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Description
Measuring Guide for Lockdown Springs
To ensure you select the correct lockdown spring for your recliner, please refer to our measuring guide for a diagram to help you identify the exact specifications needed for your replacement spring. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact our support team.
117mm Recliner Lockdown Springs - Standard and Heavy Gauge Options
Repair your manual recliner with our 117mm Lockdown Springs, designed to lock and hold the footrest securely in the closed position. When you close your footrest and hear that “click,” that’s the lockdown spring engaging to keep your footrest firmly closed. If your footrest keeps bouncing open or won’t stay closed, it’s likely due to a worn or broken lockdown spring.
Our lockdown springs are available in two wire gauges to suit your preference:
- 117mm Standard Lockdown Spring: Features a 2.1mm wire gauge and comes with a red foam insert. Found on most modern recliners.
- 117mm Heavy Gauge Lockdown Spring: Features a thicker 2.4mm wire gauge and a yellow foam insert. Found on older model recliner and cross-compatible for anyone wanting a stronger replacement.
Both springs are interchangeable and fit the mechanism the same way, allowing you to choose based on your preference for strength and durability.
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No prior experience or special tools are required to replace your lockdown spring—just a pair of pliers and a few minutes of your time. Follow our step-by-step guide to complete the repair yourself and save on costly professional repairs. Enjoy the satisfaction of a job well done and get your recliner back in action quickly.
Need Assistance or Looking for Other Parts?
Unsure if a lockdown spring is right for your recliner repair needs, or got a question with the replacement process, our friendly support team is here to help. We also offer a wide range of recliner spare parts and accessories to meet all your repair needs.
How To
How To
1, Lay a drop sheet on the floor and carefully turn the recliner over on its side or front, please remember safe lifting techniques.
2, Locate where the original spring currently fits or if it has broken off check another chair for comparison.
3, Open the footrest of the recliner using the normal side lever/handle. (Pinch point hazard mind fingers and clothing don’t get trapped in the recliner)
4, Use a pair of pliers or similar to remove the old spring.
5, Then using the replacement spring locate the first hole nearest the seat frame and hook the spring on.
6, Use the tool to stretch the second spring hook into the correct hole on the leg rest metal plate, there maybe several holes to choose from so look for the hole with signs of wear, this will be the one to use. (Mind out the spring will be loaded and powerful)
7, Manually close the recliner footrest and make sure its locked closed. If it doesn’t lock shut adjust or change the position of the spring until it does lock.
8, Carefully turn the recliner back over to the standard position.
9, Fully test the recliner.
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
Standard Gauge Lockdown Spring
| Overall Length | 117mm |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 14.3mm |
| Coiled section Length | 60.90mm |
| Coil Count | 29 |
| Wire Thickness | 2.1mm |
| Colour | Silver |
| Foam Insert | Pink |
Heavy Gauge Lockdown Spring
| Overall Length | 117mm |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 18mm |
| Coiled section Length | 50.90mm |
| Coil Count | 21 |
| Wire Thickness | 2.4mm |
| Colour | Silver |
| Foam Insert | Yellow |
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FAQs
FAQs
How do I measure my spring?
Please click this link to our measuring guide. https://sofarehab.com.au/measuring-guides/lockdown-spring-measuring-guide/
Will this spring fit my recliner?
Being universal this spring fits various makes and models of manual recliner mechanisms such as Leggett & Platt, RHT and Motion mechanisms. To be sure of compatibility please click this link to our measuring guide. https://sofarehab.com.au/measuring-guides/lockdown-spring-measuring-guide/
Does this work on electric recliners?
If the dimensions and hooks match then possibly. With many spring types and applications its difficult to confirm compatibility in all instances.
Can this spring be used for other applications?
Designed mainly as a manual recliner spring however being universal it may be suitable for other applications.
What material is this spring made from?
This is made for high quality hardened steel and is strong and durable.
What does this spring do?
Typically this spring is used to help keep the footrest locked in the closed position.
P Morrissey
(verified owner)Fantastic service.
David
(verified owner)Great stuff Sofarehab our order arrived as promised and inside the Christmas rush. A great site to check out spring options and a how to measure guide. Very impressed and would pass their name onto anyone requiring sofa parts.
Deena
(verified owner)Perfect fit, great service. Fast postage.
Helen
(verified owner)Am a return customer. Fast and reliable service, saved us heaps in repair bills. Well done.
Brian Stanley
(verified owner)Product worked perfectly. Very good service thanks
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