- Where can I find installation instructions?
- How hard is it to install?
- What kind of warranty do they come with?
- How much room is required to install a stairway lift?
- How much weight is the stairway lift capable of carrying?
- How much will it cost to maintain the stairway lift and have it serviced?
- Is it safe?
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When your stairlift arrive there will be a VHS video included which will walk you step by step through the installation. You can also find the installation instructions on our website under the picture of the particular unit you purchased.
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Both units have been designed for the homeowner installation. It normally takes 1-3 hours for your first stair lift installation. If desired, you may contract with us to install the lift for $500.
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The AmeriGlide AC comes with 10 year parts warranty and 5 year on the drive train. We are so confident of the quality of this lift that we provide the best warranty in the industry.
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The track on a AmeriGlide stairway lift takes up less than 10 inches of your staircase. When folded up, the unit uses less than 14 inches space. If your staircase is less than 36 inches wide, it is recommended you sit the user in a chair that is up against a wall, and measure the distance from the wall to the users knees. Once this information is forwarded to the us we can assist you with determining if you have enough room to use your lift.
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The AmeriGlide stairlift is rated at 300 lbs capacity. This is designed for use by one person at a time.
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The AmeriGlide stairlift is unique in this area as it is the only lift manufactured that makes the claim-no maintenance needed-during the warranty period of the lift - AND it has the longest standard warranty of any american manufacturer, covering all parts (except upholstery wear and tear - labor not included) for a period of 10 years. Most other units use rack and pinion drives requiring regular lubrication with grease.
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Several features are designed into the AmeriGlide AC lift to assure the safety of both the user and others within the home. The footrest has safety sensors to stop the lift in either direction should it strike anything on the stairs. A swivel safety switch makes sure the seat is in the proper position before allowing the unit to run, and a seat belt is standard. The aircraft cable used for lifting has mechanical and electrical safeties to stop the lift if the cable is not properly tensioned along with a rating of 4,200 lbs. Limit switches shut the unit off in the same place at the top and bottom of the stairs automatically. The constant pressure controls are designed to stop the lift the second the controls are released. This is all part of making sure you and your family members will be safe.
