Are Home Lifts Safe? Seven Safety Systems for Homes with Children and Elderly People
TLDR

Your home lift can be used with confidence when you choose a model that meets the relevant requirements. Installed correctly and users understand the safety system You should check at least 7 things: SensorStop when you encounter an obstacle. Doors and opening barriers emergency stop button Help system when power goes out emergency contact usage control andMaintenance
Are home lifts safe for children and the elderly?
Safety does not depend on just one word: screw-drive system or European standards. You have to look at the design of that model. Protecting against common vulnerabilities, installations, and user behavior Homes with small children must pay attention to access to the door opening point. As for the house that hasElderly peopleEmphasis must be placed on the controls, balance, and steps when the machine stops.
Ascenda Minivator useScrew drive systemFor traveling between two floors The brand website states references to standards EN 81-41 and ASME 17.1, but buyers should request certification documents matching the model and market for which they are purchased. Ready to inspect the actual equipment before delivery.
7 Home lift safety for children and the elderly

1. Safety innovation “Hatch”
Safety innovation”Hatch” It is the exclusive, award-winning innovation of Ascenda Lift. iF Design Helps to save space, use the space of the house in a superior way. and specifically meets the needs of installing a lift for a two-storey house.
2. Safety system, safety plate or Safety Pan How to stop the lift when it encounters an obstacle?
Safety system, safety plate or Safety Pan When the safety plate touches an object The lift will stop working. The principle is to reduce risk when there are obstacles in the location detected by the system.
3. Anti-fall door (Guardian Gate) How to prevent falls?

Ascenda Size S DB200439 Sunny World Chemicals Ekkamai with Gate (4)
Installing a home lift through the floor (Through-the-Floor) Not suitable for installation using a fall protection door (Guardian Gate) We therefore developed the “Hatch” innovation to help save space. and is very safe, the guard door (Guardian Gate) is therefore suitable for installing lifts with spaces between floors (Open-Void) includes the middle of the stairs (Middle of Stairs) or installed as a mezzanine and with openings between floors. Therefore, the barrier system and entrance lock must be seriously examined. Ascenda has an example project. Size S The Guardian Gate is used to block the entrance to the upper floors when the lift is not on that floor.
Protection of openings must be suitable.Installation formatof each house This includes ensuring that the system only opens when in a safe position. Do not assume that all installations use the same type of barrier.
4. Where should the emergency stop button be located and how to use it?
The emergency stop button must be visible and accessible according to the design of the installed model. The user should be instructed on when to press And after stopping, we have to wait for someone to check. You should not force the door open or repair the system yourself.
For families with elderly people Reach should be tested from standing, sitting, and usingWheelchairAccording to the actual usage pattern Including letting family members know how to call for help.
5. How does the Ascenda lift work when the power goes out?
If the power goes out, the system will switch to usingSpare battery The user must press a button to take the lift down to the ground floor. and open the door according to the steps in the manual. The important point is that you should not use the word “Automatically download” if the purchased model works as a user presses a button.
You should make an appointment for the technician to demonstrate the steps on the day of delivery. Check the battery condition according to the instructions. and keep the manual within reach of the family.
6. How can the internal telephone system help in emergencies?
Intercomthat uses a SIM card What should actually be inspected is not just the machine itself. but also includes telephone signals Contact number and how to call from inside the lift when the door is closed Families may designate two answerers. and test calls at appropriate intervals to ensure that the system is ready for use
7. How can regular inspections help reduce the risk of use?
Ascenda Lift Maintenance once a year and2 year warranty Significant cost and time savings Compared to other lift systems After finding an abnormal sound, a jammed door, or a notification of an error Stop using it according to the manual and contact the service team. You should not fix the safety system yourself to get the lift back in motion.

Standard EN 81-41 And what does ASME 17.1 tell homeowners?
StandardIt is a framework for design and safety requirements. But mentioning the name of the standard is not equivalent to verifying the compliance of the actual installed machine. Model-specific documents should be requested. User manual and installer information
Also consider whether the lift is suitable for the number of floors, weight rating, and users of that home. Ascenda Minivator It is proposed as a home lift for two floors. If you must travel more than that, you must consult another model.
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Ascenda Minivator are Lift and Escalator in accordance with the America Standard (ASME A17.1:2019), ADA Compliant lifts and Canada Standard (CSA B44:2019) by the notified body Intertek.
Ascenda Minivator is quality management system with ISO9001:2015 and Environmental management systems with ISO14001:2015 by TÜV Rheinland
"Fold Down Seat" and "Intuitive Handrial Control" are except on S Size where these features do not fit due to small size of cabin
FULL OPTIONS
Fully equipped with "comprehensive" accessories.
Automatic saloon doors for premium luxury and improved accessibility and tempered laminated full glass shaft.
Automatic Saloon doors Panoramic glass ceilingNot just about aesthetics, it comes with a fan to enhance ventilation during lift operation. It also features full-panel panoramic glass, offering a 360-degree view in all directions.
INTUITIVE HANDRAIL CONTROLErgonomically designed handrails are included as part of the standard equipment, along with a remote control for added convenience.
FOLD DOWN SEATWe have designed the lift with features to enhance convenience, including a fold down seat.
Superior safetyWe have designed the lift with safety in mind for both ascending and descending, using Safety Pan technology. When it detects contact with an object, the lift will immediately stop functioning.
An advanced innovation: the inter-floor closure panel (Hatch). When the lift is in use and descends to the lower floor, the panel closes the gap between floors, allowing unrestricted use of the upper space.
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