Dear Joanne,
I am afraid that as the manufacturer we only recommend that authorised Minivator Dealers remove or install Stairlifts as the consequence of an incorrect installation can be severe. If a mobility dealer has supplied you with a secondhand unit we would suggest that they should have left the lift in working order so maybe they could help?
This website will not allow us to post a response with contact details but if you email our enquiries address and let us have your postcode we can give you the details of dealers in your area. They may offer a call out service.
Alternatively we do offer a call out service but this will be chargeable. I am sorry that we cannot be of more practical assistance but for reasons of Health and Safety we do not advocate owner maintenance as there are no user serviceable items on our stairlifts.
Regards
Handicare
Handicare
March 2011