Thyssenkrupp Levant Stair Lift - Installation Manual Top
thyssenkrupp Levant (now often marketed as the TK HomeGlide ) is a widely used straight stairlift designed for quick, rail-mounted installation directly onto the stairs rather than the wall. While official installation manuals are typically restricted to certified technicians for safety and warranty purposes, professional resources and user guides provide a clear overview of the setup and top-of-stairs operation. Direct Lifts Australia Installation Overview
- Installation Note: The rack must be pinned or screwed into its final position to prevent longitudinal movement. If the rack shifts, the pinion gear may run off the track, causing the chair to freewheel—a catastrophic safety failure. At the top landing, the rack is usually chamfered or ended with a "stop block" to dampen the impact of the gearbox if the limit switches fail.
4. Site Preparation: The "Levant Clearance Rule"
(typically pushed downward when upstairs) to allow safe entry and exit at the top landing. Obstruction Safety thyssenkrupp levant stair lift installation manual top
Assemble and place rail
Per the Manual:
Connect the middle rail to the top rail. thyssenkrupp Levant (now often marketed as the TK
Tools required:
Impact driver, torque wrench (8–25 Nm), digital level, wire strippers, multimeter, 5mm & 6mm hex bits, track alignment tool (ThyssenKrupp part #7024051), 2-person lifting sling. Installation Note: The rack must be pinned or
