Handicare 1100 User manual

Handicare 1100

Powered Style seat

Thank you for choosing a Handicare stairlift.
This manual is for the HANDICARE 1100 lift
type,
and includes instructions for the
standard features and optional upgrades.

OPTIONS
POWERED SWIVEL page 11 POWERED FOOTREST
page 12 HINGED RAILpage 13 SLIDE TRACK
page 14

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FOREWORD
Your Handicare 1100 stairlift is a sophisticated product for indoor use only
that has been specifically developed to carry one person sitting on the seat.
Before using your
Handicare 1100 stairlift please read this manual thoroughly to familiarise
yourself with how to operate your stairlift. Your stairlift has been constructed

with state of the art technology and in accordance with recognised safety
regulations so you can be sure that you have a safe and reliable solution.
Nevertheless, incorrect use of the stairlift may cause risk to the user or third
parties, damage to your stairlift or other goods. Use your stairlift only when it
is in good working order, in accordance with the intended use described
above and with due attention to this manual. Always keep this manual near
the stairlift.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Should issues arise that are not covered by this document please contact
your supplier. Their Service department staff will always be pleased to help
you. To help them identify your product please have the following details to
hand when you call them:
•this manual
•your name, address, postcode, town and telephone number
stairlift serial number which can be found on the label located on the power
pack underneath the seat.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using the stairlift always observe appropriate safety regulations
regarding risk of electric shock and physical injury.
1. Provide an unobstructed environment by ensuring that the entire track is
free of obstacles. Keep the rail free from oil and ice.
2. Take environmental influences into account. Do not expose the lift to damp
or extreme sunlight. Make sure that the environment is well lit.
3. The stairlift should only be used by individuals who have received the
appropriate guidance. On installation the supplier is required to
demonstrate how to use this stairlift and the user is required to sign
the declaration confirming that this instruction has been received.
4. Stairlifts should only be used for carrying one person: do not use your
stairlift to carry pets, goods or more than one person at a time, even if
the load is below the maximum user weight. Keep children and pets
away from the stairlift.
5. Remove the key after use to prevent unauthorised use.
6. Keep limbs and clothing away from moving parts. Make sure that wide or
loose clothing cannot become trapped between the chair and the stairs
or rail.
7. Ensure a safe position during use. Always ensure a correct, stable
position. Please sit as far back in the seat as you can and place your
feet as close to the centre of the footplate as you are able to. Always
use the safety belt and never stand on the stairlift. 8. Take care at all
times. Concentrate on the operation of the stairlift as releasing the
operating toggle will cause the lift to stop. To restart the lift wait 3 seconds

and push and hold the toggle in the direction of travel desired until you
reach the landing
or hallway.
9. Check for damage. Before use check the lift for external damage. Don’t
use the lift if parts are defective or missing (e.g. track end caps of the
slidetrack). Report unusual noises, such as squeaking and creaking, to
your supplier. To avoid accidents repairs and preventive maintenance
should only be carried out by engineers qualified to do so.
10.The stairlift must not be used in the event of a fire or as a means of escape
during a fire. 11.If the stairlift is not fitted with a communication device, we
recommend that you always have one to hand.
Structure
The strength and the suitability in general of wall, staircases, terraces, upper
floors, banisters, plinths etc. which are to support or surround the installation
have been verified and ensured by the customer, who therefore accepts all
relative responsibilities. Neither Handicare nor its authorised dealers may be
held responsible for the suitability of the structures which surround and
support the installation.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning
Clean the stairlift regularly with a damp cloth; avoid excessive use of water.
Clean the rail regularly with a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush. Ensure the
track is kept free of dirt and dust. Any dirt on the rail can easily be removed
with a slightly damp cloth. Under no cir- cumstances should you use cleaning
product when cleaning the rail. The use of lubricant on the rail is also not
permitted. After a while, the wheels may leave marks on the rails.
Preventive maintenance
In addition to cleaning your stairlift, periodic preventive maintenance is
necessary for continued long-term use.
Your stairlift must be serviced at least once a year by a qualified person. If
your stairlift has more than two users we recommend a minimum of two
services per year.
Please make an electrical socket available to provide local lighting if required
during inspection and servicing. Lighting to a minimum value of 50 lux shall be
provided at the boarding points whilst the stairlift is in use. Most light bulb
packaging will detail the lux value of the light bulb.
GUARANTEE AND LIABILITY
The manufacturer guarantees that this stairlift (excluding batteries) will be
repaired free of charge should manufacturing and/or material defects occur
within 24 months of the purchase date, during normal use in accordance with
the recommended user, installation and maintenance instructions. Damage

caused by normal wear and tear, overloading or misuse and the replacement
of batteries in the remote control is not covered by this guarantee.
We recommend that your stairlift is serviced annually by an appropriately
qualified stairlift engineer.
Under no circumstances can the manufacturer accept responsibility for death,
personal injury, damage to property, or incidental, unforeseen consequences
and/or costs or damage resulting from the use of your stairlift.
The carrying out of alterations to the product is not permitted and doing so
will invalidate the warranty. The manufacturer is not liable for damage
resulting from such alterations. The manufacturer accepts no liability for
damage or injury caused by the non or inadequate observance of the safety
regulations and instructions in this manual, or by negligence during the
installation, use, maintenance and repair of this stairlift. Installation and
servicing should only be carried out by dealers or installers/service
engineers authorised by the manufacturer in accordance with local
regulations. The wall mounted remote controls operate on a infrared
frequency; Handicare is unable to accept responsibility for system
inoperability in the unlikely event of interference from signals external to this
stairlift.