How To Replace A Power Switch On A Electric Power Recliner Repair Guide

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7

Time Required

                          30 minutes - 1 hour            

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Introduction

What you need

Step 1

              Round 2-Button Recliner Power Switch with 5-prongs               

• Disconnect the power supply, power adapters, surge protectors, power strip and wall plug from the wall outlet.

Disconnect the power supply, power adapters, surge protectors, power strip and wall plug from the wall outlet.

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Step 2

• Move the recliner to an open area or work space to have room to walk around it and have room to lean the recliner into different positions as needed to access and perform the work or fix.
• Seek assistance or help from another if needed to move the recliner.

Move the recliner to an open area or work space to have room to walk around it and have room to lean the recliner into different positions as needed to access and perform the work or fix.

Seek assistance or help from another if needed to move the recliner.

Step 3

• Apply pressure by pushing in and turning the screw cover in a counter-clockwise direction in order to remove the cover and expose the screws holding the round power switch to the recliner’s housing for the switch.

Apply pressure by pushing in and turning the screw cover in a counter-clockwise direction in order to remove the cover and expose the screws holding the round power switch to the recliner’s housing for the switch.

Step 4

• Remove the four 25.4 mm (or 1 inch) Philips #2 screws using a standard Philips #2 screwdriver or a power drill with a Philips #2 screwdriver bit.

Remove the four 25.4 mm (or 1 inch) Philips #2 screws using a standard Philips #2 screwdriver or a power drill with a Philips #2 screwdriver bit.

Step 5

• Lean the recliner over to expose the 5-prong plug that is at one end of the power switch cable and is also connected to the recliner motor.

Lean the recliner over to expose the 5-prong plug that is at one end of the power switch cable and is also connected to the recliner motor.

Step 6

• Disconnect 5-prong plug from the motor unit by pulling it straight up and away from the 5-prong connector on the motor.

Disconnect 5-prong plug from the motor unit by pulling it straight up and away from the 5-prong connector on the motor.

Step 7

• Lastly, pull the power switch out of its housing for replacement.
• Test to make sure the recliner now works as expected and confirm that the functionality has been restored and that the issue has been resolved.

Lastly, pull the power switch out of its housing for replacement.

Test to make sure the recliner now works as expected and confirm that the functionality has been restored and that the issue has been resolved.

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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dick_linda - Sep 7, 2019

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can you do away with the motor and make it a manual

mloucks1221 - Sep 29, 2019

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What is the most common problem when the recliner switch only works once and awhile? I took it all apart like you suggested but it still wont work. Is the switch on the side of the chair the most likely problem? How much does it cost to order a new switch from Steelcase?

Delmer Viramontes - Jan 25, 2020

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I have Electric Massage Recliner Chair and buy-in last year. But unfortunately, my small child throws water on its remote control. Due to which it is not work properly. So if you have any repairing suggestions for that then please let me know. I am greatly thankful to you.

johnmike - May 15, 2021

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I bought a power lift recliner chair one year ago but power switch some time work and some time not work. I can not understand that what is the causes, can you suggest me for replace or fixing? I read your helpful article top to end. But I need help from you.

Philip Dawson - Jul 15, 2022

Check the cables to the switch under the chair and make sure they are not frayed, and make sure it’s plugged into the motor.