Based on the provided context, which confirms that removing the back of a recliner is a common task for moving, here is a general guide to the process. Since the context does not include specific instructions, this answer is based on the typical design of most modern recliner sofas.
To begin, prepare your workspace by moving the sofa away from any walls to give yourself ample room to work. It can be helpful to slightly extend the recliner's footrest, which can shift the position of the back and make the release mechanisms more accessible. Next, locate the back release levers. On most recliner sofas, the back cushions are attached to the base via metal brackets. You will typically find the release mechanisms along the outside seams where the backrest meets the main body of the couch.
You may need to feel through the upholstery or lift a flap of fabric or leather at the bottom rear of the sofa to access these mechanisms. On each side of the removable back section, you should find a small metal lever or a tab. These levers are what lock the backrest into place on the frame. If your sofa uses locking tabs, you may need a flathead screwdriver to gently pry them open. For models with levers, you will typically need to pull them upwards or push them forwards to disengage the lock.
Once you have disengaged the locking lever or tab on both sides, the backrest can be removed. It is often easiest to have a second person assist you. Stand behind the sofa and grip the backrest firmly on both sides, then lift it straight up. The back should slide off the metal posts on the sofa's base. To reattach the back, simply reverse the process by aligning the brackets on the backrest with the posts on the base and pushing down firmly until you hear or feel the locking levers click securely into place.
