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Acorn Straight Stairlifts

Method of lift operation
* Constant pressure paddle switch on end of both armrests as well as two push button remote controls
* Smooth start / stop action
* Key switch to isolate
* Diagnostic display

Track
* Anodised aluminium extrusion with steel toothed drive rack
* Outdoor rack rust proofed

Track mounting
* Fits quickly and easily to the stairs, not the wall - requires no structural changes to your home

Armrests
* Lift up, unpadded moulded armrests

Footrest
* Slip resistant covering
* Folding

Seat
* Swivel, lift up, fabric padded on indoor model, and vinyl padded on outdoor model
* A retractable belt is standard
* 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.
* Optional hinged rail designed to eliminate any obstruction or trip hazard
* Back up battery

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
* Outdoor models are supplied with a waterproof cover for the motor and drive parts.

Acorn 180 Curved Stairlift

Method Of Lift Operation
* Directional rocker switch on the end of one or other chair arm. Smooth Stop/ Start. On/Off switch and optional keyswitch isolator
* Separate levelling motor electronically monitors travel and ensure the seat is kept level on gradient changes

Track
* Powder coated aluminium extrusion with rack and pinion drive
* Mounted direct to stair treads

Armrests
* Fold-up moulded armrests with padded top surface

Footrest
* Slip resistant covering
* Folding

Seat
* Padded fold up seat
* Swivel seat feature allows the user to turn the seat to face the landing at the top of the stairs, with both feet on the landing.
* Retractable seatbelt as standard
* self-levelling carriage moves along the modular rail system

Safety
* Obstacle sensors stop the lift if it meets an obstruction
* Electronic and mechanical overspeed brakes prevent uncontrolled descent
* On-board diagnostic system monitors operation of the lift and allows easy identification of the lift status for operation and fault diagnosis
* Can operate through a power outage
* Automatic powered hinges can be fitted when there is an opening or doorway at the foot of the stairs
* Back up battery

Power
* 24v DC Power from maintenance free NiCd batteries
* Automatic onboard charging system ensures batteries are ready for the next journey

Specification
* Each Acorn 180 is custom built to suit each staircase, with options for accommodating both flat and winding turns, and travelling on the inside or outside of the bends
* Detail specification must be confirmed at a home assessment visit by a trained stairlift surveyor

Considerations

Lift registration
In NSW the owner or controller of the lift (if not the owner) is required to register their lift with WorkCover. They need to complete the WorkCover form PIR (Plant Item Registration)January 2011 Application for the registration of an item of plant

A fee of $65 is charged for a lift installed in a public place. There is no charge for a lift installed in a private home. The applicant must state that the plant has been inspected by a competent person and is safe to operate (use).

It is compulsory that the lift in a public place be inspected annually by a competent person. WorkCover requires payment for registration as well as an annual fee.

Place Of Manufacture

Acorn Stairlifts (UK)

Price Guide

Contact supplier for pricing

Models

Two models re available.

* Straight Stairlifts - The Acorn 130 Stairlift
* Curved Stairlifts - The Acorn 180 Curved Stairlift

Options

* Hinged rail

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.