Manual Recliner Chair Handle & Cable Set – Universal Fit – Plastic Oval Lever + Choice of Cable Length
Restore your recliner with this DIY-friendly universal replacement handle and cable combo set. This is the most common setup used in manual reclining chairs, lounges, and sofas. The kit includes 1x large oval black plastic handle, 1x steel release cable in your selected exposed length, and 1x U-shaped metal retaining clip. A fast and affordable fix for recliner handles that have gone loose or stopped working. Simple installation in minutes.
✅ Compatible with 99% of Manual Recliners
This set suits most recliner chairs and sofas from leading brands like **La-Z-Boy, Ashley, Amart, Harvey Norman, Fantastic Furniture, Plush, Nick Scali, Natuzzi** and more. Compatible with any recliner that uses a **side-mounted lever-style latch**.
🧩 Choose From 8 Exposed Cable Lengths
All cables are a standard **965mm total wire length**, available with your choice of **exposed wire length**: 92mm, 97mm, 110mm, 123mm, 132mm, 140mm, 145mm, or 150mm. Each has a **6mm barrel end** (compatible with 4–7mm handles), and a standard hook fitting. Cables are supplied **without inline springs**.
🔧 DIY Friendly – Quick Assembly & Installation
Simply insert the cable into the rear of the handle and secure it using the included **metal U-shaped retaining clip**. Installation only requires a screwdriver and pliers — no special skills or tools. Screws not included. A **visual measuring guide** is included in the photo gallery to help you select the right size.
🛠️ Handle Specifications & Build Quality
The included **black plastic recliner handle** is oval in shape and measures approx. **115mm (W) x 70mm (H) x 38mm (D)**. Made from **durable ABS plastic** with a lightly textured finish for a refined look and comfortable grip. It features two standard mounting holes (top and bottom) and an internal return spring to ensure the latch resets after each use.
📐 How to Measure Your Old Cable
Remove the cable fully from both the **handle** and the **recliner mechanism**. Measure: - Full **inner wire length** (from hook to barrel end). - Full **outer sheath length**, including both the neck clip and square retaining clip. Subtract the sheath length from the wire length = your exposed length. ✅ Cable size can be ±4–5mm from your original and still function correctly.
💡 Goes by Many Common Names
Also referred to as: Finger Flick Handle, Trigger Release Lever, Mechanism Latch, Recliner Pull Cable, Side Pull Lever – if your recliner uses a side-mounted lever handle, this is the standard replacement style.
🔄 Works as a Replacement for Spring-Type Cables
Even if your original cable had an inline spring, this version will work perfectly. Most recliners and handles have built-in spring mechanisms, so an external spring is unnecessary. Ours keeps the cost down with no performance loss.
⚠️ Ordering the Wrong Size?
- **Too short**: footrest won’t lock shut — it keeps bouncing open. - **Too long**: latch moves freely but doesn’t trigger the mechanism. ✅ Always measure your exposed length carefully — our cables work within a ±4–5mm tolerance. See the image gallery for a measuring guide.
💡 Why Buy From Furniture Spares Direct?
We’re a trusted Australian seller with all stock shipped from Brisbane. Our team specialises in recliner repairs and DIY spare parts, and we’re here to help if you need guidance choosing the right part. Fix it yourself and save time, money, and hassle!International Buyers ? Please Note:
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