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Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.



Item Details

Acorn Stair Lift

ILC Reference NO 44:47:007
Item sourced from ILC VIC database


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SHORT DESCRIPTION
A battery operated stairlift for straight or curved stairs. It is available with a standard seat, a sit & stand model or as a stand up model with a perching seat. It has a rack & pinion drive and the track is floor mounted. Features an onboard diagnostic control panel. Models are available for both indoor and outdoor use.




PRICE GUIDE
Refer to supplier details for pricing

FEATURES
Feature
Method of lift operation: Constant pressure toggle switch on armrest or two push button remote controls. Smooth start / stop action. Key switch to isolate.
Track: Anodised aluminium extrusion with steel toothed drive rack. Outdoor rack rust-proofed.

Track mounting
Direct onto stair tread.

Armrests
Lift up, unpadded moulded armrests.

Footrest
Slip resistant covering, lift up.
Powered footrest as optional.

Seat
swivel, lift up, padded on indoor model, unpadded on outdoor model. A belt with buckle is standard on the seated model. The swivel seat allows the user the ability to turn a full 90 degrees when the chair stops at the top of the stairway. This is operated by a lever on the uppermost side of the seat. This means the passenger can exit the lift with both feet on the level landing.

Safety Features
Five obstacle sensors - the lift stops when a sensor detects an obstacle.
Electronic and mechanical braking systems.
The stair lift is fitted as standard with these safety systems to eliminate any possibility of an uncontrolled descent of the stair lift.

Power
Safe 24 volt rechargeable batteries. The batteries are maintenance free and charged by a safe 15 volts AC, which is stepped down from the domestic mains supply by the transformer.

Onboard diagnostic control panel allows easy identification of problems with the stairlift. An LED number display at the side of the unit indicates normal operation, or a fault exists. allows fast diagnosis and remedy of most potential faults.

Soft start/stop: Means no jolts of bumps during a smooth journey up or down stairs.
Supplied with a waterproof cover for the motor and drive parts.

Models
Sit Down Model
For those whose who need a seating position, this model has a full swivel seat allowing the user to turn a full 90 degrees when the chair stops at the top of the stairway. This means the user can exit the lift with both feet on the level landing. When not in use the chair folds allowing free access for pedestrian traffic.


Sit & Stand Model
This allows the user(s) of the stair lift to choose to ascend / descend the stairs in either the usual seated position or to stand on the footrest, whilst holding onto a special folding steady / security bar for stability. It is suitable for those who may have problems with bending their knees, or where multiple users with different requirements will be using the stair lift.

Stand Up Model ( Standing / Perch Seat Model)
Suitable where the stairs are narrow, or because the users legs will not bend enough to allow them to sit down on the stairlift. It is operated by the remote control system, or alternatively with the wanderlead control which can be positioned for maximum comfort and ease of operation.

Acorn 80 Curved Model
Padded seat and backrest.
Safety belt.
Swivel seat.
Safety sensors
Automatic adjusts the speed and level of the seat when moving around corners.


Other Models
. Folding Transfer platform - forms a bridge where there is a turn at the top of the stairs eg bridges two stairs, so passenger can exit / access stairlift level with top landing
. Hinged Rail at bottom of stairs. Where the lower track may be an obstacle, that section is hinged so can fold out of the way when stairlift is not in use

Warranty
12 months warranty
Service at 12 months post purchase.
Lifetime warranty on the motor.

Standards
For some types of equipment, specific Australian Standards are applicable to the materials used in, the manufacturing processes and the 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 Australian Standards.

Relevant Australian Standard for this Category
AS1735.7-1998 Stairway lifts








CONSIDERATIONS FOR USE
Various features such as seat width and height are not adjustable, therefore will not suit every user.








MODELS/STYLES
Acorn Stair Lift


Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
ACORN STAIRLIFTS PTY LTD,   ROSEVILLE, NSW
MOBILITY NOW,   HIGHETT, VIC
SCOOTERS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - DANDENONG,   SOUTH DANDENONG, VIC
SOUTHERN LIFTS,   MOORABBIN, VIC

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