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Stairfriend Stairlift Owner’s Manual (To Be Retained by Owner After Installation by Authorized Savaria Dealer) Part No. 000914 03-m12-2013...
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IMPORTANT Ensure that only an authorized Savaria Dealer installs and services the Savaria Stairfriend Stairlift. Under no circumstances is anyone other than a dealer with Savaria training and authorization to install, adjust, or service any mechanical or electrical device on this equipment. Failure to follow this warning can result in safety system compromises or defeat;...
To ensure safe operation of this equipment, pay careful attention to the important notes below. • Read this manual carefully before using the Stairfriend Stairlift. • To prevent accidents, adhere strictly to the instructions in this manual and keep clear of moving parts at all times.
2. SPECIFICATIONS Stairfriend Specifications Residential, indoor, curved stairs Applications Commercial - varies by region; contact your authorized Savaria dealer for details Load capacity 350 lb (160 kg) Maximum travel 32 ft (9.75 m) Travel speed 20 ft/min (0.1 m/s); 12 ft/min (0.06 m/s) at bends Range of incline 0°...
There is an optional emergency stop button that would be located on the arm. Pressing this button will stop the unit immediately. Overspeed Brake (Optional) There is an optional overspeed brake that will engage and stop the lift if the normal downward travel speed is exceeded. Part No. 000914, 03-m12-2013 Stairfriend Owner’s Manual...
ON position. Once the key switch is turned on, flip the red ON/OFF power switch located on the front top left of the carriage to the ON position. Figure 2 Key switch (under seat) Stairfriend Owner’s Manual Part No. 000914, 03-m12-2013...
11 To allow for more room on the stairway when the stairlift is not in use, swivel the seat back to the riding position, and then fold up the seat, armrests, and footrest. Part No. 000914, 03-m12-2013 Stairfriend Owner’s Manual...
4 Rotate the tool clockwise for the unit to travel up the stairs and counter-clockwise for the unit to travel down the stairs. 5 When complete, remove the tool and insert the rubber plug back into the hole. Figure 3 Manual lowering tool Stairfriend Owner’s Manual Part No. 000914, 03-m12-2013...
1 Check that the seat is swiveled and locked in the riding position. 2 Check around the footrest and carriage for any obstructions. If the stairlift does not operate, contact your authorized Savaria dealer. Stairlift emits beeping sound If at any time while the stairlift is not in motion, the unit emits a beeping sound that lasts for approximately 20 seconds, this means that the stairlift is not charging.
Check the operation of the overspeed brake (if installed). Every 6 months Lubricate the rollers using white lithium grease. As required Lubricate the seat swivel system using wheel bearing grease. As required Stairfriend Owner’s Manual Part No. 000914, 03-m12-2013...
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