desired height. Use your marks to
position each bracket and mark the screw holes.
IMPORTANT:
The brackets should be level and aligned.
Fascia
Panel
Pencil Marks
(Outside Mount)
Pencil Marks
(Inside Mount)
Outer Surface
of the Bracket
Flush with the
Ends of the Panel
■
Inside/End Mount.
Use your marks to position each bracket and mark each of the
screw holes.
➤
The minimum mounting depth required and fully recessed depth is 4
1
⁄
8
".
■
Drill the screw holes using a
1
⁄
8
" drill bit.
■
Attach the installation brackets using the screws provided.
➤
End Mount Shims (Optional).
To ensure light gap is even on both sides, you may
need to shim the bracket. Do not tighten the screws fully. Orient the shim as shown.
Slide the in between the bracket and window casement. Tighten the screws fully.
WARNING:
Product is heavy. Mount into wood/metal studs or into concrete
with concrete anchors. Drywall anchors are not recommended.
Proceed to “STEP 2 — Install the Shade” on page 17.
Shim
(Optional)
