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  • Pride Mobility 358 Small Electric Lift Chair, Marine
    By Five Wheel Scooters on July 21st, 2009 | No Comments Comments

    THIS CHAIR QUICK SHIPS IN 2 DAYS! Comfort and style complement one another perfectly in Pride’s Heritage Colleciton Lift Chairs. With an array of plush fabrics to fit any decor and a superior design that that provides exceptional strength, Pride’s Heritage Collection chairs deliver style and durability that will last for years to come. Plus, Pride’s Heritage Collection offers numerous standard features, superb comfort, and quiet and smooth performance – all at a great value! Chairs come standard with head and arm covers, and large dual pockets. Removable back means no tools required. Integrated battery backup in case of power failure, plus a heavy duty lift actuator and scissor mechanism. Please see brochure for full specifications.

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  • Casual Lift Chair CL15KD – New Chestnut (vinyl)
    By Five Wheel Scooters on July 18th, 2009 | No Comments Comments

    ** Product Options-> Color: New Chestnut (vinyl) ** The Pride Mobility Casual Lift Chair delivers superb value and excellent comfort with features like an innovative arm design and overstuffed fiber-filled backs. In addition, the Casual Line delivers superb comfort, solid performance and home-enhancing, contemporary, style while remaining very affordable.

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  • The 10 Key Steps to Buying a Stair Chair Lift –...
    By Five Wheel Scooters on July 16th, 2009 | No Comments Comments

    The 10 Key Steps to Buying Stairlifts

    1) Determine if the stairlift user has the physical ability to be able to get into the seat of a stairlift.

    2) Review your stair dimensions to confirm there is sufficient room to accommodate a stairlift

    3) Determine if a straight stairlift will fit your needs or is a custom curved stairlift required.

    4) Research the different manufacturers.

    5) Confirm which stairlift model best suites the specific stairlift user height and weight and best fits your stair measurements.

    6) Weigh the pros and cons of a self installed option.

    7) Receive installed stairlift prices from local companies.

    8) Research the local stairlift installer reputation.

    9) Schedule the stairlift installation.

    10) Receive an on site demonstration of the stairlift showing safety features, common service issues and features of the stairlift.

    Bob Harvey is founder and CEO of SILVER CROSS. The mandate
    of SILVER CROSS is to find the end user a lower cost alternative
    to stair lift needs. Recycled stair chair lifts are sourced
    though an international network of prescreened affiliates.

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  • Buying a Lift Chair on a Budget – by Richard St...
    By Five Wheel Scooters on July 16th, 2009 | No Comments Comments

    Buying a Lift Chair on a Budget

    Many people today find themselves having trouble getting up from a sitting position. A quality lift chair can increase mobility, comfort, and independence without having to break the bank. The best way to save money when buying a lift chair is to know exactly what you or your loved one need.

    Buying Used

    You should only consider lift chairs made by an established company and only purchase from authorized distributors. Pride Mobility Products and Golden Technologies are two of the most established companies in the lift chair business.

    When you purchase any used product you may just be inheriting someone else’s problem. You may save a few dollars upfront, but often you end up spending that saved money, and then some, on repair bills. When buying used, you also have the added responsibility of arranging delivery or pick-up from the seller. This can be a chore since lift chairs weigh twice what a standard recliner weighs and will require two people to move.

    Most lift chair distributors offer free curbside delivery and provide the un-boxing and setup for a nominal fee. Dealing with reputable distributors will help to guarantee that you will have years of trouble free service from your chair.

    Correct Weight Capacity and Dimensions

    It is very important to have the correct dimensions in mind when shopping for a lift chair. This can be accomplished by measuring your current standard recliner or any cushioned chair that you find comfortable.

    A close approximation of the Back Width, Seat to Floor Height, Seat Depth, and Seat Width are necessary to accurately fit a lift chair to the individual.

    Lift Chairs typically have a single motor with a capacity of 325-375 lbs or two motors which can lift up to 600lbs. If you get a chair that is too small then there will be unnecessary wear and tear to the motor and lifting mechanism. If the chair is too large, then the user will not be lifted to the recommended flat footed position.
    Lift chairs are available in four different reclining positions. Positions can be changed with the push of a button via a remote that can be mounted on either side of the chair. This makes it makes it much easier for the user to adjust positions than the traditional lever style recliners.

    Positioning Levels

    Lifting Chairs do not recline and are smaller than reclining models. This makes them more portable and ideal for situations where space is at a premium.
    2-Position Chairs offer Straight Back and TV recline. TV Recline is at the right level to watch TV or read.
    3-Position Chairs have Straight Back, TV recline, and Full Recline. This provides for a near horizontal recline.
    Infinite Position Chairs offer independently operated back and leg movement that allows the user to adjust to any position from straight to sleep recline. With infinite positions you can fine tune the lift chair to find the position that is best for you.

    Richard is a free lance writer and reviewer for a variety of disability related organizations.

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