Understanding Stair Lifts: Safety Features & Disabling Procedures

Stair lifts (stair chairs) run on tracks mounted to one side of your steps, parallel with the stair rail. This arrangement allows access for people who don't need the chair or for emergency use due to lift failure. The apparatus typically includes a folding chair, but users stand on some units. Some stair lifts are key operated, while others use controls mounted on the chair. Stair lifts may include top and bottom operating panels, and all have backup batteries. You can disable a chair for maintenance using several methods.

Instructions

Key Switch Systems

• 1

  Remove the key from the switch mounted on the wall at the top of the stairs, beside the operation rocker button.

• 2

  Remove the key from the lower switch at the bottom of the stairs.

• 3

  Remove the key from the operating panel located on the chair. Once all three keys have been removed, the apparatus is successfully disabled.

Remote Transmitters and Battery Backup

• 4

  Remove the battery from the battery backup system. This is usually found mounted in an accessible location underneath or near the stairs.

• 5

  Remove the batteries from all remote transmitters that you purchased with your system.

• 6

  Disengage the power cord connecting your chair lift to the electrical system.

• 7

  Identify the fuse or breaker that controls your chair. Remove the fuse or trip the breaker to disable power to the lift.