Straight stairlifts
Handicare 1000 | Simplicity Series
The benefits of a straight stairlift from Handicare
If you are thinking about installing a stairlift, The track is fitted to the stairs, not the wall, so it is
Handicare stairlifts offer you a safe and reliable unlikely you will need to redecorate following the
solution. Handicare’s stairlifts have helped thousands installation of your stairlift. Like all Handicare stairlifts the
of people overcome the problems posed by going up straight stairlifts have a battery backup which means
and down their stairs at home. it will continue to work in the event of a power cut so
you do not need to worry about being stranded up or
Stairlift tracks fall into two basic categories: straight and downstairs.
curved; it can be a little confusing to know which type
you need for your staircase. Straight stairlift tracks can
only travel in straight lines, they cannot turn a corner or
go around a bend. Handicare offers a range of straight
stairlifts to suit your needs.
Safety as standard Easy to use
All Handicare stairlifts have safety sensors on the power All Handicare stairlifts are operated by pressing or
pack and footplate; these are designed to stop the lift holding the large, robust toggle switch in the direction
if it meets any obstruction. Once stopped it can only of travel. Located at the end of the seat arm it can be
be moved in the opposite direction to the obstruction. easily operated by the hand or arm and leaves the arm
All Handicare stairlifts have a diagnostic display so that rest clear to provide unhindered support when getting
you can monitor the status of your stairlift, e.g. a safety on or off the seat.
edge has been activated.
All Handicare stairlifts also come with two remote
controls which can be used to call the stairlift
between floors. This is particularly useful in multi user
situations. These battery operated controls can be
located in wall brackets so they are to hand when
required.
Your stairlift will also come with a seat belt as
standard for additional peace of mind. Our easy
release retractable seat belt gives the added flexibility
of allowing you to fasten it to one side or centrally,
whichever is easier for you or other users.
Handicare Simplicity Handicare Simplicity L Handicare Simplicity +
If you do not require powered The SimplicityL straight stairlift For those requiring powered
options the Simplicity offers you offers you all the basic functions options, the Simplicity+ is a
a safe and cost effective way that are available on the Simplicity stylish solution to overcome the
to overcome the challenge of model plus the added benefit of challenges of climbing straight
climbing your stairs. The Simplicity a powered folding footplate as a stairs. It combines the continuous
footplate and seat swivel are standard. This means you don’t charge track of the Simplicity
manually operated. The Simplicity have to bend over to fold and with a Smart seat which means
comes with a clip seat belt as unfold the footplate. it is available in a selection of six
standard. colours. The Simplicity+ offers
the choice of manual or powered
folding footplate and swivel options.
The Simplicity Series
The Simplicity Series track offers a continuous charge function meaning that the lift can be parked on any part of
the track when it is not in use. This means you do not need to worry about where you leave your lift on the track
as the batteries will charge in any position. The Simplicity Series are compatible with the Slide Track and manual
hinge systems so if you have a doorway close to the bottom of your stairs the Simplicity Series offers you a range
of solutions to prevent the track from causing an obstruction.
Upholstery Colour Simplicity Upholstery Colour Choices Simplicity + & 1000
& Simplicity L
SAND COCOA RUBY SAND SAPPHIRE SLATE JADE
Please be aware that actual colours may vary slightly from those shown.
Handicare 1000 Outdoor stairlift
For those looking for minimal track It is not only stairs inside the home
intrusion into the staircase, the that cause problems for some people.
Handicare 1000 offers one of the Steps up to a porch or front
slimmest straight stairlift tracks on door can be equally difficult
the market. Available in a choice to climb.
of six upholstery colours, it can be
supplied with optional powered The Handicare 1000 Outdoor stairlift
features to fold the footplate and is fully waterproofed and designed to
to swivel the seat at the top of the overcome the problems caused by
staircase to allow for ease of exit. external straight runs of stairs.
The slim line aluminium track has a Like all Handicare stairlifts the outdoor
hidden rack which offers two park model has a key switch to prevent
points (as standard) which charge unauthorised use of the lift, which
the batteries at the top and bottom means it can be isolated when not
of the stairs. in use.
The Handicare 1000 can be Supplied with UV protected Slate Grey
combined with a powered hinge upholstery the Handicare Outdoor
solution to prevent the track from stairlift also comes with a waterproof
obscuring a doorway at the base cover to keep it protected from the
of the stairs. weather so it is always ready for use.
Handicare 1000 XL/XXL
NEW
The Handicare 1000 XL and XXL boast our heaviest weight Capacity
up to 200 KG
capacity at respectively 160kg and 200kg.
Comfort features Do you need a hinged track?
