How to Install Motorized Shades

Feb 18, 2022

What’s the first thing you do after buying motorized shades? You install them. Unless you’re a professional technician or an electrician, chances are that you do not know how to do that. So, in this article, we are going to tell you exactly how to install motorized shades with an easy step-by-step method. Just for your Information, you don’t need special tools or skills to do this. You just need a few simple household equipment and a little bit of your time. In this article, we are going to show you how to install the motor, plug the brackets, wire the motorized shades, and then, finally, hang them up. So, without further ado, lets head to it.

STEP 1: INSTALL THE MOTOR

Before purchasing your motorized shades, it is very important to give close consideration to the compatibility of the motor and the shades. Since Motorized Shades come in different shapes and styles, the manufacturing companies produce different varieties of motors to accommodate them. These motors come in a wide range of sizes and weights, and each is compatible with a specific type of shade. It is important to purchase the correct motor for your motorized shades, so you don’t face any compatibility issues in the future. If you’re unsure, you can contact the manufacturing company to guide you in your purchase or contact us for a more detailed answer.

The motorized shades come with an instruction manual that provides exact details on how to connect your motorized shades with the motor and power source. The instructional manual gives a graphical representation of all the joinery. For this part, you’ll probably need a cordless drill, a measuring tape, and a level. After you have joined the basic framework, it is time to hand this on the window. You’ll need to attach the mounting sections on each side of the window frame to support the shade. You’ll need these sections to hang the motorized shades. This part basically resembles that of a traditional window shade.

Connect the motor rode to the electronic end cap by sliding the head real cover open. Now, place the motor into the spring box and secure the end cap in place. After that, slide the head real cover again to close it.

STEP 2: INSTALL THE BRACKETS

If you want to install motorized shades for heavy windows, you’ll need a heavier motor. Similarly, you’ll need extra brackets to support this heavy weight and gear. You’ll barely need a minimum of 15 minutes to do this. Just follow the instructions below:

  1. Measure 4 inches from both sides of the end of the window.
  2. Before drilling, it is best to mark the bracket location on the wall or the surface with a pencil or a pen.
  3. It’s important to align the opposite bracket positions with each other.
  4. Now, take out your drill machine and drill a hole in the wall where you marked the spots.
  5. Place your brackets and nail them in with the help of a drill machine.

STEP 3: WIRE THE SHADES

Before installing your shades, you need to decide the power source. After that, you need to check how to wire motorized shades. If you’re going for simple batteries, then you won’t need additional wiring for your shades. However, with solar power or DC adapters, you need to properly wire your shades.

With a DC adapter, you need a wire to connect your motor with an outlet. Ideally, you’d want a wall plug near your windows, so you don’t have to worry about the hassle of wiring. However, this might not always be the case. If this happens, you will need to hardwire your shades to the main power supply. Unfortunately, you can’t do this part without the help of a professional technician. You can either hire one like Alluring Window or ask the manufacturing company to provide one for you. He will wire all of the motorized shades in your house and connect it to the main power supply.

If you want to get solar power motorized shades, you will need to attach a solar panel framework on the outside of your windows. You will need to connect that to the batteries which store solar power in the form of electrical power. These batteries will connect to your motor, which will operate your shades.

STEP 4: INSTALL THE SHADES

Now that the skeleton is set, it is time to install the motorized shades in your window frame. To do that, follow these steps:

  1. Your motorized shades have an upper case that houses the motor, batteries, and wires.
  2. Insert the one side of the shade into the bracket to hook it into place. Make sure to insert it at an angle.
  3. Rotate and push the head upwards until you hear a click.
  4. Now insert the other end of the motorized shades into the bracket on the opposite side of the wall.
  5. Once the shades are set, you will hear a click.
  6. While installing your shades, make sure that the front side is facing ahead.

STEP 5: OPERATE THE MOTORIZED SHADES

You can operate your Motorized Shades in three different ways; with the help of a smartphone application, a wireless remote control, or a wall switch.

  1. Smart Phone Application allows you to control the movement of your shades with a tap of a button. You can also schedule the position of your shades according to your needs and requirements. Lastly, it also gives the option of a timer to control your shades.
  2. The Wireless Remote Control gives the option of raising and lowering the shades with a single button.
  3. A wall switch gives you the option of opening and closing the shades.

FINAL WORDS

That’s it, guys. Now you know how to install your motorized shades like an expert. All you need to do it follow these instructions step-by-step. Firstly, you’ll need to install the motor and join all the parts together. After selecting a power source, you need to wire the shades to the power supply. You don’t need to do this in the case of batteries. However, in the case of hardwiring and DC adapters, you’ll need to hire a proper technician to get the job done. Once that is ready, you’ll need to add the brackets to support your motorized shades. After that, place the shades on the brackets, pick how you want to operate them, and enjoy. You don’t need a lot of technician supplies to make this work. Just keep a wireless drill machine, a measuring tape, and a pencil nearby.

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