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Many households have decks or patio areas that are accessible by
a stair case located outdoors. For those with conditions that
affect their mobility, an outdoor stair case can present a
daunting challenge. Luckily, there are many options available
for those that need an outdoor stair lift.

All stair lifts are composed of four basic components; the
track, the drive train, the chassis, and the seat. The drive
train is located inside of the chassis and consists of the gears
or pulleys that propel the chassis and seat up and down the
track. The drive train can be either rack and pinion or cable
driven. Rack and pinion systems utilize gears and a toothed rail
along the track. Cable driven systems use a high strength
aluminum cable that is wound around a pulley inside of the
chassis.

The stair lift track is the portion that is actually mounted to
the stairs and supports the weight of the chassis, seat, and
rider. Depending on the type of stair lift, the track also
houses the toothed gears for rack and pinion lifts and the high
strength cable for the cable driven lifts.

The chassis contains the electric motor that moves the lift up
the rail. The seat is mounted on top of the chassis enclosure
and usually folds up while not in use.

There are a few factors to consider when installing a stair lift
on an existing stair case. Special attention must be paid to the
material that the steps are constructed from. Concrete steps
will require different types of fasteners than wooden steps.
Also, the length of the stair case must be measured in order to
obtain an accurate price quote from a distributor. Each stair
lift track is custom cut to the home owner's specifications and
the length will affect the final price of the stair lift.

For a straight stair case, a stair lift is a safe and economical
solution but for outdoor use the chassis and track of the stair
lift must be sealed to protect against the elements. Also, the
seat must be of a marine grade vinyl or similar material to
withstand sunlight and moisture. Most outdoor models also
include a cover for the seat so that it is protected when not in
use.

About the author: James Burrow
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