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SWIVEL SEAT
Swivel Seat
For safety, the seat is locked into one of two positions.
In the normal travel position, the seat will be locked into
position with your back parallel to the rail. This is so you
do not catch your feet on the steps during travel. The lift
will not travel unless the seat is locked into this position.
The Plus with Powered Swivel model is fitted with an automatic,
powered swivel. The seat will swivel automatically to allow
easy access when the lift reaches the top of the stairs. It will
then swivel back into the correct position before you start your
downwards journey.
To manually swivel the seat on models without Powered Swivel,
operate one of the Seat Swivel Levers (10), and swivel towards
the landing until the seat comes to a stop then release the
lever to lock the seat in place. Make sure the seat is locked
before you try to sit down or get up from it. To operate, lift the
lever for a Standard Model, push down the lever for a Plus
Model.
To return the seat to the normal travel position, operate one of
the Seat Swivel Levers (10) and swivel away from the landing
until the seat comes to a stop then release the lever to lock the
seat in place. The seat only swivels at the top of the stairs. If you
try to swivel the seat while the lift is moving, the chair will stop.
Safety Edges
The footrest and the motor unit are fitted with Safety Edges (7).
These are pressure pads which will stop the lift if they come
into contact with any obstructions.
If the lift stops because it has encountered an obstruction,
a fault code will be displayed on the diagnostic display.
Wait two or three seconds, then reverse away from the
obstruction.
Lap Belt
The Lap Belt (11) holds you safely on the seat as you climb or
descend the stairs. The Standard model clips together in the
centre. Push the 2 plastic clips together to release. The Plus
model belt is like a car seat belt, this extends from the holder
to clip into a socket. Push the red button to release. The lap
belt must be used every time the stairlift is used. Do not undo
the lap belt until the chair reaches the end of the track.
