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IL500 Sierra Incline – A Convenient Space-saving Residential Platform Lift

Author: Jai Gaitonde
by Jai Gaitonde
Posted: Jun 03, 2015

Climbing up and down the stairs can prove to be difficult task for seniors or people with mobility issues. Assistive devices help in such situations and stair lifts are an ideal option. These devices remove accessibility barriers, allowing users to travel easily over a flight of stairs either in a seated or other convenient position. Popular manufacturers offer different innovative models of stair lifts integrated with advanced functionalities and technical specifications for different types of staircases. Let’s look at a premium quality model – the IL500 Sierra Incline Platform Lift from Harmar, which is meant for an inclined staircase.

IL500 Sierra – Energy Efficient Device

Ideal for indoor and outdoor residential use, this model is an ideal choice wherever a stairway lift or vertical platform lift is not appropriate. Designed to carry a wide range of wheelchairs and scooters, this lift platform folds up to just 13" wide when not in use and allows easy access to the stairs. It is equipped with auto-folding ramps on both ends of the platform.

This inclined platform lift is based on the proven SL600 Pinnacle Stair Lift drive system and uses the same track. The safety sensors integrated on carriage and platform stops the lift instantly when obstacles are encountered in its path.

The IL500 Sierra that features a unique energy-efficient worm drive system and requires no messy grease or lubricants. The lift can be easily installed without making any wall modifications, thereby saving significant time and installation cost. The device directly mounts to the stairs and not the wall, so that the main carry load is supported by step brackets.

This residential stair lift model is integrated with a wide range of safety features such as overspeed governor, upper and lower final limit, under-platform safety pan obstruction sensors, non-skid surface, ramp obstruction sensors, upper and lower landing limits and drive chassis obstruction sensors. Some of the other features include –

>> Wall mounted guide rail doubles as a convenient hand rail

>> Two wireless remotes

>> Platform options: Right, Left, 90-degree, and 25" or 27.5" widths

>> Outdoor package available

>> Only 13" from the wall when folded

>> Every unit is weight-tested before shipping

>> Convenient and ease of use

>> Travel - 40 feet maximum (12.2 meter max)

>> Speed - 14 feet per minute (4.3 meters per minute)

>> Drive - Rack and worm gear/24VDC 1/8 hp motor w/ brake

>> Rated load - 500 lbs. (227 kg)

>> Control circuit - 24 VDC

>> Controls - Constant pressure rocker switch on platform. Infrared Call / Send Control

>> Power supply - 115 VAC 15 amp grounded circuit

>> Folded width - 13" folded (33 cm)

Find a Reliable Dealer

To purchase Harmar’s IL500 Sierra Incline Platform Lift, find a reliable dealer of accessibility equipment. An established supplier will ensure installation as well as support services such as inspection, repair and maintenance.

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Author: Jai Gaitonde

Jai Gaitonde

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