Elite Roller Shutters Installation Guide

Step-by-Step for Manual, Electric & Battery Shutters

Step 1: Check Your Delivery & Measurements

  • Ensure you’ve received all components: shutter, side tracks, shutter box, control system (manual or motor), fixings, and instructions.
  • Reconfirm that measurements match your window or door opening.

✅ Tip: Always measure in millimetres before starting installation.

Step 2: Mark Out the Area

  • Choose installation type: Face Fit (outside wall) or Reveal Fit (inside opening).
  • Hold the shutter box above the opening and mark the position of the side tracks.
  • Check for level using a spirit level to ensure straight alignment.

Step 3: Fit the Side Tracks

  • Drill and fix the side guides vertically on both sides of the opening.
  • Use wall plugs and screws suited to brick, concrete, or timber.
  • Ensure tracks are perfectly parallel — this is critical for smooth operation.

Step 4: Install the Shutter Box

  • Lift the roller shutter box into position above the tracks.
  • Insert the slats into the side guides.
  • Fix the box securely into the wall or opening using appropriate fixings.

✅ Shutter box must be level and square to avoid jamming.

Step 5: Connect the Control System

For Manual (Strap or Winch):

  • Feed the strap or winch cord through the wall into the interior.
  • Connect to the control unit inside the room.
  • Wind and test the up/down operation.

For Electric (240V):

  • Electrical connection should be done by a licensed electrician.
  • Connect the motor to the wall switch or remote receiver.
  • Test the limits (up and down stop positions).

For 12V Battery/Mobile Operated:

  • Plug in the battery or solar unit as per instructions.
  • Connect motor terminals to the control receiver.
  • Program the remote and test shutter operation.

Step 6: Test Operation

  • Open and close the shutter several times to ensure smooth movement.
  • Make sure there are no rubbing or sticking points.
  • Listen for cranking or motor noise — adjust if needed.

Step 7: Finishing & Clean-Up

  • Seal around the tracks and box if needed for waterproofing.
  • Remove protective film from the shutter.
  • Clean the work area and hand over to the customer.

Need Professional Installation?

Elite Roller Shutters offers full supply & installation service across Melbourne and nearby areas. Our expert installers ensure:

perfect-alignment-1

Perfect alignment

motor-setup-and-programming

Motor setup and programming

clean-and-fast-finish

Clean and fast finish

Over-a-decade-of-industry-experience-1

Warranty-backed workmanship

google-review