Hisense Swing Motor / Louver Mechanism Failure

Hisense air conditioner indoor unit louver does not swing or is stuck in one position.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Faulty swing motor, Broken louver linkage, Obstruction in louver path, Loose swing motor connector

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before manually moving louvers.

  • Step 1 – Check for obstructions:
    • Look for objects blocking the louver movement.
    • Gently move the louver by hand to feel for binding.
  • Step 2 – Verify settings:
    • Ensure SWING mode is enabled on the remote.
  • Step 3 – Inspect swing motor:
    • Remove the front panel and locate the small swing motor on the side of the louver assembly.
    • Check that the connector is secure.
  • Step 4 – Replace swing motor or linkage:
    • If the motor does not run when commanded, replace it with a Hisense-compatible swing motor.
    • Repair or replace broken linkage arms as needed.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Louver Swing Motor
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