Velux blinds are a great way to control natural light in your home. However, they can sometimes become difficult or even impossible to open or close. If you find yourself in a situation where your Velux blind gets stuck, you will need to determine the fault in order to repair it with the right tools. In this article, we will try to help you repair your stuck Velux blind, so you can enjoy natural light in your home with peace of mind.
Why is the Velux blind blocked?
When your Velux blind is stuck in closed, open or in the middle position, the problem may come from different elements :
- Unhooked, damaged or broken cords
- Damaged or broken fasteners
- A faulty winding mechanism
- A faulty or broken tension spring
- A deprogrammed Velux electric blind
It is also possible that the problem comes from a manufacturing or installation defect. If the awning gets stuck on first use, you can first check that you have fitted it correctly by referring to the assembly instructions for your awning model or the family Velux video tutorial. If in doubt, do not hesitate to disassemble and reassemble it. Otherwise, contact the Velux customer service for additional help.
Velux blind that gets stuck, what to do?
When your Velux blind is blocked, you will understand, several causes can be at the origin. different solutions can then sometimes make it possible to repair it. The majority of them still require to be a handyman. If you are unable to carry out the operations, then call on a professional because you risk breaking the mechanism or the fabric of the awning.
Lever to unlock the blind blocked in the closed position
First, if the blind is completely locked in the closed position, try very carefully to pry with a screwdriver or a similar object on the left, then right side of the blind. This can sometimes remove a small blockage in one of the blind rails.
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Check the condition of the cords
He's it is common for Velux blinds to be totally stuck when the cords that operate them are damaged, come out of the fasteners or broken. The cords are located on each side of the awning, behind the profiles, and are responsible for the up and down movement of the awning fabric.
If the cords have simply come out of their fasteners, you just need to put them back in place so that the awning can be opened and closed again.
However, usually the problem stems from the fact that they have broken. Indeed, with natural wear and tear, these cords can eventually wear out and break. To solve this problem, it is necessary to replace cords damaged by new and identical cords. Although it is not particularly complicated to replace them, it is preferable to have some manual skill. To help you in handling, you can consult a video tutorial on the internet.
For example, the video from Takfonster "How to change the cord of the DKL Velux Slim awning?"
You may also need to replace the ties (plastic tips that hold the cords) which can become hollow and cause friction causing damage to the cords.
Check the fasteners of the Velux blind
It also happens that the Velux blind is stuck because the lower or upper fasteners are defective. Indeed, the fasteners allow the cords to slide, and therefore to ensure the raising and lowering of the fabric, but also to fix the blind.
If the fasteners are dirty, clean them. On the other hand, if they are damaged or broken, you will need replace them so that the awning unlocks. You can easily find replacement fasteners on online merchant sites or by contacting theVelux assistance.
Check the awning slides
It is also possible that the problem is sliders that are damaged. If you hear rubbing noises, if the awning had a jerky rise before locking or if it jams regularly but ends up unlatching, one of its guides may be deformed, unhooked or damaged. If so, you will need to screw them back in or replace them.
Check winding mechanism
If the above items are not responsible for your store crashing, then the blockage certainly comes from the winding mechanism. This is possible both if the Velux blind is stuck in the closed or open position. It must be checked :
- the state of the winding axis. The latter can be blocked or damaged, jamming the rotation of the canvas as it winds and unwinds around the axis. Take the opportunity to check that the canvas is correctly centered on the axis.
- tension spring. As its name suggests, it allows the canvas to stretch and relax. It may need to be re-tensioned if the blind no longer manages to go up or if the canvas seems to be unhooking, and to be relaxed if the awning can no longer be lowered. It may also be broken. In this case, the Velux blind will be totally blocked. To replace the spring, do not hesitate to watch a video tutorial by typing in the search bar "how to retension the spring of the Velux blind" or " how to repair the spring of my Velux blind ».
Dismantling the trunk, testing its parts, replacing them and reassembling the mechanism are difficult techniques. Repair can be expensive and individual spare parts are very difficult to find. If you are not a do-it-yourselfer, it is best to hire a professional or buy the entire Velux blind.
Recalibrate the Velux motorized blind
When your Velux blind that gets stuck is electric, it may also be deprogrammed following a power outage or an electrical bug. In this case, you will need to recalibrate the blind by following the procedure below:
- If the Velux blind has an On/Off button on the lower part, put it on Off for 30 seconds, then put it back on On.
- If the pane does not have a button, press the up or down button on the remote control of the electric blind and while the blind is moving, turn off the power supply to the window via the circuit breaker or transformer then wait about a minute and turn the power back on.
- Push the button stop then immediately on the button descent on the remote control.
- Let the shade go down and up until it stops on its own.
If you Velux solar blind is totally blocked, it may also be that remote control is defective. In this case, it will have to be replaced. It could also be a failure of its engine and its cell. In this case, the entire load bar must be replaced.
Call a professional repairer
If you have any doubts about the origin of the problem or you do not have the skills to resolve the breakdown, call a professional repairman. We advise you to contact theVelux assistance to get more specific information about your situation.
Note that if your stuck Velux blind still has the right to guarantee and you have the proof of purchase, you will definitely get a free repair or replacement from the blind.
