How Is a Power Recliner Wired for Multiple Functions?

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Power recliners operate through a circuit with three states: raising the footrest, lowering it, and an off position. The switch functions as a two-pole, three-position crossover switch, which reverses polarity to control the motor's direction. The center position of the switch is off, while the momentary on positions activate the motor for raising or lowering. Diagrams illustrating this wiring have been shared to clarify the setup. Understanding this mechanism is essential for troubleshooting and repairs.
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As far as I can tell there are three circuit states that control the recliner foot rest, raise it, lower it, and off. How is this wired, how does the switch function etc...? I assume the up and down switch flip the polarity across the motor, but that is all I can seem to reason out...
 
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Baluncore said:
A cross-over switch.
A two pole switch, with three positions. (momentary on), off, (momentary on).
Centre is off. Cross-connect the two switches to reverse the polarity and direction.
https://rollertrol.com/DC-motor-reverse-switch-diagram
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We had that not so long ago, as I recall....

Oh, here it is o0)
 
Rive said:
We had that not so long ago, as I recall....

Oh, here it is o0)
I'm sure I blew it off thinking "When am I going to need that"!

I already made the diagrams to be sure I understand, but I see they match the other thread.

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