1 General overview
1.1 User information
The Operating and Installation Instructions help to
acquaint you with the product and its possible ap-
plications. They contain important tips to support
the correct and safe operation of the product.
Please retain a copy of this manual.
It is to be read, understood and adhered to by each
person who works with or on the system in the fol-
lowing tasks: installation, operation, maintenance
and cleaning, troubleshooting.
This manual does not replace your personal re-
sponsibility as fitter or operator.
1.2 Intended use / Guarantee
The product is intended for use exclusively in ac-
cordance with these specifications and this manual,
i.e. for: Internal shading of windows (no outdoor
installation).
A different use or use beyond this scope is not con-
sidered intended use. The manufacturer / supplier
is not liable for any resulting damage. Non-
compliance releases Silent Gliss from its liability.
The guarantee excludes faults that are not attribut-
able to material or fabrication faults, but have aris-
en as a result of incorrect operation by the pur-
chaser or improper care or other personal negli-
gence. Troubleshooting measures falling outside of
the guarantee will be carried out by Silent Gliss or
another appropriate retailer at the cost of the pur-
chaser.
1.3 Other applicable documents
Every product supplied includes documents that
are a component part of the operating and installa-
tion instructions: safety instructions, scale drawing,
installation instructions.
1.4 Safety instructions
The relevant safety laws in the country of operation
must be adhered to.
The following tips or symbols are used throughout:
Warning - risk of injury! Highlights
possible hazards from mechanical work-
ings which could lead to injury or even
death.
Use eye protection! Eye protections
must be worn during all drilling work.
General warning sign!
Highlights general information.
The product may be installed only in a faultless
condition (no transportation damage, etc.) and only
as intended, in awareness of safety and hazards
and in accordance with all tips in this manual.
Faults that could impair safety and functionality
must be repaired.
The user (end customer) must have read and un-
derstood the operating instructions after installation
and operational start-up are completed.
1.5 Maintenance, inspection and repair tips
Work must only be carried out by quali-
fied specialists.
2 Transportation, storage
2.1 Transportation
The product may be transported only in
suitable and sufficient protective pack-
aging (manufacturer’s packaging).
Curved products (rails, etc.) require
wooden crating.
Waste and packaging material is to be disposed of
in line with local regulations.
Keep packaging material out of the reach of chil-
dren. Packing sheets, Styrofoam pieces and other
small parts can be dangerous for children to play
with.
2.2 Storage
Products and their accessories are to be
stored in suitable packaging in dust-free
spaces with normal humidity.
3 Installation
3.1 Installation instructions, aids and personal
protection
Local safety regulations must be ob-
served during installation of the product
(stable ladders, etc.).
Warning! (if applicable)
Young children can be strangled by
loops in pull cords, chains, tapes and
inner cords that operate the product. To
avoid strangulation and entanglement,
keep cords out of the reach of young
children. Cords may become wrapped
around a child’s neck. Move beds, cots
