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Item Details
Stairmate Portable Stairclimber
ILC Reference NO 44:49:001
Item sourced from ILC QLD database
Short Description
A portable battery operated device which transports a person in a manual wheelchair up stairs. The device is operated by an attendant and is suitable for use indoors or outdoors on straight stairs or turnback stairs that have an adequately spaced landing. The Stairmate is not suitable for spiral staircases and use of the stairmate requires training.
Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.
More Details
Controls:
Key operated on/off switch
Push button controls
Emergency Stop Switch
Drive Mechanism:
Rubber Crawler Belts (one belt on either side)
Brakes:
Automatic Magnetic Braking System
Wheels:
Auxiliary wheels enable Stairmate to be wheeled in the folded position when not carrying a load.
Power:
2 x 6v 20amp dry cell batteries
Rechargeable via mains or vehicle charger.
The climbing capacity from one charge and a person of 80 kilograms is approximately 30 minutes of continuous use
Transportability:
Folds for storage or transportation in car boot or can be dismantled into 3 pieces (batteries, guide rail and tracks, wheelchair adaptor).
Main drive unit is 32.7kg in weight and therefore a lifting winch attached to the back of the car will assist attendants to place it into the boot
Application:
Suitable for larger rear wheel drive manual wheelchairs with push handles that are continuous with the rear frame.
Optional: With a platform adaptation the Stairmate can accommodate childrens and sports wheelchairs
Models
Only one model is available.
Method Of Use
Use slope indicator supplied to measure stair angle
Release safety latch on wheelchair support handle
Lift wheelchair support handle to upright position
Occupant positions wheelchair over rubber tracks
Attendant locks wheelchair to support handle and adjusts safety belt
Slowly tilt back wheelchair support handle until safety latch clicks into locked operating position
Position Stairmate at 90 degrees to stairway
Push operating switch to right and hold. Stairmate will now climb the stairs under its own power.
Options
Headrest - to assist those who feel insecure when tilted backwards.
Transportable ladder - to use with Stairmate when loading wheelchair into buses or vans.
A platform which enables most childrens/adults and sports style manual wheelchairs to be used with the Stairmate.
Safety gauge - used to measure slope and angle of stairs
Safety range guide - gives maximum weight range to be transported for various heights and depths of stairs
Battery charger - plugs into 240v mains power.
Installation
The supplier states they check the stairs prior to any sales and provide onsite training for operators.
Dimensions
Stairmate Stairclimber
Height............................................ 500 or 740 mm,
500mm ... folded
740mm ... unfolded
Width............................................. 640 mm
Length............................................ 1080 or 1480 mm,
1080mm ... folded
1480mm ... unfolded
Overall Weight (kg)............................... 55 kg
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 130 kg, including wheelchair
Speed (mm/sec).................................... 108 or 125 mm/s,
6.5mtr per minute ... upstairs
7.5mtr per minute ... downstairs
Turning Circle.................................... 1300 mm, by 1300 mm for 180 degree turn
Caution
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings. Training is required before using the Stairmate.
Warranty
Unknown, please contact supplier for details.
Maintenance
Batteries need to be charged regularly [eg minimum weekly]. Batteries need to be replaced approximately every three years. Belts need replacing every seven to ten years.
Standards
For some types of equipment, specific Australian or other Standards are applicable to the materials used in, and the manufacturing and installation of products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specified Australian Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of an item as to its compliance with the relevant Standard(s).
Place Of Manufacture
Unknown, please contact suppliers for details.
Display Item On Loan From
Not on display.
Please be aware that this device may be available upon request for an individual consultation. A general consultation fee may be required for this service. Please contact LifeTec Queensland for more details.
Additional Comment
Typical Stairway Clearance: This varies with stairway width, passenger and wheelchair size and operator experience: Wheelchair loading and unloading requires a minimum straight line of approximately 3050mm.
Children's wheelchairs and sports wheelchairs can usually be accommodated if the "platform" accessory is used.
Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
P.R. KING AND SONS (QUEENSLAND),
BIGGERA WATERS, QLD
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