The Make of a Stairlift
Although equipped with a battery, stairlifts – or chair lifts – are typically designed to receive power to run from your home’s electricity. However, in the event of a power outage, Harmar’s stairlift batteries will help you maintain use of your lift for up to 60 cycles, or roundtrips up and down your staircase.
The Stairlift’s Battery During a Power Outage
Because stairlift batteries require charging when not in use, many stairlift manufacturers have developed lifts that can provide a specific number of trips to help keep you independent and safe on the stairs during a power outage. However, Harmar’s stairlift batteries, depending on the age of the battery and length of the rail, can provide up to 60 cycles up and down your stairs.
Please note that once power is lost at home, the stairlift will beep to alert you that it is not receiving any power from your home. It is recommended to power off your stairlift when it’s not in use to preserve the battery – and silence the beeping.
When Power Returns to Your Home
Once the power has been restored to your home, turn on your stairlift. The beeping should not resume, nor should you require any assistance from your Harmar Dealer or support.
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Stairlift Buyers Guide: Straight Stairlift Installation Process
Depending on the length and staircase, straight stairlifts can typically be installed by one or two professional installers, as they are much less involved than many custom curved stairlifts.
Stairlift Buyers Guide: Curved Stairlift Installation Process
Curved stairlifts can be more involved, compared to straight stairlifts, due to their custom design and potentially intricate rails.
Stairlift Options, Models, and Features: Pinnacle, Summit, and Helix
Stairlifts, or sometime called “chair lifts,” can be designed for use indoors or out with either a curved or straight rail, depending on the need and layout of the home.
Stairlifts Grants and Funding Opportunities
Government and private grants and other funding opportunities can help such individuals to improve their quality of life. However, searching and applying for funding opportunities can be stressful.
