How to Lock a Swivel Glider Recliner

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Mary Lougee
Mary Lougee
Published: Oct 11, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
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The reclining locking lever keeps the chair in one position so it does not become vertical when you lean forward and take off weight from the chair back. The swivel locking lever holds the chair steady for elderly people to get in an out of it with less chance of a fall.

  1. Sit in the chair and lean back to obtain a comfortable position for you. Lift the lever on the inside of the right arm to lock in the reclining position. Lower the lever to release the reclining lock feature, and sit straight up. The back of the chair will rise to a vertical position.

  2. Reach under the left arm of the chair near the base. Turn the knob on the lever backward to lock the swivel motion of the chair.

  3. Turn the knob forward to unlock the chair's swivel motion.

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  • A swivel glider recliner includes all of the features of each individual chair for comfort.
  • The reclining locking lever keeps the chair in one position so it does not become vertical when you lean forward and take off weight from the chair back.
  • Turn the knob on the lever backward to lock the swivel motion of the chair.
Mary Lougee

Mary Lougee has been writing for over 10 years. She holds a Bachelor's Degree with a major in Management and a double minor in accounting and computer science. She loves writing about careers for busy families as well as family oriented…

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