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Somfy Ilmo WT 10/17 no longer responds? Motor head replacement at a fixed price.

Is your Somfy Ilmo WT 10/17 no longer responding reliably to the switch, are the limit switches changing, or is the control unit defective? Then the fault is usually in the motor head, the control electronics of the drive. Instead of replacing the entire motor, we replace only the motor head with a tested component.

Note on usability
If the motor head is defective, your roller shutter will remain in its last used position. This is more than just a loss of convenience: you can no longer control the blackout function, nighttime burglar protection is lost, and in summer, heat insulation becomes ineffective. We recommend having any detected defect in the motor head repaired promptly.

Replacing the cylinder head solves this.

  • The drive no longer responds to the switch, or only responds with a delay.
  • The end positions become misaligned or are no longer held.
  • Malfunctions in the control system or damage caused by overvoltage/lightning.
  • Individual component defects in the electronics.

In addition, we are replacing the motor capacitor, thus eliminating one of the most common sources of error for the coming years.

You will receive this

  • 24-month warranty on all replaced parts
  • Replaced motor capacitor included, eliminating one common source of error.
  • Particularly sustainable: only the truly defective part is replaced.
  • Fixed price €49, plus shipping.

Sequence

You initiate the exchange via the shopping cart and receive shipping instructions by email. You send us your drive unit, we replace the defective part, renew the capacitor, and send the tested motor back to you.

Notice
We only repair unopened Somfy motors without any prior repair attempts. Unfortunately, we cannot accept motors with moisture or impact damage, or those that have already been repaired.

This service applies to the Somfy Ilmo WT 10/17 tubular motor model 5051110.

Frequently asked questions about replacing the Somfy Ilmo WT 10/17 motor head

How can I tell if the motor head of my Somfy Ilmo WT 10/17 is defective?

Typically, the drive will no longer respond or will respond only with a delay, the end positions will shift or no longer be held. Malfunctions following a lightning strike or power surge also indicate a defect in the motor head's control electronics.

What exactly is replaced during a cylinder head replacement?

We are replacing the motor head with the control electronics with a tested component and also replacing the motor capacitor. The motor housing with motor and gearbox will remain in place because it is in good working order.

How much does it cost to replace the motor head on the Somfy Ilmo WT 10/17?

The fixed price is €49 plus shipping, with a 24-month warranty on all replaced parts. You will receive the invoice after successful repair; insured return shipping will take place after payment has been received.

For which reference does this exchange apply?

This motor head replacement applies to the Somfy Ilmo WT 10/17 with reference number 5051110 The reference number can be found on the motor's nameplate.

How does the exchange process work?

You order via the shopping cart and receive shipping information by email. You send the motor via Hermes, the exchange takes place on the day of receipt, and after payment is received, the drive is returned insured.

Where can I find the instruction manual for Somfy Ilmo WT 10/17?

You can find the relevant instruction manual on this page under the "Download" tab. You don't need it for the repair; simply send us the removed device.

Product safety

Manufacturer information

Somfy GmbH
Felix-Wankel-Straße 50

72108 Rottenburg am Neckar
Germany

Phone: +49 7472 930-0
Email: info@somfy.de (general enquiries)
Email: privatkunden@somfy.com (private customers)

Video guides

Instructional videos for this motor, the source is given below each video. After repair or exchange the motor is in factory condition: the end limits and, for radio motors, the remote controls must be set again.

How to reset the Somfy Ilmo WT motor with the setting cable

Original video: “How to reset the Somfy Ilmo WT motor” by Tromm International (YouTube), licensed under CC BY 3.0. Content unchanged, re-encoded for the web by Service Rohrmotor.

Suitable for Which Roller Shutter

The Somfy Ilmo 50 WT 10/17 5051110 with 10 Nm is suitable for small to medium-sized roller shutters. The following table serves as a guide to load-bearing capacity:

material SW 50 SW 60 SW 70
Plastic (PVC) up to approximately 6.3 m² up to approximately 5.2 m² up to approximately 4.5 m²
Aluminium (roll-formed, foam-filled) up to approximately 5.1 m² up to approximately 4.2 m² up to approximately 3.6 m²
Wood / extruded aluminum up to approximately 2.6 m² up to approximately 2.2 m² up to approximately 1.9 m²

These values are guidelines for roller shutter heights up to 2.5 meters, including approximately 10% friction allowance; actual material weights vary depending on the profile and manufacturer. In practice, the curtain width, shaft deflection, and installation situation often become limiting factors before the torque. If you are approaching the limits, we recommend contacting us for a brief consultation.

