Lift Chair Safety Tips For Families And Caregivers

Simple habits that help keep lift chair users, children and pets safe every day.

Lift chairs make standing and sitting easier, but like any powered furniture they need some care. These simple habits can help.

Everyday use

• Keep the hand control within reach, with its cable clear of moving parts.
• Make sure the chair is fully lowered before sitting down.
• Wait until the chair stops moving before standing.

Around the chair

• Check under and behind the chair before you move it.
• Keep children and pets away from the mechanism.
• Leave enough room behind the chair for it to recline.

Weekly checks

Look at the cables for damage and make sure plugs are firmly seated. If the hand control behaves strangely, stop and check it.

When to stop using it

Stop and unplug the chair if you notice a burning smell, sparks, a swollen battery or unusual movement. Ask a doctor or therapist about how to use a chair safely with any specific health needs.

For repair help, read what to do when a lift chair won't lift.