In order for the seat to get low enough for the user to
sit on it is necessary for the track to extend beyond
Powered swivel the staircase to the hall floor. Some houses will have
a doorway close to the bottom of the stairs and the
When you arrive at the top of the track may intrude across this. In these circumstances
stairs you will need to swivel your a hinged track should be fitted. This means that the
seat round so that you exit onto the track can be folded away from the doorway giving clear
landing safely. If you choose the access.
powered swivel option the swivel is
operated by continuing to hold the
toggle when you arrive at the top
of the staircase. The seat will move
automatically.
Powered footplate
The footplate and seat can be folded up to increase The Simplicity, Simplicity+ and 1000 are available with
available space leaving the staircase as clear a manual hinged track. The 1000 is also available with
as possible for other users. an automatic hinged track. When operating the stairlift
If you choose the from the toggle, the hinge will lift/lower automatically.
powered footplate
option it will remove
the need for you to
bend down to fold or
unfold the footplate.
The Slide Track
The Slide Track is a ground
breaking solution for use with a
Simplicity or Simplicity+ straight
Perch stairlift. This unique solution
removes the need for a hinge.
If you have restricted Instead the track moves up the
movement in the knee staircase at the same time as
or hip joint you may find the seat is moving, leaving the
sitting painful. In these doorway at the base of your
situations a perch seat stairs unobstructed.
may be the solution.
Perch seats are available on the Handicare
Simplicity+ and the 1000.
Handicare straight stairlifts: at a glance guide
Seat Options Simplicity (L) Simplicity+ 1000 1000 XL 1000 XXL
A selection of six colours means you can choose
Choice of Upholstery -
upholstery to match your décor.
To make getting in and out of the stairlift on the landing
Manual Swivel -
safe and easy.
This makes turning the stairlift seat to get in and out on
Powered Swivel -
the landing as easy as possible.
Increases the width between the arms of the Smart Seat
Arm Spacers - -
from 550mm to 590mm.
Increases the width between the arms of the Smart Seat
Extended Arm Spacers -
from 550mm to 637mm.
Extended Seat Base - Extends the Smart Seat depth from 360mm to 425mm.
Ideal for users who have difficulty bending at the hip or
Perch Seat - -
knee joint.
Outdoor Version - - - Designed for use outside, up to a front door for example.
This black belt has a central clip which is squeezed both
Clip Seat Belt - - - -
sides to operate.
This black belt has velcro on either end to hold it firmly
Velcro Seat Belt - -
in place.
This extra extra long black belt has velcro on either end
XXL Velcro Seat Belt -
to hold it firmly in place.
This retractable cream belt can be clipped together on
Retractable Seat Belt - -
one side or off centre.
Footplate Options Simplicity (L) Simplicity+ 1000 1000 XL 1000 XXL
Manual The footplate is folded and unfolded manually.
Powered from Seat * Folds the footplate away when the seat is folded up.
The footplate can be lifted and lowered by a switch under
Powered from Arm -
the arm whilst the user is seated.
Track Features Simplicity (L) Simplicity+ 1000 1000 XL 1000 XXL
Charge anywhere on track - - - Your lift charges wherever it is parked on the track.
Multiple charge points - - Use your remote control to park on charge points.
The slim track maximises the clear space on your
Slimline Anodised Track - -
staircase once your stairlift is installed.
For use when a doorway close to the top of the stairs
Zero intrusion into landing - - - -
would be obstructed by the track.
For use when a doorway close to the bottom of the stairs
Manual Hinge - -
would be obstructed by the track.
Automatically moves the track while the stairlift moves
Powered Hinge - - - -
leaving doorways unobstructed.
The track moves with the stairlift, leaving doorways clear
Slide Track - - -
and removing the need for a hinge.
Weight Capacity Simplicity (L) Simplicity+ 1000 1000 XL 1000 XXL
Standard Maximum Weight 140kg** 140kg** 137kg 160kg 200kg
Standards Compliance Simplicity (L) Simplicity+ 1000 1000 XL 1000 XXL
EN81-40
Available as standard Optional - Not available * Only available on the Simplicity L **120kg with hinge/Slide Track
Making everyday life easier
Experience Quality and safety
Convenience serves people... and lifting equipment of All our new products are delivered with 2 years warranty.
Handicare has been doing just that for more than 125
years. A Handicare stairlift stands for high quality: quality in
terms of safety, innovation, comfort and design.
With technical perfection, intelligent solutions and safe Furthermore, all our products are tested and approved
applications, Handicare’s innovations have provided not by worldwide independent inspection services. This
only greater comfort, but also more attractive stairlifts... gives you the assurance that all our products meet the
in your style, your taste. highest standards in terms of quality and safety.
Top quality in all respects make the Handicare stairlift a
valuable asset for independence around the home.
Many satisfied users experience that every day.
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