Technical Data

  • Torque: 10 Nm
  • Speed: 17 revolutions per minute
  • Smallest shaft: SW 50
  • Total length including bearing: 513 mm
  • Weight: 1.85 kg
  • Power: 120 W
  • Brake type: Sliding brake
  • Control: wired ( WT, via wall switch)
  • End position setting: electronic, automatic end position detection
  • Manufacturer: Somfy
  • Article number: 5051111A
★★★★★
5.0 out of 5
based on 110 verified Google reviews
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“Everything worked super fast and reliably. The roller shutter controls were repaired on the very day they were delivered.”

Monika J. 5 months ago
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“I am thrilled. I had not expected that the brake could be repaired. Compared to new motors we saved a lot of money.”

Jochen R. 2 months ago
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“Good repair. I had 2 Somfy Chronis Uno repaired. Both have been running perfectly again for about 14 days. Super.”

Kurt L. 6 months ago
★★★★★

“Very fast repair. Everything has worked perfectly since.”

Google customer
★★★★★

“Defective Somfy control unit repaired at low cost instead of buying new.”

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Source: Google Business Profile service-rohrmotor.de · Reviews translated from German

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Set the end limits or reset the motor? Step by step according to the Somfy manual: Set and reset Somfy WT end limits

Where do I send the device after ordering?

Immediately after your order you receive the shipping address and brief shipping instructions by e-mail. You simply send us the well-packed device. Please do not send anything unrequested to our company address, no parcels can be accepted there.

What our customers say

5.0 110 Google reviews

Sebastian Huperz 3 months ago

Highly recommended. I sent in a defective Selve brand motor and received it back repaired super quickly. I am completely satisfied and can only agree with the top reviews. I would send any future defective motors here again. Thank you.

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Sehr zu empfehlen. Ich habe einen defekten Motor der Marke Selve hingeschickt und super schnell repariet zurück bekommen. Ich bin rundum sehr zufrieden und kann den TOP Rezensionen nur zustimmen. Ich würde jeden weiteren defekten Motor wieder hier hin schicken. Danke.
Heinz Werner Harzheim 4 months ago

Absolutely fantastic and fast – we had our repaired motor back just one week after sending it in and now have a working awning again. They also quickly helped us with our inquiry regarding a programming issue. Highly recommended!

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Absolut super und schnell - eine Woche nach Versand hatten wir unseren reparierten Motor schon zurück und haben jetzt wieder eine funktionierende Markise. Auch auf unsere Anfrage hinsichtlich eines Problems, das wir beim Programmieren hatten, wurde uns schnell geholfen. Klare Empfehlung!
Josef Aumiller 2 months ago

Excellent service! Even after the initial repair attempt was unsuccessful, they immediately explored all possible solutions and then sent a replacement device. Very good and prompt responses, and superb service! I would use them again anytime!

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Sehr guter Service! Auch nachdem die erste Reparatur nicht den gewünschten Erfolg brachte, wurden sofort alle Möglichkeiten versucht und anschließend ein Austauschgerät geschickt. Sehr gute und schnelle Rückantworten sowie super Service! Jederzeit wieder!
Laszlo Novak 6 months ago

I was truly surprised by how precise and fast the service was. I hadn't expected it to be finished so quickly, or even that it was possible to do it so well. I can only congratulate you – I will definitely recommend you wholeheartedly. Many thanks again!

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Ich war wirklich überrascht, wie präzise und schnell der Service war. Ich hätte nicht gedacht, dass es so schnell fertig wird und dass es überhaupt möglich ist, es so gut zu machen. Ich kann nur gratulieren – ich werde Sie auf jeden Fall von ganzem Herzen weiterempfehlen. Noch einmal vielen D

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Do I need to adjust anything after the replacement?

Yes. The replaced motor head is in factory condition. After installation you set the end limits again so that the drive is precisely matched to your installation once more.

✓ Purchase on invoice: invoice after successful repair, return shipment after receipt of payment

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