There are many ways to install a Roller/Roman shade chain on the bracket. Once the chain is fully inserted in the clutch (See our YouTube Video, “How To Change The Chain On a Roller Shade Clutch”), there’s a right way to put it through the bracket, depending on your shade style and design. See our recommendations below:
Various Options
When installing a shade clutch on our brackets, there are 5 bracket openings the chain can fit through.
Hourglass Shape
As seen in the line drawing, the chain is forming an “hourglass shape” when utilizing the #2 and #4 openings. Please avoid installing the chain this way, as chain will rub against the bracket and cause a “rattling” noise during operation.
“A” Shape
This method of installation is the one we recommend, using openings #1 and #5, when no side channels are present. Inserting the chain in the first and last opening of the bracket, creating an “A” shape is ideal. This way avoids chain rubbing against multiple parts of the bracket, and allows a smooth flow of chain up and down.
Using Side Channels
When using side channels, we recommend placing the chain in the two spaces that are furthest from the channel, opening #4 and #5. This method not only minimizes chain rubbing against the bracket, but also avoids the chain hitting the side channel and causing unwanted noise.
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