Description
The Handicare 1000 is a battery-powered straight stairlift with a measured rail and a choice of seated or semi-standing travel.
Who can use this lift?
- It suits someone who can transfer to the Smart seat or use the Perch semi-standing seat. A person unable to transfer needs another access plan.
- A staircase with a turn needs the custom Handicare Freecurve.
- The Smart seat is rated 350 lb (159 kg), with a 440 lb (200 kg) upgrade; the Perch is limited to 300 lb (136 kg). These choices cannot be combined into one higher Perch rating.
Will it fit the staircase?
- The straight rail covers a 21 to 56 degree incline and up to 32 ft of travel. It fixes to the stair treads after measuring.
- The folded lift projects 15-1/4 in from the wall, or 25-5/8 in open. Check stairs, bottom doorway and landing clearance.
What happens during a power cut?
The 24 V battery can make several trips without mains power. Park at a top or bottom charging point when idle; leaving it away until the battery fails is outside warranty cover.
Which options matter?
The Smart seat comes in sand, cocoa or slate. The Perch supports a semi-standing posture. A site measure determines any rail or landing options; an outdoor package is offered only for suitable moderate climates.
What about service after installation?
Stairlifts bought from us include two free service calls during the labour warranty period; after those, travel and site visit fees apply, while labour for covered repairs stays waived. Leaving the lift off its charging point until the batteries fail is not covered. See stairlift service.
What else should I compare?
The indoor Handicare 1100 has a covered rail but shorter maximum travel. See straight stairlifts after measuring. A stairlift assessment checks the route.
Frequently asked questions
Can the 1000 use a curved staircase?
No. Its rail is straight. A staircase with a turn needs a rail made to measure for that route.
Can it be installed outdoors in Ontario?
An outdoor package is offered for moderate climates. We confirm whether the measured site suits it before you order.
What does the warranty require?
Parts are covered for 24 months, with separate motor and gearbox terms of 10 years indoors and 5 years outdoors. Regular inspection and maintenance records are required; see the warranty.
Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 350 lbs (159 kg) standard; 440 lbs (200 kg) with the Smart seat; 300 lbs (136 kg) on the Perch seat
- Installation
- Fixed to the stair treads; measured on site and the rail cut to suit the staircase
- Rail
- Anodized aluminium with a hidden gear rack; white chair and carriage
- Folded depth
- 15-1/4 in (384 mm) folded; 25-5/8 in (651 mm) unfolded, measured from the wall
- Stair incline range
- 21 to 56 degrees (27 to 52 degrees with the hinged rail)
- Maximum rail length
- 32 ft (9.75 m) maximum travel
- Seat options
- Smart seat or Perch seat, each in sand, cocoa or slate; outdoor chair in slate only
- Swivel
- Manual seat swivel standard; power swivel available
- Footrest
- Folding footrest with a non-skid covering; power footrest available
- Hinge and parking options
- Manual or power hinge for a door at the bottom landing; rail extension brackets for a door at the top
- Controls
- Toggle on the armrest, key switch, and two remote controls to call the lift
- Power
- 24 VDC battery with charging points at the top and bottom; several trips during a power failure
- Speed
- 13 ft/min (0.07 m/s)
- Safety features
- Obstacle sensor on the footrest and carriage, seat swivel lock, retractable seat belt, overspeed governor, emergency stop
- Available colours
- Sand, cocoa or slate seat upholstery; outdoor chair and cover in slate
- Outdoor use
- Outdoor package for moderate climates: UV-protected parts, zinc-coated hardware, slate seat and cover
- Warranty
- 24 months on parts; motor and gearbox 10 years indoors and 5 years outdoors
- Product type
- Straight stairlift, battery powered, for indoor or outdoor use
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
Documents
Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Warranty details
Savaria warrants the Handicare 1000 straight stairlift against part failures caused by defective material or workmanship. Cover starts on the date the stairlift ships from Savaria.
- Parts: 24 months, repaired or replaced at Savaria's option.
- Motor and gearbox: 10 years installed indoors, 5 years installed outdoors.
- Labour for troubleshooting, removal or replacement is not part of the maker's warranty.
- Covers the original purchaser only; not transferable.
- Requires installation and regular maintenance by an authorized Savaria dealer, as set out in the owner's manual.
- Excludes batteries and other consumables, upholstery, buttons and trim, and damage from accident, misuse, poor maintenance, overloading or modification.
Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
