Handicare Xclusive, User Manual

FOREWORD

Your Xclusive stairlift is a sophisticated product that has been specifically developed to
carry one person (max 130 kg/20½ stone/286 lbs) sitting on the seat. Before using
your Xclusive 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

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your name, address, postcode, town and telephone number

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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. 

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
     

12   USER 

MANUAL