If this does not solve the problem take the blind out of the window.
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Insert the pin into the cord lock housing.
Insert the new cord lock into the blind or shade headrail.
Locate the cord lock mechanism in the headrail the lift cords run through this.
The new cord lock assembly should come completely assembled.
The lift cord should not be twisted.
If it does not follow these simple steps insert the pawl into the cord lock housing.
In either case it is a simple task to fix the shade so that it works as good as new.
If you find troubleshooting the cord ineffective the malfunction in your blinds may be due to an internal mechanism called a pawl binding.
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Test the cord lock mechanism a few times and if it is working rehang the blinds.
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Thread the draw cords back through the new cord lock between the pin and pawl and through.
The strings that work the shade may become dry rotted and snap.
If it doesn t lock the problem lies with the locking mechanism.
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You should hear a click when it is in position.
This piece is located within the header piece.
Try to raise your shade up just a few inches and lock it in place.
Press down unto the housing snaps into place.
To determine if the problem lies with the lock or the cord do this.
Or the plastic rings that guide the cords may become brittle and break.
Usually this is caused by a failed cord lock or crushed lift cord.
The mechanism may be defective if the roller pin is prevented from moving freely.
Pop the cord lock mechanism out of the blind or shade headrail.
The cord lock mechanism is a snap in part.
If it locks the problem lies with the cord.
Using a flat head be careful to avoid contact with the cording screwdriver turn the screwdriver perpendicular to the headrail.
You will see a pin.
When the blind is lowered the roller pin should be loose to the touch.
Make sure the blinds lift cord runs straight up into the cord lock mechanism with no obstructions or diversion.
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To troubleshoot the pawl remove your blinds from the window.