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Stairfriend 23 Curved Stairlift

Designed for indoor access over stairs with multiple levels, curves or intermediate landings
Double rail custom bent to exact specifications; out-of-the-way parking option
Quiet, smooth-riding operation with 300 lb capacity and optional 350 lb capacity
Choice of 2 seat styles to suit your comfort needs
Suitable for residential use and commercial applications in some regions*
Battery operated; allows operation during a power outage
For straight stairs, see the K2 stairlift

The Stairfriend 23 model replaces the original Stairfriend. Please note that the Stairfriend 23 is not currently available for purchase in Quebec (see the original Stairfriend).

*Please contact Savaria or your local authorized dealer for commercial applications. The original Stairfriend may be available for some commercial applications.

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Features

Battery powered: Operates through power interruptions with charging stations at top and bottom and optional intermediate landings.
On-board controls: With soft start and smooth stop operation, seat swivels and locks into position for safe boarding and deboarding, retractable seat belt.
Radio frequency remote controls: Offer greater range and control of device from other rooms.
Overspeed governor and obstruction sensors: To stop the chair if it meets an object in both up or down travel directions.
Reliable rack and pinion drive: With sturdy, twin steel tube rail construction.
Custom-built: For curves, turns, landings and parking, and can be mounted on either side of stairs.
LED status lights: To advise of any issues.
Finish options: Choice of seat with wipe-clean synthetic leather.
Warranty: 36 months parts. Please see complete details here.

Options

Options: Choice of seat, 90º or 180º parking, top or bottom overrun, keyless access, emergency stop button, extra-long seatbelt and 5-point harness.

Specifications

Applications: Residential, commercial*, indoor.
Standard capacity: 300 lb (136 kg), optional 350 lb (160 kg)
Maximum travel: 84' (25.60 m)
Nominal speed: 20 ft/min, (0.1 m/s), 12 ft/min (0.06 m/s) through curves.
Motor: 0.6 hp, 24V (DC)
Fold-up depth: 16.25" (413 mm)
Fold-out depth: 27" (686 mm), with offset footrest: 25.75" (660 mm),
with small footrest: 25" (640 mm)
Range of incline: 0˚ to 56˚
*where permitted by code